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A month had passed before Jane was released from Massachusetts's General Hospital. Apart from Maura and her family, Jane had many other visitors. Her partner, Det. Barry Frost, and her ex-partner, Det. Vince Korsak, visited often. Lieutenant Cavanaugh came a couple times to check on her. Several members of the Boston Police Department stopped by, some of whom she had never met before. If Jane Rizzoli wasn't famous throughout the BPD before, she sure as hell was now. There were flowers, cards, and balloons all over her room. Although she didn't like all the attention, knowing so many people cared about her well-being made her happy. None of that compared to the feeling she got when Maura walked through the door though. Her heart would beat a little faster, she'd have a smile etched on her face she couldn't remove, and she felt butterflies every time the blonde smiled at her.

"Hi," Jane greeted Maura as she entered the room. She noticed Maura glance around the room. "No one else is here," she smiled at her.

"Good," Maura said as she quickly made her way to Jane's bedside and caught her lips in a passionate kiss. "I missed you."

"Hmmm…" was all Jane could manage. Maura kissing her like that always made her head spin, even though they had kissed several times in the last month.

"What was that Jane?" Maura asked playfully.

"Hm? Oh… I missed you too," Jane replied as she saw a grin play across Maura's face. "Your kisses make me slightly dizzy."

"That would be the release of endorphins and oxytocin into your central nervous system," Maura stated matter-of-factly. "They affect how we feel pleasure and play a role in how we experience love."

"Well, whatever it is, I like it. Even if it affects my ability to speak coherently," Jane said flashing Maura that trademark Jane Rizzoli smile.

"That smile makes me slightly dizzy," Maura replied, kissing her again. She could feel Jane smiling into the kiss. After a moment Maura pulled away, causing Jane to let out a slight whimper. That made Maura chuckle. The M.E. grabbed a chair and slid it closer to the bed. She intertwined her fingers with Jane's. The brunette started tracing invisible patterns on Maura's palm.

After a minute, Maura said, "I spoke with your mother."

Jane froze, "What?"

"Not regarding our relationship," Maura quickly replied.

"What about then?" Jane asked, calming slightly.

"Well, as you know, you are being released tomorrow."

"Yeah…"

Maura continued, "We discussed who would be best suited to care for you when you return home."

"Uh huh… and what was decided?" Jane asked. Please god let it be you, she added in her head.

"Me," Maura replied happily.

"Really?" Jane asked, not quite believing her.

"Yes, is that alright?" Maura replied. She began to panic after misreading Jane expression. "I just thought that… since we're…I…" Maura was rambling, which Jane found adorable.

"Yes, Maura, It's okay," she said reassuring the blonde with a kiss on her hand. "Actually, it's better than okay. It's fantastic."

"Good," Maura replied. The panic left as quickly as it had risen. "Your facial expression had me worried."

"Of course I want you there Maura," Jane smile at her. "I just can't believe that my mother agreed to it."

"Well, after I explained things, she saw things my way," Maura replied.

"What do you mean 'explained things'?"

"Well, I reminded her that she is already taking care of Frankie, and I really don't mind. I'm your friend, so you wouldn't mind my being there."

"That's all it took?" Jane asked incredulously.

"No," Maura said after a beat. "I also reminded her how stubborn you are, and although neither of us could stop you from getting up if you wanted, I am a doctor and am able to re-stitch your wound if necessary. I am also better able to monitor your medication."

Jane just smiled at Maura. She pulled her down for another kiss. "You are amazing."

"I am glad you're pleased. I was a little worried I was over stepping," Maura admitted.

"Although I don't think I need to be taken care of, I would much rather have you there," Jane smiled. "I love my mother, but I don't think I could handle her constant nagging about how I should quit my job. Even if you hadn't told me how you feel and I had to keep pretending that I'm not completely in love with you, I would prefer you be there. You're a nice distraction."

Maura placed another kiss on Jane's lips before whispering, "I'm completely in love with you too, detective." She kissed her again, more passionately this time. The kiss broke when they both were in need of oxygen. "I should go," Maura said after catching her breath.

"Why? You just got here," Jane said disappointedly.

"Your mother is on her way here and if I stay much longer I won't be able to stop kissing you," Maura answered with a smile. "Remember, tomorrow I'll be bringing you home and it will be just the two of us alone in your apartment," Maura added teasingly.

"How can I forget?" Jane replied not trying to mask her excitement. "I'll be counting down the hours."

There it was again. The Jane Rizzoli smile. "Mmm," Maura sighed. She kissed Jane one last time before leaving.

Who thought a gunshot wound would turn out to be so amazing? Jane mused to herself.

The next morning Maura arrived at the hospital as Jane was finishing up her discharge paperwork. Once Maura was within reach, Jane pulled her into a kiss. Maura let out a small smile. "Hey," she smiled at the blonde.

"Hey," Maura smiled in response. "Have you been discharged yet?"

