Jane and the others were on a shuttle to go check out the problems with something called "Project Overlord" when they got a message from EDI on the comm.

"Commander, the ship was boarded by Collectors. They took the crew but I managed to get rid of the remaining enemies." She told them.

"What?! They got everyone?" Jane asked horrified.

"Not everyone. Joker managed to get to the system override to give me temporary control. I was able to deprive them of oxygen before they could get to him and damage the Normandy." EDI told her.

"He what?! You're unshackled?" Miranda stood up and seemed angry.

"Never mind that. Zaeed, get us back to the Normandy immediately." Jane turned to Zaeed who was piloting the shuttle.

"Already on it, Shepard. Goddamn fucking Collectors." He replied to her.

When they arrived back on the Normandy, Jane ran to help Joker as he was just sitting on the floor in engineering.

"Are you okay, Joker?" She asked as she grabbed his arm to help him up, while Jacob grabbed his other arm.

"I think so. But, they- they got everyone else." Joker replied as he hung his head.

"What were you thinking? You unshackled an AI and lost the entire crew anyways!" Miranda started yelling at him.

"Stop it, Miranda. He did what he had to at the time. He did save the ship. It's fine, we'll get the crew back." Jane said to her.

"But-" Miranda tried to say but was interrupted.

"It's not fine!" Joker started yelling at Jane. She looked at him, surprised. "You left me and the rest of the crew here to fend for ourselves while you left with all of our heavy hitters! This is-"

"Joker..." Jane looked at him with a sigh.

"I'm sorry. Well, kinda. I do feel better after getting that off my chest. I know it's not your fault, but I saw them just dragging everyone away." Joker said to her.

"I know. I'm sorry. Let's get you to med bay to look at you. Mordin, can you check him out?" She said as she looked from Joker to Mordin.

"Ah yes, Vrolik Syndrome. Tricky thing. Most likely has multiple fractures and maybe even a few broken bones. Should get looked at." Mordin replied as he followed them towards the med bay.

Jane waited outside the med bay as Mordin patched Joker up. I can't believe they took the whole damn crew. Am I really incapable of protecting anyone? Jane thought to herself right before Mordin and Joker came out of the med bay.

"Thanks, doc. I'll make sure I'm careful for the next few days. I know the drill." Joker said to Mordin. "And Jane, EDI informed me that we should be through the Omega 4 Relay in a few hours." He told Jane before making his way back to the cockpit.

"Thank you, Mordin." Jane said to Mordin.

"Welcome. Always happy to help. But I would like to discuss something with you. Medical concerns." He replied to her.

"Oh?" Jane asked with a raised eyebrow.

"Dangerous mission ahead. Different individuals react differently to stress. Turians have dextro based amino acids. Could cause allergic reaction and even anaphylactic shock. Don't ingest. Use protection." Mordin started rattling on to Jane rapidly.

"Wait, what? How did you-?" Jane asked, confused.

"Small ship. People talk. Can provide oils and ointments to help with discomfort. Also, will forward some pamphlets to your quarters." Mordin continued.

"Wait. Are you messing with me? I care about Garrus and I intend to be careful but you're not going to scare me off." Jane firmly stated.

"Of course. Hormones. Regardless come see me later if you need anything to help with chafing. Do enjoy yourself, Shepard." Mordin said with a smile then headed back to his lab. What the Hell? Jane thought to herself then decided to go talk to Garrus.

When she arrived, she informed Garrus that they had a few hours before they'd arrive at the Collector base. He asked her how Joker was and she told him he said he was okay and that Miranda shouldn't have yelled at him. He then asked how it felt to have a geth around that wasn't trying to kill her. She knew he was talking about Legion and admitted it was weird, and remarked that it was even weirder to see him walking around with a piece of her old armor welded on him. He then turned serious and said he wanted to talk to her about what they discussed before. She knew he was talking about them "blowing off steam" together. She said she hoped she hadn't made him uncomfortable. Shit, I hope he's not changing his mind. Jane panicked. But he told her he was nervous but she'd never make him feel uncomfortable. He then asked if she was sure she didn't want something closer to home. She told him that she was sure and she wanted someone she could trust. She told him she wanted him. He smiled when she said that and told her they were going on a suicide mission for the good of the galaxy and he wanted one night for just them. She smiled at his reply and told him that they had some time then asked if he could meet her in her cabin in about 15 minutes, when he agreed she waved goodbye and left. As soon at the doors shut behind her, she hastily ran to her cabin to get ready. Shit, I really need to make myself presentable. I didn't realize that I'd be so nervous and excited about this at the same time.

Once she was in her cabin, she quickly got into her shower and washed herself up. When she got out, she dried her hair, put it up in a neat ponytail with her bangs showing up a little in front. She went in front of her mirror and applied a dark colored eyeshadow and eyeliner. She then applied some dark ruby red lipstick that she didn't get much of a chance to wear often. Hmm, I should wear something nice as well. Shit, do I even have anything nice? She wondered to herself in a panic as she opened her closet. Just then, she spotted the black evening dress and matching heels that she wore when she and Kasumi had done their heist. This'll have to do. I hope it's enough. She worriedly thought to herself as she slipped on the dress and heels. She had just finished up when she heard her bell go off.

