"Cas. I'm fine. Claire and I are safe. Yes, we been hunting somewhat. (Not really.) Don't worry! Yes, I'll call before I go to bed. Yeah. Me too. Bye."
Claire smirks as she sipped her coconut drink. She and Jack landed in Maui last night. They were renting a private beach house instead of a hotel. They were taking things slowly and were sleeping in separate bedrooms. Claire already called Jody and Castiel to let them know they were safe and sound. Claire couldn't help but laugh at her friends. They were all jealous. Even Dean. She heard him swearing in the background when Jack teased him for him being on a vacation and Dean was stuck in rainy Kansas. Here, the skies were sunny and perfect. She felt Jack's eyes on her. She was wearing a tangerine bikini with a see through sarong. She lifted up her sunglasses and blew him a kiss. Jack blushed and gave a shy wave back.
Claire and Jack never kissed yet. Both wanted to wait till the right moment. For now, she gestured to Jack to sit beside her. She handed him his drink.
They sat there watching the beautiful ocean and skies, just enjoying each other company.
Sam was reading a newspaper when Dean came stomping in. Ever since he found out what Jack's been up too, he was complaining a lot lately. Both Sam and Castiel were sick of it.
"Dean! YOU drove Jack away. If you stopped treating him like a burden, maybe you and Jack would be spending time together."
"Cas. What that kid did to Sam and me. He swallows a metal ball and comes back with a soul. Then he cries for forgiveness. Meanwhile mom's dead!"
Sam was getting a headache.
"Dean. Mom's in Heaven with Dad. She never wanted to come back. She always knew she was on borrowed time. Billie told us that. Besides. It's our son."
Dean stared at Sam furiously. He knew Sam was right. But the pain of losing his mom, plus the shit they all went through, Jack gets rewarded. He wins big in Vegas, wins a game show and jets off to Paradise with their friend. Cas wasn't too pleased about it. But he said they were adults. He sighs in defeat.
"Look. I love the kid too. Alright. But we been busting our asses. Where's our reward?" Dean complains.
Sam sympathizes with Dean.
"We got our child back. Besides. Jack and Claire been through alot. Let them have their fun. When he gets back we can take a vacation ourselves. We sure as hell need it. Chuck is off world, and He can't be everywhere at once." Sam tells Dean.
"Yeah. Okay. How about somewhere exotic."
"What do you have in mind?"
"Japan. I heard my favorite actress is filming there."
"Busty Asian Beauty's Mila? Dean."
"Live a little Cas."
Sam just smiled. Good thing Jack sent them money. He went and booked the tickets.
Jack and Claire were laughing as they walked towards the beach. They did a lot of water sports. Windsurfing, scuba diving, surfing, fishing, and even riding a dolphin. Jack's presence attracted a lot of marine life. Even the sharks were docile, they reminded Claire of puppies. They loved getting petted. Claire couldn't remember when she had so much fun. When she saw couples playing water wrestling, she suggested to Jack they compete.
They were laughing at the couple that came to join them. Garth and Bess. She met both briefly a while ago but barely knew them. She knew they were friends with Jody, Cas and Dean. As Claire was on Jack's shoulders she wrestled with Bess who was actually pretty strong. The werewolf inside her was very competitive. She easily threw Claire into the water.
"Uncle!" Claire cried. She lost! Oh well. She and Jack thanked them for the game and congratulated them on the win.
"Oh! I didn't expect to see other hunters here. Are you two alone? Where's Sam and Dean?" Garth asks.
"Kansas." Jack answered.
"So you two are together? Or just friends?" Bess asks.
Both Claire and Jack look shyly at one another. Claire takes Jack's hand.
"Just us.''
"That's great! Besides, I seen The Price is Right. Congrats! When is your trip to Bora Bora? Garth and I always wanted to go, but our finances are..."
"Not till December. Besides. I may not be able to make it." Jack said sadly. He knew his task was coming up. He may not survive this time. The Empty told him he wouldn't wake up the second time around.
