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those of you who already follow me might have read this before, it was my first fanfic ever and even if it's terrible, i love it regardless.
JUST AS A HEADS UP: the first two stories i have already posted [but deleted and will be reposting on this story]
this is a series of oneshots and NONE WILL BE CONNECTED IN ANY WAY, unless said otherwise.

the italics are clare's and eli's thoughts.
the bold are lyrics

i'm now working on finishing [life makes love look hard] so check it out if ya like (:
now, without further adu, i give you story 1 !

RING RING RING RING

"Ugh,"

Clare groaned as she reached over to slam her hand down on her alarm clock. She had already been up, just lying in bed so it didn't bother her as much as it would have normally. Although, the noise was still obnoxious.

"CLARE!"

Mrs. Edwards called from the kitchen downstairs.

"Time to get up and get ready for school,"

She continued cheerfully.

Her mother and father had been having daily brawls, but recently things had been getting better. Clare heard less shouting every night and the throwing of dishes had stopped altogether. Her father had said that he just needed some space and stayed at a hotel for a weekend. When he came back home, he realized he still wanted to be a part of the family and agreed with her mom to go to marriage counseling and so far everything had been better. Clare smiled to herself as she called back to her mom,

"Thanks mom, I'm getting ready now!"

She grabbed a towel out of the closet and proceeded to the bathroom. She turned the shower on and hopped in after slowly peeling her clothes off. The hot water felt good pounding against her back, it was tense. As she lathered the soap in her hair, she stared thinking. Her parents had fixed their problems and she had finally decided about Eli and was going to tell him when she got to school. She rinsed her hair off and then winced in pain, reviving the memory of Eli and the day of the dance. It still haunted her, almost daily. More often than not she thought about what could have happened that day, instead of what really did. The terrible thoughts disturbed her and she pushed them to the back of her mind, she didn't want to deal with them now. She was determined to have a good week; everything seemed to be getting better. Clare soon realized she had been in the shower for longer than normal. She quickly shut off the water and hopped out as she went back into her room. She didn't have a lot of extra time to pick out an outfit today so she settled with a baby blue button up shirt and a black, cropped cardigan. She didn't want to waste any time trying to find the right shade of jeans so she yanked on a pair of white leggings with fringe on the bottom and found a pair of light blue flats to match her shirt. She went to the bathroom and brushed out her hair, parting it to the right side. She blow-dried it so it wouldn't be soaking wet when she got to school. She found her makeup bag and put a little gray eyeliner on. She then put a light coat of blue eye shadow on, knowing it would drive Eli crazy. She admired herself in the mirror and decided it would have to do. She grabbed her backpack from her room and a bagel from the kitchen and was halfway out the door when she stopped. She wanted to make sure her mom knew she left; she didn't need to be worried after how good everything was going.

"Mom, I'm leaving now. I'll walk to school, don't forget to get me later."

"Okay sweetie. Have a great day,"

Her mom replied as she appeared around the corner and smiled a true, genuine smile at her. Clare started walking to school, it wasn't that far, plus the walking helped clear her head and plan out what she was going to say to Eli.

She got to school soon enough and her best friend, Alli ran over to her. Clare had looked a little shocked to see her considering they hadn't seen much of each other over break. Alli spent most of her time with Drew these days and Jenna occasionally. The break had actually been 3 weeks. Mr. Simpson wanted some more time to think about what happened the night of the dance and decided to leave the school as it is, not to stress out the students any more than they already were and, instead, gave us more time off to recover.

"Hey Clare!"

Alli shouted at her and ran over to give her a hug. She stopped when she got closer and saw the confused look on Clare's face.

"Hey, just because I was spending time with my hunk of a boyfriend over break doesn't mean we're not friends anymore!"

Alli laughed as Clare smiled from her response and gave Alli a bone-crunching hug.

"Ow, if you don't mind, I'd like to be in one piece by the time I get to see Drew after school."

Alli stuck her tongue out at her and Clare did the same.

"Sorry to mess up your plans with your boyfriend!"

She replied, laughing.

"Uh, I'll catch you later Clare! See ya in Media Immersions!"

Alli called while walking away. Clare scrunched my eyebrows together in a confused way at Alli, wondering why she had left so suddenly. Alli winked at her. Still a bit confused, Clare walked towards school and was about to go up the first step when a large hand reached over and grabbed her wrist. She yelped in surprise and was pulled around the corner, her back still to whoever had pulled me.

"Clare,"

She heard a deep, raspy voice behind her. She gasped.

Huh, I recognize that voice…

"...Eli?"

Eli snickered, Clare was so oblivious.

"What's wrong Blue Eyes? Cat got your tongue?"

She had a relieved look on her face as she realized who it was.

"Oh shut up Elijah."

She dragged out his name, her beautiful blue eyes shimmering while still looking at him. She glared at him at first, that is, until he smirked. Then she couldn't help but smile, but soon thought of him the last time she saw him.

"Okay, what's on your mind Clare bear."

"Huh? Nothing…"

She replied, while looking at her feet as she held back tears. She then looked back up at him with a hint of evil gleaming in her eyes.

