You woke up extremely early the next morning shivering. For a moment you forgot where you were and what was going on but once you tried to move you found that you couldn't. Confused you looked around to see that Jack was holding you, and the memories of yesterday came back. You couldn't help but smile as you turned towards Jack and cuddled into his chest.
"Good morning Snowflake" Jack greeted before kissing your forehead.
"Morning" you mumbled as you sat up to prevent yourself from falling asleep.
Jack sat up as well and pulled you into his arms. You couldn't help but giggle, you slept in each other's embrace and yet Jack still wanted to be close to you. As if sensing your thoughts Jack mumbled that he didn't want to let go of you just yet which caused your heart to race and your face to blush. When Jack released you and pulled away just enough to look at you. "Snowflake do you still want to be mine?" Jack asked timidly.
"Yes Jack" you replied with a smile before lightly kissing his nose.
Suddenly you heard a knock on your door, you were about to get up when you heard Raul's voice, "Lace fair warning, Meg just got up, you have like two minutes before she barges in there" he warned.
"Thanks" You called back, as Raul wondered away you heard him mumbling about eating cookies for breakfast.
"I should probably get back to my room before Bunny starts looking for me" Jack said as you turned back towards him. You nodded in understanding, you love Bunny but you really don't feel like hearing him rant about Jack violating you again. Jack lightly kissed your forehead before heading to the window and jumping out to head back to his room.
Seconds after the window closed and Jack was out of sight the door to your room sung open and Meg rushed in and made herself comfortable on the bed.
"Um morning to you too" you laughed.
Meg went right to the point, "Jack just left didn't he" she stated.
"what?" you were caught off guard, "No" you replied lamely.
"I'll take that as a yes" Meg laughed, "Look at you first we find out Jack Frost is real and now you're sleeping with him"
"Meg!" You playing pushed her, "Its not like that"
"oh really," she said as she sat on her knees, "then tell me I'm wrong, after I left last night, Jack came in through the window, you two kissed and then fell asleep together, " Meg told you. You wondered how she knew, its not like you were loud, you were pretty impressed, she did get everything right. Upon seeing your face Meg giggled, "I'm sorry I know you're embarrassed but I can't help it, you and Jack are just too cute together, I'm so happy for you."
"Thanks" you replied with a smile, "I'm happy too."
(Jack)
As you lazily flew back to your room you couldn't help but smile. In the last three hundred years you've never been as happy as you've been for the last few months. Meeting Lacy was the best thing that ever happened to you. You entered your room and closed the window behind you.
"So where have you been mate?" Bunny asked.
Shocked to hear his voice you frantically looked around till you spotted the six foot tall rabbit leaning against the wall. "Bunny…hey" you replied ignoring his question.
"You weren't with little Lacy all night now where you Frostbite" Bunny accused.
"So what if I was?" you asked with a mischievous grin.
Bunny's eyes softened a bit before he said, "Nothing," he admitted, "Just be good to that girl, she's a real sweetheart."
You let down your guard, "I will" you promised. Bunny nodded before leaving the room. While that was probably the strangest conversation you've had with that giant kangaroo you didn't linger on the thought, you were far to happy about confessing your feeling to Lacy and the fact that she returned them.
(Lacy)
You had to leave the North's workshop right after breakfast you had to get to work and the Giry's had to get down to the community center to teach the children's drama camp. While your friends left in a snowglobe portal, Jack insisted on flying you home to which you enthusiastically agreed, anything to spend more time with Jack and flying with him is probably the most breathtaking experience.
After all of the times you've gone flying with Jack, you're always amazed by how beautiful the world looks as you and Jack flew through the air. He held you tight and pointed out a few noteworthy places along the way. You were surprised how fast you got back to Burgess. When you and Jack landed in your backyard you frowned knowing that Jack would have to leave.
You stood at the door, not really knowing what to do feeling super awkward wearing a thick sweater in the middle of august with the mythical incarnation of winter and fun. Jack seemed to be feeling just as awkward.
You bit your lip as Jack shoved his hands in his pockets and looked around.
"I don't want to leave you" Jack admitted as he looked back at you.
"I don't want you to leave" You replied.
Jack frowned and held both of your hands, "Snowflake I would never leave if I didn't have to" Jack told you. Instinctively you tried to look away, but Jack lightly held your chin and looked into your eyes.
"The summer is almost over" You told him.
"Then I'll have the whole fall and winter to spend with you" Jack said with a grin. He gently pulled you into kiss. When off in the distance you could hear a distant squeal, you and Jack pulled away and looked towards the fence only to see Raul with his hand covering Meg's mouth.
"I was so close" Raul said, "I almost got to her before she squealed" You leaned into Jack, who instantly wrapped his arms around you as you laughed. Suddenly Raul's eyes went wide as he jumped away "She licked my hand!" He screamed.
