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Chibs stood outside of the entrance to the daycare with his hand resting on the wall, breathing deeply. Gemma had asked him to go and pick Aubrey up at work and give her a ride home. He had wondered why she asked him to go instead of Bobby or Juice, who were also available to do it. Juice would have gladly gone. But, he agreed, with some hesitation, then left the lot. As he got closer to the hospital he found himself getting anxious, and looking forward to seeing Aubrey again, away from everyone else. Since their conversation, Chibs had been thinking a lot about what Jax shared with him. He couldn't deny that he loved Aubrey, but he wasn't convinced that being with him was best for her. When he arrived, Chibs found himself quickening his pace as he walked through the hospital, getting closer to the daycare area. When he arrived, he took a second before walking in. His heart was pounding and he knew it was because he was about to see Aubrey. He smiled. In that moment he decided to stop pushing her away, which frightened him. He told himself to figure out how she felt first before he made a move. Chibs walked inside and saw Aubrey look up at him with a smile that quickly faded when she recognized him. Chibs was hurt by her reaction and his smile dropped from his face as well.

"Why are ... Where's ... Where's Gemma?" Aubrey eventually asked. She wasn't expecting to see Chibs at all and the excitement she felt when she saw him was throwing her off. He doesn't want you, stop it! she yelled at herself, then stood up to gather the papers she was reading.

"She's busy a' the garage. Asked me to pick ye up," Chibs explained. He looked at Aubrey with a wounded expression. She doesn't want to see me.

"Oh, okay. Well, I'm all ready to leave. Thank you, by the way," Aubrey said sincerely, not really sure how she was supposed to read Chibs.

" 's not a problem," he answered with a small shake of his head, looking at his gloves. "Let's go."

They walked through the hospital, Chibs staying a few steps ahead of Aubrey, giving her an opportunity to look him over carefully. He wore his cut over top of a brown leather, long sleeved shirt with dark blue, fitted jeans and scuffed, brown motorcycle boots. She liked his sense of style. Around his neck she saw a strand of brown beads poking out from under his cut with every step. She wondered if they were an accessory or if they held sentimental value. Aubrey felt herself blush when her eyes past over Chibs' backside, and she quickly looked back up to his shoulders. He walked with that swagger she admired and she couldn't help but smile. She was taken aback when Chibs opened doors for her and for any female staff member they came across. He's a gentleman? she asked herself feeling surprised. Nathaniel was a gentleman, there was no doubt about that. Just by looking at him you could tell that he was the type of guy who would gladly open doors, pull out chairs and allow someone to cut in front of him in a line. It was who he was. She thought of him carefully just then, and compared him to Chibs. Nathaniel was a few inches taller than Chibs with a much broader frame, making her feel safe when he wrapped his arms around her. His stature suggested that he would have played football, but he hadn't. He was strong and solid but not overly muscular. Not lean and defined like she remembered Chibs to be. Nathaniel's short, wavy, light brown hair was clean cut, not shaggy and slick back like Chibs'. Aubrey scolded herself when she wondered what it would be like to run her hands through that shaggy hair. Stop it! she repeated in her mind.

Chibs could feel Aubrey's eyes on him and he held a smile on his face as they made their way outside. He thought perhaps he might have a chance after all. They exited the hospital and got to Chibs' bike. Aubrey looked over the bike hesitantly, feeling nervous about getting onto it.

"What's wrong?" Chibs asked, noticing the look on Aubrey's face. She swallowed hard and looked from the bike up to Chibs.

"I ... I've never been on a motorcycle before," she answered. She was scared about riding on one and it was obvious.

"Don't be scared," Chibs reassured her, handing a helmet to Aubrey. She slowly took it from him and clumsily put it on. She was shaking. Chibs liked how sweet and delicate Aubrey looked wearing the helmet. He smiled at her, then got on the bike with ease. Aubrey took a second before bringing her left leg forward, then stopped. She bit her bottom lip, realizing she had no idea how to get onto Chibs' bike without stumbling and making a fool of herself.

"Um, how do I get on?" she finally asked. Chibs chuckled inwardly.

