A/N: Thank you so much for the reviews and follows. I've reached 300 follows and over 400 reviews and I am so blown away. Hope I don't disappoint anyone and I really hope you are all still enjoying the story. I'm having a blast writing it.

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Chapter 36

Having twins had its challenges. The biggest challenge early on was sleep. The blonde had become accustomed to function on little to no sleep. A once self proclaimed heavy sleeper, the ME had become a relatively light sleeper all thanks to many sleepless nights with crying hungry babies.

This is why she found it particularly obtuse as to why she hadn't heard her lover leave their bed. Perhaps, sleeping with Jane has changed her. She felt more comfort being in the brunettes arms at night. Instead, she was faced with a fully dressed brunette, sitting on the edge of her bed kissing her bare shoulder.

"Jane, what time is it?" She said sleepily.

"Shh, its still early babe. I got called in." She tucked a golden lock of hair behind the blondes ear and smiled down at her. "I set your alarm for seven so you can go back to sleep ok." She leaned down and kissed her lovers forehead, then her eyes, the tip of her nose and finally her lips.

The blonde kept her eyes closed reveling in the feeling of Jane's soft comforting lips on her. Jane's lips must have lingered a little too long because the brunette could hear a soft, faint snore coming from her girlfriend. She smiled down at her and admired how absolutely stunning she was. Like a beautiful angel, her angel. She adjusted the covers and kissed her forehead one last time before she left.

The Detective sat in her cruiser and looked at the illuminated time as if it was mocking her. "4:32am, this should be a fun day!" She said sarcastically as she drove away to meet Frost at the crime scene.

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Logan International Airport wasn't the busiest airport in the US, but it was definitely in the top 20. The airport seemed particularly busy for a Tuesday. Ian Faulkners flight from Venice had just landed and he was traveling with a small group of people. Over the past few years, he had called Venice his home. Rich with culture and history and Art, it was the perfect place for him. He had been back into the United States on multiple occasions for business but this would be the first time in 6 years that he had stepped foot in Boston. There were many memories here, some he cherished and others he'd like to forget. Over the past 9 years he had thought about Maura and the twins on occasion. He thought about what a huge disappointment that part of his life was. He loved Maura, as the 20 year old woman he once knew, but not as the 27 year old mother she wanted to become. She had changed so much and he didn't want the same things out of life that his wife wanted. He still wanted the free spirited life that he was so accustomed to. So, he did what he thought was best for him because after all, no one else was important. As long as he was happy, he could give a shit about anyone else. Giving in to Maura's dream of having a family was a way for him to keep her busy. She was so consumed for years about it that it afforded him plenty of time to keep his extra curricular activities going and the naïve Doctor wouldn't be the wiser.

Surrounded by his small entourage, he made his way through the Airport. Not a care nor worry in the world. Dressed in designer clothing, a $5000 watch adorning his wrist, he approached the customs counter where a mildly attractive blonde sat. He thought he had picked the perfect window as women always seem to give in to his charm.

"Good afternoon beautiful" he said as he smiled at the woman. It wasn't a friendly polite smile but more like a pompous ass smile.

The woman, who wasn't buying into it and seem unimpressed looked up with little emotion and extended her hand. "Passport." She demanded rather dryly.

The man handed the officer his passport and looked around as his friends had approached other windows.

The officer looked down at the Passport and back up to the still smiling man.

"Just a moment." She stepped down from her chair and walked over to the next window and whispered something in the male officers ear.

Ian stood up taller not really knowing what was going on. The woman returned with the male officer. "Hello Mr Fucker, how you doing?" He asked.

"Um, fine thank you. And its Faulkner." He pointed to the name on the Passport that the officer was now holding. "There's an L and an N...FauLkNer" he pronounced.

The officer looked at him sternly. "Where are you coming from Mr Fucker?"

"I..ah..I'm coming in from Venice..Italy."

"What is the purpose of your visit?"

"I'm here on Business. Is there some kind of problem officer?"

Ian looked over at his friends who were now gathered at the exit waiting for him.

He looked back at the officer who was looking at him sternly. " I suggest you stick to answering the questions …Mr Fucker."