"Thats what you get" Meg yelled at him, before turning back to you and Jack. She looked like she was about to say something when she changed her topic, "I ruined your moment didn't I?" she asked. You nodded as you continued to laugh as Raul tried to desperately clean his hand with hose. "You two are cute, I'm gonna go" she said and ended with a squeal.
Once your two friends were out of sight, you turned back to Jack. "I'm sorry" You apologized.
Jack shook his head, "I like your friends" He told you. "And with those two around I know you won't be alone."
You nodded in agreement, "Thats very true"
Jack pulled you into a tight hug and you wrapped your arms around his torso. After a moment Jack pulled away just enough to kiss your forehead. "I'll be back as soon as I can"
Once Jack was out of sight you walked inside. You sighed, after the last 24 hours getting ready for work felt really mundane.
~one week later~
"He's touching me!" "Mom Eric keeps bothering Lacy" "Mom Meg is a tattle tail…ow!" "Shut up Raul" "Eric you're such a tool, leave me alone!" "Come on Lacy!"
"If all of you don't quiet down I will turn this car around!" Ms. Giry threatened.
"No you won't, we need to pick up Christine and Ryan" Raul commented.
"Fine, then Eric no car, Meg no phone, Raul no video games" Ms. Giry revised her threat instantly silencing the three teens.
You sighed in relief its been an hour of Eric reaching over Raul so he could mess with you. He's been so unbearable ever since he met Jack, granted Eric was never really bearable. You looked out the window at the country side. The camp Ryan and his friends go to is the same camp you went to when you were a kid. It gave the kids so many opportunities anywhere from art, theater, sports, plus the usual camp activities like campfires, horseback riding and archery. You couldn't wait to see Ryan its been a long summer without that kid… but you realized that he wouldn't be going home with you, you'd go back to that big lonely house, and Ryan would be going home with the Bennett's. Now you don't want to think about it.
You leaned against the window, closed your eyes and listened to the sounds of your friends bickering as you drifted off to sleep for the rest of the trip. Thankfully they let you sleep until you reached the camp.
"Lacy!" You heard Ryan yell once you got out of the car. Seconds later he was jumping into your arms.
"Munchkin I missed you" you said.
"Come on! I want to show you my bunk and my new friends and the horses and…" Ryan rambled on.
"Man that little guy got here fast" Raul commented. "where's Christine?" he asked.
Ryan stopped his rambling with wide eyes, "Oops I forgot her in the cafeteria." And just as fast as he showed up, he ran off.
You and the Giry's headed towards the cafeteria. Along the way you ran into Mrs Bennett and the parents of all the other kids. Just as you reached the cafeteria Ryan followed by Christine, Jamie, Caleb, Claude, Cupcake, Monty and Pippa burst through the doors to be reunited with their families.
After a full tour of the camp, a prolonged stay with the horses which you're proud to say Special the horse you learned to ride on is still alive and well, and after meeting what seemed like a small army of children, you finally got to the camp art studio.
"Come on sis, I want to show you all of my work!" Ryan said as he led you into the studio.
"Calm down shrimp, we have all day" You laughed.
"But I didn't get to see you all summer, I have so many drawings to show you!"
"Is this the big sister I heard so much about?"A kind voice asked, you looked over to see a women, close to Anna's age with a round face, big brown eyes and kind smile.
"This is my big sister Lacy" Ryan announced, then he turned to you "And this is Ms. Rita, she's the art instructor".
you nodded thoughtfully as Ms. Rita stood and walked over. "Ryan tells me you're a great artist, it seems he takes after you" she said as she handed you a few drawings. You examined them carefully, they were definitely impressive especially for a seven year old's work, you could recognize the beginnings of an art style and hints of advanced technique. Most of the drawings were of animals but you couldn't help but smile when you saw the rabbit that looked suspiciously like Bunny when he lost his believers, and a butterfly that could pass for a baby tooth.
You placed a hand on Ryan's head and messed up his hair, "These are great kiddo." you complimented.
Ryan smiled brightly, "Thanks sis, one day I'm going to be a good as you."
"You'll be better than me" you laughed.
You soon left the art studio and headed to the outdoor theater for the camp talent showcase. You sat between Meg and Raul while you watched the kids show off everything they've been practicing all summer. Unfortunately Eric sat behind you and would poke your sides occasionally, you tried your best to ignore him, but he was really getting on your nerves. Ryan, Pippa, Caleb, Claude, Monty and Cupcake showed off their dancing ability. Little Christine really stole the show when she sang On My Own from Les Mis, you could hardly believe the voice that came out of that little girl. Soon it was sunset and it was time to head home. Ryan said goodbye to all of his new friends, you packed up all of his things and headed home with the Bennett's.