valli Posted February 11, 2008 Report Posted February 11, 2008 Martha slept in Jack's arms Finally she's starting to give in Poor Martha, failing her exam She should tell her family, though. They can help her. Must have been hard for Jack to be so honest with Martha, but it seemed to have helped More please!
matticus01 Posted February 12, 2008 Report Posted February 12, 2008 awwwwwwwwwwwwww Rach that was so sweet... I have nothing else to say except *awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww* update soon *sighs*
vale4eva Posted February 12, 2008 Report Posted February 12, 2008 Thanks for your sweet comments I dont like this chapter Warning: Content not suitable for younger readers! Enjoy Chapter 11: (2 days later) The luggage was dumped onto the living room floor, before Tony, as well as Kate and Elli slumped happily down onto the couch. “Ugh, why do holidays always have to go-by so darn quickly” Tony grumbled as he let his head rest backwards onto the cushion. “I want to go back daddy” moaned Elli as she linked her fathers arm. “Yeah, maybe some day baby” he smiled at his youngest. In the background stood Martha, her back up against the wall and her arms folded across her chest. “Are you alright love?” Tony asked as he noticed her uncharacteristic quietness. “Yeah, I’m fine. But I think I’m going to go and unpack” she grabbed her suitcase, “I don’t want this hanging over my head for the rest of the week” she tried to smile. “Alright love, take it easy. Oh and … when do you suppose we’ll be getting these all important exam results?” her father spoke the words she had been dreading to hear. “Erm, soon …” she forced a small smile, glancing across to Jack who looked down at the ground in sadness, “soon” she repeated in a soft voice, before exiting the living room and walking down the hallway… ……………………… (15 minutes later) “You know, just because we’re back home, doesn’t mean you have to start panicking about this,” Jack stood at her doorway and leant against the wooden framework. “What are you talking about?” “You ... This … I can see it happening now, you’ll be stuck in your room with your face stuck in a book, you’ll become a hermit and make yourself ill,” he told her in a matter-of-fact way. “Oh Jack, for once in your life would you please just shut your hole”, she told him calmly, which earned her an un-impressed glare from Jack, “I just want to get my clothes unpacked, that’s all”. “No you don’t, you want to rush through this so you can get straight back to your uni work. Well why don’t you take 30 minutes to just gather your thoughts, have a break, the flight was tiring, and 30 minutes out of your day isn’t going to make much of a difference”. She huffed, throwing her clothes onto the bed in annoyance. “Jack, do you not want me to pass my final year?” she questioned him as she stood up to face him. “Well yeah, of course I do” he looked at her as if to say; ‘dumb question!’ “Exactly! So every single second is vital for me passing this exam, so if you don’t mind, I’d really like some peace and quiet” she told him. “I can’t have you bugging around me like you usually do. I need to focus all of my time and energy into this, and that means you’ll just have to … stay away,” she sat back down onto the floor. He turned away from her, un-amused at her comment and behaviour, “fine, whatever. I was only trying to help”… *SLAM* The door smacked against the framework as he left, leaving behind one very sad and regretful Martha… …………………… (8pm) “What can I get you mate?” Jack called over the music as he served the many drink-thirsty customers. “2 beers and a vodka and lemonade please”. With the nod of the head he grabbed the two bottles, filling the one glass with liquid, before handing over the drinks. Throwing the money into the till, he moved onto the next paying customer… From a far distance, stood Martha, she frowned as she watched Jack working his ass off. It was meant to be her shift tonight, but Jack had taken it upon himself to add them to his roster, after all, now that she had failed her main exam, she needed all the time she could get. But here she was, standing in the corner of the club, feeling sorry for herself and NOT doing her work. 2 seconds later and their eyes connected. She gave him a small nervous but appreciative smile, but he merely looked back at her with confusion. Walking over towards the bar, she punched in the security code numbers, before slipping behind the barrier. Dodging the other bar tender, she came to Jacks side… “Hey” she smiled softly; standing aside and trying avoid making a nuisance of herself. “What are you doing here?” he glanced at her in annoyance before continuing to serve the never ending party-goers. “Well I felt bad, so I thought I’d come help”. “You’re supposed to be at home studying