A/N: Hey! So this is my first Finding Sky fanfiction, and I'm really not sure about it...I've decided to post the first three chapters on here and see what the response is, then decide whether to continue. It features Victor and my OC, Ava. It's fairly Canon, except it ignores Crystals prediction forego Victor's soulfinder will be...apart from that i tried to stick to the books. I hope you enjoy and please give me some feedback so I know whether or not to continue. :)


Chapter One

Flicking on the coffee machine, I stifled a yawn as I crossed the apartment and glanced out the window. It looked like it was going to snow soon, bringing the dreaded winter season once again.

I went back into my bedroom to study my wardrobe, finally deciding on fashionable rather than practical. I'll be freezing in my skirt and flimsy shirt, but they're new and I haven't had a chance to wear them yet. Besides, no pain no gain, right?

The fresh coffee smell filled the apartment and I smiled. I put the drink in a travel cup and sip as I grab my keys and rush for the door. Being late on my first day of my new job wouldn't be a great start, after all.

I reach the restaurant with seconds to spare. Lindsay meets me at the door, "For Christ's sake, Ava, I didn't get you this job so you could screw it up on the first day!"

"I'm not late!" I protest.

"You should be here EARLY. Being on time means you ARE late." Lindsay said guiding me inside.

"Well that defies all logic-" I began.

"Ava!" She snapped. I half heartedly listened as she talked me through the job, which was basically just another waitressing gig. She lets me loose on the floor after the first hour, notepad at the ready.

I approach one table surrounded by a seven noisy boys and five girls who seemed to be constantly either showing great affection or great annoyance towards the boys. I throw on my best waitress smile, although inside I cringe at the thought of such a long order. "Hi, how are you doing this afternoon?"

"We're doing awesome." One of the boys told me with a grin. He had his arm around a tall girl with unusual hair. "having a kids family reunion before we head to the folks' place later."

"Less of the kids, please." Another boy said. When I really look at the group, only a few of them look under twenty one, the rest fully grown adults.

They all place their orders and I scribble them down. I took the order into the kitchen where Lindsay corners me, "So not fair, Ava, your first day on the job and you get the hottest table we've ever had!"

I shrug, sneaking a look at the table, "They're kinda attractive."

"Ava." Lindsay said seriously, staring at me, "They're Gods."

She persuades me to give her the table and I move on to a different area. I work the late shift, not leaving the restaurant until half past ten. It's dark outside, and what I had predicted as snow had turned out to be rain. Thick, heavy sheets of the stuff. I curse my own stupidity at my outfit choice; I never had been very good at thinking ahead. Within seconds I'm drenched and I've still got a twenty minute walk before I get home.

The restaurant door jingles open behind me and a chorus of chatter and laughing makes its way out of the restaurant. Glancing back, I see it's the table I gave to Lindsay. I look back to the long journey ahead of me and sigh.

"Hey, are you okay?" A voice said behind me. I turn to see one of the boys, the eldest one by the looks of it. He's holding the hand of a pretty girl with Egyptian-like features. "Do you need a ride somewhere?"

"I'm fine, thank you." I said, forcing a smile.

"It's dark out and you're all alone." The boy commented, "Don't you think that's a little dangerous?"

"I can handle myself." I said as politely as I could.

"But-" He began.

"Leave the poor girl alone, Officer Trace, you're off duty." The girl attached to his hand said with a smile. She looked at me, "Sure you don't want a ride? Promise we're not serial killers."

"I'm getting picked up in a second." I lied.

Behind Officer Trace and who I assumed was his girlfriend, the others were watching me. One boy in particular was starting at me in what looked like awe, but that didn't make any sense. He had a girl whispering in each ear. I have amazing hearing, but I could only pick up the odd word. The short blonde one said something to do with 'lying' and the tall curly haired one mentioned the word 'soulfinder'. I observed them in a new light; they were savants.

"Well, have a nice night." Trace said a little reluctantly. He clearly thought I was crazy being out here by myself late at night in the dark.

"You too." I said, turning away as they started to leave.

"Hey," A voice said softly from behind me. I turn to see the guy that had been looking at me whilst the girls spoke to him.

"I'm fine, really." I said before he could offer me a ride again.

"You're soaked, you must be freezing. Take my coat." He said, slipping off his coat and trying to put it around me. I step away from him.

"I can't take your coat." I told him.

He smiled, "I insist." I shake my head, "Think of it as a loan, then."

He drapes the coat over my shoulders and starts jogging away before I can give it back. "Wait!"

He doesn't, and I glare at his retreating figure. A loan? How am I supposed to give it back when I don't even know his name let alone where to find him?!

