Hi all! This is my first fanfic and I may have rushed it due to a hurricane and the probability of an extended power outtage!

Disclaimer: I own none of these wonderful characters!

Holiday Hijinks

Chapter 1: Halloween

Maura had been spending much of her time thinking. Truth be told, when wasn't she thinking at some level in her cerebral cortex? The subject of her thoughts at this time, were the numerous occasions of near death experiences experienced by herself or Jane. Maura loved the simplicity in which Jane labeled these occurrences – Yoga Freak, Ciabatta Man, and Zombie Dude. Maura also knew that humor was part of Jane's defense mechanism for dealing with the violence she faced on a daily basis. They spent long hours on Maura's couch reconnecting after each occurrence using humor, smiles, a gentle touch here and there to reassure each other that they were both safe once again. Which led Maura to another set of thoughts and feelings to research.

Maura recognizes that she has had college friends and acquaintances, work colleagues, but never a best friend such as Jane, an LLBFF. What are the boundries of LLBFFs, Maura questions herself. The past few months have brought forth feelings that Maura had to acknowledge within herself. Jane is a sexy, attractive woman. The symmetry of her facial feature, the muscle tones that are exposed in yoga or running. She is physically attracted to Jane. Jane is loyal, caring, sweet, brave, tender – the softer sides of herself, Jane hides with her humor and sarcasm, but Maura sees them. And this is why she is researching interpersonal relationships in as many world cultures as she can find and so far, all her research shows that what she feels is beyond the acceptable boundaries of traditional friendship. Maura admits that not only does she love Jane, but she is IN LOVE with her.

Maura feels secure in the knowledge she has discovered about herself. Now is the time to determine exactly how Jane feels about her and she has a plan.

The Annual BPD Halloween Party was canceled. Hurricane Sandy was blowing in and shutting down the city. Maura and Jane were disappointed because they were anticipating seeing what the other was going to wear. You see, Jane was going to go as the Chief Medical Examiner of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and Maura was going as a Homicide Detective of the Boston Police Department.

"Jane, I have a generator in case the power goes out, do you want to come over for dinner and a movie tonight?" Maura asks as they finish their lunch.

"Do I get to bring the movie? I know exactly the one I want to watch tonight," Jane smirks.

"May I ask the name of the movie?"

"No you may not, Maur. Last movie night was your choice, tonight will be mine."

Maura tilts her head and innocently asks, "Jane, do you have your Halloween costume?"

"Ya, it's in my locker, why?"

"I think it would be fun to wear out costumes, since we won't have a chance to see each other in them otherwise."

"Sure, that sounds like a plan. I'll see you around 7:00?"

Maura stops and picks up Jane's favorite pizza on her way home. She puts it in the oven to keep it warm and looks at the clock. She takes time to set two places at the table and pour herself a glass of wine to give it time to breathe and heads upstairs to get into her "costume".

Jane lets herself into Maura's house and yells out, "Hey Maur, I'm here." Jane is dressed in black scrubs and a white lab coat.

"Be right down, Jane. Help yourself to a beer."

Jane grabs the beer and puts the dvd near the TV. She hears the click of Maura's heels as she walks down the stair. As Jane turns around and gets her first look at Maura, she almost drops her beer. Her mouth opens, closes, opens again and closes. Great impersonation of a fish, Rizzolli. Jane internally snaps at herself.

Maura is a vision, as always, that shouldn't be surprising. "Uh, I thought you were supposed to be me?" Jane asks.

Maura looks down at herself. "I am Jane. Look, I have the black slacks, blouse and black jacket. Ok, I kept my pumps on because they were just more comfortable than the boots that you wear."

Jane looks again at Maura. She is sure that every article of clothing is designer because it fits Maura's body so well and clings to all the right places. "Seriously, Maur? My, my," and Jane makes cupping motions with her hands, "boobs don't pop out of my top like that. I wear a tank," Jane flusters.

I guess I picked the right bra to wear, Maura smirks to herself. "True Jane, but my breasts are fuller than your and the camisole just didn't fit right under this blouse. And this is how you see me?" as she takes in Jane's "costume".

"This is 'Autopsy Maura, ME. I couldn't afford the 'Runway Model Maura' or balance on the heels you usually wear," Jane smirks.

The settle down to eat and Jane shares stories of the Rizzolli children Trick or Treating.

"Did you know that Halloween began with the ancient Celts and the celebration of their new year, Samhain? Over the next few hundred years, Christianity took it over and called it All Hallows Eve. The poor would 'go a-souling'. They would go door to door asking for food, and in return, would pray for the souls of their dead relatives," Maura informed Jane.

Jane blinked with information. "Thank you, Google-mouth. Are you ready for the movie?"

"Do you mind if I change into something more comfortable? You can do the same if you wish."

"Actually, these scrubs are pretty comfy, I'll grab another beer while you change, Would you like a refill on your wine?"

"Yes, please. I'll be right back."

Maura comes back down dressed in yoga pants and a tank. Jane had started a fire and is currently bent over putting the dvd in the player. Maura pauses to appreciate the view she has of Jane.

"Those scrub pants really show off your gluteus maximus nicely, Jane!"

Jane looks over her shoulder, "Did you really just say that I had a nice ass, Maura.?"

"I suppose I did. Do I look that good when I bend over in my scrubs?, " Maura asks innocently.

"Uh..."

"Jane, I never thought of scrubs as being flattering, but you wear them very well, I was only asking if I could change my opinion of them."

"Uh, yeah, sure. You look great in anything you wear Maura."

Maura beams with the compliment.

They settle on the couch with a blanket over them. Jane is leaning against one arm and Maura against the other, their feet touching in the center.

"Ready, Maur?"

"Ready? What movie did you put in Jane?"

"Halloween! It's a classic and perfect for tonight!," Jane exclaims excitedly.

As the movie progresses, Maura is moving closer and closer to Jane each time she gets scared. She lets out a final yelp and is grabbing Jane's bicep.

Jane lets out a chuckle as Maura hides her face.

"Come here, Maur. Are you really that scared?" Jane shifts and tucks Maura under her arm.

"It must be the tension and anticipation the music causes. Thank you, Jane." Maura sighs with contentment as she settles against Jane's side.

"No problem. I'll always protect you Maura."

Please review! Do you want me to continue through the holidays?