Claire seeing Jack's face, squeezes his hand. She didn't want to think about it. It hurt. She and Jack were just beginning their relationship. To lose Jack so soon pained her. She looked at Bess and Garth who looked uncomfortable. She and Jack nod in understanding.
"We already seen Paradise. Would you like to go to Bora Bora instead?" Claire suggested. Besides they wanted to go to Switzerland instead.
"Really? Oh thank you!" Bess gushed. She and Garth never had a chance to go on a private honeymoon. Even in Maui, they were here to take care of Bess' aging grandma.
"Just shoot us a email. We can mail you the tickets when they come."
"I'll never forget this. Garth, it's time. Gram's meds are due."
"Bye." Jack waves.
"So Jack, I'm starving. How about we hit authentic Hawaiian food. I seen a buffet restaurant up the hill."
"Sounds good to me."
They walk hand and hand down the beach.
Later that night they were sitting in front of a large bonfire watching the dancers. Jack was enchanted by the movement of the dancers and was squirming in his seat trying to copy their movements. Seeing that, she gestured to the dancer in front of them to let Jack join. Instead they both did.
Jack was self consciously trying to mimic the dancer's movements, but it was way harder than it looked. Claire was having a easier time but when the male dancer was pulling Claire closer, Jack felt jealous. His eyes glowing, he accidentally sent a gust of wind knocking the dancer on his ass. When he saw everyone staring at him in horror, he ran away in shame.
Claire watched as he ran off. She needed to go after him. Seeing their expressions, she knew they seen Jack's eyes. Quickly she made up a hopefully believable excuse.
"My god that fire is bright. Everyone's eyes were glowing gold. Plus that wind. Hopefully a storm doesn't come."
When Claire said that everyone relaxed. They all agreed that the fire gave the illusion of glowing eyes. They were blaming the ocean for the wind. Thankfully they were all relaxing again. Claire knew where Jack went, he went back to the house.
Jack was shaking when he got home. He saw their eyes. It was exactly what happened in Lebanon with those three kids. All he wanted is to be normal. He wished he was human again, at least Claire and him would be together. When he saw Claire he knew she was there to break up. He didn't blame her, she deserved better. When she walked up to him, he was determined not to cry. What she said next, Jack felt...he didn't know.
"Jack. Everyone knew it was just a accident. Everyone believed the fire made your eyes glow. As for the guy, he was a jerk. He was trying to grab my ass. Thanks for knocking him down."
"You're not mad?"
"Nope. Jack. I like you. Let's not think about tomorrow. Let's concentrate on now." She wrapped her arms around Jack and kissed him.
When Jack felt her soft lips, he knew Claire was special. He kissed her back. They kissed under the full moon surrounded by Paradise. Jack and Claire were always going to remember this night.
They took things even slower. They didn't take things to the next level, it was too soon. They wanted to date first. So they did.
Soon their vacation was over. It was time to go home. Both were sad to leave, but they had responsibilities. When they landed in Lawrence, Claire suggested they take a bus back to Lebanon. Just like when they first ran into one another.
A few hours later they were home. Jack anyways. Claire's bus wasn't supposed to leave till tomorrow, so Jack suggested she spend the night in their spare bedroom. Claire agreed. But when she put down her bags, she realized Jack and her may be spilt apart forever. His destiny was coming closer and closer. She teared up thinking about it. Then she had a thought. They had tonight. If they can love for one night, they can be together in each other's hearts forever. She never told Jack that she stopped at Victoria's Secret in Maui. Her red nightgown was perfect for Jack. Since they had the bunker to themselves, they had all the privacy in the world.
Jack was unpacking when Claire knocked.
"Knock knock."
Jack smiled at his girlfriend. A girlfriend. Jack never thought he'll say it. Claire didn't mind, she called him her boyfriend back.
"Hi Claire. Are you lost?"
