A/N: Well this is the final chapter. I hope you've liked reading it as much as I've enjoyed writing it! I'm sorry if the Jason Bourne-esque few chapters weren't very good, I'm not so great at writing in that particular style. Regardless, I sincerely hope you liked the story as a whole! Thanks for reading!

Gemma had taken Kalila's keys and headed to the woman's home to get her some fresh clothes. She was sure the younger woman was tired of walking around in a wife beater and a pair of Jax's boxers! She put together an outfit and underwear that she hoped Kalila would like. It didn't take her long to get back to the clubhouse. The boys were still practicing on one another and the young woman was still supervising and directing. Once Kalila was sure everyone could execute the choke hold with no problems, she said they could stop practicing.

Jax and Kalila headed to the bar where the prospect had a beer for the VP and water for her. She tossed the clothes on the bar close to Kalila. The young woman looked over to where the Matriarch was standing.

"I figured you didn't want to keep walking around in Jax's boxers and wife beater." Gemma smiled

"Thank you." Kalila stated, "Seriously."

The Queen Bee just smiled at her before walking away to talk to Clay. Juice had returned and said that tracker had been planted. Clay nodded before turning back to Bobby. Kalila asked Jax if there was somewhere she could take a shower. He smiled at her as he stood up. She grabbed her clothes and followed the blond back to his dorm room. He found a clean towel for her before pointing her towards his bathroom. He apologized for the state of his bathroom making her laugh softly.

She showered as quickly as she could but the hot water felt really good to her muscles. He was sitting on his bed going over what they were about to do. She emerged from the bathroom making him whip his head around. The towel was wrapped around her head and she was tugging her shirt down. The jeans she wore looked incredible on her. She sat down on the edge of the bed and leaned forward to dry her hair. He quickly made his way into his bathroom to finally get cleaned up too.

She stayed in his bedroom, not really wanted to be around the other bikers at the moment. Jax was taking his time showering. The hot water was a welcome relief to being soaked in the rain, sleeping in a dank log and dark moldy cave. Letting the water run over him, he closed his eyes and thought back to sleeping in that rock formation. Having to be cuddled up together, his arms around her, holding her close to him. Why was he having these thoughts?!

When the bathroom door opened up, she looked up. Her eyes nearly popped out of her head. He was standing there with just a towel wrapped around his waist. He had another towel and was drying his hair but she couldn't tear her eyes away from him. When he looked up, she quickly looked away. There was no point in giving in to these feelings. As soon as she had helped these outlaw bikers with their mutual problem, she was packing her bags and hauling ass away from this town! When the bed moved next to her, she looked over to see Jax sitting there fully dressed.

"I understand you don't like us. We're the reason you're in danger." He stated, "I just want you to know that you are integral to us dealing with our problem. We're outlaws and we do a lot of illegal activities but we don't deal drugs. We do everything we can to keep it out of Charming."

"That's well and good but as soon as this is over I'm gone." She replied

"Don't go. There's more to us and to Charming than fighting for your life." He quietly stated

"I may live on the outskirts of society but I've never had to deal with people wanting to kill me. This is just too much for me, Jax." She confessed

"What if… what if we could find a way to keep the martial arts studio? Would you stay to run it?" He asked

Knock! Knock! Knock!

"Jax! Clay wants you." Ratboy stated through the door

She followed the blond out of his room and into the main hub of the clubhouse. Most of his brothers were already seated scattered around the room. Juice was explaining that their tracker had worked. He had tracked the truck to a property on the outskirts of Stockton. Bobby said that's probably where they were manufacturing the meth. Jax asked where Don was. Juice replied that he was at the studio with two other guys.

Jax said the he, Kalila, and Ratboy would go to the studio. Once they were done, he would call for everyone else to meet up there and then head on up to Stockton. Clay nodded in agreement. It was starting to get dark out so Jax thought they should get going. He told her she was going to ride with him but she shook her head no. He wasn't asking, he wasn't giving her any other options. He told her to hop on. She glared at him, making Ratboy laugh softly, but finally did as he asked. They parked down the street so as to not be seen.

