And It Was A Dream, And It Was A Fantasy 5/?
Title: Verbolten - part 2
Author: AmyH0127
Rating: M?
Pairing: Gibbs/DiNozzo
Summary - Tony's birthday surprise - part 2
Spoiler: None
Disclaimer: No money is being made from this, though some should be
Warning: Slash
The day seemed to pass by too quickly. One wasn’t enough to fit in all the activities the park had to offer. They did manage to hit the highlights though, even with the crowded conditions. It was a rare and almost perfect July day, not too hot or humid. A storm the night before had cooled the air to a tempered 83 degrees for a high and the evening promised to dip to the low 70’s.
Tony managed to talk Gibbs into riding Verbolten with him and even purchase the picture taken during the ride as long as he promised to keep it to himself, which Tony did with enthusiasm. God, he loved it when Gibbs smiled and the photo captured that along with the rare shine of delight in his eyes as they plunged to the bottom of the hill.
Lunched was had at “Das Festhaus” in ‘Oktoberfest’ along with a few beers while they watched the show. They meandered to ‘France’ where despite Tony’s persuasive powers, he rode Griffon alone, and Gibbs checked out the craft shops during his wait. Catching the train at Caribou Station, they enjoyed to scenery before jumping off at the next stop near the boarder between ‘Scotland’ and ‘England’. The Rhine River cruise was relaxing for both of them, casual conversation came easy. Gibbs wanted to show Tony some of the wooden arts he saw while waiting for him to ride Griffon and Tony really wanted ice cream from “La Glace” in the same area so they caught the train and finished their tour landing back at Caribou Station.
The park was starting to close. “Want to take the Skyride back to ‘England’? I think I’ve had enough walking up and down these hills.” Tony knew that if it was getting to him, Gibbs had to be in pain. His knee could only take so much at one time and he knew they had pushed the limits today. “Sure”.
They both slid in the gondola shaped carrier. Gibbs nestled himself in the molded corner propping his leg up and Tony settled himself between Gibbs’ legs, leaning his back against Gibb’s chest as the ride hoisted them into the night sky.
Gibbs wrapped his arms around Tony’s waist and held him close, nuzzling his neck. “Thank you.”
Tony twisted in his arms, “No, thank you, Jethro. I had so much fun today. And I know your knee must be killing you, but thank you for giving us this.” He leaned up and softly kissed him, hoping that he understood just how much today had meant to him.
“I love you, Tony. More than everything.” Tony felt a weight settle within him, anchoring him and sighed snuggling back into Jethro’s arms.
The ride abruptly stopped, leaving them swaying in the night air. “Ladies and Gentlemen. Attention please. We are having some technical difficulties which may lead to delaying your departure for an estimated 20 minutes. We apologize for the inconvenience and assure you that your safety is not in question.”
Jethro and Tony both looked at each other and shrugged. They had no where to be other than their hotel room. Tony leaned back further and gazed into the night. “The stars are so much brighter here, but they still don’t compare to the ones in Arizona.”
“Same stars, Tony. Less outside interference there.”
“Hmm…”
They sat in comfortable silence for several minutes. “Would you do that?” Gibbs asked with hesitation. “Leave the team if the money was right?”
Tony paused. He had never heard the trepidation in Gibbs’ voice that was clearly resounding now. “To be honest, I don’t know. I would love to distance myself from the horrors we encounter. I don’t want to know what people are capable of. I’ve seen too much to want to know anymore. But could I leave you? The answer is no. You have been the one constant in my adult life that has never let me down on purpose.”
“Hmmm”
Gibbs’ hand began to move, stroking lightly over Tony’s body in comforting movement for them both. It was about connection, not sex. They needed to feel close to one another, to explore the darker emotions and shine their light together on what frightened them both in the past. “I could never leave you.”
The car jolted and they both startled awake, suddenly realizing they had fallen asleep while waiting for repairs. They looked at one another and smiled. While the techs did necessary repairs to the ride, they had done some unknown, but necessary repairs to their relationship.