Jane and Maura had just finished a rather tough case and decided to have a nice quiet night in together. They jumped in to Maura's car, which they had driven to BPD in the morning after deciding to carpool form Maura's house, grabbed some Chinese take-out and chose to watch some brainless reality television together at Maura's house. While Maura would never admit it, she secretly loved watching reality shows, but Jane knew it. Every time Jane would accuse her of being obsessed with the housewives, Maura would say that she enjoyed watching only because it helped her better understand people, but Jane was certain Maura liked the show because it was full of drama and comedy. The night was going well, with small talk during the commercial breaks, when Maura decided to extract herself from between the couch and Jane to stand.
"Jane I have a surprise for you."
"Really? What is it?"
"Well it wouldn't be a surprise if I told you, now would it?"
"No, no it wouldn't. So where is my surprise Maura?"
"I'm actually amazed you didn't see it earlier Jane. Follow me."
They walked outside to Maura's driveway.
"Well?"
"Oh my god, Maura! You bought me a basketball hoop!"
"Well we had a tough week, and I know that when your mother lost the house, you guys couldn't take the hoop with you since you all live in apartments, so I figured you could have one here. It's completely up to NBA regulations, and…"
Jane hugged Maura tightly mid-sentence, stopping her from continuing.
"And I love it! Now I have to teach you how to play as a form of repayment."
"Jane you know I don't need any repayment, but I would really love that."
"How about I come over tomorrow and I'll teach you how to play?"
"I thought you were spending the night?" Maura stated, trying to hide her sadness although it was evident.
"You know I would, but I left Jo by herself and I've really been neglecting her since this case started, so I should really see her tonight. Plus, I need my basketball shorts and stuff. But I'll be here at ten, that way we can have a late breakfast. Well, late to your standards, and then we can play a little B-Ball."
"Alright Jane, I'll see you tomorrow."
"See you tomorrow."
Jane leaned in to Maura and gave her a strong hug. As she was hugging her she whispered in her ear.
"Thank you so much Maura. You really know how to cheer me up. I couldn't have asked for a better friend."
Jane's breath on Maura's ear sent shivers up her spine. That beautiful raspy voice made her completely wet. After a few seconds, Jane pulled back from the hug slightly. She leaned in again, kissing Maura's forehead, before heading inside to quickly grab her things. Maura was frozen on the driveway. She didn't move until Jane come back out only seconds later, waving goodbye from her car.
As she watched Jane drive away, she bit her lip completely aroused by everything that had transpired. Maura had just recently come to terms with her feelings for Jane. She wanted her, and anything Maura wanted, Maura got. She quickly snapped out of her daze, headed inside, and relieved her tension, screaming Jane's name into her soundproof bathroom.