~My Complicated Romance with Derek Hale~

(Previously: Kristin goes after the Alpha which in return attacks Kristin. Kristin accidentally shoots Derek, and drags him home because he is paralysed. They then have a short and meaningful moment.)

Kristin

Chapter Twenty-Four: Ignored

I haven't spoken to Derek since shooting him in the shoulder last night. I honestly don't know what to think or what I would even say to him. I want to believe that he didn't forget about me, but I just don't.

"So you are totally over Derek right? I mean you still hate him?" Michelle asks as she clutches her warm mug of coffee. The Pizza Place is fairly quiet with only a few groups of people scattered around the room.

What kind of stupid question is that? Of course I am over Derek. I'm so over Derek it's insane.

"Of course why are you asking?" I can't help but cringe at what is going to come out of Michelle's mouth next.

Is he dead? No that's not it.

"Well you know how my mother works at the Sherriff's office?"

"Is Derek in jail?" I practically shout unintentionally. I was not expecting this news.

Sure Derek it an asshole but he's not a criminal of any kind. Why would he be in jail?

"Yes he is . . . For suspicion of murder." Michelle replies simply as Cory approaches the table.

Did Michelle just say murder?

Murder? No way. Derek is a lot of things but not a murderer. They're wrong; my uncle is wrong.

"You girls alright?" He asks with a weary smile on his face. I'm guessing he didn't hear me clearly otherwise he wouldn't have bothered coming over at all. I still think Cory is holding a grudge against Derek.

I did choose Derek over him after all; all those years ago during high school which literally feels like a life time ago now.

"Were fine although I could use a refill in like 10 minutes," Michelle blushes and flips her dark brown hair off of her shoulders. Michelle's flawless pale skin is practically glowing as per usual. It happens whenever she is around Cory.

Of course Michelle denies that's she has feelings for him and just says he is nothing more than eye candy. Because of my past with Cory she doesn't want to break girl code. I'm going to have to keep trying to convince her that I'm completely over Cory and that I really don't care.

Challenge accepted besides I need the distraction. Tane is still avoiding me. It's been two nights and I know I should be really upset that Tane is ignoring me although honestly; I just can't be bothered. He is the one acting like a child. I told him I don't have feelings for Derek anymore so why won't he believe me?

"No problem." Cory smiles and keeps his eyes glued on Michelle.

"You know I have things I need to take care of, and since it's not too busy maybe you can keep Michelle Company?" I ask Cory. Since he is the owner and boss; he has the privilege of doing whatever he pleases within reason of course.

"Kristin don't go there to see him; go talk to Tane please?" Michelle asks and silently begs with her blue eyes that practically match mine.

Tane will be on shift at the Police department which is where Derek is also locked up. I can always ignore them both and just go straight to my uncle for answers.

"I'll see you guys later/" I smile before rushing out of the Pizza Place; of course before I can make it to my car I spot Tina and Phoebe who both have scowls on their faces.

Usually I would be all for a confrontation with the two skanks but I'm on a mission and I begin to walk faster towards my car, but of course Tina and Phoebe also quicken their pace and since they are both werewolves they beat me to my car. Totally unfair advantage by the way!

"You better do something about this!" Tina hisses at me first and I have to resist the urge to kick her in the face or at the very least pull out a chunk of her blonde and fake looking hair.

"You two are the werewolves; why don't you just break him out!"

"That's not going to clear his name idiot!" Tina snaps while Phoebe is practically growling like Tina's overprotective guard dog. I don't get it; I thought Tina would love to be Derek's 'saviour'. They would be like Bonnie and Clyde running from the law so why doesn't she want to break him out of prison? Does she really care about clearing his name?

"He's not my problem; so why don't you deal with him yourself!" It's my turn to snap. Tina and Phoebe are literally the last two people I want to see let alone talk to.

Not to mention that they are seriously pissing me off, and their flaring nostrils and wild eyes are just making them look like crazy people that just escaped from an insane asylum. Is it meant to make them look tough and intimidating? If so then it's a fail.

Without warning Tina's hand grips my throat and I feel the pain as my head and body collide with my car. This bitch is full on losing her shit. It's pathetic really since Derek has no romantic feelings for her; at least not anymore.

But then again it has been six years; who knows what those two got up to.

Her hand tightens and I feel the pressure as it begins to cut off my wind pipe.

I can't breathe.

"The sheriff is you uncle so you will be dealing with it. Derek will not be rotting in a cell any longer; you understand that?"

Tina removes her hand and lets it fall back by her side which is when the rage starts to engulf me. Without warning I clench my fist and strike her as hard as I can in the face. Just because she is a werewolf and has super speed and strength; doesn't mean I'm going to be her chew toy.

The bruise I inflict disappears almost immediately and I can't help but frown in disappointment.

Stupid werewolf healing! Meanwhile I'm left with a sore throat and a few split knuckles; just great.

"You have literally lost your mind haven't you?" I try not to scream; the last thing I want is to draw attention. Does Tina really think I have the power to convince my uncle to set Derek free? It doesn't work like that. There's a system. Tina needs to calm the hell down.

"I'm going to kill you for that!" Tina starts to charge at me although Phoebe moves quickly and stands between us acting as my shield. What the fuck is going on? Phoebe hates me just as much as Tina does especially since I am dating her ex-boyfriend.

Why is she protecting me?

Another better question where is everyone? There should be people staring at us and waiting for a full on cat fight yet the streets are practically deserted, and the people driving past in their cars aren't even noticing the commotion; even the people in the Pizza Place haven't realised yet.

"The last thing we need is for you to be charged with murder as well; please just calm down okay?" Phoebe instructs Tina who takes a deep breathe in response.

