A/N Another update! Let me know what you think.

Tightening my legs around his waist, my hand slammed up against the tiled wall of the bathroom shower as I tried to steady myself as much as possible. It felt incredibly good. An echoed moan left my lips as he jolted me in his arms to get a better grasp on my body. Continuing to thrust up into the warmth between my legs, I'd awoken early this morning to wash only to be interrupted by a visitor. Although I can't really complain about what followed.

Pelting down on the other side, the hot water rained down to create a somewhat thick air of steam. Small beads of water and sweat glistened on our skin and my hand squeaked in protest as it slid down the tiled wall. Leaning in, I kissed the Soldiers warm and inviting lips as he buried himself over and over again with deep strokes. Small and faint manly grunts escaped him and I revelled in the sounds of his pleasure.

Feeling the grip of strong hands beneath my thighs squeeze to dig in a little, I spread my legs wider as I was pressed closer against the wall. Burying my face into the side of his neck, my fingers threaded into a small patch of the Soldiers short hair and tugged. His thrusts came harder and I whined as the ties in my belly snapped to a wave of euphoria. Moaning as he filled me up, sticky wetness dripped to leak down my inner thighs.

I gently sighed as my limbs trembled a little in his arms. Taking a moment to recuperate, the Soldier eventually lowered me down to stand and I slipped past him to stand under the spray of water. Washing my skin with soap, I spoke up as he stepped out to wrap a towel around his waist "I won't be home today"

"Where are you going?" he asked with a tone of concern and curiosity.

"I agreed to go to Cassidy's birthday" I hesitated on the last word. I'd heard of it, but I'd never experiences the event. Birthday's weren't considered necessary in the Facility.

"Just be careful" he replied "I'll pick you up when you're ready" nodding my head, I wasn't going to argue. I know he only wants to make sure that I'm safe.

Turning off the tap, I stepped out and wrapped a towel to cover myself. The Soldier had left the bathroom and so I have plenty of room to dry and get dressed. Making my way down stairs, I found him in the kitchen brushing his finger through his slightly dried hair before placing a black cap over the top.

"Where are you going?" I questioned with a furrowed brow.

"The hardware store. I need to pick up a few things" he replied while picking up his keys and wallet "Do you need a lift?" I shook my head "I'll see you tonight then"

Watching as the Soldier left with a small thud of the front door, I heard the engine start shortly after before the sound disappeared down the road. Sighing, I pulled on my shoes and ate some breakfast before making sure the house is locked. According to the tradition, it's necessary to buy the person a gift in celebration. If I'm going to find something for Cassidy then I'll need to leave now.

Making my way out the front door, it took me fifty minutes to walk to the shop and then to her house. Usually it would have been less, but I was stuck on what to buy the girl. I knew almost nothing of what she really liked. However, I did remember Cassidy vaguely expressing her love for exotic tea cups. With that my choice was final and I'd bought her a Noritake set. The woman at the store assured me she'd love it.

Trekking down the final grass covered strip to the withered house, I made my way up the stairs to her front door. Knocking, it didn't take long for the red head to unceremoniously swing the door wide open before letting out a squeal "You came! I wasn't sure if you would. Please" she said while waving me in "Come in! I want you to meet everyone"

Tugging me by the hand, I balanced her gift in the other as she guided me through her home and out to the backyard. Noise blared from the stereo and yellow beady lights had been hung above to create the illusion of a starry night. Several simple plastic tables had been sprawled out for what I assumed to be members of her family; both young and old.

Approaching with a wide smile, Cassidy's mother held a tray of food. With ruby red hair and green eyes, Rosalie and her daughter held an almost identical image; only Rosalie is taller and quite thin "I'm so glad you could make it sweetie. Cassidy here has been so excited. She's been waiting all day to see you"

The teen in question flushed a tinge of pink "Mum" Cassidy scolded with clear embarrassment of the confession.

"Oh, you know I'm only teasing Munchkin" giggled Rosalie "I'll go put the foot out and leave you two alone then. Your cousins will be here shortly and you know how much they like to eat" she spoke with a friendly roll of her eyes.

"Why did you invite them?" whined Cassidy, clearly disliking the idea of her distant relative's arrival. I wondered for a brief moment as to what the problem could be. Picking up on the small details, I could only assume that there boys and perhaps they had an attitude of some sort.

"Cassidy, there your family and as much as they can be annoying little brutes, they still care about you" replied Rosalie "Besides, you Uncle Gus has been dying to see you. Make sure you give him a big hug when you see him. He just got his tube out yesterday"

Nodding her head in defeat, Cassidy looked away from her mother to smile at me. I suppose this moment would be as good as any. I held out the gift "Here, I brought you this. I hope you like it" I said before Cassidy squealed again.

