A/N: Oh, my days, I am so sorry! I have a good reason for my inexcusable absence. My computer broke down. I had to take it in to be fixed, and all of my files were deleted, including numerous school assessments and homework pieces that were due. So I have been frantically redoing everything, although (and I honestly actually cried at this bit) all of the stories and chapters I have ever written have been deleted, too. I felt sick when I saw that. This is the start of a brand new set of stories/chapters. Bloody typical, it had to happen when it's the finale! Admittedly, my writing in those ones wasn't particularly great though, especially the ones I didn't publish.

So I've been losing sleep over that, and I sincerely apologise for the wait, but please understand I did the best I could to get this back ASAP. I'm really sorry. Now on with the show before I start blubbing again.

Disclaimer: The Mentalist isn't mine. Damn…

Z for zodiac

"Hmm…" Hummed Jane loudly, purposefully attracting Lisbon's attention.

"What?" She asked quizzically.

"Huh? Oh, nothing Lisbon. Just trying to find the Horoscope pages." replied Jane nonchalantly. She scoffed.

"You read horoscopes, Jane? You told me you didn't believe that sort of thing!" Lisbon perched on the edge of her desk, legs swinging over the side. He quickly risked a glance at her, catching the amused tone she spoke with.

"No I don't, I'm just interested in what they have to say. Some of the stuff people come up with these days is – AHA! Found it!" he suddenly exclaimed in success, turning to smile broadly at his boss. She couldn't stop the smile she gave in return, mesmerised by his happiness at such a small thing.

"Like a little kid…" she whispered to herself. She heaved herself off of the desk and began to make her way to her chair. "Well, I'm gonna get on with some—"

"—That is, until today." He cut in. She stopped and looked up at him, confused.

"What?"

"This says that—" He motioned towards the pages, "—what sign are you, Lisbon?" he questioned, as if wanting to confirm something.

Her face twisted into a frown. "Taurus. Why?" she asked suspiciously. His face suddenly erupted into a beaming smile, and the shift in the atmosphere was almost tangible. "What? For God's sake, what is the matter with you today?" She pushed.

"We're a match, Teresa!" She almost fell over.

"The hell?" she stared at him, mouth hanging open.

"We're a match, Lisbon! Me and you, you and I, our zodiac signs are together in the love section!"

She continued to stare, still trying to grasp the sudden turn in conversation. Why the hell is he so happy? I mean, yeah, it's great, but I didn't think he…

Jane suddenly sprung up and leapt towards her, embracing her in a hug. He twirled her round and around, crushing her to his chest. She cried out, her voice muted drastically from the material in her face. "Jane! Stop! I can't… breathe!"

"Oh, woops!" he chuckled, letting go so she could back away and regain her composure. "Sorreeee! I'm just so happy! We go together, like Rama, lama, lama, ke ding a de dinga a dong! Remem—OW!" Lisbon jabbed him sharply in the ribs with her elbow, effectively bursting his extravagant bubble of joy.

"What the hell are you on, Jane? And what's all this for? Suddenly dancing around the room, and singing! That isn't like you at all!" He raised an eyebrow and raised one corner of his mouth. A sudden flash of his erratic little tap dancing jig came into her mind. "OK, maybe it is a little," she admitted, "but seriously! Why the sudden burst of…happiness? Is that the right word?"

"Oh, yes! Yes it is, Lisbon. And I know, this is a little weird, I grant you. But come on! This is what I needed! This is it, Teresa!" he flung his arms out to the side and swept around the room, an air of grandeur about him as he spoke.

"Needed for what? And lemme see that magazine!" she snatched it out of his hand as he passed and scanned the text vigorously.

Cancer

The days ahead of you are looking brighter and brighter by the second, and your luck is looking especially good! Embrace it, and take the reins of your future. That all-important decision has never been more critical, and there has never been a more perfect time to make it. So what are you waiting for?

Money: Your lucky day is just around the corner, and although things may have been bad in the past, have no fear! Those previous predicaments are well and truly behind you, and the stars are definitely on your side!

Family: All is well on the surface, but what is really going on behind the scenes? Perhaps it's about time you approached a loved one about a pressing matter, otherwise it could grow beyond your control if left for later!

Love: The stars are definitely going in your favour this week! Taurus is your ideal match, so don't ignore that special someone that's been on your mind lately. For once, listen to that little voice in your head! Be brave and take that first step; it will undoubtedly take you in the required direction.

"Holy crap, it does say that!" An unexpected rush of joy jolted through her. Jane and her…Her and Jane… Teresa Lisbon and Patrick Jane… Wow.

He bounded up to her, that crazy smile still plastered on his face. "You read it? It's great, isn't it?" Yet again, he caught her up in his arms and twirled around and around. She giggled helplessly, feeling all at once like the teenager she never was.

Screw it! "Yeah, I guess it is." She gave in, and hugged him back, grinning to herself like the Cheshire Cat. "I'm guessing horoscope pages are a good thing now then?"

"Oh, yes. I never doubted them for a second. After all, it is the zodiac signs we're talking about here." She mumbled back incoherently. "I read yours as well." He piped up.

"Oh? What did it say?"

"Something about being helplessly in love with that tall, courageous, handsome colleague of yours."

"You just made that up." She tutted.

"Yeah, I did. But it's still true, right?" He waited with bated breath for the reply.

"Yep."

A/N: In case you're wondering, I just made that horoscope thingy up off the top of my head. Sorry if it makes absolutely no sense at all.

Also, if you Google zodiac signs, I think you'll agree that Taurus and Cancer match Jane and Lisbon reasonably well. They did on the site I found at least. Much love to everyone! And now, with a heavy heart, I bid you all farewell until my next instalment. Meanwhile, check out xxmentalistxxspooksxx third version! I've had the honour of reading some previews, and they're fantastic! Much love! Xxxx