SOOO, It's been far to long since I've had a chance to update. My computer finally died this summer, and I didn't get a new one until about two months ago. I am a sophomore in college, and school has pretty much taken over my life. With out a bajillion other excusses I bring you chapter seven. It's short, because it's been a while since I've updated. I DO, however, have the next time half way finished. Hope y'all enjoy.

Disclaimer: See chapter one.

CH 7: FIRST DAY BACK

Jane walked into the bullpen with coffee in her hand half asleep.

"Looks like someone slept under an overpass," Korsak said laughing at Jane.

"Thanks, you look lovely too," Jane scowled as she slumped into her chair taking a sip of her hot coffee.

"So you're cleared for work?" Frost asked as he closed his computer screen.

"Yeah, I got cleared for work yesterday, so I did some paper work at home, so I could be in the field today," Jane said grabbing the top file off Frosts' desk.

"Don't you think it's a little too soon?" Frost asked reaching for the file. Jane gave him a warning stare as he settled in his seat more comfortably.

"I have been out for two weeks, I am cleared by my doctor, and I want to work," Jane stated reading over the file. "Wasn't this guy a suspect in a case from a few years ago?" Jane asked pulling her files up on her computer. Korsak grabbed the file and looked it before looking at the computer. "How long have you been working on this case?" Jane asked looking at Korsak as he looked back and forth between the file and the computer.

"About a week," Frost said as he realized the connection. "I guess sometimes you do need a pair of fresh eyes," Frost said patting Jane's shoulder. Jane winced slightly. "Does it still hurt?" Frost asked quickly as he stood defensively.

"Not really, it's just a little tender occasionally," Jane said.

"It will most likely be sore for the first few days back since she is going to be stressed about being back. A good stress though," Maura said as she walked in.

"I'm not stressed," Jane said quickly as she sat up in her chair.

"Yes you are. You are slightly nervous, which is causing you to be stressed. You are wondering if you can still do your job," Maura said as she smoothed out her dress.

"No I'm not. I know I can do my job, I am just a little sore," Jane said. Maura walked up to Jane and rubbed her shoulder lightly.

"I feel a knot, you are most likely stressed," Maura smiled as she leaned against Jane's desk.

"Don't you have a dead body or something to be doing, instead of picking on me?" Jane smiled.

"Not really, my partner finished up the last body," Maura laughed. "Vince, are you not sleeping?" Maura asked causing all attention to go to Korsak from Jane. Korsak sat up quickly and rubbed his eyes.

"What, no, I mean I am sleeping. I just was watching a movie last night and I needed some coffee to stay up, and then I couldn't sleep," Korsak said quickly as he straightened out his grey suit coat.

"I think you had a lady friend over last night," Frost sang. Jane leaned back in her chair and crossed her legs. Maura leaned against Jane's desk and placed her hand on the back of Jane's chair as they watched Korsak with smiles.

"I did not," Korsak argued.

"It was the girl from the coffee shop wasn't it?" Frost laughed as Korsak turned red, obviously caught.

"It's none of your business who I did or did not have over last night," Korsak said.

"I'll remember that next time you can't mind your own business," Jane laughed as Sgt. Grant walked in.

"Glad to have you two back, I will have paperwork that needs to be completed later," He said as he handed them a case file. "Two bodies found at the docks," Grant said as he turned on his heels. "Stop in my office by the end of the week Rizzoli, the paper work has to get done," He said firmly. Jane rolled her eyes as she sat up and flipped open the file.

"Ready for work?" Jane asked as she stood up tightening her belt. The guys stood up and headed out the door. "I'll see you after work?" Jane asked as Maura's phone rang announcing a need for her presence. Maura nodded as she watched Jane walk towards the door. Jane stopped and turned around and smiled as Maura talked quickly on the phone very professional.

"Man this is good," Jane said as she took a gulp of her beer.

"Well it's been two weeks, you deserve a beer," Maura said taking a sip of her wine.

