A/N: Felt like writing something light, so here it is.
Timeline: Nothing specific really. Fit it in wherever you most desire.
Rating: K
Disclaimer: Not mine, no profit, blah, blah, blah.
"Can I ask you something?"
She looked up, smiled, and tucked a piece of hair behind her ear.
"Yeah, sure. What is it?"
"Kate – if that is your real name – what's it short for?"
His tone was light, teasing, but she sensed that underneath he was being serious. That he wanted the truth.
"Yeah it's my real name." She rolled her eyes. "It's short for Katherine."
His grin widened.
"But don't think you can start calling me that."
He looked down, continuing to smile as he shook his head.
"Don't worry, I wouldn't dream of it."
"Well, what about you?"
He looked back up. "Hmm?"
"Jack - is it short for anything?" A look of mock worry came upon her face. "Your name's not Jackson is it?"
He chuckled, long and low in his throat. "No, it's just Jack."
She caught his eye, smiled widely while he returned the favour.
"Why am I not surprised?"
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