A Threat To The Homeland. NCIS Fanfiction (Tiva)

Take a Breather!

-TONY'S POV- At the hospital, Ziva was carried into the ER on a stretcher. The doctor said she was unconscious due to the amount of blood she had lost. I couldn't help but think that if maybe I had rescued her sooner, she might not have lost so much blood. A part of me blames myself for not watching her better, but the other part says it wasn't my fault... My mind ran wild with thoughts of who to blame and replaying the scene multiple times. I needed a breather- no, I needed to know Ziva was okay... I told the boss man I was going outside to take a breather.

As soon as I sat down on the bench outside, my mind began to run wild once more. I knew instantly my worry for Ziva could not be suppressed by simply changing the scenery. So, I let them run wild. Maybe I was overreacting... But maybe I wasn't. I knew if I let it show, Gibbs would undoubtedly bring up Rule 12. That one rule seems easy to follow, but with a partner like Ziva, it isn't. I know McGee has trouble with it too, but not because of Ziva. Deep down, he's got feelings for Abby just like I have feelings for Ziva. We would both do anything for our girls... Speaking of Abby...

"Tony! We came as soon as we heard! Is she alright? Please tell me she's okay!" Abby smothered him with words as she ran up in her platforms. Ducky and Palmer followed slowly behind. I couldn't assure Abby of anything at this point, and I was about to tell her that when Gibbs appeared from inside the hospital.

"Doc says she's stable enough for visitors." Gibbs said calmly. My heart raced with joy knowing she was alright. "But only two visitors at a time." My heart sank again knowing I would have to wait to see Ziva, but I knew it was worth it. I would see her last, so that I could have more time with her. After all, visiting hours don't apply to people that have a room!