CSI:Miami Road Trip: Unlucky Number 13

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Morgue, 10:30am

Anni: *stares at body* That's our #1 suspect.

Alexx: Frank Abernathy, 52 years old. Murdered last night.

Anni: *looks at Alexx* When?

Alexx: I put TOD at 10:30pm.

Anni: Then how did he leave his screwdriver at my crime scene this morning?

Alexx: Your victim either walked out of my morgue to commit your murder or someone else left that screwdriver.

Anni: *looks down at body* My victim was the second murder.

Alexx: Tom and Speed are working the case, you might want to talk to them.

Anni: *lifts head* Thanks.

Techs roll body in

Alexx: Busy day.

Anni: *looks at body* Yeah.

Alexx: *unzips plastic* You have her personal effects?

Tech: In the bag.

Alexx: *opens bag, pulls out wallet* ...Rebecca James, 27.

Anni: What? *walks over*

Tech: CSIs found her with the needle still in her arm.

Anni: She was a guest at the hotel where my victim was found. *looks at Tech* Where was she when the call-out was placed?

Tech: A massage parlor downtown.

Anni: *takes clipboard from Tech* ...Natalia. Great. Alexx, put a rush on this. We need to figure out who's doing this before more bodies start piling up. *walks away*

Layout room

Anni: Okay people, here's where we stand. Frank Abernathy is victim 1. We know that because of the timeline and that items were taken but nothing was left behind.

Speed: William Powell is victim 2. A screwdriver from our case was taken from victim 1 and placed at the second crime scene.

Katie: Victim 3 is Rebecca James. So far, nothing from any of the other two crime scenes were left behind.

Natalia: Then how do you know her death is connected with the first two?

Katie: She was staying at the same hotel as Powell. He entered her room this morning, 4 hours before his murder.

Alexx: *walks in* Got the tox results from Rebecca James. Cause of death was rat poison. Whoever it was, injected her with the stuff.

Katie: There were rat traps in the hotel basement, where we found the screwdriver.

Anni: *nods* There you have it. We're definitely dealing with the same person.

Tom: *looks at whiteboard* The maintenance worker knew Powell from the brokerage firm and Powell knew Rebecca from the massage parlor.

Speed: Natalia, did you get the results from the blood on the ladder?

Natalia: It's male but he's not in the system.

Tom: I didn't find the box cutter or the gloves.

Katie: So what's the motive?

Natalia: Rebecca and Powell were having an affair? They were at the hotel together.

Katie: Then why kill the maintenance worker?

Speed: Alright, hold on. These deaths weren't made to look like murder. You have one apparent suicide, an accident and an overdose. It's a message. Now what do these three victims have in common besides the evidence left behind?

Anni: ...They all work on the same block.

Speed: And who do we know that would have been at all 3 locations last night?

Tom: The security guard.

Speed: Pick him up.

Interview room

Anni: *opens folder* George Mason. You were hired to patrol 3 locations on 3rd street, adjacent to Lummus Park. A brokerage firm, a hotel and a massage parlor.

George: That's right. The owners didn't have a lot of money to hire a security company so I'm doing it on contract. I'm semi-retired. Frank and I used to be partners before I landed this gig.

Speed: It's very good of you to offer your services.

George: They pay me what they can and I keep their businesses safe. I love this city too much to let it degrade any further.

Speed: Well unfortunately, their businesses weren't safe enough. Three people have died in the last 24 hours. On your beat.

George: Yes. I'm the one who called the police when I found Frank.

Anni: And you gave me the security footage from the hotel.

George: It's awful what happened.

Speed: Do you require a uniform when you're on the job?

George: Of course.

Speed: Does that include leather gloves?

George: Sure. You never know what you'll come across out there, it's best to stay safe. I mean, the alley beside the massage parlor is a hot bed for addicts. They leave their needles all over the place. I try to clean it up a bit when I'm passing by. Old habit from my maintenance days.

Anni: May we see your gloves?

George: ...What for? I thought I was here to give you information about Frank. Or the security tapes.

Speed: We need to rule you out. It's standard procedure.

George: *laughs* Come on. We're all badges here, right? I didn't do this.

Speed: *looks at George's hand* You have a cut on your hand.

George: Yeah. It happens.

Anni: Did it happen while you were stringing up your partner?

George: *looks at Anni* I've been looking after my community for 30 years. I see what goes on out there and I can help make it better.

Speed: What do you mean?

