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Tweak says, "I've never meant anything more"

the_director (the_director) wrote in gateway_rpg,
@ 2009-03-23 21:14:00

Who: Jenny and Open to NCIS people and others
When: After Quarantine, Thursday.
Where: Her new office inside the Cole Center
Rating: PG

Jenny massaged her temples to try and relieve the pain, then popped yet another aspirin as she proceeded to flip through yet another dossier on her desk, shadowed by the seeming mountain of dossiers she had placed on the table behind her. She'd been going through these dossiers for days after her meeting. She wanted to know these people. These people who, in a very short amount of time, she would be working with. These people who might become her friends and family.
And some of whom she might have to capture or kill, or send to their deaths...
No. She couldn't focus on those things now. She needed to stay focused on the task at hand.
Her head still buzzed with the voices in her head. That hadn't gone away. Though they had given her a shot that seemed to help, somewhat. At least now she could filter it down to only a few voices (including her own) at a time, even if she still hadn't figured out how to completely filter them all out.
Of the seeming chaos of paper and metal clips around her, a neat stack was positioned on the right hand side of her desk. These were the files of people who fit the profile of someone she wanted in special operations, people with previous experience in law enforcement, or people with a certain psychological profile
Or people she knew from her own experience she could trust.
She’d start with her old team.
Yes, that seemed like a good place to start.

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abbs
2009-03-23 09:51 pm UTC (link)

(I have permission to make Jenny call Abby, so not god-modding.)

Since they all had to check in and let the "government" know where they lived, Jenny could easily find out where Abby was and she got a phone call rather quickly after settling into her apartment.

Abby completely freaked out on the phone. McGee had told her that Jenny was alive, but they never were in the same wing of the quarantine building. Jenny was supposed to be dead. Her death had practically crushed Abby and it seemed to set off a whole chain of events that lead them here.

She didn't even knock on her office door, just ran in and flew around the desk towards Jenny.

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the_director
2009-03-23 10:18 pm UTC (link)

Jenny was at first surprised at the sudden jump/hug/tackle of Abby, but then she returned the hug. "Abby, it's good to see you again. Please, have a seat." She motioned to the cushy seat across from her desk. "Abby, I know that we have a lot to talk about, but first I'd like to get right down to business. I'd like to offer you a job, working for the federal government. You'd be doing a lot of what you did before, but you may also have some...field work that you would be required to do." Jenny pushed a manila folder across her desk. "I can't tell too much more than that until you've officially signed on, though what's in that folder does go a little bit more in detail, as well as outline you're potential pay and benefits package. It is substantially greater than what you'd been previously making before while working at NCIS. So, do you think that you'd be interested?"

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	abbs 2009-03-23 10:21 pm UTC (link)
	Abby had taken a seat and listened, her eyes widening with each word. It was so like the director to be all sorts of business-like in a situation like this, but she didn't even have to think about her answer. "Hell yes! I mean, heck yes, director," she beamed. Do I get a lab?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_director 2009-03-23 10:31 pm UTC (link)
	The Director smiled. "Of course Abby. Here's a requisition form. Order whatever you think we'll need. Don't worry about the cost, we've been given a rather hefty budget to work with. By the by Abby, have you noticed anything...unusual since you've come back? Like maybe just weird things that seem to happen that didn't before?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	abbs 2009-03-23 10:38 pm UTC (link)
	"Are you hiring McGee, too?' she curled her lip and looked at the forms. "He lives across from me in Apartment building one. Boring, I know. We need to call it something cool, slick, spiffy, like I don't know." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_director 2009-03-23 10:41 pm UTC (link)
	"Abby..." said the director, trying to stay calm and friendly. "Please answer the question, it's rather important. And yes, I've already called McGee, I've got an interview scheduled with him later this afternoon." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	abbs 2009-03-23 10:48 pm UTC (link)
	"Oh, well, not really. I mean, I'm having some really freaking bizarre dreams happen. Well, like right before I'm falling asleep. I think it's sleep paralysis, which I never had before, but who knows what the hell happened to us. Anyway, I can see myself laying in bed and I can walk around, while watching myself. Weird hallucination, huh?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_director 2009-03-23 11:09 pm UTC (link)
	"Yes, well, might want to have someone look at that." The director said almost absently as she started writing down everything that Abby said. "And this is something that only started happening after you returned? You're absolutely certain?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	abbs 2009-03-23 11:19 pm UTC (link)
	"Oh, yeah," Abby nodded. "Scared the ever loving crap out of me. i would have remembered that. Why, weird stuff happening to you?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

the_director
2009-03-24 11:03 pm UTC (link)

