Disclaimer: No I do not own the greatest TV show ever. Trust me if I did Lisbon would have a man by now ;)

A/N: Hey everyone! So after months of reading fanfics I've decided to go ahead and try writing something myself :) So I think this story has a little bit of everything in it. Hope you guys like it! Also, I'd really appreciate some feedback since this is basically the first thing I've ever written. By the way, the title for this story was inspired by the song by The Fray...it's quite Jisbon-y haha. So enough of my rambling...

If you were to walk through the CBI building at this hour here is what you would find:

A couple of night guards, this being the CBI and all; a handful of hard working agents scattered around on the first and third floors; two diligent ladies working and a lazy man sleeping on a couch on the second floor.

The whole building was dark and silent, not the eerie kind of silence, but a peaceful silence that carries a sense of calm with it. In the bull pen of the Serious Crimes Unit, the only sources of light came from a desk lamp and a glow that radiated from the Senior Agent's office. A red headed woman was trying to concentrate on her computer screen but she was losing a battle against sleep. A man with curly blonde hair was lying on a couch, but the occasional stir suggested he was well awake.

Grace was exhausted. Today had been one of the few days she had actually gone out on the field. Sure they had all helped catch the bad guy but she still had to go back to the office and find information on their other open cases. Grace smiled softly at the memory of Rigsby tackling the criminal who had tried to run away from them after realizing he had fallen into one of Jane's mind traps. She really liked going out on the field. Well who wouldn't rather get in on the action than stay behind at the office and have to listen to the team's stories when they got back? Also, although she'd never admit it, she liked spending time with the guys outside of the office, especially Rigsby. Of course that didn't mean she'd be changing her mind about their situation any time soon. Besides, he had already moved on, and so should she. Although the last time she had found a boyfriend that wasn't Rigsby it hadn't end so well…

Grace shut down her computer and silently got up from her desk just in case the man on the couch a few feet away from her was actually sleeping, but she doubted it.

Cho and Rigsby had left hours ago and it was just Jane, Lisbon, and her. She had to admit that she brought this exhaustion upon herself. Grace had been trying to impress her boss lately by staying later than her, but Lisbon almost always managed to beat her.

How does she do it? Years of practice I suppose. Well now I'm free to go.

Grace quickly gathered her belongings and turned off her desk lamp.

"Uh, Grace could you leave the light on? Thanks." said Jane from the couch, startling Van Pelt.

She turned the light back on. I guess I was right, he's wide awake.

"Bye, Jane. See you tomorrow," she said shooting a smile in Jane's direction as she passed his couch and headed toward the elevator.

"Good night," Jane replied lazily from his fake-sleeping position on his couch.

Jane waited a couple of seconds after the elevator left before slowly opening his eyes and standing up with a grunt. He made a few small stretching motions before grabbing his jacket from the chair at his rarely used desk and headed toward the elevator himself.

A few minutes later, a small blue car made its way out of the CBI parking lot and onto the fairly lonely road.

Silvery strands of moonlight slipped out of the hot California summer night, through the blinds of a window, and into a dimly lit office. Lisbon was hard at work, as usual. Situated in a rather uncomfortable hunched over position, the raven haired woman sat in the black chair at her desk.

The mountain of paper work had been reduced to a mere pile containing four or five pages of additional paperwork a certain charming consultant had caused to land on her desk.

I swear if he pulls one more stunt I'm using one of my guns on him. How'd he even know I had three? Smartass…I guess I can't really blame him for all of my problems. Well at least my non-work related problems. I'm sure he's having his fair share of problems as well after the Kristina incident…I can't believe he actually went on a date with her…huh. When did that happen? When was the last time I had a date? Too long. Definitely, too long. Well at least I have my career. That is, until Jane decides to completely screw it up. Hmm maybe I should look into that. You know what Teresa? You've been lifeless for too long. I'm going to start this new thing where I have a life. Step one, find a good TV show when you get home. Oh wait, there's never anything good on TV on Thursday nights anyway.

