"Oh my God!" Ashley ran up to her sister and hugged her tightly. "What are you doing here?"

Daphne laughed at her sister's enthusiasm. "What does it look like I'm doing? I came to visit for spring break. Mom said you had an extra room so I thought I would surprise you two. Let me guess, you got caught in the rain." Daphne picked up Ashley's damp hair.

Ashley smiled. "Something like that." This was turning out to be the best day ever. "Does mom know?"

"Nope, not yet"

"We should go to Port Angeles and tell her."

"Sure, but let me get in the door first and show me around the house"

Ashley gave her a short tour, Daphne was purposely taking longer to annoy Ashley.

"Daphne, hurry up!"

Daphne laughed, "Fine, help me put some stuff away and we can go"

They put everything away and Ashley tugged her sister downstairs.

As the sisters walked to Daphne's car in the driveway, Ashley slipped on the slick driveway and had to grab the passenger's door handle to stop herself from falling.

"All this rain isn't good for you, Clumsy" Daphne teased her sister from the driver's seat.

"Oh hush." Ashley said with a glare that quickly turned into smile.

Daph laughed and started the car. Ashley pointed her in the direction of Port Angeles. Just then Ashley's phone rang. Ashley looked down at her phone and smiled, it was Seth.

"Hey"

"Hey, about this evening-"

"Dammit," Ashley cut him off. "I don't know how I forgot. I'm so sorry. Daphne was here when I got home and I guess with all the excitement, it slipped my mind. Also, I'm still a little light headed from earlier. We are going to Port Angeles now to tell my mom."

Daphne gave Ashley a questioning look. Ashley smiled but didn't give her sister an explanation. She just motioned for her sister to ignore her and keep her eyes on the road.

"Don't worry, I totally understand." He was sincere. That was one of the things Ashley loved about him, he was so understanding.

"I promise I will make it up to you! What are you doing tomorrow after school?"

He laughed. "Ash, its ok, I understand. I'm sure you want to spend the day with your sister. I'll be seeing you soon anyways."

"What do you mean?"

"Oh, nothing. Just that I will see you soon, one way or another. I got you all day today and yesterday, have fun with your sister." When Ashley didn't respond he added "Honestly Ash, its okay."

"How did I get so lucky?"

"I should be asking the same question."

"You're a liar."

"Ok Ashley, whatever you say." He laughed.

"I will call you later."

"Ok, bye."

Ashley hung up and turned to her sister.

"What was that all about?" Daphne asked.

"I forgot I made plans with my bo- I mean my friend" Ashley replied, trying to be casual. Daphne didn't buy it.

"Ashley…"

"Fine, but you can't tell mom. I'd be surprised if she doesn't figure it out herself, but still."

"Fine"

"I have a boyfriend." Ashley flushed and looked down at her feet.

"You what? What is his name? And why didn't you tell me earlier?"

"I'm telling you now! His name is Seth Clearwater. Plus we have only been technically got together today."

"I can't believe this. My baby sister has a boyfriend and she didn't tell me. Wait, what do you mean technically? And why would mom know? Besides, you still could have told me before."

"When was I supposed to tell you? You were there when I got home so I don't know how I could have told you any earlier. Not my fault you are impatient." Ashley teased her sister. "Turn left here, and I mean technically because we have been friends for a while and we both liked each other but neither wanted to admit it in case things got awkward. Mom might figure it out because she and Seth's mom Sue are friends. They gossip more than you and I ever do. I'm sure they will put two and two together eventually"

"I can't believe this. My little sister has a boyfriend and I don't!" They were entering Port Angeles now.

"It's not my fault you never said yes to any of the boys who asked you out."

Daphne rolled her eyes but smiled. Ashley smiled too, thinking about how great her life was at the moment. Both of the girls were silent for a moment, lost in their thoughts.

"Are you happy?" Daphne asked suddenly, breaking the silence.

"Huh?"

"Are you happy with him?"

Ashley smiled. "Very."

