2) Car Accident

Thoughts of the night of my mother's accident flooded back to my mind.  I ran outside, trying to find my way in the darkness.  I had to get away of all those memories I wished to push away.  I found myself on the large rock in my backyard which was where Jackson and I had first met.  I squeezed my eyes shut, but it didn't help.  The tears slipped down my cheeks.

"Mom, look out!"  I remembered shouting, but it was too late.  The junky car had crashed right into us, and we had both gone unconscious.

"Kate, are you there?"

I wheeled around, and could just make out that it was Jackson.

"Yeah, I'm here."

He sat down next to me.

"It's pitch black out.  What are you doing here?"

"Thinking," I answered simply.  I couldn't tell him-- not now.

"About what?"

I sighed.

"The car accident."

He nodded.  He had heard of how it had happened, but I had never told him of my feelings-- my constant struggling to push it aside.

"You want to talk about it?" he asked softly.

I stared off at the open expanse where the river was.  I had never been one to admit my feelings so openly, but Jackson was my best friend, and I could trust him.

I turned to him slowly.  "We were on our way home," I began slowly.  "We had just finished shopping for Dad's birthday.  It was right at the light when something caught my eye.  I turned quickly, and saw a big, junky old truck heading straight for Mom's side of the car.  I screamed, and told her to look out."  I stopped, tears forming at the corners of my eyes.  "She turned to see what it was, and then-- then he hit us, and we went unconscious.  Next thing I knew we were in the hospital.

"It shouldn't of happened," I said, shaking my head.  "I was fine.  Why?  Why wasn't I hurt-- broken something?  Everyone says it's a miracle I had no big cuts or breaks.  Why me?  Why was I fine, and my mother--?"  I broke out in sobs as Jackson pulled me close.  I laid my head on his shoulder, and cried until I could cry no more.

"Thank you," I whispered, "for being my friend, Jack.  I appreciate you for always understanding me."

Then I stood up, and started for the back door, but I turned quickly.

"See you tomorrow?"

And even in the darkness I saw his soft smile.

"Always," he answered.

Author's Note

So, this was just a short chapter to explain more of how her mother got in the hospital, and Jack and Kate's friendship. :)

What do you think of Kate? Her personality?

What do you think of Jack? His personality?

Love your honest opinions and thoughts! :]

Reviews

[Erinne S.]

I decided to check out this book as well while I was on, and I really like the start of this one so far. I'm really curious as to what exactly is wrong with Kate's mom other than the fact that she was in a horrible car accident. I love both personalities of your characters and you are developing them nicely so far. Jackson seems like a really sweet guy, and I actually have a best friend that is just like him in my own life. So it's kinda cool to read it in a story. I'm really looking forward to reading more of this story and seeing how it develops. If you write more for it please let me know! I definitely will give it a read. :)

~Erinne

[Karli]

Kate- I like her a lot! I think she's a great main character with a great background story. She seems very weary of everything, but I know she's strong.

Jack- He seems so great. I really hope they get together.

This story is great so far!

[Krystal Nicole]

I LoVE Jack and Kate's personalities . . Cant wait to read more

[~Lizzy♬]

Kate is a really cool girl and she knows how to express her feelings deeply. Her personality is very cool and spunky.Jackson is really cool and knows how to be there for his best friend. His personality is very calm and comforting. I can't wait to read more! :)

~Lizzard~