George: You ever take a look around? Massage parlors, crooked businesses, dainty hotels, crack addicts and the insane roaming the streets. Miami used to be a place where you could take your family. Where you could retire. But now it's all gone to hell.

Speed: So you were going to teach them a lesson.

George: It's about purification. I was chosen. It's what I'm meant to do. But Frank, he uh...he didn't agree. He said "You're just a mall cop. You can't make a difference around here." but he was wrong. They were all wrong. I'm cleaning up the streets and I'm going to keep doing it until my city is safe again.

Speed: Oh the city's going to be much safer with you behind bars.

George: *looks at Speed*

Speed: *looks at patrol cop*

Cop: *walks over, grabs George*

Anni: The guy thinks he's on a holy mission.

Speed: *nods*

Anni: Hey is it alright if I take off early? I have a flight to catch.

Speed: Sure. Where to?

Anni: New York.

Speed: *stares at Anni*

Anni: Jersey. New Jersey. Tom's brother w-

Speed: You're going to see Scott.

Anni: *squints* Is it that obvious?

Speed: I hope you're not this bad at lying to Tom.

Anni: I'm not lying to Tom. *scratches head* I'm just not...saying anything.

Speed: Weren't you the one who got pissed off because your husband was paying too much attention to someone else?

Anni: That depends which husband you're talking about.

Speed: You need to end it.

Anni: There's nothing to end. I only go there once a month to check on him.

Speed: *crosses arms*

Anni: Stop looking at me like that.

Speed: And I thought Katie was slutty.

Anni: *punches Speed's arm*

Speed: Ow.

Anni: *points finger at Speed* This is none of your business.

Speed: I'm not lying to Tom.

Anni: That's because this conversation never happened and you don't know anything.

Speed: Alright. If you want to screw up this marriage, that's your problem.

Anni: *frowns* What do you mean this marriage.

Speed: ...We're not having this conversation, remember?

Anni: *shakes head, walks away*

Speed: *rubs arm*

TBC.................................
 
You tell her Speed! Anni is about to screw the pooch and he knows it! Wonder what Tom is gonna say when he finds out what shes up to! Hmm! Recon he will even care! he may see it as his out to get back to Lori! Problem solved!

Personally I think they all should just start an old fashion hippy commune and everybody just move into Lori's big house and they can all just bed hop when they get ready since they'll all be under the same roof! lol!

Speed can be the Manson of the clan! lol!

I still think they should all go to one of those couples retreats for the weekend! that would be funny in my book! lol!

Great update Geni!
 
Thanks for the review! :)

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Airport, plane, 4pm

Anni: *opens magazine*

Speed: *walks over, sits*

Anni: *looks at Speed*

Speed: Hi.

Anni: ...You are NOT coming.

Speed: I already bought my ticket.

Anni: Tim...

Speed: Hey you're only checking up on him, right?

Anni: *shakes head* I hate you.

Speed: Almost take-off time.

Anni: You're enjoying this.

Speed: I haven't seen my son in-law in years. It's going to be interesting.

Anni: ...He's only been gone 7 months.

Speed: Yeah that's what you think.

Miami Lab, 7pm

Katie: *writing*

Tom: *walks over* Hey. I'm going to head out and get my kids. Do you need me to sign anything for the case?

Katie: No I think I have everything. *lifts head* Did Anni leave already?

Tom: Yeah she had a flight to catch.

Katie: Oh where to?

Tom: Scott's place, probably.

Katie: *stares at Tom*

Tom: She doesn't like to fly but she goes every month.

Katie: They have a lot in common, she probably just wants to make sure he's doing okay.

Tom: *nods*

Katie: You think it's something else?

Tom: I'm not one to talk if it is. Anyway, see you tomorrow.

Katie: Yeah.

Tom: *walks away*

Katie: *looks down at paper*

New York, condo, 7:20pm

Anni: *knocks on door*

Speed: *looks around* Nice place.

Anni: Yeah. He's doing well.

Scott: *opens door, smiles* Hey. *looks at Speed* Come on in. *steps back*

Anni: *steps in*

Speed: *walks in*

Living room

Scott: Are you guys hungry? I've got some food on the stove.

Anni: I could use something to eat.

Speed: I'm fine.

Scott: How about a drink? I have vitamin water and cola.

Speed: It's alright.

Scott: Great, well have a seat and make yourself at home. Oh, are you both planning on staying the night? I have an extra bedroom that needs to be broken in.

Speed: How long have you been living here?

