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It's been three weeks since Abel's homecoming and he has been doing surprisingly well. Sydney can hardly remember a time when Jax was home so often - he's always been busy with club business. He's always made time for her though and for that she is thankful. Jackson Teller knows his priorities: family before anything - even the club.

Tara has been over often as well to visit with Abel and help Jax in anyway she can. She often wonders how she managed to go twelve whole years without this beautiful man she loves so much.
Whenever Jax is busy with club business - which is still often - Gemma watches Abel if Tara is busy or working. She wanted Jax to have a son from the start and is overjoyed with being able to spoil her little biker boy.

Clay and Jax have been on bad terms for a while now and still argue over Opie's commitment and loyalty to the club. Jax knows Opie better than just about anyone besides Donna maybe: Opie is the farthest thing from a rat. He has a wife and children to provide for and look after and is struggling to make enough money while still putting work in for the club. Things were rough when he went to prison and not much has improved since he's been out; he has a lot of lost time to makeup for and Clay just doesn't seem to understand that. Jax is infuriated by it.

Gemma isn't too happy about Jax jumping right back into Tara's arms so soon but she's dealing with it. Despite how much she (Tara) hurt him, Gemma knows she makes him truly happy. That's all she's ever wanted for her son, but she doesn't want him to be distracted because he has "children and a club to worry about." Believe it or not, Gemma can be a selfish bitch at times.


Most of Sydney's nervousness turned into excitement Sunday night before school. She claimed it was because being in seventh grade is a big deal: texting and dating become "important", girls experiment with makeup and hair, boys actually start caring about how they smell, everyone is going through puberty, etc. Tara was very amused by Sydney's explanation but Jax just tried not to think about Sydney being interested in boys already.

Sydney got up earlier than she did last school year because she wanted to make sure she looked pretty. She herself has actually taken an interest in makeup. Not too long after summer began, Sydney asked Gemma for eyeshadow (wasn't allowed dark colors),mascara, and eyeliner. She's been wearing it ever since but Gemma can be picky about how much she applies.

Tara stayed the night and watched Abel while Jax took Sydney to school. Sydney became a tiny bit nervous again in the car but brushed it off. Jax made sure to tell her she looked beautiful because she kept checking her appearance. She thanked him before kissing his cheek and waving goodbye.


Present day:

Gemma and Clay are still getting used to living alone again. Clay loves Sydney just about more than anything but he's happy to be comfortable in his own home again. Gemma jumped him the first night they were finally alone again and he couldn't get enough of her.

Clay sits down at the head of the large dining room table and sighs while opening and closing his sore fists. "How're the hands, baby?" Gemma asks while setting a cup of coffee in front of him and kissing him real quick on the mouth. "A little sore.. not too bad though. How are you this morning, my love?" He asks before sipping the hot coffee.

"I'm good.. last night was fun, huh?" She says suggestively, earning a wink in response. "Sure was. What's on your agenda today, Gem?" Gemma sighs while going over in her head what needs done today. "Well, Abel is going to be dropped off here around 11:45 since Tara works at noon. We are going to hang out here for a little while, pick Sydney up from school and take her to dance class, and then we're heading to the shop." Clay nods, taking her hand and kissing it. "Sounds great, grandma."

Clay called her that when everyone found out that Jax knocked someone up and she flipped her lid. She claimed she was too young to be a grandmother. Jax shot back with, "You were too young to be a mother, too, ma'."
Gemma has loved being called grandma ever since Sydney first managed to say "gwamma" - it melted her cold heart.


It's 9AM and Jax has until 10 before he has to be at the Clubhouse. Tara just finished feeding, burping, and rocking to sleep a cranky, tired Abel. She gently puts him in his crib and walks out to the kitchen where Jax is leaning against the counter shirtless. He's wearing sweatpants that hang sexily from his waist and expose his V lines and happy trail. Tara takes in the sight, a smirk playing on her lips. "He's sleeping again. He must not have slept well through the night." Jax nods, running his fingers through his long, blonde hair.

Tara looks at the clock on the wall and sighs. "I'm going to shower, okay?" She says and he nods again, walking over to hug and kiss her. Tara pulls away with a smile and leaves the kitchen. She grabs her bag from the bedroom and goes into the bathroom and closes the door behind her. She hasn't officially moved in. She stayed at home the past couple of nights so she could get some work done and pack some things up, which is why she has a bag with her work clothes in it.

