A/N- Tenel Ka DID get her arm fixed!
Chapter 2- Don't Let Go
The five stepped out of the meeting and began to walk down the hallway. Jacen trailed behind and made sure that Jaina, Zekk and Lowie were far enough ahead. He reached his hand out to grab Tenel Ka gently by the arm. She stopped and looked at him. He turned her around to face him. Her usually expressionless face hinted confusion. "Tenel Ka, I need to talk with you real quick." Jacen said, quietly. He pulled her over into a corner. "You know, I wasn't joking about what I said at breakfast." Tenel Ka's confusion was more apparent. "When you said you were cold." He continued. Tenel Ka still didn't understand. Jacen grabbed her hands in his, and leaned in closely to kiss her. Their lips met for a few seconds, just long enough to be enjoyed, but not too long to make it uncomfortable for both of them. Tenel Ka looked at the ground and didn't say anything. "I love you, Tenel Ka." Jacen said. She looked up, surprised. She stared him in the eyes.
-TK POV- I can tell he means it.I can see it in his eyes. I love him too, but can I tell him? I will.if I can just find the words to say.
-J POV- I wish there was another way to say it, but she looked so confused, I had to just say it straight up. I hope she understands that.
Tenel Ka opened her mouth, but no words came out. She bit her lip and looked back at the ground. Jacen's heart began to sink, 'She must think I'm a fool.' he thought to himself. Jacen's grip on her hands began to lighten up as Tenel Ka brought her face up to his once more. Her chin began to quiver, but she held back the tears that have been trying to force themselves out for as long as she can remember. "I love you too, Jacen Solo." She said. Jacen's heart beat rapidly, and his face lit up with a smile. He brought her hand up to his mouth and kissed it lightly. Tenel Ka laughed quietly, as Jacen wrapped an arm around her in a simple hug. She hugged him tightly around the neck. He unwillingly let her go, but he knew they had to catch up to the others before they became too suspicious.
*** It was later that night, and Jacen had stuck to his promise. He was lying in his bed with Tenel Ka's warm body snuggled up against his. He had his arms wrapped around her, and he could feel her body expand every time she took in a breath. He closed his eyes, but he couldn't fall asleep. He was too busy thinking. Tenel Ka, who wasn't really sleeping quite yet, sensed Jacen's thoughts, and opened her eyes. "What is wrong?" She asked quietly. Jacen breathed into her hair, "Nothing, go back to sleep." He ordered lovingly. Tenel Ka sat up stubbornly. "No, something is wrong. Please tell me." Jacen sat up next to her, his eyes tasting every curve of her body. He moved his hand up to her cheek, rubbing it lightly with his fingers. She closed her eyes, resting her head in the palm of his hand. Jacen smiled at her contentment, and moved his other hand up to cup her face. His gaze centered in on her mouth. So perfectly shaped and filled in, he found it hard to resist. But he didn't try. He pulled her face close to his and his lips hungrily met hers. Tenel Ka was shocked, but pleased. She closed her eyes and kissed him back. Each time their lips met, the kiss became more fervent. Tenel Ka broke the kiss abruptly and looked down at the bed sheets. "What was that for?" She asked quickly. Jacen lifter her chin up with his fingers, "Nothing." He replied calmly. Tenel Ka sensed the hidden meaning behind his words and smiled. Again, Jacen's eyes fell to her lips. He loved to see her smile. She laid back down and closed her eyes. Jacen brushed her hair out of her face and kissed her forehead lightly. 'I love you,' He thought to himself. He too laid down and fell asleep. He had another dream that night.more like something of a memory.
