This is my first attempt at doing drabbles. I've based this collection on the poem "Nothing Gold Can Stay" by Robert Frost (which was new to me, but I love it now!). I interpret the poem as being symbolic of both Vega (lost youth, her path through the FBI, etc.), as well as possibly a commentary on Jane and Lisbon's relationship to date in Season 7 (but only to date, mind). ;) The first part of each drabble therefore looks at Vega, and the second at Jane and Lisbon. I've tried to match up drabble halves as much as possible (episode-wise), but that proved quite hard. The last two are purely Jane and Lisbon. Some drabbles are also more literal than others; I've tried to find links among the motifs where possible. Hopefully not too cheesily obvious. Wanted to get it done before the next episode. Grateful for feedback!
Nothing Gold Can Stay
1) Nature's first green is gold
"Sorry; you told me to stay."
"I did. Nice job."
Vega can't hold back a quick half smile as Cho delivers his verdict. His approbation is already craved. She rises a little breathlessly from where she has just brought down and cuffed her very first prisoner.
She allows herself only the briefest moment of pride; there's still work to be done. But she's made a good start.
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Jane slows his pace and tips his head back as far as he can, the better to soak up the glorious golden light warming his face. He is walking towards his Teresa, bringing her a cup of coffee. A simple act, but perfection is often found in simplicity.
It is such a lovely day. His heart rejoices quietly. The real world hasn't happened yet.