Scott: I've been here...2 months now? *walks over to kitchen, grabs wooden spoon* It's a great neighborhood and close to work.

Speed: You're working.

Scott: Yeah, at the Financial Center. I sold APL and here I am. *smiles* A new man.

Speed: *nods*

Scott: Anni, taste the sauce. *lifts spoon*

Anni: *blinks, eats sauce*

Scott: How is it? Too hot?

Anni: *smiles* It's very hot.

Scott: *smirks*

Speed: Do you two need a minute alone?

Scott: *looks at Speed*

Anni: *drops spoon into sauce* I'm going to go freshen up. *walks away*

Scott: *looks at stairs*

Speed: *snaps fingers*

Scott: *looks at Speed*

Speed: Pay attention to your cooking.

Scott: Yes sir.

Dining room

Anni: This is wonderful, what is it?

Scott: Roast 5-spice duck with honeyed mango chutney sauce.

Anni: ...Duck. *looks down at plate* How do you find duck in New York?

Scott: The Hudson.

Anni: *looks at Scott*

Scott: *smiles*

Anni: *laughs*

Speed: *shakes head, digs fork into food*

Scott: *sips water*

Anni: Are you seeing anybody?

Scott: *looks at Anni*

Speed: *lifts eyes*

Scott: ...No. I've been concentrating on keeping busy.

Anni: That's good. I mean, you're still hoping to get back with Lori.

Scott: *looks down at plate*

Anni: Aren't you?

Scott: We'll see.

Speed: How about your kids.

Scott: It's why I'm here. *looks at Speed* I want to succeed for them.

Speed: How admirable. So you won't be returning home to take them hostage.

Anni: Oh Tim.

Scott: No it's okay. A lot of people could have gotten hurt and I'm regretful that I made such a decision. It was a stupid and dangerous thing to do. I'm...thankful that you missed.

Speed: I didn't miss.

Scott: Of course not.

Anni: It's getting late, maybe we should head in.

Speed: Preferably to a hotel.

Scott: My home's open to you both.

Anni: We'll stay here.

Upstairs, bedroom

Anni: *unbuttons shirt*

Speed: Do you usually stay the night when you visit him?

Anni: Not always.

Speed: So when you do...you're in his bedroom.

Anni: Tim, stop it.

Speed: But it's true. You did the same thing to me and now you're doing it with Tom.

Anni: You know what? I've been the third wheel in every relationship I've ever had so yes, I'm doing what makes me happy for a while. Is it wrong? Yes. Could I potentially ruin my family? Yes. But it's my turn to be selfish so you can judge me all you want.

Speed: Think about it for a minute. Isn't this just another 'third wheel' situation? Scott loves Lori, not you.

Anni: When we're together...I feel like I'm the only other person on the planet. I don't have that with anyone else.

Speed: You don't really have that with him either.

Anni: *shakes head* Just go to bed. *walks away*

Speed: *stares blankly*

Master bedroom

Scott: *throws shirt into hamper*

Anni: *knocks on door, opens it*

Scott: *looks at Anni* Hey, I hope you have everything you need.

Anni: *steps in, shuts door* I don't.

Scott: What do you need? *walks over* Extra blanket? Toiletries?

Anni: *wraps arms around Scott*

Scott: Your host for the evening? *smiles*

Anni: *smirks*

Scott: He knows about us, huh.

Anni: Unfortunately. *steps back* Who would have thought? An old lady and a handsome millionaire with his own family back home.

Scott: You're not an old lady by any means.

Anni: How flattering.

Scott: It's the truth.

Anni: Aren't you supposed to be this big lying drug addict now? How am I supposed to believe anything you say?

Scott: *smiles*

Anni: *smirks, lowers head* I should get back to the other room.

Scott: Have a good night.

Anni: *lifts eyes* You too. *turns around, walks over to door* ...*looks back* Can I ask you a question?

Scott: Sure.

Anni: If you hadn't married Lori and I hadn't married Tom...you think there would have been any chance for us?

Scott: Anything's possible.

Anni: *narrows eyes* Nu uh. I'm not going to bed with an 'anything's possible'. *walks over* It's a yes or no question.

Scott: *stares at Anni*

Anni: *crosses arms*

Scott: *shrugs*

Anni: Scott...

Scott: Is there no mystery left in life?

Anni: *smiles* Very funny. I'm still going to need a straight answer.

Scott: *leans over, kisses Anni's cheek*

Anni: No no don't distract me.