"Don is mine" She whispered to her two companions

"What's the plan?" Ratboy questioned

"We'll sneak up and take them one at a time. We'll keep Don alive until I get what I want out of him." She replied making both men grin at her

The cautiously made their way to the back of the building. The two guys were still loading their merchandise into their own vehicle. Don was nowhere to be seen. She nodded at Jax and then to the guy on the far left. She did the same with Ratboy and the guy on the right. She watched as the two bikers snaked their way to where the two men were at. In one swift motion, both bikers sprang up and execute a near perfect choke hold. The Ratboy had fought a little harder so Jax clocked him one while Ratboy kept pressure on his throat. Before long, he went limp.

She sprinted to the two bikers before checking the pulse of the two men on the ground. With a solemn nod, she told her companions that both men were dead. They would have to wait for Don to come out. Ratboy started dragging the guy out of sight while Jax took the other one. Kalila positioned herself to the left of the door to wait Don.

"What do you want from Don?" Jax whispered as he came to a stop next to the petite fighter

"I want this studio. He used me as a front and that's the least he can give me for all this bullshit!" She exclaimed angrily

"Ratboy and I will make sure he signs the papers. You leave that up to us!" Jax smiled at her

A few minutes later and Don emerged from the building. He looked around not seeing his two cohorts. Before he knew what hit him, there was an arm around his throat and he couldn't breathe. He struggled as best as he could but he just could not slip out of the grasp of whoever had him. The harder he struggled, the darker the world became. When he awoke, he was sitting in his office tied rather tightly to a chair.

"Kalila! What… what are you doing? I…. I thought you…." He stuttered

"Shut it, Don. You're not dealing with me tonight." She stated, voice eerily calm, "You're dealing with them."

"We'll take it from here. Juice is on his way to pick you up. We'll meet you in a little while." Jax told her

She walked outside to await her ride. It didn't take long for him to arrive. She was expecting it to just be Juice but the whole clan had come as well. He helped her onto the back of his bike as he told they were on their way up to Stockton. She told the IO what Jax had said about meeting up with them. It didn't take long for the large posse to get back on the road. She hung on to Juice tightly as they zipped along the highway.

The stopped about four blocks from the property that the tracker had told them was the right place. Clay stood by and asked her what she thought they should do. She explained what she had back at the clubhouse. Tig was surprised that Clay was taking advice from Kalila. All Clay wanted was to squash this threat and keep the cops off their trails about it. If he had do it the way this woman said to do it then so be it.

The large group walked confidently three blocks and then slowed their pace. She told them they had to be careful in case there were guards on the property. Clay stayed back to "keep guard" while he sent the rest of the bikers with Kalila. Happy wasn't liking the idea of taking orders from this woman and Tig wasn't sure she should be handling club business like one of the bikers. Chibs was more concerned about her getting hurt than her being able to hold her own in this. Just as she predicted, there were several armed guys walking around the property.

She nodded to Tig as one guy came close to where they were laying in the grass. He was looking in their direction so Kalila backed away, then walked off somewhere and slipped her top off. Tig watched as she started "stumbling" around and giggling. The gunman turned his back on Tig as he pointed his gun at her. She was acting drunk and suddenly the gunman smiled at her. She asked him where her car was. He was so busy looking at her boobs he didn't realize Tig was approaching. Less than a minute later and this guy was dead on the ground.

"Good job, Doll!" Tig whispered to her as she slipped her top back on

While Tig and Kalila were busy with one gunman, Juice and Chibs were stalking their own gunman. They were trying to be silent but it wasn't as easy as they had hoped. Juice threw a rock into the woods behind them making the gunman turn his attention in that direction. That gave Chibs the opportunity to sneak up behind the guy and get his arm around the bad guy's throat. As Kalila had promised, it took under a minute before the guy was dead from lack of oxygen.

Bobby was staying in shadows of the trees and stalking the gunman he had spotted. He made noise to get the guy's attention. Happy was glad to have this part of the job. As soon as the gunman's attention was in Bobby's area he crept up, wrapped his arm around the guy's neck and twisted it. The motion snapped the guy's neck killing him instantly. They cautiously walked around looking for any others on the property until they came upon the rest of their group.

