The When and the How: A Bone to Pick

by MoxieGirl

Following VNM's death & spurred by an unlikely catalyst, B&B navigate the rough terrain of their neglected relationship. Facing their mutual pain over the previous year while working a case, they discover the true meaning of partnership-in life & in love. "This story will make you laugh and cry, think and feel. It's the secret that every Bones lover deserves to be let in on."

2. How Did I Not See This Coming?

Chapter 2 How Did I Not See This Coming?

Back at the Jeffersonian, Bones goes straight to her office and sits down in front of her computer.

"Dr. Brennan," interrupts Wendell, poking his head in her door. "I've identified four distinct bone collections in the samurai remains from the 1877 Battle of Shiroyama. The Satsuma Rebellion Exhibit this year at the Museum of Natural History will finally get the recognition it deserves." He notices she's not even listening.

"Have I come at a bad time, Dr. Brennan?" He asks. "I can come back later."

"No Mr. Bray. Good work. I'm on my way out, but I'll be back later to review your findings." Not once did she turn her head to look at him.

Wendell remains at the door a moment longer, recognizing that look of concentration on her face. She was trying to figure something out – and she rarely gets it wrong.

Alone once again, Dr. Brennan slides forward, puts her elbows on her desk, interlaces her fingers as if she is praying, and rests her chin on her knuckles. Is he getting back together with Hannah?She wonders. This would certainly explain why nothing happened last week when I got into bed with him the evening after Mr. Vincent Nigel-Murray was killed. Wow. She lets out a long breath, and swallows loudly, shaking her head. "How could I have missed this? Why didn't he say anything? Have I truly lost my chance?

She knows that Booth may be many frustrating things, but an infidel he is not. He claims he's never cheated in a relationship – and she believes him. She closes her eyes as a wave of humiliation washes over her. Once again she's the high school Tempe Brennan in love with Andy Flooger, the Varsity LaCross Captain who taped Brainy Smurf to her high school locker.What did I think was going to happen when I got into his bed?

At least this explains why he didn't take advantage of the situation, though she really wanted him to. He's not Andy Flooger – and we are not in high school. We are partners – partners who have feelings for each other. Booth wouldn't shame me for climbing into his bed. Thank the universe I didn't take advantage of the situation. I don't think I could have handled rejection in the state I was in that night …"

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