The LOST Writers' Island

Thank you Lyndi. :)

Okay I lied its not a one shot, its a two shot, since I had requests for a 2nd chapter on the other board, and I was bored, here it is, lol. So without further adieu...

A Reunion in the Making, Part 2

His hand was running up her thigh and Kates eyelids fluttered from the trail of heat his fingers brought to her, she could feel the tingling in her core and as he inched his hand up ever further, Kate subconsciously bit her lip. God it felt good, and boy did he know where her most sensitive spots were. As his fingers danced inside her panties, playing with the tender folds of skin dipping even further down into her moist sheath, Kate let out a moan.

'Mmmmmm' Her eyes closed tighter as the waves of pleasure began to course through her body. JamesJames She muttered, clenching her hand around one of her pillows and she began to pant, feeling her climax approach

'Freckles' He whispered and Kate merely moaned in return her thighs pressed tightly together as she clenched around him

'James.' She gasped, and he whispered her name again...'Freckles, time to go baby...'

Opening her legs she wanted him to take her and take her now, and she begged...

'James please.' She needed to feel him inside her. But all he did was answer her, leaving her on the brink of climax

'Kate. wake up!'

And Kates eyes fluttered open, finally realizing it was all a dream. They had been happening more frequently lately, actually ever since she had seen Sawyer again, and this last one was no exception, she could have sworn it was real; she could feel his hand on her and hear his silky southern voice.

Gasping in disappointment that he wasnt here, Kate shook her head. She had many thoughts since that night. Take Sawyers advice, and run with Aaron. That made the most sense in her mind. But then there were nights/mornings like these, and she missed him, oh god how she missed him.

She knew Sawyer was doing what he thought was right. She knew he loved her, she knew how she felt about him too. And she had been living by her head for so long. But now her heart was pulling at her too. She just wished there was a way to get around this so that she was certain of Aarons safety and protection.

Kate knew Bens men or Ben himself would be at the pier this evening. But she also hoped Sawyer would be there. She spited him for not giving her a way to contact him during all this so she could make plans. But Sawyer was doing this for her.

She closed her eyes again, feeling those strings on her heart being tugged at once more.

"Mommy." Kate heard Aarons voice from the other room, and she knew he was up. She knew today would be a memorable one, but like always, she would try to keep Aarons best interests at heart first and foremost. Kate knew she was pushing her luck, trying to have her cake and eat it too. But she knew she would deeply regret not doing this tonight.

"Good morning sweetheart." Kate put on a bright smile as she sat on Aarons bed and gave him a hug as he sat up.

"So todays a big day huh? Going to go to the zoo with Francine right?"

Aaron smiled and nodded his head.

Kate stroked his blond strands of hair lovingly. This was really what it was all worth it for. Moments like these. And she knew she wouldnt ever give Aaron up. He was her son now, and she was his mother.

Kate pulled away and looked back at him as she took out a folded pair of denims and she asked him.

"So what do you think youll see? Maybe a lion, or zebra?"

"Yes mommy, and monkeys and tigers too!" Aaron replied excitedly with a sweet smile. And Kate answered after kissing his forehead

"Of course you will."

A little while later, Kate had Aaron dressed and fed breakfast, and she walked him to Francines house where her older kids were ready and waiting.

Giving him another kiss on the tip of his nose, Kate got on her knees, straightening out his jacket and she told him

"You be good okay sweetheart, Mommy will be back to get you later."

Aaron smiled back at her and he replied

"Okay mommy, I love you."

"I love you too Aaron." Kate replied whisping her hands through his hair as he ran to play with Francines other children. Kate stood up and told her

"I should be back sometime after dinner, but just incase Im not, Ill call and let you know."

"Of course Kate." Francine smiled back at her and she replied,"You know hes always welcome here, you are too."

Kate smiled back at Francine and replied sweetly

"Thanks, take care of him."

"I will." Francine replied calling after her.

Apprehensive Kate got into her car. She thought about calling the others, Jack, Sayid, Sun, but Kate knew it was better for her to do this on her own. All she needed was a diversion.

When the time came, she waited for about 10 minutes on the end of the pier. There were many people around, tourists, couples, families, but Kate kept her eyes peeled for him. She knew there was a good chance Ben would be here, or more of his goons, but Kate came prepared this time.

She turned around to look at the sun setting behind a vast blue ocean with pinks and yellows and oranges reflected, when she heard an the unmistakable voice from behind.

"Hello Katherine, well I must say, Im a little surprised to see you here."

Kate turned around the dread in her face apparent as she finally came face to face after 3+ years.

"Ben." She remarked with loathing in her voice. And he smiled replying

"Well, dont look so surprised Kate, James told you I was part of this didnt he?"

Kate met his gaze with contempt, not bothering to answer his question.

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Sawyer was told to stay and wait in the car. He knew Kate wouldnt be there, she was smarter then that. She was probably in Mexico by now, but when Ben got out of the car and he didnt come back right away, Sawyer got worried. Getting out he got up and slammed the door.

He walked through the crowd as they parted ways for him, and finally through the sea of people he saw her.

'Son of a bitch!'

Sawyer exclaimed to himself. Fuck, she was going to fall right into his trap. 'Goddamit Kate!'

Sawyer growled. Why the hell didnt she listen to him? Unable to keep his anger hidden. His head was spinning as he came to the realization that she had come to meet him here. He was about one or two people away from exposing him position to both of them, when Sawyer had a thought. If they saw him, they would know that he was here.

Shit. Sawyer exclaimed to himself his mind going about 100 miles a minute trying to think of a plan, and then it all the sudden came to him. He backed up a few people and then shouted out to the crowd

"Someone just fell! Quick, someone get a life preserver!"