Ian began to get a bit uneasy. "Uh..it's FauLkNer.." He received another warning look from the officer.

"When was your last visit to Boston?"

"Over six years ago."

"What is the nature of your business?"

"I'm an Art dealer and appraiser. I have an Art Gallery in Venice."

The officer was writing these things down as Ian was talking.

"How long do you plan on staying in Boston?"

"1 week. I'm sorry officer but why are you asking me all these questions."

"Your passport has been flagged Mr Fucker, I'm afraid we are going to have to perform a search."

Ian huffed in frustration. " This is preposterous, I've done nothing wrong. I demand to see your Supervisor"

"I AM the Supervisor." He said coyly.

"Well, this is bloody well ridiculous. Do you know who I am?"

The officer stepped right into Ian's face. "Yes, I know exactly who you are. You're Mr Ian Fucker.

"For the love of GOD its FAULKNER!, there is and L and an N. You imbecile." He paused and ran an exasperated hand through his hair. " I will not stand for this."

"Sir, are you refusing a search by an American Customs officer?" The man warned angrily. "Because I assure you that would be a very bad decision on your part."

The officer looked blankly at the irritated man. "Follow me please."

Ian looked to his friends again who were still waiting.

"I think its best if they go ahead. You may be awhile." The officer said as he walked Ian over to a guarded room. The tall man handed his fellow officer Ian's documents.

"Officer Lopez will perform a full search."

Ian looked at the woman. She was a gorgeous brunette. Petite with chocolate brown eyes. Getting felt up by a beautiful woman, this may not be as bad as he thought.

He had a smirk on his face which Vinny noticed. 'Time to wipe that smug look off your face Douchebag.' He thought.

"Yo Lopez!" He yelled.

A very tall, beast of a man walked up behind the petite woman. Ian's eyes just bulged out of his head at the size of the Officer in front of him.

"Yes sir?"

"Please take Mr Fucker here and perform a full search." He looked at the now scared man."I will leave it up to you to decide if a cavity search is required."

Vinny was smiling inside at the look on Ian's face. He had gone pale and began to perspire. Ian looked down at the beasts hands and swallowed hard.

Officer Lopez put on a pair of rubber gloves making a loud snapping sound. "Let's go Mr Fucker." Lopez said as he motioned for the petrified man to walk into the small room.

After the door was closed Vinny keeled over in laughter as did his fellow female officer.

If they didn't know better, they could swear that Ian almost shit himself.

A long while later Ian walked out of the room clutching his jacket to his chest. He was accompanied by Officer Lopez who was right behind him. Ian had a void look on his face.

Lopez handed Vinny the passport. "Here you go boss. He's clean." Lopez turned to Ian. " It was a pleasure Sir." And gave him a little wink.

Vinny almost couldn't contain his laughter. "He looked at the small man before him. "Will you look at that, seems there has been a misunderstanding. We were looking for Mr Ian Fucker." He pointed to the passport in his hand. "You're clearly Ian Faulkner. See, there's and L and an N. Oh well, Safety first." He stamped the document loudly. "So sorry Mr Faulkner. You're free to go now. Have a wonderful day." Vinny smiled as he motioned for the man to leave.

Ian stood there for a moment stunned. He didn't have anything to say. He grabbed his baggage and slowly walked towards the exit trying to make sense of what just happened.

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Jane strode into the Division One Cafe later that day. She approached the counter where she found her mother leaning up against it while looking down ar her cell phone.

"Hey Ma."

"Hi Honey. I haven't seen you all day."

"I'm on a case, just got back. I think I forgot to eat today."

"Janie, you are going to make yourself sick if you keep doing that to your body. It needs to be nourished."

"Ok, ok! I had coffee." The brunette reasoned.

"That doesn't count." The older woman shook her head. "What am I going to do with you. Don't make me tell Maura." She sighed. "I'll go make you something."

"Thanks Ma!" Jane said as her mother busied herself.

She shot off a quick text to her girlfriend whom she hadn't seen or spoken to since very early that morning.

"Hey babe, have you eaten?"

