Reunited:

Days had passed since Jack's departure, each day feeling longer and emptier without him by her side. Claire had thrown herself into her studies, her work with Doc, and her continued support of her father's team, but no amount of distraction could fill the void left by Jack's absence.

As the days turned into weeks, Claire found herself counting down the moments until their reunion. And finally, the day arrived.

Standing at the airport terminal, her heart raced with anticipation as she scanned the crowd for any sign of Jack. And then, she saw him.

The crowd pushed her towards the arrivals area where a flash of familiar dirty brown blond hair stood out. Jack, looking as tempting as ever with his lopsided grin, caught her eye. Their gazes locked, and for a moment, the noisy terminal faded into insignificance, leaving only them in a bubble of quiet anticipation.

For Claire, it felt like coming back after a long exile. All that mattered was Jack, his handsome face, his soulful hazel eyes, the same warmth that had always made her feel seen.

Jack broke into a run, his arms open wide, and Claire mirrored his movement. They collided in a messy tangle of limbs, holding on as if their lives depended on it.

As he drew closer, Claire felt a surge of emotion wash over her, her heart pounding with excitement and joy. And then, they were together again, wrapped in each other's arms as if no time had passed at all.

"Jack," Claire whispered, her voice filled with emotion as she buried her face in his chest, breathing in the familiar scent of his cologne.

"Claire," he murmured, his breath hot against her ear, his voice hoarse with emotion. She could feel his body trembling against hers, his heart pounding in sync with hers. She traced his jaw, rough with stubble, her fingers savoring the familiarity.

Their eyes sparkled with unshed tears, a silent testimony of their connection. Pulling her closer, Jack whispered against her hair, "I missed you every single day." Claire felt his breath hitch, the weight of his admission heavy between them.

"Me too," she replied, her voice thick with emotion. She cupped his face, her thumb brushing away a stray tear. "I missed you so much."

Their lips met in a searing kiss, their bodies melting into each other. It was a promise, a passion, and a confession of years of longing. Time stood still as they savored the moment, oblivious to the world around them.

And in that moment, as they stood together amidst the chaos of the airport, Claire knew that no matter where life took them, they would always find their way back to each other. For theirs was a love that transcended time and distance, a bond that could weather any storm.

….

As the evening drew to a close, Jack and Claire found themselves at a cozy seafood bistro followed, filled with reminiscences and revelations. They caught up on the last few weeks they had been apart.

Once outside Claire found herself staring at the relentless crashing waves, the sea breeze whipping her hair around. The gulls screeched overhead as the sun descended into the horizon, creating a breathtaking explosion of colors.

Jack traced his fingers over Claire's hand, his eyes conveying a depth of longing that mirrored her own. "I've missed you, Claire," he admitted softly. "I never stopped thinking about you."

Her heart swelled in her chest, filling her with hope and desire. She leaned in, closing the distance between their lips. A surge of warmth spread through her body as their lips met in a passionate kiss, the kind that transcended time and distance.

When they finally pulled away, neither uttered a word. Instead, they held each other tightly.

When they arrived back at Jacks the air crackled with anticipation, each moment pregnant with the weight of their shared desire. The soft glow of candlelight bathed the room in a warm, inviting ambiance, casting flickering shadows on the walls.

Without a word, Jack took Claire's hand, his touch sending a jolt of electricity through her veins. Their eyes locked, communicating a depth of longing that words could not capture. Slowly, almost hesitantly, they drew closer, their bodies gravitating towards each other as if pulled by an invisible force.

With trembling hands, Jack cupped Claire's face, his touch gentle yet possessive. He traced the curve of her jawline, his thumb brushing lightly over her lips, igniting a firestorm of desire within her. Claire's breath caught in her throat, her heart thundering in her chest as she surrendered to the intoxicating sensation of Jack's touch.

In that moment, nothing else mattered. Time seemed to stand still as they lost themselves in each other, their lips meeting in a searing kiss that spoke volumes of their longing and passion. Their embrace was fierce yet tender, a silent declaration of their love and desire for one another.

As they sank into the depths of their passion, the world outside faded away, leaving only the two of them entwined in each other's arms. As they explored each other's bodies their lovemaking was slow and deliberate, a dance of passion and pleasure that left them both breathless and satisfied. They reveled in the feeling of their skin against each other's, and the taste of sweat and desire on their lips.

When they had finally satiated their desire, they lay together in the stillness, their hearts beating in unison.

"I never knew it could be like this," Claire murmured, her voice filled with wonder.

"Neither did I," Jack replied, his voice filled with emotion. "But I know that I never want to let you go."

With their hands entwined and their hearts united, Claire and Jack set off into the world, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead, knowing that as long as they had each other, they could overcome anything.