Guys thank you so much for your reviews! This really has become a TeamNora or TeamHarley story which is making writing this really fun. Harley is definitely a strong independent character who's been through a lot in her personal life as well as for the club. When writing her, I wanted to create a better version of Gemma.

As much as I loved Tara in the show, I wanted to create an even stronger female character that was born into this life, and as much as she's seen and done for the club, she's still a good person and has compassion for other people even though she won't take shit from anyone. She's earned her respective role in the club alongside Gemma which you'll come to see in later chapters. Where as Nora is coming in as an outsider who's never been let into the club as far as what it does and who Kozik considers family because it was still to early on in their relationship for full disclosure. So she's having a hard time wrapping her head around it.

Anyhooodle, please continue to tell me what you think! It does make the writing process a lot more fun when people are picking sides!

Just FYI: I have put up images of the people I have in mind for Harley, Isabelle and Nora up on my profile.

Sorry for the long note! I just want to fill you guys in on what my thought process is when I'm writing.

I do not own anything other than my original characters and story plot.

Kozik slowed his bike to a stop as he pulled into TM, backing the bike into his spot with the rest of them while Nora pulled into an available parking spot. Upon hearing the sound of a bike the Sons poured out of the clubhouse to welcome Kozik but as they greeted him they noticed a woman step out of the U-Haul.

Jax being the first to notice spoke up while she was still across the lot. "Shop's closed for the day, darlin' " causing the woman to jump a little seeing all the big leather clad men.

Nora made her way over to Kozik hugging his waist tightly while she stared up at the men, he threw his arm around her shoulders. "Actually guys, she's with me. This is Nora" he paused noticing the look of disappointment and some anger on their faces but still they smiled at her so he continued. "Nora, this is Clay, Jax, Tig, Chibs, Juice, Bobby, Happy, and Piney." She looked up at the men as Kozik introduced their names and shook their hands plastering a fake smile on her is these men scared the shit out of her. Kozik had never brought her to the Tacoma clubhouse. Deep down he knew she wouldn't be able to handle his lifestyle. Seeing her reaction now seemed to confirm his doubts. Nora was quiet as she watched everyone interact. The thought that this is who he associated himself with was a little off putting to her. He had so much potential. He could do so much better.

"Pleasure to meet you sweetheart', welcome to Charming" The older one of the crew said. Nora noticed the President patch on his vest and figured he was one of importance so she tried again to smile and nod. Something about this man made her tucked herself into Kozik's side.

As the men stepped inside, Nora excused herself to go find the restroom. Kozik looked around at any sign of Harley and sighed noticing only a few hang arounds and croweatters.

As his eyes wandered the clubhouse Chibs smacked the back of his head. "Wha tha helll were ye thinkin' bringin' her here?!"

Kozik just sighed noticing the look on his brothers faces who were wondering the same thing. He rubbed the back of his head looking down at the floor. "I had no choice. I told her i was coming to Charming and she had our things packed in a u-haul the next day" They all just shook their heads wondering what was going to happen once Harley turned up.

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After lunch, Harley and Gemma drove back to the lot along with Luanne, Harley's mother and Gemma's best friend. The women parked their cars and Harley helped the kids out of the car seats and onto the ground. They all looked over at the U-Haul parked in one of the spots then looked over to see an extra bike parked with the rest of them. Harley froze momentarily before taking a deep breath. Luanne noticed her daughter trying to steady her breathing and gently rubbed her back. "It'll be okay babygirl. It's all going to be okay."

Harley just smiled at the older women who were looking at her with concern. " I know it will, we're all adults. I just need a minute. Can you two please bring the kids inside?" As both Gemma and Luanne hesitated they complied with her request each taking a kid in hand as they made their way over. She pulled out a smoke and leaned back against the truck eyeing the U-Haul and the bike. If he drove his bike over here, who brought the U-Haul? Damn. The thought dawned on her that he wasn't alone. He must have brought his girlfriend along. The thought alone angered her that he would rub his relationship in her face. She took a deep inhale of the smoke and blew it out slowly. Of course he'd moved on. She made sure he realized they were never going to happen again, but yet she still couldn't put herself out there again and give her all to another man. After a failed 7 year relationship with him. She hadn't been with someone since. No dates. No intimacy. She just couldn't do it. Instead she focused on raising her child and being the best mother she could be. She calmed down enough to think rationally. There was no reason to be irrational. They were not together. She was the one who kept him from their.. no her daughter. There was no reason for her to be upset with him. Other than the pain from the past, they'd moved on.

