Disclaimer: I don't own the Covenant, the characters or the plotline from the movie. I just wanted to write a story following my fav couple in the movie which is Pogue and Kate. Enjoy! And I may have not gotten all the details right from the movie but just keep in mind this story is more about the couple and not keeping the storyline from the movie intact.

Sarah and Kate were lounging in their room, trying to muster up the willpower to do some homework. With all the recent events they were trying to get back into a somewhat normal routine although they both knew that even trying to pretend that they were anywhere near normal would be a big lie.

Kate had been completely unaware of what lay ahead of her or what had even happened. Caleb and Pogue had talked intensely over whether or not to include her in their secret. Pogue had debated within himself for days. Yes, she was his girlfriend they had been dating for almost 2 years now. But did he love her? How would he know? When she was there, smiling that beautiful smile of hers his heart would flip, his stomach would tighten and he couldn't help but return the smile. His eyes would sweep up and down her long legs, shapely curves and gorgeous sleek hair. Every time he saw her it was like the first time when he was 12 and she was 11. Awkward, gangly, but somehow it called to him making him want to know her. At the same time that same allure made him reserved and afraid. He would watch her but as soon as she was within talking distance he'd make a point to distract himself. Still, she'd always smile at him or give him a nod and then continue with the gaggle of friends that always accompany those who are popular. When the boys found out about his attraction to her there was no end to their teasing. Reid especially wouldn't let it go. He made a point to make certain comments whenever she was around pointedly aimed at Pogue that would make Pogue even shyer around Kate.

"Do you love her?" Caleb asked already aware of the feelings that lay within his best friend.

"I know I need her", was Pogue's reply.

"Then tell her. She might be ok without knowing right now but soon she's going to want more. If you tell her about us then you have to know that she can love everything you are and what you can't ever be."

Pogue stared off into the distance, an internal waging over what he wanted and what he thought was right.

"So how're you feeling now?" Sarah asked a still edgy Kate.

"Physically fine. Emotionally, not so great." Kate answered. She wasn't stupid. There was something going on that no one wanted her to know and she was going to find out no matter what it took.

"I'm glad you're ok. I was lonely without you here."

"Haha. Thanks, it's good to be back. But I'm sure Caleb kept you occupied." Kate answered with a smile and knowing look in her eye. Sarah's blush was all the response she needed.

"He's been…attentive."

"Is that what they call it these days?" Kate ribbed her. Sarah just chucked her pillow at her.

"What about you and Pogue? Don't think I didn't see you two sneak off the other night." Now it was Kate's turn to blush. Just the mention of last night made her weak in the knees. Pogue had put his arm around her waist and wrapped her up tightly as soon as she was released from the hospital. He buried his hands in her long hair and hugged her so tenderly she thought he was going to cry. She had never felt so safe until that moment with his arms around her, holding her like it was forever. Then he'd bent his head and kissed her, slowly at first and then almost desperate. When they'd come up for air, his eyes shocked her, almost completely dilated with passion. He'd pulled her out of the room and she went willingly. Then he'd pushed her up against the wall and kissed her again, his hands roaming her body feverishly. She gasped when he grazed her stomach and felt her body begin to respond. Her head dropped back and he took the opportunity to nibble on her neck the way he knew she liked. 2 years of exploration and he knew everything that would get her aroused. His hands moved slowly under her shirt, gripping her waist pulling her in closer than she thought possible.

"Pogue…", she gasped out trying to reel in her arousal and emotions, "wait, I can't."

Pogue seemed to snap out of his haze and slowly took a step back.

"Sorry, I'm sorry." He clenched his fists trying to get his arousal under control but it wasn't subsiding.

"Baby, what's going on?" Kate asked extending a hand to his face, tenderly caressing it. Pogue felt his body start to calm down at her soothing touch and opened his eyes. Her worried face greeted him. He leaned into her touch and pulled her towards him again. His handsome face melting into a relaxed smile.

"Nothing, I just missed you that's all. I just realized how much."

"Are you sure that's it?" Kate asked knowing there was more. Her heart ached to help him. She loved him, she knew that for sure but no matter how much she wanted to tell him she still wasn't sure if he felt the same way.

"Kate…I wanted to tell that I'm-", before he could finish the boys walked over.

"We should go Pogue. You need to rest." Caleb said, ever the voice of reason.

"Yea, you're right." Pogue slowly let Kate go but kept her hand clutched in his. Right now it didn't matter what was coming. He had Kate and he swore nothing would hurt her again.

