Well, how's it been. I hope that you have liked my story so far. I know, the first chapter wasn't that great, but hey, they never are. I hope you enjoy this one much more ... and when you're done ... can you please leave me a review so I can know what you thought. Thank you.

Chapter 2 First Dates Are Great?

December 1, 1976

"Damn, maybe I should have worn more cologne" Kelso said as he waited impatiently for his date. She was actually an improbable choice for him as she was only a freshman, and Kelso, the sophomore, always dated girls in the same grade or higher than him. However, after a recent rejection from a junior, he had a mind-blowing epiphany on girls – if he went after girls that were younger than him, it was more likely that he would get action on the first date, since they did not know any better. They did not know yet that a guy; especially one like Kelso will pretty much do anything for action, and that he will go through many expensive dates and presents just to get some. Kelso knew that concept all to well, as his last girlfriend worked him over for well over a month, and then broke up with him – and he didn't even get to second base.

"That bitch" Kelso thought as he grew restless at the mall entrance.

"Ya know, if you are with a girl for that long, and did all that stuff that I did … then, you know, I deserve something in return."

It was not as though all Kelso was after was hooking up with girls, far from it. Actually, he was hoping soon that he would find himself in a long term relationship, and not having to bounce from girl to girl like some man whore. Although his brain or raging hormones did not know it, Kelso was looking for something far greater than sex; it was love. Problem was however that only Kelso's heart knew that, and it was having extreme difficulty reaching his mind.

That's were Jackie Burkhart came in. Kelso had decided to test his theory on her; a pretty, popular, presumptuous freshman cheerleader. Jackie was the one alright, for she was not only one of the most attractive freshmen, she might have been the most attractive girl in the school. Instantly, Kelso knew the first time he saw her; he wanted to "fool around" with her – a really good sign.

"She's just so fine … and a gorgeous man deserves a gorgeous woman."

Kelso decided to keep reminiscing. It wasn't hard for him to ask her out on a date. He just started to talk to her, and used his charm at full strength. Kelso was never scared that she wouldn't be interested in him; no girl could resist the Kelso charm. All of his brothers had it, and they taught him well. They knew that all a man needed to quickly get a first date with a girl was swagger and attractiveness. He was no doubt attractive, and although Kelso was not the sharpest one of all his brothers, he still cultivated the same swagger that made their name legendary. In about a week, he had stolen the heart of Jackie, and a week later, they scheduled their first date.

Much like a soldier prepares himself for battle, Kelso prepared himself for the date, for the two weren't really that different; a test of character and will to see if the person could reach their objective with the fewest amount of setbacks. Sound pretty much the same.

After taking a shower using a special conditioner mix that only his family knew about, Kelso then dressed and put on cologne making sure he did everything right; one wrong step could mean defeat, once again just like in battle. After putting his hand picked clothes on, Kelso used mouthwash; gargling longer than normal to prolong the minty freshness in his mouth. One more thing; he always carried gum; mints were just too impractical, and did not last nearly enough. Also, girls tended to like gum more than mints. You know, for an idiot, Kelso seemed to be pretty intelligent when it came to women.

"Finally, she's here." Kelso took one more glance in the window to see if he was perfect for Jackie, and then stepped out the door to meet her.

"Thank you for the ride daddy" Jackie said to her father, as she stepped out of his luxurious Mercedes.

"You sure you trust this boy" her father replied, pointing to Kelso.
"Oh I'm sure. Michael's a nice boy, you should meet him."

"Oh that's fine. I'll trust him as long as you trust him."

"Thank you daddy."

"I'll pick you up at 11:30; have a great time princess." Her father gave her a light kiss on the cheek and drove away, leaving the young lovebirds alone.

"Michael!"

Jackie ran over to him and without delay put her arms around him. Electricity surged through her body as Kelso picked her up and swung her around, before gently placing her feet back on the ground. It was this kind of unexpectedness that Jackie had grown fond of with Kelso. Although she had talked to him before, up until two weeks ago, he seemed not that interested in her, casting her off as another girl. On the contrast, she desperately wanted to be "the girl" in his life.

