Greetings my fellow Degrassians. I am here to start my new story. It starts off as EClare and ends with Clew. This story takes place with all of them as adults. Drew and Bianca never got engaged Adam is a full male and in here he is with Imogen. The POV's will switch around and like in my other story you'll know who POV is who. If you have requests, you can leave it in a review or you can PM me. I will take any requests and suggestions you have. Please, leave reviews to let me know that you're interested. Lack of reviews means lack of updates. Now, on to the story.

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[CLARE]

She woke up, stretching her arms over her head and opening her mouth to let out a quiet yawn. Clare looked over at the other side of the bed to see that it was empty. She sighed, wondering where her boyfriend could be this early. When she looked over at the clock, she saw that it was 11:30. She had no idea that she slept that long.

Clare rolled out of bed and slowly dragged her body to the bathroom. She washed her face and brushed her teeth. Afterwards she went into the kitchen of her and Eli's apartment. There was no sign of Eli there, either.

Clare walked over towards the counter, seeing a note folded neatly on it. She took the note and opened it.

Good morning, or afternoon, beautiful. You were sleeping so peaceful, so I decided to leave you to your rest. I got called in today, so I won't be home until 5. Love you.

-Eli

Clare folded the note back up and threw it in the trash. She walked over towards the coffee maker and decided to put her some coffee on. While making the coffee, she went into the refrigerator and grabbed her a bagel. She put the bagel in the toaster and waited for it to pop up. When the bagel popped up, Clare spread her cream cheese on it. She then went to the coffee maker and poured her coffee in her favorite mug. She fixed up her coffee, adding her cream and sugar, before going to sit at the table.

The apartment was quiet. A little too quiet and Clare was beginning to grow tired of it. She was tired of being lonely. Even when Eli was here, Clare was feeling lonely. She loved Eli, but she felt like he wasn't all in like he used to. It's been five years since they've been together and he has yet to proposed. She didn't know what was wrong. Was it her? Every time Clare had mentioned it, Eli would change the subject. Honestly, it was bothering her. She decided once again she would ask Eli if he was ready to get married. They weren't getting any younger and she was ready to have a family.

Tonight, she was going to have something in store for Eli. Clare was going to cook his favorite meal, Chicken Alfredo with garlic sticks. For dessert, she was going to bake his favorite, apple pie. She was going to wear something sexy for Eli, letting him know what he has and could keep if he just popped the big question. If tonight didn't go as well, then Clare doesn't know what she'll do.

After finishing her little breakfast, Clare went to take a shower. She washed her body, following by her hair. After her shower, she dried her hair and her body. Clare walked out of the bathroom and went into her room, leaving the door a little cracked. She looked through the small closet only to grab her outfit for the day. After deciding she was going to wear a light blue camisole with a pair of blue jean shorts that stopped at her mid-thigh, Clare slipped on her undergarments then her clothes. She fixed up her hair next and then she decided she was going to go for a little drive today.

Considering the fact that Clare has nothing sexy, she was going to go to a lingerie shop. She walked out of her room and into the small living room. She grabbed her wallet and her keys, locking up before she left.

Clare hopped in her car and drove off to the nearest lingerie shop in town. Normally, she would drive far out so no one would recognize her, but she didn't have enough gas and she didn't care at the moment.

It only took Clare ten minutes to get to where she needed to go. She pulled into the parking lot and turned off her car. She hopped out of the car and walked to the lingerie shop. Her heart began to beat a little fast as Clare began to become nervous. She was afraid someone was going to spot her in here. If they did, Clare would just die in embarrassment.

She took a deep breath and decided to look around the store. Every time the bell dinged as the door opened, Clare head would shoot up. She laughed to herself, realizing how paranoid she was becoming.

As she looked around, she stumbled upon something that was so sexy. She just knew that Eli would like it. It was a dark purple baby doll that a slit going up the side. Clare decided that she was going to buy it. As she walked up to the cash register, a familiar voice called out to her.

"Clare? Clare Edwards, is that you?"

Clare turned around to see Imogen Moreno standing there. She no longer wore her hair in two pigtails. Her hair was in loose curls and it flowed down to her shoulders.

Imogen squealed and ran over to Clare. It's actually been a while since Clare has seen Imogen. The last time they seen each other was for the birth of Gracie. They did keep in touch a little. Clare would call them every once in a while to see how they're doing.

"What brings you here? Trying to spice up something for you and Eli?" Imogen asked, playfully nudging Clare.

