**I DO NOT OWN THE SHOW OR ITS CHARACTERS, ONLY BORROWING THEM**

(A/N: First of all, Thank you Kez for helping me come up with a title for this story! Love you babe! I just popped an idea into my head for VinCat as I was writing on my 'actual' book today and I actually suffered writers block on my book thinking about writing this fic for my lovely beastie fans... so hopefully my suffering will be over once I start this... not sure how many chapters I will write and for now the rating is T lol. I hope you all enjoy it.)

Chapter 1

Today was the day that the seniors of Bronx Haven High School would look back at their lives and smile at all of the wonderful moments they shared with each other for 12 years... They would move forward with their lives and better themselves as adults... today was the day that they would say their goodbyes and never forget the ones they became so close to.

Catherine Chandler stood in front her floor model mirror as she gazed at herself nervously. She knew that she had practiced her speech at least a hundred times now but it felt like she couldn't remember a word of it.

Catherine was smarter than most in her school. I guess having a lawyer for a father and a scientist for a mother was really helpful towards her education. She became valedictorian of her class and was receiving a scholar to attend one of the best law enforcement schools in the US.

But as she continued to look at herself in the mirror, she asked herself over and over again if she really was up to all of this... was she really ready?

"Catherine!" Vanessa, her mother called from downstairs, "your friend Vincent is here."

Ah... Vincent Keller...

Long time friend and neighbor since they were both still in diapers. They grew up together since Vanessa and Mary were old high school friends as well. Throughout the years as they grew older, both became fonder of the other. Catherine and Vincent were always protecting each other, then on the other side of the coin, they could really fight with each other pretty hardcore.

But the only time they would argue with each other was when one of them was in a relationship. Catherine knew she was in love with Vincent for years now... the problem about it is, she never told him how she felt. And she never really asked him how he felt neither even though they flirt a lot and spent a lot of time together which made rumors spread like wildfire. They didn't mind though...

She smiled slightly at the mention of his name as she sighed one last time before grabbing her speech cards and heading for the door.

As she walked down the stairs, she watched his eyes scan her from feet to her eyes. She felt slightly awkward by his gaze and began blushing.

Vanessa and Thomas, her father hugged each other as tears stained their eyes.

"Oh come on mom, it's not like it's prom." Catherine stated as she directed her gaze back to Vincent.

Vanessa rolled her eyes, "No, it's even better. Your graduating high school. This my darling is the beginning of your adulthood..." she paused to grab a camera and waved her hand for Vincent and I to stand close together, "Okay kids, smile real big." she said all giddish causing Catherine to laugh.

Heather appeared from around the corner and looked upset as she leaned against the wall.

"What's wrong Heath?" Catherine asked, "You okay?"

"Yeah it's just dad won't let me go to the party with you guys and it really sucks..." Heather huffed as she crossed her arms.

Vincent stepped closer to Heather as he nudged her arm, "Well that is because he cares about you and this party isn't a normal party for teens. It's more like a party for adults."

"Yeah Heath. And besides, I hardly even got permission myself to go..." Catherine said as she rubbed her sisters arm, "Trust me Heather, you only have one more year of high school left before you get to go out to all of the amazing parties. And believe me, not all of them are great."

Heather nodded and smiled as she hugged Catherine and Vincent in a huddle like hug, "Congrats you guys. I'm really going to miss you both being here."

Vanessa walked in with her coat on and purse at hand, "Okay we better get going so were not late. Grab your coats, it's a little cold out."

Vincent pulled Catherine to the side, "I'm going to head back over to my place and ride with my brothers and mom... but tonight I really need to talk to you... do you wanna ride with me to the party?"

"No Vincent, I'm fine. I was actually planning on riding with Tess and besides I would feel a little out numbered of I rode with you... Why can't you tell me now?"

Awkward silence filled the room as Vincent struggled to find words to say, "Vincent," she said softly as she placed her right hand onto his cheek, "you can tell me anything."

"I uhm..." he started, "Catherine, I lo..."

"Catherine, come on!" Vanessa shouted anxiously.

"We will continue this conversation at the party. I'll see you later Vincent." Catherine said as she slid her hand down his arm and squeezed it.