"What now?" Tig whispered

"Time to make our way to the building. Juice can open the door just a crack. Two of us will be on one side of the door and two will be on the other side. One or two guys will come out to see what happened. We'll get them then sneak into the house and finish the rest of them." She replied

"Sounds like a solid plan. How long do you think we'll have to wait?"Juice asked

"They're doing something illegal. How long do you think it will take for someone to notice?" She replied with a smirk

They cautiously walked to the front of the building making sure to stay close to the building so not to be seen by anyone who might be watching out the windows. Happy looked inside the window on the right side to see if he could tell how many people were inside. Kneeling back down he held up three fingers. Kalila nodded then looked to Juice. The Puerto Rican quietly opened the door just a crack. It didn't take long for two of the three guys to walk out onto the porch. Happy was quicker than Kalila thought he would be as he sprung up. Before the second guy could even turn to his companion, she had him in the sleeper hold and down to the ground.

She let that guy just drop to the ground. Chibs slid him off the porch and onto the ground to give them space. Hearing the 'thud' made the third guy come outside. Happy punched him in the gut making him bend over. Juice slid his arm around the guy's neck and squeezed until he went limp. Happy was looking back inside but didn't see anyone else. She took a deep breath and then nodded. Happy walked in first to make sure there wasn't anyone else on the ground floor.

"Bobby, Chibs, and I will go downstairs. Kalila, Tig, and Juice go head upstairs." Happy whispered to the group

Kalila nodded silently. The group split into two and headed to their respective spaces. Kalila slinked upstairs, staying as close to the ground as she could. Juice and Tig followed suit. Tig couldn't complain as he got a great view of her fantastic ass! She tried to listen to see if she could hear how many people were upstairs. She finally saw one guy leave a room on the right and head into what appeared to be a bathroom. She slithered up the stairs giving Tig room to move around her. He waited by the door for the guy to leave the bathroom.

A few minutes later and he exited the bathroom. Tig was quick to get the guy "down". The SAA drug him into the bathroom and shut the door. Juice tiptoed past her to stand with Tig. There were two guys in the room. As Tig and Juice were trying to figure out how to get them out one by one, Kalila heard someone in a room behind her. She side-stepped back onto the stairs and crouched down. Juice had started scratching on the door while Tig stood just inside the bathroom. Both guys came out of the room and a fist-fight ensued. Tig jumped one guy and was quick to get him down. Eventually they got the second guy down right as the guy in the room behind Kalila exited his room.

Kalila was quick to get her arm around him and kept pressure on his throat. She let him fall to the floor with a loud thud. Juice and Tig went through all the rooms upstairs to make sure there wasn't anyone left. Kalila walked through checking to make sure there wasn't anyone with a pulse. They made their way downstairs and met up with Happy and his crew. Bobby and Chibs had a guy tied up.

"This is Tony. He's apparently the head honcho of this operation." Bobby explained

Kalila's eyes went wide when she saw him.

"I guess Jax was right." She huffed

"About what?" Tony retorted with an aire of cockiness

"That Jax and his club would return and annihilate everyone you work with." She smirked

He spat at her earning a punch to the face from Tig.

"Clay wants to have a word with him." Bobby stated

Happy watched as Kalila kicked Tony as hard as she could in the side of his right knee. The Tacomah Killah cocked an eyebrow at her as she strutted off. They all walked to where Clay was waiting for them. Opie had arrived with Ratboy and Jax and was setting the place up to blow. Kalila didn't want to know what was being said so she walked off to take a few breaths. Jax was getting caught up by Tig while his step-father had a "meeting" with Tony. Chibs went to check on Kalila.

"Yeh ok, Darlin'?" Chibs quietly asked

"I….. The last few weeks….." She sighed, "Your club…. Being kidnapped…"

"You're a tough lass. I have no doubts yeh'll be fine." He offered, squeezing her shoulder

"You guys aren't going to let me leave town, are you?" She asked

"Let's just get through tonight." Tig stated, coming to a stop by the pair

Opie was finishing with his task. The rest of the bikers started making the walk back to their bikes. Jax walked to where Kalila, Chibs and Tig were standing. The rest of the bikers started making the trek back to their motorcycles. Jax told her he'd give her a ride back to the clubhouse. She nodded at him making him smile. They walked in silence to where he'd parked. Thankfully he, Ratboy, and Opie didn't have to park as far away as the rest of them. They waited for the rest of their group before making their way back to Charming.

