A/N: Hi! This story works better as a sequel to the Covenant than my last story considering the guys were, well at least Caleb was, seniors. I hope you enjoy the story. I'd really appreciate any reviews you care to give, I love hearing what you guys think about the story so far, your suggestions, and predictions. Without further wait here is:
Columbia Confusion
Chapter One
Separation
(Pogue POV)
"Hey, Pogue, can we talk?" Kate asked.
"Sure, what's up?"
Kate roughly grabbed my hand and slowly pulled me away from the loud abrasive dancing crowd, even louder screamo music and blindingly, bright, and big bonfire to the white sandy shore line of the beach. She sat down in the rough sand and patted a spot on the ground next to her so I would get the clue to sit there. I dropped on the ground my legs straight in front of me, leaning back on my arms before she began to softly speak.
"You're going to Columbia University in less than two weeks. I'm going to Stanford University. We'll be on opposite sides of the country, thousands of miles away from each other. As much as I care for you and as much as I know you care about me I think it's time we broke up. Long distance relationships don't work, and we'll just get hurt down the road if we don't break up now because I'm sure we'll either loose touch or fidelity."
"As much as I hate to say this Kate, I agree with you. Long distance relationships don't work, and while I don't think fidelity would be problem, keeping in touch would be. Maybe one day after college is done we'll both end up back here you working in some pharmacy or chemistry lab, me working as a family MD, and get back together, who knows?"
"No hard feelings then?"
"None, you just got balls to break up with me before I could get any to break up with you."
"We should probably head back to the party now."
"Yeah, probably"
We stood up and I pulled her into a bear hug, knowing that my first semester at college would be spend holding on to Kate's friendship to prove to her a relationship could work, and keeping up with all my pre-med classes. Pulling away from the hug we walked side beside with out holding hands for the first time in over year returning to the party.
I approached the cooler to open it and grab a tin bottle of Cherry Jolt Cola from it before letting the lid fall back down. As I grabbed my caffeinated drink, Tyler walked over to me.
"You and Kate fighting again or something, I noticed you weren't holding hands like you usually do. What happened? " He asked
"Kate broke up with me."
"Why?"
"Going to schools on opposite sides of the country didn't appeal to her, or me."
"So, it was a mutual thing then?"
"Sort of, I guess. I told her it was, and she got to it before me, but truthfully despite not liking the idea of her being on the other side of the country, I could live with it. She doesn't think it would work."
"And you think it could?"
"I don't know, probably not, but at least I'm willing to try. We'll still befriends though, and I figure if we keep in touch and keep our grades up during first semester I might be able to convince her to give the long distance thing a shot second semester."
"Good luck," he wryly replied patting my shoulder before going off to Reid who was flirting with a couple of sophomores nearer to the bonfire.
I felt my back pocket start to vibrate. I pulled out my cell phone and opened it to read a text message from Caleb.
(Caleb, Pogue)
herd about uand kate, wanna go to nicky's in a bit?
wat the hell, sure. Sarah comin? Wat time do we meet nxt fri?
no sarah and 9. Reid and Tyler join us nicky's?
u ask or me?
since they 2ft away me
meet there in 25min
cu
k i'm gone
I climbed my way up the rocks at the end of the beach to the dell where I parked my sunshine bright yellow bike. I put on my pitch black helmet and straddled the bike before turning on the engine.
(Friday Night)
I slowed my bike and parked it at the decaying gate of the old Danvers' farm house. I ran to the blue door with pealing and faded paint trying to avoid getting even soaked by the pouring rain than I already was, although unlikely because I was already totally drenched.
"Hey guys!"
"Somebody's late and very wet," Reid smirked.
"Get over it, Reid."
Caleb smiled as I sat down my chair around the circular stone with a ring of fire burning around its edges.
"Tonight is our last night together until November, and as has been costume for all of our forefathers, we will spend tonight reminding our selves of the rules created by the covenant during the Salem witch trials."
"Caleb, we know the rules by heart. Why can't we just have some fun?" Reid asked with a mischievous glint in his eye.
"It's the tradition Reid, and if we don't your fathers will know and have a nice set down with you guys. Do you want that Reid?"
"Fine!" Reid groaned agitatedly.
"How about I read them quickly and then we have some fun?" I suggested, knowing that this night would be hell if all we did was recite the damn rules.
"Sounds good to me," Caleb said handing me the book of Damnation.
"Rules of the Covenant are as follows:
"You may not will your power to anyone but your son.
"You never tell anyone other than your wife of your powers, unless it is unavoidable.
"Observation of our holidays must take place, whether you are with your brothers or not.
"Casting dark spells on anyone can result in exile if your brothers vote it.
"Darklings should never be ignored, and are warning signs that will frighten you, although they cannot harm you.
"Last but not least, if ever a brother is in need come to his aid as quickly as possible, for your abandonment will lead you to exile."
I slammed the book shut and placed the book back on the shelf with my powers.
"So, what do we do now boys?" Reid asked.
"How about some pool at my house" Tyler interjected.
"Alright, let's do that," Caleb agreed.
I nodded my head in agreement with Caleb and Tyler.
"Alright baby boy, as long as I get to drive," Reid smiled knowing Tyler would let him.