Tearing open the wrapping paper, the girl trotted on the spot with happiness after seeing what's inside. Carefully placing it down on the nearby table, she launched herself onto my body with a bone crushing hug "It's the prettiest thing I've ever seen! Thank you so much. You're the bestest friend"

Nodding my head, I patted her shoulder slowly. Despite everything that's happened, hugging Cassidy still feels foreign and uncomfortable. I'm not quite ready for closeness with other people yet. Following Cassidy around for the next half an hour, she'd introduced me to the bulk of her family. All in all, there quite relaxed and normal considering the up-beat attitude Cassidy and her mother share.

Sitting down on one of the plastic chairs, I turned my head with a cup of punch in one hand when I heard a loud uproar of laughter and greetings spread across the yard "Gussy boy!" cheered Cassidy's Grandfather while swooping in to give the man a firm handshake and pat on the back "How have you been? Not too bad by the looks of ya. These trouble makers keeping an eye out for ya or what?"

Cassidy's Grandfather gestured to two identical twin boys. I could only assume that there in their early twenties. They both have short brown hair and green eyes with an equal body build "Those are my cousins" spoke Cassidy from beside me "Absolute pranksters they are. Always trying to get in a good laugh. The one of the left is Reggie and the one on the right is Ronnie"

Raising an eyebrow at the twins' names "Your Uncle name them after the gangster twins of London?"

"No, my Aunt Rebecca did. She was from London, but she died a few years ago from heart complications"

"I'm sorry to heart that" I spoke with a sympathetic tone.

Cassidy shook her head "It's alright. I didn't really know her that well. I was young at the time"

Falling into relative silence, the party had quietened down after a while. I noticed from the corner of my eye that Ronnie and Reggie are heading toward our direction "Well looky here" spoke Reggie "It's the one and only birthday girl"

Cassidy crossed her arms with a displeased look "What do you want?"

Ronnie placed a hand over his heart "Oh, don't be like that. We just wanted to congratulate you on old age and everything in between" Ronnie pinched Cassidy's freckled cheek in a teasing manner but she quickly swatted his hand away. The twins turned their attention "And who might this be?"

"This is my friend Amelia. Be nice or else" doing a squint with her green eyes, she tried to look intimidating as she puffed her chest out but failed rather miserably.

Holding both their hands up in the mock surrender, the twins slowly backed away "We were just curious, that's all"

"Haven't you ever herd the phrase curiosity killed the cat" replied Cassidy with an attitude a she placed a hand on her hip.

The two boys smirked before retorting "But satisfaction brought it back" looking toward me, they both gave a mischievous wink before leaving to the food table.

Cassidy gave a disgusted grimace "Ignore them"

"I've dealt with worse" I replied.

Continuing on with the party, the drama had dissipated for the night as the twins left us alone and everyone else held a good mood. After dancing, participating in a few games, going through birthday presents and then the finale of the double stacked chocolate cake, it was soon time that people slowly began to disperse.

Heading into the kitchen I asked Rosalie "Are you sure you don't need my help?"

The older woman gave a smile and shew of her tea towel "Don't you dare lift a finger young lady. I've got this all sorted" taking a step back, I turned to see the twins standing outside finishing their bottles of beer. Those two and the Uncle are the last to leave.

I diverted my attention when I heard Rosalie "Is that your father?" she asked while pointing to the four-wheel drive that had parked on the curb while a man stepped out.

I internally grimaced at the question "Yes" I replied. Grabbing what little things I'd brought with me, I gave Rosalie a warm smile "Thank you for having me"

"Anytime Amelia. You're always welcome" she replied before stepping over to poke her head out the backyard door "Cassidy! Amelia's leaving. Come say goodbye" a knock sounded at the door "I'll get it"

Waiting on the spot, the red headed teen bounded her way toward me before wrapping her arms around my body "Thank you for coming. It wouldn't have been as much fun without you, and thank you for the present. I really love it"

"Your welcome" I replied before Cassidy unlatched herself with a wide smile "I'll see you again at school"

"Sure thing" heading over to the doorway, the Soldier stood waiting for me with his hands stuffed in his jacket pockets.

"Ready?" he asked and I nodded. Making our way down the stairs and over to the car, we both got in and the Soldier began to drive us home "How was it? The party"

"Good" I replied before adding "Different"

"Did you enjoy yourself?"

I nodded "It isn't very practical, but I suppose I can see the reason as to why people have them"

"Maybe we should have one of our own. You can take the turn of being birthday girl for a day" he said while turning a corner. The road is dark and quiet. The inside lights of most of the houses are off as it's quite late into the night.

"I don't think so" I replied with a huff.

"Why not?"

"Because I don't have anyone to share it with. There's just you, me and her. I don't think it would be quite the same with so few people"

"That's not true" he said "I'm sure the team would be more than happy to come down and join in. It wouldn't be just us"

I thought about it for a moment. Maybe I should take the offer. Maybe I should let myself experience this sliver of normalcy. Opening my mouth, I was going to speak when a loud bang sounded from outside and the vehicle sharply swerved to the left. Bracing myself before I could even think of what was happening, the car had rolled over to flip a few meters down the street.

I lost unconsciousness.