Everything from this chapter and the chapters after this, are never published in English before the story was deleted. I am really grateful for the reviews and the still growing amount of followers. So a thank you to all you guys! For the people who would like the rest of the team to know: patience, I have that planned (and written) but it is not coming yet. Have fun reading this chapter! (And of course I like reviews on this chapter too :))

When they walked into OSP that monday to go on with the case, Kensi and Deeks were the first people there. It was a rarity that Sam or Callen weren't there before Kensi and Deeks. Deeks, who always came in last.

"Hey, partner." Kensi said while she threw a smile at Deeks. Deeks smiled back and by looking in each others eyes they knew it was okay, they were okay.

"Hey partner. How was your weekend, for what was left of it?" Deeks asked.

"Good. I haven't done much besides running to clear my head and think about things." Kensi told her partner.

"Running, huh, well give me the beach with the sea and a surfboard." They both had to laugh at Deeks reaction, knowing about the freedom and rest surfing brought Deeks.

"I guess you surfed all day long?" Kensi asked, as if that was not clear already.

"Was it that obvious?" They both chuckled at Deeks rhetorical question.

"And has your running given you new insights?" Deeks asked, looking for a way to get to know more about what was inside Kensi's head.

Kensi saw Deeks insecurity and said: "It has given me some clarity about what I want in the future. You, me, the little one. But I know I have to do baby steps, a little step at the time. Now being together, spending time together, later on more, more after that and I hope eventually raise the little one with you and living our life's together. We have taken the first step and I know what you want and that you are ready. I am just glad with where we are right now and when I am ready for the next step, you'll be the first to know."

There appears a big smile on Deeks face when he hears that. Kensi wants him, she is not ready now, but he knows she will be eventually. It is like his dream is coming true.

"Good. It gives me something to look forward to." Deeks says and at that moment Sam and Callen walk into OSP.

"Where are you looking forward to Deeks?" Sam asks.

"I looking forward to a weekend when criminals have decided to hold onto a monday till friday from 9 till 5 mentality." Deeks responds, fortunately having a answer ready immediately and everyone has to laugh at that.

Pffffrrrt. The sound of hard shrill whistle sounds from OPS as a sign that they have to go upstairs. There is a new development in the case and the team races upstairs.

"We found information that your suspects are in a warehouse, 1581 industrial street, the address is on your phones. There are 4 people inside and no innocent bystanders." Nell tells the team.

"Okay, let's go." Callen says and the team leaves to the warehouse.

In the car on their way to the warehouse Deeks wants to ask Kensi if she is okay with the raid and bringing herself and the baby in danger, but he is afraid to do so. Kensi sees him thinking and says: "Deeks, everything okay?"

"Yeah, I'm fine." he answers, without daring to say what he is thinking about.

"It just looks like you want to say something, and whatever it is, I want you to know that you can say anything to me, okay?" Kensi goes on.

"I, uhm, I, I was just thinking about the raid and that it is dangerous, and uhm, well, uhm, with you being pregnant and all, uhm, I thought that maybe it isn't a very good idea, but uhm, it is your decision and uhm I'm okay with it, and I don't wanna belittle you, but uhm.." Deeks stops talking when Kensi suddenly puts her finger over his mouth.

"It's okay, Marty. I know you mean well and you just care about me and the baby. Don't worry, okay? I will be more careful than normal and do everything in my power to make sure that the baby and I will go home safely." After this being said, there appears a little comforted smile on Deeks face.

The raid goes according to the plan and everyone comes unharmed out of it, even the suspects hadn't put up much of a fight, because apparently their life was more valuable than their freedom.

When they come back at OSP they immediately begin with their paperwork.

"That paperwork can wait until the morning. You guys can use some rest after this morning. Go home and I'll see you in the morning." Hetty says.

She had spooked everyone by sneaking up on them as usual. But after her words get through to them, they are out in no time. Before anyone can say anything Callen and Sam have already left the building.

"Shall I walk you to your car?" Deeks asks Kensi and she nods.

"Yeah, that's okay."

While they walk towards the car, Kensi says: "See it went well today."

"Yes, we had a good day with this raid. And Kens, you know I don't doubt you, okay? I just worry about you. You're more vulnerable now."

"Yeah, I know. I know you trust me and you just worry. It is actually kind of sweet." she says with a smile, which puts a smile on Deeks face. In the meantime they arrived at the car.

"Well uhm, I see you tomorrow?" Deeks says carefully.

"I see you tomorrow." Kensi says and she pulls Deeks into her for a hug. Deeks holds Kensi tight when Kensi hides her face in his shoulder. After a while they retreat. Deeks gives Kensi a kiss on her forehead before he walks towards his car. He'd like to stay with Kensi longer, but he knows it is her choice for now. At the same time a blissful feeling becomes part of him after the intimate moment just before when they'd hugged each other.