A/N: Sorry that it took so long. You know me, details…details and all that good stuff.

Disclaimer: Read Ch. 1

There is no greater power than the one others do not believe you possess." – Luis Marques

Ch. 4: The Occult Professor

"Why must walk in this goddamn outfit?"

"You know very well how London society observes women. You must be delicate like a daisy."

"A daisy? Really?"

"Look, we have to see the Governors Board especially if it can help with my research."

"The things I do for you, brother."

"Gives you time to mingle."

"I prefer to be at the library then deal with those pompous asses."

"Sister…"

"Brother." There was a look exchanged between these twins before there was a roll of the eyes with the carriage door opening. "Now, let's deal with these idiots so we can get back to the lab."

"Suit yourself."

Jane reentered the squad room to see Nina at the big screen with Danielle watching from her desk quietly. On the screen was a woman's face, with blonde hair that was definitely darker than Maura's. The eyes were dark brown, and the skin was pale with a light blush on her face. "Is that the victim," Jane inquired.

Nina nodded. "Dental and the fingerprints came back to thirty-eight-year-old Jamie Peters, a professor in the occult at BCU."

Danielle snorted, "Occult."

"What's funny about that," Jane asked in confusion.

"Those who talk about the occult bullshit is basically trying to figure out the supernatural and sometimes, they sound idiotic because they believe the myths."

"But aren't most of what you've told us is true?"

"Yes and no." Danielle stood up from her chair, cracking her back then asked Nina, "Detective Holiday, do we have an address for the professor?"

"Yes, we do and please, you can call me Nina," the young woman smiled then handed the address to the detective.

Adam then entered the room and looked at the screen. "So I'm guessing you're heading out, Dani," he inquired.

"Yup," Danielle retorted. "Since we've got Council soon, might want to get all our ducks in a row. You know how certain members get."

"You mean Dracula?"

There was suddenly an eye roll and sigh. "Please get it set up since I'm in front of the firing squad and not you."

"Roger."

Danielle then nodded Nina her thanks and handed Jane the address. "We should check with Doctor Harding and Doctor Isles to see if they found anything. If they haven't, most likely, Doctor Crane."

"We haven't met him…right."

"Nope," Danielle replied, pressing the elevator button.

They entered the elevator and traveled down to the morgue until the elevator opened. They stepped out and Jane took in the sight of the morgue. Despite it being under the warehouse, the morgue was vast, and it seemed that it had the very up to date technology. "How do you guys have the funding for this place," Jane inquired in amazement.

"Social circles…Dracula brings the funding since he can blend in with the mortals."

"Isn't that not good since he drinks blood?"

"He gets his blood from blood banks for specific reasons," Danielle explained vaguely before pushing the morgue door open to reveal Maura sitting next to Doctor Harding, going over files. "Well dental came back, so we were able to identify the mortal, but do we have anything back on the Untamed's hair?"

"That we don't," Doctor Harding retorted. "Doctor Isles was kind enough to help sort through one of our registries."

"Registries," Jane quipped.

Before Doctor Harding could start explaining, Maura cut in, "The registries here have all supernatural creatures that are registered in Boston. Different categories for different supernatural creatures; Since this is an Untamed, there isn't much registry for them but for Lycan's there are and since the Untamed was a Lycan prior to the…. blood lust effect?"

Danielle looked at Jane then back at Maura. "I'm thoroughly impressed," Danielle stated.

"She catches on fast," Jane stated with her gaze toward Maura with a proud smile.

Noticing the gaze, Danielle felt that she was invading a private moment. "Well, I'm going to head up and get the car ready," she informed the group but addressed to Jane and Maura. "Doctor Harding, can you let Doctor Crane that I expect a call from him about the Vault and its new items when he returns from the Museum?"

"I will go do that now," Doctor Harding retorted, walking away from the table.

This left Jane and Maura by themselves in the morgue.

Jane walked across the morgue to Maura, standing next to her which prompted Maura to look up at her best friend. "You adjusted very well," Jane pointed out.

"It's a fascinating world." Maura then removed her gloves and stepped up to Jane, fixing her blazer's lapels. Jane and Maura continued to stand together with Jane taking Maura's hands into hers. "Though it is fascinating though, I learned that it also can be unsafe as well, Jane," Maura informed.

"Hey, don't worry, I got Danielle to watch my back," the detective reassured.

"Still Jane, just please be careful."

Jane nodded and kissed Maura's forehead before stepping back and walking to the elevator. She pressed the button and entered the elevator then looked back to see Maura waving goodbye.