As the herd of cattle all pushed past him to see what was going on at the end of the pier, Sawyer took his opportunity to grab Kate.

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She heard someone shout and then a few seconds later as one person came between her and Ben to get closer to the end of the pier, Kate felt herself being pulled in the opposite direction.

"Hey!" She shouted tugging back and then he looked back at her. And her heart began to pound as recognition set in. And Sawyer spoke

"Relax Freckles, you just bought yourself 15 extra seconds, now keep up with me!" Sawyer was in no mood to argue, and even though Kate was one to spar with him like a champion, she knew now wasnt the time. Sawyer pushed through the crowd quickly running back to Bens car pulling Kate behind him.

"Get in!" He shouted at her as he let go of her hand passing the passenger side. Then Sawyer took the drivers seat, starting up the ignition.

They saw Ben as Sawyer sped out of the parking lot, fading against the crowd of people and he had his cell with him.

"We dont have a lot of time!"

Sawyer remarked looking back and then he darted into traffic, and added

"And we gotta ditch this car as soon as possible."

"Sawyer!" Kate finally breathed and she asked him..."What the hell is going on? Has everyone from that island gone crazy?"

Kate asked him putting her hand on the dashboard. She felt like the way Sawyer was speeding, she or he could go flying through the windshield at any minute and Sawyer spat back at her angry again

"What the hell were you thinking Kate?"

"What was I thinking?" She asked incredulously..."I was trying to help you!" Kate exclaimed her fingers turning white.

His tires screeched around the corner, and Sawyer exclaimed after looking over his shoulder again...

"Didnt I tell you to run?"

"Since when do I do what you tell me?" Kate retorted. And Sawyer rolled his eyes replying

"Touché Freckles, Guess next time Ill make sure to tell you to go and run into Bennyhahas arms then."

Kate smirked slightly, her face relaxing for the first time since shed left Aaron today and Sawyer got back to business

"We gotta find a place to lay low for a bit. The kids safe right?"

Sawyer asked looking back at Kate as he darted into another lane of traffic and Kate nodded her head.

"Yeah, hes with a friend."

Sawyer nodded and then pulled over to the beach. Up ahead there was a line of taxis waiting for lonely tourists and Sawyer got out of the car

"Cmon, were going to get ourselves a room for the night, then we can figure out what to do in the morning."

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About 30 minutes later they were in a modestly dressed hotel room looking out at the beach, it had a balcony and Kate walked out to the end. She hadnt eaten anything all day, and Sawyer brought up some take out Chinese from the restaurant from across the street.

"Well it aint dharma brand, but Im sure the substitution will suffice."

Kate smiled back at him and she took one of the cartons with a pair of chopsticks and she leaned against the wall looking out at the ocean for a moment, she turned to Sawyer and asked him as he came closer standing across from her

"So what did they do to you?"

Kate had heard from Locke and she knew something bad had gone down on the island. At the time she wouldnt believe it, but for some reason, seeing Sawyer now, made her sure it was true.

Sawyer watched Kate for a moment, noting for the first time how cleaned up she looked. She was wearing makeup and her hair was combed. She was wearing a pretty little top and a skirt. Something he was sure he would never live to see. And he swallowed his glance finally caught by Kates, Sawyer replied looking up into her eyes

"Nothin that we couldnt handle." He lied. And Kate knew it, her brows creasing, for the first time noticing a long scar across his forehead and she stepped closer brushing some of his strands of hair away gently to expose the scar, and Kate replied genuinely concerned

"It doesnt look like nothing James."

Sawyer creased his brows, his hand running down the length of Kates wrist and he replied softly

"Freckles." Shaking his head, he didnt want her to ask any more about it. She wasnt going back there and that was final. Not if he could help it anyway.

There was so much that had been left unsaid between them both. Sawyer wanted to ask Kate about the 3 years she had been gone. Kate wanted to ask Sawyer about his time on the island, but neither one knew how to approach it. Neither one could find it in their hearts to ignore these feelings that came over them when they were together.

"I missed you." Kate finally whispered vulnerably, looking up into Sawyers deep blue eyes. And he couldnt hold back any longer. His hands wrapped around her jawline and his lips caught hers. Kate moaned lightly into the kiss, caught a little off guard, but wanting it all the same. They needed each other like oxygen to breath. And soon that became blatantly apparent, as his tongue slid in her mouth and Kate muttered his name under her kiss

"James."

"Kate." He muttered back, knowing what she was asking, cause he wanted it too. He could feel how badly she wanted it as she leaned into him.

Sawyer pulled her back inside as they danced around the room yanking at one anothers clothes off with grunts. There was no time for foreplay, this was a reunion 3 years in the making, and even though Sawyer wanted to savor this, like all the times he had fantasized about seeing her again, he devoured her quickly and hungrily. Like a man starving for his last meal.

"Mmmmbaby." He whispered his lips soft and sweet as his hands roughly tugged at her panties in contrast, already hard already waiting. And Kate was already so wet and waiting. Pulling her up into his arms, he collapsed with her on the bed, her thighs open and waiting for him, and he pushed inside her like a starving wolf.

They both groaned loudly on contact and then the lovemaking began. The early evening air laced by heavy breathing and pants as the joined again and again. It was everything Kate could have hoped it would be and more. It felt so natural. Never like two strangers, they just fell right back into place, and Kate fell into a pool of unbridled ecstasy. Sawyer joined her and when it was all over, they collapsed into a heap of arms and limbs, not quite sure where it ended and where it began, but they knew it felt fuckin good.

Kate smiled as she put her hand on his chest and Sawyer kissed her temple as he pulled her closer to him, wanting to just lay like this forever. Thinking maybe they could. And he replied finally..