Eli pinned his eyebrows together and she took off into school. He chuckled and proceeded to run after her. He caught her at her locker but she hadn't noticed him yet. He hid behind the open door, crouching down so she wouldn't see. She shut her locker door and turned still gathering her books. She finally looked up and Eli was millimeters away from her face.

"OH MY GOD-...SH!"

Clare cried out.

He smirked at her reaction and stopped her from going any further. He was determined to find out what was on her mind.

"Wow Saint Clare said God's name in vain. Quick! We must go to confession!"

Clare laughed and playfully pushed him.

"You've witnessed my sexiness enough for today,"

Clare stuck her tongue out at him as Eli smirked and continued what he was saying.

"Care to tell me what's on your mind?"

She had been smiling, just being with Eli made her happy. But as quick as that her face morphed into a frown.

Oh no. How do I tell Eli? …Actually, this might be fun.

She suddenly turned her smiling face into a blank one as she bit her lip and looked down. Eli noticed and looked concerned.

Great my plan is starting out perfectly.

"Um well. I-I."

Wow, stuttering too. This is going great.

"What is it, Clare? Your parents again?"

Eli asked, sympathy in his voice.

He even called me by my name, no nicknames. Well, better keep going since I started.

"Well, not exactly..."

"Then what is it?"

"I have something to tell you."

She replied, looking down sheepishly.

This is going better then I thought. He's buying it; I must be a good actress.

Eli looked at her with worry in his eyes, but answered nonetheless.

"Okay... shoot."

"Well, Eli you know I like you a lot… and I take it you like me too... But your rivalry with Fitz and after the whole situation at the dance I don't know if I could handle…."

Eli listened intently to her and his face instantly lowered as if he were about to burst into tears, thinking he knew what she would say next.

"...Actually leaving your side."

She finished and grinned at him. He waited and then it got through his head what she actually said. He looked at her and smiled. Not a smirk, a genuine smile.

Wow that's a first.

He shook his head and grinned at her.

"Oh Clare, I'm going to get you back for this don't you worry."

She beamed at him, proud of her plan.

"I'll be here, waiting."

He leaned in to wrap her in a hug but just as his arms reached around her, she ducked and ran off to English class, giggling at his expression. Eli laughed and chased after her.

Oh, am I going to get her back for that one.

Now that Clare had made up her mind and they were officially together again Eli knew he had forever to get her back. Well, at least until she didn't want him anymore. She ran into English and Eli followed, already having a plan in mind. Clare was sitting in her chair peacefully reading a book and he plopped down on the seat in front of her. They still had another couple minutes until class started. Mrs. Dawes was sitting at her desk, also reading a book. She was completely oblivious of the fact that they were there. Other students started coming into the class, not wanting to be late, but Eli had other ideas.

"Pst, Clare."

She finished the last couple of words she was reading and looked up from her book.

"Yes?"

"Hey, I have to tell you something Blue Eyes, come here."

She placed her book on the desk and looked up at Eli, leaning in to hear what he had to say. He slid closer to her, his face only inches from hers. And just when she thought he was going to tell her he wrapped both hands around the back of her neck and crushed her lips to his. He kissed her passionately and refused to let her get away, even though we were in class. Mrs. Dawes was still completely unaware of what was going on, but as he intended, most of the class was now staring at them. He decided to let Clare go then, waiting for her reaction.

"Elijah!"

She hissed at his and backed away. Clare, already pink in the face, turned to see the rest of the class whispering and staring at them. Clare turned so red, a tomato would be jealous. She whimpered and placed her head on the desk. He leaned over and kissed the top of her head, whispering in her ear.

"Told ya there'd be payback."

He smirked. She looked up at him, sighed, and plopped her head on the desk once more.

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Clare didn't see Eli much the rest of the day. He had told her he had a doctor's appointment later so he wouldn't be making it to lunch. She sighed, obviously disappointed, but sat with Adam outside anyways. It took almost the whole lunch period, but she filled him in on everything, telling him that they could all hang out again since she decided to give Eli another chance. Adam looked relieved.

"Well, I knew that was gunna happen, just wasn't sure how long I'd have to wait."

She gave Adam a death glare and he burst out laughing. He tried talking to her in between chuckles.

"Aw Clare…c-c'mon… you know…I'm …I'm…right!"

She slapped Adam's shoulder and dragged him off to Media Immersions where she would have to again tell Alli everything that happened.

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Meanwhile, Eli wasn't really at the doctor. Adam knew, but he promised to keep quiet and help him if Clare suspected anything. But the truth is, she was so out of it from everything that happened this morning that she hardly noticed anything around her.

He was whistling to himself outside of school. He was setting up his hearse for Clare this afternoon. When school ended Eli decided he would tell her to come see him by Morty and show her the surprise he'd been setting up just for his girlfriend. He decided to plan something sweet for Clare, as a thank you for the second chance. He went back into school when lunch was over. He wouldn't have to be on the lookout since he didn't have any classes with Clare for the rest of the day. Adam also said he would cover for Eli if she got close to seeing him.