Back in the dorms

"Nothing happened." Kate replied shrugging her shoulders, which was a half-truth.

"Right, I'm sure that hickey on your neck came from a bad fall you took." Sarah shot back smiling. Kate's hand flew up to her neck.

"I mean…we didn't have sex." Sarah just kept smiling like a Cheshire cat.

"How long have u been dating?"

"Almost 2 years now. He was really shy back then. But only around me. Most of the time he would ignore me. I thought he didn't like me because he never said anything to me and it wasn't until the beginning of 11th grade that he finally did anything."

"Aww, that sounds so cute. Tell me how it happened." Sarah asked patting the spot next to her on the bed. Kate smiled and sat down but not before grabbing some oreos.

"It's kinda boring."

"I've got time." Sarah replied intrigued by the story already. Pogue seemed like the kind of guy that could get any girl willing but he remained ever faithful to Kate. She had noticed the way he looked at her when she was tucked under his arm, his eyes full of love and warmth that betrayed the high cheekbones and intensity that he exuded with his presence. Ever the predator, he became as docile as a puppy whenever Kate was around.

Kate began her story and soon the world faded away as she remembered those days that seemed like yesterday and forever.

2 years ago. First day of 11th grade

"Yo Caleb! Pogue!" Reid called out. The two boys turned around to see their friend running up with a slightly less enthusiastic Tyler walking quickly to keep up behind him.

"Reid, Tyler. Ready for another year?" Caleb asked knowing what Reid's answer would be. Without fail Reid answered.

"Ready for some new freshmen tail. I've been working out." Reid said flexing but he still seemed as gangly as ever. Pogue laughed out loud and poked his stomach.

"Yea working what? I think that's flab I feel." Reid scowled and punched him in the shoulder. Tyler only smirked himself. He knew Reid had been desperately trying to outdo Pogue in the six pack department but he hadn't gotten anywhere close to it.

"He tried and failed."

"Shut up Tyler." Reid said good naturedly. Then he got distracted by a group of girls walking by. They all giggled, into their own conversations. Reid grinned wolfishly.

"Ladies", he said looking them up and down. "I see summer was good to you." A couple of them laughed flirtatiously. It was no secret Reid was a ladies man and even though they knew this it didn't stop them from trying to be his new flavor of the week. Then another girl came jogging over.

"Hey guys, sorry I'm late." There she was. Kate Tunney. The girl that every guy wanted but she never reciprocated any of those feelings. She was beautiful, not too tall, slender but curvaceous and had a smile that could melt even the hardest of hearts. After middle school she had fully bloomed and every day seemed to bring alive a new attractiveness that was easily noticeable. Pogue tried not to stare but when she smiled he couldn't help himself.

"No problem Kate. There's no rush." One of the girls replied. She gave Reid a once over and then they proceeded. She gave him a call me sign and he winked at her. Kate didn't notice something fall out of the stacks of papers she was holding and continued on with the girls.

"See you boys later." With a wave and another smile she was gone. Pogue finally noticed something by his foot and picked up a small folded piece of paper and picked it up. He wasn't sure if he should open it but before he could even make the decision Reid had snatched it up.

"Well, well. What do we have here?" He opened it and there was a simple charcoal painting of a landscape. There was nothing really amazing about it except for one of the trees. It seemed almost alive. "Guess I better go give this back. Unless, someone else wants to do it?" Reid said slyly looking at Pogue.

"No, uh go ahead." He said not really wanted to give anymore fodder to Reid's relentless teasing. With that Reid took off in the direction Kate had walked. Pogue only sighed wistfully wishing he could have the courage to go after her himself.

"It's ok man. He's only ribbing you." Tyler said patting Pogue on the back. He knew Reid wasn't really that interested in Kate. He would never go after a girl that one of his friends liked. He may have been a player but he held his loyalty to his friends. However, Pogue was certainly taking his sweet time to do anything about his feelings for Kate and this might be the only way to get a reaction from him.

"Yea, I know." Pogue answered and then walked to his first class.

Later that day

Pogue rushed to the locker rooms. He was late for swim practice. Trying to save time he pulled his shirt off leaving him in only a wife beater. He rounded the corner and smacked into Kate.

"Ooof!" She let out before they both crashed to the floor. Her open water bottle flying through the air emptying its contents in the process. Half got onto Kate and the rest on Pogue.