"I missed you too Freckles."

Kate smiled and closed her eyes. She fell back into her time on him with the island, and as she leaned on his shoulder and he began to stroke his fingers through her hair, Kate replied absently

"It feels like we were never apart."

He continued to stroke her hair and added musingly..."Yeah, except now you got a kid and the house, and the white picket fence too."

Sawyer smirked back at Kate and she looked up at him with a smile, fading slightly, firstly because it wasnt all it was cracked up to be, the getting her life together part, Kate had been very lonely raising Aaron all on her own, and it was a challenge to be a single parent with the kindof past she had, but secondly and most importantly, her smile went straight when she remembered that she hadnt called Francine yet to check on Aaron.

She sat up and grabbed the sheet reaching for her cell

"I forgot I have to call and check on him." Kate remarked back at Sawyer and he joked sitting up with her remarking with a wide grin

"And a PTA mom too boot, baby, dont know how much that turns me on.

Sawyer remarked his hand on her naked shoulder as she made the call with a smile returning to her lips.

"Hi Francine, this is Kate, hows he doing?"

All the sudden Kates body stiffened up as she took in what Francine was telling her. Apparently she had been trying to get a hold of Kate all evening.

"What???" Kate asked now all the sudden in a panic and Sawyer sat up a little straighter trying to figure out what was going on.

"What time did this happen? Did you call the police?"

Francine answered Kates questions and told her she gave the police Kates phone number.

"Okay, please please call me if you hear anything, Im going down there right now!" Kate concluded and then clicked off her phone.

Sawyer looked back at Kate confused and worried and he asked her

"Whats?" But Kate cut him off by signaling with her hand as she checked her messages for any word from the police.

Francine had left 5 frantic messages, and then one from the police telling her they were working on her case, but the final message is the one that shook Kate to her core. It was from Ben

"Hello Kate, Im sure you and James are halfway down the California coast by now, but before you decide to leave the state, you should know, I have something you want, and the only way your going to get it back is by agreeing to return to the island. Im sorry it had to be this way Kate, but it was the only way."

The message ended. The only connection Kate having to Ben was the number he used on her caller id. And she looked back at Sawyer terrified and shaken up and she finally replied horrified

"Ben has Aaron."

And thats when Kate felt her heart stop.

-- Edited by sawyersmine at 05:47, 2008-07-06

Thank you again ladies. Okay Im finally bringing this over from Skate uk. I may or may not come back to edit the quotes. LOL, depends on how unlazy I feel. ;) Anyway, heres the rest of it for now. Almost have the next chappie done too.

Part 3 of A Reunion in the Making

"Where did he go James?" Kate cut back at Sawyer as he was getting dressed

"What? What makes you think I know?" Sawyer asked feeling like she was blaming him for this.

"I said... Where. Did. He. Go?"

"You think I had something to do with it?" Sawyer came back angry now. Thinking of all the things she could say, after he tried to help her, it was back at square one goddamit!

Kate didnt have time for this. Pulling her hair back into a ponytail, she sighed and replied

"Im not trying to attack you Sawyer, I just need to know how the hell you got here, how Ben got here, maybe if I knew where you both arrived than we could look there first."

Sawyer closed his eyes feeling like an ass. Still he didnt want to give Kate the satisfaction of him admitting she was right, and he finally replied on a sigh, frustrated himself

"Dont know how I got here...They shot me up with something before I left and woke up in someones apartment."

Kate creased her brows. She didnt have time to console him right now, but she hated what they put him through. Deciding to take it a little easier on Sawyer, Kate replied more calmly

"Okay, do you remember where the apartment was?"

"Oh yeah all we gotta do is click our heals 3 times and well zap ourselves right there." Sawyer replied still frustrated.

Kate rolled her eyes and she demanded

"You have to try Sawyer, I doubt the police will be much help."

Kate was about to say he was all she had when he shot her a look. And Kate sighed frustrated. Wondering when they were ever going to be on the same page, Sawyer finally grumbled...

"Think I might know the neighborhood."

He cast Kate a sideways glance and she nodded her head and grabbed her purse, replying...

"Good, lets go then."

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About 25 minutes later they were driving around a section of West Hollywood. It wasnt the best neighborhood in the world, and it was dark out now. Sawyer closed his eyes as he pulled over to the side of the curb

"Do you see it?" Kate asked him frantically.

Sawyer just shook his head tiredly and replied..."They all look the same."

"Well lets get out and look around." Kate announced.

Sawyer sighed and nodded his head, he was beginning to have a pounding headache, getting out he shut his car door and followed Kate. She began peeking in windows carefully, and Sawyer began feeling more and more dizzy. He had to hold onto a light post as Kate frantically searched. Finally she looked back noting he wasnt keeping up and Kate asked him

"You okay?"

"Yeah, Im fine. "Sawyer breathed heavily, the darkness hid the beads of sweat on his forehead and he felt like he was about to pass out, but he didnt want Kate to know that and he barked back at her

"Keep looking Freckles! We aint gonna find him standin around here twiddling our thumbs."

Kate creased her brows angry at first by his tone, but something didnt look right. But her first priority right now was getting Aaron. She didnt know what Ben was capable of and she turned around and continued onto the next house.

Finally Sawyer couldnt take the spinning anymore collapsing into a heap on the sidewalk, his face smashed against the concrete.

Kate heard the thump and turned around alarmed.

"Sawyer!" she shouted worriedly and ran down to kneel at his side. She turned his face over not understanding what had just happened, but his forehead was beating with sweat.

Kate didnt have time to panic, saying a silent prayer to herself

"Sawyer please." She plead with him as her hand brushed some of his long blonde hair from his face.