"Well, here we go." She said as she patted the sides of her dress and walked to answer the door. When she opened it, she had noticed Garrus was wearing civilian clothes for once and she took a moment to take in the sight of him. He looks so handsome in those clothes. I like him in armor too but seeing him like this is a nice change, she smiled to herself. She saw he was holding two bottles of wine and assumed one was human and the other was turian. After a few moments of them looking at each other in silence, he tried to compliment her dress but seemed to be at a loss for words. The attempt made her smile even more. All of a sudden, he ran in and turned on the stereo and started doing an awkward dance which made her giggle.

"I, uh brought wine. It's not the most extravagant, but it's the best I could do on a vigilante's salary. I'm not sure what's acceptable for a human compliment but your hair looks nice and uh, your hips-." He started to say to her nervously.

"Well, aren't you just the smooth talker?" She interrupted him as she walked over to him and turned off the music. "You don't need to worry so much, Garrus."

"It's just everything I try goes wrong. C-Sec. Omega. I just want something to go right, just once." He told her as he hung his head.

"Garrus." Jane said as she caressed the scar on his face which caused him to look up at her. "When you got hit by that rocket on Omega, I thought I had lost you for good. I had never been so scared in my life. I had just found you again and I feared I was going to lose you forever. And no matter what happens, even if things get awkward tonight, I promise I won't regret a second of it." Jane smiled as she brought her forehead in and held it against his. After a moment, she felt his hand brush her and before she knew it, she felt him against her lips. It wasn't rough like she thought it would be, it felt gentle and she knew he must be trying to be careful.

"Was that okay? I didn't hurt you, did I?" Garrus pulled away and asked her.

"No. It was perfect, Vakarian." She smiled and pulled him in for another kiss. After a few more kisses, Jane grabbed Garrus's hand and started to lead him to her bed.

"And you're sure you want this?" She asked. She knew she did but she wanted to be absolutely sure he did as well.

"Of course." He replied to her as he reached behind her and unzipped her dress, which promptly fell down to the floor exposing her naked body. Smooth move, Vakarian. Jane thought to herself, impressed. He then laid her down on the bed and joined her. Before she could do or say anything, he had started kissing her neck and massaging her breasts which caused her to let out small moans. I expected some pain with how rough his skin looks but this is just pure ecstasy and pleasure. Jane thought to herself as she let herself get lost in his touch. Then she had suddenly remembered her conversation with Mordin and asked if he had some kind of protection and relayed what Mordin had said to her. He stood up and pulled out some condoms. Jane expressed her surprise that turians used condoms. He made a joke about that they don't just mate to procreate constantly like krogans before laying part of her bedsheet over her thighs to help with chafing. He then got undressed and she found herself biting her lip at the sight of his naked body. She wasn't sure if it was just her feelings for him but she found herself wildly aroused at the sight of him. He then slipped on the condom and then climb on the bed towards her. She felt him slowly lean down towards her and slowly insert himself into her. She gasped with pleasure as she felt him. He worriedly asked if she was okay and she assured him she was and gave him a kiss. He then grabbed her hands and held them over her head as he began thrusting himself in and out of her. She felt him go harder and faster as time went on and she moaned in delight and pleasure. After a while, she told him to wait. He looked at her puzzlingly and she simply rolled him over until she was straddled on top of him. She gave him a quick kiss and smiled. Time to show him what I can do, she thought as she put her hands on his chest and started bouncing on him. She moved her hips up and down and to the sides as she moaned loudly with pleasure. She felt him put his hands on her hips and eventually he moved her hips the way he wanted her to sway and she followed along with him until he firmly grabbed onto her and she felt him thrust into her as he let out a loud moan and she had realized he had finished. She sat there for a moment then rolled off of him. She then rolled over setting her head on his chest, her arm on his shoulder opposite of her, and her leg slightly bent over his. She let out an "Oh my God" after she had caught her breath. He asked her how it was and she told him it was amazing and she had meant that. I have never had it that good before, she thought to herself. She also told him that she wished they had done that sooner and that she meant telling him how she felt about him, and not just the sex. He looked like he was about to say something when Joker came on the comm and said they were approaching the Relay within a few minutes.

"Fuck!" Jane yelled as she jumped out of her bed and started to get dressed.

Great timing, Joker. Well, at least he waited until we were finished. She thought as she turned to Garrus.

"I'll meet you in the conference room after we're both suited up." She told Garrus as she gave him a kiss on the cheek and headed toward the Armory.

I can't believe we finally managed it. I finally got to confront my feelings and I know Garrus is the best thing that has ever happened to me. I need to make sure we all get out of this alive. She thought to herself as she smiled thinking about the night they just had together. She felt sore but reminded herself that it was worth it and looked forward to doing it again.