As Jane stepped outside, she noticed immediately that her little brother and Korsak were waiting with Danielle. It surprised her how calm her squad seemed to be when being introduced to this new world or at least, she knew her friends were trying their best in understanding what was before them.

"So you're…" Frankie started, looking at Danielle, "what? Vampire? Werewolf?"

"Human," Danielle answered simply.

"But you know about this. How can you?"

Danielle glanced over her shoulder to see Jane approaching. "Another time. Another story," Danielle retorted, passing Jane's brother and Korsak to the driver's side of the car.

Jane walked by the two, taking the front passenger seat then the other two sat in the back passengers. They approached the gate with Danielle taking a quick glance before she knocked on the guard shack window three times. At the third knock, Jane and two other detectives watched as the window slid open. Jane's eyes widened at the sight of gray stone fanged creature for it wore sunglasses and a security hat. "Sup J," Bartok inquired.

"Adam is dealing with some work and I got humans inside also."

"So watch the gate extra?"

"Yes."

The gargoyle gave a small salute and Danielle gave a nod, driving off to the destination.

As they were driving through Boston, the three detectives kept inquiring more about the supernatural world. "So there are some supernatural beings that walk around right," Korsak asked.

"Yes."

"Are they easy to spot," Frankie asked next, looking out the window.

Danielle glanced at the rearview mirror to look at Frankie with a raised eyebrow. Jane turned her head and answered, "Frankie, you think you can spot them easily?"

"Well…no."

Frankie shrugged his shoulders sheepishly and Jane looked back at Danielle with a quiet observant look. "I can feel your eyes on me," Danielle pointed out.

"Sorry," Jane retorted.

"It's not an issue but I sense you got a question for me."

"It's just…how did you get involved with Nightfall?"

"Nightfall has been around for years like I told you and my family has been part of this for many years since its inception. It became a legacy in my family," Dani explained.

"Wow…that's quite impressive. What generation are you?"

"Third or fourth. I've always known about the supernatural."

Jane nodded at this then returned her attention back to the road until she got curious once more. "How come your gargoyle friend calls you 'J'," Jane inquired, keeping her eyes on the road but her peripheral vision observed.

"It's my middle name."

"For?"

There was a pause and Jane watched as Dani gripped onto the steering wheel tighter. "Jacqueline," she answered finally with a quiet voice.

"Better than Clementine," Jane smirked, sensing a quietness from the other detective.

There was no reply to this comment, and it seemed the conversation ended with the group pulling up to a small suburban neighborhood. Dani pulled over to the side and Jane stepped out of the car first.

"Pretty regular and quiet," Jane commented to Dani.

"Yeah," Frankie retorted as he and Korsak stepped out.

Jane pulled out the address that Nina gave to the team. "It looks like its down the block," Jane stated to the group. She then looked back at her brother and former partner, "You guys patrol the area, knock on the neighbors' doors while we check out the vic's house."

The two men nodded, turned and walked away toward the first house they planned to check out. Jane then began to walk down the street toward the address. As they were walking, Dani looked around, taking in the quiet scenery. "Since you asked some questions, Jane, I think I should ask some," Dani stated.

Jane raised a curious brow.

"Nothing too bad, Rizzoli. Simple and easy questions."

"Like?"

"Like…how long you've known Maura," Dani started.

Jane's head snapped at the sound of her best friend's name. "I've known her for several years," Jane answered.

There was a low hum and another question came, "Single?"

Jane sputtered quickly and almost tripped over a crack on the sidewalk. Without missing a step, Dani placed her arm out, steadying Jane. "Why are you asking," Jane squeaked, feeling a tight feeling in her chest.

"I'm just asking."

"Just asking…No, why were you asking?"

Dani smirked, "What? Do I sense some jealousy?"

"Jealous," Jane laughed. "Why would I be jealous? Just…I find that it's weird that you're asking about Maura. You interested in her…like…you like her?"

"Is this your subtle way of asking if I'm gay?"

"Are you?"

Dani stopped and looked at Jane.

"Actually, yes, I am." She then patted Jane's shoulder, "But, sounds like you're interested in Maura."

Jane's throat constricted and Dani resumed her walking with another smirk. Jane started to chase down Dani, catching up next to her. Am I that obvious, Jane thought to herself, unsure of how Dani figured it out. "Let's say…I do," Jane suggested.

"At least, you acknowledge it with others."