Ever since she came to the school in 7th grade, she found him very attractive; but when she became a freshman, and saw him again, she fell practically in love. She didn't care that all of her cheerleader friends dated football or basketball players; she wanted Michael. Besides, he was still highly respected by his classmates, as his brother was the star quarterback for Point Place, and Michael had shown promise in football until he quit when he came to the high school. Most people said it was because he was afraid that he would disappoint his brother. However, Jackie believed that Michael didn't want to play football because he was afraid of disappointing himself; that if he played, he might not be as good as his brother, which Michael could not endure. At least, that's what Jackie got out of it. She could relate to this because she felt it necessary to be the best as well. If she wasn't the prettiest, most popular girl in her class, like her sister before her, then Jackie probably would have stopped trying to be all of those things. She had to prove herself. She had to know that she could live up to her family's expectations. Not doing so would destroy her. That is what she also saw with Kelso and his brothers and that is also why she felt deeply attracted to him. It wasn't just the looks, or the charm; it was his personality – Kelso was the male version of Jackie. She always knew that if she was going to marry someone, the man would have to be completely compatible with her; and that was Michael. That is why she had already fallen in love with him even before he really started taking to her. She knew why. Like in all of the romance novels she had read, there was only one explanation – it was destiny. They would be together because it was supposed to happen. There was one problem; he didn't really talk to her.

Then all of a sudden, he was everywhere; serenading her with his good looks and charm. Jackie could hardly believe it to be true, and at first thought he was playing a trick on her. Then, one day, he unexpectedly pulled aside and said that he really liked her. So much that he wanted to go out on a date with her. Jackie couldn't even express the joy she felt, and could only reply with a simple yes.

… and now she was with him. She didn't know what would happen this night. She only hoped that he would not try to go too far with her because … as embarrassing as it was, she never had her first kiss; but that didn't matter. She was sure he would be a gentleman, and by the end of the night have her first kiss.

"So how have you been Jackie" Kelso said as they entered the mall, and headed up the escalator. It was a standard question, but girls seemed to love it when a man asked how they were doing.

"I'm great. You are just the most perfect person in the world. I can't wait to see the movie with you."

They continued their conversation, but as they were walking, Kelso noticed something troubling. Something he had never encountered.

"Huh, this girl seems really interested with me" Kelso thought as they continued walking. "Maybe … maybe I shouldn't push it on this date." Not push it? That was preposterous. With every girl Kelso ever went out with, he either had gotten to first or second on the first date, so why should this girl be any different? This wasn't barely first either. This was all out, hands grabbing everything, making out. Kelso always got there on the first date, and he was not about to change. Or was he? "Damn, this is as confusing as math"

Kelso knew that on first dates, girls tended to want more than to just see a movie, so the two headed to the Fatso Burger in the mall to eat. The place was an ideal choice for first dates, since it had good food at a decent price so Kelso would still have lots of money for later. Also the place didn't have to be upscale and expensive for the first date.

They ordered their food and sat down. They had a pretty typical conversation, about the movie they were going to see, what's going on at school, and are you having a nice time? Then the conversation suddenly shifted:

"So … just curious Jackie, but how many dates have you been on before?"

"Oh … plenty" Jackie replied, not wanting to say she had really only been on a few … and they were all terrible.

"I bet, a girl as pretty as you probably has every guy around hitting on her." Kelso was always the sweet talker.

"Awwww" was all that Jackie could reply.

"No really. I wouldn't be surprised if everyone in the school wants to do it with you."
The thought of that struck Jackie hard. She hadn't even had her first kiss, let alone coming close to sex. It affected her in a profound way. For some reason, it made Kelso seem like an honest guy, and she could trust him with anything. She had to tell him.

"Michael … that's probably not true."

"Huh?"

Jackie cleared her throat first.

"Michael I haven't even had my first kiss yet."