**Classes went as normal, with Jacen face down on his desk. After their morning classes and afternoon meal, they normally would go hang out with Jaina and Zekk, or sleep, but not that time. It was too pretty outside to stay indoors. Jacen had messily stuffed a few clothes in a bag and had told Tenel Ka to get something that she could swim in. They were all four going down to swim in one of the small streams that were created from the green rivers of Yavin 4. Tenel Ka heard a knock on the door to her room. "Hurry up, we're late." Came an annoyed voice from the hallway. She pulled a soft shirt over her head, and grabbed her bag. "Coming." She yelled. Jaina opened the door and hurried her out. They ran down the hall to meet up with Jacen and Zekk, who had been waiting on them for a good five minutes. "That was fast." Jacen said sarcastically. Tenel Ka punched him in the arm. "Ow." Jacen whined. Jaina rolled her eyes at him. "She didn't hit you that hard, Jace." she said, punching him in the other arm. "Hey! Why is everyone hitting me?" Jacen asked, covering his head. Zekk laughed, and Jacen shot him a nasty scowl. Zekk put his hands up in defeat, before anything could happen. Tenel Ka grabbed Jacen's arm and drug him away, and all four of them ran excitedly to the river. Jaina placed her bag on the ground, and tugged her shirt over her head, dropping it on top of her bag. She stood at the edge of the stream in her dark yellow bathing suit and a pair of shorts. She dipped her toe in to test the water. She shivered. 'Of course it's cold.' she thought. She pulled her foot back to the shore. Tenel Ka walked over to her and asked how the water felt. "It's cold.it's always cold." Jaina pouted. Just as Tenel Ka was about to feel the water, the two boys came bursting out of a nearby bush and threw the girls into the river. Jaina surfaced, with Tenel Ka right behind her. Jaina sputtered, spitting water away from her mouth. "That was not funny." Tenel Ka growled, however still showing no true emotion. Jacen, who had been laughing, suddenly felt a wave of fear rush over him. "Was it worth it?" She asked threateningly. Jacen wanted so badly to answer yes, but he knew no matter what he said, he would be severely hurt anyway. Tenel Ka climbed out of the frigid water, her red hair dripping with water, straightening out her bikini top, showing just enough skin to make him melt. She walked towards him slowly, as he backed up. She cut of his retreat by backing him into a nearby tree. Jacen looked around his to try and find an escape. The only way out was to jump into the river. 'Oh that's great.its either get beaten up by Tenel Ka, or jump into a freezing river with all my clothes on.' Jacen thought. He knew he had to run. Tenel Ka smirked, and Jacen, seeing no other way, took off running. He had hoped that he could have gotten off easy by jumping in, but his escaping only fed the chase. She ran quickly after him, laughing. Jacen was clumsily trying to pull his shirt off so he could save at least some of his clothes. He succeeded in pulling it off and threw it on the ground. He reached the edge of the bank and dove in. A chill ran through his body as he was captured by the icy coldness of the water. 'Maybe she'll give up now that I'm in the water.' He thought. Tenel Ka stood at the edge of the bank staring at him. Jacen smiled an innocent smile, but looked as if to say "Too bad." Soon, he realized that the water wasn't as cold anymore and began to move around. Tenel Ka still stood on the riverbank, staring at him, her arms folded over her chest. Jacen felt a little safer after a few minutes of such 'activity', and he swam to the shore. Just as he was reaching a more shallow part of the river, Tenel Ka's muscles flinched, and an evil smirk formed on her mouth. Jacen hadn't noticed for he had been too busy concentrating on swimming. He looked up at her once his feet could reach the bottom of the river, just in time to see her jump in right at him. She balled her body up and created a large splash. Jacen didn't move, and once the water had settled, he stood where he was with an annoyed look on his face, water dripping down it. Jaina, who had been watching Tenel Ka, giggled loudly in amusement. Jacen looked at her, now pouting. She tried to stifle her laugh, somewhat unsuccessfully, holding her hands over her mouth. Jacen looked back towards Tenel Ka, who was standing with her face right in front of his. "Ok, we're even." He said in defeat. He slipped his hands around her waist, pulling her body closer to his. "Oh no my friend.not yet." She said evilly. Jacen pulled her into a kiss before she could say anything further.**
Jacen woke up to a cold room, and no one in his bed. He sat up, wondering where Tenel Ka had gone. The sky was still dark, and he turned and stared at his chrono. '3:30.what's she up to now?' Jacen thought sleepily. Tenel Ka had gotten up from the bed not too much earlier, and was standing out on the balcony. Jacen grabbed a blanket and walked out to her. "What's wrong? Why are you out here?" He asked calmly. "I could not sleep well.I don't feel good." She answered. Jacen put his arm around her thin waist, wrapping the blanket around them.
-TK POV-
His arm around me felt so strong, like it would never let me go. I was uncomfortable. I mean, it felt so good to be held by him, but he made me uncomfortable. I know I love him. He knows that. I just feel like something bad is going to happen- that I'll never see him again.
