There was this scene in the finale that just captivated me. It's about one-third into the ep, Brennan and Booth are in their bedroom and agree not to alter their life because of the situation. This is my take on what happens after Booth tells her he loves her.
You have Caris Bennet to thank for encouraging me to write my tag to this ep.
Disclaimer: Bones belongs to Fox.
Booth reached for her right hand, fingers twined as he tugged. She followed the movement, rising from the chair to stand between his knees.
Her left arm wrapped around his shoulders, leaning closer to him. He wound his free arm around her waist. Lips descending over his, Brennan kissed him like she meant it.
Their tongues mingled as bodies pressed closer. The kiss was intense, full of love unwilling to back down.
"I love you." Brennan echoed his earlier sentiment, fingers playing with the short hair along his nape. He nodded at the words, his face nuzzling her abdomen.
They didn't want to alter their life. It was about staying true to themselves. They were going to be them and that meant becoming one.
Quick fingers divested the other amidst wet kisses and heated caresses.
Making love felt different. Though the mechanics of it were familiar, an odd emotion mixed with the love and desire they felt for one another.
He made love to her as if there'd be no tomorrow.
She moved against him as if it'd be the last time.
Sweet relief cursed through their beings, mouths pressed together even as the need to breathe became a must.
Sweaty and panting, they rolled to their sides. Silence reigned in the bedroom as their breathing evened. Suddenly that oppressing feeling brought on by the whole situation wasn't as pressing, not penetrating their sanctuary.
"Bones." Booth murmured his name for her, cradling her against his chest. Brennan threw a leg over his thigh, keeping him close.
Neither one of them got much sleep.
When morning came they readied to face the day. A quick shared shower later Booth escorted Brennan out the front door knowing little Christine would be safe under Max's care.
"Hey, Bones..." Several blocks later he suggested they stop for some breakfast.
"Sure." Brennan agreed, placing a hand over his shoulder.
After grabbing a bite to eat he drove her to the lab. The SUV rolled to a stop in front of the Jeffersonian steps.
"Call me." Booth told her before she angled out of the vehicle.
"Okay." Brennan didn't hesitate, leaning his way to kiss him. She gave him a soft smile before setting a foot out of the SUV.
Booth waited about a heartbeat before wrenching his door open. He trotted up a few steps to catch up to her. Without a word, his right hand landed on the small of her back as they made their way to the entrance.