A blush crept across Clare's face and she tried to hide her embarrassment with her hands. She nodded her head, her curls falling in bouncing.

"So how are you two? It's been so long since I've seen you. How's everything going?"

"Well," Clare sighed, "I'm still waiting on him to pop the big question, you know. It's been years and he just hasn't come to his senses yet."

"Oh, Clare, I'm sure he will one day. Maybe he's just waiting for the right time."

"I've been telling myself that for years, Imo. I'm just tired of waiting now. Anyways, how have you been? How's Adam and Gracie?"

"We are all wonderful. Clare, we need to do some catching up. How does a girl day for tomorrow sound?"

"Tomorrow sounds wonderful. I will see you tomorrow," Clare said, grabbing her bag from the cashier.

As Clare was walking away, Imogen yelled out, "Tell Eli I said hello!"

Clare nodded her head and walked out of the shop. She walked over to her car, got in, and put the key in the ignition. Clare sighed, hoping that this would change Eli's mind. She wanted Eli to propose to her. She needed Eli to propose to her.

[DREW]

Drew was sitting at Adam's house, playing with his little niece, Gracie. She was a mixture of both her mother and her father. Drew smiled as Gracie gave him a toothless grin. It warmed his heart to see something so beautiful. But at the same time, it made him a little sad because he didn't have a family. He didn't have anyone to go home to. He didn't have a baby to wake up to in the middle of the night to feed him or her and make sure they were alright. He didn't have a girlfriend or a wife to argue with every once in a while, then they turn around and make up. Drew was lonely and it was surprising that he ended up this way.

There was once upon a time he thought he'd end with Bianca. They were deeply in love and he even thought of popping the big question. That was before Bianca got accepted into her dream college and broke up with Drew. He hasn't heard from her since she left him. He called her and sent her texts, but she would never respond. He knew she was ignoring him, but he never knew why.

The door opened and Drew's head instantly looked up. He seen Imogen come in with a few shopping bags in her hands. She closed the door behind her and called for Adam to come down. Immediately, Adam rushed down the steps and was greeted by his wife with a kiss. Drew smiled faintly and turned away from the couple. He was happy that his brother found someone. He had no reason to not be happy for his brother.

"You will never believe who I seen at the lingerie shop today," Drew heard Imogen say.

"Who?" Drew and Adam asked in unison.

"Clare!" Imogen squealed.

Drew turned around and looked at Imogen. She had to be joking. Clare Edwards never seemed like the type to go into a lingerie shop. Clare was known as Saint Clare in high school. Most people considered her as a prude. There was no way in hell Imogen could be talking about the same Clare he and Adam knew.

"Edwards?" Adam questioned.

Imogen nodded her head.

Drew shook his head and began wondering why Clare would be at a lingerie shop. He knew that she was still dating that Eli guy, though.

His mind began to wander and he thought about Clare wearing a sexy lingerie. He thought about her wearing a sexy, red corset that pushed up her breasts. He thought about her wearing a matching thong to show off her perfect, round ass.

Wait, why was Drew thinking about Clare wearing something sexy? This was thee Clare Edwards! She was known as being the girl to wear an abstinence ring. He shouldn't be thinking of Clare in that manner, but he couldn't help it.

"What could my best friend possibly be doing at a lingerie shop?" Adam asked, completely stunned.

"Well, she wanted to spice up things with her and Eli. She wants him to propose to her."

"That doofus still hasn't proposed?" Drew asks, getting more interested.

"Nope," Imogen said, popping the 'p', "I feel sorry for her. She really wants Eli to propose. It's really bothering her."

"I'm sure Eli will. Maybe he's waiting for the right time," Adam reassured his wife.

"I said the same thing, but don't you wonder when the right time is?" Imogen asks, "Maybe you should talk to Eli tomorrow. You're his best friend. See what's wrong with him."

Adam nodded his head and walked over towards Gracie, taking her from Drew. Drew pouted and Adam chuckled walking away.

Drew began to think about everything that was just said. He wondered why Eli hasn't proposed to Clare. She was an incredibly sexy girl and any guy would be lucky to have her. If Eli couldn't see that then he was going to have to step aside and let a real man take over.

"So, Imogen," Drew said, smirking as he stood up.

"What do you want, Drew?" she asked, sighing.

"What makes you think I want something?" he laughs.

"Drew, I've known you since high school. I know that look when you want something. Spill it."

"I want to catch up with Clare sometimes. Do you by any chance have her address?"

