Chapter 63

AN: I am ready for some fun so the whole David/Alex thing will be put on the back burner until after the wedding. This "family" needs some fun and a happy ending to this story before I start the sequel.

Thanks the reviews and the new story followers.

The picnic in the park was a total success. The entire family including Ducky, Palmer and Brenna joined in the fun. Before she mentioned the picnic she had already ordered the food, drinks and several toys to make the experience better. They enjoyed Frisbee, kite flying and even the adults played with Kelly on the playground equipment. The day ended with a very relaxed and happy family going to their respective houses worry free at least on the surface.

The next several weeks were extremely busy. Abby was in full wedding planning mode. Samantha was in the process of packing up her classroom for the summer, parent conferences, report cards, and end of year paperwork, Play Day, Field Trip, End of school picnics and all the events that happen during school in the end of May. Gibbs had never seen her so busy or so tired. Not that he had seen much of her. They mostly talked on the phone or stole a few private moments in the NCIS conference room over "take out", she and Kelly would bring for the team.

The team had also been busy with back to back cases almost nonstop for about three weeks. The "family" had barely seen each other except at work. Finally on the weekend before the wedding Vance took the team off of case rotation for the wedding and a well deserved rest.

NCIS

It was Friday, May 29, school was out on the following Thursday and Samantha had to work part of the day on following Friday. Then she was done for the summer with the exception of a couple of workshops. Gibbs came into the house after leaving NCIS to find Samantha sound asleep on the couch. He could hear Kelly and his dad upstairs playing some game. Both of them were laughing and having a good time. Jackson Gibbs had arrived the day before. He was here for the wedding and the parties that were planned before the big day.

Gibbs walked up and smiled standing over his sleeping fiancé. He loved watching her sleep. He could see the tired lines on her face. He hated to wake her but he had not really seen her for over a week. It took all the self control he had not to take her in his arms and devour her with kisses. He just moved over and sat in the lounge chair and pushed it back so he was reclining but could still see her. It was only a matter of moments before he was asleep as well.

About an hour later Samantha began to stir on the couch. She was not ready to wake up but her stomach was. She sat up rubbing her eyes and then she noticed Gibbs snoring quietly in the lounge chair. She stood up walking over to the chair and staring down at him. He was even more handsome in his sleep because the tight lines that were usually in his face were relaxed. Just then she heard Kelly and Jack coming down the stairs. She waved them off and put a finger to her lips. "Sh!" she motioned pointing to Gibbs. Both Grandpa Jack and Kelly smiled and got quiet.

Jackson walked up to Samantha and put his arm around her shoulders. "You have nice nap," he whispered kissing her on the temple.

"Busted," she whispered back. "I did but my stomach woke me up."

"That's what we came down for. Seems our little princess here is hungry as well." Jackson grinned at Kelly.

"Mama, can I borrow your phone?" Kelly whispered. "I need to talk to Abby about my party tomorrow."

"Still not telling me where we are going?"

"Nope."

Just then Gibbs' hand reached up and grabbed Samantha's hand. She grinned down at him. "Hey there sleeping beauty. You're awake."

"Would've still have been asleep if you all had not have been yelling in my ear." Gibbs growled at them rubbing his hand down his face wiping the sleep out of his eyes.

"Yelling son. We were trying our best to be quiet." Jackson was confused at his son's tone.

Gibbs and Samantha looked at him and could not keep the giggles from erupting. "Joking Dad. Just joking."

"Here's my phone, Baby. Call Abby and make it quick. I'm starving and some handsome Marine promised me a Mexican dinner this evening." Kelly grabbed the phone and ran upstairs to her room.

"Did I say Mexican?" Gibbs inquired raising an eyebrow. "I thought my lovely bride was going to cook for me."

"You know darn well you did and I am holding you to it." She was getting a little upset with him. "Don't want to spend my first time with you in weeks in the kitchen cooking."

Gibbs grinned. "Got you too." Gibbs put his arms around her and kissed her cheek. "Dad, you're expected to join us."

Jackson Gibbs just shook his head no. "I can fix something here son. You and my lovely future daughter-in-law have not seen each other much over the past several weeks according to Kelly. I don't want to intrude." He grinned at them. "Why don't you two go out together? Miss Kelly and I can order a pizza and watch a movie."

"That would be wonderful Dad but I haven't seen Kelly either." Gibbs replied.

"I know Dad but I get you tomorrow at my party. I want to eat pizza and watch a movie with Grandpa Jack. You two go and have fun." Kelly replied bouncing down the stairs. She then handed Samantha the phone. "Thanks, Mama. We're all set for tomorrow."