"No. Jack, how do you feel. About us."
Jack blushed.
"I like you. More than anyone else."
"Do you...love me?" Claire asks shyly. Now she was looking down. Unable to meet his eyes.
Jack just stared at her. Seeing her red face, he realized that yes he did. He fell in love with her in Maui. That kiss under the moon. He was scared to say it, afraid Claire would dump him. He walked up to her and seeing her shiny eyes, he kissed her on the lips while cupping her face.
"I love you Claire Novak."
Claire wanted to cry. But didn't. She was too overwhelmed with happiness.
"I love you too Jack Kline."
They stare in each other's eyes. They kissed again till they couldn't breathe. Claire then asked something Jack was wondering about. Sam was right. When the time came, he'll know.
"Jack. I never been with anyone before. I mean a man. I was waiting for the right person."
Sex. Claire was offering herself to him. A few weeks ago, Jack would have eagerly had sex. But Claire was special. He also knew that they may never see each other again after tonight. He vowed to never break her heart.
"Claire. I love you. You know I may never see you again. You deserve better. After tonight, my destiny awaits." It pained Jack to say that. But the last thing he wanted was to hurt the only woman he ever loved. They both knew this was their last time they'll ever be together.
Claire wanted to cry. Selfishly, she didn't care. She hugged Jack, showing him all the love in her heart.
"I don't know what tomorrow brings. But we have tonight. Let us be together. I'm ready. Besides, I stole some of Dean's condoms." Claire giggles.
Jack laughs back. He knew when she was sincere. He kisses her.
"Are you sure?"
"Yep. I bought a nightgown for the event."
Jack felt his jeans getting tight. He seen Claire in a bikini, and a towel, but this was different. They were going to be intimate. Jack was nervous.
"Claire, you know I'm a virgin right?"
"Me too. We can teach each other. Besides I seen porn."
"Same here. Dean showed me."
"Ew. What we do is nothing like that. Gross. I seen his collection." Claire got nosey once. What she saw in Sam's laptop, she wanted to scrub her eyes with bleach. At least Sam was different, he seemed to like tickling porn. Both of them were strange.
"Okay. We have a few hours. Let's order a pizza."
A few hours later after they ordered their pizza and watched a cheesy movie, Claire told Jack she was going to freshen up. She went and styled her hair and put on a little makeup. When she pulled out her nightgown, her heart was beating fast. This was it. She was terrified. But she knew she was doing the right thing. When she looked at herself, she got scared. She called Jody for advice.
Jody was sleeping when her bedside phone rang. Hopefully it wasn't another dead cow. Sleepily she answered the phone.
"Hello?"
"Jody? Sorry did I wake you?"
Jody immediately sits up.
"Claire? Is something wrong?" She hoped not.
"No. I need advice."
"What is it?"
"Um. Jack and I been dating. And we want to take things to the next level. I'm ready. But I'm scared."
Jody breathes in relief. Sam called and told her about Jack and Claire. She was happy for both, but knew they would never be together. Her heart broke thinking about Claire.
"What's wrong sweetie?"
Claire sniffled.
"I know Jack is the right guy, but am I doing the right thing?"
"Do you love him?"
"Yes."
"Is this what your heart tells you? Jack didn't pressure you did he?"
"What! No! He was hesitant. He kept asking me if I was sure. But now the time is here, I don't know."
Jody wanted to give her a hug. That was her foster daughter, but she loved her with all her heart.
"Claire. Only YOU know. If you are not ready, I'm sure Jack will understand. He did tell you how he feels right?"
"He said he loves me. I love him too."
"Oh baby. If you love him and want to take the next step or not, it's all up to you. Don't force yourself into things you are not ready for."
"I am ready. I think."
"Claire honey. Don't pressure yourself. Jack will understand."
"Thanks mom."
Jody wanted to cry. That is the first time Claire called her that.
"Remember. If you go through with this, remember safe sex. You do have protection right?"
