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NCIS LA S11 Romances

It’s been two months since the conclusion of NCIS: Los Angeles 11th season, but recently after rewatching some of the season and other classic episodes, I wanted to take the time to discuss all the romantic relationships and what their futures will be like in season 12.

Densi

It’s no surprise the first couple up for discussion is everyone’s beloved Densi. Kensi and Deeks have officially been married for an entire year and I congratulate my favourite NCIS romance for their major milestone. It seems at first glance not much has really changed for Densi this season since they got only a handful of scenes and episodes together, but really their relationship is facing a long awaited and major change. Finally after so many years of discussing the sensitive subject, Deeks and Kensi are Finally Ready. They Are FINALLY Trying to Get Pregnant. They Are Ready to Become Parents. I still can’t believe it’s finally happening. It’s been so long since Deeks and Kensi first had their discussion about kids and it’s been quite the journey for them to finally get to where they are now. In the beginning, it was obvious that Deeks loves and is fantastic with kids, showing he would make a great father. Kensi on the other hand, wasn’t so sure about the idea and didn’t really like them.

Kids was always a sensitive subject for the couple as though Kensi was beginning to soften her attitude and showed a more motherly side, she was still unsure and reluctant about the idea. It hasn’t been an easy road for the couple which at one point, the idea of a family and children almost caused them to break up as we all recall from the events of the season 9 finale two years ago. Over the years however, as Deeks and Kensi’s love and relationship grew stronger, proving they can overcome any adversity it finally lead to the proper talk of the subject. Season 11 featured episodes of the couple finally ready to face the subject head on, first beginning when Kensi experienced a pregnancy scare and finally experienced first hand the emotions of the possibility of being pregnant and actually having a baby. When the false alarm was confirmed, Deeks was willing to drop the subject until Kensi finally decided she was ready to properly have this long overdue discussion.

Since then though it seemed they again dropped the subject until the events of the special 250th episode where Kensi almost lost Deeks when he was trapped inside a room with a bomb. During this super emotional hour for the couple, it finally caused Kensi to realize and declare that she really and truly wants to have children with Deeks and following his survival, Deeks and Kensi at last began the journey of building a family and finally started trying to get pregnant. Unfortunately, months pass and Deeks and Kensi still have yet to conceive and begun to experience some emotional turmoil as well as worries of the future. Despite their worries and doubts, they remain determined to start a family, knowing they are finally ready for this next chapter of their lives. 

I’m looking forward to seeing what season 12 has in store for the couple as it was previously stated that Deeks and Kensi will continue their efforts of getting pregnant, but will continue to face a few emotional turmoils along the way. Most of the time, getting pregnant is rather easy for a majority of couples, but others unfortunately aren’t so lucky. The emotional turmoil of their attempts to get pregnant will continue and may even begin to affect their work in the field, causing some potential team issues. Hopefully, Deeks and Kensi seek help and may even begin to seek fertility treatment if necessary. Overall, no matter how or when it happens I look forward to the day Kensi declares she is pregnant and we can finally begin to look forward to when the Densi Baby at last arrives.

Neric

The second couple is everyone’s two favourite Meerkats, Neric. Since the end of season 9, Eric and Nell finally and officially became a couple, but their honeymoon phase has long since come to an end and now they are beginning to reevaluate their relationship. Things haven’t been easy for Eric and Nell for quite a long time since the end of season 10 when Nell discovered her mother was sick and from there onward, their relationship has begun to face several challenges. In season 11, Eric had taken time off from NCIS after accepting a job offer and was living in San Fransisco for a time. The long distance hadn’t been easy on the couple and that caused to Nell begin questioning their relationship, especially after learning Eric was actually on a secret undercover assignment for Hetty. Nell was extremely worried about Eric throughout the ordeal and was relieved when he was returned safe and sound, unfortunately Nell’s worries, concerns and other issues hadn’t gone away so easily. 

Eric and Nell eventually began to really confront the true nature of their relationship when Nell realized they had moved too quickly. They simply jumped from being best friends into a serious relationship without ever actually dating. In the end, they decided to hit the reset button on their relationship and simply have fun when they do get to spend time together. However, the couple found themselves once again separated by the end of the season when all of Nell’s issues, from her mother’s illness to stress of the job finally came to a head and she began strongly considering leaving NCIS for good. Thankfully, Hetty encouraged Nell to take some much needed time off to figure out what she wanted for herself and Eric hasn’t seen or spoken to Nell since. In her absence, Eric seems to be handling her being done quite well, but instead he is simply trying to hide how he feels.

