Jane can't believe her eyes as they pull up at James's home. It's two stories and looks out over the beach and ocean. The house is three times the size of Maura's and Jane can't help but wonder what a single man does with all this space. As she enters the house she gets some idea. The main living area is huge and great for entertaining. It opens on to a patio that's separated from the beach by a perfectly manicured grass strip and garden. From the main living area there are two staircases that open on to an extension of the entertaining area upstairs. It is clearly designed to allow guests to enjoy greater views.
Behind the living area the house breaks into an amazing kitchen. It looks like it could cater for a lot of guests. Obviously in James's role he's entertained a lot of important people in his home. Behind the kitchen is a garage come boat house. James has jet skis, canoes, surfboards, sail boats and power boats. That's not to mention his collection of cars. Lastly upstairs plays host to six guest's room each with their own on-suite. The last room upstairs is a massive bathroom with a huge spa that has one way windows that allow people using the room to take in the view without being seen. Jane wonders just how much fun James and Maura have had in this bathroom. She intends to tease Maura about it next chance she gets.
Maura's helped James with coffee and Cognac as Seth showed Jane around the house. When James and Maura are ready they suggest heading up to the upstairs entertaining area. They go right in this time and as they move around to the seating, Jane notices the piano. "Oh wow!" Jane looks at James is disbelief. "It's a Mozart Limited Edition Bosendorfer; to real pianist's, the best piano ever made. What number is it?"
Maura looks at Jane in disbelief but James smiles at her happy to have someone appreciate his piano. "You know your piano's Jane; it's number three. Do you play?"
Jane notices Maura looking at her. "What Maura, did I say something wrong" she whispers to her.
"I'm sorry I'm just amazed you know that" Maura whispers in reply.
Jane looks at James who is waiting for an answer. "I did once James but I haven't played for a very long time."
Maura can't contain herself and she says for everyone to hear. "OK, how is it that I don't know that you play piano Jane."
Jane looks at Seth and James embarrassed, then says to Maura, "you were at my place the day I had my old piano taken away."
Seth speaks up, "would you play something for us?"
"Oh no, I would not do justice to such a beautiful instrument."
James joins in, "please Jane. I can't play so unless I'm entertaining and I hire someone to play it, it never gets used."
"Really" Jane says. Some part of her she hasn't recognised in a very long time is dying for the opportunity to play such a grand piano. "It's been so long" Jane says from a faraway place. Seth goes and lifts the lid on it and pulls out the piano stool for Jane. She sits and gently taps middle 'c' with her right thumb. Maura is just watching in awe. It's a side of Jane she never knew existed. Jane slowly and then with a little more confidence starts to play Beethoven's Fur Elise. When she finishes they all clap And Jane is immediately embarrassed; she'd forgotten herself while she was playing. "I'm sorry, it was very rusty and I'm afraid my hands aren't what they used to be."
"No, it was very good Jane, how long has it been since you've played" Seth asks.
"Gosh, it'd be over five years" Jane says and Maura catches Jane taking a quick and discreet glance at the scars on her hands.
James is clearly enjoying himself. He has a sip of his Cognac and encourages Jane to play again. "Jane, play something with words, Seth has an unbelievable voice."
Jane looks at Seth, "What's something you like to sing?"
"Do you know 'You Raise Me Up'?" Jane starts to play the first few bars. "Take it down a key would you Jane" he asks. Jane starts again in a lower key. When Seth starts to sing, Jane almost stops playing, his voice is really beautiful… she picks back up and plays along as best as her rusty and wounded hands can. Seth's voice and her playing fill the room.
When I am down and, oh my soul, so weary;
When troubles come and my heart burdened be;
Then, I am still and wait here in the silence,
Until you come and sit awhile with me.
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains;
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas;
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders;
You raise me up... To more than I can be.
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains;
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas;
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders;
You raise me up... To more than I can be.
There is no life - no life without its hunger;
Each restless heart beats so imperfectly;
But when you come and I am filled with wonder,
Sometimes, I think I glimpse eternity.
At this point James who also has a lovely voice joins in a harmony with Seth. As Maura watches she's moved to tears.
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains;
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas;
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders;
You raise me up... To more than I can be.
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains;
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas;
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders;
You raise me up... To more than I can be.
You raise me up... To more than I can be.
When they're finished Maura claps excitedly. "That was really lovely." Jane stands and puts the piano lid gently down. She puts the stool back under it. Seth is watching Jane; he's completely captivated by the beautiful, intriguing woman before him. He escorts Jane over to where James and Maura are already sitting and hands her coffee and Cognac.
"Jane, I had no idea you were so talented," Maura smiles.
"I'm not the one who's talented" she looks at Seth. "You have a beautiful voice."
"Thank you" he smiles. The moment's interrupted when Jane's phone starts to ring. It isn't long before Maura's starts ringing too.
"Excuse me" Jane smiles at Seth. "Rizzoli" she answers.
"Doctor Isles" Maura answers. They both listen and acknowledge they'll be there as soon as possible.
"What's wrong" James asks when they get off their phones.
"There's been a murder, I'm afraid we have to go" Jane explains.
James organises his driver to take Jane and Maura to the crime scene. When the driver arrives Seth looks at Jane. "Can I see you again, can I call you" he asks.
"Actually I'd like that" Jane smiles. She gives Seth her phone number. "Would it spoil the moment if I ask to come and see you at the Gallery tomorrow in an official capacity" Jane asks. Seth looks at her surprised. "I knew it would; I'm so sorry. It's just I'd like to ask you about the painting that didn't show up at the Art Exchange. Judge Holmes and Henry Downey were seen having words about it that day."
"No it's quite alright" Seth's relieved. He smiles at Jane. "Come at lunch time and I'll show you around the Museum as we talk."