"Oh, I, I'm so sorry." Pogue tried desperately to pick up all her clutter.

"Don't worry about it. No harm done." She said giving him one of her amazing smiles. She reached around her and picked up papers and books. When she turned around he lifted his eyes and they flashed brilliantly. Goodness, he's gorgeous. She thought to herself. Finally, she had all her stuff and he got up offering her his hand. She accepted and he pulled her up.

"Well, uh sorry again."

"No worries. See ya around." With that she skipped off and Pogue watched her retreating form, her hips swaying almost as if she knew he was looking. Cursing he dashed off to practice even later than before but somehow not feeling so bad about it now.

Present

"Wow so he really was shy. Did u know he liked you?" Sarah asked intrigued.

"Not really I only found out about all much later from Caleb. Pogue never wanted to talk about it. I think he was too embarrassed." Kate answered shrugging.

"So how did u ever get together? It sounds like he took a while to even talk to you."

"That was an accident. I never even knew what hit me."

2 years ago

Pogue scowled. He was serving detention for being late to practice. It wasn't his fault but his coach didn't care. He didn't even know you could get detention for being late to an after school activity but apparently Spencer had rules for everything. Grumbling he flipped through his history book not really reading. He started twirling his pencil completely bored out of his mind. When suddenly he felt a hand on his shoulder and he jumped, pencil flinging in the air hitting the unsuspecting stranger in the head.

"Oww." Kate said rubbing her forehead. She'd just been hit in the head with Pogue's pencil.

"Oh my god. I'm so sorry Kate. You startled me." Pogue quickly apologized. Without realizing it he tenderly put his hands on her head and inspected her forehead. There was a slight red mark but no permanent damage. Then he realized what he was doing and looked down quickly. Kate was staring at him with a pensive expression on her face.

"Anything broken?" She asked trying to hold back her laughter.

"What? Oh, no. I mean, you're fine. Well not that I know if it hurt but you don't have any bruising or cuts-", Pogue continued to ramble until she gently removed his hands.

"It's ok. I'm still alive. I just wanted to ask you for a favor." Right then Pogue would have gone to the moon and back for her. Anything for her.

"Yeah, sure. It's the least I can do."

"I need to get a book that's all the way up on the top shelf and even with the ladder I can't reach it." Kate said pointing at the top of one of the stacks. Pogue followed her finger and realized she wasn't going to reach it on her own.

"No problem." He said and walked over to the ladder. He quickly climbed it and waited for her to point out which one.

"Oh, it's the big green one. Historical overview of Pre-colonial America." Pogue easily got it and brought it down to her.

"Here you go."

"Thanks."

They stood there somewhat awkwardly, Kate hugging the book to herself and Pogue ran his hand through his hair. He didn't realize that this caused the wife beater he was still sporting under his jacket to tighten and easily expose every single one of his abs. Kate glanced down and flushed noticing his incredibly cut body. She wondered how a guy like him didn't even have a girlfriend. In fact, she had never heard of him going out with anyone. Yes, she had listened to the gossip the way any girl does and had heard of his exploits with girls. Unlike Reid though, he tended to let them down nicely after a while. Still, she found it a little odd.

"K, well I'll see you around." Kate said and turned walking past a couple of tables to put the book next to the others she'd collected.

"Bye…" Pogue whispered, sure that she hadn't heard him. He mentally kicked himself. He'd had a golden opportunity to talk to her and he'd let it slip through his fingers.

Kate went into another set of stacks and pulled out another book from her list. She stepped on the little stool and was about to grab the next one when it wobbled and she felt herself falling. Before she hit the ground a strong set of arms wrapped themselves around her and held her close.

"Kate, are you ok?" Pogue asked with concern written all over his face. He barely had time to register the fact that he was holding the girl of his dreams and she had a surprised expression on her face. Where the heck had he come from?

"What? Yes, I'm ok. I guess it just moved a little and I fell." Kate explained trying to make sense of the situation. Boy am I a klutz. Then she realized he was still holding her tenderly.

"Are you sure?" Pogue asked again trying to reassure the both of them. The heat from her body was sucking him in and he unknowingly moved closer. Slowly he set her on her feet and she didn't take a step away. He loosened his grip but still steadied her. What is this feeling? He started feeling faint, almost dizzy from the feel of her in his arms. It was like she belonged there and he'd finally gotten a chance to be near her.

