Disclaimer: There are a lot of things in this story that don't belong to me, but Cameron, Abby and any other characters never seen on PC do. Plus - since it's been off the air since October - the idea for this story is all mine.

A/N: This story is….let's see….I guess you'd say fifth in a series, coming after my last story - Chances. If you've read my other stories you know that I like to write Rafe and Alison happy. So sue me. ;) That doesn't mean I don't give them their share of heartache. Trust me - I do.

A lot has gone on in my little world. Before you read further, it's important to know that Abby is Alison's sister. Her husband, Cameron has a similar story to Rafe's - 'cept he isn't a slayer. ;) Abby owns a bookstore that Alison works in and they all have kids running around. The rest - I'm still making up so that's as much as I can tell you. ;)

To my dear, sweet-as-sugar Awians and everyone else who has encouraged me along the way. The fact that I'm still doing this at this point staggers me (and quite frankly - worries me a little. LOL!) OK - fyi - Melody - This one doesn't start in the bedroom…well - not Rafe and Alison's bedroom anyway.

Until 2! Enjoy!!!! xox-G

Chapter One

She couldn't believe she had done it. She'd been able to convince him to let her go. Of course, she'd never have been able to without her mom and her Aunt Abby.

Katrina rode the bus with her bag at her feet, too nervous to let it out of her sight for even a second. Earlier, as she had eased her way down the aisle, people couldn't help but stare at her. She was a beautiful girl and when they saw her, people couldn't help but notice.

She didn't care at all about the thirty other people on the bus. The only thing she cared about at the moment was Danny and she couldn't wait to see him.

Katrina Kovich and Danny Thornhart had known each other forever. Her parents had been friends with his dad for years before she was even born. They actually babysat for Danny once upon a time - before they were a couple themselves.

Kate couldn't even remember the precise moment when she knew she loved him. She just did. They had always been friends first and foremost and it had eventually turned into something more. They had been "officially" dating a little more than a year.

Her dad could not have been more pleased that her first boyfriend was someone he knew so well, and the bonus was he was the son of someone he knew and trusted.

Kate sighed at the thought. Her father was unbelievable. If she tried to date anyone but Danny she was sure he'd keep her locked up in the house.

Still - she was glad that her dad had no idea why she really was so desperate to see Danny this weekend.

She stared out the window of the bus, anxious and excited. She couldn't wait to surprise him. It had taken her a long time to get here and Danny had been patient and understanding when she told him, in one of their more passionate moments, that she wanted to wait till she was sure.

And now - she was sure she didn't want to wait anymore.

As the bus pulled in she trembled as she walked out into warm spring air. She knew Danny was finishing his last final today. He was so busy studying that he hadn't really called her in a week and she was thankful. It made it so much easier to surprise him.

She had turned eighteen just months before and though compared to some of her friends she was far behind - she knew for a fact that true love was possible. She'd grown up in a house where she saw it - every day of her life. When she was younger she thought it was kind of weird but watching her parents together now set her heart aflutter. They were as in love today as they were on their wedding day.

The first one, her mother always told her. Only their first and third weddings actually counted.

She straightened her skirt and smoothed back her hair, slinging her bag over her shoulder. She put on her sunglasses to shield her sparkling green eyes. Her eyes and her temperament came from her father - but otherwise, she looked just like her Mom. Even though Kate was 2 inches taller, most times people couldn't tell them apart from behind.

She consulted the paper she clutched in her hand, finally finding Danny's dorm. She couldn't wait to get to college herself. It looked so exciting. There was a constant flow of young men and women running up and down the stairwell.

Everyone seemed to be having so much fun. She was pleased when two different boys asked if they could show her around campus. She simply smiled shyly and declined. She knew exactly how to get where she wanted to go.

Finally reaching his floor, Kate pushed her sunglasses to the top of her head and stood outside Danny's door, knocking quickly.

She waited a few beats and no one came to answer. She knew someone was in there, she could hear the water running. She knocked again, louder this time.

Still nothing. She was getting annoyed and impatient.