Gibbs and Samantha looked at each other and smiled. They really would like to find a nice corner somewhere eat and just be together. "You sure Kelly. We could join you and Grandpa Jack for pizza if you want."

"No Mama, you and Dad go and have fun." Samantha looked at her puzzled but grabbed Jethro's hand and headed toward the door.

"Let's go. You are not getting out of my Mexican dinner."

"Wasn't planning on it." Gibbs smirked blowing Kelly a kiss as they went out the door.

After Gibbs and Samantha were out the door Kelly turned to her grandpa. "I called for the pizza upstairs after I finished with Abby. It should be here in about 45 minutes."

"Ok Princess, what movie shall we watch? I am assuming that Abby and Tim are going to join us." Kelly nodded.

"How about Gremlins? Abby likes that one too. She said she was going to call Ziva and Tony."

"Have not seen that one in a long time. This is turning into a party." Jackson Gibbs smiled.

NCIS

Meanwhile Samantha and Gibbs decided to walk to Samantha's favorite Mexican food restaurant in the area being it was such a beautiful spring evening. "Has Kelly given you any hints about tomorrow?" Gibbs asked her wrapping their clasped hands in the crook of his arm.

"Not a clue. You?"

"Since she is planning this with Abby, I am sure it will be interesting."

"Oh I bet. We had better get a good night's sleep tonight. Knowing your daughter it involves something physical," she giggled patting his arm.

"Or embarrassing." Just then their conversation was interrupted by Gibbs's phone ringing. Gibbs grimaced and pulled it out of his pocket. Samantha groaned and laid her head on his shoulder. "Gibbs," he answered.

"Hello Jethro. I hear you are getting ready to get married again."

"Well hello Bob. Yes, believe it or not I am. She is a special lady." Gibbs answered smiling at Samantha. "How is the only lawyer I can tolerate being in the same room with?"

"Just fine Gunny. I'm a judge now remember." Bob answered him.

"I know that is why I called you. We would love you to come and officiate at the wedding if you could."

"I would love to. Leanne would love to come too if your bride does not mind."

"Already included in our small guest list." Gibbs chuckled. "So I assume you will be there."

"With bells on Gunny." He joked. "Before you hang up on me Gunny I have some news for you."

"Leanne's pregnant?"

"Oh hell no. We have enough with our three boys. But it is good news for you and Samantha." Bob tired not to laugh at the comment. "A certain file came to me desk involving an adoption."

"Really?" He grasped Samantha's hand a little tighter and mouthed Kelly.

"Yeah, seems a certain former Gunny Sergeant and his lady want to adopt a pretty little girl. You know anybody that fits."

Gibbs was getting irritated with his friend who was obviously dragging things out. "I just signed the approval. As of a couple of minutes ago you're a dad again Gunny. Congratulations."

Gibbs smiled down at Samantha and winked. "So do we need to come in and sign something?"

"No Jethro. Your lawyer has done a great job on your paperwork. She is now officially Kelly Renee Williams-Gibbs. You could come on Monday and get her new birth certificate."

Gibbs thought for a minute and then got an idea. "Could you bring it next Saturday to the wedding? I just got an idea. We could make it part of the ceremony." Samantha smiled and nodded. "Great idea" she signed.

"Really Gunny. That's a good idea. See you Saturday."

"See you Saturday, Bob." Gibbs hung up his phone and replaced it into his pocket. He pulled her into his arms and hugged her tightly. "We got our girl. She is all ours."

"Really it was that simple." Gibbs kissed her and then swinging her around.

"Yep really that simple. She is officially Kelly Williams-Gibbs."

"I am so happy. " Samantha smiled and they continued on toward the restaurant. Her eyes were glistening with happy tears. "What was your idea?"

"Well you think you can come up with some vows we could say to Kelly at the wedding. Just thought it could be a surprise."

"Nobody would ever believe that Special Agent Gibbs has such a wonderful sentimental side. Kelly would love the idea." Samantha hugged him.

"Only problem is how are we going to keep from telling her until Saturday?" He smirked.

"So true. That may prove to be impossible." She kissed him as they walked up to the door of the restaurant.

NCIS

Inside the couple was greeted by the hostess who knew them immediately and escorted them to their favorite table in the back of the restaurant. "So you two, have you made it official?"She asked.

"Week from tomorrow," Samantha answered smiling.

"Really, congratulations. Amanda will be your waitress, enjoy your dinner."

"Thanks Angelica." Gibbs replied as she went back toward the front. Gibbs moved his chair over closer so he was sitting close to Samantha. He reached under the table and took her hand in his. He leaned in and kissed her on the cheek. "Is it really only a week away?"

