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Hey everyone, I know once again it has been awhile. I wanted to say thank you to everyone who has reviewed and has put my story on their alerts. I decided to try something new this chapter so let me know what you think. I started with a present moment the rewound and explained the past leading up to the moment. So any feedback is welcome. Also I have been going through my stories and have realized that I need some improvement in some areas, so I am currently looking for a BETA Reader if anyone is interested. Thanks a bunch here is the next chapter. Oh also I have split this chapter into two parts, the next part should be updated on Friday . Oh and a Happy Fourth Of July to everyone .

Chapter 24- Part one- One Piece

Present

"Natalie you have to believe me I never meant for any of this to happen."

"But it did," I yell. "How could you do this to me?"

"Please I never meant for anyone to get hurt."

I stop and look down at the ground taking in a deep breath. I can't believe everything that has just happened. This morning I believed everything may just be alright and now everything has just turned to shit. "Because of you I have lost two of the people who I love most in this world. Because of you I am probably going to lose someone else. I don't want to see you; I don't want to hear from you ever again. I want you to lose my number, forget my address, and cease to exist in my mind."

"Natalie please you don't understand."

"No you don't understand, I will never forgive you for this," I say coldly

Past

"Alright everyone, listen up," Clay yells grabbing the attention of everyone that has been packed inside of the club house. "You're all here because your family and we protect what is ours. While we are gone no one is to leave. If you need anything Piney," Piney raises his hand, "will assist you. Any other needs or questions can be referred to my queen. We just want you all to be safe so just stick to the rules. That's it, I love you all." Clay finishes and everyone claps and hollers.

"You doing ok Kid," Tig asks tightening his hold on me.

I turn around in his arms and stare up into his eyes. "I'm fine Creepy," I lie trying to hide my fear.

"You're lying," Tig says smirking at me.

"No I'm not" I say and suddenly find his chest more interesting than his eyes.

"Come on Kid talk to me," he says rubbing soothing circles on my back.

"Alright," I sigh mindful of anyone who could be listening. "I'm terrified that something is going to happen to one of you." Especially you I add in my mind.

"Why didn't you just say that," he asks looking like that was the most obvious thing in the world.

"Because I wanted to be strong for you," I say softly.

"What," he says again looking confused.

"Never mind," I say as I hear Gus and Ava announce their arrival. I turn around and watch the two walk up to Clay and Gemma as Clay nods at Happy and Kozik who were by the pool table. The two then silently walk outside.

"Sorry we're late," Gus says shaking Clay's hand.

"It's about damn time," Clay says.

"Hey baby girl," Gus says taking me from Tig and into a giant bear hug.

"Hey Gus," I laugh. I look over at Ava noticing she wasn't right behind Gus like normal. She is standing off to the side not really starring at anyone. "Is she alright?"

"Ya baby girl she's just a little worried," he says sounding like he was trying to convince himself too.

After a few minutes of conversation with Gus because Ava had been staying far away from us all, Gemma walks over to me and Gus goes to talk to Clay. "Hey Tig they're just about ready," she says alerting me that Tig is going to be leaving and I have no idea what shape he will be in when he comes back.

I turn around and look at him and he smirks. He kisses my neck and walks over to Clay not saying a word to me. I look over at Gemma and she has this calm yet worried look in her eyes. "Gemma," I say softly noticing that all of the guys are starting to head outside.

"Come on baby, it's time to go do our part," she says and wraps her arm around my shoulders leading me outside with her and some of the other women. "The toughest part is going to be this," she says softly. "We have to look brave and we have to be strong for them. We can't let them see our fear. Remember that it is the way we send them off that will help them do what they need to do."

"He'll see right through me," I say just as softly.

"Don't let him," she says turning to look me in the eyes.

I take a deep breath and look directly in her eyes. I stand up straighter and I pull all of my determination into my eyes. I will myself to look like the strong woman Tig needs me to be. I want him safe so he needs to know that everything will be alright. I can do this.