Scott: *smiles, kisses Anni*

Anni: *laughs*

Scott: *wraps arms around Anni, twirls her onto bed*

Anni: *smiling* Still want an answer.

Scott: For what again?

Anni: *slaps Scott's chest* Stop that.

Scott: *smiles*

Speed: *walks in*

Scott: *lifts head*

Anni: *looks at Speed*

Speed: Get up.

Scott: *stands*

Anni: *sits up* You know, I'm a grown woman. I don't need you breathing down my neck.

Speed: Indulge me for my own sanity.

Anni: *stands, walks away*

Speed: *looks at Scott*

Scott: *steps back*

Speed: You're supposed to be the good one.

Scott: I apologize if I've disappointed your expectations of me.

Speed: *steps closer* Let's get one thing clear. I don't tolerate your snooty bullshit attitude and it's going to stop when you're around me. You got that?

Scott: *stares at Speed*

Speed: Stop fooling around and get your life together. *walks away, slams door*

Scott: *blinks*

TBC...............................
 
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Well I guess Speed told him! So when did Speed become the good one again? Oh and he will probably just go into the next room and have Anni for himself, because i just don't think hes done with her ether! like i said ! Hippy Commune! lol!

great update Geni
 
Speed just had to go and mess everything up! To be fair, he's right though, Scotty loves Lori, this is merely an impasse. Poor Anni's always going to be the preverbial third wheel. Maybe this has taught her something, maybe not. But I'm glad she got to have fun while it lasted. At least she comes out this with a better appreciation for herself and a good friend.

Ps. I love that Tom is suspicious, yet lackadasical about the idea of Anni fooling around. It's a bit like the pot calling the kettle black if he got all angry. Maybe Tom and Anni would benefit from spending time together...ALONE. There's gotta be something there!


Awesome update!
 
Thanks for the reviews! :D

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Gables Estates, house, 11am

Lori: *runs downstairs, opens door* Hey! You're just in time, can you take him?

Speed: *looks at Dominick* Sure. *takes Dominick*

Lori: Great, I just need to finish up a meeting upstairs and I'll be right with you. *runs upstairs*

Speed: *blinks*

Upstairs, office

Lori: *looks at computer, picks up pen* Okay so I'll go ahead and order the Avocado line and meet you downtown so your models can get set up before the show.

Speed: *steps into office*

Lori: *writing* Great. Thanks. *presses button on phone*

Speed: D-

Lori: *lifts finger* Hold that thought. I just have to file this one thing and I'll be right with you. *slides chair back, opens drawer*

Speed: *looks around* It's organized.

Lori: I try to keep up. *looks at Speed* Have you been to the Biltmore in LA?

Speed: No.

Lori: Damn. Maybe I'll ask Tom.

Speed: Why do you need to know?

Lori: I'm going to LA for a showing in two weeks. I'm supposed to make sure the designer's stuff gets there but I have to check out the management at the hotel.

Speed: You seem to have a lot on your plate lately.

Lori: *stands* You wouldn't mind watching the kids in a couple weeks, right?

Speed: Of course not.

Lori: *smiles* You're the best. *hugs Speed*

Speed: Oof.

Lori: *lets go* I tried calling yesterday but Mom said you were out.

Speed: Yeah that's why I'm here. I went to New York to see Scott.

Lori: *nods* How is he?

Speed: Clean. Happy.

Lori: *smiles* Good.

Speed: You haven't spoken to him?

Lori: Not since he left. I'm glad to know he's doing well.

Speed: Did you two agree to see other people?

Lori: Why, are you looking?

Speed: *frowns*

Lori: Apparently a sense of humor is lost on some. *crosses arms* Why do you ask?

Speed: Just curious.

Lori: Is he seeing someone?

Speed: I didn't ask.

Lori: *nods*

Speed: Maybe you should start browsing.

Lori: *lifts brow* You're not pushing Captain America on me?

Speed: It's possible that you two will never be together again.

Lori: Why does that even concern you?

Speed: I want you to be happy.

Lori: I am happy. I'm very happy. I'll be even more happy when you start worrying about yourself and your problems instead of me.

Speed: I can't help it.

Lori: I know. *walks away*

Kitchen

Dominick: *wiping arm*

Lori: *walks over* What happened to you?

Dominick: Fell.

Lori: *places hand on Dominick's head* How'd you fall?

Dominick: Jumped.

Lori: ...You jumped. From where.

Dominick: The roof.

Lori: *sits* WHAT?

Dominick: *looks at Lori* Superman can do it.