"Sure is," she giggled as he leaned in as kissed her ear. "Somebody is kind of anxious I think. Are you worried about getting married again?"

" If I am anxious it is not about that," he grinned seductively. "Have other things on my mind." He leaned in to whisper in her ear just as the waitress walked up to the table placing a basket of chips and salsa in front of them.

Gibbs pulled back and smiled "Can I get you both something to drink?" she asked.

Gibbs looked at Samantha. "I'll have a beer and she will have iced tea." He told the waitress knowing that after that night with the bourbon Samantha had not drank much.

"Add a small strawberry margarita light on the tequila, very light along with the iced tea." she smiled winking at Gibbs.

Amanda quickly wrote the order down and headed off toward the bar. Gibbs then leaned back putting his arm around Samantha's chair. "Now where were we?"

"Telling me how anxious you are for the wedding," she giggled snuggling into his arm.

"Never said the wedding," he grinned again and then began whispering in her ear. All Samantha could do was smile sheepishly and an occasional blush.

A few minutes later Amanda returned with their drinks setting them on the table bringing the couple out of their trance. She had to clear her throat. Samantha looked up and grinning and elbowing Gibbs in the ribs. "Guess we need to decide what we want to eat."

"Food was not what was on my mind," he grumbled picking up the menu.

Samantha ordered and then Gibbs. As Amanda was leaving she looked at them and smiled. "Is this your anniversary? I could get a special dessert ordered, if you like."

Samantha could not help but giggle. "Not exactly but that dessert sounds wonderful."

"Thanks Amanda, please order the dessert with our order. My lady here has a sweet tooth." He picked up Samantha's hand and kissed her engagement ring. "We are getting married next Saturday and we have not really had much time together recently. Been too busy."

Amanda had a look of shock in her eyes. "I didn't realize. You both seem ….."

"Too old to be an engaged couple." Samantha added. "Finding your soul mate sometimes takes time Amanda. Been looking for a long time. I was about to give up when I finally met my Marine here."

"I hope I did not offend you."

Gibbs gave her a sensitive grin. "No offense taken," he told her.

Amanda smiled and headed off to place the order. "So we look like an old married couple." Samantha teased.

"None I have ever seen," he smirked kissing her temple.

NCIS

The couple enjoyed their meal and each other's company, making small talk about the events each had missed. Amanda brought the dessert after removing their finished plates. "Can I get you both some coffee with this?"

Samantha looked at Gibbs. "Only him," she replied pointing to Gibbs. "He main lines coffee. Me, I can't stand the stuff." Gibbs grumbled under his breath. "Don't listen to him Amanda. Just bring him a huge cup strong and dark. Marines like it that way." Amanda nodded and headed off to get the coffee.

The couple shared their dessert and when Amanda brought the check Gibbs left her a very, very good time. Samantha smiled seeing the size of the tip. "You're a good man Jethro Gibbs." Gibbs stood and then pulled out Samantha's chair.

He leant in as whispered in her ear. "Next Saturday night I promise you will see what a good man I can be."

She looked at him. "Well I have nothing to compare it to Gunny but I am sure you are right." She replied blushing.

NCIS

The moon was shining brightly as the couple exited the restaurant. Gibbs took Samantha's hand holding it and wrapping in the crook of his arm. The couple took the long way home around a small lake in a nearby pond. They continued talking. Samantha was trying to get information about their honeymoon out of him but the well trained Marine was not talking.

"What about Kelly? Where is she going to stay while we are gone?"

"Got it covered. Jack's taking her for a while and then Abby has her signed up for a science day camp." Gibbs told her.

"How long are we going to be gone?"

"That's all I am saying." The couple made the turn onto Gibbs' street. Both were surprised by the amount of cars in front of their house. First was Abby's red hearse and then Tony's mustang. "Looks like Kelly has always arranged a party."

"Feel like we were left out of the loop."

"Naw, we had a good time didn't we."

She pulled him into her arms and began kissing him. "Oh yes. I totally enjoyed it." She kissed him again and then turned toward the house. "Why don't we go join the party? Our family is waiting." He patted her arm and they strolled off toward their house hearing the laughter from the occupants who were defiantly enjoying themselves. Gibbs looked at her and smiled thinking to himself. "It is so nice to have a family again."

Well next chapter is Kelly's party. Will work on it this weekend. Hope you enjoy this chapter. Working on the wedding. Since I have put it off so long with all the twists and turns I want it to be perfect and make you laugh and cry.

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