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"The divorce is final." A wave of relief rushed through Maura at hearing her lawyer say that over the phone. She let out a soft sigh. "As agreed Mr. Fairfield's assets will be handed over to his family and any joint accounts will be split evenly." The monotone of his voice did little to dampen the mood. Maura smiled as she listened to him restate the terms.
Jane found Maura a little while later. It had been a little over a month since they shared the kiss in Maura's office. She had moved out getting an apartment of her own. The two often alternated spending the night at each other's home.
Jane found Maura crying softly at her desk. She rushed to her friend's side. She grabbed Maura's hands in her own. Maura looked at her with teary but happy eyes. She repeated her lawyer's words.
"The divorce is final." A smile broke across Jane's face. She pulled Maura into a hug. She returned the embrace. After a few seconds they parted and pulled out her cell. She quickly foaled a number.
"Who are you calling," Maura asked.
"Ma. She'll want to know and I'm sure she'll want to cook for us tonight to celebrate." Jane wore a huge smile as she informed her mother of the recent development. Maura couldn't help but smile as well.
They left the station house together. Angela called to tell them they had an hour before dinner would be ready. They headed to Jane's apartment first. Maura had a change of cloths there. A common thought was on their minds as they got ready. They didn't. Talk about it but that kiss was never far from their thoughts.
Dinner was wonderful of course. Frankie and Jane offered to do the dishes while Maura and Angela went to sit down. Frankie looked at his sister as she dried the last of the dishes. She had a soft smile on her face. Frankie knew about her feelings for the ME.
"So she's finally free of that bastard. That's great. Not only can she move on but maybe she can find someone who will treat her the way she deserves." He smiled to himself when Jane froze for a second. She didn't say anything, just went back to drying.
"Yeah. I hope she does find someone," she said. Frankie nodded.
"I hear shes been eyeing a detectives from your unit. No idea who. I bet she'll let him know soon." He smiled. "Maybe you can double date. You everything else together." Jane nodded stiffly. Frankie was giggling like a kid on the inside
"All done," she said, throwing down the towel, and leaving the kitchen. Frankie let her go. He went to putting up the dishes.
The drive back to Maura's apartment was quiet. Jane wanted to talk about what she was feeling but she didn't know noticed her tension. She stole glances of Jane when the detective wasn't looking. They made it to Maura's building.
"Would you stay with me tonight," she asked. Jane looked at her for a second before nodding. They headed up stairs, Jane following behind Maura. Her mind felt overstuffed. She was still lost in thought when Maura opened the door, leaving her in the hall.
"Jane," Maura said. Jane looked at her. Her mind was suddenly cleared of all but one thought.
"God, you're beautiful." The words were out and she knew there was no backing down. She pulled Maura to her and kissed her. She kissed her softly. She waited for Maura to pull away. Instead she felt hands glide up her arm to rest on her shoulders. She didn't deepen the kiss. After several seconds she pulled back. Maura smiled at her.
"I was beginning to think you had changed your mind about us,"she said softly. She kissed Jane's cheek. Jane hugged her close.
"Never. I want you now more than ever."
"Good because I wasn't about to let you go without a fight." They parted and fully entered the apartment. Jane closed the door behind them. Maura took her hand and led the way to the living room. Jane took the time to look at Maura in a way she hadn't allowed herself in a while. Maura smiled to herself as she pulled Jane along. She could feel her stare.
Maura turned and they collided. It was so easy, getting lost in each other. The taste and feel, the need for more. They parted to breathe, smiling at each other.
"I don't want to go to fast. I plan on romancing you," Jane said with a smile.
"I understand," Maura replied. She caressed Jane's face. "Stay with me. I want to fall asleep in your arms. Jane nodded.
"I'd like that too." She kissed her one more time before letting her lead the way to her room. Jane changed in the bathroom while Maura changed in her room.
"You dressed," Jane asked.
"Yeah," Maura replied. Jane stepped out wearing an old Red Sox tee and a pair of black pj shorts. Maura was wearing a silk pj set. They climbed into bed together. Maura turned into Jane, wrapping her arms around her middle. Jane held her around the shoulders. They met in a tender kiss that lasted awhile. Soon they snuggled close and fell asleep.
Constance knocked on her daughter's door. She wasn't surprised when Jane answered the door. She gave the detective a smile.
"Hello, Jane," she greeted. Jane returned her smile. She stepped aside so she could come in.
"Good morning." She closed the door and followed Constance to the kitchen. Maura was busy making coffee. She smiled at her mother.
"Hello mother." Constance came over to give her daughter a kiss and hug.
"Good morning, dear. I hope your ready for a day spent shopping and celebrating." Maura laughed. Jane smiled at the two. "You can come along as well, dear," Constance said to Jane. She'd become very fond of her daughter's best friend. Jane had proven she truly cared for Maura. Constance had also suspected the deeper feelings both women harbored. "I want to spoil you both." Constance pulled Jane into a hug.
"Sounds like..fun." Maura laughed at Jane's statement. Constance smiled in good fun. Maura decided it was the right moment.
"Mom. There is something I...we wanted to tell you." Maura crossed over to Jane, taking her hand. "Jane and I have decided to becoming romantically involved now that my divorce is through. I hope this doesn't upset you. I do care very deeply for Jane and she cares for me." A giant smile broke across Constance's face. She pulled both women into a hug.
"Of course I'm happy for you." She kissed them on the cheek before releasing them. She took Maura's hands in her own. "As long as your happy so am I. After what you went through with Garrett and you father, I want you to find your happiness. You are my daughter. I know I haven't been a good mother but I'm changing that now." Maura smiled through happy tears as she pulled her mother into a hug. Jane stood to the side smiling. Things were really going well. They were finally getting it together.
Sorry this has taken so long. I'm not sure where I'm going with this any more so its hard to get it out. I welcome any ideas on how the story might progress. Maybe something will trigger my muse. :)
Wish me luck. My new semester starts today.