-J POV-
She was so easy to hold, never forcing against me, and leaning into my grip. But I didn't understand why she didn't seem to enjoy it. I haven't seen her in a long time, I've dreamt of nothing else but her for all that time. I wish she could know how much I love her, but I can't tell her that- there are no words.
He turned and gazed into her eyes. The silver stars reflecting in them. She stared back into his. "Jacen.I." She began. Jacen's eyes urged her on. "I need you." She breathed. She pulled him into a deep, passionate kiss. Jacen's mind raced with confusion and pleasure at the same time. Was this the Tenel Ka he knew? No, of course not.it couldn't be. She never would have kissed him so willingly. Tenel Ka's hands slid up his back, rubbing it gingerly. Jacen's questions were all erased when she pressed her lips harder against his. He wrapped his muscular arms tighter around her. She pressed her slender body against his, allowing him to take control. Jacen let go of everything, and poured all of the love in his heart into this kiss. Tenel Ka began to shake; she broke the kiss, turning her head away. She closed her eyes, sinking her face into his shoulder, fighting the tears.
-TK POV- What's wrong with me? Why did I do that? He must think I'm crazy. I guess I'm just so scared that I can't control myself anymore. Or maybe it's because I really do need him. Who knows.
-J POV- Am I going crazy? What was that for? It's not that we've never kissed.we've kissed a few times. but she's never kissed me on her own. But it's like she has no power over it. She's killing me, every time she looks at me, I feel like I'm dying. Why can't I tell her how deeply I love her? I love her more than anything, and she must know that by now. But I'm not sure how much longer I can restrain myself from not being able to say it.
Jacen grabbed her shoulders and pulled her away. He looked into her eyes. She couldn't make eye contact with him. She was still shaking, more aggressively than before. He let her go, allowing her to fall back into him. He rested his head into her soft red hair, rubbing her back, trying to calm her down. She took deep breaths, gaining more control over herself. "Don't give up, Jace." She said through shivers. Jacen was confused, but said only one thing in response- "I wont." He picked her up and carried her back into his room, placing her gently on the bed. She snuggled up to his chest and fell asleep for the first time in weeks.
Chapter 2- Don't Let Go
The five stepped out of the meeting and began to walk down the hallway. Jacen trailed behind and made sure that Jaina, Zekk and Lowie were far enough ahead. He reached his hand out to grab Tenel Ka gently by the arm. She stopped and looked at him. He turned her around to face him. Her usually expressionless face hinted confusion. "Tenel Ka, I need to talk with you real quick." Jacen said, quietly. He pulled her over into a corner. "You know, I wasn't joking about what I said at breakfast." Tenel Ka's confusion was more apparent. "When you said you were cold." He continued. Tenel Ka still didn't understand. Jacen grabbed her hands in his, and leaned in closely to kiss her. Their lips met for a few seconds, just long enough to be enjoyed, but not too long to make it uncomfortable for both of them. Tenel Ka looked at the ground and didn't say anything. "I love you, Tenel Ka." Jacen said. She looked up, surprised. She stared him in the eyes.
-TK POV- I can tell he means it.I can see it in his eyes. I love him too, but can I tell him? I will.if I can just find the words to say.
-J POV- I wish there was another way to say it, but she looked so confused, I had to just say it straight up. I hope she understands that.
Tenel Ka opened her mouth, but no words came out. She bit her lip and looked back at the ground. Jacen's heart began to sink, 'She must think I'm a fool.' he thought to himself. Jacen's grip on her hands began to lighten up as Tenel Ka brought her face up to his once more. Her chin began to quiver, but she held back the tears that have been trying to force themselves out for as long as she can remember. "I love you too, Jacen Solo." She said. Jacen's heart beat rapidly, and his face lit up with a smile. He brought her hand up to his mouth and kissed it lightly. Tenel Ka laughed quietly, as Jacen wrapped an arm around her in a simple hug. She hugged him tightly around the neck. He unwillingly let her go, but he knew they had to catch up to the others before they became too suspicious.