Lori: Superman's a cartoon! You're not a cartoon! *wraps arms around Dominick*

Speed: *walks over* What's going on?

Lori: *places hands on Dominick's cheeks* He jumped off the roof. Oh honey did you hit your head?

Dominick: I hit my elbow, Mommy.

Speed: His arm doesn't look right.

Lori: *pulls grass from Dominick's hair* How did you get on the roof?

Dominick: Climbed.

Lori: *looks at Speed* Weren't you supposed to be watching him?

Speed: *blinks* He said he was using the john, I wasn't about to supervise that.

Lori: Damnit, Dad he's related to me! He's a LIAR!

Speed: Let's just get him to the hospital.

Lori: *picks up Dominick*

Hospital, 1pm

Lori: *bites nail*

Dominick: *puts sucker into mouth*

Speed: He seems fine, Lori.

Lori: I'm not talking to you.

Speed: *rolls eyes* Little boys do stupid things all the time. He's no exception.

Lori: *runs hand through Dominick's hair*

Doctor: *walks in*

Lori: *lifts eyes* How is he?

Doctor: Aside from the broken arm and the bumps and scrapes, he's okay. There doesn't appear to be any serious damage.

Lori: *sigh*

Doctor: If I may ask, how did this happen?

Lori: He wanted to fly.

Doctor: *nods* You'd be surprised how many parents come in here for that exact reason.

Lori: This is not going to happen again. *looks at Speed* I'll make sure of it.

Speed: *lowers eyes*

Doctor: I'll get the discharge papers ready. *walks away*

Speed: Lori, I'm sorry.

Lori: *sits in chair* Does the arm hurt?

Dominick: *shakes head* I'm a big boy.

Lori: *smirks* Yes you are.

Dominick: But I'm not Superman.

Lori: *smiles* No, you're not.

Dominick: *looks down at cast* I got the green one.

Lori: I see that.

Dominick: *wipes nose* Can we have spaghetti for supper?

Lori: Of course we can. *wraps arm around Dominick*

Inside truck, road

Speed: Have you thought about discipline?

Lori: *looks at Speed* He broke his arm. I think he gets the relationship between sky and ground now.

Speed: Maybe he'd listen to you a little more if you didn't mommy him to death.

Lori: *frowns* I don't 'mommy' him to death. I kick his ass when it needs kicking and I kiss his boo-boos when they need kissing. That's called being a good parent and something you wouldn't understand.

Speed: *looks at Lori*

Lori: *sigh* Forget it, I'm sorry. I guess maybe I'm just a little aggrevated that you spent my entire life trying to make me feel better instead of kicking my ass when it needed kicking and here you are, telling me how to raise my son.

Speed: I had a lot to learn back then. I don't think I fully understood the severity of the situation with you. And on top of that, I had my own demons.

Lori: Yeah.

Speed: How about this. I'll give my advice and opinions when you ask and the rest of the time, I'll just keep it to myself.

Lori: I would appreciate that.

TBC...............................
 
What, has Speed become a busy body now? I like that he's concerned, and that he wants everyone happy, but this is getting to be a tad bit ridiculous. In certain words, he was telling on Scotty* I know, telling is such a two year old word, but in essence...it's what he's doing*. I just hope that he can abide by his offer.

LOL @ Dom and his sky to ground relation... Let's hope that he won't have to test anymore theories...

Awesome update!
 
Very interesting.

Is there someone new in Scott's life, besides Anni? It's nice to see how well he's doing, considering everything.

You know, I kinda forgot Delko hadn't been around... :lol: Did he get his job back?

I hope Dom's learned his lesson there... poor thing.

Great updates! :D
 
Well i guess Speed is gonna lern to keep a leash on Dom! lol! you can't turn your back on that one! He wants to tell Lori about Scott and Anni, but at least he didn't! i'm not sure if thats a good thing or a bad thing! I guess hes tring to protect her from getting hurt! I think shes gonna find out sooner or latter! I don't know how shes gonna be taking that! thats more of a Katie thing to do!

Great update Geni!
 
^ Thanks, Light Gravity. :) (And welcome to TalkCSI!)

Thanks for all the reviews, gals. :D Sorry I haven't been updating much lately--other stuff has been going on and I've been trying to spread my fanfic wings to other genres. I promise I'll have a chapter up sometime today or tomorrow though. =)

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LOL @ Dom and his sky to ground relation... Let's hope that he won't have to test anymore theories...
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Given that he has both Speedle and Finch genes...testing theories and reckless behaviour's pretty much a given. :lol: That poor boy. :p

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New York, One World Financial Center, office, 11:30am, 3 weeks later

Scott: *places earpiece into ear, sits in chair* Liberty Street Financial, this is Scott Finch.

