WARNING: This article contains spoilers for NCIS season 17 episode 15. Read at your own risk.
NCIS season 17 episode 15 is arriving next week on CBS, with the title "Lonely Hearts." This is a Valentine-themed episode, so viewers should be prepared from some romantic stuff. Particularly, Sloane has a secret admirer on Valentine's Day, with some suggesting it's possibly Gibbs.
NCIS season 17 episode 15 is seemingly hinting that Gibbs and Sloane will be the center of the upcoming episode. Fans hoping to see more romantic interactions between the two, as the previous episode saw Sloane advising Gibbs to look after himself on his recent case.
One fan on Twitter wrote Gibbs and Sloane should date already, while another one asked when will the two be together. There have been hints that a romantic relationship might be on cards between these two, and stars hinted this as well.
In June 2019, Maria Bello, who plays Sloane, told Entertainment Tonight that she loves Gibbs and Sloane's energy together. She then added that the two really care deeply about each other. Gibbs' actor Mark Harmon also commented about the potential romantic relationship two.
Speaking to Digital Spy, Harmon said Sloane was on equal footing with Gibbs; she didn't work for him and he doesn't work for her. They respect each other a lot, and the actor teased their relationship deepens over the next few seasons.
Now, fans believe Gibbs might be Sloane's secret admirer in the upcoming episode. He is possibly considering the feelings he has towards her and ready to take things slow. However, some suggest it might be a new love interest for Sloane, making Gibbs feeling threatened.
As for what else is coming on NCIS season 17 episode 15, Torres is back to work. Some of the recent episode photos showed he has completely recovered and he's wearing his badge. He faced a life-and-death situation in the previous episode, so many were happy to see him recovered.
Possibly, there would be a time jump in the next episode to allow the character to heal from his injuries. The episode will likely be set a few weeks following the events happened in episode 14. Torres doesn't have any broken bones, suggesting he has recovered long.
Aside from Gibbs and Sloane's romance, Torres and Bishop's relationship is another interesting storyline in the series. Although they're not a romantic item right now, the incidents in the past episode showed they are getting closer than ever.
NCIS season 17 episode 15 airs on Tuesday, Feb. 11, on CBS.
