As always, I own nothing. Wish I did, but I don't. Oh, and Tommy is in this one. This is slightly AU, so no specific time, but no Lydia or baby.

Angela Rizzoli putters in Maura's kitchen. She is arranging a veggie platter and then goes over to check the crock pots that have meatballs in one and sausage in the other. A Pepperoni & Mozzarella pull-apart bread is cooking in the oven. The house smells wonderful.

"Maura, dear, it was very sweet of you to have the Super Bowl Party here in your lovely home."

"It's not a problem, Angela. I know that Jane usually has it at her apartment, but I thought everyone would enjoy the bigger television."

"Well, I just hope they don't make a mess of your lovely house."

Maura chuckles. "I'm sure it will be fine."

Jane walks through the door carrying bottles of wine. She places them on the counter and pulls Maura into a hug. "I bought the red that you like."

"Thank you, Jane." Maura smiles up into Jane's face.

"Where's everyone else?"

"Hey, Ma. They're right behind me." Jane goes over and kisses her mother on the cheek.

"Hey, where do you want this?" Frankie is walking in with a cooler filled with ice.

"Right over here Frankie." Jane moves a stool so Frankie could put the cooler on the floor.

Frost and Korsak walk in bringing beer, water and chips.

"Hey, guys! Beer and water in the cooler, chips in this bowl."

The guys each grab a beer and settle on the couch to watch the pre-game show.

"Jane?"

"Ya, Maura?"

"Who are you hoping wins?"

"Well, since the Pats aren't in it, we're all just hoping to see a good game between the two teams. Right, guys?"

"Ya, that about sums it up, Janie."

Angela looks in the living room. "Hey, where's Tommy? Did you forget to invite him?"

Frankie looks over to his mother. "He said he'd be here. Can we bring the chips and dip in here?"

"Only if you promise to eat carefully and not get it all over the place!"

Jane is trying to help in the kitchen, but her focus keep going to the living room. Maura takes pity on her and goes to wrap her arms around Jane's waist. "Jane, do you want to go sit with the guys?"

Jane looks down into the eyes of the woman she loves and loves her even more at that moment. "Are you sure?"

Maura rolls her eyes. "Go, Jane."

Jane bends to capture Maura's lips in a searing kiss. "You're the best, Maura!"

Maura grabs the kitchen counter as Jane dashes off. Whoa! Can't wait for the 'post game activities.'

"Angela, do you watch the game?"

"No, I can usually follow what's going on by the shouts. I'd rather be here in the kitchen. Do you want to go in with Janie?"

"No, not yet, maybe when the actual game comes on."

Maura walks around the corner to check on Bass and Jo. Bass was nibbling on a British Strawberry that Maura had placed in his plate and Jo was on her back, near the heat lamp. She hears a knock on the door and goes to open it.

"Hi, Tommy. Please come in."

"Hey there, Maura." Tommy leans in and gives Maura a quick kiss on the cheek. Maura's eyebrows shoot up. She looks around, but no one else saw it. I didn't have time to read his facial cues. Was that a brotherly kiss? Or was it, no, I don't want to think about it being anything else because Jane would punch him.

Bass had watched the exchange and knew his mom wasn't totally comfortable. He thought for a minute of what he could do. Bass moved his head to nudge Jo to wake her up.

What? Who? Squirrel?

Calm down Jo. There are no squirrels in the house. Are you awake?

Yes, Jo is awake.

Good, I may need you to do something for me soon.

OK! Anything for you Bass!

"Hey, Tommy! Come on in and grab a seat!"

"I'll be in there in a minute. Gonna say hi to Ma."

Frankie and Jane roll their eyes. Tommy was always ensuring his favoritism with their mother.

"Hey, Ma. Do you have any of that soda I like at your place?"

"Yes. Let me go get it for you, Tommy."

Bass saw that his Mom was alone in the kitchen with Tommy. Jo. Did anyone tell Tommy that our moms are together.

I don't know Bass. Not when I was around.

Listen carefully, Jo. I want you to go to Maura and act very excited to see her.

Bass, I am always excited to see her.