She saw his chest rise and fall and breathed a small sigh of relief thankful for that much. Kate tried to hold it together, she didnt want to fall apart right now, she couldnt, she wouldnt. But it would have been so easy. Finally whispering

"I need you."

Kate felt one tear fall down her face. And thats when she heard the voice from behind, that eerie haunting voice. The one that would haunt her dreams for years to come and she turned around shaking.

Meeting Bens gaze with a green fire; Kate asked him with clenched jaw..."What did they do to him? Where is he you bastard?"

Ben simply smiled and folded his arms. He shook his head noting the touching scene before him and he finally replied

"Well youll have to ask him that yourself Kate, but you didnt actually think wed let him leave our custody, without an insurance policy did you?"

Kate gasped in horror looking down at Sawyers unconscious face and Ben replied...

"Hell be fine, he was just given a sedative".

Ben saw them all as animals for his research, Sawyer was no different. Kate wanted to stand on her feet and beat the man senseless, but she couldnt let Sawyers head fall from her lap.

And Ben added with an evil smirk

"Of course, he most likely wont be when he finds out about your affairs with the good doctor."

Kate just glared at him and shouted

"Cut the bullshit! Where is Aaron???"

She took out her gun from the back of her pants and aimed it at Ben. He simply chuckled and replied

"Well you see Kate, we needed an insurance policy on you too. I figured youd be more agreeable returning to the island if your son was going as well."

She felt that fear return, the one that shook her to her bones and Kate creased her brow. And Ben added evilly

"Its just a shame he wont be conscious for the ride, I think I would have enjoyed that little reunion all the more." Ben was referring to Sawyer and the rest of the Oceanic 6 going with them.

"Im going to kill you." Kate finally replied coolly lowering her gun. Ben motioned for one of his assistants who was waiting in the wings to help her with Sawyer and Kate added as she took Sawyers limp arm...

"The first chance I get."

He smiled as Sawyers head slung down in-between his shoulders, and he led them back to his car, finally replying...

"I look forward to it Kate, but youll have to catch me first."

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Kate wasnt allowed to see Aaron, all she was given was Jacks word that he was okay, and Kate wanted to slug Jack for having any part in this.

A familiar scene set in front of her. The very same almost, with the exception of Sawyer being there, and he was passed out, head held in Kates lap as she stroked his hair subconsciously.

"So was this part of your plan all along Jack?" She asked him angrily thinking he had something to do with Aarons kidnapping, and Jack shook his head with brows creased admitting...

"No Kate I had Nothing to do with that."

Kate simply shook her head and cast him a cool glare. Replying under her breath

"I dont know what your capable of anymore."

She looked down at Sawyer thinking how odd it was, that he had almost switched places with Jack completely since they met on the island 3 years ago. Sawyer was the selfish one back then, only thinking of himself, but now, he was willing to die for her and suffer alone just for her safety. She knew now, after seeing the two men together where she went wrong. Kate just wished it had been Jack who jumped that day.

Jack watched Kate sadly stroke Sawyers head, feeling a pang of jealousy, but mostly it was just mild detox from going off the drugs for the last few hours and he replied trying to break the ice

"Well at least hell be happy to know you kept his promise."

The fire returned in Kates eyes as she looked back at Jack. Not wanting to say anything more in front of the others. In truth, they had all pretty much grown apart over the last 3 years. Kate had gotten closer to Jack because he was there and Aaron liked him, she just thought it was the natural next step to advancing their relationship.

Looking back at Jack now, Kate couldnt believe how wrong she was. How hard she fought it and how exactly like her mother she had become. The man whose head was in her lap was who she was supposed to be with, his life was the life she was supposed to share hers with. Kate wished more than anything that she could have shot Ben back there, but she had to get Aaron back. Now she was in too deep. Now because of her they were going back to that godforsaken island.

Staring blankly at a spot in the cavity wall, it became blurry as Kate tangled her hands in Sawyers hair subconsciously, feeling a pit sinking in the bottom of her stomachShe couldnt believe they were going back to that place!

-- Edited by sawyersmine at 23:03, 2008-08-24

Part 5 of A Reunion in The Making

It had been a few days since their fight. Sawyer had kept his distance from Kate. Apparently not much had changed for him, and she tried to avoid him like the plague. Both of them too stubborn to admit defeat, they remained steadfast in their principles.

Sawyer was strutting past Kates house over the lunch hour, having no intention of looking in, just passing by on his way to the tool shed when he heard a little voice from behind

"I have to go potty."

Sawyer creased his brows when he turned around and saw Aaron standing there his knees locked together seemingly in pain and he wondered what the fuck he was supposed to do. Finally replying...

"Why dont you go get Kay. I mean your ma." He caught himself and Aaroin shook his head replying...

"Mommies not here, can you help me?"

His little blue eyes plead with Sawyers and Aaron added remembering how his mother told him to be polite...

"Please?"

Sawyer thought the crease in his forehead would remain permanent, completely unprepared for this, he wondered where the hell Kate was, but this kid was going to pee all over the front porch if he didnt help him and Sawyer took Aarons hand and replied...

"Fine."

He walked back into Kates house with Aaron, noting the décor it was changed to a more homely look and they got to the bathroom

"You need me to come in with ya?"

Sawyer asked feeling awkward, but it wasnt like he had a choice in the matter.

"Yes please?"

Of course he would say that. Sawyer thought, but he just did what had to be done, not thinking about it anymore they got in the bathroom together and Aaron started to try to unsnap his pants but he was struggling

"Here, let me help." Sawyer interrupted helping him unsnap and unzip. The rest was up to Aaron as he pulled down his little boy underwear. Sawyer was about to turn around and face the door, not comfortable with being in here with the kid, when he realized the toilet seat was still down

"Hold on there kid." He reached in to flip it up and then quickly turned back around to face the door.

