Weeks had passed since Bellamy let Jasper take his frustrations out on his face. Bellamy was beginning to look like his normal self again other than a few small bruises and the stitches still above his brow.

Bellamy. Monty and Raven had spent the time with Lincoln training. They were finally beginning to get used to bow hunting.

The camp was beginning to grow. The first thing they built was showers. Wick came up with a basic plan that was implemented rather quickly. One team was put in charge of out buildings, along with a smoke house and other food storage. Defensive walls and corrals for stock were planned as well.

Marcus desperately needed to find something for Jasper. He was concerned because after the incident with Bellamy, Jasper shaved his head. He had begun to sink deeper into a dark place, when finally Abby suggested a garden. It was a simple idea, but something that he could focus on. It was perfect. He tilled the earth, starting small, but finally started to talk again, he recruited some of the other kids to help, one girl, Maggie, reminded him of Maya, he enjoyed her company.

They were trying to prepare for winter so hunting became a priority.

Bellamy, Monty and Monroe went out as a team. Lincoln, Octavia, and Miller made up another team. Raven wanted to go but she knew Wick needed her help in the mechanic bay.

Slowly everyone was beginning to work together to make Camp Jaha thrive.

Bellamy would come home at night, and before settling into his room, he made the rounds, trying to check on the kids from the drop ship, making sure they were doing well and keeping his promise to Clarke to take care of them. Harper always needed help falling asleep. He would sit with her when Monty couldn't, but it became less often, because Monty and Harper were getting closer so he was always with her.

When he finally got to his room, Bellamy was exhausted and asleep the moment his head hit the pillow. He would get about four hours of sleep before he woke up sweating and thrashing about , seeing the faces of the kids in Mt Weather burning from the inside out. He usually just got up, went outside and relieved one of the guards. Eventually he just took over that shift on a regular basis.

Bellamy's favorite part of the day was just as the sun was peeking over the horizon, giving the morning a golden glow. Hardly anyone was up so when the AM shift came to relieve him, he would take that time to grab some hot tea, sit at the back of the camp on his favorite log and watch the world come alive around him. He enjoyed watching the sun cast a glow on the trees and he would listen. Most of the time his thoughts were of the people missing; Clarke, where was she, was she well, safe, hungry. He wondered what happened to Murphy and Jaha. They had taken off without word, were they even alive? A piece of him envied them, and their ability to leave and see what was out there. He knew that if he was free of any responsibilities he would go, but he knew his place was here. He had people to take care of and keep safe.

Sometimes Octavia would join him. She often wondered what he was thinking. She didn't ask. Bellamy rarely had a moment to himself, and although she enjoyed the quiet time with him, she wouldn't intrude on his thoughts. He always looked troubled and it bothered her, but still she usually left him to his thoughts.

"How about you team up with me today," Octavia said.

"What, you, me and Monty?" he asked.

"Whoever, I just haven't spent much time with you Bell," Octavia said. "I miss you."

Bellamy looked at her and smiled. He wrapped his arm around her shoulder and gave her a squeeze. "Sure O," he said. "I'll even let you lead," he said, as he raised his eyebrows.

"Let me?" she said "I'm a better hunter than you, I was going to lead anyway." She said.

"Oh really?" he teased. "This wasn't about missing me, you just wanted to lead a team, and knew Lincoln would never let you lead his team, I get it now," he laughed.

She Punched his arm. "No Bell, seriously, I just miss you, It's like when were here together, your still not here. You do so much for everyone but… are YOU okay?" she asked, with a concerned look in her eyes.

He gave her a soft smile, putting both hands on her shoulders, leaned over and kissed her forehead, then pulled her in for a hug. "I'm fine O," he said warmly, but his eyes seemed sad, and tired. Octavia wrapped her arms around him. "I love you big brother," she said quietly.

"Bellamy," a soft voice spoke from behind the two.

They both turned. Jasper was standing there. Both his hands were in his pockets, and he was looking at the ground.

Bellamy stood up. "Jasper," he said back.

Jasper looked at him, then down at Octavia, who was still sitting on the log. He noticed her frown. A part of her wanted to push him away from Bellamy. Another part of her understood his torment over losing Maya.

Jasper looked back at Bellamy, and saw the stitches on his brow. His eyes welled up. "I'm sorry," he said to Bellamy. "I know you tried, I know you didn't want…"

"Jasper," Bellamy interrupted, "You don't have to say anything."

To Bellamy's shock, Jasper rushed over and hugged him, like he had done in the past on the drop ship; but this time Jasper cried.

Bellamy welcomed his hug, at the same time, it was uncomfortable for him. Octavia smiled in relief. Hoping finally one giant Mount Weather hurdle was over.

Jasper pulled away to Bellamy's relief, and he just looked at Bellamy. "I'm sorry for what I did to you. I'll never forgive myself," he said," I'll let you hit me back."

"No Jasper, I'm not going to hit you back," said Bellamy.

"Thank god," said Jasper, with a relieved look on his face. "Cos I really beat the shit out of you, and I was hoping you weren't going to do the same to me."

Octavia stood and smiled, wrapping her arms around Jasper in a hug. "Welcome back, Jasper," she said. Then while hugging him, she whispered in his ear in a serious voice that only he could hear," If you ever hit my brother again, I will beat the hell out of you myself." Then she pulled away and smiled at him.

Jasper looked her nodded and smiled a nervous smile back.

"Bellamy" said Monty from a few feet away. "Monroe's waiting" said Monty as he tried to avoid looking at Jasper. The tension was heavy. Monty wasn't sure what was happening. Jasper had avoided almost everyone, but especially him and Bellamy. Except for the vicious beating he put on Bellamy weeks ago, they hadn't spoken, now it seemed like Jasper had a break through.

Bellamy and Octavia looked at Jasper, then to Monty. Monty looked down, unable to look at Jasper. He turned to go, his shoulders drawn up tight, when Jasper walked up to him.

"Wait, Monty," he said. Monty just stopped, turned and looked at Jasper. Monty had a lost look in his eyes.

"I don't blame you, Monty. I'm sorry. I just loved her, I really did, and I can't blame you," he said softly. "You're my family, and I want my family back," said Jasper as he tried to hold back his emotions.

"I'm sorry," Monty said back, as he reached out and hugged Jasper. Monty and Jasper both had tears in their eyes.

Bellamy smiled hoping they had the old Jasper back finally. He realized that deep down Jasper may always harbor some resentment towards him, and he understood why, Bellamy had guilt of his own he would always carry, and he wasn't the one that lost someone he loved.

Octavia interrupted the two finally. "Okay, we have to go Monty. It's getting late." said Octavia.

"What do you mean 'We?" asked Monty.

"Octavia is leading our team today," said Bellamy. "Monroe will be on Lincoln's team."

Monty didn't say anything. They began to walk towards the bar where the teams always met.

"Hey, when you get back, I want to show you my garden," shouted Jasper, as he watched them leave.

"Monty, I'm planting herbs, and I could use your help," he shouted.

Monty turned and smiled back at Jasper.

"I know that's your specialty," He added with a smile.

The teams gathered their supplies and made their way into the forest. Octavia wanted to go north, so Lincoln went south.

Bellamy allowed Octavia the freedom to make the decisions. The three all felt good. Jasper had made a breakthrough. Monty wanted to know if either had said anything to him, but they told him Jasper approached them. They were as surprised as Monty was, they didn't know what happened to cause Jasper's change of heart. They were relieved to have the old Jasper back, or at least they hoped that was the case.

Finally Octavia found a set of tracks, and the three got serious and began tracking their prey.