Lisbon glanced over at the clock just as she finished the last paper. She realizes it's getting late and everyone must be gone by now. Her mind quickly travels back to her thoughts on Jane and Kristina.

It seems everyone has a social life but me, even Jane does! Maybe I should buy myself a puppy. Well then there's the issue of my long work hours…

This last thought snaps her back to reality. She gets up from the chair and starts putting some files together for their latest case to take home with her.

"Ah dear Lisbon, still here at this hour and even bringing a case file home? How diligent," Jane says standing in her doorway with a paper bag in hand, wearing a friendly grin on his face. Or maybe he doesn't have much of a life after all, why else would he be here?

"Well someone needs to make up for the hours of work lost when you're napping," she snapped, grumpy due to the late hour and a grumbling stomach.

"Yes, well, I thought I made up for it with the many cases I've closed …and my ability to make your days a little more interesting," he added playfully.

"Uh huh, because your childish stunts give me such joy," Lisbon rebutted sarcastically. " Not to mention the hours of paper work that come with them," the smile Lisbon failed to suppress, letting him know she was only teasing him and his ego.

Jane took that smile as an invitation to come further into the office. He made his way to Lisbon's couch, but instead of lying down he simply sat, the mysterious paper bag still in his hands.

"What's in the bag?" Lisbon inquired.

Jane looked down at the bag as if suddenly remembering he had it in his hands. "Oh this? I went out earlier to get some food. I took the liberty of getting you a little something," he said as if it was no big deal. Lisbon gave him a questioning look.

"Well I couldn't help but notice that you skipped lunch again today, and judging by the late hour, my keen observation skills tell me you're rather hungry…am I right?" Jane explained with his classic, disarming smile.

Lisbon looked over at him in another one of his three-piece suits. You know one day I'm going to get him to put on a pair of jeans or something. Although I have to admit the whole look really works for him…snap out of it Teresa! Oh wait…why is he staring at me? Can he really read my mi- Oh. Right.

"Alright. I suppose it won't hurt me. What is it?"

"Oh nothing big, just a cheeseburger. Oh and look," he said grabbing out a single Checker's french fry. " Deliciously greasy fries…come on Lisbon," he said while shooting her a charming smile before putting the fry in his mouth. "Mm tasty!"

Lisbon quickly came out from behind her desk and playfully grabbed the bag from him with a small smile. She sat back down and started eating. Meanwhile, Jane let himself get into a more relaxed position on Lisbon's couch or, as he liked to think of it, his second couch. He put his hands behind his head and smiled at an eating Lisbon.

"So this new case…seems like all the young, promising students start the road to being corrupt politicians early now-a-days," said Jane rather distractedly, obviously wrapped up in thoughts about their latest case.

"I guess so. It's a shame the kid was into drugs though, everyone said he was so smart."

"Yeah, but it's the smart ones you have to be careful with. You never know what they can pull off."

"The parents are clear. Mr. and Mrs. Turner were pretty shaken up. Plus, they have solid alibis. We should start talking to people around the campus. We need to check out all of Bradley's friends and professors," Lisbon said resuming her authoritative role.

"I'll try not to irritate anyone," Jane replied with a mischievous glint in his eyes.

"I'm sure you won't, because Hightower's starting to lay off and I don't need her on my back again," Lisbon said teasingly. She was really enjoying herself with their banter…and the cheeseburger.

"You know this cheeseburger isn't half bad. These fries are amazing!"

"Glad you like them," Jane said with a distracted smile.

His mind was obviously elsewhere, but Lisbon didn't pay attention to it. She got up to put some of the completed paper work in her filing cabinet. Jane quickly stood up and swiftly stole another fry from her desk.

"Hey!" Jane looked up at a smiling Lisbon who had suddenly turned around. He just shot her a charming smile and she let it slide. When Jane saw that she had sat back down he suddenly got a serious look on his face. It's now or never.

"So I'm guessing you've heard about the new Missing Persons Unit?" he said with a concerned look.