She looked back up to her mother. "No onions Ma." She said when she noticed Angela was chopping some up. She glanced down at her mothers phone that she had left on the counter.

"Since when, you love onions in your tuna salad."

"Since my girlfriend is downstairs." She looked at her mother smiling. "You shopping for a new dress or something?"

Angela smiled. "Uh, yeah."

The Detectives phone chimed.

"Hi Jane, I was just about to sit down and have something. I brought a salad from home. Care to join me?"

The brunette smiled at the invitation.

"Love to. Be right down."

Angela placed the containers on the counter. "Tuna salad on Rye, Clam Chowder and a special desert for Maura." She picked up her phone. "What do you think of this white and gold one?"

Jane looked at the screen for a moment. There was a brief pause. "Are you gonna show me or what, Maura's waiting."

Angela smirked. "That's it. What do you think?"

"Ma, you must be color blind or something cause that's Blue and black."

"No it isn't, it's white and gold."

Jane looked up at her mother. She was genuinely concerned for the woman and couldn't understand how her colors could be so off. "Ma, are you feeling ok?"

Angela looked at Jane. "You're not into social media are you."

"Not so much. Dead bodies kinda get in the way."

Angela went on to explain the controversy surrounding the infamous Dress.

"Send it to my phone. I'll show Maura. She'll have some geeked out medical explanation for it I'm sure." She leaned over the counter and kissed her mothers cheek. "Thanks for lunch Ma. Gotta run."

The brunette made her way down to the ME's office. She found the blonde sitting on the couch with her salad on the table along with two bottles of Pelligrino.

"Hey Maur" she said as she walked in and closed the door.

"Hi, come and sit. I'm famished."

"Me too. Ma sent you a special treat."

The blondes eyes lite up. "Really, what is it? Jane handed her girlfriend the small paper bag. "Oh yay, Chocolate Chip Quinoa cookies." She smiled.

"You lost me at Quinoa." Jane said as she took a bite of her sandwich.

"You should try them, they're delicious. I gave Angela the recipe last Sunday. I'm glad she tried it out. Its the only way I can get Abigale to eat Quinao." Maura took a bite full of her salad. It was rather bland and boring. Jane noticed the look on her face.

"What's the matter babe? Don't like your salad." She asked.

"Its just okay. Not very exciting."

Jane looked at her as she was biting into her sandwich. "Wun a bi?" She asked with her mouth full.

"No thank you." She looked at what else Jane had. "Is that clam chowder?" She asked

Jane looked down at the soup that she just lost to her girlfriend. "Mmmhmmm"

"Oh. I like clam chowder." She moved the leafy greens around in the container.

Jane rolled her eyes. "Here." She pushed it towards her girlfriend, she was just too adorable.

The blonde smiled brightly. "You can have my salad." She said as she took a spoonful into her mouth and moaned.

"No way. I refused to eat something that came out of the dead person fridge."

They ate in comfortable silence for a minute before Jane spoke. "So, you excited about you parents visiting?"

The blonde dabbed her lips with a napkin. "Yes, I'm so excited. I haven't seen them since before the move. The kids are going to be so excited. They have no idea about the visit."

"I'm glad you are going to be free to spend some time with them."

Maura took a moment to admire her girlfriend. "You know Jane, they are really happy that I have you back in my life."

Jane smiled showing off her dimples as her eyes sparkled. "Really."

Maura nodded. "Mmhmm" she leaned into the brunette. "And so am I." She added before she pressed her lips to Jane's.

The brunette smiled into the kiss. "I'm still not touching the salad." She joked. Maura laughed and kissed her again.

They sat for a little while longer and Jane filled the ME in on the case she was working on. It was a case of infidelity, jealousy, lies, betrayal and ultimately, Murder.

"I don't get it Maur, if you claim to love someone so much, how could you treat them like that. It just boggles my mind."

The blonde stayed quiet for a moment. "I've been through it Jane. I've been cheated on, betrayed, lied to. I know the rage you feel when you discover all of those things, but I could never kill someone."

Jane reached for the blondes hand and stroked the back of it. "I'm sorry baby. I didn't mean to bring up all these old feelings."

