A/N: Thanks for reviewing! I'm glad you all like my story.

And just a note to Willows2: Yes Chris had a cold, but it was nothing serious. A sleepy Chris is a funny Chris :)

This is a short little chapter with some Paige/Chris bonding! Because after all, this story was supposed to be Chris bonding with his family. Among other things…

"And so the search continues," Paige said sarcastically later that night.

"Look, I lost focus on why I came back here. Now we've got to catch up. Can you pass me those vials?" Chris replied smoothly.

"So is this your way of trying to keep busy? After you little talk with Piper?"

"Yes," Chris said distractedly. "I mean…what?" Chris added quickly.

"Come on Chris, you can talk to me. Your favorite Aunt in the world!"

"Very funny. As I've told you and Aunt Phoebe over and over, I don't have just one favorite aunt. I love you equally," Chris smiled at Paige.

"Aww!" Paige grabbed Chris and gave him a big kiss on the cheek.

"Gah," Chris said in mock disgust.

"Seriously though Chris, why the sudden change? I thought you and Piper were finally bonding."

"That's the problem," Chris said as he threw in ingredients to make the potion.

"Are you even reading the recipe?"

"Nope."

"Kind of like Piper and her cooking," Paige said pointedly.

"Yeah…" Chris smiled

Then he shook his head sadly.

"I never should have told her that much about the future," Chris said sadly. "I never should have told any of you that much! God I am screwing this up so much!" He yelled in frustration.

"Chris, you've got to calm down. Now that we know about the future, we can help." Paige tried to reason.

Chris took a deep breath.

"I know, you're right. It's just so hard now. I used to be able to pretend that I was just this guy from the future. I just wanted to save it. Now you all know who I am and I can't pretend anymore. I can't pretend that what happens in the future is tearing me apart!"

Paige reached out and hugged Chris. They stayed like that for a long time.

After awhile, Chris calmed down.

"I just miss her, Aunt Paige. I miss feeling safe. I miss...being happy."

"I know sweetie, it's going to be okay. We're going to get through this." Paige said softly. "Anything for one of my favorite nephews!"

Chris laughed.

"Let's get back to work."

TBC…

Hee. PiperLeo-ness in the upcoming chapters! And more Chris and Piper goodness! Please review! As always, any questions, comments and suggestions would be much appreciated!