'This sucks!'

'I'm sorry, Jane. It is unfortunate that traffic is heavy but we're nearly there now'

Maura slowed the car at the 5th red light they had encountered on their usually short drive to the North End. Maura glanced at Jane. Jane had her arm on the door and her head flung back on the head rest. Maura smiled. Jane was being Jane, and that made Maura happier than she could imagine. They were best friends, they could share anything with one another and it looked like the change in their relationship would not be affecting that.

The light changed and Maura decided as cute as a 'hangry' Jane Rizzoli was, she didn't want Jane to be upset for much longer. Putting her foot down, she sped off faster than Jane expected causing Jane's arm to slide off the door.

'Wow Maur'. You should drive like this more often' Jane was laughing now and Maura was beaming.

'I don't want you to get too hungry Jane, you won't be able to enjoy your dinner' Maura winked at Jane and reached to turn the radio up. Rocket man by Elton John was playing. Maura began tapping the steering wheel and she noticed Jane start nodding her head and smile to herself. As the chorus began Maura couldn't help herself and neither could Jane apparently. They both started singing as loud as they could.

'I'm a rooocketmaaaan..'

By the end of the song the girls had descended in to giggles and Maura was pulling up in front of Langleys.

'Oh Jane-' Maura paused to wipe the tears from her eyes '-that was so much fun'

Jane struggled to contain her laughter so she could reply. 'I know, I knew you can't sing but that was fantastically awfully amazing'

Maura gasped 'What do you mean? I thought we made a wonderful duet. Granted I am not the best singer but we do blend together quite well' Maura winked again and Jane felt her stomach flip. This time is had nothing to do with her hunger and a lot to do with the beautiful woman sitting beside her who appeared to be flirting constantly. Jane then realised Maura had been flirting with her for years.

The moment was interrupted by the valet opening Jane's door. Jane smirked at the realisation that Maura drove and she hadn't even really noticed. The valet walked around to Maura's door to take the keys .

'Thank you' Maura smiled at the valet then walked around the car and took Janes hand. Giving Jane a gentle tug she pulled her towards the entrance.

Jane lay on Maura's couch, clutching her stomach.

'Oh Maura!' she winced in pain

'Well, Jane. I did warn you against designing your own three course meal?' Maura showed no sympathy. She left the room quickly only to reappear moments later with Peptobismal and a glace of water. 'Have these, love. Your stomach will settle soon.'

Jane pouted as she took the pepto from Maura. 'I'm sorry' she mumbled

'I'm sorry, Jane' Maura sat beside Jane 'I didn't quite catch that'

Jane straightened slightly and cleared her throat. She reached for Maura's hands and looked into her eyes. 'I'm sorry. This was not how our first date was meant to end.'

Maura tilted her head and squinted. 'How was it meant to end?'

'Oh…um.' Jane's mouth went dry and she blushed. 'Well-'

She was cut off by Maura's lips on hers. The kiss was soft and she felt Maura smile against her lips. Maura barely pulled away as she spoke.

'Like that?' Jane could only nod as she felt Maura's lips meet hers again. She winced suddenly as her stomach knotted again. Resting her head on Maura's shoulder she whispered an apology.

Standing, Jane stretched her arms above her head. 'I think I need to walk it off. Would you like to join me?' Jane reached out her hand and did her best puppy dog impression. Maura giggled and took Jane's hand. As she reached her full height she lifted her head to kiss Jane again. It was fast becoming her favourite thing to do.

'Let me get us some flat shoes'

Thirty minutes later and Jane was feeling a lot better. Their walk had taken then to Boston Common. Both ladies loved it here. There were couples milling around everywhere and Maura smiled as Jane pulled her hand to her mouth to kiss it. They down on a bench to rest and Maura slid close to Jane.

'Thank you Jane for this evening. I have a beautiful time' Maura looked into Jane's smiling eyes and leaned close, letting their noses touch. 'I can't believe this is happening'

'I know, you know when Paddy Doyle Sr called me your girlfriend and you didn't correct him I had this flash of being this close to you and being able to touch you and hold your hand. Then I remembered I'd never told you how I felt, and I had Casey and you had never even hinted that you would even entertain a relationship with a woman and my heart kind've broke. I never imagined by the end of the week you would be in my arms'

Jane slid her nose across Maura's cheek and nestled her face in the crook of Maura's neck. Jane murmured something that was lost in Maura's curls.