She strips down, leaving her clothes a pile on the floor. She turns on the water and lets it run until she's satisfied with the temperature. Jax quietly opens the door, not wanting her to know he's there. He stares as she slowly washes herself, the soapy water running down her wet body. He grows stiff and steps out of his sweats. He gets in the shower and wraps his arms around her and she leans against him. "Hey, perv." She giggles. He kisses her neck and caresses her breasts, saying nothing.

Tara lays her head back against his shoulder so he has better access to her neck. He sucks on her sweet spot and she lets out a moan. She rubs her ass against his erection and he stops sucking on her neck to release a groan deep within his throat. Jax remembers he has less than an hour now and decides not to waste any time. He presses on her back with an open palm to let her know he wants her to bed over.

Tara accidentally knocks the bar of soap off the little rack that is built into the wall but doesn't bother to pick it up. Instead she grips the rack so she can balance herself. Jax palms her ass before giving it a good smack and she moans again.
Jax uses both hands to spread her cheeks before rubbing his dick between them, up and down. He inserts two fingers to see if she's wet enough before slowly sliding himself in. Tara gasps and grips the rack even harder.

Jax holds onto her hips and starts pumping in and out until he finds a good rhythm. Tara's moaning makes him pump harder and he notices that she feels even tighter in this position because he's able to go deeper. She groans his name when he reaches around to fondle her breasts and he feels like he might explode any minute. He isn't used to cumming so soon. Everything is different with Tara though - he loves her so much.

Jax holds off until he feels Tara clench around him, knowing he should pick up the pace so she can reach her climax. He stops playing with her breasts and grips her hips again, pulling her against him with each thrust. Tara moans continuously as she starts cumming around him. Satisfied, Jax finally lets go and orgasms so intensely that he's almost embarrassed by the amount of moans and groans he lets slip past his lips.


Gemma pulls up in front of Charming Middle School and unlocks the doors so Sydney can get in. "How was school, baby?" Gemma asks her as she drives towards the dance studio. "It was fine.. I have a project to do and present next Friday though which sucks. How was your day?"
"It was good. Abel has been awake for a while now and should sleep good tonight." Sydney smiles and turns around to look at the wide-eyed child. "Hi, Abel." She coos.

"Tara told me to tell you that she is picking you up from dance since she gets off at the same time and should only be a few minutes late." Gemma informs her granddaughter.
"Thanks, grandma! She says as she kisses Gemma's cheek and hops out of the car. "Love you both!"


"No, man. I'm telling you. Ima is crazy... she gives amazing blow jobs though." Tig says to Juice and Happy who are working on a car.
"I second that." Happy says not even looking up. Juice laughs. "Pigs."

Opie, who is rummaging around for a certain tool, scoffs. "Don't act like you wouldn't nail her, Juice." Jax looks up from the paperwork on the counter and laughs as Juice blushes. Clay enters the garage. "How's it going, boys? We have Church tonight after we close this place down, okay? Don't be late."

Gemma pulls up and is greeted by Jax who kisses her cheek. "How is he?"
"Wide awake." Gemma smirks. Jax removes the car seat from her vehicle. "Hey, little man."
Juice is at Jax's side in a second smiling from ear to ear. "What's up bro?" Jax asks him. Juice blushes again. "Ah.. nothing. I just really love babies." Jax gives him a funny look before clapping him on the back and grinning.

Jax takes Abel into the office to Gemma so he can return to work. After he's back to the paperwork Piney approaches him. "You did good, son.. I'm happy for you and Tara. I hope it all works out this time." He says a little awkwardly, not making much eye-contact. Compliments aren't typically his thing. "Thanks, old man." Jax says as they briefly hug.


Tara just finished surgery and is filling out paperwork when an administrator approaches her. "Hello, Dr. Knowles. You've been doing amazing and I would like to personally thank you. Any luck on finding a house?"
Tara sets down her pen and shakes the woman's hand. "Thank you. And not so much yet but I have been looking." Tara smiles although that is a small lie.
The woman smiles kindly. "I understand - it can be hard to find the perfect place."

Tara was able to get off a half hour early and is now parked in front of the dance studio. Curious, she gets out of her car and goes inside. She scans the range of girls in leotards until she finds Sydney and smiles. Tara watches them dance, noting how graceful and serious they are.

