Disclaimer: can't sue this gal, I don't own not one thing. Although I'd love to own a piece of Hyde.

Author's Note: this is my all ORIGINAL VERSION of how J/H got together. It's an alternate universe fic, so bare with me. I thought that since my last story got such good reviews, I'd try another j/h +j/e story. They are just so much fun to write, i love the conflict. If you like, let me know in your reviews. I live for them you guys, and thanks for the reviews on my last fic. You all rock.

Chapter #3

opening the door to her apartment, Jackie quietly walks in. kicking out of her shoes, she changes into her pajamas. Combing out her hair, she tip toes into the kitchen for a snack," oooh, lasagna. Thank you Steven"

walking up behind Jackie, Hyde leans against the counter," i was going to have that for lunch."

" Steven! Don't do that you jerk!" screams Jackie, jumping in fright.

" whoa, relax Jacks." laughs Hyde, steadying Jackie as she stumbles.

Sighing to herself, Jackie sits near Hyde," you want some?"

picking at the plate with Jackie, Hyde glances over at her," so, how did your latest date go Jackie?"

" Steven, it was amazing." exclaims Jackie with a sparkle in her eyes.

" what was so amazing about it?" asks Hyde, trying to hide his sudden jealousy.

Stuffing a mouthful of lasagna in her mouth, Jackie pours herself some milk," we took a row out to the middle of the lake and had a picnic, and just sat under the stars all night in each others arms."

jealous at the thought of Jackie in another guys arms, Hyde plays it Zen," so, that mean your going to see him again?"

" i sure hope it does." gushes Jackie with excitement.

" whats so great about him?" mutters Hyde, trying to hide his envy.

With a simple shrug of her shoulders, Jackie stares off in a dazed," he's just really sweet, and he asked to kiss me. He didn't just assume that he could."

sitting up in his seat, Hyde looks over at Jackie," could i kiss you Jacks?"

" no, but nice try." says Jackie with a chuckle.

"...dammit!" teases Hyde with a smile.

Shoving at Hyde playfully, Jackie just laughs," what would make you think that would work?"

shifting in his seat, Hyde finishes the last of the lasagna," well, damn Jackie Your hot, what guy doesn't want to kiss you?"

" yeah, i guess that is true." agrees Jackie after a moments thought.

" so, you like this guy?" questions Hyde, pretending not to care.

Letting out a tired yawn, Jackie rubs at her eyes," whats not to like?"

looking over at Jackie, Hyde wraps a protective arm around her," come on."

" where are we going?" asks Jackie in a sleepy voice.

" I'm putting you to bed pronto." informs Hyde, placing Jackie on her bed.

" what would i do without you Steven?" smiles Jackie with a tired giggle. ...

( a few weeks later; Hub)

" could i get another soda?" ponders Jackie, finishing the last of her second drink.

" only if i can get your number." inquires the waiter with a smirk.

Frowning to herself, Jackie rolls her eyes," I'm seeing someone already."

"...damn!" mutters the waiter with a sigh.

" could i just get a soda?" prompts Jackie slightly impatient. ...

" Jackie?" greets Eric with a smile.

" Eric? ... what do you want?" questions Jackie, anger visible in her features.

Sitting down next to Jackie, Eric picks at her fries," nothing...you look great, you know?"

glancing over at Eric, Jackie snatches her fries from him," what ever."

" whats with you?" asks Eric, offended by Jackie's icy attitude toward him.

" not you obviously since we broke up!" snaps Jackie, glaring over at him.

Sighing to himself, Eric sits up in his seat," what do you care? I'm the one who got a black eye. Your with Hyde now anyway."

raising an eyebrow, Jackie shakes her head," I'm not with Steven"

" then why did he hit me?" asks Eric in confusion.

" because you broke my heart you jerk!" yells Jackie, taking a long sip of her soda.

Letting out a long huff, Eric looks over at Jackie," still sore about the break up?"

glaring at Eric with a scowl, Jackie mutters in response," what do you think?"

" come on Jackie, give me a break." pleads Eric, lowering his gaze sadly.

" leave me alone Eric" growls Jackie, stalking out of the Hub.

Following Jackie out of the Hub, Eric touches her arm," Jackie, wait. Couldn't we at least just talk?"

whirling around on Eric, Jackie gives him an icy stare," no."

" come on...I miss you Jackie" admits Eric with a sigh.

" well, i don't miss you." says Jackie coldly.

Wrapping an arm around Jackie, Eric kisses her neck," oh, come on. I don't buy that for a second Jackie and you know it."

shoving Eric away lightly, Jackie looks up at him," I'm seeing someone now."

" since when?" asks Eric, hurt by this news.

" since you decided that i was too young for you to date." mumbles Jackie, taking off down the street.

Sighing to himself once more, Eric steps in front of Jackie," fair enough, but will you at least let me drive you home?"

with a small nod, Jackie follows Eric towards his car," fine, but only because i don't walk to walk since its starting to get dark out." ...

(outside the apartment)

" this is your place." points out Eric, putting the car in park.

" thanks for the ride." says Jackie shifting uncomfortably in her seat.

Glancing over at Jackie, Eric opens the car door for her," don't mention it."

zipping up her coat, Jackie steps out of Eric's car," so, i guess I'll see you around."

" well, wait...Jackie" calls Eric after a few seconds.

" what?" questions Jackie whirling to face Eric

Taking a small step forward, Eric pulls Jackie in for a hug," you know, for what its worth I'm sorry and regret breaking up with you Jackie." ...

(inside the apartment)

" hey Steven, i was thinking we could rent some movies and maybe order in something to eat. What are you in the mood fo...Charlie, hey." greet Jackie in surprise."

" Jackie, whats up?" inquires Charlie, tossing down the magazine he had.

Kicking out of her shoes, Jackie collapses onto the couch," i was about to ask you the same thing actually...did we have a date?"

with a shake of his head, Charlie folds his arms across his chest," no, i wanted to surprise you. ...Who was that guy?"

" just a friend of mine." confides Jackie, pouring herself a drink.

" ex boyfriend." coughs Hyde in correction.

Glaring over at Hyde, Jackie frog him on the shoulder hard," shut up Steven!"

rubbing at his arm, Hyde ducks as Jackie hurls a shoe at him," what, he is! Damn Jackie"

" whether he is or isn't, is not the issue Steven" argues Jackie with a frown.

" actually, it is. Why are you hanging out with your ex?" interrogates Charlie slightly jealous now.

Grabbing herself a pop sickle, Jackie shrugs her shoulders," i wasn't, he just gave me a ride home. Nothing else, thats all. End of story."

frowning at the thought, Charlie stares over at Jackie," why are you letting your ex drive you home anyway?"

" because it's a long walk home from the Hub." enlightens Jackie, starting to get annoyed.

" Jackie, you can't just pal around with your ex whenever you want." point out Charlie, clearly upset and jealous. ... --