Jisbon (Patrick Jane and Teresa Lisbon) is the canonical romantic relationship between the characters Patrick Jane and Teresa Lisbon in the TV series "The Mentalist." Here is a detailed timeline of their relationship:
Season 1
Red John's Footsteps: Jane's feelings for Lisbon are first revealed when he chooses to save her life over getting more information on Red John, shooting the only person who could lead him to Red John.
Season 4
The Crimson Hat: Jane's feelings for Lisbon become more obvious. Before faking her death, he hugs her and tells her that he loves her. Later, it is revealed that they only faked her death.
Red John's Rules: Lisbon is questioned about her feelings for Jane by alleged psychic Sean Barlow, who tells her that she is "a little in love with" Jane. Lisbon does not deny this.
Season 5
Fire and Brimstone: Jane hugs Lisbon and tells her how much she means to him, but then leaves her on the beach to confront Red John suspects.
My Blue Heaven: Lisbon appears jealous when Agent Kim Fisher is introduced to her, sensing a possible romantic attraction between her and Jane.
Season 6
Blue Bird: Lisbon begins dating Marcus Pike and decides to move to Washington D.C. with him. However, Jane realizes his true feelings and confesses his love to Lisbon on a plane as she is preparing to leave for D.C. Lisbon decides to return to Texas and to Jane, kissing him in an airport security office and telling him that she returns his feelings.
Season 7
White Orchids: Jane proposes to Lisbon in the series finale, and they get married on the property Jane bought to build their home. After the wedding, Lisbon reveals that she is pregnant with their first child.
Key Moments
The Origami Frog: In Season 1, Episode 1, the chemistry between Jane and Lisbon is already evident.
Lorelai Martins and Sean Barlow: Both notice that Jane and Lisbon are in love, highlighting their feelings.
Lisbon Reading Jane's Letter: A touching moment that shows the depth of their relationship.
The Socks: A humorous and flirtatious moment that adds to their romantic dynamic.
The Pink Dress: A scene that combines sexy flirtation and funny repartee, making it a perfect Jisbon moment.
Jane's Jealousy: Jane shows jealousy when Lisbon flirts with Walter Mashburn in Season 3 and when she plans a date with Osvaldo Ardilles in Season 6.
Hand-Holding in the Season 4 Finale: Lisbon is Jane's anchor during a moment of complete despair.
Jane's Reaction to Lisbon Being Painted with the Red John Smiley Face: A moment that shows Jane's protective nature and deep care for Lisbon.
Conclusion
The relationship between Jane and Lisbon evolves from a professional partnership to a deep romantic connection over the course of the series. Their journey is marked by moments of tension, humor, and ultimately, a strong bond that leads to their marriage and the expectation of a child.