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Gemma and Luanne made their way inside, Gemma holding Abel's hand, Luanne holding Isabelle in her arms. They looked around as Kozik stood up to meet them. He knew neither were happy with him but it'd be a hell of a lot worse if he just ignored them. As he looked down his eyes froze on Isabelle in her pale pink dress and white leggings with pink sandals on her feet. He'd seen so many pictures and videos of his daughter, but seeing her in person made his heart hurt. She was so beautiful and she looked exactly like him. How could he have been kept away from her for so long?

Luanne put Isabelle down and she ran over to Clay giggling. "PopPop!" she called him holding her arms up for Clay to lift her. Clay looked over at Kozik before picking the little girl in his arms. Kozik's gaze was ripped from his daughter as Luanne gave him a hug and a kiss followed by Gemma. "Good to have you back baby" she smirked noticing his eyes at the door. If Isabelle was here, Harley couldn't be far behind.

Luanna brushed past him to take Belle from Clay making her way to the kitchen as the clubhouse doors opened. Gemma looked around the room to see everyone holding their breaths but her eyes landed on an unfamiliar face. So this was the little tart he was seeing. She shook her head as she brought her eyes back to the guys. Nora seemed to notice the tension and stared from Kozik to the door as a little blonde woman made her way inside.

Walking into the clubhouse, Harley could feel all eyes on her. She looked around before her eyes locked with Kozik's. Her features softened and her body became more relaxed. They had a long history, sure the ending was fucked up, but there were more good times than bad. Above it all they were still friends. Harley stepped closer to Koz who was walking towards her hesitantly. He had no idea what to expect from her. When her lips spread into a smile that lit up her face he seemed to feel more at ease. She slid her arms around his neck, placing her hand softly on the back of his head to pull him down closer. His arms wrapped around her waist pulling her in for a tight hug as he inhaled the sweet flowery smell of her hair. As she pulled away slowly, she placed a hand on his cheek and locked eyes with him one more time. "Welcome home, babe. It's good to have you have you have here."

Everyone let out a breath they'd been holding. The moment was sweet and intimate. Nobody expected that reaction from Harley but it went to show how much she'd grown. Kozik slowly removed his arms from her waist as she pulled away from him making her way over to the kitchen without saying another word.

As everyone looked at Koz confused, Nora walked over from the bar and slid her hand into his squeezing it tightly to get his attention away from the door Harley had stepped out of. He didn't even blink her way. Simply stared at the door. Nora was in awh at his disregard to her presence in the room. He had told her that she would never have to worry about him and Harley, but now she was starting to doubt that. With one hug, Nora was the one that felt like the other woman. Like Koz and Harley had never been separated and Nora was just in the way. She could feel her face getting hot as she pursed her lips together before letting go of his hand to walk outside for fresh air. Gemma noticed the jealousy of the girl and smirked. Nora knew she wouldn't stand a chance if Kozik got closer to Harley.

Clay called church and the men made their way. Kozik hardly acknowledged Nora as he stepped inside with the doors closing behind them. She made her way back to the bar as Gemma and Abel went to the kitchen with the girls. Left alone again, Nora was fuming. Who did that bitch think she was coming on Kozik like that? Then her mind wandered to the little girl. Was that his kid? Couldn't be.. but she looked just like him. She slammed her fist into the counter as the croweater behind the bar refilled her cup of Jack once more. She was not losing Koz to some trashy biker whore. Kozik was her's and they were going to make a life together. Without these sketchy people. There was no way in hell she would let that skank drag him deeper into this club.