Everything has been hectic with me. Research papers, last minute work before Christmas vacation and projects. I finally found the time to sit down and finish typing. I'm going to try to update at least three more times before Monday, that's when I go back to school. Hope you enjoy. I would really appreciate reviews too.

Parker could see his younger sister smiling from his spot on the porch. She was on the phone, smiling, all of her teeth showing. She had been like that for a week and a half now. Something was off; he could feel it. Christine had no idea that Parker was even at the house. She hung up her phone. She and Michael had been having sex since that night of the sleepover. Sure, they were sneaking around everywhere but it was more fun that way. Her girls would be here soon. Too soon. Zack and Vince some of their friends, including Michael, outside in front of the garage playing basketball. Mikey's lack of upper body clothing was not helping Christine either. All she could do was wait until later so he could scratch her itch.

"Seems like someone is going through Mike withdrawals!" Morgan exclaims as she, Brittney and Cathy run toward Christine.

Christine laughs smiling at her friends.

"He's torturing me." Christine tells her friend inciting laughter.

"I'm sure he would say the same thing about this skirt you have on. You realize it's not summer right, not even close." Cathy says.

Christine pushes her as the girls head into the garage through the side door.

"Are we really about to hang in the garage?" Brittney asks.

"We do this all the time." Morgan replies.

"Oh I know I just didn't want horny over here to go attack Mike since we can clearly see him through the window."

Christine throws a pillow off the couch at her best friend. The guys all stop playing basketball to get a drink. The girls laughter coming through the slightly opened garage door on the side of it.

"So Christine, how have you and Hodgins been doing the dirty deed? I know Uncle Booth hasn't allowed him in your room. One pregnancy scare was enough."

"Oh shut up Morgan." Christine exclaims.

The guys all narrow in on the conversation as Zack looks to Mike whose face is draining of color.

"Sibling of said boy still in the room. Hearing it that first night was enough to mentally scar me for life."

"It's not like we do it all the time." Christine says.

"Right, so you couldn't take last night because …. ? Did he spend the night?" Brittney exclaims.

"He wasn't at home." Cathy shouts.

Vince, Greg, and their friend Jason all turn to Mike.

"Run!" Greg mouths.

Mike starts to back away but Zack grabs his arm, making him stay in place.

"So if you and Mike are currently hump buddies," Morgan begins making the other two girls erupt into giggles, "What are you and Eli?"

"You mean since he called me a teasing little slut because I wore Mike's jersey at the start of the season? I'd say we are absolutely nothing."

"You move a little fast, don't you think?" Morgan teases.

"No seriously, are you two back together?" Cathy asks.

"Mike and I … we're-"

"Please don't say complicated. When people say their relationship is complicated it means they're together, they just don't want to label it." Brittney complains.

Zack's eyes narrow at Michael as the boys all continue to listen to the girls' conversation.

"Don't say you don't love him, we know you do." Morgan says.

"Did you hear me say otherwise? Even after the entire Samantha situation? No? Okay then." Christine exclaims.

"All we want are answers, beat friend answers. I'm not asking my brother, that's weird. And most likely, he's just going with whatever you're giving him. He doesn't want to lose you again."

"I hear one of the cheerleaders is going to ask him out soon." Morgan says.

"Bullshit. Who?" Brittney questions.

"I would advise her to keep her hands off of Mikey unless she only wants to hold one pom-pom for the rest of her life." Christine grumbles.

The girls all laugh and start making 'oooooooooooooo wow' noises.

"Was that jealousy I did detect in your voice Ms. Booth?" Cathy asks.

"I have absolutely no idea what you are referring too."

"That statement was drenched in envy Chrissy." Morgan exclaims.

"We won't judge Booth. You know this. If you want to get back with him, do so. Unless … unless I was right and you do like Chase!" Brittney excuses.

"What?" Cathy yells.

The girls laugh except Christine who rolls her eyes. Outside Mike's chest is beating inside his chest. Not from Zack's threatening look but from Brittney's accusation of Christine being into another guy. He's praying his best friend is wrong. After all he and Christine have been through, another awkward long triangle does not need to be added to their list of problems.

"Brit seriously. If I was into Chase, we'd be hanging out outside or practice for the Festival. He's into me. Now I won't lie that he's like sex on a stick and I love eye-candy but-"

"But what Booth?" Brittney exclaims.

"I've had enough drama dealing with Mike's groupies to add another of mines to our list of problems."

"Is that why you're going to his swim meet?"

"YOU'RE WHAT?" Cathy yells.

"Everyone goes to the swim meets and Mikey is going with me. Seriously Brit? I thought you were all team Michtine."

"I totally am!" Brittney exclaims.

"I have to agree with Christine on this one. Totally sounds like you're breaking them up."

"Can't break up a couple who are not together! Ha!" Brittney retorts.

The girls all laugh this time.

"Booth really. Honest answer. Are you two a couple?"

"No." Christine answers.

Michael can't help but feel a part of his heart breaking as the words come out of her mouth.

"Are you still in love with him?" Morgan asks.

"Yes."

Mike smiles grows but quickly fades as he sees Zack's gaze.

"Are you two friends with benefits?" Cathy questions.

"No. Look guys, we're more than that. You all know this. We just have some things to figure out. Simple as that. When we do, I will let you guys know. Yes, we're going to continue sleeping with one another because we do love another. Our relationship status is just undecided right now. Gosh!" Christine exclaims walking toward the fridge.

Christine gets a sprite out of the fridge and starts to drink it.

"Why didn't you just start with that?" Brittney asks.

"I hate you!" Christine playfully exclaims.

The guys all look back at Mike.

"Are we going to have a repeat of last time Mike?" Zack asks.

"Why would we? You heard everything your sister said. I love her."

Vincent starts to laugh.

"Zack let the man go. Christine knows what she's doing this time around."

Zack nods, loosing him grasp on his friend. The other guys walk off leaving the two alone.

"I don't like to see my sister hurt." Zack says.

"Neither do I. I love that girl Zack." Mike says.

Zack shakes his head smiling.

"Christine! Christine!" Eli exclaims through the crowd.

Chritine turns to see a boy she once thought she could date but now questions what she ever saw in him.

"Yea?"

"I was wondering if we could hang out sometime soon. I never got that date with you."

Christine's smile grows quickly as she chuckles.

"I didn't think you would want to go out with a teasing little slut."

Eli's face falls instantly.

"Yea, that was my exact facial expression when I heard you called me that. Don't worry. I won't be teasing you anymore." Christine tells him, walking away.

Eli watches as she approaches Mike. The two kiss, a chaste kiss, but filled with love and walk away. Hand-in-hand. He can only shake his head.