"Just waitin' on the doc to sign my discharge papers," Jane replied.

"Did anyone say how much longer it might be?" Maura asked.

"An hour or so," the brunette replied. "Do you have someplace else you need to be? I can call my mom, have her drive me home."

"No," Maura replied quickly. "I just can't wait to get you home."

"Really? What are you planning once you get me home, Doctor?" Jane asked playfully.

"Nothing. Apart from more of this of course," Maura replied before capturing Jane in another, longer and more passionate kiss.

"Hmmm…." Jane let out a small moan. "You're a doctor. Can't you sign my discharge papers?" she asked impatiently.

Maura smiled at Jane, "no, your treating physician needs to discharge you."

"Damn. Can't we page him or something?"

"Language, sweetie," Maura couldn't contain her smile at how impatient Jane had suddenly become. "While we're waiting, why don't you change into this?" she continued while she handed Jane some clothes.

"What's this?"

"Just some clothes for you to wear home."

"You didn't have to do that. My mom brought me some stuff."

"I know, but she brought you a t-shirt," the blonde replied. "I thought it might be too painful to lift your arms over your head to pull a t-shirt on." Maura looked down at Jane to see a huge grin on her face. She continued, "I brought your Red Sox jersey so you won't have to inflict pain on yourself."

"And what's wrong with the pants my mom brought?" Jane smirked at the blonde, raising her eyebrows at her.

"Nothing," Maura smile back. "I just love the way you look in these pants."

"Is that so, Doctor?" Jane teased pulling Maura closer as she said it.

"Yes, it is, Detective," Maura replied closing the gap between them. She planted a gentle kiss on the detective's lips. "You look amazing in them. Now, let me help you change."

"What?"

"Let me help you change," Maura repeated.

"That okay. I got it," replied the brunette.

"Jane, sweetie, I've been in the room while you've changed before," Maura replied with a chuckle.

"It's different now though," Jane said defensively.

"How so?"

"Well…we weren't dating before," Jane answered, a little unsure of herself.

"Jane, you have the same body you had before we were dating," Maura replied. "And I'm fairly certain I already told you how much I love your body."

Jane could feel herself blush, "Maura…"

"Jane, sweetie, don't be embarrassed. Please," Maura said taking Jane's hand. "I love you and I want to help you. You are not going to feel any unnecessary pain if I can help it." Maura then gave Jane the smile she knew the brunette couldn't refuse, using the full force of her dimples.

Jane just shook her head. "Fine," she acquiesced. "That's not fair you know."

"What isn't fair?" Maura smiled at Jane innocently.

"I can't say no to that smile and you know it."

"I was not aware of that," the M.E. smirked.

"Ya know, you're a terrible liar," Jane chuckled. "So…you'd check me out while I'd be changing before?"

"No," Maura said as she pulled the curtain closed around the bed and helped Jane sit up. "I did have to make a conscious effort not to look at you though." Maura then snatched the pants from the bed and leaned down to help Jane into them. Once she had them around Jane's ankles, she took Jane's hands to assist her in standing. Jane placed her hands on Maura's shoulders to steady herself as the shorter woman slid the pants up her legs and over her narrow hips. As Maura stood up, Jane wrapped her arms around her and placed a gentle kiss on the blonde's lips. Maura then moved around to stand behind Jane so she could undo the snaps down the back of her hospital issued gown. She ran her fingertips down the brunette's spine causing a shiver to run through the taller woman's body and a moan to escape her lips. The blonde smiled as she slid the gown off Jane's shoulders. She brushed the detective's wavy, chocolate tresses off her neck and planted a soft kiss there. Jane let out another moan as Maura pulled back smiling. The blonde retrieved the jersey from the bed and helped Jane slide her arms through each side. She move to stand in front of Jane and began do the buttons up the front of the shirt.

"I can do this part," Jane said breathlessly.

"I know," Maura smiled back at her.

"Ya know, if I didn't love having you this close, I would be incredible irritated right now," Jane said staring at Maura.

"I know," Maura replied before leaning in to kiss the detective again. "I love being this close to you as well," the blonde breathed, merely a centimeter from Jane's lips.

Maura then whispered, "who knew putting someone's clothes on could be so sensual."

"Hmm…yeah," was all Jane could manage. They both chuckled, gazing into each other's eyes. "Where is that damn doctor?"

"Jane, language," Maura said, not breaking eye contact. "And patience. He'll be here soon."

"He better be," Jane replied, holding Maura closer.

"Careful sweetie," Maura cautioned. "I don't want you to hurt yourself." She then helped Jane sit back down on the bed. "I don't want there to be any reason why I can't take you home today."

Just then, the doctor entered the room. "Detective?"

"I'm here," Jane answered, still gazing up at Maura. "I was just changing into clothes I can wear home. 'Cuz I am going home today, right doc?"