As they leave Maura engages in an embrace and passionate kiss good night with James. They have agreed they'll see each other next Saturday when James gets back. Seth senses Jane's discomfort. He leans in and gives Jane a gentle, short but confident kiss goodnight. Yes, Jane smiles to herself that is something I'd like to taste again.
As Jane and Maura are driven to the crime scene Maura can't help herself. "So what do you think do you like him" she asks.
"He is the nicest guy you have ever dated Maura; James is lovely" Jane smiles at her friend.
"Not James" Maura says exasperated; "Seth, do you like him?"
Jane looks at Maura beaming. "When he started to sing Maura it took every ounce of my will power not to race him off to one of those bedrooms and have my way with him." They both laugh.
As they walk into the crime scene Jane has completely forgotten how out of character she is. "Victor 825 she announces to the uniform on scene registrations."
"Detective Rizzoli" he replies surprised. It's then she notices everyone looking at her.
"Oh come on guys, I'm just wearing some make up for crying out loud." Maura chuckles as she follows Jane inside.
Frost greets them; "sorry to drag you away from your evening" he pauses. "Man, you look amazing Jane."
"Thank you Frost" she replies, "Come on let's focus; what have we got?"
Maura has gone further into the house to examine the bodies. "Oh no; this can't be happening" Maura chokes back her emotions. Jane hears her and moves in to see what's wrong. Korsack has taken hold of Maura's elbow.
"You OK, Doc?"
Maura nods. "It's Gregory and Nancy Huegal; he's the Vice Chancellor of the Harvard Business School. Nancy's on the Boston Arts Council Board," Maura explains.
"How well did you know them Maura" Jane asks.
"They're dear friends of Mother's and Father's. Mother will be heartbroken" Maura replies.
"Doc maybe we should call in Pike this has to be upsetting for you" Korsack looks at Maura with concern.
"Thank you Sergeant Detective Korsack, I'll be fine. I'll treat them with respect and dignity and do a good job. I can't trust Pike to do that and it's the least I can do for the Huegal's.
"Maura did they attend the Art Exchange" Jane asks; she's dreading the answer. Maura just nods at Jane and gets to work.
Jane pulls Korsack away; "Vince we have to stop this guy. At the rate he's going he's going to wipe out Boston's entire upper class."
"Cavanaugh's already crawling all over my ass Jane, did you learn anything new tonight" he asks.
"Not really, we didn't talk about it a lot" Jane offers.
"Well you look lovely Jane; I hope you had a nice time" Korsack smiles at her.
Jane smiles at this man who she adores. "Thanks Korsack, I did."
It's around 2am when Frost drops Jane and Maura at Maura's place. They wave as Frost drives off and they walk towards Maura's front door. "Talk about an evening of two extremes" Maura says in a tired and defeated voice.
"You're not wr…" Jane's senses go to high alert. She immediately reaches for her gun.
"What is it Jane, what's wrong"
"Go inside Maura and lock the door."
"Jane" Maura's voice is filled with fear.
"Now" Jane says with emphasis as she kicks off her shoes. Maura does as she's told and Jane starts to check around Maura's home. Something tells her she's being watched. Her every sense is certain of it, but she can't find him and he hasn't made a sound. She tests him out checking around for another ten minutes. Every ounce of her cop gut is in high gear. Jane stares where she suspects he might be hiding. She says so he'll hear her. "I know you're there and I'm going to catch you but hear this; if you hurt my friend before I catch you, I won't be taking any prisoners. Do you hear me you bastard!" Jane waits; still nothing. She eventually gives up and goes inside.
Maura has waited anxiously. She's relieved when Jane walks in. "Is everything OK Jane. Was there someone there?"
"Nah, I think it's just me being overly paranoid" Jane tries to ease Maura's fears.
Maura sits at her kitchen bench. She's fighting her emotions and eventually she gives in and the tears start to fall. "Oh Jane, first it was Fidel, then Clarissa and George and now Gregory and Nancy; who's doing this and why. When will he stop?"
Jane pours Maura a glass of water. "I don't think he will until we catch him Maura."
"Jane these are all people I grew up around. I've known most of them all my life."
"I know Maura, I'm so sorry."
"Gregory and Nancy were Mother and Father's closest friends in Boston Jane." Maura leans into her hands and simply cries. Jane grabs the tissues and puts them in front of Maura. She stands beside Maura and puts an arm around her.
"I really am sorry Maura and I'm also scared. I'm scared for you OK; you're part of that world. You were at that event. So promise me you will be extra careful. Please don't go anywhere or do anything without me, Frost, Korsack or Frankie being with you. Do you hear me?" Jane waits for Maura to look at her. "Do you hear me Maura?"
"There was someone out there wasn't there?"
"I really don't know Maura; I didn't see anyone but my cop gut was going off" Jane explains. "Look it's been a really long day and no doubt tomorrow will be just as bad. You should at least try to get some sleep Maura."
"You're right Jane" Maura stands wiping away a runaway tear and heads to her bedroom. "Do you need anything?"
"No I'm just going to make sure everything's locked up properly and then I'm heading to bed."
Maura smiles at her, "I hope you make it further than the couch tonight, the bed in the guest room really is lovely." Maura blows her nose.
"Ah yeah, sorry about that; old habits die hard."
"Well good night Jane; oh… and I think you and Seth are a perfect match." She giggles through her tissue.
"Yeah right Maura; and I would like to know just what you and James get up to in that bathroom of his" Jane teases.
Maura looks at Jane and winks "I don't kiss and tell my friend." The mood has gotten lighter and Jane's pleased. Maura ads "I mean it though; you and Seth Jane." Maura nods at her.
"Good night Maura" Jane says with emphasis although for once she's really hoping Maura is right.
