Title: Never Let Go

Summary: This is just a story about Kate and Jack's love. A new member comes to camp and teaches them life lessons that can get them through anything, even when their relationship is at rough times.

Rating: T

Main Characters: Mostly Jack, Kate and my new character which you'll meet later in the story. But all of the other castaways are in here too, except for Boone.

Setting: On the island. Story is set right after Boone dies.

Other Information: I know, I'm writing a lot of stories at once, but I promise you that this one I will try to continue with. It's just that it's so hard to pick out one thing to write about.

Dedication: To all of the Jaters that have taken their time to read this. Go Jate!!!!

Disclaimer: I do not own Lost. I wish I owned Lost, but sorry, I don't own anything except for the new character I made up.

Thanks and please read and review!!!

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Chapter One

The Sand

Kate stirred and stretched, her skin as soft as a new born's. One finger after the other moved in gentle exploration of the ground that cradled her. She could feel warmth filling her, tickling her throat. She let out a heavy sigh. Kate felt a thousand joys around her at once; the warm sand underneath her, the waves crashing peacefully and lightly onto the shore, the rustling of leaves in the jungle, and the voices of other castaways. Kate felt a touch on her arm.

Her eyes opened to brightness, and her ears to a voice. "Hey, Kate," Jack said and lied down next to her on the beach. "Hey," Kate responded and turned her head to him. She stared into his eyes, full of mystery. "Are you okay? You seem kind of… lonely, just sitting over here by yourself," Jack asked. "Yeah, I'm okay," Kate answered as she sat up. She hugged her knees close to her. Jack got into a sitting position also.

For a moment they were in silence, just watching the waves. The waves built up, and hung in the air for a second before they made a loud crash onto the wet sand. Then the water swift and swayed and then formed a new wave, repeating the process. Kate thought it was somewhat peaceful, even though the current was getting higher and the ocean was getting more rough. She had always liked the beach anyway. A seagull hovered over the ocean out in the distance.

"So, did you bury Boone yet?" Kate asked. "Yeah," Jack replied, "we're having a ceremony this evening." Kate looked down at her shoes, which were digging into the soft sand. Her eyes suddenly filled with tears. The hot tears ran down her face. Jack put his arm around her waist. "It's okay, Kate," he said, trying to comfort her. "I know. It's just that I barely knew him, and he was in so much pain when he died," Kate chocked up and couldn't talk anymore. "I know, Kate. I'm sad too," Jack let her rest her head on his shoulder. "But there was really nothing I could do. I thought I would be able to save him, I really thought so. But I couldn't."

Kate closed her eyes slowly. She could feel Jack's warm breath on her hair. She felt comforted in his arms and she felt like she never wanted him to let go. Kate felt so safe in his arms, and she knew that he cared a lot about her. Her arms wrapped around his arm. Her tears had dried now. Kate let out another long sigh.

"Let's go back to camp, Kate. You look tired," Jack suggested. Kate's eyes snapped open and back into reality. "Wait, Jack," Kate said just as he was about to get up, "Remember that time I kissed you in the jungle? But then I ran away? Well, I'm sorry for running. I don't even though why. I was just scared. But I'm not sorry that I kissed you, Jack. I wanted to," Kate just let it all out. Jack looked at her for a moment, and then his mouth formed into a small smile. "I'm glad you kissed me too, Kate." And with that, they slowly lifted off of the ground and started walking back to camp. Kate's legs felt weak from lying on the sand for a long time without moving. She let go of Jack's hand and tucked a brown curl behind her ear, then locked hands with Jack again. They looked at each other and Jack was still smiling. Kate smiled softly, too.

Sawyer saw them as they got closer to the tents, holding hands and looking at each other. Sawyer lowered his eyes. "Howdy, Doc," He called over to Jack. Kate saw him and she turned her face, feeling embarrassed. Her hand slipped out of Jacks for a moment. Sawyer just went back to chopping wood, still feeling a bit jealous.

Kate reached her tent and went inside. She stumbled over to the makeshift bed. She rested her head on the small pillow and closed her eyes. Jack didn't leave; he just kneeled on the ground, watching her. Kate's hand reached up to her head and she let a tiny moan escape her trembling lips.

"Are you okay?" Jack asked, inching closer. "Yeah, I just… I just have a headache," Kate said, her eyes still closed tightly. Kate moaned some more and then pulled her hand away from her aching head. Jack grabbed a wash cloth and a water bottle that was standing on a small stack of books. He wet the cloth and gently placed in on her head. Kate felt the some of the pain go away. The water was warm and soothing.

"Just try to get some sleep and you'll be better in the morning," Jack assured her. Kate turned her head slowly and her eyes flickered open. She could still feel Jack's hand locked in with hers. She felt safe and comforted.

Their gazes met for a second and neither of them dared to blink.

"Don't let go," Kate whispered under her breath, and then her eyes flickered shut again, in silence.

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Authors Note: So, there's the first chapter. I hope you like it. Please Review!!!!

Next Chapter: A new castaway arrives. What's her story?? How did she come here??? Read chapter 2 to find out!! I'll try to get it done ASAP.