A possible plot is that the OC is a journalist who is covering a big story in Miami. They cross paths with Horatio and Jesse during their investigations. The OC starts to get too close to the truth of a dangerous case and Horatio and Jesse have to decide whether to trust the OC or keep them at bay. As the story unfolds, they all realize they need to work together to expose the real criminals.
The plot could focus on a case where the evidence seems to point to the OC as the perpetrator. Horatio and Jesse, however, believe in the OC's innocence. They then embark on a journey to find the real culprit, facing many obstacles along the way. This could involve some internal conflicts within the CSI team as well as some tense moments between Horatio, Jesse and the OC as they try to prove the OC's innocence.
One idea could be a story where Horatio and the OC meet through Jesse. Maybe the OC is a forensic expert new to Miami and Jesse introduces them to Horatio. This could lead to a series of investigations where they all work together and gradually form a deep friendship.
Well, the fanfic could start with Horatio's niece finding a strange object near their family property. She shows it to Horatio, and he realizes it might be related to an old, unsolved case. They then team up, with Horatio teaching his niece the basics of CSI work as they try to solve the mystery behind the object. Along the way, they face many obstacles, like false leads and people trying to stop them from uncovering the truth.
One common theme is the integration of the OC into the CSI Miami team. Usually, the OC has to prove themselves and find their place among the established characters, like Horatio. Another theme is the solving of complex crimes. The OC often brings in a fresh perspective that helps Horatio and the team in their investigations.
A plot could be that the kidnapper is someone with a grudge against Horatio. Jesse and Horatio's team in CSI Miami follow the leads. Jesse has some knowledge about a similar case in OC. He shares this with the team, and they use it to figure out where the hostage might be held. They eventually find the location and rescue Horatio's niece.
One possible scenario in this fanfic could be that Horatio is desperate to rescue his niece. Jesse might get involved, using his skills from OC to help in the investigation. Maybe he has some unique insights into the kidnapper's motives based on his past experiences.
A common theme is the mentorship. Horatio often acts as a mentor to Jess in many fanfics. For example, in some stories, he teaches her how to handle the tough situations in the CSI Miami environment.
A third common theme is mystery. Just like in the CSI Miami show itself, the fanfics usually revolve around solving some sort of mystery or crime. The niece might be directly involved in the case, or she could be a side character who is affected by the events. There's also often a bit of drama, whether it's between the niece and other characters on the team, or related to the mystery at hand, like secrets being uncovered that impact the story's progression.
One common theme is family. Writers often explore the relationship between Horatio and his daughter, showing how they support each other through difficult times in the CSI Miami world. For example, his daughter might be in danger because of his job, and the story could revolve around how he protects her.
There are often fanfics that explore the backstory of how Horatio and the OC became like brothers. Maybe they started off not getting along, but through a series of events, like facing a common enemy or working through a personal crisis together, they grew closer. A fanfic could focus on that journey of their relationship evolving into a brotherly one.
A plot could revolve around the OC being a former criminal who has turned their life around and now wants to help Horatio solve crimes. There could be a lot of tension as Horatio is initially skeptical but then realizes the OC's value. Maybe there's a case where the crime is related to the OC's past and they have to face their old demons while working with Horatio. Also, a plot where the OC is a forensic expert from another country and brings a different perspective to Horatio's cases in Miami.