"Wait, you just said that…you goaded me. Why did you-"

Dani stopped abruptly as did Jane with both looking up at the porch. The front door was ajar with the window shattered and glass on the floor. "That doesn't look good," Jane pointed out as she drew her gun.

"Definitely," Dani drew her gun as well.

They approached the house slowly with Jane taking the lead. She pushed the door further open and stepped over the glass to avoid making noise. Dani follow suit, entering the house and began to search the premises.

Upon entering the home, Jane noticed immediately that the first floor was trashed. Furniture was tossed around with broken picture frames; it prompted the detectives to proceed around the area quiet and slow. What or who caused this, Jane thought as she searched the room on the right while Dani searched to left side of the house.

The kitchen drawers were pulled out with utensils on the floor and cabinets were wide open. Someone was looking for something, Dani observed.

The two continued their sweep until they reached the center of the house and Jane gestured toward the second floor. They traversed up the staircase and began to do the sweep on the second floor. Most of the doors were closed, prompting the detectives to open the doors and search it thoroughly. Each room was trashed like the previous rooms, but with the upper floor of rooms, papers were prominent and ripped.

With all the rooms searched, there seemed to be one final door. Jane looked at Dani and Dani returned the look. They both approached the door with Jane twisting the knob then Dani pushing the door and entering the room quietly.

The study was destroyed with all the books from the bookshelf was shoved to the ground. The desk drawers were open and the desk itself was torn apart with the lamp smashed as well. "Clear," Jane announced, prompting Dani to holster her gun. Jane holstered hers and looked around the room, "What the hell happened?"

Dani handed some crime scene gloves to Jane. "It seems like someone was searching for something," Dani commented as she placed her gloves on.

Jane crouched down and picked up a torn paper. "She had a lot of papers," Jane observed. "She wrote, 'My findings have found that the supernatural world does exist. I'm not sure what creatures yet but I've possibly observed a vampire's feeding'."

"A vampire feeding? Vampires don't hunt humans anymore. They go to a blood bank."

"Is it illegal," Jane asked.

The other detective shook her head, crossing the room. She picked a dark leather book and began to read the contents aloud, " 'Boston Museum had a newest arrival in antiquities. A sarcophagus and the legendary Book of the Dead were placed in high security. During the day, it is out on display until the nighttime. Only special events are the artifacts are out.'"

"The Book of the Dead?"

"Ancient book from Egypt. Nightfall was notified about this; we always get a notification when we get supernatural artifacts cause we keep them in the Vault with other items."

"Why the great interest?"

Dani shrugged and Jane resumed to look around and started to look under the desk. "You mentioned about the Vault earlier," Jane pointed out.

"I did and it's important for the supernatural community which I will explain another time." She then pulled more papers up, "Looks like she wrote a lot of papers about the supernatural. I'm not sure how accurate it is."

"That's usually the problem with those who study the occult. They get some hits and misses however; it seems like Professor Peters got herself killed for some odd reasons."

"We need more people here," Jane commented. "We have so many of her notes that it's going to be hard to figure out who ever came in her and what they took."

"Agreed. I'll call a CSU team and have one of your people lead it."

Danielle then stepped out of the room, leaving Jane by herself in the room. The detective looked around, trying to picture what items were at. "Why does it feel like we're missing something," Jane said to herself. She approached the window and began to examine it.

The initial examination of the window showed that the window didn't seemed to be touched. It wasn't open and the lock was still on it, so the intruder didn't leave the house through the window. There wasn't even a sign that someone tried to pry it open, so it prompted Jane to look back at the crime scene. "They knew if they left the window open that it could cause suspicion," Jane mumbled.

"So they came in and exited the same direction, hence why the doors were all closed," Dani cut in.

"What were they looking for?"

Dani sighed and glanced back at the bookshelves that were on the floor then brought her eyes up to one particular bookcase. "Jane, if I was trashing a study, would I want to search all of the bookshelves and pull them all down," Dani inquired.

Jane followed Dani's line of eyesight and stepped away from the window. "I would think so," Jane answered.

"Jane!"

"Detective Stevenson?"

"Up here," Dani yelled as Jane approached the standing the bookshelf.

When she reached the bookshelf, she pointed to the standing the book that stood all by itself. "Canterbury Tales," Jane read the title causing a small scoff. Frost and Korsak entered the room and before they could ask their questions of what happened, Jane commented, "Not a common book for the occult?"

"More for any enthusiast of Middle Age literature."