Anni: *knocks on doorframe, steps into office*

Scott: *lifts eyes, smiles* Yep, you can go ahead and send over the request. *grabs paper and pen* Fax number is 212-555-0194. Could I get your number as well, please? *writes* Thank you very much.

Anni: *walks over to chair, sits*

Scott: Mister Valdez should get back to you within 48 hours. If you have any questions, you can forward them to me and I'll do my best to answer them.

Anni: *places purse on chair*

Scott: Great, thanks. *presses button on earpiece* Anni. *smiles, leans back in chair* How the hell are ya?

Anni: *smiles* I'm doing quite well. I hope I'm not disturbing you.

Scott: Not at all. Oh, would you like a coffee or something?

Anni: No I'm fine. *looks around* New office. You get a promotion?

Scott: Something like that. *looks at watch* Just a second. *places pen in mouth, grabs file*

Anni: Maybe I should come back.

Scott: No it's alright, I'm almost finished.

Anni: Lori's seeing someone.

Scott: *lifts eyes*

Anni: I met him at a fashion show last week.

Scott: *places pen on desk* Wow. Well...let her know I'm happy for her.

Anni: You're okay with it?

Scott: Why wouldn't I be?

Anni: It's...well it's Lori. The love of your life.

Scott: People change.

Anni: Then you won't mind signing the divorce papers she keeps sending you.

Scott: *stares at Anni*

Anni: She told me about it yesterday.

Scott: *shrugs* I've been busy. *picks up coffee cup* Tell her the papers are on their way.

Anni: *nods*

Scott: *sips coffee*

Anni: Maybe you should start dating.

Scott: I don't have time for that.

Anni: What about going through one of those dating services? They can find someone for you and you'd probably only need a couple hours a week to spare.

Scott: *smiles*

Anni: How 'bout it?

Scott: I'm not interested at this time. But thanks for the suggestion.

Anni: Come on, it might be fun. Life doesn't have to be all work and no play.

Scott: ...Maybe you're right. But that's not for me.

Anni: I'm submitting your name. *stands, grabs purse*

Scott: No. *stands* Really, don't.

Anni: *smiles* Too bad.

Scott: I'm serious, Anni.

Anni: So am I.

Scott: *walks around desk* I appreciate that you want to see me happy but I don't need to date. I'm plenty happy.

Anni: So you're just going to grow old alone.

Scott: I didn't say that.

Anni: You, *places hands on Scott's chest* n-...have been working out.

Scott: *takes Anni's hands* I'll be fine.

Anni: You deserve to be with someone.

Scott: Are you hungry? There's a great restaurant downstairs.

Anni: *sigh*

Scott: My dime.

Anni: Alright.

Miami Lab, Trace Lab

Katie: Does this suit make me look fat?

Speed: You look fine.

Katie: *fiddles with sleeves* It's itchy. Why did Horatio have to pick the summertime to initiate a dress code?

Speed: *lifts eyes* ...It's summer all the time in Miami.

Katie: Exactly. I should be able to wear a tank top and jeans at crime scenes. Businesswear is stuffy and gets dirty too quickly. I mean, last week I had to walk through a houseboat full of pig blood.

Speed: You don't have to wear business suits all the time. Horatio just doesn't want to see cleavage and hooker boots. Makes us look bad.

Katie: I don't wear hooker boots to work. *smiles* Only at home. *winks*

Speed: *shakes head*

Tom: *walks downstairs* I'm going home.

Speed: You can't; you're on the schedule for the rest of the day.

Tom: What the hell for?

Speed: Calleigh and Eric called in sick.

Tom: *frowns* I'm not pulling a double because they want to re-populate the planet.

Katie: Ha, that used to be Tim's job.

Speed: Sorry, Tom.

Katie: *hands folder to Tom* You're with me.

Tom: *grabs folder, opens it*

Katie: Two bodies discovered at a local landfill.

Tom: *lifts head* No. You're not making me dig through garbage all day.

Katie: Them's the breaks.

Tom: *looks at Speed* I quit.

Speed: You can't quit, you're on contract.

Tom: That's funny coming from you.

Speed: Get going.

Tom: Why doesn't Horatio work scenes anymore?

Katie: No mob involved.

