Chapter 7: The Accident

Christmas break had finally started for Kate and I. Just a few days in, it began to snow. Kate loved the snow as a pup. Hell I always loved snow growing up. There was something about it that just made it so special to me. I really wanted to share this moment with Kate, so I planned on being outside with her most of the day. We could have snowball fights, build a snow man, throw snow, or whatever. But if Kate was involved, it was always twice as fun! There was a huge frozen pond that people would skate on during the winter. I wanted to take Kate there and walk around on the ice. The pond was just down the trail behind my house and it was beautiful. The pond itself was pretty deep, about 14 feet. The ice is usually pretty thick but they have their thin spots. I know how to tell so we can avoid them pretty easily. Besides, to me walking on ice is just as fun as skiing or something.

I woke up that morning with Kate sitting on my chest, as ususal, and with a big smile on her face.

"SNOW DAY!" she yipped, pulling the covers off of my bed.

"Easy girl. Let me wake up first!" I laughed, giving her a hug and a pat on the head as I walked to my window.

Indeed it was quite beautiful outside. The yard was covered in a thick, white blanket of pure, fluffy snow. I got a hot shower and soon got dressed. Kate was whining and scratching at the door, wanting to go out in the snow.

"Kate chill!" I said, going down stairs.

"I can't when there is so much snow on the ground!" Kate cried, following me down the stairs.

Mom made sausage, biscuits, and eggs for breakfast. Mom gave Kate some sausage while I ate my breakfast.

"So what do you two have planned today?" My mother asked.

"Chris is going to take me to the pond!" Kate said.

"Oh how fun! Just be very careful ok?" My mother warned.

"Don't worry mom. I'll take good care of her." I said, taking my plate to the sink.

I walked up to Kate.

"You done?" I asked.

"Yes please." Kate said.

I took Kate's plate and then we ran to get our winter stuff on. Kate did not really need anything because she was a wolf. I put on my hunting jacket and gloves. I went up to the back door.

"You ready!" I said.

"YES!" Kate grinned.

"Want me to open it!" I teased.

"Chris! Quit being mean and open it!" Kate whined.

I opened the door and we stepped out into the snow. The snow was about 3 ft. deep, pretty deep snow. Kate and I decided to start off by building a snow wolf. I had Kate pose for me in an alpha stance while I shaped the snow into the same shape. Soon, we ended up with a beautiful snow wolf that looked just like my beautiful Kate.

"Wow, great job Chris!" Kate said, nuzzling me.

"Y-Yeah. Its awesome." I said, blushing.

Suddenly, Kate threw a snowball from out of nowhere and it hit me in the face. Kate laughed and fell on her back into the snow. While she was cracking up, I tip-toed through the snow and made a huge snowball. Carrying the snowball with both hands, I dropped it on her face. She then rose from the pile of snow.

"Why did you have to do that..." she whimpered, shaking.

I suddenly felt bad and realized that was kind of a dick move I pulled there. She then burried her face in the snow and whimpered, shaking uncontrollably.

"Awww Kate. Im sorry." I said, approaching her.

"PHSYCE!" Kate cried and threw more snowballs at me.

Kate and I had a good, 20 minute snowball fight, and soon we were getting a little cold. My mom made hot chocolate for the both of us. For some reason, Kate could eat chocolate. It was odd. She ate a Hershey bar once and the doctor said nothing was wrong with her. Anyway, I held my mug and drank it slowly. Kate had her bowl and would slurp it out every minute or so. A nice fire was roaring and Kate and I were cozy. I was starting to feel like it was almost time to confess my true love for her. I mean, we have been growing closer and closer each day. So why shouldn't I? Even if Kate didn't feel the same way, we'd still be friends!

After finishing up our hot chocolate and warming up, Kate and I went out the door and made our way down the path. The path was about a mile long and the pond was half way. Kate loved the beautiful scenery of the snow on the trees and the quietness of the forest. I explained to Kate where we were going and soon she got pretty excited.

"Oh awesome! I can't wait!" Kate said.

Soon we arrived at the pond. To my surprise, no one was there. There was no thin ice sign up so I thought maybe people did not feel like coming to the pond today. Kate soon pushed me out on to the ice and I pulled her on with me. I warned her of the thin ice patches and told her to stay by me. I began by taking a few steps at a time on the ice. I hit my first thin patch and moved slowly around it. Kate did as I did and we hit a huge thick area where we could slide around and have fun. Kate would jump and slide across the ice while I pushed her.

"WHEEEEEEEEE!" Kate cried.

"Hahah! You having fun Kate?" I asked.

"Hell yes! Haven't had this much fun since I was a pup!" Kate said.

