AN: Will be a series. I will try and base most of them from episode quotes etc. I am open to suggestions from episodes as well. So, just place them in a review or a PM. Thanks and Enjoy!

"On your six boss."

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After about the eighth time of almost losing his Senior Agent to any number of accidents; shootings and kidnappings; he finally decided now would be a good time to express his gratitude.

"DiNozzo…" He waved him over and watched Tony get up immediately.

"Yeah boss?"

Gibbs examined his response and the look in his eyes. "Why do you do that?"

"Do what?"

"Come running like that."

"Like what?"

Gibbs shook his head. "Never mind, listen about today…"

"You don't have to say anything boss. I know you would've done the same for me. So let me help you avoid the awkwardness of this conversation by accepting the thank you and walking away." He smiled and started to turn towards his desk.

"Hey!" He watched Tony quickly turn back. "Let me get this out…"

"Boss really…you don't have to."

Gibbs put his hand up and stepped around his desk to face his Senior Agent. "I do." He cleared his throat and thought to himself for a few seconds. "Now, about today, it made me realize something."

Tony had to smile. "I know you love me boss, you don't have to say it."

"Interrupt me again and I'm gonna slap you so hard…" He watched his Agent put his hands up in defense and continued. "After today, I figured I should tell you this…before your nine lives run out…"

Tony wasn't sure how to respond; but knew one thing he wasn't going to do; interrupt. He watched as Gibbs looked almost awkward; something he had never witnessed before. His boss either had a lot to say or nothing at all. There was no middle ground; at least until now. "You have become one hell of an Agent, and ah hell, I'm just gonna say it…" He took in breath. "I don't know anyone else I'd want watching my six DiNozzo…"

Although Gibbs hadn't used words like; care, love or friendship. Anthony DiNozzo knew exactly what his leader was trying to say. He straightened up and responded in a way he knew Gibbs would understand. "It's an honor to watch your six Gunny."

Gibbs nodded and put on his hand for Tony to take. "I'm flattered DiNozzo, just one thing..."

"What's that boss…?"

"Call me Gunny again, and I'll head slap you back to Baltimore."

Tony nodded and retreated behind his desk. It wasn't long after that; Gibbs phone rang and he reached for his gear. Gibbs was waiting impatiently in the elevator when he heard those three comforting words…

"On your six..."