"Its ok, I'm over it. I have been for a long time. Besides, I have you now and I know you would never cheat on me or betray me or lie to me." She kissed Jane's hand and smiled at her.

Jane's mind was all over the place. She should come clean now, it was the perfect time. She hated keeping this from Maura but she just wanted to protect her. If she told her that Ian was back in Boston now, who knows how she would react. For all she knew he could be just passing through and Maura would never need to know.

"Jane, are you ok?" Maura asked concerned. She could tell something was going on in that brain of hers.

"Maura, I need to tell you something."

"Ok, what is it."

Jane looked at the Love of her life in the eyes. She was so beautiful, her angel. Her Angel that she needed to protect. That's why she needed to do this her way.

"I uh." She pulled her phone out of it's holster. "I think there is something wrong with Ma, she says this dress is white and gold when it's clearly black and blue."

Maura looked at the picture on the screen. "Well then there must be something wrong with me too because I see white and gold as well."

"Really!"

"Some of the lab techs were talking about it earlier." The blonde began to get excited at the opportunity to explain something scientific to Jane. " There is a scientific explanation for this Jane. You see, the ocular nerve..."

She was quickly cut off by Jane's lips on hers as she kissed her with purpose. The blonde wrapped her arms around Jane's neck and pulled her down. "You are so adorable when you go all geek on me." She said as she pecked her lips again.

Maura blushed slightly. "Sorry, I just get really excited about science." She smiled showing off her dimple which the brunette was quick to kiss.

"Don't apologize for that babe. I love your giant brain. Matches your giant heart. She leaned in one last time and softly kissed her lovers lips again. "I hate to cut this short, but I gotta get back to work."

They both stood and cleaned up their mess from lunch. They wrapped their arms around each other once everything was clean.

"I'll call you later ok." Jane said and she held her lover close.

"Ok. I love you."

"I love you too." The Detective leaned in and kissed the ME's lips one last time before she grabbed the door handle.

She was just about to walk out when she heard her girlfriends voice again. 'Jane, when you're ready to talk about what's really on your mind, and what you've been trying to tell me the for past couple of days, I'll be waiting." She smiled.

Jane looked at her lover. How could she possibly think Maura wouldn't know something was going on. She couldn't talk about it yet, she didn't have all the facts. "Thank you Maura. Thank you for understanding and for being so patient with me." She smiled warmly and left the room.

The next call she needed to place was to her cousin and find out what happened with Ian.

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The tall brunette was standing outside the building pacing back and forth. She had tried to call Vinny twice but he was not answering. Finally, she was able to reach him.

"Vinny, hey! Its me Jane. How's it going?"

"Hey Janie. I was just about to call you. Sorry I couldn't take your call before, I was on duty."

"Don't worry about it. So, did you see him?"

"Yeah I saw him alright. You weren't kidding, the guys a real Douchebag."

Jane chuckled. "I know right!"

"He came in thinkin he was the shit. Had his little entourage with him. Thought he could charm his way through customs."

"Yeah that sounds like the Fucker."

Vinny began to laugh. " Janie you shoulda seen him, every time I'd call him Mr Fucker he'd lose his shit."

Jane was laughing at this point.

"Then when I told him we needed to perform a search on him and Big Lopez came out, this guys a beast, I swear he looked like he was going to cry."

"Oh Vinny, I owe you one Cuz. You don't understand what this asshole put me through, not to mention Maura."

"Yeah well he'll be walking funny for a few days."

"So what did you find out."

"Says he's here on business and will be sticking around for a week. He also said he hasn't been to Boston in the last 6 years. When he was off getting felt up by Lopez I checked, he was tellin the truth Janie he hasn't come through here."

"Did he say what kind of business he was here for?"

"Nah, just that he's some big Art dealer or something."

"Alright. Well, I don't know how to thank you Vinny. You really made my day."

"I do, Red Sox and beer!" He laughed.

"You got it Cuz. Thanks again "

She ended the call and leaned up against the brick wall. 'Business...what like Art stuff. I wonder if there's some big Art opening or something.' She said to herself. "Frost!" She quickly made her way back inside to get her savvy Partner to help her out.