Now that I'm stuck with it, I might as well take advantage of it. I wrap it around me as I walk and instantly feel warmer. It smells nice, like clove and cinnamon - spicy and sweet at the same time. When I catch myself thinking about the smell of this guy's coat, I actually stop walking. WHY am I thinking about that?!

The walk home doesn't take quite as long as usual, even despite the dreaded rain. Water and I don't really mix, especially when it's hurtling towards me from the heavens above. I let myself into the apartment and lock the door, chucking the keys onto the kitchen counter. I peel off my layers, hanging the strangers coat up to dry, then slip into bed with a yawn; it's been a hell of a long day. Getting cosy, I use my power to flick off the light and quickly fall asleep.

~o.O.o~

The first thing I saw when I woke up was the coat hanging across from my bed. I frown at it. Why did he just randomly give me his coat? I didn't even know him! More importantly, how was I going to return it? He'd said it was on loan, implying I had to give it back.

Maybe he'd send his police officer brother searching for me if I didn't. I laugh at my own absurdity that he'd care so much about a coat which he was so willing to give away to a random girl. Then I stop - Officer Trace! Maybe if I look up cops in Denver under the name Trace, then I'd get at least a last name to go on. It's a long shot, but I hate debts and I just want to give the coat back already.

I pull myself out of bed and walk over to the jacket. It's quite stylish, simple and black but fashionable at the same time. Curiosity getting the better of me, I search the pockets. I find half a pack of gum, a crumpled receipt from the grocery store, a few loose coins, and...ah! A business card!

It's plain white, and on one side printed in black is a number and the name Victor Benedict. There's no company logo or business name, just white card. It's a little mysterious.

I grab my phone then pause...what would I even say to him?! I decide on texting, rather than calling, in the end to give myself time to think before responses.

Guess you'll be wanting your coat back...

I don't have to wait long for a response;

Good morning.

I glance at the clock; it's actually more like afternoon. I slept pretty late and in just a few minutes it will be midday.

I read the message again. It's so casual, not even mentioning the coat or asking who the hell I am.

So...Victor Benedict?

I see someone's been going through my pockets.

I feel guilty and embarrassed at being caught acting so nosily, but then I realise he must have meant for this to happen when he gave me the coat.

Forgive me, I couldn't quite work out how else to communicate with you.

There's a pause, and then;

Telepathically?

I stare at the word. Was he joking? Or did he know I was a savant? I hadn't given them any indication, had I?

I decided to respond with something that could equally be joking or real.

I only save that for really special people.

Oh yeah? How do I get on that list?

I laughed, because if the list was real, it would be empty. I didn't have any savant friends, and I'd almost completely cut off contact with my parents a few years ago. I hadn't used telepathy in ages.

I preferred it this way, anyway. Sure, friends were good, but I didn't keep anyone too close.

You don't. I finally replied.

There's still the matter of my coat. You like coffee?

I rolled my eyes. Who doesn't like coffee? I'd been addicted to the stuff since junior high.

Yes, I like coffee.

Meet me in the cafe opposite where you work.

I tried to bring up a mental map but couldn't picture a cafe. I'd just have to find it when I got there.

Sure. 2 o'clock?

It's a date.

I shook my head at the phone, because this was hardly a romance novel. Discarding my cell to my bed, I had a shower and spent an hour deciding what to wear. Just because it wasn't a real date, didn't mean I couldn't dress to impress.

I leave the apartment at 1.50pm, knowing full well that I'll be late. I'm always late, but today was more plan than character flaw on my part. I didn't want to seem like the desperate clingy girls I'm sure followed Victor around everywhere. After all, despite what I said to Lindsay, the whole family were gorgeous.

I arrive outside the restaurant at ten past two and look around. It doesn't take me long to spot the little coffee shop Victor had mentioned. It's a cute little store with an old Parisian theme. I jog across the road and enter the cafe. The smell of fresh warm coffee fills my lungs and I smile. I make a mental note to stop by here before work in the future.

I order a caramel latte from the counter then search for Victor. He's sat near the back, watching me. I smile as I walk over and slip into the seat opposite him, "Hi...Victor."

He smiles back at me, "Hello..."

"Ava." I fill in for him.

His smile grows, "Hello, Ava."


A/N: Hi there :) I hope you liked the first chapter and the second will be up really soon :)

Just to clarify, this book takes place after Misty Falls, so there will be characters from all four books, but it doesn't really matter if you haven't finished all of them...the story should still make sense anyway :) please review/PM me if you have any questions or suggestions for the story :)