"I do, don't I?" Jane joked as Maura lightly kicked her under the table. "Hey! What was that for?" Jane asked laughing.

"Nothing," Maura said returning the laughter. "So was the suspect really that easy to catch today?" Maura asked as she leaned in ready for the story.

"No, I am just that awesome," Jane smiled as she took another swig of her beer.

"Come on Jane, what happened?" Maura laughed. Jane laughed as she leaned against the wall and pulled her long legs on to the seat.

"Okay, so we were analyzing the scene after you left, and this guy was leaning on a boat, and we went up to him to ask him some questions and he started to run. He tripped over his own bag. When we caught him he was covered in blood, and he still had the weapon on him!" Jane laughed. "Man, some people are stupid!"

"I wouldn't say people are necessarily stupid, they just merely are less intelligent than others," Maura stated.

"Maur, how stupid do you have to be, to be standing by a bunch of cops with the weapon still on you?" Jane laughed. Maura thought about it and started to laugh too.

"I guess you have to lack a fair amount of intelligence," Maura laughed as she took a sip of her wine. "So what did you have planned tonight?" Maura asked.

"Well, you see, I was going to take this girl out to this really nice restaurant that I know she has wanted to go to for a long time, and then I was going to take her home to watch a movie," Jane said as he husky voice grew low.

"Oh," Maura sounded disappointed. "Well, give me a call when you get in and let me know how it goes," Maura said as she forced a smile.

"Crap Maura don't cry," Jane said as she grabbed Maura's hand and held it in her own. "Sweetie, what's wrong?" Jane asked.

"It's nothing," Maura said as she managed another smile.

"What's bothering you," Jane said very concerned.

"It's just I thought I was your girlfriend, and now you're talking about taking another girl out. I don't really like it," Maura said fighting back tears. Jane laughed as she moved to sit next to Maura.

"That's what you're sad about?" Jane asked as she pulled Maura into a hug.

"Well, why shouldn't I be upset?" Maura asked with a hint of anger of in her voice. Jane squeezed Maura's shoulders and rubbed her arm.

"Maur, I was talking about you. You're the girl I am taking out, and taking home. It will always be you," Jane said calmly and she felt Maura relax in her arms.

"Oh," Maura laughed to herself. "I'm sorry," Maura apologized.

"Don't be sorry honey, you're tired. How about we just go back to my place, and order take out and watch a movie," Jane said softly still rubbing Maura's arm. Maura smiled.

"That sounds perfect. I'm sorry I didn't get your joke, I guess I am tired," Maura apologized as she stood up.

"Don't be, I am tired too. It was our first day back, and when you've been doing nothing but sitting around and resting for two weeks, a full day's work will wear you out," Jane said as she followed Maura closely as they left the Dirty Robber.

"I suppose you're right. I was use to just taking a nap when I got tired. You know I never realized how tiring it is when you have someone after your life, and then you are supposed to rest after you get released from the hospital," Maura said as she climbed in the car, which Jane held the door open for. "How did you do it?" Maura asked very curiously. Jane laughed as she listened to Maura ramble.

"I had someone to look forward to when I came to work," Jane smiled as she pulled out of the parking lot. Maura smiled as she looked out to window while Jane drove. The ride was silent, except for a few yawns that escaped Maura, causing Jane to return the gesture. They pulled into Jane's parking space and went into her apartment.

"Jane, can we just go to bed? I am surprisingly tired," Maura yawned again stretching. Jane pulled Maura into a hug and kissed her forehead.

"That sounds like a perfect idea. We can reschedule our date night for Friday, sound good?" Jane asked. Maura nodded as she took Jane's hand and led her to the bedroom.

Before they knew it, Maura was curled into Jane's side and sleeping. Jane listened to the slow breathing before falling asleep herself.

So, it's been awhile, but drop me a line and let me know what you think. I will be updating more frequently. Let me know if you caught any errors, or you wanna see something happened. Or if you have any questions feel free to PM me!

-K