Tom: Ugh. *walks away*

Speed: Good luck with that one.

Katie: Thanks.

Inside Hummer, road

Tom: *staring out window*

Katie: Think of it this way. More food in your children's mouths.

Tom: *places cigarette in mouth, flicks on lighter*

Katie: HEY. *grabs cigarette* No smoking.

Tom: *frowns*

Katie: I thought you quit.

Tom: *pulls cigarette from pocket, place it in mouth*

Katie: *grabs cigarette* Give me the box.

Tom: Bite me.

Katie: Do I need to pull over and give you a spanking?

Tom: *looks at Katie*

Katie: You're acting like a 2-year old.

Tom: It's a personal choice.

Katie: You're going to die early.

Tom: I'm a cop. Pretty much already signed away my life on the dotted line.

Katie: Well I don't like it. It's disgusting.

Tom: Just concentrate on driving.

Katie: The cigarettes. Now.

Tom: *rolls eyes, tosses box to Katie*

Katie: Your lungs will thank you.

Tom: Hey my lungs are just fine. I'm not Scotty.

Katie: *looks at Tom*

Tom: Oh stop it, it's not too soon.

TBC.............................
 
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Oh aww...Lori's dating. Excuse me while I make three year old faces. There's going to be no one for Lori but Scott- she should go ahead and face that fact. Poor Scotty- he's not going to recognize that Lori's moving on, bc he's already faced the fact. It's just only a matter of time. Gotta love Anni, she's the best friend that anyone could ever have.

What's up with Tom? He's a bit...moody. Could he be missing his woman? Hmm...or maybe he's just being Tom and all guy-ish...Either way about it, he's hilarious:)


Awesome update!
 
Thanks for the review! :D

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Divine Dating Ltd. 6pm

Anni: Sit.

Scott: I really need to head home.

Anni: No. *pushes Scott's shoulder*

Scott: *sits*

Anni: You need to find a nice girl. It'll be true love.

Scott: How can one find true love at a dating service? What happened to meeting that special someone through a chance meeting?

Anni: Like in a rehab?

Scott: *frowns*

Woman: *walks in* Hi, you must be Scott Finch. I'm Deedee.

Scott: *stands, extends hand* This wasn't my idea.

Deedee: *smiles, grabs Scott's hand* Of course not. *sits at desk* Alright, let me pull up the information Anni faxed over...

Scott: *looks at Anni* You already faxed over a file on me?

Anni: Sit, dear.

Scott: *sits*

Deedee: Okay...you're 35? Self-made millionaire. Nice. Alright....*clicks mouse* Oh are you a firefighter?

Scott: *lifts eyes* No.

Deedee: Oh. I just thought th-

Scott: *looks at Anni* Anni...

Anni: What? Chicks dig heroes.

Scott: *looks at Deedee* Take that off the file.

Deedee: Okay you're a data analyst. *looks at Scott* Is there another word for that?

Scott: ...Data analyst.

Deedee: Some women might not know what that is.

Scott: I analyze data for an investment firm downtown.

Deedee: Great. How would you describe yourself in one word?

Scott: Male.

Deedee: *smiles* Besides that.

Anni: He's very focused. And family-oriented. OH and he's very affectionate in bed.

Scott: *sinks into chair, covers eyes*

Deedee: *typing*

Scott: *lifts head* Are you putting that in the file?

Deedee: Every little bit helps. Now, what are you looking for in a woman?

Scott: Nothing.

Deedee: ...A man?

Scott: That's it, we're finished. *stands*

Anni: Scott, get back here.

Scott: This is ridiculous.

Anni: Just humor me.

Scott: *sigh*

Anni: Sit.

Scott: *sits*

Deedee: How about age-range?

Scott: *rubs eyes* I don't know, uh...my age?

Deedee: Why not younger?

Anni: He's looking for a mature woman. Career-driven but also a good mother to his children.

Scott: *looks at Anni* My children have a mother.

Deedee: You have kids?

Anni: He's recently separated.

Deedee: Ooh. Do these kids live with you?

Scott: No.

Deedee: Damn. Women love single dads.

Anni: What if he rents one for the evening?

Scott: You can't rent children.

Anni: Hey, you want to borrow Tayla?

Scott: NO. Look, I don't want to be misrepresented here.

Deedee: *typing* Honesty is a big plus.

Scott: *sigh*

Doris: *runs in* Deedee! Do you have my men yet?

Deedee: *smiles* Just have to print them off.

