I do not own SOA but I wish I did!
?
Opie and Jax made their way to their bikes as they had every day since they got their license. Jax noticed a small girl eating an apple under the trees that were close to the parking lot. Her gaze was intent on the book she was reading. Still not fully grasping who the girl was… Jax took some time to appreciate. Her skin was on the pale side while still having a glow about it. The dark hair that was cut shoulder length had a messy look about it. Finally as he got to his bike he heard Opie speak up, "Hey brother….you got something to say to your science partner? You seem to be starin at her a lot."
Whipping his head back around his eyes connected with a sheepish looking Iris as she did a small wave. Crooking his finger he beckoned for her to come over. As she packed up her things she headed towards the blonde biker.
"Hey darlin', how come yer sittin all alone?"
"I always sit alone Jackson…..is this about our project?"
Jax had a flicker of pity come across his face before he blurted out, "Hop on… I'll buy you a burger."
"Wait I thought that this was for you and Opie only? Everybody knows you don't ever let anyone go with you."
"Things change… your one of the guys. Now get the hell on!" A flicker of hurt passes over her face but she covered it up quickly as she got on. Of course I would be one of the guys….. Why would I be any different?
No sooner than she hopped on they sped away to the diner.
"Hey Tara I thought nobody could go with your man and Op for lunch?" the blonde girl said with a smirk.
Tara lounged on the picnic table and replied with a sigh, "They have their damn guy time so I guess not"
"Well looks like they changed their policy."
Tara shot up off the table and peered out to the end of the parking lot to see Jax with a very comfortable looking Iris strapped to the back of him. "That BITCH! What the hell does that nobody do to get those two to invite them along! Jax is so in a world of shit when he gets back!" With that she turned on her heel and stomped back into the school.
Not long after the crew sped out of the parking lot they ended up at a small diner on the road out of charming. As they sat into their booth Opie noticed that Iris was a little uncomfortable, so to break the tension he spoke up.
"Sooo.. what do your parents do for a living?"
A sad look settled upon her face before replying, "My uh..my mom died and my father does odd jobs since he was let go from the fire department. He mostly drinks though."
Opie looked embarrassed as he quickly replied, "I'm sorry.. I didn't know."
"Its fine Opie you didn't know. It's just still a little hard but I am used to it. When my dad drinks he's not the best company."
Before Jax thought about it he blurted out, "Come to the clubhouse tonight."
Thinking about it for a second she replied, "I have to tutor tonight… but I could stop by after that if it isn't too much trouble. I don't want to be a bother."
"Darlin' if I didn't want you there I wouldn't have asked. Besides... I gotta keep my science partner happy if I wanna see my diploma."
Chuckling Opie spoke up with curiosity, "Who do you tutor?"
"I have tutored most of the kids here in town but I am tutoring a couple boys. Juan and Leo are my only two right now though."
"I don't think I have met them."
"They are from other schools that are why." Nodding their heads they made quick work of their lunch and headed back to school.
The rest of the school day flies by after Iris gets back. In science class she couldn't help but notice the daggers that Tara was throwing her from across the room. As the bell rang Iris approached Mr. Smith with on a mission. "Mr. Smith, my science project reaches all the requirements for the college science fair…..do you think I could use it for that as well as the class?"
Looking down at her he thought for a long moment before replying, "That sounds like a good idea. Just make sure your work quality is perfect. I pulled a lot of strings to get you into that."
"I won't let you down sir." I hope….
Walking outside Iris looked around for her ride. Loud music was heard as a tinted out white jaguar came cruising around the corner. Smiling to herself she started to walk towards it. Noticing out of the corner of her eye, she saw that Jax was again looking confused. I wonder what his deal is.
Hopping in the front seat of the car she smiled and greeted her ride, "Hey Leo how are you today?"
Leroy Wayne turned his head and smiled while stretching his arm across the seats to give her a hug. "Hey babe, how you doin'?"
"Leo we have talked about this. I am your tutor, and yes you are older than me by a few months but this is a professional thing. I like you a lot but no more of the pet names okay?"
He barked out a laugh before putting his hands up in surrender, "Alright alright… just can't help it ya know?"
Smiling to herself as they pulled away she wondered what Jax's hands would feel like around her.
After tutoring, and a large amount of flirting on Leroy's side. Iris quickly made dinner at home and was thankful that her father wasn't around to yell. Leaving it on the stove she made her way across town to the clubhouse. Walking up the driveway of Teller-Murrow garage that is was packed. Bikes lined the whole parking lot and women clad in next to nothing were everywhere! Two pairs of hands grabbed her from behind and she went for her mace before a loud laugh was followed by, "Hey hey don't shoot! It's just Op and I."
Looking behind her she let out a breath she didn't know she was holding and smiled sheepishly, "Sorry I…. its instinct."
Jax smiled and said, "No prob. Darlin' just don't wanna spend the rest of the night with no damn eyesight. Glad you made it through."
"Why are all these people here?"
Opie slung an arm around her as he led her through the crowd behind Jax. "Happy's birthday party. He comes down from Tacoma every year to do it right at the mother charter."
Walking in they see Happy with two women in less clothes than the ones outside. When Happy turns and see's the boys he quickly yells, "Hey assholes quiet! I was gonna do this later but I have to extracurricular right here and I don't think I will be around much longer so…..Jax! Opie! Get the hell over here. These two are about to graduate and as the founders sons I have no problem in sponsoring them. So today I present to you…. Your prospect cuts! Wear them with pride and know that I am gonna ride you harder than a whore boys!" Looking down he gave a pleasant nod to Iris which she readily returned.
After the boys did a round of congrats they came back and noticed that Iris wasn't with the rest of the high school girls, she was actually talking to a few of the old ladies. Jax couldn't help but notice she was at ease. Opie grabbed her up and took her over to the rest of them. As she was put down Jax noticed the blush that had crept into her cheeks and felt a little tingle in his subconscious.
Tara muttered a sickeningly sweet hi' before returning to the conversation the Iris would have wanted to avoid. Prom. Turning to Iris with a deceiving smile she said, "Hey Iris…what are you going to wear to prom? Have you gone shopping?"
Iris looked at the ground, "I …ummmm…I am not going."
Tara faked sadness and replied, "But why? You're such a nice girl I mean I am sure guys are lining up"
Willing herself not to cry she quickly said, "Nobody has asked me so I don't think they are lining up."
Opie noticed the hurt in her eyes and spoke up, "Hey Ris.. I don't have a date" The blonde to the right of Tara started to protest, but a quick look shut her up." Why don't you go with me? I promise perfect gentlemen and all. Whadya say?"
Iris felt a swell of happiness in her chest and quietly said, "Okay…if it's not a bother."
Opie put a hand on her shoulder as he leaned down to whisper, "Nothing about you is ever a bother sweetheart. Plus I love to see the look on Tara and Ima's face when you get one over on them."
Looking up she smiled and hugs him back. She feels someone move behind her and sees a look of ….. Jealousy? On Jax's face as he is drug away by a not so happy Tara. What would he have to be jealous about?
?
A/N I am sorry for the long intermission from the chapter update! I have moved, started school, seen my nieces off to another state for the summer and been unpacking. My life got really hectic. I apologize for the delay and I hope you like it.
