It was just fate's way of really screwing with me that I was working at the garage that afternoon. It was a spur of the moment thing, Gemma called at noon to tell me she was up to her ears in the boys shitty receipts and notes.I almost told her no, considering the fact that I was in no mood to deal with Jax today. I even avoided Gem's dinner last night because i didn't want to deal with slutty and sluttier, and for once I considered Jax the sluttier version of the two. I also did my fair share of crying last night. It was the first time I missed one of Gemma's big dinners and to pour salt on an open wound no one, not even Clay called to see why I wasn't there. It was like it was no big deal and that killed me the most. This was all Jax's fault. He's the one who crossed the line on our friendship and yet I'm the one paying for it. I really hated him at this moment, and to be honest if anyone other than Clay or Gemma had called, I would have not so politely told them to screw off. Even Opie,we haven't really spoke since he kissed me in his dorm a few weeks ago which kind of hurt but was also my own doing as well. I'm also not sure where my friendship with Donna stands after she realized the truth of my affections. I sighed. I guess I'm back to Clay and Gemma. Truth be told, since Jax and Opie brought me to Jax's house that day almost nine years ago; they accepted me as their family. Coming from a girl with little to no family, that spoke volumes to me and for the most part, there wasn't a thing I wouldn't do for them; well Clay because sometimes Gem's demandings are a bit much.

The loud roar of motorcycles caused me to jerk my head up. I sat down the stack I was working on and made my way out of the door. A group of bikes that I didn't recognize rolled into the lot, and me being the nosy person I am, I stepped outside to take a peek. One by one they parked and eased off their bikes, like it was synchronized. It seemed as if the moment he stepped off of his bike our eyes locked and through his helmet mind you! Gem placed her hand on my shoulder causing me to turn around, i answered her question and turned back to gaze at the stranger who had caught my attention, only to find he was gone. And unfortunately, I didnt see him again until the welcome party that I was unaware of happening. It wasn't even brought to my attention until at random I asked while filing paper work

"So uh who's the guys that came in today?" Gem had her glasses on staring at her computer.

"Oh some guys from Tacoma, Happy's guys. They're coming to help the guys on a run." I nodded trying to seem uninterested.

"Damn I didn't even know the guys were leaving. Funny how times changed. I used to pretty much be an old lady in every way but name now I'm getting my information from you." My voice broke at the end so I turned away from her gaze. The tears started to unexpectedly go down my cheeks. I stared off for a minute and once I had myself under control I looked back at her and she took her glasses off and gave me a sigh.

"Darling, I wish I could help you out more because you're a good girl. Hell maybe too good for this shit hole. Your whole life as you knew it went out the window the day Ope and Donna said they were having a kid and getting married. Then you and my son got tangled up together and I was never happier. I always knew you were good for him and he knows that too but baby let me tell you. Teller men can be hard to love and that boy of mine is a lot like his old man. Hell come around. Even if it's not when it's expected. Now finish up that paper and I'm going to take you home so you can get ready for this party. You look like you need a drink baby."

Gem drove me home long enough to shower and change, since I was unaware of the party and hell if I was being completely honest this stranger had intrigued me. I mean he could be ugly as sin but I wouldn't know that until I seen him and I didn't want to look hideous, ya know just in case he was my knight in leather and all. I went with simple, but sexy. I chose my black denim skirt with my soft grey shirt that showed off a little bit of clevage. I went with my strappy black wedges that laced up my calves and only added an inch to my height. It was a shame that I had a hard time walking in heels because they would have made this outfit a for sure hit. I did my make up with just a bit more eyeshadow and eyeliner than normal and gave myself a gorgeous smokey eye look. I decided to leave my hair down, I sprayed it with glitter hair spray and made sure to put a scrunchie in my pocket. Gem was right I needed a break away from everything her son included and I made the decision there and now that I wasn't going to speak to him even if he spoke to me. I just needed to dance and drink and that's what I was going to do

I walked into the living room to find my mom and Gemma laughing up a storm at whatever Gem had said. As I entered the room both raised an eyebrow at me but said nothing . I nervously straightened my black Jean skirt and tugged it down. Mom quickly gave me a smile and pulled me into a hug.

