23 The Unthinkable The unthinkable happens in the aftermath of a firefight—one moment of silence, then two gunshots that change everything. As Ranger fights for his life, Stephanie is left to face the impossible: the man who's always been invincible is bleeding out in her arms.

14 IM Conversations » A collection of IM conversations between Stephanie, Ranger, Bobby, Lester, Mary Lou, and a few less familiar faces.

45 Twelve Days Late » Stephanie's latest case is messy—dead bodies, a dangerous skip, & a threat she can't outrun. But the real shock comes when a late-night craving & sudden nausea force her to ask a question she never expected. As Ranger protects her & Morelli demands answers, Stephanie must decide what's more terrifying—the criminals hunting her or the possibility her life is about to change forever.

7 Business Lunch » Stephanie's morning involves a car bomb, a death threat, and an impromptu haircut with a pocket knife—but none of that is as dangerous as what might happen over lunch with Ranger. A simple invitation turns into a high-stakes game of tension, temptation, and trying (and failing) to keep things strictly professional. (Written in 2006. RQFic)

7 Batteries Not Included Stephanie wakes up in Ranger's bed, fully aware that last night changed everything—but before she can spiral, a disastrous run-in with his high-tech remote control leaves her in the most humiliating situation imaginable. A mix of steamy tension, late-night confessions, and laugh-out-loud chaos, this is one night neither of them will forget.

18 Oops! An oldie requested by ChristineS. One-shot. Stephanie blows up another one of Ranger's cars. Must be a day that ends in Y.