"How much longer?" asked Lisbon as she sat in Jane's car.
"Patience 'little grasshopper'" said Jane with a wink. He had talked Lisbon into hanging out with him on Labor Day weekend. It was a 3 day holiday. Most of the team had gone home to visit family, Jane knew that Lisbon didn't have much family to go home to. He couldn't bear the thought of her being alone in her apartment for 3 days. So he talked her into spending the weekend with him! He knew of a cute, quaint little town on the seacoast. It had cute little shops, beautiful scenery and an abandon lighthouse.
It took some convincing before Lisbon finally agreed to go. But eventually she finally did agree to go. Jane was thrilled! He could tell that stubborn little Lisbon was too, he could tell by that sly little smile that she was trying not to smile too big.
They had been driving for 2 hours. Conversation was easy between the two. They enjoyed it each other… it hadn't always been that way, but their coworker relationship had blossomed into a close friendship… one that might become even closer. Both had strong feelings for one other, but were too afraid to admit it.
They came around a curve in the road and the sea came into view… "Beautiful" whispered Lisbon.
"Yes, Beautiful" said Jane… but the sea wasn't the only thing he was thinking about. He was looking at Lisbon. She was beautiful. So strong and smart, but so caring and loving. He was happy to have her so close to him in the car. He wanted so badly to tell her how he felt, but he had to wait until the right time. He had thought he'd never love again after his wife died… he didn't know if he'd ever find anyone who'd love him for being him… he hadn't planned on finding anyone else again. But then Lisbon came into his life. She had changed his life. Gave him a purpose to live. He felt that she knew him – every side of him. She had put up with his childish behaviors, had seem him happy and sad… and she had supported him and stood up for him. She had his back and he loved her for it. He wanted her to know that he'd always be there for her… no matter what.
Lisbon looked out the window at the beautiful scenery. It was beautiful and so peaceful. She felt happy… happy that she was here with Jane. It surprised her how much she was enjoying herself. Jane with all his charm and wit had convinced her to come along with him. She was touched that he asked her to come along. She was so glad not to have to spend this 3 day holiday weekend alone. Of course, she'd never admit this to anyone, but if she had to choose who'd she spend the 3 day weekend with she would have picked Jane. When he first asked, she wanted to say "YES!" right away, but she didn't want to be appear too eager, so she acted a little stubborn and hard to get. She smiled as she remembered Jane's face begging her to come along! She liked him… she liked him a lot. Even with all his For some reason whenever she was with him, she felt like she was 'home'.
Another 30 minutes passed and Jane's funny little car pulled into the little seaport town. The little shops lined the street, it was evening and the lamps were just being turned on. Jane drove past the hotel… "Jane, there's the hotel." Said Lisbon.
Jane smiled, "I know… we're not staying there though."

"Oh…" nodded Lisbon. She knew there was probably no point in asking where they were going to stay. Jane probably wouldn't tell her, he'd want to show her.
They drove to a little cabin by the seaside. It was a cute little cottage nestled in the forest. The got out of the car, "We're staying here?" asked Lisbon.
"Don't worry, we'll have separate rooms!" said Jane.
Lisbon blushed at the thought of Jane reading her thoughts. They walked in to the little cottage. It was very cute and pretty. There was a little sitting room with a couch and TV; a little kitchen; and a pretty little bedroom with a lovely view of the sea. "You can sleep here," said Jane motioning Lisbon into the bedroom. She stepped in and noticed fresh flowers on the nightstand table by her bed. She smelt them.
"I had the little lady that owns the cottage fix this room up for you…" said Jane, when he noticed the flowers pleased Lisbon.
"That's sweet. There's only one bedroom in this cottage, where are you going to sleep?" she asked.
"Ah, I'll sleep in my usually place… the couch!" smiled Jane. "What some tea before we got to sleep?"
Jane fixed two cups of tea and they sat in the cozy kitchen talking for another 1 and a half. The clock chimed midnight. "It's late," remarked Lisbon.
"Yeah, better turn in for the night! Tomorrow I have a full day planned!" he said in a childish nature. His excitement made Lisbon smile.
"Good Night Jane." She said.
"Sleep well, Lisbon"
"Ah, thanks," Lisbon said as she entered her room. She turned around to face him. "Thanks for bringing me here."
"My pleasure," smiled Jane. She smiled back at him and shut her door. She curled up in bed that night and dreamed happy dreams.