"Andrew Torres, what are you up to?" Imogen asks, folding her arms.

"I just want to catch up with her. We used to work together for city council and we were somewhat close. The last time I seen her was when you and Adam had Gracie. Come on, Imogen."

"Why do you suddenly want to catch up with her?"

"I just miss hanging out with her. That's all," Drew said innocently.

"Fine, but if she calls to yell at me later, I'm calling to curse you out," Imogen said, grabbing a pen and paper to scribble Clare's address down.

"You're the best sister-in-law ever!" Drew said, pulling Imogen in a tight hug.

Imogen laughed and said, "I'm your only sister-in-law."

"And that's why you're the best. I'll see you later."

[CLARE]

It was exactly four p.m. when Clare decided that she was going to start making dinner. She knew that she should have started thirty minutes earlier, but she was tired. As she put the noodles in the pot of boiling hot water, she heard a knock at the door. She wiped her hand on her floral apron and walked to her door. When she opened it, Drew Torres was standing there with a smile on his face.

What on earth was Drew Torres doing at her and Eli's apartment? Sure, they were what you can call friends. They haven't talked since Gracie was born. It's been a while. She wondered how did he even get her address.

Not sure what to say, Clare stepped aside to let Drew in. She closed the door and walked over towards him, giving him a confused look.

"What, um, what are you doing here?" she finally asks.

"What? I can't come see my friend?" he questions.

"No, no, it's not that! I just wasn't expecting company today."

"I'm sorry to just show up without telling you. I could leave if you want," he says, walking to the door.

"Wait! Do you know how to cook?"

Drew turned around and smiled. "Have an extra apron?"

[ELI]

As he put the key in the lock, he heard giggles and music come from the inside. Eli froze when he heard a male's voice. Who could be in there with Clare? Why did she have a guy in their apartment? Eli slowly crept in and saw Clare dancing around with Drew. She looked like she was having a pretty damn good time.

Eli slammed the door and the two immediately broke apart. Clare's face reddened and Drew was standing there rubbing the back of his neck.

"What the hell is this?" Eli asks, gesturing towards the two.

"Eli," Clare said walking towards him, "Drew was helping make dinner for us two tonight. We were dancing as time flew by us."

Eli didn't say anything. He just stood there with an emotionless look. Drew cleared his throat, breaking the awkward silence.

"Well, it's time for me to get going. I'll, uh, see you later Clare."

Eli's eyes followed Drew as he made his way to the door. He gave Clare on last look before leaving. Eli slammed the door behind him and folded his arms across his chest, leaning against the door.

"You want to tell me what the hell that was about?" he hissed.

"There's nothing to tell you," Clare said, defensively.

"Then why the hell was Drew Torres here, alone with you and dancing!?"

"Am I not allowed to have friends, Eli?"

"You're not allowed to be alone with Drew Torres."

Drew had a reputation with girls in high school. Everyone knew of that. Eli didn't want his girlfriend to be one of the girls Drew with get his filthy paws all over. He wouldn't allow his girlfriend to be near Drew when he wasn't home. He knew how the other Torres was. He was known for making girls fall for him instantly. All he had to do was charm Clare and give her that smile that Eli seen Drew use all throughout high school. Clare being so naïve would probably fall for it.

"Do you not trust me?" she asks softly.

Eli groaned. He knew that voice. He had hurt Clare and she was about to get ready to bring the water works. He walked over to his girlfriend and wrapped his arms around her as she began to cry. Eli stroked her curls and kissed the top of her head.

"I trust you, Clare. It's him that I don't trust."

"Eli, he wasn't going to try anything. He was just helping me cook for you since I was a little behind."

"What did you make?" Eli asks.

"Your favorite of course," Clare says, lifting her head off Eli's shoulder.

"Well, it smells wonderful. Let's go eat."

Clare went into the kitchen to fix her and Eli's plate. She brought out their food and sat the plates on the table. She took a seat next to her boyfriend and smiled once he took a bite.

"Your Chicken Alfredo gets better each time you make it, baby."

"Thanks. I even made you apple pie for desert. Then after desert, I have a special surprise for you," Clare winked.

Eli put the fork down and shook his head, his bangs falling in front of his face. He knew something was up. Clare had a trick up her sleeve and she was going to do anything to get Eli's approval.

"What is it, Clare?" he grunted.

"What are you talking about, honey?" Clare asked innocently.

"Don't play dumb with me, Clare. What do you want? And don't say you don't want anything, because you wouldn't be making my favorite meal for nothing."