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Jane was seated at her desk leaning back as Frost typed away. "There's nothing Jane. No big Gallery openings of any kind. If he's a dealer, then he is probably here to appraise something or buy a piece for his Gallery. There is no way of really knowing unless you have him followed."

The brunettes eyebrow shot up as she was seriously contemplating this. "You can't do that Janie." Korsak said from across the room. "Look, you just need to get over it. And tell your girlfriend before she finds out."

Jane huffed and dropped her face in her hands. "I know..I know! You're right Vince."

The Sergeant answered his phone that began to ring. "You're gonna have to tell her later. We have a break. Two uniforms spotted our suspect down by the Pier. We gotta run."

The three immediately went into cop mode and all was forgotten as they rushed out. She would speak to Maura later.

After an eight hour standoff, a call in to the swat team and a hostage negotiator, they were finally able to apprehend their suspect. Thankfully, the disturbed man did not hurt his hostage and was taken in unharmed. Now all that was left, was to question him.

They arrived back at the precinct and Jane found Maura in the bullpen.

"Hey, you're still here." She said as she removed her vest.

"I was just about to leave. I've been trying to reach you all day." The blonde said, thankful that Jane had worn her vest.

Jane brought her phone out of her holster. "It died a while ago. Its been a long night." Jane wanted to wrap Maura in her arms but there were currently people around which didn't allow her to. "We got our suspect. He's waiting to be questioned. We think he may have had an accomplice."

Maura smiled at her girlfriend. "You must be exhausted."

"Not yet. The adrenaline it still pumping through my veins. I'm sure I'll crash at some point." She looked down at her watch. "I've been going for 18 hours straight and its not over yet." She added.

"Are you going to come over when you're done?" The blonde asked.

"I don't think so Maur. I don't know how long I'll be and I don't want to wake you or the kids in the middle of the night."

"Okay." Maura said disappointed. Its took all of Jane's will power not to reach for her in the crowded room. "Promise me you'll get some sleep when you're done here."

The Detective smiled at her concerned girlfriend. "I promise."

"Goodnight Jane."

"Night Maur. "

'I love you' the blonde mouthed to the smiling brunette.

'Love you more' she mouthed back.

With that, the ME was gone and Jane was left watching her retreating form until she was gone from her sight.

"That was so sweet I think I got a cavity." Frost joked as he came closer.

"Shut up Frost." Jane playfully punched him in the shoulder as they both walked toward the interrogation room. Both anticipating it would be a very long night.

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The room was dim and quiet but there was a faint sound in the distance. The brunette sat up in bed watching the millions of dust particles floating through the air in the streak of light coming through the one inch space that the curtains spared. There was that noise again. A hum, a vibration. Wait, a vibration, like a phone vibrating. The disoriented brunette looked over at her night stand and at her phone that was now illuminated. After many hours of questioning their suspect, she had finally made it home at sunrise.

Focusing on the screen she realized that it was her girlfriend.

"Hello." She said, her voice deep, raspy and raw.

"Hi sleepy head. Nice to know you're still alive."

"Barely. What time is it?" She asked

"It's 3:07pm."

"What! Shit, I've been sleeping all day. Dammit." She dramatically lay back down on her back and ran her fingers through her unruly hair.

"Jane, relax. You obviously needed it."

"Yeah I guess. But now I hate that I've slept the day away."

"Well I for one am happy you did. I told myself that if I didn't hear from you by three that I would call you."

"Well then you're 7 minutes late."

"Very funny, I see your sense of humor hasn't suffered." The blonde opened her car door. "I'm on my way to the Airport to pick up my parents. Are you sure you are still ok to come by later?"

"Yeah, of course babe. I want to share in yours and the kids excitement."

Maura smiled at her girlfriends thoughtfulness. "That's so sweet of you Jane. I know they will be very happy to see you as well."

"What time should I come over babe?"

"Whenever you'd like. Jeffery is preparing a nice dinner for us to enjoy."

"Alright, I'll wash up and be over in a couple of hours. Be careful babe. I love you."