The words let Kelso dumbfounded. "She hasn't had her first kiss yet" he thought. "Ohhhhh shit." He knew what that meant. It meant that he had his work cut out for him if he wanted to continue his streak. Although he had never given a girl her first kiss, he did know that all girls wanted their first kiss to be special and romantic. This meant that he would have to wait for the right moment; and also that his hopes of making out were not looking good. "Man, out of all the girls I could have chosen …" – but maybe this wasn't a bad thing after all. After all, he was Michael Kelso … he needed a challenge.

"Really?" he finally replied.

"You're not mad are you?"

"Mad? Why would I be mad?"

"I don't know?"

"Hey, when I asked you out, I wasn't looking out for a make out buddy. I was looking for more." He had an answer for everything tonight, just like always. However, it just didn't feel the same. He didn't feel upset over the fact that there was a slim chance of any fun with Jackie tonight. It actually pleased him. Maybe this was the girl that his heart had been looking for … but his brain took care of that. "I'm getting somewhere tonight" he said to himself as they got up to leave. "Well, maybe not … man, all of this thinking is hurting my brain. I should have brought Pam Macey instead. Now there's a girl I know I could get with. Then again, maybe I can do it with Jackie. I mean, it's obvious she likes me … and let's face, I look good today … eh, oh well, I'll worry about it later."

Finally, the time had arrived for them to go to the movie theater. The movie they were going to see, Rocky was all the craze around town. It apparently was about some boxer who was down on his luck and the heavyweight champ gave him a shot at a fight. Seemed like a good movie to Kelso. He would have seen it earlier, but Jackie hadn't seen it either, so he decided to wait and watch it with her.

The theater was almost filled to capacity. From what Kelso could see, this was a really good movie. They took their seat in the far back, away from most of the people. Kelso was also pleased that Jackie did not want anything from the concession stand; more money for later. The movie started, and Kelso began with his typical routine; putting his arm around the girl, whispering in her ear, it was all good stuff. Then came the scene in the movie where Rocky takes Adrian out to the ice rink. Now at a time like this in a movie would be where Kelso would start making his move … but he couldn't do it. It just didn't feel right.

"What the hell is wrong with me" he began thinking as he looked at Jackie.

"I'm here … with a hot girl … at the movies … so what's the problem?" Problem was that Kelso didn't know what the problem was because he never had this problem before. Even his first kiss was easier than this. He had a feeling however that his heart was responsible. It was beating uncontrollably, and for the first time in ages, Kelso felt nervous around a girl: the weakness in his legs, the feeling of lead coursing through his body, the ice running down his spine as the girl looked right into his eyes, the numbing sensation of touching a girl's bare skin – it was all there. His brain wanted to, but his heart wouldn't. There was something different about Jackie.

"Damn my stupid heart. Alright, I just need to go to the bathroom, and cool off. Then I'll be good to work my magic." He rose up and told Jackie that he was going to the bathroom. When he got there, he had the feeling as though his whole body would collapse. He was so nervous, but he didn't know why. All he could do was stare at himself in the mirror and wonder what was going on.

"Alright, calm down … I'm just a little nervous because of that last girl … I can do this. I'm Michael Kelso. There shouldn't be a problem. You go back in there and you french that girl." He decided to take a piss to make sure he didn't have to go back. He left the bathroom, and was just about to reenter the theater …

"Michael?"

Kelso stopped dead in his tracks. He recognized that voice all to well. "It can't be" he thought.

"Michael … its Pam."

He turned around … sure enough, it was Pam Macey. "Oh shit."

"Pam … what are you doing here."

"Oh just went to see a movie with some guy. He's a total loser … I don't know why I decided to go out with him. He's nothing like you.

Kelso did not know what to feel at that moment … he could only respond with a simple "Oh."

"Wait … you're here with Jackie aren't you?"

"Yeah. What's it to you?"

"Well I'm just glad you're here … you see, I miss you Michael. I mean you were my first boyfriend."

"You were my first girlfriend too."

"I know. Say, I have a great idea."

Kelso started to worry because he was pretty sure what the idea was.

"How about we forget about both our dates, and have a little fun of our own … you know … make out … topless."

Kelso became wide eyed. This was like a dream come true. All he had to do was ditch Jackie, and he could have a whole night of fun with Pam. He could probably get to third too, seeing that Pam was becoming more and more of a whore. He had one question though:

"Where are we going to make out topless?"