Ten minutes later class is over and the girls disperse around the room to their bags and start pulling clothes on over their leotards. Sydney notices Tara and grins before walking over and taking her hair out of the ballerina bun. "Hey, what are you doing here?" She asks smiling.
"Well, I got off work a little early and decided to pop in and see what this is all about. I hope you don't mind." Tara blushes.
"No, no. I don't mind!" Sydney pulls on a pair of navy blue athletic shorts with a white stripe down the side and a white t-shirt with the name and logo of the dance studio on it. She slips on her flip-flops and grabs her bag before following Tara out the door.

They arrive at Teller-Morrow around 5:10 and make their way into the garage where Jax is talking to Opie.
Jax kisses Tara real quick and squeezes his daughter's shoulder. "How was your day?"
"It was good actually." Sydney smiles. "Actually? Does that mean you usually have a bad day?" Opie teases her. She dramatically exhales. "School can be such a drag sometimes, Uncle Ope. I have to present next Friday.. that makes me nervous." Opie sets his hand on her back. "You'll do great, baby."


Tara knocks on the office door and waits for Gemma to say "it's open." She walks in and sits down next to Abel's carseat and sighs." Gemma smiles as she's typing away on the computer. "Long day, doc?"
Tara contemplates whether or not Gemma is the right person she should be confiding in about this. "Not really.. I just need to figure out what I'm doing with my house." Gemma stops typing and looks at Tara. "When do you have to be out of it?"
"It's not that I have to be out of it because I can stay there if I want to and own it, but I have to have my decision made within the next month. I really need to start looking at homes because it's just not the one for me." Tara replies, picturing Kohn's dead body.

"Move in with Jax." Gemma says as she goes back to typing. Tara just stares at her. "I don't know.. why are you suggesting that? You don't like me, remember?" Gemma smirks before getting serious. "Tara, of course I was pissed. I'm still trying to move on from it because he's my baby and it killed me to see him like that. I haven't seen him like this in a long time.. his happiness is important to me and you're the missing piece, baby."

Tara bites her lip. "Wow.. well thanks, Gemma. That means a lot. It's just that I don't know if it's such a good idea to move in yet.. we just got back together. Plus, I don't want to upset Sydney in anyway or make her uncomfortable."
Gemma stops typing again to look at the woman who has always had her son's heart. "Are you kidding me? Sydney absolutely adores you, Tara. She sees the effect you have on her daddy. She wants him to be happy too. I know it's soon but you love him, right? You guys aren't kids anymore. People your age don't usually get into a serious relationship without hoping it will turn into something more.. are you having doubts?"
Tara's eyes widen at the accusation. "No, of course not, Gemma. I love Jax more than I've ever loved anyone or anything.. and I don't think I could change that even if I wanted to. I don't think he's 'the one.' I know he is."

Gemma smiles - a genuine smile - and stands to take Tara in her arms. Tara returns the hug and both of the woman think back to when they had a good relationship; a time when Gemma was like a mother to Tara.

"You have flour all over you!" Gemma laughs as she starts patting Tara, a cloud of flour forming around them. They both giggle as they start cleaning up their mess.
"Thanks again for this, Gemma. I just really want to surprise him and make him smile. He deserves it." Tara says hugging her. Gemma kisses her flour-dusted hair as she returns the hug. "You're welcome, baby. I enjoyed this alone time with you - we should do it more often. I was so happy I didn't have a girl but you're making me think otherwise.." Gemma winks.

The oven beeps and Gemma checks the cookies - oatmeal raisin; Jax's favorite to Tara's surprise. "Just another minute or so." Gemma observes. "He told me he would call me when he gets home. When did he say that would be? I'm so anxious for him to get here!"
Gemma grins. "He should be here in about a half hour, honey. Do you mind if I ask you something? I think I already know the answer but I just want to be sure."
Tara's heart drops, nervous for whatever might be coming her way. "Sure." She says as confidently as she can manage. "You guys are being safe, right? I'm not ready for grandkids just yet.. I'm too young for that shit." Tara blushes crimson but laughs it off - it's girl talk, right? "Yes, we are. I promise."


Tara just put Abel to bed when Jax walks in the door at 10:15. "You look exhausted, babe." She observes. He half smiles before wrapping her in a hug. "I am. Thank you so much for all that you have done. I really appreciate it. I love you so much." He says before kissing her passionately. Tara smiles and rests her head on his shoulder. "I love you too, Jackson. You don't have to thank me. I want to be here and help you."