I’m looking forward to Nell’s return in season 12 and I’m curious how Eric will feel when she does come back. I’m hoping this experience has helped him realize how Nell felt when he was gone earlier in season 11. I have no doubt we’ll see Nell back in action soon alongside Hetty, but I still think Eric and Nell have a few more relationship issues to deal with when the show returns. However, no doubt they can weather the storm and work out their problems and will grow stronger, thus overcoming their first serious issues as a couple. Overall, I’m looking forward to Neric dealing with their problems and their relationship growing stronger during the 12th season.

Callanna

Next up is my second favourite couple of NCIS LA, Callanna. In recent years, Callen and Anna have been through the ringer ever since Anna killed Abram Sokolov in season 9, causing their relationship to become strain. Despite their problems, they both still loved each other even when Anna was sent to prison in season 10. Anna later escaped jail alongside her cell mate, a new antagonist named Kayta when it was later revealed she was working with Joelle and the CIA to use her to find Callen’s father. The mission was a success as the team managed to rescue his dad in Cuba, but unfortunately due to her fugitive status in the US and recent injury, Anna had to stay behind. Since then, Callen hadn’t seen or heard from Anna, therefore it looked like their relationship was over... or so it seemed. During the events of a very special Christmas episode, Callen and Sam shared a very powerful talk about certain subjects, including his relationship with Anna. 

Callen’s talk with Sam was enlightening as it caused him to realize he pushed Anna away, realising she was actually the real deal, a woman he could actually share and spend his life with, something he has never truly had before. All his life, Callen was trying to learn the truth about his past and who he was and now he needed to figure out what he wanted for his future and that future is with Anna. Callen ultimately realizes he truly loves Anna and vows to find her and make things right. Since then, Callen began his quest to find her and eventually Anna presented herself to Callen in need of his help with a case. Although things were a little strained between them due to their long separation, they ultimately managed to reconcile and secretly got back together. Eventually, after hiding out for several weeks with Callen, the CIA managed to scrub away her entire criminal record, making Anna a free woman once more. Although Callen expresses some worry, it does not matter as he and Anna are truly in love and happy together. 

Finally with the woman he loves and knows he can have a real life with, Callen has at last begun to plant real roots for himself and is building a future with Anna from going on a staycation to looking for a potential new home together. In season 12, I’m looking forward to seeing Callen and Anna making their relationship more serious and who knows, maybe they could be the next couple to get engaged. However, their troubles are far from over as the CIA plans to use Anna to lure out Kayta. Before the conclusion of season 11, I remembered reading the original ending was going to focus on Kayta’s return and Callen’s friendship with Sam and the team will become strained. Overall, I have no doubt this storyline will resume in season 12, but I remain worried. I want Callen and Anna to be happy and together and what I don’t want is to see Callen forced to choose between his team and the woman he loves.

SamKat

Finally last but certainly not least are the newest NCIS: Los Angeles couple... Sam and Katherine. In recent years it hasn’t been easy for Sam Hanna since he tragically lost his beloved wife, Michelle Hanna after she was kidnapped and killed by his arch-nemesis, Tahir Khalad. Since losing Michelle, Sam has been taking the time to mourn his loss and grieve her death, but finally after 3 years, Sam has at last managed to make peace from her passing and is ready to move on, knowing Michelle would want him to be happy and he has found a new happiness in our dear, Katherine Casillas, one of the show’s newest recurring characters. Katherine first appeared when she encountered the tam and helped them in recovering a valuable stolen painting and ever since she made her debut, there has been some undeniable chemistry building between her and Sam.

Katherine brings out a new side to Sam as she challenges him and makes him see the world in a new different way. Sam finds himself intrigued by Katherine and not only that, but they even have a few things in common, including their shared love of cars. Katherine is even one of the very lucky few to ever drive Sam’s car, the Hellcat. Eventually the more time Katherine made her appearances, the closer she and Sam got as well as their feelings growing stronger. Although they faced a slight bump in another investigation when Katherine was a potential suspect, Sam and Katherine managed to overcome that obstacle and afterwards, they admitted to their feelings and have began a new romantic relationship. I’m really happy for Sam and I already love him and Katherine together. I’m looking forward to seeing them in season 12. I want to see Katherine helping out in more investigations and more of the great chemistry between them. It’s always exciting to watch a new romantic relationship blossom and I’m excited to see what season 12 has in store for Sam and Katnerine’s new romance.

Overall, I’m looking forward to season 12 of NCIS: Los Angeles as a lot of our couples have some big changes and happy futures to look forward to. I can’t wait to see their next chapters unfold this fall.