3 years prior
Jack, Sabrina and Bree entered a large apartment Sabrina and Bree went off to "go fishing" as they called it. jack looked around for Archimedes, Nate to his friends. That's when he saw her a cute
Brunette with doe eyes and an I have no idea what I'm doing here look on her face but also she carried an aura of mystery so he went over to her.
Hi I'm jack. He introduced.
I'm Valerie but you can call me val. She said sipping her drink. So what are you drinking? He asked, she shrugged my brother handed it to me and said avoid the girl handing out party favors. Val said handing the cup to jack. With a single sniff he knew what she was drinking, a Molotov, a drink consisting of firewater, vodka and gunpowder. And the cup was almost empty so he knew why her brother warned her about the party favors she had to be loaded and anything more could kill her. A tall man in a red blazer and black slacks crept up behind them. Both turned around and punched him in the eye and nose. Ow son of a bitch! He exclaimed holding his injuries. how many times have I told you not to creep up to me? Jack said. As Val looked at him shocked. I was attempting to frighten my sister, angel. He said. Oh that makes... Wait Your what now? Jack said. I'm his sister. Val said. that explains a lot. Jack said oh and Nate. Val kicked him in the family jewels. That is for being a creep. So why do people call you angel? Val asked as Nate writhed on the floor. Because I used to be really into free running and he saw me running from hotel security at the excelsior and he said it was graceful and I appeared to fly when I jumped to the roof across the ally. Jack explained as Nate got up I should have you both killed. He grunted. Yeah but someone with my skills, and members of your family that like you are hard to find these days Archimedes. Jack said. Good point. He said as Sabrina and Bree approached them. Hey we found this guy he has a Maserati. Sabrina said obviously drunk while clinging to a coatrack. I'll take them home before they molest your coatrack further. Jack said leading the twins away from the coatrack and to the elevator.
Jack and Valerie shared a glance. Before the doors closed. Little did they know That glance would spark a series of Events that would forever change their lives.
In the present day
Jack and Valerie laid in her bed breathing heavily and glazed with sweat. So we finally did it. Valerie said rolling over facing him. Yeah years of flirting and stolen kisses have finally come to a climax. Jack said turning to her. Do you regret it? She asked. on some level I do, but I also don't at the same time the chase was something unique to us like our secret spot on top of that building after that party at Romeos, he reminisced. It was the middle of winter and we ended up frozen together. She said. Hey it's not my fault Your lip gloss froze. Jack said. Yeah but you were the one who dragged me up there and didn't prop the door. She retorted. Jack's phone buzzed. He grabbed it from his pants on the floor and looked at val. I have to go. He said getting up fast. Why? Val asked getting up. Sabrina's unconscious at the hospital. Jack said putting his shirt on. I'm coming too. Val said pulling on her pants. I'll drive. Jack said grabbing her keys.
At the hospital. Jack entered the emergency room. I'm looking for Sabrina Sullivan. Jack said to the receptionist. What's your relationship to her. The nurse asked raising an eye brow. I'm her brother. He said. And her? She asked gesturing to Valerie. She's my girlfriend. Jack said earning a curious look from the nurse. down the hall fifth door on the right. She said giving them passes.
In Sabrina's room.
Bree and Teri were sitting on the small couch in the corner, Margaret was pacing and al was speaking to the attending physician in the hall, what happened? Jack asked entering. She was walking down the stairs and fell. Teri said as Margaret gripped him in a hug. Geez it must be serious if you're touching me. Jack said hugging back, Oh god. Val rushed to her friend's bed side. Why is she here. They heard Bree grumble. Because we were hanging out when I got your text. Jack said as Margaret went to talk to the doctor in the hall. So you two want to tell me what really happened or do I have to start break bones? Jack asked crouching to Their level. It was Brittney she's mad that you broke her meal ticket. Teri said. I see well thanks for not bullshitting me. Jack said standing up. I'm sorry sis, this is my fault. Jack said clasping Sabrina's delicate hand. As he made contact with her hand he felt cold as if he'd just been dropped into an ice bath. Sabrina's hand twitched in his. Huh I never thought you could feel anything for me after everything I've done. She said Horsley opening her eyes. Everyone rushed up and hugged her. Guys can't breathe. She rasped as the adults came in. Kids Sabrina may never. Ow she's biting me! Jack yelled as Sabrina bit into his shoulder. You big baby I didn't bite hard. She said. You drew blood you living Petri dish, jack said holding his wound. Margaret stood dumbfounded as the children carried on like Sabrina wasn't comatose five minutes ago.