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The rest of the day dragged on, Clare couldn't wait to see Eli. She was going to her locker; the bell was going to ring for school to be dismissed any minute. As she got closer she noticed a piece of paper on it.

'Meet Morty, accompanied by yours truly, in the parking lot at 3:05. Don't be late. (; "

She smiled and headed outside the school. She got outside the doors and realized she needed to call her mom and tell her not to pick her up today.

She pulled her phone out of her backpack and called her on it. They talked briefly, she was eager to see Eli. As soon as she was finished she walked over to Morty. Eli wasn't out in front waiting like he normally was. She frowned and peered into the front seat but Eli wasn't there either. She then felt someone close behind her and drape their hands over her eyes.

"Hmm I wonder who this could possibly be? Perhaps, Elijah Goldsworthy?"

She added with a smile.

"No, this is just a murderer, please take a look inside Morty first... before I kill you." Eli replied. She could feel the smirk on his face as she opened her eyes and gasped.

"Eli…"

She mumbled, speechless.

She must have never really realized how spacious Morty was in the back. Eli had a picnic basket filled with sandwiches and heart shaped pink chocolate. There were flowers all over and Eli even had romantic music playing instead of the usual scream music he listened to while Clare eagerly tried to drown it out. He had two beanbags in the back, one black (for him of course) and another green. She blushed. He must have noticed how green had now become my favorite color thanks to his emerald green eyes.

"Eli, you didn't have to do this..."

"Well, it doesn't count if I wanted to now does it?"

He smirked.

"You like?"

"I love it! Thank you so much Eli."

She gave him a fierce hug, sweetly pecking his lips when they came apart.

They got into Eli's hearse and sat down in the beanbag chairs. She admired the inside of the hearse and Eli's decorating skills. Eli immediately picked up a sandwich and ate half of it in one bite. She looked at him like he was an animal. He chuckled and said,

"I set this up during lunch, I didn't eat."

"Aw Eli..."

She kissed him gently. He was so sweet; She really didn't know how she deserved him. They talked the whole time they were in the hearse and as soon as they were done she hopped into the passenger side of the car while Eli cleaned up the back of the car and put everything away. Eli still had the calm, romantic music on. She then realized that it was a radio station.

Figures, I knew Eli wouldn't own anything like this. Well, it's the thought that counts right?

Eli plopped in the drivers seat and turned Morty on. They were driving for a couple minutes and then sat in comfortable silence. She could tell they were both in deep thought. Right then a song came on that Clare recognized, as well as Eli. She sat there swaying to the music and really listened to the lyrics.

If I die young bury me in satin

Lay me down on a bed of roses

Sink me in a river at dawn

Send me away with the words of a love song

The sharp knife of a short life

Well I've had just enough time

She sat there listening, and it suddenly hit her. This song reminded her so much of those seconds of pure agony when she thought Eli was dead.

Who would have thought forever could be severed by the sharp knife of a short life

Right then, those words pushed her over the edge. She started crying, tears pouring down her cheeks. Eli promised forever, until he was almost gone forever. Forever could be severed by the sharp knife of a short life. And the knife was what almost killed him. She couldn't hold in her tears by then. Eli pulled the Morty over and slid across the seat to hold her in his arms. He didn't have to say a word. He knew what she was thinking and she was glad because she couldn't have explained it then even if she wanted to.

"Now I realized why you were truly sad this morning,"

Eli whispered to her quietly.

She finally gathered the strength to respond to him, and Eli seemed truly surprised she was able to do so.

"Do you know what the hardest part is Eli?"

She didn't bother waiting for him to respond.

"Waking up every morning and sometimes even in the middle of the night, thinking about what else could have happened. How I almost lost you forever. And even thinking about it makes me so sad I can't even put it into words."

She sniffled and he kissed her forehead.

"I know just how you feel, Blue Eyes, believe me I do. I almost lost you forever too don't forget that. But, listen…"

Gather up your tears keep them in your pocket

Save them for a time when you're really gunna need them

Eli didn't need to say anything. She guessed she wasn't the only one who knew this song. They sat like that for another 10 minutes or so, soothing each other. Soon, too soon, they got back to her house and he grabbed my backpack from the back of Morty. He walked her to the door and she opened it. He reached out and grabbed her elbow, stopping her. She reluctantly turned around to face him.

"Hey... I won't put you through that again Clare, I know I can't take it back, although I really wish I could..."

"Eli, its okay. I have you now so lets not dwell on the past anymore."

He was about to leave and then hesitated.

"Blue Eyes?"

He asked so quietly it was barely above a whisper. He hoped that she didn't hear.

"Yeah Eli?"

"I – I love you"

She smiled and ran over to him. He picked her up and locked his arms behind the small of her back. She wrapped her arms around his neck. He kissed her, like he never has before and spun her around. He put her back down on the ground, his face never leaving hers. He pulled away and their breaths mingled, they could taste each other. They stayed that way, catching their breath, and he kissed her one last time before getting into Morty.

"I love you too Eli."

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