Chloe slowly removed from their hug. So uhh, you hungry? My mom makes the best food at the two Whales. She said with soft smile.

Kate wiped her eyes dry and cleared her throat. Sure, i'd like that. Chloe held out her hand. Well then let's go! Kate looked at Chloe's extended hand questionably. Chloe chuckled.

I promise my hand isn't going to bite ya. Kate slowly took her hand and they started walking down the hill. Sorry i was told and raised not to hold hands with..uhhh. Chloe finished for her. Girls? Why? because of your religion? Kate just nodded.

Chloe smile and shook her head. Just because your holding hands with another a chick a hot one mind you, doesn't mean that your gay its just a friendly gesture Max and i held hands all the time. Even though a part of me did look at her as more than just a friend.

Kate sighed and griped Chloe's hand. You're right it's dumb, just that my parents especially my mom are very strict. Chloe griped back. It's alright i have parent problems to, just so you know you can be yourself around me with no worries alright? Kate made a small smile.

Thanks...you know with all the rumors i heard about you, you seem like a nice caring person.

Chloe responded. Yeah well...i'm just going through a hard time right now, I'm sure i'll be back to my old delinquent self in no time! Chloe yelled proudly. At that Kate laughed a bit. Chloe smiled. There ya go that's what i like to hear come on race ya to my truck!

Without warming Chloe ran down the hill with Kate behind her there hands never losing there hold and the smiles stayed on there faces...


Chloe held the door open for Kate at the Two Whales. After you my lady. Chloe teased with a bow. Kate chuckled. Why thank you such a gentleman. Chloe smiled. Only to the cute ones.

Chloe laughed as Kate blushed. Dont worry im teasing, first rule dont take everything i say seriously alright? Kate smiled. Alright...so you dont think im cute? Am i not good looking then?

Chloe faltered. Uhhh no i mean is well. Kate giggled. Im teasing Chloe. Chloe smirked. So behind that innocent facade is a evil mastermind. Kate turned away from her. Don't know what you mean. Chloe saw her mom approaching.

Oh honey finally good to see you out of your room, and who's this? Chloe held Kate's hand. This is Kate Marsh she's been going through a hard time so i thought id cheer her up with dinner. Joyce smiled.

That's very kind of you Chloe and dinner's on me tonight. Kate responded. Thank you Ma'am. Oh please just call me Joyce ma'am makes me sound old. Kate smiled. Ok Joyce. Pick a table and i'll be right with you. With that Joyce left and Chloe led Kate through the diner but then stopped.

Her eyes landed on one table, the table her and Max use to go to every time they ate here. So many memories flooded her mind and she struggled to keep her emotions in check. Don't break down your stronger than this..

Chloe? Chloe turned to Kate. Are you ok? Chloe was going to say yes but for some reason she couldn't lie to Kate especially when she was looking at her with those eyes. No i'm not..Me and Max came here a lot when we were kids..i didnt think it affect me so much. Kate squeezed her hand reassuringly.

We can leave if you want i'd understand. Chloe took a deep breath before saying. No i'm ok, besides it hard to say no to free food right? Chloe was trying so hard to keep her positive attitude up for Kate but it was so damn hard.

Kate smiled. Yeah it is. Chloe decided to take a table on the other side of the diner. Kate sat across from her in the booth. See anything you like? Chloe asked as Kate scanned through the menu.

Probably just a Caesar salad i'm not to overly hungry right now. Chloe nodded understandingly. Yeah same i'll probably order just half a sandwich or something. After getting served they spent a good hour talking and getting to know one another. After dinner they climbed back into Chloe's truck.

Its getting late i should probably head back to my dorm. Chloe nodded. Alright i'll drive ya there. It was silent the entire drive there but a comfortable silence. After parking the truck outside the school Chloe got out with Kate. I'll walk you to your dorm if you like? Kate smiled a bit. Sure id like that.

They held hands the whole way. It was late and everyone was mostly asleep. They stopped in front of Kate's door and Chloe saw something. Is that? Kate nodded sadly. Yes that's Max's room, she was right across from my room.

Chloe just stared at the Name plate next to the door. The door was full of farewell cards and flowers. Chloe clenched her teeth and fists trying to fight back the tears. I promised myself i wouldn't cry anymore, damn it Chloe Price get it together!. Then Chloe felt smooth smooth and soft take her clenched fist.

Chloe turned to see Kate looking at her sadly with her hand around Chloe's. You dont have to keep the tough act up, she meant a lot to you it's only natural. Chloe couldn't hold it anymore.

She hugged Kate close to her and sobbed. Kate hugged her back with her own tears sliding down her cheeks. After a minute Chloe finally calmed down and pulled away a bit. Thanks Kate. Kate smiled a bit. Of course, You said you were going to be there for me its only natural and reasonable that i do the same for you.

It was quiet for a few moments till Chloe cleared her throat. Well i suppose i better get the hella outta here, i'll see you tomorrow ok? Before Chloe could walk away Kate stopped her.

Can you...stay with me? just for tonight? she asked shyly. Chloe smiled softly. Of course. Kate led her inside and Chloe took a quick look around. Her dorm was very clean with a few christian knick knacks here and there. Kate spoke. Im going to get changed be right back. Kate went into the bathroom and Chloe took off her boots a flopped down on the bed.

I have never been so emotionally tired in my life. Chloe was about to fall asleep when Kate walked back out in her night cloths. Chloe sat up and her almost bugged out. Kate was wearing black sweatpants and a simple white shirt, but her hair was down instead of its usual bun. Wow she really is cute.

Kate started looking nervous. What? Chloe shook her head trying to get back to reality. Sorry you just look really good with your hair down like that you should do it more often.

Kate blushed a bit and played with her hair a bit...You think so? Chloe nodded with a smile. I'll think about it. Kate went over to the bed a laid down. and Chloe laid down next to her.

Night Chloe. Chloe just closed her eyes and replied with a. mmmhmm. After a few moments Kate whispered. Chloe? Chloe groaned a bit. Yeah?...

Can you hold me? Chloe smiled with her eyes still closed and turned on her side and wrapped her arm around Kate and pulled her close with Kate's back pressed against her's. Kate sighed a bit.

Thank you Chloe...for everything. Kate whispered. I feel so protected and warm, feels really nice. Chloe mumbled half asleep. No thank you. we'll heal together. And with that they both passed out from emotional exhaustion. It was the most well rested sleep Chloe had in years.