Description: This is my first That 70's show fanfic in almost a year. The only reason that I'd stopped writing them is because i had come to a block in idea's for story lines with these characters. But i am happy to announce that thats all over. And I'm back to writing stories on one of my favorite shows. I'm working on this one still, and have another writing itself in my head currently. I hope you all will enjoy reading this as much as i have writing it. As always please r&r, your thoughts and comments are deeply appreciated.

Disclaimer: i don't own any part of That 70's show. But you know that if i did, i would cut out the 8th season because randy and Sam ruined the show and Jackie ending up with fez was the nail in the coffin for it to me.

Author's Note: Alright, here is chapter 12. Enjoy it and leave a review or two. SHOW ME THAT YOUR READING THIS. It makes me want to update more frequently.

Chapter #20

(Eric's pov)

" So Hyde, you and Jackie?", I inquire making my way down the steps of the basement. Hyde's down here alone with the television off. When Donna first told me about those two, I didn't know what to think. How could Hyde ever end up with someone like Jackie? Those two have absolutely nothing in common, the mere thought of them together is…unnatural. Having time to think though, I wonder if Jackie is good for Hyde. He's changed and for the better, lately he's been…less angry. It's nice seeing Hyde happy for once.

" If you're here to give me crap, don't bother. I've heard enough from Kelso and Fez.", remarks Hyde with a hint of agitation in his voice. Whoa what is his problem? I could understand Kelso giving Hyde hell, but Fez? What could he be upset about? Well, aside from the fact that Jackie's no longer single. Let's be honest though Fez never actually had a chance with Jackie. Kelso's only upset because he is convinced that Hyde went behind his back and stole Jackie from him. He couldn't be any further from the truth though. Jackie hasn't been Kelso's for nearly two and a half months. He has no claims on her. The only reason he's upset is because he is convinced Hyde stabbed him in the back. Should Hyde have been upfront with him? Yes, but that doesn't give Kelso the right to try and ruins things with Jackie for Hyde.

" I'm not, I promise. You must really be into her Hyde, I have never seen you like this over anyone.", I disclose before taking a seat beside Hyde on the couch. It's the truth too; Hyde must be serious about Jackie. After she took off a few days ago, Hyde was almost panicked thinking he'd messed things up and lost her. Donna assured him that Jackie wasn't going anywhere she just needed some time to think. This seemed to ease Hyde's fears, though not completely. There is still Kelso to worry about. That moron has more than made it known that he wants Jackie back and will stop at nothing to win her over.

" Yeah, well…whatever.", responds Hyde with a frown before grabbing himself a beer. Why should I expect any other kind of response from him? Hyde has never been one to express his feelings. It is easy to tell that he is into Jackie though. I'm glad that he finally found someone that makes him happy. I was beginning to wonder if he would ever change his ways. Hyde usually only does casual, he isn't one for commitment. He never has been. Jackie seems to have gotten to him though. I'm not sure how she did it but she has all the same.

Rolling my eyes with a laugh, I pat Hyde on the back," If Jackie is the one who makes you happy, then I wish you both the best man. Just don't hurt her alright?"

Shifting around in his seat, Hyde takes a long drink from his beer," I'm more concerned about her hurting me, we both know how persuasive Kelso can be."

" I don't think that you're going to have to worry about Kelso, Jackie is over the moon for you Hyde.", I point out with a smile and this causes Hyde to look over at me in surprise. He might not see it, but Donna and I have. Jackie is crazy for Hyde, I guess that's why she was so conflicted. The last thing she wanted to do was crush Kelso by admitting that she was in love with Hyde. It takes but one look to know that she is though. Jackie wouldn't be with Hyde if she didn't have strong feelings for him.

… (Hyde's pov)

" Steven…hey.", I hear Jackie call quietly from the doorway of the basement. My eyes meet hers instantly, she's here. This has to be a good thing right? When I last spoke with Donna she told me Jackie only needed sometime to clear her thoughts, that was three days ago. I gave her the space that she needed. The last thing I wanted to do was push her away. Now that she is here, maybe things could finally go back to normal between the two of us. I have missed being able to hold her.

" Jackie, I wasn't expecting to see you. …Eric, you mind?", I question in a gruff tone before raising my eyebrow. I don't exactly want to spend time with Jackie with Eric hanging around. He needs to leave and soon. All I want to do is pull Jackie into my arms and hold her close. I miss her touch and her kisses and her smile. These last few days without Jackie have been nothing but hell. At one point I had myself all but convinced she was going to run back to Kelso. Obviously that's not the case if she's here now.

" Hyde, you do realize this is my basement. …Ahhh! I'm going damn!", groans Eric in pain after I frog him on the shoulder in irritation. Sighing in relief when Eric leaves, I turn my attention to Jackie. She seems nervous but has a shy smile on her face none the less so I see no cause to be concerned. I was starting to think the worst when three days had passed with not so much as a phone call from Jackie. I know she isn't considering taking Kelso back anytime soon. But the thought of her leaving me was all too real for me and an unpleasant one at that.

Taking a hesitant step toward me, Jackie grasps hold of my hand," Steven, I'm sorry that I took off the way that I did. When Michael asked me if I loved you, I was afraid to answer. But it isn't for the reasons that you're thinking. Once I tell Michael how I feel about you, I'll break his heart. That is one of the last things I want to do but there is just no avoiding it. That's why I took off Steven. If you don't believe me and you want to break up there's nothing I can do to stop you. But I want you to know that I meant it when I said that I love you Steven."

Placing my arms around Jackie's waist, I pull her onto my lap," Jackie, this works a hell of a lot better when you're not talking."

" Does this mean that we're alright Steven? Because I have missed you.", confesses Jackie as I bring my lips to hers. My arms tighten around her waist and I explore her mouth. Risking a glance into Jackie's eyes, I see a smile on her face. This feels right, I have missed this. No one has ever made me feel this way before, lately all I want to do is protect Jackie. She has definitely gotten under my skin that much is for sure. It scares the hell out of me, but I like it. I'm glad that Jackie wants to be with me, I want to be with her too.

" Jackie…I love you.", I find myself saying before I have a chance to stop myself. Wow, I did not see that coming. By the look on Jackie's face right now, neither did she. I watch as a smile makes its way across her face. I can't believe that I said it, I meant it though. Not sure that I wanted to say that just yet, but staring in her eyes now I know it was the right thing to do. There is no longer a doubt in my mind that Jackie wants to be with anyone other than me. She has no idea how happy this makes me. Jackie is the only one I want to be with though.

" Oooh, Steven…I can't believe you said that. I love you too.", gushes Jackie with an excited grin before smothering me with kisses. I respond just as eagerly before hugging her close to me. This is it; this is what I have been missing. Having Jackie in my arms is where she is meant to be. We can deal with Kelso another time. Right now all I want to do is fall asleep with Jackie in my arms. I never want to let her go, I love her and now she knows it. Kelso is the last thing on my mind right now. If he has a problem with the two of us together let him try and take it up with me. Everyone knows how that will end.