Here's next chapter… As promised…
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Jack POV
I slowly woke up the next morning. Opening my eyes, I was greeted by a wonderful surprise. Kim Crawford, fast asleep, her head on my chest. Her expression was so calm and serene.
How beautiful…..
It was as if she had no memory of last night. No memory of a murdering sociopath out to get her.
FLASHBACK
Kim had told me her story. She collapsed on the bed, crying her heart out. I pulled her back up, keeping my arms around her the whole time. Slowly, her tears faded. I gently kissed her forehead and swore I would keep her safe. She fell asleep. Before I knew it, my eyes were closing too.
Oh my poor brave little angel, you will be okay, I promise….
END FLASHBACK
I noticed how Kim's hair was really curly. Nice curls, too.
Does she brush them out every morning? I don't see why, they're gorgeous.
I started twirling her hair gently. She stirred ever so slightly….
KIM POV
I slowly woke up, keeping my eyes closed. It was so warm and comfortable, where I was right now. I didn't wanna leave.
Wait a second, this isn't my pillow….
I shifted slightly. I was definitely on someone. A bare-chested someone.
What in the - oh no.
Memories of last night flooded my mind. Me crying on Jack's bed, him holding me…
OH NO…
"Good morning, beautiful," I heard a familiar voice say.
OH MY GOD, THIS IS BAD, HE'S GONNA THINK -
My eyes flashed open as I sat up.
"Oh, my gosh! Did I-? I'm so sorry! This is really awk -" I stammered as Jack pressed a finger to my lips.
"It's fine, I didn't mind. And no one will find out about it, I promise." he smiled.
I sighed with relief, and then felt the curls in my hair.
Oh great.
"Uhh , I probably look awful," I said, reaching for my bag and pulling out a small comb.
"Don't brush the curls out, they're really pretty on you," Jack said, startling me.
What?
In the fifth grade, Donna Tobin told me that my curls were ugly and that straight hair was prettier than curly hair. I was more naive back then, so like a fool I believed her.
But now…
"You really think so?" I asked.
"Yes! I've got nothing against straight hair, but I have to say, I like the variety," He said as he took the comb and fixed the part in my hair. I looked in the mirror. It looked good, better than ever in fact.
Wow…
JACK POV
I realized Kim was still in her outfit from yesterday and I was still, uhjust wearing boxers and gym shorts.
"Do you have a spare change of clothes, because my sister can lend you some." I told Kim.
"Oh, I have an extra outfit in my bag." she said.
"Okay, then. You can change in here and I'll go to the bathroom," I said as I took a shirt and jeans. I didn't get halfway to the bathroom before I came face to face with my sister, Chelsea. She was already dressed, wearing her class shirt, jean shorts, and signature white denim jacket.
"Mom's gonna be sooo mad when she finds out what you did," she smirked.
"Hey, nothing happened! Kim was just crying and…. I comforted her!" I stammered.
"Relax, bro, I know. I was just joking with you. But next time, I will tell Mom." she said.
My mom was kinda adamant about "how fast" a relationship should move. She wouldn't hesitate to smack me if I made a bad decision.
"Nothing like that is ever going to happen." I said with a note of finality.
"Did you at least tell Kim you love her?" She asked, bouncing up and down.
"No"
"If you were waiting for the opportune moment, that was it. You are soooo stupid sometimes, "
She slapped me upside the head and flounced downstairs. I got dressed and waited for Kim. Then we went downstairs to have some of my mom's awesome pancakes. She puts cinnamon and cardamom in the batter, and then puts fried apples and bacon over it with a ton of pure maple syrup. Delicious. After we finished we went to the dojo…..
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I put in the details about Chelsea's outfit because I have a white jeans jacket that I love wearing. I'm the only one in my grade who wears one, but hey,
now it's my thing. And my friends tell me it's cute...
LOL Jack got Gibbs-slapped by his sister, should I have his grandpa slap him too?
(Gibbs is from NCIS, look it up on Youtube)
Okay, next chapter might be kinda short, but whatever. I sorta have an idea about how to have Briggs step in, but feel free to send any suggestions. All are welcome!
Why isn't there a clip for A Slip Down Memory Lane? I literally cannot wait two days . After HTRJ was good but still a little letdown. Oh well.
IMPORTANT
I'm worried I'm making Kim too weak and girly. What are your opinions?
R&R!