7 Days

Once again, thank you for staying loyal and sticking with me on this one. I know its taking a while but I promise to get things moving in the right direction.

Sorry for any bad grammar, was in a hurry to upload this for you today.

Already started work on the next chapter, I promise you wont be disappointed.

Shortly after, Angela had left Maura alone with only her thoughts for company. She knew she had to do this and do it right. Wooing Jane could be the only way to progress with this and taking a chance by actually asking her on a date may be the only answer.

If Angela was right, as she should be and knowing her daughter better than any one else, being traditional and treating Jane the way she deserved to be, should do the trick.

Traditional in my eyes is going to a restaurant, eating fine food, sampling rare wines of the world. Jane wouldn't like that or enjoy it...but she would do it to make me happy. But is traditional for someone like Jane, going to the movie theatre, grabbing pizza on the way home? No, that's too adolescent, she would have done that on her first date in Junior high!

I want to make it memorable and something that no one else has ever done for her.

After sitting for several minutes of tracing her lips with her forefinger and she carefully pondered what would be best, just jumped to her feet excitedly "I know just the thing Bass, Jane will love it!"

She reached for her laptop and started searching for the perfect date. Maura thought of every small detail, she wanted so badly for their first 'official' date to be perfect...that is if Jane accepted her offer.

With all of the arrangements made, she picked up her cell and took a deep breath. It was late but Maura didn't need to be a detective to know exactly what Jane would be doing right now...drinking beer sat alone on her couch.

She dialled and let it ring out for what seemed an eternity. Just as she was about to hang up, Jane's voice was heard.

"What?"

"Well, hello to you too Jane. So nice to hear your voice."

"Maur...sarcasm and you don't go, please don't try to be as witty as me." The brunette dryly replied.

"Jane, don't take it out on me just because you're being a moody pants."

"Really? Moody pants? Is that the best insult you can come up with?"

"I was not trying to insult you Jane, I was merely stating the obvious." Maura replied in a dejected tone.

"I'm sorry Maur...its just...its just, Ma. You know what she said."

"I know. I sincerely think she said what she said for both of our benefits though. I'm sure she would have rethought her words if she had know how they would make you feel."

"But that's the trouble Maur...Ma never thinks before she speaks! And I'm sorry, that man obviously meant a lot to you in the past but it just makes me mad...ya know?"

"I understand completely Jane. But if you think about it. Angela does not know about our recent developments and believes that making you feel jealous may make you realize your feelings for me."

Jane could not help stifle a small laugh, "Really? You think Ma is that intelligent to be playing mind games with me? Anyway, why would she do that if she thinks we are just good friends?"

There was a silence.

"Maur...what did you say or do?" Jane interrogated.

"Um, Jane. I don't want you to be angry..."

"Oh god, you told her didn't you?"

"I couldn't help it Jane, you left like that. I was upset and the truth just came out!"

"Great, just great. So that's Ma and Frankie that know!" Jane sighed as she rubbed her face.

"I also assume that other people at the precinct have had their suspicions for some time now Jane, a lot of them talk about our relationship behind our backs...hold on, did you just say that Frankie knows too?" The doctors question was asked in a higher pitch than usual and was followed by a gulp. Panic was setting in.

"I'm sorry, Frankie came round after the gym the other morning and he knew something was wrong."

"What does he know? What did you say? Did he ask questions? Does he know that we..."

"Maura! Breathe! Its ok. He was the one that convinced me to talk to you about it. He said its obvious we are close and everyone can see it."

"Oh ok. Well it was you're Mother that helped me realize the importance of what I am about to do." The blonde added before taking another deep breath. "Jane Rizzoli...wouldyougoonadatewithme? There I said it."

"What? Are you speaking another language. You know I don't understand your French speak."

"Jane, would you do me the pleasure of attending an evening out with me on an official date?" Maura blushed and was thankful that Jane could not see her current physical reaction.

"Really? You want to take me on a date? I thought that would be my job?"

"Why would you think that?"

"Because I'm the guy...remember?" Jane replied playfully.

"Well will you or won't you Jane? I have something in mind for tomorrow evening."

"Tomorrow, as in Tuesday? As in THE BIG GAME?" Shock evident in the detectives voice.

"Yes Jane, but I promise I will make it worth your while..." Maura replied in her best sultry voice "...remember I have TiVo too so we could come back and watch it later."

Jane sighed. "Ok ok when you put it like that, I accept." Jane was grinning like a fool. Make it worth my while? Hmm, could be interesting. We could watch the game after a romantic evening out, followed by cuddling on the couch, followed by...

"Jane? Are you still there?" The blonde inquired after the short silence which ripped her friend out of her daydream.

"Huh, yeah I'm still here..." she quickly got back on track "...so what's the plan, am I picking you up so you can take me to fancy restaurant?"

"No and no!..." Maura giggled "...I will pick you up at 6.00pm sharp and the rest is a surprise!"

Jane pouted like a child "Please Maur, just tell me. You know I don't like surprises."

"Jane...are you pouting?" The blonde teased.

"No!...I just need to know so I know what to wear, ok?"

"Just dress comfortably and be you, goodnight Jane."

"Sweet dreams Maur."

Jane was pacing her kitchen, waiting for her 'date' to arrive. It felt like she was back at school. First date jitters. Only this time she had already been dating the other person for 2 years without realizing it.