As the football field became filled with families and friends of the graduates, Catherine became even more nervous. She looked directly at Vincent from the stage who had seemed to be staring at her with soft eyes the whole time. God how she could just get lost in his eyes...

"Here we are students... teachers, family and friends of the Bronx Haven High School." the principal started as the crowd went quiet, "I want to start out by saying that I am so proud of every one of my students and I took great pride in watching them grow in their education. I must admit I am sad to see this set of seniors sail off to the real world because they have been the best students in my entire 15 years of being a principal. Catherine Chandler will be giving her speech first..."

As the principal called her name see looked back over to Vincent in hopes that he would save her from this speech but instead he smiled and lipped, 'I believe in you.' to her.

She sighed as she stood and Vincent instantly stood and whistled, "Go Cat!" he shouted as he clapped with the crowd of people, causing her to smile a shy smile and blush.

She took a deep breath and cleared her throat, "Good evening everyone. As you already know, my name is Catherine Chandler..." she cleared her throat again in nervousness then looked at Vincent, "Class of 2003, we made it. We are here today because of our hard work, dedication, and many other things that strive us to succeed. I can remember it like it was yesterday... walking through the Bronx Haven High School's doors excited to see the new world around us... the walls that would surround us in our last few years of childhood." She paused glancing back towards her mother, "We didn't realize that those 4 years would end so suddenly, did we? But if you think about it, those years flew by only because we enjoyed the experience and had fun bettering ourselves. The teachers and staff of Bronx Haven have been there through fire and ice with us... pushing gradually so that we would take that extra step towards what we want most out of life. I want to thank you all for your undying support and for always believing in us... for believing in me. Thank you mom and dad for supporting me and my decisions even though some of those decisions have been reckless."

Catherine's eyes stained with tears, "I wanna thank my sister for always being there for me and for believing in me enough to look up to me as your mentor, I am truly honored." She directed her attention to Vincent as she continued, "Thank you to all of my friends who always stood by me and was my shoulder to cry on when I needed you most. And most importantly, thank you Class of 2003 for being the great wonderful people you are, who shared every beautiful moment behind every wall in that school with me and my experience here at Bronx Haven the best years of my life. I am so blessed to be here and I couldn't graduate with better people than you guys. I will never forget our time shared and you all... staff, teachers, students, etc. will be in my heart forever. Thank you."

The all stood as they cheered and clapped, screamed and cheered Catherine on... especially Vincent.

Once the graduation was finally over, Catherine made her way through the crowded field to her family . She removed her gown and folded it as she handed it to her mother. "Wonderful speech darling." Vanessa said as she placed a kiss on Catherine's cheek and hugged her. Thomas did the same and Heather hugged her a little tighter than the others.

Catherine spun around when she heard Tess screaming as she ran up to her and almost knocked her down from hugging her, "Jesus Tess. Where's the fire."

Tess looked behind Catherine then back to her as she pressed her lips together, "It's definitely in Vincent Keller's gaze. He's headed this way." she lowly mumbled as Catherine turned around.

"Hey." he said smiling at Catherine.

"Hey yourself." Catherine retorted, "So what did you have to tell me earlier?"

Vincent cleared his throat looking around them, "It's a little crowded here... later?"

"Fine. I'll see you at the party." she stated to Vincent. He nodded and left as she turned to her parents, "Mom, I'm gone. See you in the morning."

They hugged and Catherine took off with Tess across the field.

Everybody seemed to be drinking, dancing or making out. Catherine walked around looking for the one person she wanted to be alone with all day and night but hadn't seen him yet.

As she approached Tess and JT to ask them if they had seen Vincent, Tess hopped up and grabbed her wrist, pulling her down to the cushioned mat on the floor, "Were playing spin the bottle."

"Wait Tess... I..."

"The rules are that whoever the shaft of the bottle is pointing towards... you have to kiss him or her in the closet over there..."

Catherine tried to protest... and then it was Catherine's turn.

"Go Cat... it's not going to spin itself."

Catherine sighed hoping that it would land on JT at least or even Tess and they would just go into the closet and do nothing at all... then the bottle stopped.