*** It was later that night, and Jacen had stuck to his promise. He was lying in his bed with Tenel Ka's warm body snuggled up against his. He had his arms wrapped around her, and he could feel her body expand every time she took in a breath. He closed his eyes, but he couldn't fall asleep. He was too busy thinking. Tenel Ka, who wasn't really sleeping quite yet, sensed Jacen's thoughts, and opened her eyes. "What is wrong?" She asked quietly. Jacen breathed into her hair, "Nothing, go back to sleep." He ordered lovingly. Tenel Ka sat up stubbornly. "No, something is wrong. Please tell me." Jacen sat up next to her, his eyes tasting every curve of her body. He moved his hand up to her cheek, rubbing it lightly with his fingers. She closed her eyes, resting her head in the palm of his hand. Jacen smiled at her contentment, and moved his other hand up to cup her face. His gaze centered in on her mouth. So perfectly shaped and filled in, he found it hard to resist. But he didn't try. He pulled her face close to his and his lips hungrily met hers. Tenel Ka was shocked, but pleased. She closed her eyes and kissed him back. Each time their lips met, the kiss became more fervent. Tenel Ka broke the kiss abruptly and looked down at the bed sheets. "What was that for?" She asked quickly. Jacen lifter her chin up with his fingers, "Nothing." He replied calmly. Tenel Ka sensed the hidden meaning behind his words and smiled. Again, Jacen's eyes fell to her lips. He loved to see her smile. She laid back down and closed her eyes. Jacen brushed her hair out of her face and kissed her forehead lightly. 'I love you,' He thought to himself. He too laid down and fell asleep. He had another dream that night.more like something of a memory.
**Classes went as normal, with Jacen face down on his desk. After their morning classes and afternoon meal, they normally would go hang out with Jaina and Zekk, or sleep, but not that time. It was too pretty outside to stay indoors. Jacen had messily stuffed a few clothes in a bag and had told Tenel Ka to get something that she could swim in. They were all four going down to swim in one of the small streams that were created from the green rivers of Yavin 4. Tenel Ka heard a knock on the door to her room. "Hurry up, we're late." Came an annoyed voice from the hallway. She pulled a soft shirt over her head, and grabbed her bag. "Coming." She yelled. Jaina opened the door and hurried her out. They ran down the hall to meet up with Jacen and Zekk, who had been waiting on them for a good five minutes. "That was fast." Jacen said sarcastically. Tenel Ka punched him in the arm. "Ow." Jacen whined. Jaina rolled her eyes at him. "She didn't hit you that hard, Jace." she said, punching him in the other arm. "Hey! Why is everyone hitting me?" Jacen asked, covering his head. Zekk laughed, and Jacen shot him a nasty scowl. Zekk put his hands up in defeat, before anything could happen. Tenel Ka grabbed Jacen's arm and drug him away, and all four of them ran excitedly to the river. Jaina placed her bag on the ground, and tugged her shirt over her head, dropping it on top of her bag. She stood at the edge of the stream in her dark yellow bathing suit and a pair of shorts. She dipped her toe in to test the water. She shivered. 'Of course it's cold.' she thought. She pulled her foot back to the shore. Tenel Ka walked over to her and asked how the water felt. "It's cold.it's always cold." Jaina pouted. Just as Tenel Ka was about to feel the water, the two boys came bursting out of a nearby bush and threw the girls into the river. Jaina surfaced, with Tenel Ka right behind her. Jaina sputtered, spitting water away from her mouth. "That was not funny." Tenel Ka growled, however still showing no true emotion. Jacen, who had been laughing, suddenly felt a wave of fear rush over him. "Was it worth it?" She asked threateningly. Jacen wanted so badly to answer yes, but he knew no matter what he said, he would be severely hurt anyway. Tenel Ka climbed out of the frigid water, her red hair dripping with water, straightening out her bikini top, showing just enough skin to make him melt. She walked towards him slowly, as he backed up. She cut of his retreat by backing him into a nearby tree. Jacen looked around his to try and find an escape. The only way out was to jump into the river. 'Oh that's great.its either get beaten up by Tenel Ka, or jump into a freezing river with all my clothes on.' Jacen thought. He knew he had to run. Tenel Ka smirked, and Jacen, seeing no other way, took off running. He had hoped that he could have gotten off easy by jumping in, but his escaping only fed the chase. She ran quickly after him, laughing. Jacen was clumsily trying to pull his shirt off so he could save at least some of his clothes. He succeeded in pulling it off and threw it on the ground. He reached the edge of the bank and dove in. A chill ran through his body as he was captured by the icy coldness of the water. 