Lisbon finished swallowing the last bite of her cheeseburger. She looked at Jane for a second then got up to throw away the bag, being careful not to throw away the rest of the fries. "Yes, uh yes I did," she replied, silently hating the way her voice faltered. She threw the bag in the trash then sat back down. She took a fry and casually put it in her mouth as if nothing was wrong. "And?"

"And I just wanted to make sure you're okay," he said sincerely.

Everything suddenly made sense to Lisbon. He had done all of this to check up on her.

"I'm fine," she said unconvincingly. She quickly turned the tables on him to prevent him from digging more into the subject. "I should ask you the same thing. I mean with them handling Kristina's disappearance and all," she said gently with a sympathetic look.

"I'm fine," he said with a blank look on his face, almost mimicking Lisbon's previous reaction.

"Listen Jane, it wasn't your fault. She did it out of her own free will."

"I know."

"Just making sure," she gave him a soft smile and he returned it with one of his own. "So…maybe this new team will actually satisfy Hightower."

Lisbon chuckled at the comment, glad that the light hearted mood was coming back. Hightower had fired the last two teams because they hadn't 'reached her expectations'. "Yeah maybe they'll get lucky. You know it's things like those that amaze me Hightower still keeps me around."

"She can't fire you. Sure, she says she will, but she won't. You're too great…at your job, I mean," he quickly covered up.

"Thanks," Lisbon replied with a bittersweet smile. Ugh. Why does he have to play with my feelings? Not that I have any feelings for him…I think. Even if I did, it's better that I don't. He's a colleague…not to mention he's Jane. Jane of all people. Great I'm slowly falling for the most damaged man in the world who could never love me. So much for getting a life…

"You know what's strange? I haven't heard much about the new guy. Usually when a new addition is being made it's the center of the office gossip," Jane said gaining Lisbon's attention.

"I actually happen to know a thing or two about him," Lisbon said rather vaguely, sparking Jane's interest.

"Don't tell me he's an old flame of yours," Jane said playfully.

"Jealous?" Lisbon asked with a smirk. She decided that the new Lisbon is going to be a bit bolder.

"No, of course not. I'm simply wondering what you know and how you know this mystery man," Jane said innocently.

"Alright, alright. His name is Sean Finazzo, and for you information I've never actually met the guy. He's just known for being a ladies' man. Not to mention he's a tad arrogant…hmm looks like you've got some competition!" Lisbon said with a playful smile. She pushed her chair back and picked up the case files.

"Very funny. Any fries left?" Jane asked standing up, a little disappointed Lisbon decided it was time to go.

"Nope," Lisbon said as she put the last fry in her mouth and put on an innocent face.

"Oh aren't we just hilarious today?" Jane said before giving her his mega-watt smile. He was a bit surprised at his boss' ability to be a little laid back.

"Ha. Ha." And with that Lisbon walked to the door with Jane following closely behind. As she reached the door frame she suddenly turned around to face Jane.

"This was surprisingly nice. We should do it again sometime," she said with a genuine smile.

Following her out of the office, Jane agreed in a teasing tone," Yes well it's not every day one can sit and talk peacefully with Teresa Lisbon."

"Hush!" she said through a smile while slapping Jane playfully on the shoulder. While Lisbon locked her office, Jane rubbed the spot where her hand made contact and pretended to be in pain. "Ouch!" he said with a fake pout.

To this she responded with a smile and slight laugh. They walked in comfortable silence through the bull pen. Jane stayed behind saying he was just about done here. Lisbon thinks about asking him what exactly he needs to do here, but she decides against it and walks into the elevator.

"Good night, Jane," Lisbon said from the elevator. Jane gave her a little wave as the elevator doors shut and he walked back into the now empty and lonely bull pen. He went to lie down on his couch.

"I guess it's just you and me Elvis," Jane says to the stain on the ceiling from his traditional couch position, his eyes closed but with a slight smile seemingly glued in place.

A/N: Next up Jane vs. Finazzo!