A moment of silence passed between them, wondering if the kid was all right not hearing any movement, Sawyer asked him...

"You okay?"

And then he heard the familiar tinkle sound and he breathed a sigh of relief. Not knowing why, just because he didnt want the kid to have a urinary infection or something and not be able to go. Who knew what the hell he could catch on this island. He heard the toilet flush and then Sawyer turned around Aaron had his underwear pulled back up. Sawyer helped him straighten his pants and then he turned on the faucet for Aaron.

Aaron however was too short and he asked Sawyer

"Up?"

Sawyer didnt realize what Aaron wanted until he saw his little hands just barely scale the edge of the sink.

Lifting him to reach the water, he squirted soap on his hands and Aaron squished it together with a little boy smile, loving the feel of the soap and bubbles.

"Okay time to dry off." Sawyer replied handing Aaron a towel.

Aaron padded off his hands and he asked him...

"Will you play horseshoe with me?"

Sawyer opened up the bathroom door holding Aarons hand as they walked out and he replied reluctantly

"Okay, but then we gotta find your..."

But his words trailed off as he looked up and saw Kate standing there a look of bewilderment splayed across her face. And Sawyer had that deer caught in the headlight look.

The only one daring to speak and oblivious to it all was Aaron and he ran up to Kate excitedly..

"Mommy mommy, Sawya said he would play horseshoe with me, will you play too?"

Sawyer didnt know what to say. They had to come up with a new word for trapped to describe how he felt right now.

Kate was hesitant to answer, but Aaron was so excited and he grabbed her hand happily.

"Okay." She finally replied reluctantly stealing a glance at Sawyer, who was keeping his cards close to his chest.

Aaron smiled and took Sawyers hand too and he led them both outside. Finally breaking when he saw the horseshoe pit he ran to it and Sawyer was left to stand next to Kate looking on.

"He stopped me outside to ask for help." Sawyer felt he had to explain why he was in Kates house and she simply nodded, unable to hide a small curve of a smile from forming on her lips. Thinking, she never thought she would see the day; Sawyer would help a little boy with his potty training. And she replied casually clearing her throat

"Yeah, thanks."

Sawyer looked back at Kate for a moment, feeling his guard lower, but then Aaron started grunting uh as he threw the heavy horseshoe about two feet.

Sawyer went over to help him and he replied

"Nice try kid, but the trick is to stand real close like this."

He helped Aaron go closer to the pole so he could make the shot, guiding his hand in how to hold it. And then with a little extra assistance from Sawyer his horseshoe clinked inside the pole. Aaron smiled excitedly back at Sawyer, Sawyer sharing a smile with him. And Aaron exclaimed

"I did it."

Kate stood back awestricken by the sight playing out in front of her. Her hand held her face while the other lifted her elbow, thinking this was a Kodak moment if she ever saw it.

It moved something inside her, tugged at her heartstrings. Kate didnt really understand it. When she was with Jack, it just seemed like the sensible thing to do. He read to Aaron and spoke to him, but there was always some distance there.

Meanwhile Sawyer hadnt seen him since he was born, 3 and ½ years ago and here he was talking like they had been best buddies forever. Speaking to him like a father. It melted her heart to see it. But at the same time, Kate didnt dare to hope.

Sawyer helped him work on tossing it, putting his body weight into it and before Kate knew it, Aaron had already taken two steps back and was throwing the horseshoe on his own.

She heard him laugh and it made her heart swell. Not even daring to think about the possibility that she might lose him. Aaron finally came back bounding up to Kate and he showed her what Sawyer taught him.

Kate smiled back at Sawyer genuinely for the first time since they fought. Sawyer not sure what to think looked down at the ground, deciding to split he replied...

"Well I better get goin.."

Aaron spun around and shook his head...

"But your coming back right Sawya?"

Sawyer looked down at him with creased brow not sure how to answer that; things were already strained between him and Kate. But before he could answer, Kate spoke remarking...

"You should come over for dinner tonight."

Sawyer looked back at her hesitantly, not sure if that was a good idea, but Aaron was already sold on the idea.

"Yey, Sawyas coming for dinner!"

Sawyer cast Aaron a half smile realizing he had made himself a new friend quickly and he replied...

"I didnt say yes yet..."

Aaron met his gaze questioningly and Kate creased her brows disappointment beginning to form when Sawyer finally concluded...

"Yes yet."

And Aaron laughed. Kate breathed a sigh of relief and watched Sawyer while holding Aarons hand as he walked away. Feeling a sense of nervousness, almost like butterflies. Not understanding where that was coming from, but all the sudden Kate felt like she had to impress.

"Okay sweetie, how about you come with me to the pantry and then we can get started on dinner."

Aaron nodded excitedly his smile wide, and Kates grin matched his.

That evening, she had the spaghetti done with fresh basil, tomatoes and bread and then she heard a knock at the door. Kate went to open it as Aaron played in the other room with his toys and Sawyer stood there holding up a bottle of grape juice.

Replying as Kate opened the door and greeted him with a smile...

"Well we ran outta the box wine bout 2 and ½ years ago, but hopefully this will suffice."

Kate smiled back at him and she replied happily...

"Im sure it will."

Sawyer looked back at her and saw the spread she had laid out and he whistled lowly impressed

"Wow, guess you got the whole playin house thing mastered now doncha Freckles?"

Kate smiled back at him and took the grape juice from him pouring it in two glasses, she handed Sawyer one, Kate finally replied...