The director stopped writing, and suddenly leveled a glare that could have frozen water. "Abby, what I'm about to tell you can't go any farther than this office, understand?" The director went over and closed the door. "I've been hearing voices lately...but I don't think I'm going crazy. I think...I think they're the voices of people around me...I think I can, I think I can hear peoples thoughts."

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	abbs 2009-03-24 11:06 pm UTC (link)
	Abby hopped up, curling her leg under her before popping back down. "That is so cool! Well, I'm a scientist and what do we do best, we experiment!" She squished her eyes closed, concentrating hard. "What am I thinking, director?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_director 2009-03-24 11:12 pm UTC (link)
	The director focused her mind for a moment, trying to sift through the various voices in her head, until she was able to focus on one she assumed was Abby. "Oh God Abby!" The director said as she began to rub her temples. "For the love of...I have to interview McGee in an hour and I really didn't want to know that." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	abbs 2009-03-24 11:23 pm UTC (link)
	Abby looked at her for a moment, not knowing what to say. She was totally shocked, but that melted quickly and she started laughing. Hard. "That is amazing! So sweet! I'm jealous. I wish I could do something cool. That'll come in really handy. Wanna read more? I can't believe that actually worked!" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_director 2009-03-27 11:27 pm UTC (link)
	"No Abby. I think I've spent quite enough time inside your head. Well I think that just about wraps things up. Unless there's anything else you would like to know?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	abbs 2009-03-27 11:30 pm UTC (link)
	"Are any of the rest of us here? I only know of McGee. Is Ziva or Gibbs? SInce you all had disappeared...and McGee and you are both here?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_director 2009-03-27 11:39 pm UTC (link)
	"So far as I know, you, I, McGee, Ziva and Gibbs have all returned. I don't have any other information besides that. If I do, I promise I will let you know." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	abbs 2009-03-27 11:40 pm UTC (link)
	"Ziva and Gibbs are here too!" she squealed happily. "Where are they?! I didn't see them in quarantine!" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	paperclipninja 2009-03-30 01:54 am UTC (link)
	Ziva walked in as she heard her name. "I am right here." She said with a shrug. "Hello Abby, Director.." It was a habit to call her such, and some habits can't be broken. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_director 2009-03-30 10:43 pm UTC (link)
	"Ziva, this is an unexpected surprise. I was actually just about to call you. Please, have a seat. I know that McGee is scheduled to arrive soon, but I'm sure he won't mind waiting a few minutes for old friends now, will he?" Jenny motioned for her to have a seat in one of the plush chairs positioned next to Abbys. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	abbs 2009-03-31 10:07 pm UTC (link)
	"Ziva!" Abby squealed and ran to hug her. She didn't waste anytime. "I can't believe it. So happy!" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

paperclipninja
2009-03-31 10:22 pm UTC (link)

Ziva smiled at the two women. "I can leave if you wish" She joked at the statement that it was unexpected. "And I do not need to sit, what is happening?" The smile fell as she grew worried. If the director was calling the group together there must be something wrong.

It was mere moments though that Abby had caused the smile to return and was plowed over by a hug. "Hello Abby, I have missed you."

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the_director
2009-04-01 07:12 pm UTC (link)

"You misunderstand Ziva. There is nothing at all wrong at the moment...or at least that I am aware of." That last part was more to herself than to Ziva, and for a moment the slightest touch of worry crossed her otherwise cool demeanor, but it passed almost as soon as it appeared. "The reason I've been calling everyone is that I've been given a position within a new branch of Homeland Security, and I've been allowed to handpick those who will be working for me. Abby has just accepted a position, McGee will also no doubt accept, and I was just about to call you and Gibbs in order to ask you both the same. So, would you be interested in working for me once again?