I know, Jo. I want you to also ask for a treat.

Jo cocks her head. To show Tommy that I almost live here, right?

Yes, Jo. Go.

Jo runs to the kitchen and prances at Maura's feet.

"Hey girl! Are you awake now? Take a good nap?"

Tommy looks at Jo. "Jane brought her dog to the Super Bowl Party?"

"Not to just the party. She usually brings Jo when she stays for the weekend."

"For the weekend?"

"Jo, do you want a treat?" Maura goes over to Jo's drawer and pulls out a dog biscuit.

Tommy is furrowing his brow. He's trying to figure out why Jane's dog has her own drawer of dog snack in Maura's home. His mother walks back in the house with his soda.

"Thanks, Ma."

Jane walks into the kitchen and notices Maura's glass is empty. "Maura, want me to refill your glass?"

"Please."

Jane brings Maura the refilled glass and Maura stretches up to kiss Jane on the lips.

Tommy's mouth drops open.

"Wait. What?"

Jane raises an eyebrow. "You got a problem, Tommy?"

"You're gay? With Maura?"

"Wait. Are you telling me that you weren't in on the bet? You don't know that Maura and I are together?"

"What bet? What are you talking about? You weren't together on Christmas!"

"You're right. New Year's Eve. Like I asked before, you got a problem with this?"

"It's a lot to take in. Give me a minute."

Everyone in the kitchen notices that it has gotten quiet in the living room. Jane has moved slightly in front of Maura. She knew that at one time, Tommy had feelings for Maura. Tommy also had a temper. Jane had determination combined with strong protective instincts. The guys in the living room decide to stand and be ready to move into the kitchen.

Tommy is nodding. "Ok. Ok. Fine."

Jane breathes a sigh of relief. She feels it's safe to move away from Maura.

Tommy grins and punches Jane in the shoulder. "Ya got good taste and you're lucky!"

"Ow!" Jane punches back. "Damn right for both." Everyone laughs.

"Wings and pizza bread are ready!"

Everyone fills plates and drinks before kickoff. Maura settles in next to Jane as the Sandy Hook Choir begins to sing. She wipes a tear from her eye. She feels Jane put her arm over her shoulder and looks over. Jane is misty-eyed also.

The game progresses. There are shouts and cheers. Yells of, "The Ravens are dominating!"

Half time is about to begin and the guys all go into the kitchen to make meatball or sausage grinders. Jane is about to get up to follow, but Maura puts her hand on Jane's knee. "Could you watch half time with me?"

"Sure. Of course." Jane settles back and watches and Beyonce takes the stage. Jane isn't a big fan of the music, but her jaw dropped watching how the performer could move her hips.

The half time show ends and Jane tries to take Maura's hand. "Uh, I need to talk to you upstairs."

"Jane! We can't do that to our guests."

"But Maura!"

"Jane. It will be over soon enough."

And then the power goes out in the stadium. They hear the announcer say that it will take 15 - 20 minutes to cycle up the power.

"Everyone is eating in the kitchen. We can hurry. Please, Maura!"

Maura bites her bottom lip and looks into Jane's chocolate eyes. She giggles and nods and they quietly run upstairs.

It takes Angela a while to notice that the girls hadn't come in for any grinders. She peeks into the living room, but doesn't see them. She's about to yell up the stairs when she hears a door open. She goes back into the kitchen to pretend she didn't notice their absence. She watches as Jane tries to casually take a grinder roll and hand it to Maura.

Angela smiles and chooses her question carefully. She knows Maura cannot tell a lie, but she does want to have a little fun. "Maura, dear, do you feel well? You look a little flushed."

"Uh, yes. I, uh, I do feel well, very well in fact."

Jane smirks, knowing for a fact that Maura feels very well and relaxed. "The game is back on. Le't go finish it!"

As everyone makes their way back into the living room, Jane leans to Maura, "Post game replay in the bedroom tonight?"

"Yes, indeed Jane. I think it will be my turn to have 'possession of the ball'?"

Jane's mouth goes dry.

I hope you all are having as much fun as I am! Rizzy - I hope this brightens your day ;)

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