"Yep. I even brought extras. Lube, condoms, spermicide. And I'm even on birth control. I saw a nurse in Maui."
"Good girl."
Claire giggles.
"Thanks Jody."
"Good luck. Remembered if things get scary, its acceptable to say no."
"I understand. Good night. Sorry to wake you."
"Good night. Besides it was a emergency. Love you."
"Love you too." When Claire hung up, she knew what to do. Taking her special bag with her, she went to see Jack.
Jack was pacing back in forth in nervousness. He already called Sam, he told Jack that it was normal to be nervous. He also said if Claire says stop, Jack must immediately stop no questions. Jack agreed. They talked about the mechanics as well. Sam just said let things happen naturally. He thanked Sam and hung up. He never told Castiel about Claire, knowing how overprotective he was, and Dean...there are some things he didn't have to know. He was terrified but excited. He was wearing his nicest pajamas, a blue silky material. He hoped Claire liked it.
He and Claire agreed to do it in Jack's bedroom. He had the bigger bed, plus he had some of Dean's condoms in his nightstand. He already turned on some fake tea lights, plus was playing some romantic music. Celine Dion's "Because You Loved Me" was playing. He thanked Sam for the mixed CD. Whe he heard a knock, he was holding a rose. He snuck out to buy it. He was glad to have wings. When he turned around he was struck on his beautiful Claire was. He knew he will always love her.
Claire was nervous as hell. But she knew she was doing the right thing. Jack was the one. At least for tonight. She knew she'll love him for the rest of her life. When she saw the rose, she was touched. When she saw how nervous he was, she gave him a shy smile. She walked up to him and kissed him.
"I love you."
"I love you too. For you."
"It's beautiful. I like your pajamas."
"Thanks. Your, um, gown is pretty."
"Just wait till I take it off." Claire says teasingly, trying not to laugh when Jack's face turned red as her nightgown.
"Claire, if you say stop. I'll stop. Promise."
Claire was touched. What a gentleman. She wrapped her arms around Jack.
"I'm ready. I got supplies."
"Me too. So um. What do we do now?''
Claire takes off her nightgown. Seeing Jack's eyes go big, she waited for him to make the first move.
Jack wanted to be careful, but seeing Claire's nude body made his body react. He couldn't take his pajamas off fast enough. He blushed when Claire was looking at him. He hoped she liked him. His questions was answered soon enough. They started off kissing and moved on from there. Soon they were in Jack's bed getting ready to consummate their relationship.
"Claire. Are you sure? I don't know what I'm doing."
"Me neither. You got the condom on?"
"Yep."
"Good. So kiss me."
They were sleeping when they woke up to the smell of pancakes and bacon. Shit! They were supposed to sneak out early. Claire was laying in Jack's arms, basking in the afterglow of their romantic night. They both lost their virginity to one another. It was clumsy and scary for both, but knew they were making the right decision. Now hearing Dean's and Castiel's voices, they knew they had to hide Claire. At least till she was in the guest room. Thank god Claire closed the door. They almost had heart attacks hearing Dean knocking.
"Jack! Wake up. Breakfast! Claire is still sleeping, but I'm going to knock again.''
"Shit! Jack. I'm not ashamed, but I don't want Dean and Castiel to know." Claire whispered.
"I know. Wait. I have a idea."
Sam told Cas and Dean he thought he heard a noise in their garage. He saw Jack's message. He also knew what Dean was like. He'll tease Jack and Claire for months. Cas, Sam wasn't sure. But he wasn't chancing it. When all three left, Sam sent Jack a thumbs up emoji.
Claire cautiously sneaks out. She went to have a shower. She hoped they look their time.
After Jack cleaned up, he took Claire's supplies and the used condoms and threw them in a random dumpster somewhere. He was very glad he had wings. He quickly sprayed down his room to hide any smells and changed the sheets. He was just finishing making the bed when Dean barged in. He nearly had a heart attack.