"I will. Love you too Jane. I'll see you soon."

The blonde was just about to disconnect when she heard her girlfriend call out to her. "Oh Maur wait!"

"I'm here, what is it Jane?"

"I just wanted to say that I'm ready to talk to you. You know, about what's been on my mind."

Maura smiled to herself. "I'm always ready to listen baby. We can talk tonight ok."

"Ok. See you soon Maur."

They disconnected and Jane threw the phone down on the bed beside her. She turned onto her side and curled up again getting nice and comfy. "Another half hour won't hurt." She closed her eyes and dozed off again.

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Maura parked her SUV by the curb in the Arrivals area of Logan International Airport. After circling a few times she finally found a spot where she could wait more that a few minutes without the risk of being ticketed.

Leaning on the passenger door, she watched as people walked by. Families, singles, a diverse group of individuals. She smiled at what looked like a same sex couple that was struggling. One woman holding a small baby while pushing a stroller while her partner rolled their luggage and kept a watchful eye on their daughter. The toddler looked to be no more that 3 and was walking slowly while rolling a small luggage adorned by Queen Elsa's face. Overwhelmed by her surrounding, the toddler was walking at an excruciatingly slow pace yet her parents were patient and smiling. There was no anger or frustration on their part just a pure delight at seeing the toddlers reaction to the crowded Airport. Upon rolling over a bump on the sidewalk, the girl stumbled. She managed to stay on her feet but the stuffed toy she was holding didn't make it.

Maura quickly went to the girl who was right in front of her and knelt down.

"Let me get that for you sweetheart." She picked up the plush toy. "I think Olaf will be just fine." She smiled at the innocent girl as she handed the stuffed snowman to her.

The toddler smiled and shyly turned into her mothers legs and hid her face.

"Say thank you to the nice lady Miranda." The mother said in her English accent.

Maura stood to her full height and smiled at the couple. "She is adorable. How old is she?"

"Miranda is 2 and a half and little Charlie here is 6 months." The proud parents smiled.

"Enjoy this time, before you know it they are 11." Maura smiled.

"Not to worry, she is 11 in attitude. Isn't that right babe." She nodded to her partner.

"More like 16." They laughed.

"You have a beautiful family." Maura said as she looked at the four of them.

"Thank you." The woman said

"Thank you for saving Olaf" the little voice said as they were about to leave. "Bye nice lady" Miranda waved as they walked off.

"You're welcome Miranda."

Maura smiled at the retreating family. She thought of herself and Jane. She thought about how amazing Jane was with the twins and wondered how she would have been with them when they were toddlers. It was a handfull having two but she somehow imagined Jane would be rolling around on the floor playing with them. Building forts, or snowmen in the Winter. Reading to them at bedtime or carrying their limp forms up to bed after they've fallen asleep on the couch. All these visions warmed her heart and she felt a flutter inside. For a brief moment she thought maybe, just maybe it wasn't too late for them to have a baby together. She shook the thought away quickly, she was getting way ahead of herself here.

Returning her focus in the opposite direction an even bigger smile adorned her face at the sight of Constance and Richard approaching.

"Daddy!" She rushed to him as he wrapped his arms around his little girl.

"Hi Pumpkin. Its so wonderful to see you."

She melted into her father embrace.

Hello darling." Her mother said

"Hello Mother. I'm so happy you're here." She said just as happily as she hugged her mother tight.

Constance took a moment to study her daughter. She placed a hand on her cheek. "You are glowing my darling girl."

Maura smiled bright, her dimples prominent. "I'm happy Mother. Very Happy." She said.

Richard and Constance exchanged a look while Maura opened the trunk for the young man standing nearby eager to unload their bags. Richard looked at his wife sternly while Constance had a troubled almost guilty look on her face.

"Not now" the older woman mouthed to her husband.

Richard shook his head then smiled at his daughter who had returned her attention to the two of them.

"How was the flight?"

"It was wonderful dear. Your father slept almost the entire way." Constance said as she smiled at her husband.

"I needed to rest and gain my strength for my grandchildren." He said proudly.