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paperclipninja
2009-04-08 11:08 pm UTC (link)

Ziva listened as Jenny spoke, remembering what it was like to work for her and with Gibbs and Abby and even McGee and Tony, and realised she missed those times and longed to have a piece of her old life back. It seemed like a simple decision, something that she would jump at immediately, but she didn't, she contemplated it for a long moment and then she smiled deviously. "It is a no thinker...wait that is not correct." She made a face trying to think of the right phrase and eventually gave up and smiled once more. "Nevermind, anyway, I would absolutely like to work for you again."

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the_director
2009-04-09 12:18 am UTC (link)

The director smiled at Zeeva. "Glad to hear it." Jenny reached over and took out a stack of papers. "There's some paperwork you'll need to fill out, of course, and then we'll get you briefed and underway. I think you'll find the work to be quite satisfying, and with your level of expertise, you'll be a valuable addition to what is turning into a remarkable team. Welcome Aboard, Zeeva."

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ljgibbs
2009-04-06 06:00 pm UTC (link)

OOC Hope its okay to jump in!

Gibbs had been practicing his new "ability" since quarantine. He was stealthy before but now he couldn't be seen, heard, or sensed as far as he could tell. He'd been popping in and out of offices, hiding in some cases, and slipping out almost invisibly in others.

But when he slipped into one office and heard her voice... and Abby's, he let out a little shocked sound. "Jen? Abbs!"

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the_director
2009-04-06 09:35 pm UTC (link)

Jenny had a small smile as she realized who it was whose thoughts had been echoing in her head. She had briefly considered calling security, but when it occurred to her that only someone with an ability could have snuck into these offices without setting off an alarm of some kind. It had just hit her who it could possibly be when the shocked thoughts had reverberated in her skull. That would be a useful ability to utilize. Very useful. "Hello Jethro."

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	paperclipninja 2009-04-08 11:11 pm UTC (link)
	Ziva had been standing out of the way and unnoticed when she heard Gibbs and immediately jumped ready to hurt someone only to see that it was Gibbs. "Hello Gibbs" She added to announce her presence as well while she watched the three. (Reply to this) (Parent)

ljgibbs
2009-04-10 11:47 am UTC (link)

He gave them all a bright smile. He'd seen Ziva in quarantine but not the others. While he and Jen weren't the best of friends, he was glad she was okay--a rush of gratitude filled him suddenly and he was surprised at the ferocity of it.

"Ziva," he said, nodding to her. "You disappeared on me back at the hospital. Worried me."

He eyed Jenny carefully, looking at her to make sure she was okay. Her disappearance had worried and upset him the most. "Jen..." There was a lot he wanted to say, a lot of thoughts tumbling around and he knew he had to pick just one. "Glad you're here." Glad you're okay, he added silently.

And Abby, his Abbs! "Missed you," he whispered, his voice roughened with emotion. He and Abby would catch up later, he was sure of it.

"DiNozzo? McGee? Duck? Palmer?" he asked, directing his question to Jen.