"Jack!"
"Hi Dean." He squeaked. He hoped there was no evidence left behind. He truly hoped he didn't know.
"I know. Congrats."
"Uh, thanks? For what." Jack said nervously. He hoped he didn't know.
"Vegas. The game show. I seen it. So you and Claire. Who gets the Mercedes?"
The game show? Oh right. Price is Right.
"Claire. We split the prizes."
"Really? Too bad. What about Bora Bora. I could use a vacation."
"Claire and I gave it to your friends. Garth and Bess. I told them it was a wedding present from you."
"Really? Oh thanks. So Jack. You and Claire."
Oh oh.
"She's pretty. Isn't she?"
"Yes. Yes she is." Jack said honestly.
"You know. Technically she is the same age as you. You should ask her out."
"Maybe." No way was he telling Dean. He heard the teasing in his voice.
"Anyways. The sausage is still cooking. Jack. Come sit down. I have to tell you about the birds and the bees."
Oh Grandad. Jack's face was bright red as Dean painfully explained every detail about sex. Jack was tempted to fly far, far away.
Claire's face was covered in a pillow. Castiel was explaining about sex in the driest way possible. Everything scientific he had to talk about. Including reproduction, bodily autonomy and emotions. She wanted to steal the Impala and drive far far from here. Preferably in Alaska.
Sam tried to stop them. But he couldn't. Dean and Cas had to take on a fatherly approach to sex talk. When Castiel remarked there was two hormonal young adults in the bucker alone, he remarked that neither Jimmy or Amelia had a chance to talk about sex. Dean said he wanted to talk to Jack about everything. Sam wanted to stop them, but didn't want to spill Jack and Claire's secret. He just hoped neither found out. When he saw Jack and Claire's bright red faces, he wanted to kill his brother and Cas. But for now, breakfast.
"Dig in."
Claire couldn't eat fast enough. She wanted to have a leisurely breakfast with Jack, but no way was she sticking around. She made a excuse she needed to help Jody on a case. When Dean offered her a ride, Claire hurriedly declined. She just wanted to leave. She rushed out her goodbye and went back to her room to pack.
Jack ate as little as he can. He promised to help with the dishes, just as soon as he went to the bathroom. Dean, asshole as he is, teased Jack to keep his hands to himself. The last thing he saw was Sam rubbing his temples. Cas said nothing.
Claire was packing up in a hurry. She had no clue where her "supplies" were, hopefully Jack got rid of it. When she heard Jack's soft knocks, she quietly turned around.
"Hey."
"Hey. So um, Claire. I had a good time. You showed me what love looked like."
"Me too. Jack. I'm sorry to leave like this. I wanted to stay longer, but I can't. Do you forgive me?"
"There's nothing to forgive. These last few weeks were everything. Claire. I will never forget you."
"Me neither. Jack. Whatever happens, I will always love you.''
"I love you too." They share a gentle kiss. They both knew. This was goodbye forever. They teared up, but knew it was the right thing to do. Jack was holding Claire's chin between his thumb and fingers. They both were face to face with each other. Feeling Claire's tears, he gently wipes her tears away. They kissed one last time.
"Goodbye Claire."
"Goodbye Jack. My angel."
"My partner in crime." They both giggle. "You want a ride? I can fly you home in two seconds."
"No thanks. I want to treasure the memories. Once I'm back in Sioux Falls, its back to work."
"Claire. I promise. I will bring a happier world. Here, everyone will have free will."
"I know. I believe in you. Go kick Grandpa's ass."
Jack watched as she walked out. When he heard the door slam, he wanted to cry. But he didn't. He needed to be strong. For his family, friends, the woman he loved. Hopefully he can tell his mom about Claire in Heaven when he visits. To tell her about the most extraordinary woman he ever knew. Hearing Dean yelling about the dishes, he knew it was back to work. Vacation was over.
"Coming!"