Ch 13

The next morning Kerry met with the real estate agent. The couple made an offer but it was below what the house was listed for and Kerry knew that the price was far too low to accept. Another couple who were much younger were interested in looking at the house on Monday so Kerry agreed. When she got home Kathryn was sunning herself in the backyard.

"Kath, I'm going to go for a run with Kasey."

"Have fun."

Kerry changed and made sure Kasey had some water before they went for a run. She ran 2 miles and made sure to stop for a water break for herself and Kasey before running home. Kerry and Kathryn spent the day getting a manicure and pedicure followed by a bit of shopping.

"Let's have dinner at home." Kerry said as Kathryn agreed since she was trying a gluten free diet. Kathryn noticed her sister checking her phone often and looking at the clock.

"Go to the clubhouse and talk to him." Kathryn said halfway through dinner. Kerry was hardly eating and was pretty quiet.

"I should give him time."

"Kerry, that's not your style. You know how things get worse when you wait. Just go and talk to him. I can go with you for support."

"It's Saturday, the clubhouse is going to be rowdy. Are you ok with that?"

Kathryn nodded.

"I won't even change."

Kerry smirked, even though they had a relaxed day Kathryn was in dark jeans and a tee shirt.

"Well I am since I'm in yoga pants. Give me 5."

Kathryn continued her dinner and her sister returned a few minutes later in jean shorts, flip flops, and a green tank top. The ride to the clubhouse was quiet until Kathryn spoke up when they parked.

"Either you need to do the talking or have crazy make-up sex. If I don't see or hear you for an hour I'll go back to the house."

"So no drinking?"

"Nope."

Kerry handed Kathryn her car keys and she tossed them in her purse. Kerry noticed everyone standing around the boxing ring outside and right away she could see that Happy was one of the fighters.

"Looks like he's working out some frustration." Kathryn muttered seeing Happy fighting a blonde haired man.

"That's not Koz." Kerry said trying to figure out who the other fighter was.

"It's Dan." Kathryn said as Kerry noticed some of the guys watching her.

"Let them have at it. Danny Boy showed up here about 2 hours ago and Happy took a swing at him. He didn't even try to defend himself. They talked for a bit, mostly Dan talking to Happy and now this." Chibs said as Kerry approached the ring.

Kerry wasn't surprised to see Dan holding his own, Happy was more muscular but Dan was pretty quick and used to getting in fights.

"So this is how things are solved in Boston?" Tig asked as Kerry nodded.

"Most of the time."

"Girls too?"

"Depends on the girl." Kerry said crossing her arms.

Happy had saw her right away and after making eye contact he took a good swing at Dan knocking him off balance, landing on his but. Happy put out his hand as Dan stood a bit shaky. Dan turned to see Kerry and Kathryn standing there.

"We're good!" Dan said wiping his forehead with his hand. Dan climbed out of the ring and jokily tried to hug Kathryn who yelled and ran a bit.

"Get away from me, that's so gross!"

Everyone chuckled as Happy climbed out of the ring and took Kerry's hand leading her into the clubhouse. Kerry sat on the edge of the bed as Happy started to pace.

"I still am pissed about you not telling me. Dan told me everything. Went through your whole friendship and I still don't really like him but if you want him in your life I don't want to be the asshole to ruin it. I don't trust him 100 percent."

"Come on, let's shower. We both need this."

"Girl, don't distract me-" Kerry was already taking off her clothes and walking toward the bathroom.

"Fuck!" He said locking the door and starting to undress.

Back at the party Kathryn was sitting next to Dan.

"I think he went easy on you." Kathryn said as Dan laughed.

"It was intense. I can say that. I don't think I've ever fought a guy who hits like that."

"Happy and Kerry are intense together. I told you they were the perfect couple."

"So…"

"Dan, we're not messing around." Kathryn said making a face. "You probably have herpes from your skanky high school girlfriend."

Tig who was standing nearby nearly spit out his drink.

"Oh there is it, now I can see you two are sisters. That was fucking awesome."

Kathryn smirked as Dan flushed.

"I don't have herpes." He said defensively.