"First time you've actually told me that you were going to a party," she said with a laugh. "oh yeah baby I always knew but I wanted you to tell me on your own accord. Just be safe that's all I ask . I love you."

We walked into the clubhouse and like a magnet I felt a pulsating stare. It heated my skin and gave me goosebumps. It must be Jax or Opie, probably going to bitch about what I had on but screw them both. I'm not here for them. I turned in the direction of the white hot stare just in time to see Happy pointing my way and a guy nodding. Hap waved me over and Gen gave me a nudge. I let out a deep sigh and made my way over. For once in my life, I let all other surroundings disappear. I didn't stretch my neck to look for Jax, Opie, hell anyone. It was as if nothing was going on except for me walking over to this stranger and Happy. Who was I lying too? I was intrigued to see what mystery guy looked like. It was as if I threw caution to the wind which to me honest, wasn't my normal style.

As I took my time approaching the small group of four, I began to study them. All four of them were standing next to the pool table. The mysterious stranger and another man were facing me, while Happy and an older guy technically had their backs to me. I felt my blood heat up as I stared at Mystery guy, he had the same hoodie as the guy on the bike who caught my eye. What are the odds that it's him? Only time will tell. Ha! I laughed to myself, it's not like I was going to walk up to him like, 'hey were u the guy I was creepily staring at when you guys pulled in? Oh yeah that was you, cool.' I shook the craziness out of my head, back to observation. Mystery guy was smoking a cigarette. He had short sandy blonde hair and a slight beard, how do you even measure beards? Like in inches? I smiled to myself, I think the weirdest thoughts sometimes. I guess if we're measuring in inches I'd say at least three or four inches long and it was a brownish color. I imagined myself running my fingers through it and I quickly shook that off. I don't even know the guy what the hell! He was about six foot, maybe taller if I had to guess I'd say slightly taller than Jax but shorter than Opie. I couldn't tell his build under the hoodie but he wasn't fat. I was drawn out of my staring as I made my way to them

"So I can tell you're no sweet butt, so old lady?" Hap wrapped his arm over my shoulder and I laughed. Look at him protecting me. It's too cute, before I could answer, Happy decided too.

"No she sure as hell ain't no sweet butt! I could cut your heart out for implying," he said as mystery guy held his hands out in defense as he puffed on the cigarette. He turned his big brown eyes my way my stomach flipped. woah wasn't expecting that .

"So she's yours Hap? I didn't know you had an old lady. Did you give her a smiley face instead of a crow?" He asked with a laugh. This time I took Happy's arm off of my shoulder and bit my lip which caused him to raise his right eyebrow. I was surprised at the queesy feeling in my lower stomach. What was he doing to me?

"No im no one's old lady, but I am..."

"Family," a familiar voice answered. I turned to see Jax with Wendy tucked under his arm. Mystery man grinned at Jax as they did the bro man hug thing. I turned away as if to ignore Jax as he has been doing to me. I felt his eyes bore holes in me but I shrugged my shoulder so just he could see and hopefully get the fuck off message I was sending.

"I can speak for myself, thanks. My name's Luanne, but everyone calls me Faith," I say as I extend my hand for him to shake. He surprised me by bringing my hand to his lips and kissing it. I got goosebumps as his beard tickled my hand. In a smug way, I was glad Jax was here witnessing that obviously someone else found me attractive. I told both him and Opie that one day someone would find me attractive, though I figured he would be a normal guy, not a biker from another charter.

"Names Josh, how can something as pretty as you not been snatched up yet? Especially around here?" I let out a small giggle

"I've been telling them that for years, I was beginning to think there was something wrong with me." He shook his head and I honestly forgot my hand was still in his until he used it to spin me around. He let out a low whistle.

"No darling, you are right on time." I felt the heat of his words envelope me like a hug. I felt tingles all over. Jax cleared his throat causing us both to look in his direction.

"She's not some piece of meat you can pound then go home Josh. She's our family so hands off.". Josh held is hands up in defense and i resisted my urge to pout. Leave it to Jax who mind you has been ignoring me up until this moment to ruin what was seriously one of the happiest moments I've had lately.

