Childhood Lost

Chapter 50

AN: Hey everybody, I know some of you have not seen the latest episode, so I don't want to spoil it for you. But I will say we FINALLY get to see the inside of Tony's apartment. WooHoo! I was so glad they did an episode like that. And I've got to admit, it was so totally, completely, different from what I expected. But, then again, I would have been extremely disappointed if I had been completely right on what I thought it would be. They did do one thing I really liked. The 'musical instrument' was awesome. And again, I don't want to spoil it for any of you who have not seen it. I bring this up because it helps me being able to have a mental picture of what I am writing about. Also, most of this chapter will take place in Tony's apartment.

Thanks, so much, for following this story, and for your reviews and alerts. I think that there will only be a few chapters left of this story. I have enjoyed creating and writing about Olivia, and I am going to miss her. Thanks for your support.

Olivia let herself in at Gibbs' house. She went into the spare bedroom. When she didn't see her dad, she headed to the basement. She parked herself on the bottom stairs.

"Where's Dad?" Olivia said as she watched her adopted grandfather work on yet another boat frame.

"He went home Tuesday." Gibbs replied.

"I talked to you last night." Olivia's statement was full of implication.

"True." Gibbs conceded, smiling. "But I wanted you here. I have decided we need some Grampy/Olivia time."

Olivia smiled. "You really like that name, don't you…Grampy?"

Gibbs nodded. "I do."

"And I guess I don't get a say in this Grampy/Olivia time thing." Olivia asked, grinning.

"Nope." Gibbs said concentrating on a rib.

Olivia nodded. "I see. So…how is Dad? I mean, it's only been a week. Is he okay to…?" Olivia asked.

"He was anxious to get home, and one of us is with him most of the time." Gibbs responded. "I call and check in with him regularly."

"Ducky cleared him to go home?" Olivia asked.

Gibbs nodded, again. "He did."

"When I talked to him, I figured he was still here. I didn't even consider him going back to his place so early." Olivia replied.

"Just stay here for a little while before you go see Tony." Gibbs requested.

"You really do want some Olivia/Grampy time." Olivia stated.

Gibbs nodded. He picked up a piece of sandpaper and handed it to Olivia.

NCIS NCIS NCIS NCIS NCIS

Tony was sound asleep when Olivia finally got to Tony's apartment. Ziva opened the door and she and Olivia hugged in lieu of a greeting. Olivia then put her things down in the living room. She went into the bedroom and pulled a chair up beside the bed. Ziva had just finished washing the diner dishes and cleaning the kitchen. She offered to fix Olivia a plate of the Chinese takeout that they had just had. Olivia declined; she had eaten something earlier with Gibbs. Ziva then left Tony in Olivia's capable hands.

"Hey, Baby Girl." Tony said, waking up a few hours later and noticing that Olivia was in the room.

"Hey, Daddy." She said taking his hand. "Why aren't you still at Grampy's?"

"Ducky told me I could come home." Tony replied.

Olivia just looked at Tony. "Did you talk Ducky into letting you come home early?"

"Olivia!"

"Did you?" Olivia asked.

Tony conceded. "I may have promised him a few things if I got to come home."

Olivia looked at him, suspiciously. "Like what?" She was almost too afraid to ask.

"I would have people here. I would take my medicine, rest…that type thing." Tony replied.

Olivia stood up, hands on hips. "And?"

"Everybody's been visiting. And I have been taking my medicine…pretty much on schedule…when I remember." Tony replied.

"Everybody was here. They didn't make sure you took your medicine?" Olivia asked, obviously irritated.

Tony looked down and fingered the edge of his blanket. "I may have told them I was taking the pills when I wasn't."

Olivia gave him a full-on glare.

"They make me sleepy. I don't like that." Tony said in defense.

"Then we'll talk do Ducky and have him put you on another type of medicine." Olivia replied. Her arms folded across her chest.

Tony shook his head. "We've tried, three different meds. Nothing controls the pain like this one does."

"Then you'll take it." Olivia stated.

Tony opened his mouth to speak.

"You'll take it, or I will have a talk with Grampy." Olivia replied.

Tony's looked at her, horrified. He knew she would make good on her threat.

"I can see he doesn't know. I'm here for the weekend, and I will make sure you take you medicine. I'll make sure of it." Olivia replied, as she sat down on the bed. "Or Grampy makes sure you take it, your choice."

Tony considered his options, but only briefly. He would much rather go ahead and take the medicine to please his daughter then to have to deal with Gibbs.

Tony sighed. "They're in the kitchen, in the cabinet by the stove."

Olivia disappeared and returned a few moments later with two pills and a glass of water.

Tony took the pills and then lay down in the bed. He got comfortable and was asleep a few moments later.

Olivia left the door to the bedroom partially opened. She then went into the living room and made herself comfortable on the couch after taking a book from Tony's massive collection. She pulled the cashmere throw Tony had over her. But she was soon fast asleep, the book lying on the floor where it had fallen. She was startled awake by a knock on the door. She jumped up off the couch and headed to the door, peeking in on Tony before doing so. He was still sleeping. Olivia opened the door and let Abby in. Her arms loaded with food.

Abby was surprised to see Olivia. Olivia helped her carry the food, taking the pizza boxes from her. She and Abby went into the kitchen to put the food down. Abby then enveloped Olivia in a big hug, very happy to see her.

"I didn't know you were coming. But I knew Tony wouldn't feel like cooking. I hope that…." Abby explained.

"That's fine." Olivia explained. "I just got here myself, and really haven't had anything to eat. But I think Dad will be asleep for a couple of hours. And I really want to eat with him..." Olivia paused. "…if that's okay."

Abby nodded. "I don't mind. But if you're going to stay, I can just go." She started leave.

"Abby stay, please." Olivia pleaded. "Like I said, Dad will be asleep for awhile. And I would love to have somebody to talk to."

Olivia opened the pizza box, steam rose as she lifted the lid. "I think I'm gonna have to change my mind." Olivia stated as she grabbed a warm slice of pizza and put it on the plate Abby had gotten out of the cabinet for her. Olivia then fixed herself and Abby a glass of tea. They both sat down on the couch with their food and beverages. They ate and talked. A couple of hours passed before they heard movement in Tony's bedroom. Olivia got up from the couch and went in to check on him.

"Hey, Baby." Tony said, opening his eyes and yawning. He had gotten a really good rest and was feeling much better. "Do I smell pizza?"

TBC