Chapter 3

The two agents who were sent to Lisbon and Jane's house, to find the picture frame that contained their ultrasound picture, had just returned. They brought the frame over to Jane's couch where the couple was sitting. The frame still contained the picture.

"Thanks guys. Did anything appear to be out of place? Was the door still locked and the alarm still set? Jane asked.

"Nothing appeared out of place. The door was locked and the alarm was still set. The frame was right where you said it would be. Congratulations by the way." Agent Layne answered.

"Thanks." Jane said and the two agents left.

"So where did he get the copy of the picture from? Only we have copies besides the doctor. I called her office and her copies are still in my file." Teresa asked.

"I don't know. The picture was a photocopy; it wasn't the same paper from the ultrasound machine like the pictures we have. Maybe one of the employees in the doctor's office made a copy. The other option, and the one I don't like at all, is that he somehow got to one of our copies and made the photocopy." Jane explained.

"I don't like those options either. That means he could've been in our house or got access to my purse or your wallet, if he didn't get it from someone in the doctor's office." Teresa replied.

Wiley walked over and handed them the preliminary list of possible suspects from the cases they had worked on to date at the FBI. "I marked off the names of the people who have died and I've highlighted the people that are in prison." he said.

Jane and Lisbon looked over the list. They talked about some of the names listed and circled names they both believed should be checked out further.

"I don't believe any of the people in prison could've done this." Teresa said.

"I agree, but I don't want to discount them altogether. They could've had an accomplice, although I think that's unlikely." Jane agreed. "Wiley, run the names that we have marked. Find out where they are now, where they live and where they work. If any have a parole officer, I want that name too. Any other information you can think of would be appreciated also."

Wiley walked back to his desk to get started on the names. A few minutes later, Cho walked in the bull pen and headed for Jane's couch.

"Here's the list I was able to pull from the CBI. I believe it's a complete list. I crossed off the ones that have died, I highlighted the ones that are in prison. I think the person we are looking for isn't in prison due to access issues. They could've had an accomplice on the outside." Cho said.

"Yeah we agree. We went over the list Wiley had from the FBI cases and he's following up on the names we thought had potential. Let's look at this list." Jane said.

Jane, Lisbon and Cho looked over the list. They made a note of several names.

"I'm pretty certain that all the Blake Association and Visualize people that weren't caught are out of the picture for good. The ones that weren't caught were very low level people who were probably glad to be out for good anyway. From the list in prison, Tommy Volker really hated both of you. He had a deep pool of contacts on the outside but I believe most of those have cut ties with him. Also, he got in a fight a few months back and was knifed with a shiv, looks like he's paralyzed. I don't think he has the abilities right now to plan and carry this out. We also have the list we looked at when Van Pelt was kidnapped. Haibach is dead of course, Donny Culpepper lives in South America, I'll have Wiley check to see if he's still there. John Hutten went back to prison after you caught him skipping out on his FBI surveillance. Linus Wagner's in a mental facility. I believe he's trying to make people believe he's more mentally unstable than everyone thinks to get out of prison. Doing something like this with all the planning and set up, would make him appear pretty smart and not insane, I guess you could say." Cho explained.

"I agree, all those you listed are out for the reasons you gave. Culpepper is out too, he seemed really happy in South America when Wiley checked on him. That just leaves a couple of handfuls of names. Most weren't happy to be arrested, but I don't believe it would rise to the level of what we have here." Jane said.

"I do have one more name and I don't think it will make either of you very happy." Cho said.

"None make us happy, Cho. Who's the other person and why so apprehensive?" Teresa asked.

"Erica Flynn." Cho stated.

"Erica?! She's in prison." Teresa replied.

"She escaped a few days ago. We just got word." Cho answered.

"I didn't help her." Jane said, holding up his hands with a smile on his face.

"This isn't funny Jane. Erica's a piece of work. She made it clear in Beirut that she was still interested in you." Teresa said, hating the idea of Erica.

"She's manipulative Lisbon. She only wanted to use me. I believe the person we're looking for is angry or has a score to settle. I don't believe Erica is angry or wants to settle a score. She's out looking for a sugar daddy, someone to take care of her financially. She doesn't think I fit that description." Jane explained.