"Being a parent changes a person."

Sawyer nodded and looked her up and down, finally replying...

"So Ive noticed."

Kate smiled faintly not sure if his reply was good or bad, but she knew she had changed a lot.

"Still spaghetti and meatballs aint no small accomplishment." He added with a smirk and she swatted his shoulder.

"Hey, my cooking wasnt that bad."

Sawyer chuckled and replied..."Speak for yourself darlin, but I seen to recall a few way past blackened pieces of fish you tried to pass off as well done."

He smirked again and took a sip of his juice.

Kate smiled to and then Aaron finally noticed that their guest had arrived and he greeted Sawyer excitedly.

They had a pleasurable evening, and then Kate put Aaron to bed. He was trying his hardest to stay awake to listen to Sawyer. For some reason he was infatuated with him, but when his lids started falling involuntarily, Kate excused herself.

When she got back to the living room Sawyer was picking up his dishes and then he looked back at Kate asking her...

"Unless you need help with dishes Freckles, I think I should go."

Kate frowned all the sudden in disappointment. They were having such a nice time and she didnt want to pressure Sawyer to stay if he didnt want, but she didnt want him to go either.

"No I dont need help." She finally replied and Sawyer nodded and returned to go. But Kate added...

"But we could talk for a little while if you want."

Sawyer looked back at Kate hesitantly. The truth was, she missed Sawyer. Being with him only reminded her of the good times she had on the island. With him, this place wasnt that bad. Infact she even enjoyed herself, forgetting about where they were.

Sawyer met Kates gaze his heart pulling him in one direction, his mind in the other finally replying as he sat down on her couch

"For the record Freckles, the lets talk option doesnt really do well with the men."

Kate smiled faintly and sat down next to him on the couch. And Kate finally replied taking his hand...

"duly noted...I guess Ill talk then...you can just listen."

And she finally confessed resting her head on his shoulder

"I really missed you Sawyer."

Her green eyes looked up and she searched his eyes, his blue eyes looking down into hers, he fell into her gaze, fell under her spell, feeling those currents again, and before he knew it they were kissing.

Kate felt like they were taken back to the first time, when she felt that spark, the only person shed ever felt that with and they took the kiss deeper as his tongue slid against hers dipping into her mouth. Kate let out a moan as his hands roamed. They were like two teenagers making out on the couch and it was getting hotter and heavier as they slowly rounded to second base. Her head tipping with his as her hands gripped his sides. She began to tug at his shirt.

Sawyer grunted against her lips wanting this, and then she tugged again loosening his shirt when all the sudden he felt a jolt of fear. What if he was just a rebound for Jack? He was Kates second choice wasnt he?

And then Sawyer pulled the plug finally backing away like he was on fire

"I think this is a bad idea." He finally replied seeing the disappointment in Kates eyes, but Sawyer made his getaway hasty, his lips still blushing. And he wiped his mouth with the back of his hand...

"This is too soon, you still got your thing with him..." Sawyer shook his head not wanting Kate to interrupt and he continued..."Dont try to tell me it aint true either, I see the way you two act, I cant be in the middle anymore Freckles.."

Sawyer closed his eyes and shook his head, not even sure what else to say, so he left.

Leaving a very stunned Kate sitting there wondering what the hell just happened.

-- Edited by sawyersmine at 23:56, 2008-08-24

Part 7

Meanwhile back at camp Kate was hanging her and Aarons laundry and Sawyer came waltzing by surprising her as he peeked back at her from the other side of the sheet.

Boo. He replied with a smile and Kate smiled back at him replying

Boo yourself.

So wheres the kid? Gotta make sure to avoid him

Kate rolled her eyes, knowing what Sawyer was getting at and she replied

Hes with Hurley.

Sawyer nodded and looked Kate up and down with that wicked smirk of his, replying with a slow drawl

Well in that case Freckles, how about a little afternoon delight?

Kate smiled back at him and blushed, unable to believe he just used that line on her again and she replied smartly

How about we have some coffee at your place? She cast her own smirk

Sawyer chuckled and repliedEver the domestic arencha Sassafrass?

Kate smiled back at him as he helped her finish up her laundry and 5 minutes later they were kissing in his kitchen.

Sawyer plunged his hand down Kates pants as she curved her hips into his pelvis, his hand drawing out a moan as his fingers found her sensitive sheath under her panties and he asked her as his lips and stubble brushed her neck

SoYou want me to wear protection? Sawyer breathed kissing her wetly and Kates eyes fluttered in pleasure. He assumed she was on the pill or something and as his hand dove in between the buttons of her shirt massaging her breasts, Kate looked back at him lucidly with dark eyes and shook her head

NoIm still on the pill. She replied taking his lips in hers as his hand squeezed her breast under the fabric she moaned again and began to unbutton Sawyers pants. Her hand dipping inside to massage his hardening bulge under his shorts she proclaimed under his kiss

Lets go upstairs.

Sawyer met Kates gaze with lust filled eyes and he replied as his lips lowered to meet hers

Been waitin 3 years to hear you say that Freckles! And then his mouth crashed on top of hers and he lifted her ass up into his arms, grunting as he frantically tried to make it to the stairs, which were luckily carpeted, because as Kate ground her hips into him, his hardening cock ached, and the rest of his body lost track of his footing as he collapsed down on top of Kate. Her back pressed hard against the stairs. He yanked her top off, exposing a rosy pair of breasts and then he finished the job he started earlier.

Sawyers felt like his body was burning up with the clothes he was wearing and as Kate kicked her pants off and spread her legs already wet for him, he plunged his thick cock deep inside.

Uhhohhhh!

