Authors Note:

I am so sorry that this has taken so long! Senior year of college is kicking my ass! Anyway, I hope you all enjoy this chapter, I think it's really light and cute, and I am enjoying writing about Jacqueline and Ian. I'm not sure how I am going to structure their relationship, but if you have any ideas as to where I should take it, let me know! :)

Chapter Eighteen

Time Jump – Two Days Later

Jacqueline POV:

I was heading towards the half pipe and I was really nervous. Most of these guys doing their run today I know, so I was excited to watch them perform, but seeing Ian again was making me turn into goo. He stood out like a sore thumb, and I smiled to myself and made my way over to him. He was so focused on the competition that he didn't even notice that I was there. After a couple minutes I decided to speak.

"You know, you won't miss anything if you actually blink." I said and his head snapped towards mine and he smiled.

"How long have you been here?" He asked.

"About 5 minutes." I said and he laughed.

"Sorry, I just get really into the competition." He said and I smiled.

"I understand." I said and than the announcer started speaking. Ian and I stood on the sidelines and watched the guys board. These guys were really good, and I wish that I could be that good one day. It helped having my dad as my coach, but girls were always looked down on when it came to a 'guys' sport and that bothered me.

"Next up is James Turner." The announcer said and Ian got excited.

"James is my brother." Ian said and I smiled and watched him board. He was great, and I could understand why he was a favorite to go all the way. Once James was done Ian grabbed my hand and we made our way over to where James was standing with other boarders. "James, you did great man."

"Thanks Ian, I felt great." James said and than looked at me. "Who is this?"

"James, I'd like you to meet Jack. Jack, this is my bother James."

"It's nice to meet you James, you kicked ass out there." I said and he smiled. "Although, you Tucker, man did you really suck today." I said to the man standing next to James. He smiled and than put me in a headlock like he always does.

"Nobody can be as good as you Jack." He said as he let me go. I smiled and made my way back to Ian's side.

"You two know each other?" James asked.

"I train at her families facility." Tucker said.

"Your father is Jace Herondale?" James said and I smiled and nodded.

"The one and only." I said and he looked awestruck.

"I heard about your run." Tucker said and I nodded.

"I guess the nerves got to me. I tried my best and I just fell flat." I said and Tucker walked over and hugged me.

"You're one of the best boarders I know." Tucker said and I smiled. "I don't know how many times you've kicked my ass back at the facility. You'll get that gold one day."

"Thanks Tuck." I said and he smiled.

"I'll catch up with you guys later. And I'll see you back at the facility." Tucker said to me and I smiled and he walked away. Someone came over and started talking to James which left Ian and me alone and he didn't look happy.

"What's wrong?" I asked Ian but he didn't look at me. I stood in front of him and looked up at him. "Hey, what's wrong?"

"Nothing." He said and I raised an eyebrow at him and he sighed. "I just, I like you Jack, and seeing you with that guy made me realize how much I like you." He said and I laughed.

"I've known Tucker since I was about 7. He's been coming to the facility every winter for years." I explained. I stepped closer to him and grabbed his hand. "I like you too Ian. I really do. You don't have to worry about me liking other guys. I've been surrounded by them my whole entire life, and none of them have ever made me feel the way you do."

"I'm sorry." He said and I leaned up and pressed my lips to his cheek. When I pulled back he smiled.

"Come on, I know the next two boarders, and I can't miss their runs." I said and he smiled, grabbed my hand and we made our way back to the half pipe. I never knew the fact that me knowing all these guys would make the guy I like insecure, but when this experience was over, who knew where Ian and I would stand, but I was going to take advantage of our time together.

Jace POV:

Clary, Karina and I were at Patrick's semi-final skate and we were all nervous for him. He had been doing really well in his last couple meets but this was the big one. This determined if he made the finals and we wanted him to have his dream come true. Jacqueline said she was going to meet us here later with Ian. I wasn't happy that my little girl was getting involved with a guy, but I could see how happy she had been since her devastating blow at her run and if she's happy. I'm happy.

"Be honest with me, what are the chances of Patrick making it to the finals?" I asked Clary.

"He actually has a really good chance. He's been hitting his routine pretty consistently, so I think that he has a really good shot." Clary said and I nodded.

