Chapter 2

Teresa Lisbon was having a horrible day.

If it wasn't enough that Patrick had mysteriously decided to take a day off, now she had to deal with a high-profile most likely drug and gang related killing with no evidence, no leads, and a family with diplomatic immunity.

What's worse is that she knew if Patrick was here he'd probably notice something that she couldn't that might be what they needed to solve the case. He just had to pick today of all days to skip out on work.

She stomped back to her car after ordering the team to look up everything on Leo Fortis, determined to find Patrick wherever he was and drag his sorry butt back to CBI.


Patrick Jane was enjoying a nice cup of tea with Bex when Teresa called him, for the sixth time.

"Just answer her already Patty! If your phone keeps ringing I'm going to break it with a hammer!" Bex exclaimed covering her ears irritated.

Sighing Patrick pressed answer and mentally prepared himself for Teresa's verbal assault. "Where the heck are you? I've called you five times already! I thought maybe something bad had happened to you. Tell me where you are this instant Jane! I'm not kidding around," Teresa rambled angrily.

"Calm down Lisbon, I'll be at the CBI soon. Couldn't even last an hour without me could you?" Patrick teased.

Teresa huffed, "Just get here."

The line went dead and Patrick turned to Bex.

"Sorry but duty calls. I'll see you later?" he asked hesitantly.

Bex smiled up at him sweetly, "I've got nowhere else to be Patty."

What'd you think? Suggestions?

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