Kate cried as she adjusted to his size at this angle and then as he began to move inside her her mouth became raspily dry from panting.

Sawyer, oh Sawyer! She moaned feeling her orgasm pulse through her body and he continued to move over her, his strong back muscles guiding his cock against her hard clit over and over again.

Kate was in torturous heaven. Wondering how Sawyer could do what he did. He was a master at sex, knowing exactly where she liked to be touched, exactly what would set her off. Not wanting to think about all the women before her, but he was incredibly skilled, and then her body wouldnt allow her mind to wander anymore, feeling her orgasm rush through like a tidal wave

UhoOHHHHHHHHHHHH Sawyer!

And then she felt him press her flat back into the carpet further as he filled her insides with his seminal fluid; nearly unconscious from the pleasure he gave her. Kates eyes fluttered back at him as she fought to come to.

But before she could speak, his lips had hers again. Sometimes it scared Kate how powerless he made her feel. After that he could do anything and that wasnt normally the way she operated. But she was too far gone right now to give it much more thought and she finally replied

That was amazing

He smiled back at her and placed a trail of kisses along her skin replying

Amazing dont even begin to cover it.

Coming back to kiss her mouth he pulled Kate up into his arms and replied

Cmon, lets go upstairs. He remarked with a smirk and spark in his eyes. Kate smiled lucidly and wrapped her arms around his neck, letting him carry her the whole way. Sawyer began to pleasure her with his mouth and lips after setting Kate down in his bed, but Kate soon realized that if she was going to be with a man like Sawyer and be taken seriously, she would have to step up her game too. Surprising him pleasantly as Sawyer hovered over she yanked him down, in one of her pro wrestling moves she had a leg straddled over his hips, yanking him back so his dick lined up with her pelvis, she could tell it turned Sawyer on. Just the way he looked at her made her insides melt and her tight sheath got wetter.

Slowly lowering herself down on him, Kate met Sawyers gaze with dark eyes, as his dick parted her sheath, she winced slightly as the burning pleasure came inside her and stretched her. Pulling up slightly and then pushing down, she took it slow. They were both well lubricated, and then Kate met Sawyers gaze with hungry eyes.

Sawyer couldnt take his eyes off hers. She enamorated him with infatuation, and as Kate took control, riding her cowboy home, he felt all those feelings about Kate come rushing back. She was his one true love


Hurley had been frantic, his voice hoarse as he shouted for Aaron. He didnt know what happened. One minute he was there just hanging out in the game house and left to get them a snack and then when he came back with a bag of pork rinds and pretzels, Aaron was gone. Not trace left behind and he panicked.

Sun and Jin heard him outside their house first and came out and Sun asked him with concern

Hurley whats wrong?

Have you guys seen Aaron anywhere? Sun looked back at Jin who was holding Ji Yeon and they both shook their heads

No Sun answered asking himDid you check to see if he went back home?

They both looked over to Kates house and Hurley spited himself for being so stupid. Nodding he ran over as quickly as his robust body could move and burst into Kates house

Aaron! Kate! Are you guys in here? Hurley asked looking around he ran into Aarons room and Kates bedroom. No sign of either of them whatsoever and Hurley had this sudden feeling like things had gone terribly wrong. And they were all going to blame him, the inevitable screw up for losing him.

He stepped outside, wondering where else he could look, he would look until he had to and then his gaze fell upon Sawyers house. If anyone might know where the kid would be, Sawyer would. Hurley thought, knowing the left behinders had their own experiences here in these last 3 years, all of which felt that retelling those experiences were unnecessary, and Hurley burst into Sawyers door

Sawyer??? Sawyer, you here man???



Sawyer had dozed off briefly after their third round of lovemaking, his stamina more exhausted than it used to be since it had been so long, but damn it felt good. And then he awoke, not to the voice he wanted to hear, but the bellowing calls from Hurley.

Groaning he opened his eyes and looked back at Kate asking her as he wiped his eyes

Doesnt lamb chop got anything better to do than bust in here hollerin all hell nelly in the middle of the day, it aint like the rest of us got lives or anything.

He groaned. Kate smiled briefly back at him and slowly sat up sliding her underwear on

Maybe he wants you to play horseshoe with him. Kate mocked Sawyer and Sawyer rolled his eyes

Yeah, musta done something real good to deserve some karma like this.

Aw Kate scrunched her nose and came over to Sawyer in her bras and panties

Feeling sorry for yourself baby?

She asked him pinching his nose and then she smiled leaning in to kiss him lightly, teasingly.

Sawwwwyer???

Sawyer looked back at the door and sighed. Kate stiffened up all of the sudden, hearing the sense of urgency in Hurleys voice and she looked back at Sawyer alarmed replying

Sawyer, it sounds serious.

He met Kates gaze with creased brow, pulling up his pants followed by a tee and he hurried down the stairs just as Hurley was starting to come up

What is it Hugo?

Sawyer asked him meeting Hurleys gaze with concern as he hurried down the stairs. Kate was a few seconds behind still buttoning up her shirt and she added

Whats wrong?

Hurley looked back at Kate, not even noticing what he may have interrupted, although he would have noticed had he not been so worried, and then Kates face creased in fear and she asked him with shaky breath, remembering who he was supposed to be with today

Wheres Aaron?

Hurley swallowed, his gaze fearful and he looked back from Sawyer to Kate

Hes gone.

Hes What? Kate asked in shock. Sawyer moved over and put his arm around Kates shoulder and he asked Hurley trying to stay calm

What happened?

Hurley bit his lip and replied hesitantly

We were in the game room, I just left for a moment to get us a snack from the kitchen, and when I came back he was gone.

