Chapter 4- The Kiss

Wow, sorry guys. Its, ehm, been a while! Sorry I wasn't able to update before, my birthday came up (now 13), plus homework and I went to see Cheryl Cole live so I've been pretty busy. Also, I don't think I will be able to do those really long chapters because they are so long so I get bored easily and everything I write starts to become rubbish… so… maybe in the future though! HUGE SORRY for all my grammar mistakes, like I said, I got bored, lazy and tired by how long it was. Anyway, enjoy and review xD xxx.

It took a while for Sabrina to get her head around everything. Luckily, Peter was patient. Why had a famous and cute, if slightly awkward, everafter (who she had literally just met five minutes ago) kiss her? Why had she liked it yet feel extremely unsure of what was going on? Dozens of questions circled her head making her even more confused than she was in the first place. She tried to fit all her questions into one that would show just how puzzled she was about what had happened.

"Peter…." She started calmly before she realized the anger that was bubbling up inside of her like a volcano, ready to explode, and then boomed "WHAT THE HELL?" she, herself, was taken aback by her sudden outburst then felt guilty because Peter didn't really do anything wrong. If Peter was even the slightest bit shocked at Sabrina he hid it well. He even smiled and nodded, then seemed to be fascinated by his dark green pixie shoes that looked like they were made out of leaves. They probably were. Sabrina waited for a while for Peter to remember she was there and the fact that he hadn't yet answered her question. Finally, he looked up again.

"Sorry… I was just thinking. To be honest Sabrina, I don't know!" Peter said, shrugging like it was no big deal that he had JUST KISSED A STRANGER. Sabrina stared at him for a while, like he was some long, difficult maths question that had started being sick all over her. She thought through what he had said for a while. Did he seriously just say he had no idea why he kissed her? How stupid could be you? You should surely have a reason behind your actions no matter how idiotic it was. Sabrina's question was followed by another one.

"Are you… deranged?" she asked as nicely as she could without sounding too sweet nor too mean, and still a bit confused. Peter look up at her with what seemed to be sad eyes. Sabrina felt that stab of guilt attack her again and she had to look away from Peter's innocent, almost disappointed gaze. Sabrina knew what boys thought; she could read them like a book. In all fairness, she could somehow know what all people were like at first glance. It was one of the many skills she had picked up while training with her grandmother before her 12th birthday. Four years ago, almost five. It seemed like forever but really, it wasn't long ago at all. However, for some reason there were only a few people she couldn't get her head around; Mr Canis, Red, Charming, Puck (unfortunately)… and Peter Pan! The funny thing was they were all everafters. Maybe it was something to do with them and the way they were, the way they were made and the way they understood everything that she couldn't read, but she was able to do it with everyone else. Then there was the weird thing; she didn't understand the actions of them but she was so close to them that she often understood how they were feeling better than anyone was. Even Peter who she wasn't close too at all and she didn't understand the kiss but something inside her told her that he felt somewhat afraid and guilty, yet he didn't regret it. Almost like it wasn't him at all who had kissed her. It was very hard to explain but Sabrina liked to think she had a sixth sense. Peter suddenly sat down, interrupting Sabrina from her thoughts. She joined him in the long, soft grass on the hill that look over the quaint, quiet and huddled town that Sabrina dearly loved, more so (sometimes) than New York. It wasn't long ago when it was all in ruins from the war Mirror had started. Peter sighed and Sabrina couldn't help but roll her eyes. She hated attention seekers and Peter seemed like one. Couldn't he just answer the damn question and get the awkwardness over and done with? Sabrina had learned to grow up as one of those people who didn't hold grudges…- well she tried hard anyway! Sometimes it was very hard but Peter seemed like one of those people you could forgive easily. Peter looked at her and smiled. Sabrina smiled back then turned back to the town, hugged her legs and rested her chin on her knees.

"Sabrina, I'm sorry! I don't even know what came over me." Peter said into the silence. Sabrina sighed, bit her lip and pushed herself to look at him and get the answer out, though she already knew it would be exhausting.