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	paperclipninja 2009-04-10 03:16 pm UTC (link)
	"I did not mean to worry you" She said as she looked down. "I am sorry." It was odd for Ziva to apologize for anything, but times were terribly different for her now. When he started to talk to Jenny, Ziva moved back to the shadows so to speak, not wanting to interrupt in any form, that and she didn't know the answers he searched for. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	ljgibbs 2009-04-17 12:02 pm UTC (link)
	Gibbs ran a thumb over her wrist, nodding slightly. They'd always understood each other and this was an acknowledgment of that. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	paperclipninja 2009-04-26 05:13 am UTC (link)
	Her eyes fell shut as he did that, a simple gesture yet it in an odd way comforted her. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	ljgibbs 2009-04-26 09:39 am UTC (link)
	he tightened his grip fractionally, sending her a little extra support as well. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	paperclipninja 2009-04-26 01:19 pm UTC (link)
	She returned the gesture, relaxing, it was nice having Gibbs there. It wasn't that Ziva didn't enjoy the company of the Director and Abby, because she did, it was simply that she and Gibbs had an odd bond that formed the moment he covered for her shooting Ari. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	ljgibbs 2009-04-29 02:11 pm UTC (link)
	He wished he could do more. He'd always felt that if anyone understood him more than anyone in the world, it was Ziva. And it wasn't a shock that she had found him in quarantine. The only thing that surprised him was that they hadn't found the others sooner. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	paperclipninja 2009-04-29 03:41 pm UTC (link)
	He didn't need to do more, his silent support was enough for her. "What are we to do?" She finally asked breaking her silence from the corner she was standing in with Gibbs. (Reply to this) (Parent)

the_director
2009-04-10 03:22 pm UTC (link)

Jenny mulled over her own thoughts as well as some of Jethro's, though it was becoming more difficult to manage all of the different voices in the room. "I'm still not sure about everyone, we're still trying to sort through all of the different people who've returned. I know for a fact that McGee is all right, he's been in contact with myself and Abby. The others I don't know, but just because they're not here now doesn't mean they won't be later. I was going to call you to talk to you first, but since everyone seems to insist on barging into my office unannounced, I guess I'll just talk to you about it now. Interested in a job?"

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	ljgibbs 2009-04-17 12:02 pm UTC (link)
	"McGee," he repeated, nodding, But no Duck. No DiNozzo. Those hurt like hell. A job? What kind of job, he wondered. "I'm listening," he allowed, watching her body language. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_director 2009-04-18 06:32 pm UTC (link)
	"You'd be doing a lot of the work you did before. Investigating and apprehending suspects, going on special and undercover missions. But most of them would involve other people like us, those who don't decide to play by the rules." (Reply to this) (Parent)

	ljgibbs 2009-04-19 04:11 pm UTC (link)
	he smirked when she said that and nodded. he was looking for a purpose. I'm in...Director?" He wasn't sure what her role was. (Reply to this) (Thread)

	the_director 2009-04-20 09:41 pm UTC (link)
	"Yes, director will suffice for now special agent Gibbs," Jenny said with a slight smirk. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	ljgibbs 2009-04-26 09:39 am UTC (link)
	"Good for you," he said. At least there was someone he knew in control. "When do we start?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_director 2009-05-05 06:52 pm UTC (link)
	"You'll all start as soon as the ink is dry on the paperwork. There are a couple of individuals of interest whom we should all keep our eyes out for. I'll be providing you more intel as it becomes available, and of course, once you have all offically started." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	ljgibbs 2009-05-06 11:57 am UTC (link)
	"Okay." He extended his hand to her, giving her a smile. "Really is a pleasure to be working with you again, Jen." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_director 2009-05-07 11:41 am UTC (link)
	"I feel the same way Jethro," she said with a smile. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	ljgibbs 2009-05-07 11:36 pm UTC (link)
	he gave her a slight nod and then after a brief moment, he extended his hand. "Any idea when we can start?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_director 2009-05-08 10:08 am UTC (link)
	"Soon, I promise. I'm eager to have you all start soon." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	ljgibbs 2009-05-09 11:22 am UTC (link)
	"Us too," Gibbs said. He knew he was talking about all of them, including McGee. "How about dinner tomorrow, all of us? Catching up?" He looked from Abby, to Ziva, to Jen, unable to keep natural leadership qualities from coming out. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_director 2009-05-09 07:28 pm UTC (link)
	"Already taking command I see, Jethro" Jen said with a smile. "Sounds like an excellent plan to me." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	ljgibbs 2009-05-12 07:02 pm UTC (link)
	"Wouldn't be me if I didn't," he pointed out reasonably. He passed around a small notebook and pen. "Numbers in case we don't catch up, for some reason. Want McGee's too." Gibbs wanted to see the younger man and see for himself how McGee was coping. (Reply to this) (Parent)