Hey guys:) This is will be a multichapter since I've got time this and next week, yay to that;) I hope you enjoy reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it:) Reviews are very appreciated :P:D
Jane was sitting on the couch in his new airstream trailer, drinking his cup of tea which he was drinking every morning and looking out of the window, a small smile on his face. It was a nice day and there was snow outside, it had been very cold lately and it must've snowed during the night. Snow in Texas wasn't something that happened often. It was a pretty big surprise for everyone and the cities weren't used to it, he knew it. But at least he'd have it warm and comfy in his trailer, which was having a heater and also he had his tea. No need to feel cold.
He loved the snow and he hadn't seen real snow in ages. He suddenly felt the urge of building a snowman and right when he had put on his jacket and warm shoes, his phone rang. Fisher's picture appeared on the screen.
"Yes?" he asked her a little bit annoyed, not in the mood of having to work another case, since there was finally something exciting happening, something that got him busy with anything except work. He would've loved playing in the snow like a 6 year old, but he had duties.
When he arrived at the office everyone was already sitting in the conference room. Jane wondered what kind of case it would be to day, since they had worked a few interesting ones before. Anyway, the killer had never been smart enough to beat Jane. At least that's what he liked to think, that he was the smartest person in the room. And it was true most of the time, so there was no problem in thinking it.
He opened the door to the aquarium (that's what they called the conference room now) and entered. Everyone looked up and Fisher said in her usual tone: "Finally, Jane. Sit down." and pointed to an empty chair next to Lisbon. When he looked around, he noticed that there were a few people he didn't know. "Lisbon who are they?" he whispered as he leaned closer to her. Fisher who had heard the question answered for Lisbon.
"This" she pointed to a young small man in a black suit on the other side of the table"is Special Agent Sheron Waltron." The man made a short nod into Jane's direction. "And next to him, that's Special Agent Pike and Lorence."
Pike smiled and Lorence lifted his hand to a half-wave.
Those FBI agents were something Jane didn't get. They all acted as if they were stiff puppets, being controlled by one mighty force, the government. They talked about the case for 10 more minutes, but Jane didn't really pay attention. His mind was still outside, making little snowmen in the white fluff.
"Jane, we have decided that since this case is really complicated and the suspects are too many to interrogate one by one, that the team, including you, will go undercover." That sounded like fun. "Where are we gonna do this?" he asked curiously.
"It's a big hotel where there's an art gallery at the moment." Abbott answered.
" Rich sacks without brains and attracted to expensive paintings? Sounds good!"
Lisbon looked at him, trying to hide the smirk that was burning in the corners of her mouth and Fisher rolled her eyes.
"We would all appreciate it if you didn't say this to them."
"Noted." he said and already planned on embarrassing them all.
The same day in the afternoon they were on their way to the hotel, which was a few hours away. There were Lisbon, Pike, Fisher and him since the rest of the team plus Lorence would be staying at the office. The four of them had gone home to pack their bags for a 3 day "vacation", also being informed that they'd need some dress-up clothes. Jane was supposed to be a man in a midlife-crisis (it had been Fisher and Lisbon's idea) who liked surfing and long walks on the beach. His new girlfriend Abby (Fisher)was a rich woman, who was very interested in art. Her best friend Lizz (Lisbon) with her fiance (Pike) was an art criticizer of a local newspaper, who had invited all of them.
So that was their backstory and Jane could already taste the fun.
They had never been undercover before, so there was a reason to be highly excited for him. When they had arrived at the meeting point everyone had been in disguise already. Apparently Lisbon had decided to use her amazing hat and black coat once again, she had left the sunglasses out this time though.
He had to admit that she looked really good in those dark colors, but he had known that before. Fisher was wearing a flowery dress, which was peeking out under the long brown fluffy Jacket she was wearing, her hair beneath a warm hat. She looked good, but no one could even come close to Lisbon, no matter how hard they'd try.
So they were sitting in the car, having spent almost half an hour of the car ride trying hard to keep talking, but the conversation slipped several times. When they were finally there everyone got out of the vehicle as fast as possible. That had been one uncomfortable journey.
They got their rooms, of course Jane had to share his with Fisher as a part of the operation. He thanked god when he saw that there was a couch that looked pretty comfortable, which meant they wouldn't have to share a bed as well. Had he been with the other woman, he wouldn't have had a problem with the whole situation.
When they had brought it up before he had protested a bit, why he couldn't be Lisbon's partner, but they had given him a reasonable explanation. One trained FBI agent with one untrained, to keep the balance. He understood and so he had stopped being annoying and had accepted his fate, although he planned to let Fisher suffer for the midlife-crisis she had burdened him with.
No one should be forced into a crisis like that.
They made themselves comfortable and Jane already got jealous by only thinking about Lisbon's partner. He hoped that guy would have as good manners as him and would sleep on the couch, otherwise... he didn't know what he'd do yet, but it wouldn't look nice for Pike.
Also if he would try hitting on Lisbon...
Jealousy kicked in like a punch in the stomach and made him feel all sick and angry, it had been a long time since he had felt that way, but it wasn't a nice feeling at all. He was in a bad situation here and when he realized he felt even worse. He knew that she'd have to figure it out on her own and that it really wasn't any of his concern and stuff, but he made it his problem, because he cared so much. He just wanted to shut it all off, like switching off the lights he wanted to switch off all those feelings that got hold of him and he just wanted to exist without the constant itch of jealousy and fright in his soul.
He stretched out on the couch, his hands placed on his chest, and looked up to the ceiling. This couch wasn't as comfortable as his brown leather couch in the bullpen, but barely any couch managed to get close to the softness of the brown cushion. It was a pity, but what could he do...
He must've fallen asleep, because when Fisher woke him up again later it was already dark outside. "Jane, we have to go to that dinner tonight and after that there's that gallery we have to visit."
"Will they have scrambled eggs?" he asked sleepily.
"I think so. But we're having dinner and not breakfast, just so that you know." she said looking a bit confused, but she hid it well. "Yes of course, that's what you said before... Still I'll have my scrambled eggs." The FBI agent rolled her eyes, once again. After working with him for a few years she would've super flexible eyeballs he figured. At least one positive consequence.
When they opened the door to the hallway to meet with the other "couple", he noticed that Lisbon's and Pike's room was on the opposite of his and Fisher's.
That was one nice coincidence. At least she wouldn't be that far away.
Fisher, who still had the same dress on, got to the door on the opposite and knocked three times. He had noticed that she had redone her make up, a bit more intense this time, fitting for the occasion. After a short time Pike exited the room, Lisbon after him only a few meters behind.
She wore a black, stunning dress, her lips red and her long wavy hair flowing down her back. Pike wore his usual suit and Jane had eventually managed to put on a tie. He didn't like them, but he had to look acceptable, so he had done it.
Lisbon though... he stared at her and couldn't stop. He had thought that she was gorgeous before but now she just looked amazing. She noticed that he was staring at her and blushed a bit, turned to Fisher and said "We should go, shouldn't we?" Pike and Fisher mumbled yes and Fisher shot Jane a curious look.
"Don't forget to breath"