"Ha! It landed on a gap." Catherine said in relief.

Tess crossed her arms as she raised a brow, "Spin again."

Catherine huffed, "No way."

"I'll do it." a husky, sensual voice said from behind Catherine. It was Vincent and he sat down next to JT and Tess as he spun the bottle.

Catherine didn't know what in the hell she would do if it landed on her... probably die in a world of sweet bliss.

Then it happened...

It landed on her...

She almost screamed but closed her eyes to make it look like she didn't like the idea as she stood. Vincent walked around to her and he grabbed her hand, intertwining their fingers and they walked into the closet.

"You have 5 minutes." Tess shouted as the door closed behind them.

Catherine felt knots building inside of her stomach as his heated breath hit her lips from the closeness between them, "I can't see" Catherine panicked in a whisper.

Vincent laughed slightly as he pulled out his phone and woke it up for a little light. That was the moment that Catherine realized how close they truly were...

Noses touched at the slightest of movements... breath against breath...

Vincent knew that Catherine was nervous and so was he. He fell in love with her years ago but never really told her how he felt...

They heard Tess from outside of the door shout, "3 minutes..."

"Guess we better get this over with, yeah?" Vincent said as he cleared his throat. Catherine nodded and they inched closer, brushing their lips together.

He opened his mouth right when she opened hers and their tongues touched causing this sensation of heat waves to shoot through their bodies.

They devoured each other's mouth as Catherine reached up, hooking her hands around his neck and he grabbed her hips pulling her closer to him.

They couldn't bring themselves to stop as Tess slowly opened the door and people 'ooh'd and aaah'd' them causing them to pull away from each other as their foreheads touched.

"I...I need some air." is all Catherine could say before taking off for the door in a rush.

Vincent chased after her as the guests continued to whistle.

Catherine leaned forward against the railing of the porch as she thought about the previous actions, "So stupid..." she whispered to herself.

"For letting me kiss you or for kissing me back?" Vincent said from behind her, "Catherine, are you okay?"

She turned around leaning back against the railing looking down at her feet, "No... It's just..."

"Just what?" he said as he inched closer to her.

She finally looked up into his gaze as she licked her lips, "It's complicated... we're complicated Vincent."

He furrowed his eyebrows in confusion, "Complicated how?"

Tears stained her eyes as she looked away from him, "It's just that we grew up together... been friends for years and I'm terrified that if we become closer that... well... I'm scared to lose you completely if we move forward... plus, your moving away for college and so am I. What if it don't last? I mean, doesn't it scare you?"

"To death..." he said as he used his index finger under her chin to make her look at him. He searched her eyes with his, "Of losing you forever... Be honest with me... do you regret kissing me back there?"

She felt like she couldn't breathe from how close he was, "No, of course not. Do you?"

He looked down to her lips then back up into her eyes as he slowly leaned down and kissed her again. This time it was more heated. More passionate than before and tears streamed down Catherine's cheeks as she clung to him for dear life.

She pulled away, "I'm in love with you Vincent Keller." she said before she could even stop herself. Their foreheads touched, eyes locked as she waited for his answer, "You have no idea just how much I truly love you Catherine. I have from the very first moment I met you... and I always will love you no matter where this life takes us."

She responded by crashing their lips together in a loving way.

She knew that he was right... no matter where life took them, they would find a way to fall in love all over again.

10 Years Later

"NYPD! STOP!" Catherine yelled at the perp that continued to run from her. She ran even faster as her partner and long time friend, Tess, came around the corner and tackled the perp to the ground, "You have the right to remain silent..." Tess stated as she placed cuffs onto the man's wrists. Catherine sighed as she was exhausted from another busy day at work.

They proceeded to their cop car and put the perp in the back, "Nice work Vargas..."

"Same to you Chandler... Ugh, I'm soooo ready for this day to end already. You do realized what today is, right?"

Of course Cat knew what today was... tonight made 10 years since she graduated from high school... the actual reunion party was tonight at a hotel, "I couldn't forget it if I tried."

They started driving towards the precinct when Tess just bluntly asked, "So what if Vincent shows up?"