"How was work?" He asks as he releases her. Tara automatically thinks of the issue with the house and frowns but instantly regrets it. "What's wrong?" He asks concerned. She smiles so he doesn't worry. "Nothing, everything is fine." Even to her own ears it sounds unconvincing. He takes both of her hands in his and waits for her to say more. "I just need to decide what I'm gonna do with the house. I still have a month to confirm my decision but that's not really a lot of time. I know I don't want to live there but that's a lot easier than trying to find another home. 2008 has not been kind to the house market."
Jax nods and gives her hands a light squeeze. "Any ideas at all?" He asks. She shakes her head but kisses him lightly on his lips. "Not really." He kisses her again and deepens the kiss by parting his lips. They wrap their arms around each other and slowly make out.

Sydney dances around her room with her earbuds in before deciding to get a snack. She leaves her room and continues to move a little to the music as she makes her way to the kitchen. She glances at her father and Tara as she passes the living room and sees that Tara is flushed and they both look surprised to see her. She knows that look - she knows she must have interrupted something. Jax says something but she couldn't hear him so she removes one of her earbuds. "Sorry, what?"
"What are you doing?" He asks her again. She stares at him, confused as to why he would ask that. "Getting a snack... what are you doing?" He gives her look before shrugging. "Shouldn't you be in bed, little girl?"
Sydney puts her hand on her hip and shifts all her weight to one leg, sassy as ever. "I don't have school tomorrow, dad. Remember? Teacher inservice day and a three-day weekend. Plus, it's not all that late anyway.." Tara grins at Jax and he raises his eyebrows. "Okay then, Miss Thang..."


Jax finishes brushing his teeth and enters his bedroom in only a towel. Tara, whom is already in bed reading a book, looks up at the sexy man she's so in love with. Jax notices her staring before dropping his towel and grabbing sweats from the dresser. "Staring is rude, y'know." He teases her as he slips his pants on. Tara smiles as she marks her page and closes the book. "Well, you're pretty easy on the eyes. I just can't help it." Jax bends down to kiss her. "You're not so bad yourself, babe. Why don't you move in with me?"

Tara was not expecting that and is caught off guard. "You sound like your mother... she said the same thing to me today." Jax looks surprised. "Really? Hmph.. that's a sign." He grins before taking her hand and kissing her knuckles.
"I just don't want to intrude.. or make anyone uncomfortable. Sydney mostly.. I love you so much Jax and I don't want anything to ruin what we have going for us.. you don't think it's too soon?" She asks nervously.

Jax smirks. "Personally, I think it's too late. I want to be with you Tara.. we would eventually live together anyway, right? Sydney will be fine - she's highly fond of us and you in general.. and I really like having another woman around other than just my mom. Sydney's getting to that age." Jax shutters. "And I don't know how I am going to go through that on my own. I'm not a girl - I don't understand all that bullshit." Tara laughs before kissing him. "Well, in that case, yes. You're right - we'd eventually live together so why not do it now." Jax's entire face lights up and he hugs her close. "I love you, Tara Grace. I'm going to kiss Abel and tell Sydney good night if she's still awake."

Jax quietly enters Abel's room and looks down at the snoozing angel. He ever so softly caresses his baby's cheek before speaking. "I love you so much, son. I'm so happy you're okay." He continues to stare at the peaceful child until he hears movement in Sydney's bedroom which is adjacent to her little brother's.

Sydney's just finished going through her closet and dresser and removing clothes she no longer wears. She stares at the messy pile in the middle of her room when she hears a knock on her door. "Come in." She says as she gracefully kneels beside the pile of clothes. Jax enters and looks back and forth between her and the pile. "I just went through everything.. can we take these clothes to Goodwill?" She asks as she picks through them again. "Yeah, just bag them up. I came to say goodnight." He says as he extends his hand to her. She takes it and is pulled up into him for a hug. He bends to kiss the top of her head. "I love you. Goodnight and sweet dreams. Don't stay up too late, okay?"

Sydney nods while continuing to hug him. "I won't. I love you too, daddy." Jax lets go of her bug she continues to hug him. He strokes her soft hair. "Everything okay, baby?" She nods against him and pulls away. "Everything is fine.. really fine. I'm happy that you're happy." Jax suddenly lifts her into his arms and holds her close. "You've always made me happy, Sydney. I'm sorry if I've made you feel like you didn't." Sydney rests her head in the crook of his neck. "I know I have daddy. But you're complete now and things seem to be looking up. I really like Tara and I know she'll make a great old lady." They both laugh and squeeze each other tighter.


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