"Oh I'm sure we can find a way." She came even closer, as their faces were only inches apart.

"O.K. … what do I do" Kelso thought, trying to console his brain. "On one hand I have another half a movie with a hot girl, and maybe a kiss … on the other hand, I have a chance to fool around with a hot girl and probably get to third; but the real question is, do I want to be that much of a dick to Jackie, and probably make her cry. Now my body says yes, and my brain says yes … but my heart says … no … damn, my heart is right." His brain was starting to get the picture. He really was looking for more than just action.

"I'm sorry Pam … but I came with Jackie, and I'm leaving with Jackie."

"Are you serious?"

"Yeah I am."

"Let me get this straight. You'd give up a chance to hook up with me, your first girlfriend, in order to watch a movie with a girl who hasn't even had her first kiss."

"How did you know that?"

"She's my friend … I introduced you to her remember … god you are sometimes such an idiot."

"See … and that's why I'm not going with you."

"You want to be like that … fine … I'm just gonna tell everyone that you gave up on a chance to make out with me."

"Fine … have a nice day."
"You're unbelievable." Pam turned around and walked away. Kelso stared at her as he watched her body sway from side to side in the tight jeans she was wearing.

"Fuck" was the only thing he could say. "What the hell did I just do?" He had just given up a chance to hook up with Pam Macey, that's what he had just done. Kelso felt so many conflicting emotions surge through his head at once. He needed to get back to Jackie, and sort everything out. "Oh, I hope I don't regret that later."

"Where could he be" Jackie said, as Michael had been gone for over five minutes.

"This better not be how he treats all girls." To be fair, the date had gone pretty well so far, and Jackie was having a pretty good time. She was pretty sure that Michael was interested in her. She only had one question; was he going to kiss her? She wanted him too, but not so just to make out with her. Jackie wanted it to be romantic, just like she had always planned. However, she had heard the stories about all of the flings Michael had with girls from everyone at school, and she couldn't help but wonder if he was only being this nice just so he could get in her pants. From what she heard from other girls, that was all he was interested in … but she refused to believe them. She desperately wanted things to work out with Michael and only tried to think the best about him. "But where is he?"

"Sorry Jackie … but there was a long line" was the best excuse that Kelso could think of. She seemed to buy it, so he let out a sigh and sat down. He looked deep into her eyes, and smiled. "Girl … you have no idea how close you came from being ditched." As Kelso looked into her eyes, he took note of how beautiful they were; Green in color, and round in shape … they were so much more beautiful than Pam's eyes. In fact, they were the most beautiful eyes Kelso had ever seen. He couldn't help, but stare at them. Jackie noticed this, and looked at him. Kelso quickly looked away to avoid any awkward confrontation. For the first time however, Kelso was realizing that this was more than some ordinary hot girl.

"This might be the prettiest girl I've ever gone out with" he thought as he tried to fixate back on the movie. Maybe that was why he was having difficulty kissing her. He had finally found a girl that he thought was as beautiful as he was. Maybe … for the first time in his life, he was looking for more than to hook up with a girl. "Whatever." He pulled her closer with his arm, as the two watched the movie with profound interest.

Finally, the fight had come and Rocky came out swinging hard, knocking Apollo Creed down for the first time in his career, sending shockwaves through the arena. Apollo got right back up, and began punishing Rocky in the corner. Then Rocky came back, and started to pummel Apollo. The fight kept on going back and forth. Kelso couldn't believe how amazing the movie was. He tried to think of a movie that he had liked more … but he couldn't think of one.

Just as soon as it began, the fight ended, and the ring was flooded with reporters and officials. The announcer went on about how this was the greatest fight ever. Kelso was in awe in the movie, and was unaware of where he was. That was until, he saw Rocky calling for Adrian. The boxer didn't even care that he had just went the distance with the heavyweight champ; he just wanted to see his girl. Even though he really wasn't that much into romance, Kelso realized the significance of this scene. If he was going to kiss Jackie … now would be the time.