Maura smiled. She didn't need Jane to repeat it.

'I love you too Jane. A lot' Maura took a breath. 'This is it for me. It's like we've been dating for years, now that I have you I never want to let you go.'

Jane smiled into Maura's neck, pulling her hair away and kissing it chastely. She felt goosebumps rise on Maura's skin. She decided that there was no way she would let anyone else be the cause of reactions like this ever.

'Let's go home.' Jane pulled away enough to whisper the words against Maura's lips. She felt Maura nod as they stood. As they walked back towards Maura's house Jane slid her hand across Maura's back. The night was balmy and neither had put on a jacket. Jane's fingers danced along Maura's arm as Maura's opposite hand curled around Jane's waist. They walked home and chatted along the way about the week about Patrick Doyle Sr. Jane had a lot of opinions regarding him and Maura listened quietly to Jane's rant with a smile on her face. All her reasoning for Maura forgetting about him was, besides the fact he was a convicted criminal that had just been released from prison, he was mean to Maura and ungrateful. This was one of Maura's favourite 'Jane's'. Protective Jane was just so adorable right now that Maura stopped, pulled Jane towards her a kissed her while giggling.

'Perfect' Maura stated as she pulled away 'Come on, we're nearly home' Taking Jane's hand Maura set a pace slightly faster to the one previous. There was an urgency rising as Maura felt warmth spread through the pit of her stomach. They were barely through the front door when Maura decided she was in charge. Pulling Jane flush against her, she crashed her lips against Jane's. She never wanted to lose the contact they had now, but she really wanted to get upstairs in case Angela stopped by. Pushing Jane backwards she flipped her round so Jane was walking away from her then she reached for Jane's zip and before Jane knew it her dress was slipping off.

Glancing around Jane caught a glimpse of Maura's dark eyes. Grinning to herself, Jane took off. 'Catch me if you can' she yelled and she heard a yelp behind her as Maura struggled with the zip on her skirt. Seconds later, as Jane mounted the stairs she heard Maura behind her and what sounded like Maura's blouse being flung down the stairs. Slowing deliberately she aimed to reach to door just before Maura and gasped as Maura slammed against her. It was rough and heavier than expected and Jane was really surprised to realize she enjoyed it. Maura turned Jane so she faced the door. Pulling her hair out of her way Maura peppered Jane's neck with kisses then slowly down her back. Jane reached behind her to open the bedroom door and the girls crashed through and Maura kicked the door closed with her foot. Soon Jane was face down on Maura's bed and there she stayed for several seconds alone until Maura turned her over.

Burying her head in Jane's neck, Maura began kissing behind Jane's ear and down her neck. Her hands where on Jane's hips and she pulled them roughly to meet hers as she kissed across Jane's collar bone. Jane gasped as Maura's leg was suddenly between her legs.

'Maura!' There was urgency in Jane's voice and Maura reached behind Jane to unhook her bra. As she reached up to pull the straps down she raised her head to look Jane in the eye. Locking eyes Maura leaned in. As their lips met the effect was instantaneous and they both moaned at the contact. Maura let her body fall slack against Jane's as they enjoyed the sensation of their lips pressed together. Resting her elbows on either side of Jane's head, Maura pulled up to look at Jane again. She smiled softly as she saw Jane's eyes soften and smile in return.

'Jane, I can honestly say I have never felt like this before. Thank you for being brave. You have saved me from a lifetime of heartache.'

'I'm sorry I doubted this. I never want to be the cause of heartache for you ever again. I will always be here for you.' Jane's breath was thready and the overwhelming urge to hold Maura tight took over. Wrapping her arms around Maura's waist, she pulled her close and she felt Maura's arms snake round her shoulders. She felt hands caressing her back warmly.

'Maur?'

'Yes, Jane?'

'Make love to me?'

Maura pulled up to face Jane again. She crashed her lips to Jane's and the kiss was heated. Passion coursed through Maura's veins as she showed Jane just how much she loved her.

As Jane arched upwards as her orgasm rode over her, Maura gazed at her best friend now her lover. This was how it was meant to be.