Inspired by 'If I Was Your Man' by Bruno Mars...whom I have nothing to do with - other then singing his songs at karaoke all the time.

Pulling up in front of the large Beacon Hill him he threw is car into park. He took a moment to look at the house that he hadn't seen in almost 4 years. He knew she still lived there. She would've told him if she had moved. There were multiple lights on in the house so he knew she was still awake. Taking in the surroundings on the street he noticed another car parked on the street on the other side of the driveway. The presence of that car didn't necessarily mean that she had company. It could belong to any of her neighbors or one of their guests.

He couldn't wait any longer. He stepped out of his car and began to climb the steps to her front door. He was so excited to see her. So excited for her to jump into his arms and feel those amazing legs wrapped around him. So excited to take her upstairs and touch every inch of her body. It had been far too long. Someday soon he was going to get himself in order and stop gallivanting across the globe. He would settle down with her and give her everything that he should've given her all these years.

Taking a deep breath, he knocked. Moments later the front door opened to reveal the woman that he loved. She was even more beautiful then the last time he saw her. She wore a silk nightgown that barely reached the middle of her thigh. Her honey blonde hair cascaded down her pale shoulders. He grinned widely but her expression did not match his. Hers was more of one of shock.

"Ian?!" she said surprised.

"Hi Maura." He beamed. It didn't take him long to realize that he was not going to receive the warm and exciting welcome that he usually did.

"What are you doing here?" She questioned.

"I just got into the States and I came straight here. I had to see you." He explained.

Before Maura could respond, a voice came from inside the house. "Babe, who is it?"

The man noted that the voice he had just heard had more of a feminine quality to it. Then, a half asleep Jane Rizzoli appeared behind Maura. It was obvious that she had just woken up.

"Ian." The brunette stated in a low tone. She suddenly seemed more awake.

"Jane." He nodded towards her.

The detective opened her mouth to speak but Maura interrupted her. The doctor took hold of her hand as she said, "Sweetie, why don't you head up to bed. I will be up soon."

"You sure?" The brunette was trying to look strong and intimidating to the man on the other side of the front door but the large yawn that came from her wasn't making that possible.

"You're exhausted." Maura said as she placed her other hand on Jane's cheek. "I will only be a few minutes."

Leaning in she pressed her lips firmly against the brunette's; trying to reassure her through her kiss that she had nothing to worry about. She knew she had succeeded based on the satisfied smile that crossed Jane's face when they parted.

"Go. I will be up soon."

"Ok," Jane agreed. Kissing Maura one more time and giving Ian a quick glance the brunette disappeared into the house.

"I uh...wow..." Ian started as Maura turned her attention back to him. "How long have you and Jane been together?"

"We celebrated our 2 year anniversary last month." Maura stated with a smile.

"I guess I couldn't always expect you to wait around for me." When Maura was silent he asked, "Are you happy?"

The honey blonde's face split into a goofy grin, "Happier then I have been in my entire life."

Ian gave her a small smile, "Good. You deserve it."

"Thank you." Maura nodded.

There was an awkward silence before the man spoke, "Well, take care Maura."

"You too Ian."

He didn't wait for Maura to close the door before he turned and started back towards his car. Slipping into the drivers seat he sighed deeply. That was not something he had been expecting. He was now at a loss as to what to do. He thought that things would go as they had for so many years and now it had all fallen out from under him. He sat there for a minute more before he took a notebook and pen from his bag and started to write.

Detective Rizzoli walked out to her car the next morning, travel coffee mug in hand. She had kissed Maura goodbye before heading out the door to her early meeting. The surprise of last night was still in the back of her mind but the way that her partner had chosen to wake her up that morning assured her once again that she had nothing to worry about. She grinned as she though of what she and the honey blonde had been up to just an hour prior.

She was about to climb into her car when she noticed a piece of paper underneath her windshield wiper. She set her mug on the roof of the car and reached for the paper. She opened it and read,

Buy her flowers.
Hold her hand.
Spend every waking moment with her if you can.
Take her to parties and other places she can dance
Most importantly, take care of her and love her with all that you are

Jane's lips upturned in a small smile. She refolded the paper and slipped it into her pocket while quietly saying to herself,

"Always."

I hope you enjoyed it! Stay tuned for more here as well as my other story 'Erin'. Chapter suggestions are always welcome and reviews make me smile!