Kate began to feel her own body grow warmer from his proximity. She could feel the strength radiating off of him in waves. Those arms that were long and muscular could easily slice through water with powerful strokes and could just as easily hold her in a tender embrace. Why am I not moving? She found herself taking a half step closer as well. The pull was magnetic and they couldn't stop even if they had wanted to.

"Kate…" Pogue whispered again, one hand cupping her cheek.

"Mmhmm?" She asked leaning into his hand. Her eyes half closed and just enjoyed the feeling of his presence.

"I-" Before he could finish a voice cut him off.

"Ahem, Mr. Parry, this is detention not time for flirtations." The librarian interrupted. Pogue realized what he was doing and took a step back, his hand slowly releasing her but not before he lightly brushed her cheek.

"Right, sorry. She uh fell, and I just made sure she was ok." Pogue gave Kate one last glance and went back to his table to his books. Kate quickly gathered her own books along with her wits and walked out of the library. Before she went out the door she turned and saw Pogue looking at her, something akin to longing in his eyes. She took a deep breath and scurried out. Those eyes, they seemed different this time. She had noticed the looks he gave her when he thought she wasn't looking. They had always had a sense of longing but this time the longing was accompanied by something else and it had captured her attention.

Present

"Wow." Sarah said mock fanning herself. Kate had a small smile on her face as all the old emotions came flooding back. The excitement, the heat, the love. They coursed through her again, only stronger this time.

"Yea. That was one of the most intense moments of my life."

"So what else happened?"

2 years ago

A few weeks passed and Pogue couldn't shake the feeling of Kate in his arms. Not that he really wanted to but it was starting to consume him. All he thought of was her. At night she plagued him in his dreams and he'd wake up sweating and frustrated. When he'd see her in the halls there was a difference now. It was like an electrical pull was connecting them. They hardly spoke but the air was always charged. He wanted her. Not just physically but emotionally. He noticed a change in her too. Her school skirt had been hemmed a little higher, her long legs exposed even more. Her hair remained the same but on occasion it was swept back exposing her neck, tempting him. The looks she gave him were charged as well and she kept his gaze as if daring him to break it but he never did. The boys noticed as well. He zoned out when she was around not listening to anything they said and even becoming immune to Reid's nonstop onslaught. He wanted to talk to her, hold her again, kiss her, be with her. But she was always surrounded by others. Of course she was. She was the head cheerleader, beautiful, smart and rich. Not only that but she was a good person even if she sometimes allowed herself to be taken on the ride that her affluent life allowed her.

"You should talk to her." Caleb told him one day. He knew what Pogue was feeling. He could feel the tension rolling off of him in waves. The others had noticed as well. Tyler noticed him fidgeting in class, casting looks at Kate that at times were returned. He figured that if they didn't act on these feelings they'd both explode from the UST.

"Yea man. I'm starting to get sick of your puppy dog eyes." Although Tyler knew they were anything but. Pogue was more like a panther, ready to pounce.

"I want to but I don't know what to say. She just gets to me. I can't get her out of my head." He walked away going to the pool. Maybe he could work off his aggressions by doing laps.

After about an hour of nonstop swimming he got out of the pool. He was tired but less tense. He quickly showered and got changed. Helmet in one hand and bag slung over his shoulder he walked past the gym before doing a double take. There she was in all her glory. Going over the routine, her body was dancing and gliding gracefully along the floor. Two back flips later and she spun around in a perfect arc and her eyes landed on his. The hunger reflected in his eyes caused shivers to run down her spine. How could he do this to her? One look and she was quivering with unknown passion.

"Pogue, I didn't know anyone was here." Kate quickly went over the stereo and turned it off needing something to distract her. Pogue snapped out of his reverie but couldn't stop his eyes from traveling over her body. The shorts she wore barely covered anything and her tank top showed off everything to his hungry gaze. She felt his gaze and couldn't stop the blush from creeping up her cheeks. Still she lifted her own eyes and matched his gaze not giving in. Finally he blinked and broke the connection. All of a sudden he realized where he was and who was in front of him. He lost coherent thought and got shy again.

"Oh, no I didn't mean…I mean…not that you aren't talented because you are and I um was just back from swimming…and hmmm…" Kate had slowly walked towards him and covered one his hands with hers.

"Pogue?" She felt light-headed. His hand was sending sparks all through her body. Pogue snapped his eyes back up to hers and he was gone. Those beautiful brown eyes of hers reeled him and he couldn't look away.