"Grab a hold of my shoulder, lean in, then lift yer leg and swing it over the seat," he instructed, watching Aubrey make a few jittery movements.

Aubrey did as Chibs told her and awkwardly got onto the bike behind him, placing her feet where he had pointed out to her. She was startled at how firmly her chest was pressed up against Chibs' back and her legs wrapped around his sides, which made her heart race and she began breathing nervously. Chibs could feel this and his own heart began to beat faster. Aubrey didn't know where she should put her hands and didn't want to hold onto Chibs too tightly. She started to feel guilty about how her body was reacting to being so close to him and didn't want to make it worse. She eventually put her hands lightly on Chibs' sides, leaning away from him.

"Gonna have to get closer than that, love," Chibs said to her, knowing that she wouldn't be safe sitting so far back and not holding on tightly. Aubrey's breath caught at being called "love," then she leaned in closer and wrapped her arms loosely around Chibs' waist. He looked down at her hand clasping onto her wrist and smirked. Aubrey could feel how warm Chibs was and the smell of him was making her stomach do flips. He started the bike and took off slowly. Aubrey lurched back, not expecting to be pulled backwards with such force, and panicked. She instinctively squeezed onto Chibs' waist tighter and tucked her head closer to him, resting her cheek against his back. She was really nervous about being on his motorcycle. Chibs enjoyed Aubrey's reaction and liked having her hold onto him so tightly. This feels right, he thought.

Several minutes later, Chibs made his way closer to Aubrey's apartment building. But instead of turning onto her street, he continued straight and accelerated. He knew that she might get upset with him for it but he wanted to spend more time with her. Having Aubrey behind him with her arms wrapped tightly around his waist made Chibs happier than he had felt in weeks.

Aubrey was confused when Chibs continued driving instead of bringing her home. She wanted to ask him what he was doing but the bike was too loud and he wouldn't be able to hear her even if she did ask. Aubrey had anticipated a loud ride before they took off but she didn't expect it to be as loud as it actually was. To her surprise, she enjoyed her first ride on a motorcycle. The wind on her face and the drop in her stomach whenever Chibs picked up speed made Aubrey feel giddy. No wonder they like to ride these, she thought. She caught herself smiling and then realized that she was now hugging Chibs instead of just holding onto him for support. She released the tension on her arms and tried to loosen her grip but Chibs grabbed onto her wrist preventing her from moving. She tightened her grip again and leaned against him a little harder, smiling broadly. Just enjoy it for now, she told herself. Again, Nathaniel came to mind and she felt a pang of guilt.

Chibs suddenly pulled his bike over in a strip mall and pulled up near a hot dog cart. Aubrey let go of Chibs and felt how tense her muscles were after holding on so tight. She waited, thinking that Chibs would explain what he was doing, but he didn't. He got off of his bike and offered his hand to Aubrey, telling her how to get off of the bike.

"I'm hungry. Figured ye were too," he said calmly, taking off his helmet and resting on the bike. He walked over to the cart and looked back at Aubrey with a raised eyebrow.

"Oh, uh, sure, thanks," she answered his silent question, taking off her own helmet.

"Two dogs an' two sodas please," he told the vendor.

Aubrey really didn't know what to expect of Chibs' sudden detour. Part of her wished that he would have just taken her home. Most of her, however, was thrilled that she was spending time alone with him again, which made her feel exhilarated and guilty at the same time. She looked down and started walking slowly in front of the bike. What am I doing? Why am I letting myself get excited about him again? I shouldn't be with him right now, she thought, while kicking at a stone. Chibs looked back at Aubrey and saw that she was distracted. He didn't really know what he was doing, he just didn't want to leave her just yet and once again acted on impulse.

Chibs walked back over to Aubrey with their food and handed Aubrey hers. He sat down on his bike and started to eat. Aubrey followed his lead and ate as well, waiting for Chibs to say something. Did he really bring me here because he thought I was hungry? she asked herself doubtfully. Chibs kept his eyes on Aubrey.

"So. How've ye been?" Chibs asked with his mouth partially full. Really? Aubrey thought. How have I been?