"Good. If that changes I will kick his ass."

Ashley laughed. "Okay Daph."

"Will I meet him tomorrow?"

"Um, yeah, I guess. If you want to."

"Duh! Of course I do, silly."

The sisters laughed as they got out of the car and headed towards their mom's store. The bell rang as Ashley pushed open the door. Her mother was at her desk and looked up, probably confused as to how and why Ashley would be there, until Daphne came out from behind her. Terry gasped and jumped up. She ran over and pulled both her daughters into a hug.

"What are you doing here? When did you get here? How long will you be here for?"

"Mom, calm down. I only just got here. Ashley only let me unpack my things before dragging me out here. I am hoping to stay for spring break."

"Oh, I'm so glad you are here! I have so much to tell you!" Terry looked up at the clock. "I'm still here for an hour and I have some work to do. How about you girls explore the town a little and meet me back here in an hour. I have to call Sue and see if it is alright if you come with us tonight."

"Mom, what are you talking about?" Ashley asked confused. Daphne gave her a subtle look that Ashley saw out of the corner of her eye.

"Seth didn't tell you? We are going to the Clearwaters' for dinner tonight. Daphne you can meet my friend Sue, her husband and their two kids. Seth is Ashley's friend and the same age as her and their daughter Leah is about the same age as you."

So that was what Seth meant by seeing her soon.

"Sounds great." Daphne smiled. "We will meet you back here in an hour. Come on Ash, let's go do some shopping."

The girls left the store and walked down the sidewalk, looking into the store windows.

"I guess I will meet him sooner than expected."

"I guess."

"So I think last night went well," Seth said leaning up against the locker next to Ashley's. They were the only two people in the hallway. "I think Daphne had fun." He joked.

"Oh please," Ashley rolled her eyes as she slammed her locker shut. "She wasn't paying attention to much of anything after that guy came by. What was his name again? And not to be mean or anything, but why was he even there? I've never seen him before."

"Paul. He is one of Sam's guys. I think he was there to talk to my dad about something. I heard Sam's name a few times too. I guess they were discussing council stuff. You know, the one a bunch of the elders are in?" Seth explained as he waked next to Ashley. She bumped her hand against his casually, and was glad when he intertwined his fingers with her's, taking the hint.

"I keep forgetting I get to do this." He said swinging their hands back and forth as they walked down the hallway.

"And this," Ashley said before reaching on her toes to kiss Seth. He smiled into the kiss and wrapped his arms around her waist, pulling her closer.

When the two broke apart, Ashley walked towards their classroom. Seth ran in front of her and leaned against the doorframe, his arm extended to the other side, blocking Ashley's entrance

"What do you think you're doing?" He asked

Confused, Ashley said, "Um, going to class?"

"No you're not," Seth responded with a smile. "We have tons of time, come on."

Ashley thought about this for a minute but before she could answer he intertwined his fingers with hers again and tugged her along, deciding for her. She couldn't help but smile a little at Seth's enthusiasm. He led her down the staircase and around the corner where she saw a group of people in a circle talking. Leah was the first to notice them. She had a confused look on her face before her eyes landed on their intertwined fingers. Her eyes darted up to make eye contact with Seth, her expression was telling him to let go of Ashley's hand. Seth stared back at her defiantly. Leah was the first of the siblings to look away, her eyes went to Ashley. When she noticed Ashley staring, her expression turned icy. Ashley looked away quickly, her face filling with colour. She tried pulling her hand out of Seth's but he tightened his grip on her hand. Leah walked away in a huff.

"Don't worry about her, she'll warm up eventually." Seth whispered in her ear.

That was when the rest of the group noticed them.

"Finally, you two are together."

A/N: You were all expecting something different weren't you? I'm sorry this one is so short, I haven't had a lot of time recently because exams are this week. I promise the next one will be longer. Keep reviewing and thank you especially to madittude99. Anyhoo, there will be a new chapter up within the week. I hope you are liking it.