Chapter 3- Jack, Kate, and Handcuffs

Kate stepped inside, she watched as Sawyer pulled his girl into a kiss. She sighed and the turned to face Jack.

He looked down at her and then nodded.

Kate nodded back. Because she knew they were going to make an escape tonight. Kate then shifted her attention back to Sawyer. She didn't trust this guy, especially after he almost got her and Jack killed.

Sawyer's girl placed her hand against his face, "Look at you Sawyer, you'll all bloody and so is she."

Jack stepped in front of Kate.

Kate looked at him suspiciously. What is he doing?

"Is it okay if I examine your cut?" Jack asked.

Kate was surprised that he was being so nice, and calm after she and Sawyer held him hostage separately. Well…she technically didn't get the chance.

Jack smiled shyly, "I'm a doctor,"

"Sure," Kate said softly.

Jack stood in front of her. He placed his hand on the side of her face and leaned closer to examine her cut.

Kate held her breath, as Jack got closer to her. She looked down at Jack's lips and then at his unshaven beard.

Jack looked into Kate's eyes, "As soon as they go to sleep,"

Kate nodded, "Okay,"

"Hey, what are you two talking about?" Sawyer asked getting between Jack and Kate.

Kate looked away from Sawyer.

"I was examining her cut…she could use some stitches, but since we can't go to the hospital…"

"Hailey, can you get the lady some peroxide?" Sawyer asked.

Hailey smiled, "Of course,"

"And you put some food on the stove quick? I'm hungry as a wolf." Sawyer replied.

"Anything Sawyer, as long as you give me what I want later," She said suggestively.

Kate rolled her eyes. How sick.

"Get me the handcuffs Hailey," Sawyer said.

Jack scratched behind his head, "Don't tell me your going to make us stay here through all that."

Sawyer shook his hair out of his face, "Do you think I am going to let you go? No chief were in this together and so is that fireball right there."

Kate glanced at him cautiously from the corner of her eye.

He smiled back at her, "Look at her…looking back at me meaner than a pitbull."

Hailey returned into the den with the handcuffs, peroxide, and a towel in hand. "Let's clean you up first."

Sawyer pulled off his shirt, "I thought you liked me better dirty."

"I do, but not with blood staining your face. What did you do this time Sawyer? Kill a cop, steal and identity…"

Kate tilted her head to the side. This guy did most of the things she had. But she was no where near as bad.

"That was my agenda last week." Sawyer said with a laugh.

"Hey..Hailey, do you have a towel so I can take care of…" Jack started.

"Kate," She answered.

Jack stared back at Kate with a sudden realization. Now he knew where he had seen her. She was the woman that was on his t.v. before he left. She was wanted.

Kate looked down. She couldn't tell what he was thinking.

Hailey returned with some a towel for Jack.

"Here you go."

"Thank you," Jack said accepting the towel and peroxide and then turning to Kate.

"Clean her up…and then," Sawyer pulled out his gun.

"No one's running away, you don't have to keep on taking that out to prove how big you are."

Sawyer grinned, "I don't have to prove anything."

"You sure?" Jack asked.

Sawyer shook his head, "Look rich boy…"

"What's up with you and your names…my name is Jack, how about you call me that."

Sawyer smiled in disbelief, "Okay Jack, you got guts to be talking back to a guy that is holding you hostage like that."

Jack ignored Sawyer and then poured some of the rubbing alcohol into a towel. "This might sting a little," He said softly to her.

"I know," Kate said with a small smile.

As Jack looked back at Kate, he couldn't see why she was wanted. She had the face of an angel, but then again looks could be deceiving. Could he really trust her? Jack silenced his thoughts by placing the towel to Kate's head.

Kate closed her eyes. "Ohh…stings," She reached out for Jack's hand.

Jack didn't pull back. Even though he couldn't trust her, he had to work with her to get away from Sawyer.

"Are you finished yet?" Sawyer asked impatiently.

Kate opened her eyes and looked at Sawyer.

He stared back at her in interest, "I think I hit the jackpot,"

Kate raised her chin, "What are you talking about?"

"I am going to be traveling with a rich boy, and a very tempting lady…what else could I ask for."

"I'm not rich," Jack replied somewhat impatiently.

"Then why are you wearing that tux…guys like me don't walk around with a tux…if they ain't got the money to pay for it."