Scott: Mom?

Doris: *looks at Scott* Oh hey sweetie! *runs over, hugs Scott*

Scott: *blinks*

Doris: I didn't know you came here.

Scott: *stands* What the hell are YOU doing here?

Doris: Dating.

Scott: *stares at Doris*

Anni: *stands* So this is your mother.

Doris: *looks at Anni, smiles* Are you my Scotty's date? *gasp* What happened to that wife of yours?

Scott: We separated.

Doris: Oh. I was almost starting to like her. Shame. *looks at Anni* But this one here looks like a catch.

Anni: *smiles* I'm not his date, just a friend.

Doris: Scotty, this place is fantastic. I've been on 7 dates so far.

Scott: *blinks* 7.

Doris: All very nice boys. Gosh, it's times like these I wish Henry was here to see me leave his ass in the dust.

Scott: *smirks*

Doris: Independance is the purest rush of them all.

Scott: I'm glad you're enjoying life.

Doris: Seems as if you are too. *smiles* You look so much better than the last time I saw you. *places hand on Scott's cheek* Healthy.

Scott: *nods*

Doris: Well. *claps hands* I should be on my way. I'm helping teach a jazzercise class at the YMCA. *looks at Anni* It was nice to meet you dear.

Anni: You too.

Doris: *walks away*

Anni: She's a nice lady.

Scott: I don't think I want to do this, Anni.

Anni: Come on, it's not like you'll be paired up with your mother.

Scott: I don't want to waste anyone's time, I'm sorry. *walks away*

Deedee: He's got issues.

Anni: *nods*

Gables Estates, house, office, 9pm

Lori: *typing*

Rod: *walks over* Your door was open.

Lori: *lifts eyes* Hey.

Rod: Working again?

Lori: I'm almost finished.

Rod: ...We missed our dinner reservation.

Lori: *looks at watch* ...Oh no. *lifts head* I'm sorry. You should have called and reminded me.

Rod: I don't call women; they call me.

Lori: *smirks* I promise I will be there next time.

Rod: *steps around Lori, places hands on her shoulders* You need a vacation.

Lori: I need more hours in the day.

Rod: Take the day off tomorrow. We'll go to the beach.

Lori: *smiles* As fun as that would be, I can't. I have to take Steph to a dentist appointment and Dom has to get his cast checked.

Rod: Get someone else to do it.

Lori: Nobody else is available.

Rod: You should hire a nanny.

Lori: I don't need a nanny. *places fingers on keyboard*

Rod: *steps around chair, grabs keyboard* You're finished.

Lori: *lifts eyes*

Rod: ...I don't like to see you working so hard. *takes Lori's hands* You'll break a nail.

Lori: *rips hands away* God forbid.

Rod: Have you considered modeling instead?

Lori: No.

Rod: I can be your agent. Of course you'd have to lose about 20 pounds.

Lori: Are you this charming with all of your girlfriends?

Rod: Just the ones I think have potential. Think about it. Your face could be seen in magazines, on billboards and runways...you wouldn't need your ex-husband's money anymore.

Lori: My children need his money. I don't.

Rod: You'd be wasting the opportunity of a lifetime.

Lori: The answer is no.

Rod: *grabs Lori's cheek* That's not what I want to hear from you.

Lori: How about this? You're about 3 seconds away from losing your front teeth.

Rod: *slaps Lori across the face*

Lori: *falls onto floor*

Rod: *stands* No woman gets to talk to me that way.

Lori: *stands, shoves chair* Get out of my house.

Rod: *grabs Lori by the hair* I don't think you understand who you're talking to.

Lori: *slams fingers into Rod's windpipe*

Rod: *coughs, staggers backwards*

Lori: I was about to say the same to you.

Rod: *gasping for air*

Lori: *grabs phone, dials*

TBC.....................................
 
And that, ladies and gentlemen, is how you take care of a punk ass boyfriend. Kudos to Lori for standing tall in the face of his obvious ignorance. If this isn't enough to show her that Scotty's the way, then I don't know what is. I guess it's just a matter of them finding each other again.

I love that Anni's Scott's good friend. He needs that interaction and in some instances, her wacky ways. LOL@ Doris though...she's found her way and then some. Gotta love her new outlook on life!

Awesome update!
 
Go Lori! Way to kick butt!

Although, I'm sad that Scott and Lori are separated. It's nice, however, to see that he and Anni are still close. I hope things are going okay for Tom and Anni, though...

Fantastic updates! :D
 
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