What is up! Thank you all for the reviews. You are making this story something I never thought was possible. Now know I said I wouldn't update unless I got 25-30 review but I am in a good mood this morning so I decided to upload anyways so, ENJOY!

Disclaimer: I don't own Kickin' It

ONE STEP FORWARD AND MEMORIES

The next morning Jack and Kim really didn't want to go to school and face each other but there was nothing they could do considering it was only the second day. Both got ready and headed off to school dreading the next 8 hours.

Kim made a run for her locker hoping to grab everything and run to class so she didn't have to face Jack. She was almost done grabbing all her supplies when she heard someone with a deep voice say, "Hey Kim". She turned around thinking it was one of her many 'admirers' but was shocked to see the one and only Jack Brewer standing right in front of her. She was speechless beyond belief as they just stared at one other for a few minutes. Jack cleared his throat finally breaking the silence and awkwardly starting the conversation he rehearsed all this morning. "So I was wondering if you wanted to meet this afternoon after class so we can get a schedule down for when we are both free so we can work on the project". Kim was still speechless. Here they are, having an actual conversation after almost 3 years of pretty much nothing; not counting the very few words they have spoken to each other to full sentences and the only thing Kim could do was slowly nod a 'yes'. Jack let out a breath he didn't know he was holding and slightly smiled adding, "Great. There a classroom by the library that is always empty so let's meet there around 3:30". "Sounds good. I will see you later Jack", Kim finally managed to say as she grabbed the last of her belongings and took off to her and Jack's first class with a slight smile playing on her lips.

The rest of the day was a blur as the only thing they could both think about was this afternoon. Finally the final bell rang as everyone took off. There was about 10 minutes before Jack and Kim were supposed to meet as they both went to the restroom to make sure they were decent looking. Jack made his way to room and saw it was empty as he let out a sigh of relief. He walked in and placed his backpack on an empty desk and started pacing the room, giving himself a little pep talk. 'Come on Jack, you got this. It's only Kim. Just stay calm and keep the conversation short' was repeating over and over in his head until he head the door squeak open. He turned to see Kim with a smile on her face. She slowly walked in and placed her bag by Jack's and made her way to the center of the room where Jack was standing. They were again in a staring battle but for the first time it didn't feel awkward. After a few seconds, Jack signaled to the two empty desks right by them as Kim agreed and sat down. They both had their phones in their hands ready to talk about scheduling. "So I think we have about the same schedule so what day works best for you. I can go for anything", Kim states wanting to get this out of the way. Jack nodded in agreement and looked at his calendar. "Yeah I am pretty free too so do you want to do maybe Tuesday or Wednesday?" Jack asked not fully looking at Kim. "Um, yeah sure. Let's do Wednesday. Is that ok?" Kim replied back and for the first time this afternoon Jack actually looked at Kim and saw the familiar sparkle in her eyes as he added, "Yeah that works. Do you want to start tomorrow while we still have some free time?" "Sure, that sounds like a great idea. You can come over tomorrow and maybe next week your place?" Kim asked a little worried on what she just asked. "That's perfectly fine", Jack said with a smile. "Ok great. Well then I will see you tomorrow. Have a good evening Jack", Kim said getting up to grab her bag. "Yeah see you tomorrow and thanks. You too Kim". Jack responded also grabbing his things. They walked out and went opposite directions but not before they gave each other one final wave.

Surprisingly they both had a peaceful night were excited for the upcoming day. When they both arrived at school there was an easy feel going through the air and everyone wondered what happen between the two as they seemed closer than they were yesterday, not that anyone was complaining though. The day went smoothly as Jack and Kim started to get butterflies in their stomachs as the day progressed and getting closer to their meeting time. The end of the day approached as Jack and Kim met at their lockers. As they were grabbing their necessary things they both stole glances at one another wondering if they should talk or not. Finally Kim and Jack finished as Kim whispered to Jack, "Do you remember where I live or do you want to follow me?" "I remember where you live, it's still down the street from me but I can still follow you if that's ok", Jack said with a smile. "Ok yeah, that's fine. Are you ready?" Kim asked returning the smile. Jack nodded as they made their way out of the building with curious eyes wondering what was going on. Within minutes they arrived at the Crawford residence as Jack started to have flashbacks of when he would be over here all the time and he couldn't believe it had been that long. Once he gathered his thoughts he made his way to the front door as Kim was waiting for him. Once inside Kim lead him to the kitchen. "Is there anything I can get for you?" Kim asked a little nervous to be alone with Jack. "No thanks, I am fine right now", Jack replied giving Kim a reassuring smile. Kim nodded and led the way to her bedroom. Once inside the bedroom, another smiled appeared on Jack's lips as he saw nothing had changed since the last time. Kim was already grabbing her books, laptop and paper as Jack walked around the room looking at the pictures the hung on the walls and on the dresser. Most were recent and of her cheer team/friends but there was one in the back that caught his eyes as he pulled it out. It was a picture of him and Kim before things got crazy at her 10th birthday party.

Flashback: It was a beautiful summer day as Jack and Kim were running around in the backyard with their other friend squirting each other with water guns. But it just wasn't any normal summer day; it was Kim's 10th birthday as the backyard was full of their friends, family members and neighbors. It was a good day and nothing could ruin it. As the party was winding down Kim's parents brought out Kim's birthday cake as everyone started to sing 'Happy Birthday'. Once everyone got cake Jack and Kim ran off to the corner of the yard so they could enjoy their cake in peace. After finishing about half of his cake, Jack got an idea. He got some frosting on his finger and called Kim, causing her to face him and once she did she got frosting on her nose. Kim was mad for like a second before she took the rest of her cake and pushed it into Jack's face so his face was covered in frosting. They both laughed as Jack did the same thing back to Kim but was smart to take off running after the cake was on her face. Kim was chasing Jack and as Jack was laughing his head he sadly was not paying attention as he fell on the grass causing Kim to land on top of him. Both still laughing hysterically called a truce and apologized which resulted in Jack giving Kim a piggyback ride and that was what was captured in the photo by Kim's parents. Two 10 year olds, with the boy giving the girl a piggyback ride, looking at one another laughing with cake still all over their faces.

End Flashback.

Jack didn't know Kim came next to him as he was in his own little world but broke out of the memory when he heard Kim say, "That was a fun day". Jack looked to his left and smiled again for like the 5 time this afternoon answering, "Yeah it was wasn't it". They both smiled at the picture once again before Jack returned it to its original spot. Kim nodded her head to the side signaling everything is ready for them as they both took their seats and started the project.

The evening went even better than planned and for once things felt like how they use to be and they couldn't have asked for anything better. The both of them they felt like this could be the start of them being friends again. Maybe it was a blessing in disguise to be paired together. Maybe they needed the time apart to show them just how much they needed each other in their lives but maybe, just maybe needing each other now would cause more problems in the future as this was only the beginning to their wild ride of being friends or maybe even more and trying to make it work this time no matter what happens.

Whoa, there you have it! This is the longest chapter I have written so I hope you like it.

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Thanks and until next time,

Missy xx