"That's it baby girl," Gemma says proudly.

We walk over to our guys who are now getting onto their motorcycles. I walk up to Tig and take the hand he is holding out to me. As my hand closes around his he pulls me toward him and into his arms. "I'll be right back," he says slightly laughing.

"You better," I say standing back up and looking into his eyes. "And you had better be in one piece."

"Not a problem,' he shrugs trying to make this as less terrifying as possible.

"I'm not joking Alex," I say his name so he knows I'm serious. "I kind of like all of your parts exactly where they are at."

"Oh and what's your favorite part," he asks smirking as I blush.

"Well you come back in one piece and I'll tell you," I say smirking at him.

"How about I show you some of my parts tonight," he says making me laugh as he pulls me back to him. His lips touch mine gently at first letting me know how much he a sweet I will be fine kiss. Then I feel his tongue trace my lips asking for entrance that I give as our kiss turns passionate. This one says how terrified we both are but want to prove to the other that everything will be fine. After a few moments we both realize that we need air we slowly pull apart. Tig gently kisses me again before looking into my eyes.

"Be safe," I say and he brushes some of my lose hair behind my ears.

"I will," he says softly. "Listen to Gemma ok."

I nod and kiss him one more time, "Remember back in one piece," I say and pull away and start to walk over to Gemma. She wraps her arm around me as the sound of engines erupts. We watch as Clay starts to move towards the entrance followed by Jax and Tig. As I watch Tig pass by he smirks that annoying smirk of his causing me to smile slightly.

"You're doing good baby girl," Gemma says softly as we watch the lot empty. "Come on let's get you something to drink," Gemma says leading me back to the clubhouse.

Ava's Point Of View

The whole time I couldn't bring myself to talk or even look at anyone. I know that I will probably be losing everything and everyone today. I watch as Tig wraps Nat up in his arms. I can tell she is trying to be strong for them both, and she is doing a great job of it. She is going to make one hell of an Old Lady one day, no matter how much I don't want her to be. I just hope that at some point she will be able to look back and remember the good I did do for her.

"You ok babe," Gus asks as the guys drive by.

"Ya, you know what I think we forgot to bring the groceries I promised." I say knowing that this will be my only chance to get away.

"Let me tell Piney and I'll take you," Gus says in a comforting voice that is only making me feel worse.

"I'll be ok, why don't you go hang out with the guys," I tell him ashamed of what I am about to do.

"Alright," he says hesitantly. "I still have to go tell Piney and get you an escort."

"Alright," I smile and reach up and kiss him before he smiles and turns and walks away.

As soon as Gus is out of sight I run to the car and jump in. I pull up to the gates and tell one of the guys who are guarding it that Piney said I could leave. They looked behind the car and I saw Piney in the rear view mirror talking to Gus. The two guys shrug and open the gate for me to leave. I guess they just figured I was telling the truth. As I pull out of the driveway I see two vans start after the direction the guys went. I turn the opposite direction and just drive through the small town. I drive and drive till I see the You Are Now Leaving Charming sign. I take a deep breath and never stop.

Stahl's Point Of View

"Alright looks like the boys just took off," I say to the team I am with. "We know that they have weapons on them and we know that they are heading to Mayan territory. I want everyone to wait till after the first shot occurs. I don't care if one of them gets hurt, we are taking them all down today."

"I thought," an agent begins.

"You aren't paid to think," I snap. "Just do as I say and make this as flawless as possible."

I feel the van begin to move and I feel a sense of euphoria. This is it I'm finally going to nail these assholes. I am finally going to get some recognition, and I am finally going to get rid of that bitch. I have waited years and today I get to fulfill all of my dreams. Those thugs will end up in prison and that bitch will die as a rat. It's almost comical; I can't help but silently laugh to myself. I'm just going to sit here and relax. I already have a plan for dear mister Tragger, and let's just say I hope him and little Nat have said their goodbyes.