I was about to take a step forward when I heard a cracking sound. I looked to see that a dark spot was forming under Kate, which meant the ice was breaking. I had to tell her without panicking, if she ran or moved, she would fall through and possibly get trapped underneath the ice.

"Whats wrong Chris?" Kate asked, with a little concern on her face.

"Kate, stand absolutely, still." I ordered.

"Why? Is this a joke?" Kate asked.

"No, just stand still." I ordered.

"Chris your scaring me. This isn't funny anymore." Kate whined.

"If I tell you, promise me you wont panic." I said.

"Promise." Kate said.

"The ice is breaking beneath you." I said.

Kate's eyes widened with horror.

"Chris, help me." she whimpered.

"Its ok Kate. Ill get yo-" before I could comfort her, the ice collapsed and Kate fell through.

I ran up to the hole, hoping her head would resurface, but it never did. I took off my jacket, held my breath, and jumped in the ice cold water. Christ it was cold. I could feel the weight of my boots dragging me down, but not enough to pull me all the way down. I looked all around the pond area and hoped to find Kate somewhere. Bubbles were escaping my mouth and hitting the ice layer above me. I dove down to the bottom and called her name, hoping she would hear me, but no response. I swam up only to find ice covering my head. I looked, but could not find the hole anywhere. I then saw how there were trapped bubbles of air and I decided to use them to my advantage. I sucked the bubbles and got extra breath. Soon, I heard gurgle cries, grunts, and thuds from behind me. I turned to see Kate clawing at the ice. Here cheeks were bulged with air as she desperately tried to hold her breath. Doing what I had to do, I swam over to her and pulled her close to my chest. She grunted and nuzzled me as I swam around looking for the ice hold. She suddenly looked at me like she needed breath. I then locked my lips with hers and gave her some of my breath, as she gave me hers. We tasted each other in our moths and both smiled at each other for a brief second and then got back to looking for the ice hole. We kept sharing breath, but it got harder and harder each time. Soon, we could not do it anymore. Kate began to panic and I was beating agains the ice with all my might. Soon, I broke free. Kate was passed out in my arms. I broke surface, gasping for breath. I climbed out and lifted Kate out. Taking her ashore, I found a small, dry cave that was actually pretty warm. I layed down on her to share body heat.

"Kate please don't die." I said, trying to nudge her.

She did not respond.

I tried giving mouth to mouth, but still, it did not work. Tears were rolling down my face.

"Kate, don't leave me. I...I can't live without you." I sobbed, "I...I love you."

I soon collapsed onto her and cried. I kissed her head and I nuzzled her, praying that God would not take her from me. I never prayed much, but I needed him more than ever. And I tell you he must of heard my prayers that day. Soon, Kate began coughing up water, a whole lot of it. I held her close as she moaned and her eyes fluttered open.

"C-Chris?" Kate stuttered, shivering uncontrollably.

"Y-Yeah." I said, shaking uncontrollably.

"I heard every word you said just now..." Kate said.

"Really?" I said.

"Yeah. Chris, you are the sweetest human alive. I wish they were all like you. You have saved my life numerous times and welcomed me into your home and let me be a part of your family." Kate said with a smile.

"And I...I... I love you too." Kate said.

Soon Kate broke down into tears.

"But I was so scared," Kate cried, "I thought I was going to drown!"

"There there, shhhhhhh." I said, holding her in my arms.

I let her cry in my chest for a good hour, then I took her home. I collapsed at the front door and was knocked out. Kate, nor my parents knew what was wrong with me. Kate told them of the accident and they called 911. They rushed me to the hospital.

Kate's POV:

YAY! Finally I get to tell some of the story from my side!

At the hospital, Brookhaven Hospital, the doctors told Chris' parents he would be ok. However, he needed to be in the hospital for a couple of days until he got better. But the good news is that he was going to be home for Christmas. After a while of sitting in the room with him, The doctor' shooed his parents out. Chris' parents asked if I could stay, and he said yes since he knew me and was a good family friend. Soon the doctor's left Chris and I alone. He was still knocked out pretty good. I lay down beside him and licked his hand.

"Chris...If you can hear me...I...I love you. Your the greatest thing that has ever happened to me. I can't live without you. Don't die, hang in there. Ill be right here when you wake up. Chris...your my mate, and always will be." I said, tears stinging my eyes.

I felt like it was my fault he was in this condition, he just risked his life to save my clumsy ass from drowning! Hes so charming though, plus we have been through too much. I'll stick by his side forever! All these thoughts raced through my head as I watched Chris. I lay on his warm body and kissed his lips before falling asleep into his arms.

To Be Continued...

NOTE: HEY GUYS! Kate here! Im going to be writing the next few chapters so stay tuned!