Sorry for the delay everyone. OT at work has really been giving me a hard time so I'm not having as much time to write anymore. I'll try to keep a steady pace.
I'm very excited that the holidays are right around the corner. Jane has told me that holidays at her mother's are always crazy but I'm definitely looking forward to it. I've told Jane to let Angela know that she is more than welcome to use my house for the gathering since her apartment is rather small for so many people. I thoughts about a present for Jane; something she wouldn't consider extravagant and that she would still be able to enjoy. I hope she likes what I've got in mind for her…
"I'm so glad that is finally over and done with! I still can't believe you let ma host Christmas Eve dinner here," Jane said as she walked back into the living room. Dinner had just ended and she'd even walked her mother, brothers and partners out while promising that they could go to Angela's tomorrow for all the gift trading. Maura had been about to suggest that they do that here as well but had been abruptly stopped by Jane when the brunette interrupted her and completely changed the subject. In the end, tiny apartment and all, They would deal with all the unwrapping and gift giving there, leaving a very happy Angela.
"Her apartment is impossibly small Jane, you know that. Besides, I really like having your family here; it really turns this house into a home. I never thought my house would ever really get that 'homey' feel you've talked about when you describe your mother's house." Maura reached over and handed Jane a glass of wine before both women sat and enjoyed their first sip.
"I'm glad you feel so comfortable with my crazy family," Jane said as she put down both their glasses and pulled Maura towards her to embrace her from behind. "I can't tell you how happy it makes me to know that EVERYONE is finally ok with our relationship, but enough about the family. I want to talk about us. I have something for you."
"Are we exchanging gifts already?" Maura asked excitedly, a smile lighting up her already radiant face.
"I can't wait until tomorrow to give you yours, so yes, it's present time!" Jane replied. She'd never admit it, but she was just as excited as Maura was about their gifts. She'd put in a lot of time and thought into her present, and had finally picked out what she considered to be the perfect gift which would let Maura know exactly how she felt about their commitment to one another.
They made their way over to the large Christmas tree. Maura reached over for a medium sized, colorfully wrapped box while Jane brought picked out a much smaller, rectangular box.
"Do you want to unwrap your present first?" Maura asked.
"Sure," replied Jane. She reached over for the box. "Maur, this is heavy." Jane stated as she eagerly unwrapped the package. She stopped suddenly, wide-eyed and stared at Maura. "Is this what I think it is?!" she asked Maura incredulously.
Maura smiled. "I thought about what I could get you, then I remembered that Robert is a good friend of my father."
"Your father is a good friend of Robert Kraft?!"
"Yes, apparently they went to school together or something along those lines."
"That's surreal… THIS is surreal," Jane said as she stared at her gift. It was an official NFL game ball, signed by the entire New England Patriots squad encased in glass. "I can't believe this Maura, this is GREAT!" Thank you so much, I love it!" Jane stood and went to hug and kiss her girlfriend. "I don't think my gift is going to be nearly as good as yours."
"It isn't about the gift Jane. Regardless, I know I'm going to love it, just because it comes from you." Jane handed Maura her smaller wrapped gift. Maura was just as eager as knowing the contents, but took her time unwrapping her gift.
"You know that half the fun of gifts is when you tear the wrapping off, right?" Jane said jokingly.
"I know, I've just always unwrapped my gifts this way. I don't know why," came Maura's reply. She was met with a long, velvet box. "Jane…"
"I know that it's not what you're used to… you probably own tennis shoes that are more expensive than this, but I saw it and I instantly thought of you."
Maura opened the box to reveal a long, gold necklace. At the end there was a pendant with a heart held by two hands with a crown on top. It was simple, yet beautiful.
"It's the clad-"
"Claddagh symbol." Maura finished for her. "The crown means loyalty, the hands mean friendship, and the heart means love."
"I couldn't have said it better myself," Jane said with a smile.
"Jane, I don't know what to say… it's beautiful… I love it! Can you help me put it on?" Maura asked as she turned and handed the necklace over to Jane. Jane carefully locked the necklace in place and turned to Maura.
"Do you really like it?" she asked.
"It's the best gift anyone has ever given me. The meaning behind the symbol is so pure and strong in my opinion, I really do love it. I'll wear it every day, I promise you."
"Maur you don't have to do that…"
"Jane." Maura looked straight into chocolate brown orbs. "I think my present isn't worthy when compared to yours. This has so much more meaning behind it. It shows me how much you care, and that to me is priceless. I will wear it every day, because that's what I want to do."
"Okay." Jane replied. "I love you Maur. This time with you has been the best time of my life. I didn't think I could love you any more than I already do, but every second I spend with you I fall more and more in love."
"I never thought I could find love, period. I thought I was destined to live my life alone. When you came into my life, I honestly didn't think I had a chance with you… but now here we are, months later, more in love than ever."
Maura leaned over and kissed Jane with passion and fervor. "I'm in love with you Jane. I want to show you just how much you mean to me… I have another present for you."
"Really Maur, this is so much more than enough, it was the perfect gift."
"I think you're really going to like this one though," Maura replied as she handed Jane a much shorter rectangular box.
Jane took the box from her girlfriend and began unwrapping it. When she lifted the lid, she did a double take yet again and her mouth dropped, desire instantly consuming her body.
"I know you said we could take this slow, and we have. You've no idea how much it means to me that you've been willing to go at this pace with me. I think that it has given us the time to really know one another better… but I honestly think we've waited long enough. We're in love with each other, and I'd like us to take that next step." The box contained a very revealing yet tasteful lingerie outfit for Maura. "Would you like me to go try this on?" She asked, voice low and seductive.
Jane's throat went dry instantly. She swallowed loudly, trying to find words to describe how she was feeling. She wracked her brain for something to say, but was completely dumbfounded and decided to just nod instead.
Maura stood and held out her hand to help Jane up. She wrapped her arms around Jane and kissed her once more. Using the same seductive voice as before, she continued. "Follow me, detective. I think we're both in for a very long and promising night."
What do you all think? Do you want to read about their first time? Or shall we skip it and keep going and let your imagination run wild? I'd love to read your pov!