"I still wouldn't take her off the list." Lisbon said, not totally accepting Jane's reasoning.

"I agree with Jane, Lisbon. Erica is a manipulator who just moves on to the next mark she can find to reel in. She's probably already found someone who's lavishing her with money and things." Cho said.

"Okay fine. I still don't like her." Teresa said with a pout.

Jane had a smile on his face. "You have nothing to be jealous of my dear. My heart belongs completely to you. I made it clear to Erica in Beirut that I loved you. Why do you think she tasered me?" He leaned over and gave her a small kiss by her ear, before sitting back.

"I'm not jealous. Who else do we have?" Teresa asked.

"Here's the remaining names that we haven't been able to mark off. I'll have Wiley work on these names while he's working on the FBI list. Who's on the FBI list that you thought might be a candidate?" Cho asked.

"May Finburg, she hated Jane when he figured out she killed her husband's first wife and the investigator David Rinaldo. John Accardo, the mob boss. He could have people on the outside, however, I think he'd order a hit than plan something like this. Michael Ridley, he was very angry with Jane and me when we…uh…set him up…so to speak." Teresa said, not really wanting to explain to Cho what they did with Ridley and lied about to Abbott.

"Don't worry Lisbon. I figured out what you and Jane did. I was happy to get Daniella's sister back so your secret's safe with me." Cho said.

"One other name we need to think about is Edwin McKaye, the art thief. He's a master manipulator and he was quiet angry with me when we nabbed him. He might have the resources outside his prison cell to set this up." Jane said.

"Well, we'll track down all these people and their known associates outside of prison. Maybe we can get some kind of lead." Cho said.

"See if any of them have a connection to anyone in Teresa's OB/GYN office. Someone could have a connection with an employee working there and that would explain how they got a copy of the ultrasound picture. Teresa got a list of all personnel that work in that office and have access to her file." Jane said.

Cho stood up and walked over to Wiley's desk to add the names he had to Wiley's list. Cho knew all of this was a long shot and it would probably take something else happening to get a solid lead. As long as Jane and Lisbon felt like there was progress being made, Jane would be less trouble. At least he hoped.

The next two weeks passed without any deliveries to Teresa. Jane wasn't letting his guard down and he made sure no one else was either. If anything, he was more concerned that nothing showed up. What the guy had planned next scared Jane.

"Cho, this really scares me. This guy wouldn't just stop sending things to Teresa." Jane said.

"Maybe he got tired of the game. He may have gotten the satisfaction he was looking for in the two things he sent. I'm sure he realizes the impact they made." Cho answered.

"He's not tired of the game." Jane replied.

"Jane. I know all this has you on edge. But let's see if anything else shows up before you get too worked up. We will stay alert, no letting Teresa out of our sight." Cho said.

"Cho…" Jane started.

"Jane? I want to say something that is really out of character for me. But, I appreciate the way you have taken care of Teresa. I know back at the CBI, I didn't always think you put her wellbeing above your quest for revenge. When you shot Hardy to save Teresa, knowing he was your best lead to Red John, I knew you would always protect her. All those times you kept things from her when you were carrying out one of your schemes, I know it was to keep her hands as clean as possible when higher ups came down on her. Jane, I know you love her and I know that you will always, always take care of her. I've watched over the years how you have honored Angela and Charlotte and know you will always do the same for Teresa, especially now that she is your wife and the mother of your child." Cho said. He watched Jane wipe a tear from his eye trying to act like he wasn't.

"Okay, so what's on the agenda for the day?" Jane said, not liking this sentimental side of Cho but appreciated what he said.

"I'd really like to clear out some more cold cases while we're between active cases. The more cold cases we close the happier the director will be." Cho replied.

"I can do that." Jane said, as he got up to head to the bull pen. When he got to the door, he turned around. "Cho?"

"Yes Jane."

"Thanks. Thanks for everything." Jane said and walked out the door.

Jane looked at his watch and realized it was lunch time. He knew Teresa would probably be hungry by now. When he reached her desk, she looked up at him with a smile.

"Hey you." Teresa said.

"Hey. You ready for lunch. I bet you're hungry." Jane said smiling back at her.

"Yep. I am. What sounds good." Teresa asked.