Kates green eyes screamed in horror as she looked back at Hurley, her worst fears come to pass. Vowing never to let her son out of her sight again, ever.

You left him alone? Hurley, hes 4 years old! Kates eyes were pleading with him fearfully to tell her this wasnt real, that Aaron was just playing hide and seek or something and Sawyer asked Hurley sternly

When did this happen?

Hurley swallowed again knowing that he would most likely be banished now, after doing this, and he answered truthfully

3 hours ago.

Sawyer sighed frustratedly, thinking he could be anywhere in that amount of time. Kate began to cry silent tears and Sawyer pulled her into his embrace. Hurley tried to explain

I looked everywhere for him, everywhere I could think ofNo ones seen him, and he left no clues

Sawyer nodded and closed his eyes, having a feeling something like this would happen. He knew on this island it was likely to happen. They wanted Aaron. That was their whole reason for letting him go back.

We have to find him! Kate finally proclaimed stepping back from Sawyer and she declared again

NOW! meaning business. Sawyer nodded and he replied trying to be rational

Okay, well get a search party together.

Hurley, your comin with us. Sawyer declared wanting to leave no stone unturned, and they left his house in a hurry, knocking on everyones door who would answer.

Once a group was gathered it was already getting close to sundown. Jack of course tried to step in and be leader, even though people already had their own agendas and he declared

Jin, you and Sayid take the south side.Ill go with Juliet and Bernard, and Sawyer

His voice trailed off as he met Sawyers angry gaze, just daring Jack to start barking orders at him and Jack backed off

Okay, then we can all get a move on.

Nodding he looked back at Kate sympathetically, but Kate was numb with worry, not wanting to do anything right now but find her son.

Sawyer swept up his backpack and looked back at Kate, thinking this was going to be a long and strenuous night.

They had all divided into teams and were just leaving camp when a loud voice called out to them

I wouldnt bother trying to find him if I were you!

Kate spun around feeling chills run down her spine as she turned around. Sawyer turned around too, as did the rest of the group and his creased face fell when he saw who it was.

Richard!

Richard explained, now that he had their full-undivided attention

Aaron is exactly where he belongs, hes home now.

Kates breathing began to pick up in panic and then a cry emerged from her and she ran up to Richard, elbowing him sharply in the face.

Tell me where he is She struggled with him trying to hit him again and Sawyer stepped up. Kate demanded frantically.

TELL ME!

Richard simply nodded to Sawyer who went up to Kate and held her. Kate didnt have time to register what in the hell Sawyer was doing, pulling her off him. She needed to get to Aaron and get to him now and Richard replied calmly

Kate, you know that his real home was not with you, you knew that all along. It happened so fast, and we dont blame you for taking him from this place, but he belongs here now, with his mother, this island is his home.

Kate started to tear up trying to pull away from Sawyer wanting to tear this man apart for saying such horrible things, her worst fears brought to life, but Sawyer was too strong.

You bastard She hissed at Richard, crying now What are you going to do to him? She asked her body crumbling in Sawyers arms, feeling helpless and horrified all at the same time.

We are working with him to exercise his skillsyou know hes special Kate.

Richard replied meeting Kates gaze with calm clarity. And Kates eyes were filled with hate. Looking back at Sawyer for help, but he gave her none, and she felt hopeless, like her world was collapsing down under her.

Dont you have anything to say? Kate asked Sawyer with quivering voiceand she concluded

Hes my son Sawyer. Kates tearful desperate gaze broke Sawyers heart. He hated to see her like this. He hated what happened, how they got split up. Three years. Three fucking years. Initially he wanted to try to help her and Aaron get away from here, and run. Convinced it was best for everyone. But Kate didnt know what it was like after she left, none of them did. He was ready to come back here and die like a man. But now that she was back, it all changed. He had a reason to live again. This island could be saved with Aarons help.

He met Kates gaze with creased brow and tortured eyes and replied quietly, feeling horrible as the words spilled from his mouth

He can save us Kate.


Kate looked back at Sawyer incredulously, feeling like she had just been stabbed in the back.

Sawyer knew he didnt want to lose her now. He loved her too much and he bit his lips sadly hoping she could understand. It wasnt just about Aaron, it was about everyone now. This island was in jeopardy of destroying itself; he had seen evidence of that.

Hes right. Richard answered meeting Sawyers gaze knowingly and he stepped closer to a trembling Kate

Aaron has the power to save this entire island, which is rapidly approaching a state of extinction.

Kate met Richards gaze with fear and dread. Not able to process all of this. And then Jack stepped in and asked him

What exactly can Aaron do for this island? Trying to get behind the scientific explanation and Richard simply explained

This island has properties unlike any other place on earth, things that youll never understand, but this boy has a gift, and he can adjust those properties with a kindof telekinesis.

They met Richards gaze with questioning glances and then Sawyer asked him calmly

They wont hurt him will they? Hell be okay?

Richard smiled softly and nodded replying

Yes James, and if all goes according to plan, both Aaron and Claire can return to live with you all in peace.

Richard concluded

Ill be back in 2 days to give you a progress report, but I can assure you that any attempts to sabotage this mission is not only hurting the boy, its hurting all of you.

He met Sawyers gaze with a nod hoping he could keep a handle on things. And then he disappeared into the dark underbrush of the jungle. Leaving them all to stand there stunned.

Kate let out a small sob and Sawyer put his hand on her shoulder, but she jerked away from him. It all came boiling to the surface and she hissed back at him

Dont touch me! Dont ever touch me again!

She felt like her knees would collapse from under her, but Kate knew that as soon as she had the strength, she would get her son back. If she had to do it alone, she would. She couldnt let Aaron go. She just couldnt. She had to save him.