She reached for a bottle of wine that was sat at the back of one her cupboards and started to uncork the bottle. The least I can do is offer her a drink when she arrives, damn cork, how long has this bottle been sat here? Can't...get...it...out. She struggled and eventually lost her temper, using more force than she should. The neck of the bottle snapped and spayed pieces of glass all over the counter top. She tried to clear up the mess quickly and grabbed the pieces of sharp glass, only to catch her forefinger. "Mother f...Francis!"

There was suddenly a knock at her door. Jane glanced at the clock – 6.00pm on the dot. But how could this be Maura, she had not heard the clicking of her heels down the corridor which usually announced her arrival.

Jane opened the door, blonde locks bounced stunningly in the late afternoon sunlight that was beaming through the window at the end of the hall.

The detective looked down shocked by what she saw. A simple sweater, casual but perfectly fitted tight jeans and chucks? Damn, she even makes my choice of clothes look good! "Maura, you look beautiful."

"Oh my goodness Jane, what have you done?" Before the brunette could respond, Maura grabbed Jane's hand and started examining the small cut which was bleeding.

Looking sorry for herself and feeling a little stupid Jane replied "I broke a wine bottle, that's all."

Maura didn't respond with a lecture, or any google talk, she simply took the length of the finger and popped it in her mouth.

"MAUR! What...?" Jane looked down to see Maura looking up to her through partially hooded eyelids as she sucked on her finger, totally throwing her off guard.

The doctor gently removed Jane's finger from her mouth and looked down to examine the damage. "All better now Jane..." she announced triumphantly "...statistics show that most minor cuts heal 30% faster when treated with saliva instead of salt water or any alternative antiseptic...and don't worry, you wont catch any cooties!" Maura winked playfully.

Taking deep breaths, Jane composed herself. Damn how did she make that so sexy? "Well thank you Dr. Isles for your medical assistance, and did you really just say cooties?" I have never heard that word sound so cute.

"Lets go Jane before we are late."

"Am I dressed ok for this mysterious location? And you programmed TiVo didn't you?"

"Yes, you look perfect my friend..." The doctor glanced down Jane's form noticing she had opted for her usual attire, faded blue jeans and a white vneck tee "...although you may want a jacket for later, you might get a bit chilly when we leave..." the blonde turned to Jane's coat rack and pondered, grabbing a Red Sox hoody she moved closer to the brunette "...here, this one will do nicely."

"Really? You are allowing me out in my scruffy Sox jacket? Are you feeling ok Maur?" Jane sarcastically responded.

"I am feeling fine Detective..." Maura inched closer to her friend, pushing her the full length of her body against Jane's so that she could reach round and tie the arms of the hoody around her friends lean body. She heard Jane gasp at the contact "...but my question to you Jane is, are you feeling ok?" The blonde knew what affect she was having upon her.

"Yes." Jane squeaked, trying not to look down. But she couldn't help it, as Maura had lent in and bent slightly to reach round her sweater had fallen forward, putting her ample bosom on show. Oh my fucking god, she has the rack of god!

Abruptly torn from her gaze, Maura grabbed Jane's wrist and pulled her out the door. "Hurry Jane, I promise you want want to be late for this. You are going to simply love it!"

Jane couldn't help but smile at the Doctor who was positively beaming with enthusiasm. "Well if you love it Maur...I'm sure I can warm to it."

After a 10 minute drive in Maura's car, they arrived at their destination. Jane looked around in confusion. "Maur, why have we stopped here?" For a detective she wasn't being very bright on this particular evening. Jane turned to Maura to see her friend looking back with the biggest smile that she had ever seen on the doctors face.

"Tah-dah!"

Jane's jaw dropped and she finally spoke in a voice so deep, even she hadn't know where is had come from "You have bought me on a date at Fenway Park?...your just playing with me now aren't ya?...your not playing with me..." Jane's voice began to get higher "...you bought me to Fenway Park? To see the game? THE YANKEES GAME?" The brunette almost squealed as she saw Maura nodding.

Immediately, Jane leant over and pulled her best friend into a hug and mumbled into blonde curls "You are amazing, I love you and you are perfect."

They separated, leaving Maura a little stunned "I wanted this evening to be something you would enjoy or would you rather forget it and go to my favourite restaurant?"

"Errrm..." Jane pretended to be considering her options "...well you know I love your choice in food and wine but it would be a real pity to let these tickets go to waste."

"Tickets? You need tickets to get into a game?"

"Oh please tell me this is your idea of humour." Jane pleaded with her puppy dog eyes.

"Nearly got you there!" Maura produced two tickets from her purse and began to wave them excitedly.

"Where are we sitting?" Jane took the tickets from Maura to check the seat numbers and again her jaw dropped. "Maura how did you get these on Yankee night?" They were Green Monster seats, the most expensive and sought after seats in the ground.

"I have my ways. Now come on Jane! Lets go!"

As Maura turned to open her car door, Jane stopped her by placing a hand on her shoulder and she turned back around to look at the brunette. "Maura? Thank you. And I know this usually comes after a date and you should be initiating it as I'm the date-ee but..." they both looked confused at her choice of words but neither chose to correct it. Jane leant across, gently placing her lips upon Maura's cheek, lingering and not wanting to lose contact with the most unbelievably smooth skin in the entire world. Jane inhaled deeply, enjoying the scent that was so Maura. Almost intoxicating, she felt at home and she had waiting for so long to appreciate little things like that without being caught.

They pulled back and both smiled, both genuinely happy and content with the simple things that made each other happy.

"WOOO. GO SOX!..." Jane shouted as she exited the car "...this is going to be fun!"