The next morning, Zoe and Wade entered the gate house, holding hands and laughing. They had slept on the floor of the carriage house. After their talk, they didn't stay up much longer. They had lay on the uncomfortable floor just talking and eventually fell asleep. The rest of the group were getting ready to have breakfast, Lemon laying out all the breakfast foods she had packed. They all looked up when the new couple walked in.

"Nice hickey, Zoe," George said and the rest burst out laughing. Her eyes widened and she looked at Wade with panic in her eyes. He looked down at her neck and saw a red mark in the spot he had sucked on the previous night before she had pushed him away. He started smirking proudly and Zoe smacked his arm.

"It's not so bad Zo… If anythin', I think it's sexy," he said, winking at her. She glared at him.

"Oh, well that makes me feel better," she said, her voice full of relief. Wade eyed her suspiciously, not quite sure what to make of her sudden change in demeanor.

"So you'll be the one to explain to Harley why his daughter has a hickey, then?" she asked cheerfully as she skipped to where the food was. She grabbed an apple and smiled innocently at him. The smirk was knocked right off his face. She smiled victoriously, taking a bite of her apple.

The rest of the day was spent swimming and playing card games. It had been a relaxing day and now that the relationship issues between Lavon, George, Lemon and AB were resolved, there was a better atmosphere. Zoe was enjoying being able to act like a couple with Wade. Before, they would constantly be near each other but the touches between them were completely innocent and friendly. Well, at least it wasn't meant to be perceived in any other way, even if the entire town could see it. Now, they were holding hands, stealing kisses and while they were swimming, Wade had swam up behind her like the previous day but this time, he wrapped his arms around her and they stayed like that until they got out. Eventually, at around 3 o clock, it was time to go home. Zoe and Wade were suddenly reserved because they didn't know the next time they would be able to see each other, other than through their window. Even though that would be amazing as always, Wade still wanted to be able to hold her and kiss her. Lemon promised that they would organize another get together soon so that they could have time together. Hopefully Harley would come around soon but Zoe was sure if he saw the hickey on her neck that it would not happen anytime soon.

George was going to drop the girls off at AB's house and Lemon and Zoe were going to walk home, Lemon living just a block away from Zoe. Wade and Zoe stood outside AB's house, staring deep into each other's eyes.

"This is stupid. I don't know why I'm so sad to say goodbye to you," Zoe mumbled.

"I feel the same way, Doc," he mumbled back. She moved into his arms and nestled into his chest.

"I'm going to see you in like… an hour." She breathed in deep, taking in his scent.

"I know and I can't wait. But it's gonna suck cause all I wanna do is hold you and I don' know when I'll be able to do that again." She sniffed as he said that. He kissed the top of her head and lifted her head up, placing a finger under her chin. He swallowed, his heart aching. She was looking up at him with those big eyes. He leaned in and kissed her gently. He pulled away, kissed her forehead, whispered goodbye and walked to George's truck.

"Wow, Kinsella. I never thought I'd see this day. You've turned into complete mush," George said, a smile playing on his lips. Wade reddened and mumbled shut up as George backed out of the drive way.

"I'm happy for you, man."

"Thanks Tucker," Wade replied with a big smile. "I'm happy all that drama with Lemon is over. I think AB is good for you."

"I think so too," George said, turning up the radio.

As Lemon and Zoe walked home, Lemon was pushing for details about Wade.

"Is he a good kisser? I bet he is. He looks like he would be a good kisser and I've heard that he's a good kisser," she babbled excitedly. Zoe laughed.

"He is a great kisser! He makes me feel lightheaded and woozy and like I'm floating on a cloud all at the same time," she gushed.

"I like him so much Lemon. I have never felt this way before and I've been feeling like this for such a long time but now that I can finally say it, it feels so good."

"I'm happy for you, Zoe!"

"Thanks. I'm scared though, I can feel myself falling for him and it's so soon! Mainly I'm scared because I don't feel scared. Does that make sense?" Lemon nodded and Zoe continued, "He's just so amazing. He shows me this side to him that he shows no one else but he still infuriates me sometimes which I secretly love and makes me laugh till I have tears running down my face. He is so inappropriate sometimes and then in the next breath, he is so sincere. I want to be around him all the time and I miss him already! How crazy is that?"

"It's not crazy! Sounds like exactly what it should be like. And if it helps, I have never seen him this way about a girl before. The way he looks at you and acts around you. It's good to see."

Zoe smiled as they walked, listening to Lemon tell the story about the previous night. It sounded like Lavon was the better choice. He brought out a side of her that George never could and she sounded truly happy when talking about him. Zoe knew she made the right decision and she was happy for Lavon too.

Zoe walked into the house and flung her hair over her shoulder, hoping Harley wouldn't notice the hickey. He was sitting reading on the couch when she walked in.

"Hi Harley."

"Zoe, dear. How was your night?"

"It was great thanks."

"That's good. I was hoping you and I could have an early dinner at the Rammer Jammer tonight?"

"Sounds good. I'll go shower and get ready." He nodded as he watched her walk upstairs. Zoe sighed in relief that he didn't notice her neck but knew it was going to be more difficult to hide at dinner. She walked straight to the window and saw that Wade wasn't in his room. Slightly disappointed, she went into the bathroom and started the shower.