'Maybe she'll give up now that I'm in the water.' He thought. Tenel Ka stood at the edge of the bank staring at him. Jacen smiled an innocent smile, but looked as if to say "Too bad." Soon, he realized that the water wasn't as cold anymore and began to move around. Tenel Ka still stood on the riverbank, staring at him, her arms folded over her chest. Jacen felt a little safer after a few minutes of such 'activity', and he swam to the shore. Just as he was reaching a more shallow part of the river, Tenel Ka's muscles flinched, and an evil smirk formed on her mouth. Jacen hadn't noticed for he had been too busy concentrating on swimming. He looked up at her once his feet could reach the bottom of the river, just in time to see her jump in right at him. She balled her body up and created a large splash. Jacen didn't move, and once the water had settled, he stood where he was with an annoyed look on his face, water dripping down it. Jaina, who had been watching Tenel Ka, giggled loudly in amusement. Jacen looked at her, now pouting. She tried to stifle her laugh, somewhat unsuccessfully, holding her hands over her mouth. Jacen looked back towards Tenel Ka, who was standing with her face right in front of his. "Ok, we're even." He said in defeat. He slipped his hands around her waist, pulling her body closer to his. "Oh no my friend.not yet." She said evilly. Jacen pulled her into a kiss before she could say anything further.**
Jacen woke up to a cold room, and no one in his bed. He sat up, wondering where Tenel Ka had gone. The sky was still dark, and he turned and stared at his chrono. '3:30.what's she up to now?' Jacen thought sleepily. Tenel Ka had gotten up from the bed not too much earlier, and was standing out on the balcony. Jacen grabbed a blanket and walked out to her. "What's wrong? Why are you out here?" He asked calmly. "I could not sleep well.I don't feel good." She answered. Jacen put his arm around her thin waist, wrapping the blanket around them.
-TK POV-
His arm around me felt so strong, like it would never let me go. I was uncomfortable. I mean, it felt so good to be held by him, but he made me uncomfortable. I know I love him. He knows that. I just feel like something bad is going to happen- that I'll never see him again.
-J POV-
She was so easy to hold, never forcing against me, and leaning into my grip. But I didn't understand why she didn't seem to enjoy it. I haven't seen her in a long time, I've dreamt of nothing else but her for all that time. I wish she could know how much I love her, but I can't tell her that- there are no words.
He turned and gazed into her eyes. The silver stars reflecting in them. She stared back into his. "Jacen.I." She began. Jacen's eyes urged her on. "I need you." She breathed. She pulled him into a deep, passionate kiss. Jacen's mind raced with confusion and pleasure at the same time. Was this the Tenel Ka he knew? No, of course not.it couldn't be. She never would have kissed him so willingly. Tenel Ka's hands slid up his back, rubbing it gingerly. Jacen's questions were all erased when she pressed her lips harder against his. He wrapped his muscular arms tighter around her. She pressed her slender body against his, allowing him to take control. Jacen let go of everything, and poured all of the love in his heart into this kiss. Tenel Ka began to shake; she broke the kiss, turning her head away. She closed her eyes, sinking her face into his shoulder, fighting the tears.
-TK POV- What's wrong with me? Why did I do that? He must think I'm crazy. I guess I'm just so scared that I can't control myself anymore. Or maybe it's because I really do need him. Who knows.
-J POV- Am I going crazy? What was that for? It's not that we've never kissed.we've kissed a few times. but she's never kissed me on her own. But it's like she has no power over it. She's killing me, every time she looks at me, I feel like I'm dying. Why can't I tell her how deeply I love her? I love her more than anything, and she must know that by now. But I'm not sure how much longer I can restrain myself from not being able to say it.
Jacen grabbed her shoulders and pulled her away. He looked into her eyes. She couldn't make eye contact with him. She was still shaking, more aggressively than before. He let her go, allowing her to fall back into him. He rested his head into her soft red hair, rubbing her back, trying to calm her down. She took deep breaths, gaining more control over herself. "Don't give up, Jace." She said through shivers. Jacen was confused, but said only one thing in response- "I wont." He picked her up and carried her back into his room, placing her gently on the bed. She snuggled up to his chest and fell asleep for the first time in weeks.