"Can't a woman just satisfy-"

"Damn it, Clare!," Eli yelled, slamming his fist on the table, "Just tell me!"

Clare flinched and she looked down at the table. When she looked up at Eli, tears were forming in her eyes.

"I want us to get married, Eli."

"Fuck, Clare. I told you-"

"You told me that you'd think about it! That was three damn years ago! Name one good reason you don't want to marry me, Eli!"

Eli took a deep breath. He knew that she was going to bring this up, again. Truthfully, Eli didn't know if he was ready to get married. Being married had a lot of responsibilities. Being with Clare and living in the same apartment as her was a lot. If they got married, Clare would want a baby and that's not what Eli wanted, yet. He wanted to get a little far in his career, then if he had time he could give her what she wants.

"Do you even want to marry me?" she asks.

"O-Of course I do, Clare, honey. You know I do."

"No," Clare said, shaking her head, "I don't know. Why are you taking so long to propose?"

"Clare, I'm not ready to get married and have a child. I want to wait a little longer."

"Eli, I can't wait a little longer!" Clare said, standing up, "I'm going out."

"Where are you going?" Eli asks, following Clare to their room.

He watched Clare pull out a small suitcase and she stuffs some clothes in there. Tears pour from her face as she does so. Eli began to panic. He didn't want her to leave. He didn't mean for it to end this way. He wants Clare to understand that he isn't ready, but she doesn't and that bothers him.

"Clare, please don't leave," he pleads.

"I'll be back in a week. I need a break," she says, brushing past him.

Eli trails behind Clare as she walks to the door. She opens it and turns around to kiss Eli softly on the cheek before leaving. Eli doesn't call out to her, because he knows it won't do any good. He lets her leave. Maybe a break was good for the both of them. He needed to clear his mind also. This could give him time to take what Clare said into consideration.

[DREW]

The constant ringing of his doorbell woke him up. Drew slowly rose from his bed and dragged his body to the door. He opened it and saw Clare standing there with tears falling from her eyes. She had a suitcase in one had and her keys in the other. Drew rubbed his eyes, thinking this wasn't real. After rubbing them until they began to hurt, Drew saw that he wasn't dreaming. Clare was actually standing at his house.

He stepped aside and let her come in. When he closed the door, Clare flung her arms around him and cried. Hesitantly, Drew wrapped his arms around her and embraced the warm hug. He rubbed soothing circles on her back as her crying slowed down. They pulled apart and his lips tugged into a small smile.

"You want to tell me what's wrong?" he asks.

"Eli and I got into an argument," she cries.

"Why?" Drew asks, walking to the couch, "Come sit."

Clare obeys and sits next to Drew. She lays her head on his shoulder and he responds by wrapping his arm around her shoulders. He lightly squeezes it, waiting for her to go on.

"I want to get married and start a family. Eli doesn't seem to want that, yet. We're getting old as the days go on. I can't keep waiting any longer."

"Then leave him," Drew states.

"Drew, it's not that simple. I am in love with Eli. Leaving him will be the hardest thing to do."

"Then, you'll just have to keep waiting."

Clare nodded her head and begins to cry, again. In one swift motion, Clare scoops Clare up and place her on his lap. He gently rocks her once Clare wraps her arms around his neck.

"Please, don't cry. I hate seeing beautiful women cry."

"So, if I was ugly you would love it?" she questions.

"Clare Edwards, you could never be ugly and no. I just wanted to find some way to call you beautiful."

Clare bit her lip and her cheeks turned to a rosy pink. Her blue eyes stared into Drew's for a moment. It was like a magnetic force slowly pulled them together in a matter of seconds, because their lips were locked. Clare's hand slowly raked through Drew's hair as Drew tugged at her bottom lip. She slightly parted her lips and their tongues began to battle for dominance.

Clare was the one to break the kiss. She hopped off Drew's lap and frowned.

"This was wrong. This was very wrong," she said, pacing around the house.

"But you liked it," Drew said.

"It doesn't matter if I liked it. This was wrong and it shouldn't have happened. I-I should go," Clare says, grabbing her suitcase and heading for the door.

"Wait, no. Stay," Drew pleaded.

[CLARE]

Clare dropped her suitcase and turned around. She walked over towards Drew, grabbed the back of his neck and crashed her lips on his. She don't know what suddenly took over her. She was kissing Drew Torres, though she was with Eli. Clare wasn't known to be the cheating type, but at this moment it felt so right.