"I- I need to uh be um…" He struggled to get words out. Her mouth beckoned him, her tongue peeked out and licked her lips. He almost lost it right there. God, she had no idea what she did to him. He was trying to think coherently but he couldn't. Not when she was this close and smelled this good. He moved closer and his arm encircled her waist pulling her flush against him. She let out a breathy little gasp at the sudden movement but didn't pull away. She couldn't either. Not even if she had wanted to.

"Mmm, I um…I…ah." This time she gasped out loud as he nuzzled her neck. It was a good thing he was holding her because otherwise she would have collapsed right then and there. Her hands clutched his jacket and her body broke out into goose bumps. Suddenly she felt a rush of air against her.

"I'm sorry. I shouldn't have…I need to go." With that he rushed out and jumped on his motorcycle speeding away. Kate remained rooted to her spot and finally managed to sit on the bleachers, her face flushed and her body felt like it was on fire. Oh, this is not good. She thought to herself before mustering the strength to gather her things and walk dazedly back to her room.

Present

"Jeez at this rate it's a wonder you ever got together." Sarah said. Not that it wasn't a great story but for goodness sakes they took their time. Obviously there had been a physical attraction there but maybe it hadn't been enough for both of them.

"Shut up or I won't finish."

"No, no! Please continue."

2 years ago

Monday morning brought bells ringing and students grumbling. Pogue was half listening to Tyler and Reid discussing Reid's latest conquest when he saw her. She was laughing with her friends and coming towards him. He started to sweat until she was close enough to really look at and she equaled his gaze. Suddenly he made a decision. He reached out and grabbed her arm. She was so startled by his boldness that she didn't fight back. He strode into an empty classroom and shut the door behind them. He didn't bother to turn on the light, the darkened sky outside calming him a little.

"Pogue?" Kate asked slightly unnerved. His face was partially hidden and she didn't know what to expect from him.

"You drive me crazy you know? I can't get you out of my head. Ever since I first saw you I knew." He'd moved closer, something akin to lust glinted in his eyes and Kate took a step back for everyone he took forward.

"Wh-what?" She swallowed heavily, her mouth felt dry. Her knees threatened to buckle beneath her.

"I dream about you, I think about you, I can't stop trying to look at you in school." By this time he was towering over her, one hand on each side of the wall. "I need you." He whispered his lips coming down to hers, gently teasing hers but never actually kissing her. She whimpered. Her heartbeat was off the charts and her body was sizzling. "Let me in." Their eyes locked and everything he felt she mirrored back in her own eyes. Pogue may have had his fair share of women but he would never take advantage of a situation. She had to be willing. However, he was on a razor's edge right now. He wasn't sure how much longer he could hold out. Her lips were pink and moist and just begging for his attention and boy would he give it to her. Kate tentatively leaned up and closed the gap between them. Their lips fussed together in a kiss that was just as passionate as it was fulfilling. That was all the invitation he needed.

Pogue deepened the kiss and Kate couldn't help the whimper that escaped her. Pogue used that as an opportunity to let his tongue play. Running it along her lips and into her mouth it tangled with hers. Kate wound her arms around his neck desperately holding on. His arms snaked around her waist and she molded herself into his body. When he let her up for air she was practically panting for it. Pogue kissed his way down her face and neck. He nibbled on both sides and Kate felt like she was going to pass out. Then he hit a really sensitive spot and she jumped in his arms.

"Aaah! Oh, my god." She couldn't help herself. These feelings he was evoking in her were new. Before she could even think about them he'd found her lips again and this time he kissed her with unbridled passion. Finally he pulled apart and looked down at her flushed face, swollen lips, and closed eyes. She was desperately trying to control her breathing.

"Say you'll be with me. I need you." Pogue asked her intensely his breathing ragged. Kate's eyes fluttered open and she knew right there in that moment that no other man would ever satisfy her hunger the way he could.

"I need you too." She answered and then pulled his head back down for another glorious kiss. They would have stayed there for hours just kissing if it hadn't been for the bell that broke through their haze.

"Guess we have to go." Pogue said not releasing her one bit.

"Uh huh." Kate replied going in for more of his lips. He responded and lifted her in his arms. She broke the kiss laughing. "What are you doing?"

"Holding you. Ever since I caught you in the library I've wanted to have you in my arms again. I'm not about to let you go again." Kate's smile was brighter than the sun.

"How much trouble do you think we're in for skipping class?" She teased him playfully.

"I don't know but it was definitely worth it."

AN: So should I continue?