"You're right come on. I need something to eat and Kristin; I'll be watching and waiting so be a good girl and do as I say," Tina replies before giving me a smug smile and walking towards the Pizza Place.

I want to wipe that stupid smug smile off of her stupid ugly face; god I wish I had a weapon on me right about now. I don't think my hands can take another hard hit. Her face is like a cement slab.

"By the way I just wanted to thank you. It's been great having Tane back; really . . . Really great." Phoebe smiles before she turns her back and struts away. If I had something in my hand other than my car keys I would have totally thrown it at her. Is she hinting at what I think she is hinting at? No way; Tane wouldn't do that to me. He wouldn't cheat on me especially with her!

Crazy stupid bitches! I really think Tina has temporarily lost her mind and literally gone insane.

Who are you going to see first Kristin? I ask myself as I sit in my car which is parked at the police station.

"Hey can we talk?" I ask Tane as he sits behind his desk. He always looks so hot in his uniform, and I have to remind myself that I am annoyed at him for not believing me and walking out on me to go back to his sister and stupid ex-girlfriend Phoebe.

I hate even thinking her stupid name. Tane has to know that she isn't over him yet. He can't be that stupid or maybe he's not over her either. No don't think like that. Nothing would have happened; Tane's not that kind of guy. Phoebe is just trying to get into my head; don't let her win.

"I'm actually kind of busy; Derek is in cell three if you want to go see him," Tane focuses on his laptop which is sitting in front of him, and I have to hold in the grunt of frustration which is trying to find its way to freedom.

I mean seriously! He's the one that spent the last two nights in the same house as his ex-girlfriend and I'm still the bad guy?

"Tane come on why are you acting like this? How many times do I have to tell you that I want you and not Derek?"

"I just can't deal with this right now."

"You mean me? Did something happen between you and Phoebe?"

How did things go from perfect too horrible in such a short amount of time? We were happy. I was happy.

What is happening?

"I can't believe you would even ask that!"

"What am I meant to think when you won't talk to me? Please just talk to me Tane." I quietly beg. The last thing I want is for everyone in the building to know that we are fighting; especially my Uncle.

"Kristin please-"

"Can you just stop being stubborn for two minutes. Tell me what is wrong? What do I have to do to prove to you that Derek is my past and you are my future?"

"I need to go I'm sorry." Tane replies before he rushes out of the room leaving me behind. Is he really this upset over me talking to Derek; it's not like I made out with him. I haven't given him any reason to think that I still have feelings for Derek. It has to be more; more between him and Phoebe or am I just being paranoid? I've got to stop letting Phoebe get in my head.

I really don't get guys. No! I'm not going to start obsessing over this; time for a distraction. I need to find out who Derek apparently 'murdered' not that I care.

"Knock- knock," I use my voice as I reach the Sheriff's office.

"Come in."

"Hey are you busy?" I ask as I enter the room and shut the door behind me. Part of me is feeling guilty for asking, but it's what anybody would do in my position if someone from their past was accused of murder.

"No don't even ask." My uncle replies immediately.

"No?" How does he know what I'm going to ask?

"No I can't tell you any details of the case."

"Not even one?"

"Not even one."

"You know Derek isn't a murderer right?" Sure he's many things but a murderer I don't think so. Not even the slightest unless of course it was self-defence. He is after all a werewolf, and there are rogue hunters that kill innocent werewolves. Luckily my father hunts by the books; meaning he only kills werewolves that have spilt human blood and/or killed humans.

"I'm not talking about this with you Kristin. My job is to find evidence, and that is what I am doing."

"So the evidence you have is pointing at Derek being guilty?"

"Maybe," He shrugs. "And don't think you can seduce the answers out of Tane either."

"You don't have to worry about that." I reply trying my hardest not to give anything away. The last thing I feel like doing is discussing my relationship problems with my Uncle; especially since Tane works with him five days a week- eight hours a day at the very least.

"You okay?" He asks and I force a smile and nod. "Why the hell is your throat bruised?" He adds as he stands to his feet and practically slams his fist against the desk.

Dramatic much?

It takes me a few moments to remember why my throat is bruised although I can't tell him a love struck obsessed crazy werewolf did it. He would think I was losing my mind for sure.

"Did Tane do this? I can't believe it; he doesn't seem like the type."

"Tane would never lay a finger on me. I just got in argument with an old friend. It looks a lot worse than what it feels like."

It must look worse than it feels because my throat is barely hurting anymore. It's definitely not the worst pain I've experienced; I did hunt down werewolves for two years of my life. I got injured A LOT. In a way I guess I'm lucky Tina held back . . . Slightly.

"Well it looks bad Kristin; you need to press charges or at least get a restraining order. Who is this old friend? It wasn't Derek before he got locked up was it?" My Uncle asks as his nostrils begin to flare. If it were a cartoon there would literally be steam coming out his ears for sure.

"Calm down okay it wasn't Derek. It was a girl and it won't happen again I promise."

Next time I'm not going to forget my tazer which was a present from my Uncle, and is to be only used in emergencies plus it fits in my pocket; handy for when I'm out and about town.

You never know when a crazy werewolf bitch is going to attack you; welcome to my life.

"Kristin-"

"I'm fine; it won't happen again." I promise.

"You're not here to visit him are you?" My Uncle raises both eyebrows with suspicion.

Visit Derek? Yeah right. I just want to know who he apparently murdered; what's wrong with that?

"No I'm not."

"Good; are you going to the game tonight?"

"Of course," I don't really have a choice. I have to be there just in case. There is a chance Scott is going to shift in front of the entire school, but there is no way I'm going to let that happen.

Especially since Chris Argent will most likely be present at the game. No one's going to hurt Scott but me; even so I will find a way to contain him until he shifts back into his human form.

I know a few tricks . . .