Jackie was also in deep awe of the movie. The way that Adrian stood through the entire fight, watching Rocky getting beaten brutally, and then making her way down to the ring to see him. It was a perfect ending.

She looked over at Michael who was staring endlessly into her green eyes. It was if he was peering through her body into her soul. At that moment, she confirmed that she was in love with Michael. It took a movie to make her realize that Kelso was the man she wanted to be with. To hell with waiting for the right moment … she just wanted to feel his lips press against hers and let her emotion show.

Kelso was also feeling more emotion than he had ever had. This was the girl … the girl that his heart had been searching for. It wasn't just skin deep attractiveness anymore … it was more than that. He had to show her how he felt; how much that he wanted her to be his.

"Jackie …" was all that his voice could let out, due to the ever increasing lump in his throat.

"Yes Michael" she responded. "Please … don't wait any longer" she thought to herself as his arms wrapped around her body. "Please … I want you."

There was no response; only a reaction. Kelso slowly lowered his lips until they were touching Jackie's. Their lips met in a warm embrace, both feeling as if their heart was about to explode, electricity shooting down their back.

Jackie felt Michael's tongue slowly enter her mouth. She was not scared; she actually enjoyed the feeling of his tongue slowly pressing against hers. It was the most amazing thing Jackie had ever experienced. Finally, her mind caught up with her body, and she returned the kiss earnestly. Time stood still as the two expressed their love for each other. At the time, nothing in the world was more important than each other. Love had finally overtaken both of them.

The movie ended with Adrian in Rocky's arms, and everyone began cheering. The two realized that the movie was over and finally let go of their embrace. The two just looked at each other … no words could some up what they were feeling at that moment. It was the look that neither, not even Kelso had experienced before – the look of lovers.

"I love you Jackie Burkhart" Kelso finally said.

"I love you too Michael Kelso."

The two finally got up when all the credits had finally rolled. Kelso looked at his watch; it was about time for her to leave. The two walked slowly to the mall entrance talking about how much they enjoyed the movie, almost to disregard what they had just done.

They finally arrived at the entrance. Jackie noticed that her father was pulling into the parking lot, and got ready to say goodbye to Michael.

"Michael, before I leave … there's just one thing that I have to know?"

"What is it?"

"When you said you loved me … did you mean it?"

Kelso was actually confused at this question. I mean he did know that he really liked her, but they had only been talking for about two weeks. He didn't know her completely yet, and couldn't judge yet whether if he really did, or this was just a one time thing.

"To tell you the truth … I don't know … but I would love nothing more than to find out for sure."

The answer rang throughout Jackie's mind. It was good enough for her. He did love her.

"I love you too."

The two gave each other one more kiss, and Jackie went out the door to meet her father. He had seen that last kiss, and wondered how the night went.

"Did he treat you right" her father said as she entered the car.

"Yes, he did daddy" Jackie responded, and began reminiscing on the events that had occurred.

About five minutes later, Kelso watched his brother Casey's Trans Am speed into the parking lot. He waived to him, and quickly entered the car.

"So bro … how'd your date go" Casey asked as he sped out of the parking lot.

"It was pretty fun" Kelso responded, smiling at the night's events.

"You seem pretty happy … did you get to second?"

"No."

"First?"

"Not really."
"Then why the hell are you so happy."

Kelso looked over at his brother and continued to smile.

"Because I just am."

The two began conversing about cars, sports and girls … the typical stuff, and finally after what seemed forever, they arrived home.

As Kelso got out of the car, his mind drifted back to how he could have made out with Pam Macey, but instead chose Jackie. At first, he had thought he had made a terrible mistake, but … after he had kissed Jackie, he knew what he did was right.

"Yeah … I made the right decision."

So, how did you like it Pretty good right. Rocky is pretty much the only movie I know that was from 1976, so I decided to use it. It's also a great movie, so if you have never seen it, go out and watch it. It's a great movie. Well, I hope all of you Kelso/Jackie fans have enjoyed it so far. Please, if you have time, review my story. I'm curious to see what you thought. Well, thank you for reading and I hope you enjoyed this chapter