Hearing this answer, Jane pulled on the book which made a loud clicking sound upon it being pulled back then pushed back in. Suddenly, the bookcase popped open which prompted Jane and everyone else to jump backwards. After the sound, Jane leaned over to see that the bookshelf was cracked open like a door and Jane, instinctively, pull the bookcase open to reveal an arraignment of full stacks of papers, books and other items.

"I'm so confused. Either they miss this, or they couldn't figure out how to open it?"

"Or they did open it and got what they needed," Dani suggested.

"But we won't be sure."

Dani walked up to the bookcase, looking at their new discovery. "It looks like this is going to take a bit to go through. Might have to collect them and take them back to the warehouse."

There was a clearing of the throat and they turned around to see Frankie and Korsak who had confused expressions. "Care to explain, guys," Frankie asked, trying to piece everything together.

Jane and Dani looked at each other and a similar thought crossed their minds, Time to play catch up.

She stood in the dress for long enough, she was itchy and bored. Her brother was mingling as best as he could despite the scientific community still frowning upon him. He would kill her for even thinking about the idea of changing her clothes especially during the party. She noticed that no one was blocking the staircase to the upper floor.

She then glanced back at her brother and sighed at the sight. He was back at talking to the head of Board of Governors. Bringing up the same theory without a possible application is making it difficult for us, she thought. It's not going to happen tonight, Henry.

Sensing that she was able to slip away, she took her opportunity and jogged up the stairs until she reached a bedroom. Logically, it was illegal but like she always said, if you're not caught, you're fine. She opened door, slipped inside and closed the door behind her; the first thing she spotted upon turning around was the armoire and opened it.

"Oh Livingston's," she stated upon the first suit she spotted. She pulled out the black tailcoat and smirked, checking the size.

After several minutes to remove the corset and other feminine clothing, the young woman stepped in front of the mirror and tied her hair back in a tight ponytail. She adjusted the suit, making sure all the buttons were in place to hide her bosom. Luckily, the hoop skirt made it easy for her to smuggle a white dress shirt, black tie and a dark blue waist coat. Also, her brother didn't notice that she was wearing men shoes.

The final touch was a pair of spectacles.

She placed them on and stepped out but upon stepping out, she knew she was caught for she bumped into a young lady, about her age, at the top of the staircase.

She was a vision of beauty; luscious red hair tied back in a tight burn with hazel eyes against marble like pale skin, wearing a bold dark purple dress.

"Um…hello," she greeted with a tightness of throat.

The young lady, standing across from her, gave her a small smirk and pointed out politely, "You're not my brother or my father."

"No, I'm not."

"And your voice is one of a woman's."

There was a short but nervous laugh then a quick reply, "Are you sure about that?"

"Quite." The lady approached the suit cladded woman, observing her with a mischievous smile then suddenly, she placed her hand out, "Care to be my escort?"

"Um…I don't know your name?"

"It's Lily. Yours?"

After taking several boxes full of evidence, Adam and Dani's desks were covered entirely by the evidence that was in the hidden compartment. Kent and Susie had gone down to the victim's home with a CSU crew and Jane made sure that Korsak and Frankie were informed about what happened. Korsak and Frankie explained that the neighbors didn't know much about the victim except that she would come and go from her house all the time. There was also no indication that she was in any relationship either.

With not much, Dani suggested that Korsak and Frankie stick with CSU team so no one would interfere. In addition, it would be best if Nina and Frost head back to Headquarters to look through BRICK which had the most updated system when it came to the humans. It left Jane, Maura, and Dani at the Nightfall warehouse and Adam was working on the Council appearance.

Jane sat by Dani's desk, opening the box and revealed the piles of papers. "There's a lot of paperwork," Jane pointed out.

"Lots of research and items. Her notes are very intense and meticulous," Dani added, looking through the notes. "This looks like an all-night occasion."

"You mean an all-nighter?"

"Didn't I say that?"

Jane shook her head then they heard a ringing sound, prompting Jane and Dani to look up to see Maura stepping out with Doctor Harding and another person. However, Jane jumped backwards causing her chair to move backwards, and her eyes widened in surprise at the sight for standing right behind Maura and Doctor Harding was a large animal head that looked like an actual crane. Maura noticed the detective's surprise and asked in concern, "Jane, are you okay?"

"Um…there's a giant ass bird behind you," Jane spat out.

"Giant ass bird? How rude," the crane spoke in a German accent causing Jane's jaw to drop.

Maura glanced over her shoulder and gave a sheepish smile. "Please excuse my friend, Doctor Crane," Maura apologized.