"So in so many words were family too Teller. I was just making conversation with the most beautiful girl in this place." I felt myself blush as I looked at my feet

"Don't overstay your welcome is all in saying."

"Hey Tacoma came down to help you out! You've made your point Jax, now don't go starting nothing with my V.p Josh you heard the man, hands off." the older guy that was standing next to Happy saidd. I turned and gave Jax the shittiest look I could muster.

"Oh because you're not good enough for me obviously no one is right?! That's not the fucking way this works Teller! You made your choice. I actually wanted to be with you I don't know how dumb I could be! with my luck I would probably catch an STD especially after you've been fucking that thing, who the hell knows where it's been. Everywhere from what I heard. You need to butt the hell out of my life! You've made it very clear that you no longer wanted to be apart of it so yeah go to hell!" I screamed as I felt a hand on my shoulder. I turned around and it belonged to Opie.

"Common Lu, let's go get a drink." I nodded and turned back towards Josh .

"Thank you for all of your compliments. I've had a very shitty week, hell who am I lying too ? I've had a shitty month. Honestly, tonight is the first time I've felt like me in awhile so thanks again." He gave me a genuine smile and I was almost sad to leave but I knew it had to be done. I took a seat at the bar with Ope and before I could call out my drink , one was sat in front of me. I smled at the bartender as I shipped on my Jager bomb. Open put his hand on my shoulder then surprised me by pulling me into a partial hug. I fought the urge to cry again but I shook it off

"Lu, I'm sorry for all of the shit I've put you through in the last month. You were right to be upset at me. I shouldn't have kissed you I had no right. I'm getting married and having a kid. I'm sorry I never realized you had feelings for me before, if I did we sure wouldn't be here. I would like to think that we would have a house of our own, about to have a baby or getting married," he rubbed his hand down his face and sighed. "Dammit you don't need this either. What I'm trying to say is how sorry I am that your life has been turned upside down because of me and Jax. You don't deserve that's you've been nothing but good to us and we've fucked that up." I leaned into his chest and tried to relax at the sound of his heartbeat. He's right and God it kills me to realise just how our life would have planned out and that he imagined it too. If only things were different. I wiped my face off and pulled out of his embrace.

"You're right Ope, there was so many things we could have been if only things were different. But neither of us wanted to risk our friendship and in a way it was for the best. You found Donna and you guys are so great together. I can't wait to spoil my niece or nephew rotten. I'll admit when I first found out I was a mixture of mad, sad , and downright depressed. In that moment I realized the life I had planned out for us was gone. Not going to lie, I've still been resentful up until yesterday when I saw the ultrasound picture and it all kicked into place. I found myself actually excited and full of awe. I'm genuinely happy for you guys and you made the right choice in Donna." He turned to Me and smiled as I downed the rest of my cup. I shook my head at the bartender, indicating that I didn't want another.

"You know she reminds me so much of you." I sighed.

"I know Ope."

"Is he your choice?" I turned to him obviously confused.

"Who Ope?" He cast a glance over his shoulder. I followed his gaze to the couch, where Wendy was perched on Jax's lap. I rolled my eyes and almost gagged.

"I don't know Ope. I thought so, but if you seen the way he's been treating me. I don't think I could be his only one and that's what I want. I want to be someone's old lady. I want someone to look at me the way Clay looks at Gemma and I want to know that I have someone's love 100%. Is that too much to ask for?" He shook his head and stared at his glass.

"I don't know what's going on with Jax. He's not talking to me very much right now. Losing Tara messed his head up a little bit but that's no excuse for what he's doing to you. He didn't like it when I told him that either. You're a catch Faith and one day someone will snatch you up. It's going to kill me watching some man be everything I ever wanted to be to you but most importantly, you need to be happy. I'm going to do everything in my power to make sure you find that happiness." With that he got up and walked away , leaving me confused.

A/n: this chapter has been driving me crazy till it got written. I was trying to get my son to sleep last night and I kept seeing the first couple of scenes and it wouldn't leave me alone till I got it going. I literally finished half before going to sleep last night lol as usual let me know what u think. Thanks guys your reviews make me smile