"Good. Really good," she answered honestly. With her new job and seeing Nathaniel, she really was doing well lately and didn't mind admitting it. Chibs nodded and continued looking at her. "And you?" Aubrey asked.

"Not bad," he answered with a small shrug. He waited moment before continuing. "You've been busy lately," he added, finally looking away from Aubrey, thinking of her and Nathaniel. Aubrey took a second before answering.

"Yeah I have. Busy's good though. Keeps me out of trouble," she answered, with a bit of attitude, thinking of what Nathaniel told her about the club.

"Aye," Chibs agreed, with a raised eyebrow and a smirk. Aubrey was getting heated again, which he liked. He waited to see if she would say anything else. She didn't. She didn't know what to say to him and she didn't know what he wanted.

"Ye seem nervous," Chibs said, watching Aubrey look around and avoid eye contact with him. She shook her head.

"Nope, just don't know why we're out here," she explained, finally looking back at him. He was acting weird with her again and she didn't know what to do with that. At least when they spoke at the garage it was quick and one of them would walk away if it felt awkward. Here, there was no where to go.

"Ye afraid Banker Boy won't like ye bein' out here with me?" Chibs asked smugly. He wanted to know what the deal was between them. Aubrey shot a cold look at Chibs.

"No, he'd be fine with it. He's got nothing to worry about," she answered quickly, with attitude. Why the hell is he bringing up Nathaniel? she asked herself angrily. Chibs felt a blow to his chest and figured he would just ask and get it over with.

"So you two are ..." he didn't know how to finish his question. He looked up at Aubrey and she could see what looked like fear in his eyes. Her heart melted and she wanted to tell him right then that she didn't love Nathaniel because she was in love with him instead. But then she remembered how he pushed her away and basically told her that he didn't want her. The sympathy she felt for Chibs went away and she finished his question for him.

"Together? Yeah we are, and I'm really happy," she said with a fake smile. She was happy with Nathaniel but she knew that she didn't love him. She still loved Chibs and that bothered her, but she didn't want him to know that. She felt the need to keep some of her dignity.

There it was. Chibs had his answer and knew that he should back off for good now. Aubrey was with Nathaniel and happy, and she had every right to be. She deserved to be with someone successful and reputable, who treated her well and adored her. Without a word, Chibs got up and threw the rest of his hot dog and soda into a trash can near the vendor and got back onto his bike. Aubrey did the same and took the helmet that Chibs held out blindly for her. He didn't have the nerve to look at her. She got back onto the bike with him and noticed how stiff Chibs was holding his back upright. She placed her arms back around his waist but didn't lean into him as closely as she had before. Aubrey wondered why Chibs wanted to leave so suddenly and why his attitude changed so quickly. She had felt defensive when Chibs was asking her about her relationship with Nathaniel but now that he was back to basically ignoring her, she felt rejected again. Chibs made his way to Aubrey's apartment, wanting to get her home and go home himself. He sped up at one point, forcing Aubrey back slightly. She tightened her grip around Chibs' waist to pull herself forward but felt him flinch when she did. Her stomach dropped and she closed her eyes, not opening them again until they reached her building.

They pulled up to Aubrey's apartment building and Chibs stopped the bike, leaving it running. Aubrey tried her best to get off but found it too difficult with Chibs sitting in front of her. He got off of the bike but didn't hold out his hand this time for her. Aubrey got off slowly, then stood between Chibs and his bike. She took off her helmet and held it up for him to take. He grabbed the helmet but felt resistance and when he looked up he realized that Aubrey was holding onto it firmly. He looked at her face and saw sadness. Aubrey held onto the helmet and watched Chibs' face remain blank. She didn't know how she had gone from being excited about spending time with Chibs to feeling like her heart was being squeezed in her chest. She eventually let go of the helmet and stepped aside, letting Chibs get back onto the bike. She didn't turn back to look at him and he didn't saw anything to her before he drove away quickly.

"Goodbye, Filip," Aubrey said quietly, then made her way inside.

Okay, so I know that a lot of you are probably going to be upset with this ending, but it's all part of my master plan. It had to happen!