Catherine honestly didn't put a lot of thought into it, "Act the same way I have been for the past 2 years. I'm with Evan now... Vincent, he... moved so far away and we were young then Tess. We drifted apart...we just... didn't work out."

Tess nodded as she pressed her lips together as Catherine continued, "Besides, JT said that Vincent told him that he wasn't coming."

Catherine felt a little disappointed with that last part. Even though they broke up years ago, she wanted to see him. Despite being together, they were friends for way longer.

Tess pulled in front of the precinct, "Listen Cat, all I'm saying is that if Vincent does come, you seriously owe him nothing. No explanation. No why's, no what-if's. Evan has been really good to you and he's really hot." Catherine raised an eyebrow at her friend, "What? He is... Just promise me that if you happen to run into Vincent Keller, you won't let those old feelings bubble up again."

"Alright, fine. I guess I need to run home and get ready. But first, we have a perp to interrogate." Catherine said with a smile.

JT dialed the number but didn't know what to say. He pondered as his finger became anxious to press the green button. He finally pushed it and waited for an answer... if he even got one, "Hello?"

"Vincent, hey."

"Hi JT. Not trying to be rude or anything, but I'm kind of busy at the moment... whatever it is you need, you need to just say it fast."

"Okay? Well, I was wondering if maybe you would reconsider going to the Reunion?"

"No..."

JT sighed, "Why not? Because of Catherine?" JT was a little frustrated, "Look V, there are other people besides Catherine Chandler that want to see you again. Don't you think this is a little... I don't know, punishing?"

"JT, I am thrilled that you want me to be there, but it isn't just Catherine that keeps me from going back..." he lied as he sighed, "Look JT, I'll come if I make time alright?"

"Thanks man. I know you would be doing the wrong thing if you chose to not come. These things happen only once. I'll see ya there man."

Catherine arrived at her apartment to see Evan standing and waiting at her door... he was in scrubs too instead of a suit. She smiled as she stuck her key into the door, "So your going as Dr. Marks instead of as my fiance?"

"Uhm... actually Cat, I came by to tell you that I can't make it..." she froze as he continued, "I was called in last minute and I know how much this means to you and I'm so sorry... please forgive me."

"Evan," she sighed as they walked inside and she practically threw her keys on the counter, "We planned this for weeks... Can't you... just tell them you already have plans?"

"You know I can't do that no matter how badly I want to..." he cupped her face, "listen, I promise I will make it up to you and more this weekend. We will go to the cabin or something for a romantic getaway if you want. Just you and me..." he walked closer to her and she smiled, "and the empty cabin..." he placed a soft kiss on her lips, "and red wine..." he kissed her again and she smiled, "That's my girl. I'll be home by noon tomorrow. I love you."

She sighed again as he kissed her cheek and left.

Once Catherine arrived to the reunion, she felt pretty good to be there. Tess had separated herself from Cat to catch up with a few other people as Cat walked to one of the walls and leaned back against it. Even though she was happy to be there, she was still pretty upset at Evan for ditching her.

JT and Vincent walked through the door and a few guys that were football players raised their fists in the air and cheered with JT. Vincent looked around not really recognizing most of the people he knew years ago until his eyes froze onto a beautiful brunette. She seemed to be alone and nobody was really speaking to her.

His heart almost jumped out of his chest when he heard the echo of her name in his mind. Catherine Chandler.

He didn't know what he would say, but he wanted to see her so badly. "Hey JT, I'll catch up with you later man."

He started walking towards Catherine, trying to keep from being seen.

Catherine looked around hoping that maybe Vincent would show. Deep down, the thought of him just made her heart flutter. She missed him... as her friend, or at least she told herself that. She was truly happy with Evan... he does love her but it has never been the same type of relationship she had with Vincent. She started smiling when she thought about the times he would pick on her when they were just kids in the 1st grade.

Then she wondered how he was doing after all of these years.

"Penny for your thoughts?" a deep voice said from behind her. She turned around and almost fainted, "Vincent?"

**Again this is just something I thought up lol. Not too sure how to really go on with it but I will find a way if I have to lol. Do you guys want more? Let me know. And sorry for the mistakes. Anyways, reviews are welcome. Love you guys**