Kate put down her bag and pounded incessantly until she heard someone finally approach.

"Brad - I told you to get lost…" She heard Danny say as he opened the door, a towel draped around his waist.

Oh my. He's gorgeous. She thought as she sucked in a breath, her eyes running over him from head to toe. His sandy hair hung in his hazel eyes, every visible inch of him glistening with water. Gosh. How had she ever waited so long?

"Hey." She said with a huge grin.

"Katie." He gasped his eyes wide. "What are you doing here?!"

"Surprising you." She giggled as she leaned close to kiss him.

He kissed her quickly and drew away. "You're getting soaked."

"I don't care." Kate tried to pull him closer, her eyes sparkling. "It took me forever to convince my Dad but I finally did it. Can you believe it?" She asked as she pressed her lips to his again.

"I can't - actually. I never thought you'd be able to." He murmured as he tried to pull away. He hitched the towel up and said, a bit desperately, "Look. Let me get dressed real quick and we'll go get some lunch. Why don't you go sit in the lounge and wait for me? I'll be there in a second."

"Can't I come in?" She asked confused.

He moved to block the door. "I'd let you but - actually, Brad's sleeping. He had a rough night."

"No - he's not." Kate looked at him strangely. "You just thought that it was him knocking before."

Danny turned beet red, his mind spinning furiously.

She stared at him and crossed her arms over her chest, her temper beginning to rise. "What's going on Danny?"

His voice shook with nerves. "Nothing. Babe - c'mon. I'll be out in a second."

Kate wasn't stupid, but she certainly felt it. She couldn't believe it. "Don't "babe" me, Daniel. What's going on?"

"What's going on?" A sweet female voice echoed from inside. "Danny, sweetie - c'mon. Whoever it is - get rid of them already. The hot water's running out."

Danny looked down and stared at the puddle on the rug near his feet. He was still dripping wet. He loved Kate - he did - and he truly felt terrible. He didn't want her to find out like this.

She had no mercy for him. "Get…her…out…here." She said, her voice eerily calm.

Danny knew that voice. She was about to totally lose it. "Kate…" He began.

She sounded deadly. "Get her out here or I promise you I'll go and drag her out by her hair. If you're cheating on me - Daniel - I have a right to see who it's with."

"Kate - I'm so sorry…." He pleaded.

She pushed him out of the way and ran to the bathroom. "KATE. STOP!" He called out after her.

She couldn't be swayed. She whipped the door open. The source of the voice stood on the other side, wrapped in a towel herself. She looked at Kate with dark eyes, wide open in shock. Her shiny chestnut curls hung in perfect ringlets about her face. Even soaking wet - she was beautiful.

"Who the hell are you?" The girl asked, completely embarrassed.

"I'm Kate. Danny's ex-girlfriend." Kate replied pointedly with a grin. "Who the hell are you?"

"Katie - c'mon." Danny pleaded.

"Taylor." The girl replied, her voice soft. Her eyes were desperate as they caught Danny's. She knew who Kate was. She knew her name well and now that she had a look at her - she recognized her from her pictures. She wasn't expecting to face her under these circumstances and felt incredibly guilty. "Kate - we were - just…"

Kate cut her off sharply. "Conserving water. I know. I get it. You must be very concerned about the environment. That's so socially conscious of you - Taylor."

Kate didn't know where she would go - but she knew she couldn't stay here.

"Good luck." She continued, "Hope he doesn't cheat on you too. Remember to call first instead of surprising him and you might never have to find out."

Her eyes scanned around the room and she caught a glimpse of the picture she'd framed for him as a going away present. It was of her and Danny on the beach last summer. They looked so happy. That was a year ago though. Now - she was nothing but furious. She grabbed it and hurled it against the wall, satisfied when she heard it shatter. Whirling around, she nearly ran Danny down as she left the room.

"Kate!!" He yelled after her. "Katie…hold on…"

He scrambled inside and tugged on a pair of shorts before he ran after her, leaving Taylor soaking and speechless.