"I'm still not messing around with you. I'm seeing someone."

"Oh really? Who?"

"Michael."

"You're back with Buck? Kerry will be glad."

"I haven't even told her yet."

"That'll turn her into Miss Matchmaker. Mary mentioned she was trying to do the same with her."

"I love Mary and all but she needs a man." Kathryn said as Dan laughed.

"Very true."

It was almost 2 hours when Happy and Kerry emerged from the dorms.

"There you are. I was going to head back to the house but I was chatting with Dan and Lyla and Gemma." Kathryn said as Dan nodded.

"Dude, bro code." Kerry said pointing a finger at Dan.

"Hey, I didn't-"

"Oh he was gonna try and I shut him down. I told him I don't want herpes."

Kerry doubled over laughing as Happy chuckled.

"Just announce that to everyone." Dan muttered. "I don't have herpes!" He said loudly.

"But you could. All those nasty people you messed with." Kerry said as Dan turned a shade of red.

"Anyway I didn't tell you but Michael and I are back together."

"It's about damn time." Kerry said pulling Kathryn into a hug. "Buck is the only decent guy you've dated."

"Gee thanks." Kathryn mumbled.

"I'm going to bring Kasey by Monday morning while another couple looks at the house." Kerry said as Happy nodded.

"I should go tell Tig." Kerry wandered off as Kathryn gave Happy a look.

"I'm glad you two sorted it out. God knows my sister can be stubborn sometimes and I think your the same way."

Happy nodded as Kerry came back to the group.

"Come on, let's go. Are you gonna stick around for a bit?"

"Nope, I'm coming home. I have to head up north with Koz for a few days while the other guys are heading to Arizona."

"Now you two are good can we start planning the wedding?"

"Let's plan it soon, ok?" Happy asked with a serious expression as Kerry nodded and smiled.

"But you won't be able to find a great dress in time." Kathryn whined.

"We'll sort it out. Maybe Tuesday we can go to Bakersfield and I can ask Gemma about a venue."

"I'm sure we could use the reservation again."

Kerry shook her head.

"Nope, Opie and Lyla's wedding was there."

"Ok last time I'm offering advice." Happy said as they reached the cars.

"Dan, stop by tomorrow for dinner ok?"

"Sure."

Kathryn grabbed the car keys out of Kerry's hand.

"I'll drive."

"Fine." Kerry mumbled climbing into the passenger side.

When they arrived home Happy offered to take Kasey out while Kathryn pulled out her computer saying she needed to do some work. Happy came in with Kasey who settled in on the love seat. Happy walked up the stairs to see Kerry sitting on the bed flipping through one of the wedding magazines.

"So can we talk now?" Happy said kicking off his shoes. Kerry nodded and closed the magazine.

"We need to be honest with each other about everything. I've been trying to tell you about the club and you need to tell me about any other guy friends you have. I almost lost my fucking mind when Dan showed up and I my mind went to the worst place. I love you so fucking much." Happy was starting to pace as Kerry stood up and wrapped her arms around him.

"I love you too, I never thought I'd feel this way about anyone. I've kept in contact with Dan's family. I talk to his mom on the phone once or twice a month. I e-mail with his brother Kelly and his most recent girl friend. Other then that just my cousins and Uncle Mike. The first 6 months I stayed in contact with a lot of my old friends but it get hard and things just got in the way." Happy nodded and took a few steps away.

"Do you have any questions about what's going on with the club?"

"No, you said it would be ok and I believe you."

"Did the guys tell you what Kathryn's present was?"

"No."

"On Monday New Kids on the Block are playing in Sacramento. Kathryn got our cousin Jim to talk to Jordan Knight so we have tickets, backstage passes, and I think after party passes. She got 5, it was supposed to be for me, Kathryn, Lyla, Mary, and Tara but Tara didn't want to go."

"A prospect should go with you."

Kerry smiled.

"That's what we all thought you'd say. When are you going?"

"Monday." Happy said frowning more.

"How long?"

"Most likely two days. I'll be back before the guys going to Arizona."

"Are you going alone?"

"No, Koz is going with me again."