They settled in to the SUV as Maura drove off. "They are going to be so surprised to see you two."

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The ME walked into her modest sized home about an hour later. The children were sitting at the kitchen table doing their homework and were quite surprised to see their mother so early.

"Hello my babies. How was your day?"

"Mommy!' Ben stood and went to hug his mother immediately. "My day was great!" The boy said happily. Jo was eagerly trying to get Maura's attention as she circled the pair.

"Hi Mommy." Abigale walked over as well and greeted her mother.

"I have a surprise for you two."

"What is it?" Abigale asked excitedly.

"Both of you close your eyes."

They both did as their mother asked. The blonde motioned for her parents to enter the room.

"Ok open them up."

"GRANPA! NANA!" The two screached as they ran over to their grandparents awaiting arms. Ben immediately to his grandmother where as Abigale was more partial to her Granpa.

"Hello my darlings." Constance spoke as she received some love from her only grandson.

"How's Grandpa's sweet girl" Richard added as he received some love of his own.

Maura just stood by and watched the exchange between the foursome. She wiped away a runaway tear that the happy reunion had caused. She was so grateful for this moment. The only thing that could have made it better was if Jane was by her side. She would be there soon enough.

Both Maura and the children showed the older couple around their new home after they were introduced to Jeffery who was busy preparing their dinner. Ben couldn't wait another minute to show his Grandmother his little Art's and Crafts room that he called his own. Abigale on the other hand couldn't wait to show her Gramps the back yard.

"And out here is where we play with Jo Friday and where Jane plays catch with us. Wait till you meet Jane Gramps. She's awesome."

The man smiled at his granddaughter. He wondered how he was going to explain to the kids that he and their Grandmother already knew Jane. " Well I can't wait to meet her Abigale. If you think she is awesome, then she must very well be."

Once they were back inside Maura instructed the two youngsters to finish their homework while she helped their Grandparents settle into their room.

"Let me show you two to your room." The ME guided her parents up he stairs to the second level and walked down to the opposite end of the hall of where her own room was. The large room was more than adequate with a king bed and a sitting area. There was also a large en suite off to the side for complete privacy.

As she walked into the room she noticed that her parents were staring each other down. In fact, she had noticed that same look between them a few times since their arrival.

"Ok, you two want to tell me what in the world is going on. You have both been acting rather strange since your arrival."

The couple looked at each other. "Pumpkin, your Mother has something to tell you."

The blonde looked her Mother in the eye thinking the worst. "Is it your health? Are you ok Mother?" She asked worried.

"Oh heavens no Darling. My health is just fine. This is potentially much worse than that."

"Mother, you can tell me anything." The ME said sensing her mothers apprehension.

"Well darling, as you know the Isles Foundation hired a new PR firm last summer. In preparation for this Charity Gala part of their duties was to send out a mass of invitations to the who's who in the Art world."

"Yes, I was aware of the hiring."

"Well, amongst those mass invitations was one to your Ex Husband."

Maura's eye almost popped out of her head. "WHAT! Ian is coming to the Gala?" She asked surprised.

"I'm sorry Darling. I only found out a few days ago when I was finalizing the guest list. The PR company had no idea of our past with him. He is a Giant in the European Art world so I can see how they would have made sure he was on the guest list. Its all my fault Darling. I should have told them."

Maura was pacing around the room. She hadn't seen him in years.

"Pumpkin, I can take care of it and make sure he doesn't come anywhere near the Gala. Your Mother wanted to speak to you first before any decisions were made."

Maura ran a hand through her hair as she logically thought about it. "I don't know Daddy. I mean this Charity Gala and helping with the funding for the Arts programs in schools across the country is such an important cause. I don't want the cause to suffer because of the past, because of My past." She paced some more and stopped in front of her parents. "I don't know what to do." She said looking to her parents.

"Like I said pumpkin, you say the word and he will never make it past security."

The blonde thought for a moment. "No, no. I can't be selfish and put my being uncomfortable before this cause. I can't do that to all those children. I can handle it. There is just one problem. "

The couple looked at their daughter.

"Jane!."