Danielle let out a chuckle as she stood up from her chair and gestured for Jane to stand up as well. The Italian stood up from her chair then followed Dani as she approached the large crane in front of her.

"Ivan," Dani greeted, "this is Detective Jane Rizzoli. She's new to the whole supernatural world like Doctor Isles."

"Well the Fräulein seemed to be more adjusted than this one," the doctor replied with a glare.

With that glare, Jane felt like she could be eaten by this large…person…creature in the two minutes. Sensing Doctor Crane's feathers being ruffled, Dani continued, "This is the first time that she's seeing an anthropomorphic besides the Lycans and Untamed."

"Ah…" The crane then approached placed his feather covered hand out to Jane. "Welcome to Nightfall, Detective," he stated.

Still shock but a bit calmer, Jane placed her hand out and shook Doctor Crane's hand. "Thank Doctor and I'm sorry, still somewhat new at this," Jane explained cautiously.

"It's fine. I apologize for my sensitive nature; I'm not used to such an adjustment of humans among us besides Detective Stevenson. Your colleague here is quite unique," gesturing toward Maura who felt a slight flush in her cheeks.

Jane smiled, "She's pretty special."

Maura glanced over and noticed that Jane's eyes were no longer on Doctor Crane but on her. The doctor's blush deepens on her best friend's gaze and made Maura bow her head away, trying to not show it as much.

"Well, I'm guessing that Doctor Harding and Doctor Isles wish to give us an update on the registries," Dani cut in.

Maura's attention snapped from Jane toward Dani and nodded. Doctor Harding handed the folder that was in his hand and explained, "We've tried narrowing down the search but we're still very behind on this, Detective."

Dani sighed, placing the file on the table. Jane glanced at the file on the table then back at the murder board which held all the pieces they had so far. Her eyes darted immediately to the silver medallion.

"What about the medallion," Jane asked.

"The traces are pretty common among those who create these medallions. Ladies of magic are hard to come by especially in Boston."

"Covens," Danielle muttered in annoyance.

Before there could a reply formed, the office phone began to ring which prompted the detective to answer it. "Stevenson," Dani answered. She leaned back in her chair and sighed, "Alright, Adam…yeah, I'll be down there in thirty and I need you to make sure that the front row is open…yeah, it's for them. Yes, I know that…Adam, just get it set."

She then ended the phone call, looking at Jane and Maura. "You two are coming with me," Dani told the two as she stood up from her desk, collecting the evidence files around her.

"Where are we going," Maura inquired curiously.

"The Council meeting and you two are my invited guests."

"Do you think it's a good idea to let mortals go to the Council meeting," Doctor Crane inquired, looking at Dani with a concern expression.

Jane watched as Dani's eyes darted toward herself and Maura. "They have to go."

"You know that-"

"The consequences are outweighed by the matter at hand," Dani hissed with a British accent spilling through.

Doctor Crane huffed but gave a curt nod. He then handed with his feather hand, a file. "As requested, I analyzed the newest items in the Vault," he informed the detective. "Everything you need is in this file."

"Everything?"

"Yes, Detective."

Dani gave a small nod.

Unknown or even known to the detective, Jane was watching her, and it made her ponder what was all the secrecy behind the Vault. Danielle told Jane that she would explain about the Vault, but it had been bookshelf for another time. However, Jane's curiosity and detective skills made her wonder why the Vault was important.

She then felt a touch on her shoulder and looked over to see Maura looking up at her. "Have you eaten yet," the doctor asked out of concern.

Jane shook her head. "I haven't."

"Come, I think I saw a restaurant for us to eat at on our way here."

Maura then took Jane's hand into hers, giving a light squeeze and guided her toward the door. Dani gave a small smile at the sight and took a seat at her desk, glancing up at the clock to see that it was only eight in the evening.

Council meeting won't be until midnight, Dani reminded herself.

She didn't notice that Maura paused with Jane and looked back at the other detective. Jane observed as her best friend stepped back into the squad room. "Danielle," the other detective looked up with a curious expression. Maura tilted her head and asked softly, "Would you like to join us? I don't believe you ate either."

The curious expression softened, and Jane spotted a particular smile on Danielle's face; almost sad. "I appreciate the offer, but I got to finish up some items before I go up in front of the Council," the detective expressed.

"Alright."

Maura then stepped away, walking back to Jane who gave her a side hug. "You are too kind," Jane stated.

"Is that a bad thing?"

Jane shook her head and added, "It's one of the most beautiful qualities you have."

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