Guys, I am soooooo sorry it took me this long to update. I've been working non-stop at the Disney store and at Old Navy. Then today I got sick, had to call in sick, and sliced me finger while attempting to cut up a lemon for my tea. But because I love my readers I worked on this all day with an injured finger. And it hurts. So if there's any mistakes in this chapter, I apologize.
*Random Ramble* PrincessAletheia are working on a fic called "Red Deception" I posted the first chapter, so if you can, drop by and tell me what you think. We came up with a plot twist that will blow you away. And there will be tons of cute Jibson moments along with some angst. :) Oh, and I promise, I am working on "One Night Stands" but given the situation with my finger, it's taking some time. I promise I'll have it up soon. :D
Disclaimer- Nope, still not mine.
She felt the tears in her eyes begin to fall. She held his hand and noticed that something was different. She pulled up his left hand and discovered that his wedding band was gone.
"You're my happily ever after Teresa."
The weekend went by in a blur. They knew that Monday was approaching, but chose to ignore that factor. Instead they spent the weekend in each others arms, just talking and learning more about each other in 48 hours than what they did in the 5 years of friendship.
They laid in bed Sunday night, holding each other close. Come tomorrow morning a new case would be on her desk, waiting for her attention. Meaning that Jane/Lisbon time would have to be put on hold.
"You know my offer still stands." Jane spoke, breaking the silence.
"Offer?" she rolled over to face him, curious as to what offer he was talking about.
"About making out in your office."
She could only stare at him. She was at a loss for words. Make out...in her office? While she won't deny the thought had crossed her mind, she pushed it out immediately every time. Not only was it unprofessional, but it was against the rules. And if Hightower were to walk in...
"Teresa?"
"Hmm? Oh, no...no..ab-so-lut-ly not."
"But whyyyyyyyyyyy?" He pouted and gave her his best puppy dog eyes.
"Don't you dare use the puppy eyes on me, it won't work."
"But you know you want to."
"That's besides the point."
"So you're admitting that you have thought of it?"
She could feel her face growing red. She mentally cursed herself for falling for his trap.
"My, my you naughty girl you. It's ok, I know you can't resist my charm and good looks."
"Jane, shut up."
"As you command my dear." He pulled her into his chest and held her tight. "I love you."
"I love you too."
They walked into the CBI bullpen the following morning with smiles on their faces. For the first time in years Lisbon had been the last to arrive, only because Jane had insisted on her eating an actual breakfast. It was quite a funny thing. She walked into the kitchen to him flipping pancakes and singing along with one of her mix cd's.
Hey sexy lady, I like your flow
Your body's bangin, out of controoooooool! (Uh!)
You put it on me (That's right) ceiling to floor
Only you can make me, screamin back for moooooore!
It took everything in her not to bust out laughing. She was curious to see where this was going. She watched him sing, dance, and flip pancakes with the skill of an artist. She also learned that his rear looks quite attractive when he shakes it. A thought that brought her blushing almost immediately.
She thought she had been ninja-like standing there in the doorway, but she was wrong.
"Are you going to stand there all morning watching me, or are you actually going to eat?"
Busted. "Well, I'm not sure. I mean...I could always take the day off..."
Before she could finish he had her in his arms, and he was planting kisses all over, causing her to giggle.
"Are you sure you're not just saying that so you don't have to tell the team about us?"
"No...yes...maybe?"
"We don't have to tell them if you don't want to. Though I'm pretty sure Cho and Rigsby have a bet going on."
"No, I'll tell them...the only thing worse then telling them is not telling them. We're a family."
"We're a family." Those are the words she kept repeating to herself as she sat in her office. She knew she had to go out there at some point, but the thought of leaving her sanctuary was unappealing. She was so lost in thought that she didn't notice that Jane had entered.
"You know you can call them in here to tell them. That way the whole bullpen doesn't have to know."
She breathed out a breath she didn't even know she had been holding. Of course he knew just the right thing to say to make it better...kind of.
"You didn't think of that did you?"
"Shut up Jane."
He laughed at her response. "I'll go let them know you need to talk to them."
She pretended to be working as they filed in. After everyone was inside, she stood up and cleared her throat.
"Um...As a team there is nothing more important then trust. I know that I can be harsh, especially when it comes to bringing personal issues to work, but being as we are...a family, I thought that it be important that I tell you that..." she took a deep breath before she continued, glancing at Patrick before she spoke again, "Patrick and I are dating."
Van Pelt squealed and jumped up to hug Lisbon. "I knew it!" She then turned and looked at the boys, "I believe that you both owe me $100."
Cho, being the realist spoke next. "So when's the wedding?"
Lisbon was taken aback for a moment? Wedding? Hadn't she just said that they were dating?
"Ah, that...is a work in progress." Jane replied.
"Work in progress? Jane, what the hell?" Lisbon was blushing. "We're dating, not engaged.
"Not yet." Cho replied.
"Cho, do you have a desire to be on stakeout for a month?"
"No."
"Then shut up."
"Aww, Lisbon. Don't bite his head off, after all, it's only a matter of time."
"Jane, shut up. Now, I believe we have a case to attend to, so everyone back to work."
"Yes boss."
"Right away boss."
"Of course boss."
Once they left she felt herself relax. She honestly had no idea why she had been worried in the first place. It's not like they would have disapproved or anything.
She was deep in thought when Jane walked right back in. He shut her door, locked it, then shut the blinds.
"Jane, what in the hell-"
Before she could finish he grabbed her and kissed her. It was one of those kisses that make your knees turn to jelly, and make your brain stop functioning. She found herself deepening the kiss and leading him to the sofa. She ran her hands through his curls and pulled him closer, as if she was trying to melt her body into his.
Suddenly there was a knock at the door.
Busted. "Shit!" she heard herself squeak.
She jumped off the couch, and attempted to fix herself. She opened the door and found Cho standing there, attempting to keep a straight face.
"Uh boss, we were wondering when you and Jane were going to join us for the briefing?" he couldn't help but smile before he spoke again, "unless you two are busy doing-I mean attending to some private matters."
She heard Jane chuckle and cursed herself for succumbing to her hormones. "We'll be out in a sec."
She turned around and glared at Jane. "I told you no."
"Ah but Lisbon, where's the fun in that? Besides, it certainly felt like you enjoyed it."
"I hate you."
"Love you too. Now let's get out there before the team thinks that we're doing something naughty again." With that he disappeared out of her office.
It felt like it was going to be a looooooong day.
A/N: Hey, hey, hey! If you leave me something nice, I'll give you some funny fluff. I'll give you a little preview. It involves a puppy. :D
I believe it's a fair trade. ;)