"You decide. You having any cravings yet?" Jane asked.

"Not yet, although a lot of things sound good. I think it's too early for cravings don't you think?" Teresa asked.

"Well I noticed this morning you have a tiny baby bump starting. It was very cute." Jane teased.

Teresa couldn't help smiling at her husband. She couldn't get over how happy he was these days. It was so good to see him happy, truly happy. She knew the deliveries she'd received scared him, but she was really proud of him for not going crazy. Hopefully that was all over now, since it had been two weeks since she received the congratulations card.

"Let's go to Chuy's for Mexican food. That sounds really good. Maybe I am having cravings." Teresa said.

"Let's go." Jane said as he offered his hand to help her up.

Jane and Teresa had a nice, relaxing lunch. They were heading back to the office when Jane's phone rang.

Jane pulled his phone out of his pocket, "Hey Cho."

"Jane, there's been another delivery. You on your way back?" Cho asked.

"Yeah. We'll be there in a few minutes. What is it this time?" Jane asked.

"Balloons. More congratulations on the baby." Cho answered.

"Thanks Cho." Jane said and hung up.

"What is it?" Teresa asked. She could see Jane had his jaw clinched.

"It's another delivery. Balloons. Congratulations again." Jane explained.

Teresa sat staring out the windshield. She was getting angry now. How dare this person try to ruin what was a happy time for her and Jane. She wasn't going to let this nut job take away any of their happiness.

"Patrick. I refuse to let whoever this is ruin our excitement and joy about our baby. We'll catch this person at some point, but until then I plan to remain happy and excited. I want us to go this weekend and start looking at baby furniture. I also need to start buying some new clothes to accommodate this cute little baby bump here." Teresa said as she rubbed her stomach.

Jane decided he was going to do whatever it took to make Teresa happy. He would continue to look for clues to who was sending the deliveries, but he'd do what Teresa said and not let this guy ruin their happy moment.

"Well Mrs. Jane. I would be happy to take you shopping this weekend to look for furniture and clothes. I think it'll be a lot of fun to see you modeling maternity clothes for me." Jane said with a smirk and a wink.

"Yeah right." Teresa said laughing.

"Oh come on Teresa. Remember, I once said I thought you would look cute in a beekeeper's outfit, well I think you'll look even cuter in maternity clothes." Jane said with a big smile on his face.

"You're too much, but I love it. It makes me so happy to see you so happy. You deserve to be this happy all the time." Teresa said as she reached for his hand and intertwined the fingers as they drove back to the office.

"You deserve to be happy too Teresa. I plan to spend the rest of my life making sure you're as happy as you can be. I WILL do EVERYTHING in my power to make sure that happens." Jane said, giving her hand a gentle squeeze.

"I know you will, Patrick. I feel the same way. I love you." Teresa said.

"Love you too, both of you!" Patrick said, removing his hand from hers and laying it on her stomach.

They arrived back at the office. Both sat in the car for a minute before getting out. They each knew what was waiting for them when they got upstairs, neither eager to face it.

When the elevator doors opened, Teresa gasp at the size of the balloon bouquet on her desk. There must be ten balloons, all different sizes and all in pink and blue. When she got to her desk, she looked at the envelope attached to the bouquet. It was addressed to 'Teresa Lisbon', but nothing else.

"We didn't read the card. We left it for you Jane." Wiley said.

Jane put on a set of gloves and detached the envelope from the bouquet. He turned the card over, nothing on the back. Cho had stepped into the bull pen after Wiley let him know Jane and Teresa were back.

"This is from a different florist. The guy is probably using a different florist to avoid being identified. Always addressed to Teresa Lisbon, not Teresa Jane. I'm curious to know if he isn't aware of our marriage or if he's just refusing to acknowledge it." Jane said.

"I don't know. I suspect he's just not acknowledging it. He knows about the baby, but he is insinuating that it's his. He's probably living in some fantasy world or he's delusional." Cho replied.

Jane looked at the envelope again before opening it. He ran the letter opener under the edges of the flap to keep any evidence intact. When the flap opened, he took a deep breath before pulling the card out. The card read, "Boy or girl? Which one will it be? Just a couple more weeks until your next ultrasound. It's getting more exciting every day. Love you."