Martha”. “Yeah, I know but…” “So then go!” he turned around to face her, “look, you said yourself you didn’t want me around you, so why are you seeking me out all of a sudden?” he questioned her. She frowned at his bluntness, “I’m not, I just…” she stuttered, “I wanted to help that’s all” her voice turned quiet beneath the music. “Well its all under control thanks, now go home. I agreed to take over your shifts for you so that you could revise, so go and do your work before I change my mind”. And with that, he spun back around and ignored her. There was no point responding to that, after all, he was right, she should be at home concentrating on her upcoming exams, not back at work making a nuisance of herself. Turning on her heel in a mope, she strolled back around the side of the bar and made her way towards the exit… … He watched as she left the dance floor; her arms dangling down at her sides and her head lowered downwards in a sulking manor. It always pained him to see her like that… He hated it when they argued, but he wasn’t being an ass at her for no reason at all, it was for her own good. If she didn’t take the opportunity to work on her studies, she’d only end up regretting it and failing yet again… ………………………… (3.15am) A rummaging in the kitchen could be heard, and the light under her door shone through onto her carpet. Pushing the covers away from her body she scrambled to her feet. Tiptoeing across the carpet she opened the door, making her way down towards the kitchen. Standing in the doorway she saw Jack with his back to her, crouching down as he fished around in the fridge. “I don’t think you’ll find anything in there,” she spoke softly across to him. Keeping his back to her he kept his focus on the fridge, “you never know, someday I might get lucky”. Standing up he turned around to face her. He eyed up her appearance, her messy hair and her figure covered in a cottoned checked pyjama set. She smiled nervously as he looked at her, “So … How was work?” “Busy”. She nodded slowly; she should have guessed she wouldn’t get much out of him tonight. The combination of Martha lying to her family, as well as her attitude towards Jack over the past few days, had created an awkward atmosphere between them. So much for them getting closer! “Why are you still up anyway?” he asked, “It’s after 3. You’re not still revising?” he scrunched up his face in bewilderment. “No, I just heard a noise and …” she shrugged. “Right” he looked at her with uncertainty. “Well, you should get back to bed”. “Yeah … ok.” She shuffled on her feet as she turned around to leave, “I just … I wanted to say thank you, for doing my shifts for me, I really appreciate it,” she let out a small smile. “No worries” he nodded, “as long as you pass”. She took a long and anxious breath, “yeah” she replied, “well, good night then”. “Yeah, night”. He watched her walk away, her arms folded in front of her chest to keep her warm. The sound of the door gently closing shut could then be heard, before he stood cold and alone in the centre of the kitchen… Flicking off the light switch, he too made his way to bed… Preview: Things are still awkward between Jack and Martha ... and is Martha about to get busted?
beckyboo Posted February 12, 2008 Report Posted February 12, 2008 Great 2 chapters Rach!! Come on Guys get your acts together Update soon
Tasha Posted February 12, 2008 Report Posted February 12, 2008 right, i read this long time ago and didnt comment (blame Gossip Girl ) great chapter. Poor Martha and Jacky. More please
Barbara Posted February 12, 2008 Report Posted February 12, 2008 I understand Martha wants to study. But Jack is right. She will need to have a break from time to time. She should tell Tony. He's going to find out sooner or later. I want them to be close again. More please.
Zetti Posted February 12, 2008 Report Posted February 12, 2008 First Chapter I read!! Jack and Martha love each other Just Like Home and Away in the present Second Chapter! No! Martha! dont push Jack away. Just lay in his arms and let him take away to a far away place and relax. Forget the past and the present and dont focus on the future just reminisce in the moment. Lol ^ That made me sound soppy. I blame Rachie! More soon xx
x_kym_x Posted February 12, 2008 Report Posted February 12, 2008 These latest chapters have been brill! but i dont appreciate them fighting Well like always amazing writing! Can't wait for an update
kaciexox Posted February 13, 2008 Report Posted February 13, 2008 Sexual Tension I love it Awsome chapter, Jack is so sweet taking over Martha's shifts Update soon
bay girl Posted February 13, 2008 Report Posted February 13, 2008 Geez Martha, stop being such a loser. lol. Have some fun. And give in to Jack. Lovin it Rach.
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