"Well in case you haven't noticed I'm not like you,"
Sawyer stepped to Jack defensively, "So what are you saying? Do you think you are better than me?"

"No," Jack said remaining his ground.

Kate pulled Jack back.

Jack turned to her surprised.

"Just let it go," She replied.

Kate listened as police sirens went in another direction. Her heart picked up pace, and then calmed.

"Are you okay?" Jack asked her.

Kate nodded. If she was by herself…she would've ran. And if that Sawyer guy stood in her way, then she probably would've fought him for the gun. He looked strong, but maybe she could take him. Kate glanced back at Jack, but she didn't want to run, and leave him behind.

Sawyer walked closer to Kate.

Kate stared back at him cautiously.

"If you'll behave, then I'll be able to let you go…but until then."

Sawyer gingerly reached for Kate's hand and then snapped the handcuffs on her.

"Get these off of me!" she screamed. With her other free hand she pushed Sawyer roughly in the stomach.

Sawyer stared back at her angrily. "Watch your hands sweet cheeks."

"Take those off of her," Jack warned.

Sawyer pulled his gun out on Jack, "Keep your mouth shut."

He reached for Jack's hand, and then snapped the handcuff closed so Jack was handcuffed to Kate.

"Why are you doing this?" Kate growled. She looked back at his gun trying to figure out a way to grab it. Whatever she did, it wouldn't work because she was handcuffed to Jack.

"I'm doing this because I know what you two are up too. The little eye signals, and the getting all close…your trying to getaway…well it's not happening on my watch. I need money, and I need a driver, and that's what you two are for."

"I don't have money." Kate lied.

Sawyer raised an eyebrow, "Everyone has a little money somewhere."

"What about you?" Jack questioned.

"It's all gone, running is an expensive lifestyle." Sawyer pulled another handcuff out of his pocket.

"What are you trying to join in on the action?" Kate sneered.

Sawyer threw his head back and laughed, "Do you really think I want to be handcuffed to you two? No, I got Hailey, and she's going to keep me entertained tonight."

"Of course she will," Kate groaned.

"Are ya jealous freckles?" Sawyer asked.

"My name is Kate,"

"You sure sweet cheeks," Sawyer teased. He then hooked the other handcuff in the middle of Jack and Kate's.

"What are you doing?" Kate asked.

"Tying you two down, so you can't escape from this house tonight. I may be from the country, but I know what's going on around me."

Kate glanced at Jack from the corner of her eye. She looked back at Sawyer's gun within easy reach. If she tried to attack Sawyer then she could risk Jack getting shot. Kate closed her eyes as she flashed back to earlier…Tom shot, blood covered his face. Her mouth started to quiver.

"Are you okay?" Jack asked softly.

"You two are probably hungry. Hailey's going to make us some dinner, and then we are going to leave for West Virginia tomorrow."

"What's there?" Jack asked.

"New identities, until they find us again." Sawyer explained. Sawyer led Kate and Jack to the back, and then hooked up the 2nd handcuff to a bed post.

"Are you kidding me?" Jack asked in disbelief.

"Don't worry Hailey and I will be taking care of business in the other room." Sawyer paused and looked down at Kate, "Do you want a bandage for that, there is only one more left…and I think you got a prettier face…"

"I'm fine," Kate snapped.

Sawyer shrugged, "Fine, dinner will be ready soon,"

Jack placed his free hand to his head in disbelief, "I can't believe this is happening."

"Me either," Kate said.

Jack glanced at Kate, "I've seen you somewhere,"

"Really?" Kate asked looking down.

"Your wanted," Jack said with a straight face.

Kate sighed, "Don't worry I'm not going to harm you, at least I'm going to try not too,"

Jack raised an eyebrow. What did she mean by that?

Kate bit her lip as tears started to form in her eyes. She always managed to hurt the ones closest to her, and she was positive if she stayed on this "getaway" with Jack, then she would end up hurting him as well.

(Hey guys thanks for the reviews again. I really appreciate your feedback. Rain 1657, I'm glad that you think I nailed Sawyer. I just started watching Lost, so I am still trying to master the characters…and also they are in a different situation so…Sugr4Sawyr…your right, Sawyer's got his priorities mixed up…lol. Thanks once again everyone.)