"Peter, please tell me. What's the problem? I can keep secrets you know!" Sabrina said budging him and he chuckled. He sat facing her and leaned back. His eyes seemed to be boring into her and Sabrina felt like he was reading her, to know how she would react, to see if he could really trust her. Sabrina slid her eyes away from him again. He wasn't going to be able to finish her that quickly. Sabrina Grimm was extremely hard to comprehend and she took pride in it. She hated people knowing her thoughts. She felt very uncomfortable around Peter yet she felt like she could trust him. Still, there was something about him that she couldn't put her finger on.

"I don't know if I can tell you…" he said nervously. Sabrina groaned. What was so bad? He was really grating on her nerves now. She could almost slap him.

"Peter, I know you're, like, the boy who never grows up and all that, but really? You can't tell me? I deserve to know. You invaded my personal space and I would like to know if you are going to do that again!" Sabrina snapped, pointing at him for an added dramatic effect. Peter tried to hide a smirk but he failed, grinned and looked up at Sabrina. Her face was stern and serious. Peter's grin faded and he scratched the back of his head.

"No, no, yeah. You're right! You see, Sabrina. I well, when you first came here, I saw you on the farm. I live near there. It was like, love at first sight. Cheesy… and cringey but, it's the truth. Ever since then I've been meaning to talk to you but I wasn't able to. I couldn't find the words. So I just kept an eye on you instead. You're so beautiful." Peter smiled then blushed and looked away. Sabrina was horrified. All this time, Peter had been following her and she never even knew.

"You… I… You, ugh… ehm…. YOU STALKED ME?" Sabrina stuttered. Peter bit his lip, then frowned and focused on her. This time Sabrina didn't look away. She held her gaze and stared right back at Peter. He looked away first but she didn't turn away from him. She needed to know what was going on. Who knew what else he could have been doing to her all this time. Or anyone else for that matter.

"No, what? That's all you got from that?" He asked but Sabrina said nothing, he sighed and looked away into the distance. "It wasn't like that. If anything I was making sure you were safe. You were always running off. But then that… that disgusting fairy boy kept getting in the way!"

"Puck." Sabrina sighed.

"Exactly. When you left, I didn't know what to do. I thought I had lost my chance. But then when I heard you were coming back I was determined to make you see just how I felt. It…ehm, didn't go to plan. I didn't know it would turn out this bad. I'm sorry." Peter looked so down, Sabrina felt bad for her mean words from before. In a way, she knew what Peter was feeling. She patted his hand gently. He looked at it for a long time and smiled and looked up to her face. He brushed a piece of hair away from the face and smiled. It was Sabrina's turn to blush then.

"Peter, what happened to you?" Sabrina asked after a while, softly.

"I don't think I understand." He replied, baffled.

"What's your story? How did you end up here?"

"Oh, that!" Peter said and laughed, "I travelled down here alone with Wilhelm and everyone else. I hoped for a better future here. Something to take the hurt out of my heart. Wendy had run off with some human who was her type of guy. She said I just wasn't her type. She wanted someone normal." Sabrina snorted.