When she got out of the shower, she got dressed in the bathroom and went back into her room. She noticed there was a paper plane lying on her floor. She wasn't sure if it was there before her shower or not. She opened it quickly; ripping is slightly as she rushed to get it unfolded. Wally called. Have to go to RJ. Hopefully you'll be awake when I get back x

Excited, Zoe put extra effort into her outfit, styling her hair carefully over her shoulder. Walking into the Rammer Jammer with Harley, she had butterflies. She didn't think Wade would come and greet her because of Harley but at least she would get to see him. When Wade noticed her, his face lit up. He gave a small wave which she reciprocated. She felt Harley stiffen next to her when he saw him.

Wade had stayed away during dinner but when they finished, he had to clear the plates.

"Good evening Dr Wilkes, Zoe," he greeted, looking at her.

"Wade." Harley responded shortly.

"Did you enjoy your meal?" he asked, making awkward small talk. Harley just nodded. Zoe gave him an apologetic smile and he shrugged one shoulder, smiling and walking away once he had cleared the table.

"I do not like that boy," Harley stated.

"You didn't have a problem with him a few days ago," Zoe said, trying to sound nonchalant. She had to tell him at some point but it didn't seem like a good idea just yet.

"Well, yes that was before I caught him in bed with my daughter."

"You make it sound like we were caught having sex. I told you, nothing happened. We were just friends."

"Were?" Harley questioned, looking into her eyes. She blushed and played with her hair, trying to think of how to back track.

"Um… well you see…" Harley held up his hand and she stopped talking. When he spoke, he was using the scary calm voice that he had used a few days ago.

"What is on your neck?" She realized that she had been playing with her hair. She wanted to smack her forehead for being so careless but instead she just adjusted her hair.

"I uh… I burnt it on my flat iron." He lifted his hand and moved her hair out of the way. Zoe looked around and saw Wade watching the interaction standing near the bar.

"This is the most interesting burn I have ever seen, Zoe. You sure it's a burn?" Zoe gulped and nodded. Harley turned and faced Wade. Zoe couldn't see what his facial expression looked like but the look on Wade's face told her it was not a friendly one. Harley pulled out money and put it on the table.

"Time to go, young lady. We will not have this discussion in public." Zoe followed him out, not glancing back to see Wade.

Back at the house, Harley was pacing while Zoe sat on the couch.

"I want you to explain to me how exactly you got that mark."

"Um… Well... Wade and I were kissing."

"Last I checked, kissing involved your lips, not your neck."

"Yes. Uh… well we were kissing and then… then…"

Harley looked at her, waiting for an answer. She couldn't finish.

"I want to know, Zoe."

"I don't see why I have to tell you when you already can deduce what happened from what I said."

"How long have you and Wade been… " his voice faded, not finishing his sentence.

"We got together yesterday. Nothing ever happened before that, I promise. I liked him and he liked me but we only told each other how we felt yesterday."

"So you got together yesterday and you already had sex?" he asked, his voice getting angrier.

"WHAT? NO! We did not have sex!" Zoe yelled.

"Well then why did he give you that… that mark?"

"We were kissing and then he started kissing my neck. It didn't go further. We just got a bit carried away."

"Ok."

"Ok?"

"I believe you. Does he make you happy?"

Zoe nodded.

"Does he treat you right?"

"Like a Princess."

Harley sighed. "I suppose I cannot stop you two from seeing each other now that he is your boyfriend. You may see him without having to be in a group. But he is not allowed in your bedroom and you are not allowed in his. Understand?" Zoe nodded and grinned at him.

Just then, Wade ran into the house, not bothering to knock. He was out of breath.

"Dr Wilkes, I am so sorry. I didn't mean to give Zoe a hickey. We just got so carried away and I swear, it won' happen again! Well… I mean… it will probably happen again but I'll try not give her a hickey next time." Zoe smacked her head with her hand, shaking her head at his stupidity. He kept babbling, "I mean… no… that's not what I meant. Uh… I mean your daughter is very beautiful and I like kissin' her. No… I mean that's not the only thin' I like, I like doin' other things with her..." Harley raised his eyebrows at that. "I just meant you know like talkin' to her and spendin' time with her, not other things although I'm sure those other things are good too but we haven' done that yet. Did I say yet? Um… not yet, I didn' mean to add the yet." He was rambling so badly and looked to Zoe with pleading eyes.

"Wade, stop talking," Harley said.

"Sorry."

"Now Zoe and I had already sorted things out and she told me that you two were together before you came in and gave that… speech. While I am not happy with this whole situation, I have been able to see for a long time now that you both care for each other deeply. You will look after her?"

"Of course!"

"Ok good. In that case, I have some rules. Have a seat." Wade sat down on the opposite end of the couch to Zoe.

"1. You are not allowed in her bedroom and vice versa. 2. Her curfew will be 10pm on week nights once school starts and midnight on weekends. 3. You will be joining us for dinner once a week, at least. I want to get to know the boy my daughter is dating beyond your medical file and the rumors. Speaking of those rumors, that brings me to the 4th and final rule. If you hurt her, I will… make your life unpleasant in ways you cannot foresee. Understand?" Wade gulped.

"Yes sir."

"Ok good, now go home son." Wade stood up and headed for the door.

"Oh and Wade?" Harley called behind him. Wade turned around.

"Yes sir?" he asked, hands shoved deep into his pockets.

"You can call me Harley." Wade smiled, gave a small nod and walked out the door. Zoe stood up and gave Harley a big hug.

"Thank you Dad!" Harley was taken aback at her sudden use of the word. He hugged her tighter and they stood like that for a while until she went up to her room. Wade was waiting, sitting on his window sill. She settled into her usual spot and they spoke until the birds started singing.