"Don't look so nervous daddy." Karina said and I leaned down and kissed her head.

"I'm not baby. Just trying to understand." I said and she smiled. Ten minutes later Jacqueline and Ian walked up and took a seat.

"Dad, mom, this is Ian. Ian these are my parents and my little sister Karina." Jacqueline said and I stood up.

"Nice to finally meet you Ian." I said and we shook hands.

"You as well Mr. Herondale." He said and we took our seats. Clary took my hand in her and smiled at me. I leaned down and gave her a kiss. The lights dimmed and the program began.

The skaters were really amazing, and I was nervous for Patrick. They called his name and he skated out onto the ice. I gripped Clary's hand a little tighter and she smiled at me and we watched Patrick skate. Clary was right, he did amazing. Clary and I were really happy for him, and I couldn't be prouder of him. We went down to meet him and talk but we were all super nervous to see his score. Clary was clearly the first one to go over and give him a huge hug. Despite us being really supportive of both of our kids, Clary and I both favored Jacqueline and Patrick differently because they were in our own sport. Not in a bad way of course, but I understood snowboarding better and Clary understood figure skating better so it just ended up that way. Finally when Clary let go I went over and hugged him.

"So proud of you Patrick." I said and he smiled.

"Thanks dad. I felt pretty great out there." He said and I smiled. Jacqueline made her way over to Patrick and pulled him into a hug.

"At least one of us is living the dream." She said and Patrick laughed.

"You'll get them next time Jack. You're crazy talented." Patrick said and Jacqueline smiled.

"That's what I keep telling her." Ian said as he put his arm around Jacqueline. I felt Clary grab my hand and I immediately calmed down.

"So, you're Ian." Patrick said and Ian nodded. "I'm Patrick, the twin. You hurt her, I kill you with my skates." He said and I laughed and Jacqueline looked horrified.

"Patrick!" Jacqueline said and Ian smiled.

"I completely understand. I wouldn't do that." Ian said and Patrick nodded.

"So, where are you from?" Patrick asked, and I realized that none of actually knew where he was from.

"I'm from America. My family lives in Michigan." Ian answer and I looked at Clary. We knew how hard it was to make it work at that distance. There was slime chance that he was from anywhere around here and that flagged a few concerns for me.

"That's pretty far." Patrick pointed out.

"I know." Ian said and I saw him squeeze Jacqueline a little tighter. I wanted her to be happy, and I know how amazing it can be to find that person that makes you happy, I wouldn't be where I am today without Clary, and our journey started out the same way Jacqueline's is starting out, and I know it could either be amazing or completely disastrous, and I hope for the happiness of my child that it's the former and not the latter.

Time Jump – Later That Night

Clary POV:

Jace and I were laying in bed cuddled together after a long and emotional day of competition. Patrick had made it to the finals and we all couldn't be prouder of him. He went out to celebrate with the other finalists, Jacqueline went out to hang out with Ian, and Karina was in bed already. I loved spending alone time with Jace. Our schedules are so busy at home that we rarely get time together so I was soaking in every moment.

"I'm worried about Jacqueline babe." I said and I heard Jace sigh.

"So am I." He admitted. "We know how hard that distance was for us. And we were just friends. Jacqueline seems to really like this guy."

"I know. I can just see it in her eyes and her smile. It's scary." I said and I heard Jace laugh.

"We know she would travel down this road eventually. I can't really say I blame guys for noticing how beautiful she is. I don't like it. She'll always be my baby, and it'll take me some time to get used to seeing her with Ian, but he seems like a respectable guy and I have to give him a chance for her." He said and I was surprised.

"Wow. Jace Herondale going soft." I said and he pulled me into his side.

"I just want her to be happy, and if he makes her happy, I'm not going to stand in their way. But if he hurts her, I will fly to Michigan myself and beat the shit out of him." He said and I laughed.

"I know you will." I said and he kissed my forehead. " I love you Jace."

"I love you too Clary." He said and I curled into his side and smiled at how amazing our life was. Experiencing the Olympics with our kids was one of the greatest experiences in the world, and I couldn't wait to see what the rest of this competition held for Patrick and how much stronger Jacqueline will come out after this.