Maura pulled the curtain back so the doctor could fully enter the room. She smiled at him politely, "Good morning Dr. Baker."

Jane noticed the slightly shocked expression on the doctor's face at seeing the other woman in the room with Jane and the curtain pulled closed. "Get your mind out of the gutter doc. She was just helping me change. You know I can't quite stand on my own yet." From her position behind the doctor, Maura smirked at Jane. Jane just shook her head. "So…about those discharge paper?" She couldn't stop smiling, knowing she'd soon be at home with Maura.

Dr. Baker returned the smile. "Just let me check your wounds one last time. If they still look good, you're good to go."

"Sounds good."

"Would you mind stepping out for a moment, Dr. Isles?" Dr. Baker asked Maura.

"It's okay, she can stay," Jane said. "Let's just get this over with. I miss my own bed. And my dog." And I really want to be with Maura in the privacy of my own home, she added mentally.

"Alright then," the doctor said moving closer to Jane. "Let me take a look at you back first, since you're already sitting up." He then lifted her shirt up and peeled the bandage of. He inspected the wound closely. "This one looks to be healing nicely." He applied some ointment to the wound then taped a clean bandage in place. "Okay, now lie down so I can inspect the wound on your abdomen."

"'kay," Jane complied. She winced as she laid back. Maura noticed and was by Jane's side in second.

She took Jane's hand, "are you okay?"

"I'm fine," Jane replied. "I think I just moved too fast." She smiled appreciatively at Maura, who gently squeezed her hand.

Dr. Baker leaned in and folded the front of Jane's shirt up enough to peel the bandage off. "Well…this one doesn't look as good as the one on your back," he said after closely examining it for a moment.

"What?" Jane snapped. Maura gave her hand another squeeze.

"Not to worry, I'm still going to let you go home," he assured the detective. "I'll just be scheduling your wound check sooner than planned." He then applied ointment and a fresh bandage before fixing her shirt.

"Good," replied Jane. "No offense doc, but I can't stand it here."

"Many people share that sentiment detective," the doctor replied smiling at Jane.

Is her flirting with her? Maura thought when she noticed the smirk on the doctor's face. His pupils have dilated, his brow is perspiring more so than the temperature of the room warrants, not to mention the flush that appeared on his cheeks when he pushed her shirt out of the way. When he didn't stop smiling at Jane, Maura spoke up. "So, I can take her home then?" she asked, agitation evident in her voice. Jane noticed the emphasis she put on the word 'I'.

"Yes," he said, his eyes still fixed on the tall brunette. "Here's a prescription for an antibiotic and some pain medication." He tore the pages of his prescription pad. "And here's my card incase you should need anything." He wrote something on the back of the card and handed it all towards Jane.

Maura took them. "Thank you Doctor, but I too am a doctor and can help Jane with anything she may need."

"Alright then," Dr. Baker said, confusion on his face. "I'll see you back in a week for your wound check Detective."

"Okay," Jane replied. "See you then. Thanks." After the doctor left the room she looked over at Maura bewildered. "Maura, what was that?"

"He was flirting with you Jane," Maura replied in frustration.

"No he wasn't," Jane laughed.

"Look," Maura replied handing Jane the doctor's business card. "He wrote his cell phone number on the back. That is completely inappropriate." Jane chuckled. "Why are you laughing at me?"

"I'm not, babe," Jane said smiling at Maura. "It's just…you're jealous."

"Yes, I am," the blonde replied. "It's infuriating."

"I think it's cute."

"Jane."

"I'm sorry," Jane said. "I honestly didn't notice. I sort lost focus when you took hold of my hand."

"Really?"

"Really," Jane reassured her. "Besides, if I had noticed I would have told him that I'm taken."

"Taken?" Maura echoed with a smirk.

"Yeah," Jane answered. "I'm currently seeing this sexy medical examiner," she added with a wink.

"Sexy, huh?"

"Oh yeah," Jane went on. "She so much as smiles at me and I lose focus."

"So…she's nothing more than a pretty face?" the M.E. asked playfully.

"No…she's got a killer body too," Jane smirked at her. "She's also brilliant."

"Really?" Maura couldn't contain the grin that spread across her face.

"Yeah. She doesn't this Google talk thing that I find incredibly sexy." Maura cupped Jane's face in her hands and kissed her passionately. Jane smiled into the kiss. They kept kissing until oxygen became an issue. "Now, that was flirting," Jane said smugly.

Maura just giggled and kissed Jane again. "Are you ready to go?"

"Most definitely," Jane replied. "Let's get out of here."

"We can stop by the pharmacy to drop off your prescriptions on the way to your place," Maura said as she retrieved the wheelchair from the side of the room.

"Babe, I don't need that."

"Yes, actually you do," Maura smiled. "It's hospital policy. It's just until we get to the car sweetie," she added when she noticed the irritation on Jane's face.

"Fine."