She held on tightly to Jax as they rode down the highway. Suddenly she was very tired so she leaned against his back. He smiled even though she couldn't it. They finally made it back to the clubhouse and parked. Her car was in the parking lot but she honestly didn't think she could drive herself home. Jax didn't give her an option. He grabbed her hand and led her through the clubhouse and to his dorm room.

"Are you ok?" He quietly asked as he shut the door

"I don't know." She sighed, plopping down on the edge of his bed

"Why not?" He questioned

He sat down next to her.

She shrugged, "The last few weeks have been so…. Surreal. I've been kidnapped, nearly drowned, been on the run for my life, and had to help an outlaw motorcycle club kill people."

Jax laughed softly.

"I think tonight has just worn you out. The last few days have been very hard on us both. Let's get some rest and see how you feel in the morning." He offered

She sighed in defeat. Honestly she didn't have the energy to fight any more. He smiled before stripping down to his boxers. With a deflated shrug, she stripped down to her undies as well. He watched as she got settled in his bed. After turning off the lights he, too, got settled in bed. He rolled over next to her making her cock her eyebrow at him.

"I want you to stay in Charming." He suddenly stated

"Somehow I don't think your club is going to give me a choice." She retorted

"Don printed out and signed everything needed for you to take over the studio." He told her

"Really?" She asked, shocked that Jax had actually gotten it for her

"Yes. With the proper management, and without the drug laundering, it could be an awesome place." Jax told her, moving some hair out of her face

She remained quiet while she thought things over.

"I want you to stay here. Be legit, run the studio. Stay here in Charming with me." Jax whispered

"With you?" She asked

Sure, she had noticed how attractive he was. She had done everything she could to resist his charms and so far it had worked. Staying in Charming was never the plan.

"Yes. With me. The last several days… running for our lives together… you could have easily ditched me and let me fend for myself. You promised to help me and you followed through it." He said, gently caressing her face, "You've never really had a home. You've always been a nomad. Let me give you a reason to put down roots."

"Jax…. I…" She started

He cut her off as he pressed his lips to hers gently. She really hated to admit it but she definitely felt a spark between them. He deepened their kiss and all her resolve melted away. It was nice to feel wanted like this. Even if she wasn't too fond of the rest of the bikers. Chibs was nice. She moaned with content and gave in to her desires. Finally he pulled away with a smile, blue eyes twinkling.

"Does that mean you'll stay?" He grinned

She sighed and rolled her eyes, "I guess I really don't have a choice."

"I'll do my best to make sure you don't regret it." He whispered before nuzzling his face in her neck

She closed her eyes and smiled in the dark. They laid together just kissing and caressing. When she started yawning, he finally rolled onto his back and then pulled her to him. She snuggled to him and quickly fell asleep. He smiled as he rested his head on top of hers. For the first time in a long while, she slept better than she had in a very long time. It was late morning when they both started to wake from their slumber.

When she opened her eyes, she found the blond biker watching her sleep. He kissed her forehead before he slid out of bed to use the restroom. While he was in the restroom, she got dressed. He playfully smacked her ass when he walked back into his bedroom. He dressed quickly and asked if she wanted to find something to eat. She smiled at him as she said yes.

Chibs and Bobby were sitting at the bar when Jax and Kalila entered. Chibs smiled at the petite woman making her smile back. Jax told them they were heading out to find something to eat. The pair of bikers decided to go with them, after all they needed to eat too! Kalila easily slipped onto the back of Jax's bike. The group headed to the local café and parked. Jax slid his arm around her waist as they walked in.

As they sat in the booth waiting for their food, they began talking about Charming and what a great little town it was. Jax explained to his brothers that she was going to take over the martial arts studio. Chibs thought it was a great idea! Bobby asked about expanding it like Don had been talking about doing. They found lots of cash that she could use, although he wasn't going to tell her the bikers had taken a cut of it, if she decided to expand. As they began talking about what she could do with the studio, she found that these guys seemed genuine. Perhaps she had found the roots she'd been missing all her life after all.