"I can relate to that!" Peter ignored her and carried on,

"All I had was Tink. Just us; like it always had been. Although she didn't want to do go anywhere. She wanted to stay and explore the world. I, on the other hand, wanted to settle down. I was sick of the travelling, busy life I had at Neverland. I wanted to settle down. Not like that happened or anything, look at me! I came here alone. Especially since the lost boys had ditched me for their new-found families. I had never been so alone and empty. Then I came here and eventually got trapped and was alone for… two, maybe three, hundred years. It was hell Sabrina. I was going crazy. Why did life have to get so bad for those Everafters with good hearts? Then you came. I don't know what it was but you reminded me off Wendy, yet you seemed better. More loyal, kind, funny. My kind of girl. I tried to talk to you but the first few times got caught by Puck and Mr Canis who told me to keep away. Then I realized I didn't even know what to say. I can't trust people easily and, frankly, you can't blame me. I've been ditched so many times I'm scared to get close to someone in case they hurt me too. So in the end, I was never able to approach you. So I just made sure you were well and all but then… I couldn't do it. I needed to get away from you because it wasn't healthy. Funny thing was, Tink told me something bad would happen. Fairies can sense things like that. Sure enough she was right, at first I thought it was the barrier then the Scarlet Hand came about and reeked destruction on the town. I hid in the woods. I tried to find you to make sure you were safe but I never found you and if I did your family was there. Then you saved the world. You were amazing Sabrina! I wanted to talk to you more than ever but he was there. He was always threatening me. Seems that's not the case anymore though. Here I am, talking to you! I was heart-broken when I thought you had gone for good. But you're back and I'm not a kid anymore. I faced up my fears and talked to you. It's like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders Sabrina, I'm telling you!" Sabrina took everything in. Was this the truth? Had Puck really warned him off, and why? Sabrina saw a new side to Peter. He was kind, and caring and meant well. She was surprised at how sorry she felt for him and how hard it must have been to be left alone all those times. Still, she could relate. It seemed like her life story. She felt furious at Puck and Canis though. As is it was any of their business!

"I never knew. I'm sorry." Sabrina said softly. Peter smiled and almost laughed.

"Sabrina, of course you didn't know! It was my fault."

"NO, it was no one's fault." Sabrina told him and hugged him tightly. Peter seemed alarmed at first and unsure, but Sabrina felt his body relax and he hugged her back. Sabrina could tell he was savouring it. When they pulled apart they were both serious and sad. They looked away.

"Peter… I'm not staying. I'm just on holiday!" Sabrina whispered, breaking the silence.

"I know, that's why I have to make the most of our time together!" Sabrina was shocked.

"You do know I don't feel the same way right?" Sabrina choked. She sincerely hoped he didn't have the wrong idea. Peter nodded sadly but forced a smile.

"I know, I mean as friends. Maybe then I can get over you and not 'wonder what if' all the time." Peter said. Sabrina nodded but she still was unsure. She doubted that Peter hanging around with her would help him get over her!

"So, now what?" she asked. Peter shrugged.

"I walk you home and come see you tomorrow… maybe? Make the most of the time I have left with you."

"No, I see you tomorrow and I help you get over me. I don't want you hanging over me for the rest of your life and not moving on and settling down. I'm going to help you do what you always wanted. I'm sure there are some everafters the same age as you?" Sabrina said, smiling hopefully. Peter grinned and nodded.

"Deal. We'll do that then. And… I don't actually know!" Sabrina laughed then got up and brushed herself off. She helped Peter up and they started walking down the hill in silence. It wasn't an awkward silence though. They were just going through everything in their heads. At one point, Sabrina felt Peter reach out for her hand. He held it and although Sabrina was sure this was not a good idea, at all, she didn't pull away. She should just let him enjoy it while he could. They finally reached the house. They walked up to the front door and Sabrina went to work unlocking the locks while Peter stood awkwardly to one side. Once the door was open, Sabrina turned to Peter and they both smiled.

"Bye Pan!" Sabrina grinned and they both laughed.

"Bye Grimm. I'll see you tomorrow."

"Yeah see you then." She waved bye to him and watched as he walked away. Then she went inside and leaned against the door, smiling. Sabrina had made a new friend and he was the enemy of Puck and an everafter who Sabrina used to have a hard time trusting. Sabrina gasped and walked over to the books. She better get to work looking for someone for Peter. This was not going to be easy! She got off to work completely forgetting all that had happened with her family only an hour and a half before.

Woo! So chapter 4 is finally out, yay! Nearly 3000 words which isn't too bad! Hope you enjoy it and sorry again for not updating in ages. Any suggestions for which everafter Peter should get together with? I would really appreciate it. I already have somewhat of an idea. Bye xxx

P.S. Hopefully chapter 5 won't be too long :L.