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Five months.
It’s been Five months since Stiles and the rest of the pack went back to college for their second year. Not a lot has happened, Beacon Hills has been a pretty quiet place. Apart from a few omegas roaming in here and there. Derek is living in a house he had built on the Hale property, big enough for the whole pack plus extra. Currently Isaac and himself were the only ones ever home.
Home.
Derek had a home and a pack, a family. Isaac stayed in beacon hills and takes online college courses, it’s easier for him. Isaac didn’t want to be around a bunch of people who aren’t pack. Although Derek thinks it is partially for his benefit too. Winter break starts tomorrow and everyone is on their way home. Derek finally has a sense of relief knowing everyone will be together again. Stiles was the first to arrive, late that night. Isaac ran to the door, grabbing Stiles in a huge hug. They said their hellos before a reluctant Isaac let go and came back to sit next to Derek on the couch.
“Hey big guy ” Stiles said happily, “Are you okay? ” he asked.
Derek raised his eyebrow questioningly.
“He has been this way since you guys went back, ” Isaac supplied.
“What way? ” Derek questioned looking down at himself. Derek knows he lost a little bulk and has gotten a little thinner. He hasn't been eating as much. He was currently wearing a pair of sweatpants that were riding low on his hips, and a white tank top. His hair was a mess and he hadn’t shaved in awhile. He hadn’t seen the point.
“Sometimes it’s hard when the pack gets separated for long periods of time. ” Derek confessed.
“ Well then it is good that we are going to be home for a month, but Derek you look like you are in serious need of a good shower, shave, and a meal. Go get get in the shower and i’ll make food for the three of us.” Stiles sighed, worry clear on his face.
Without hesitation Derek listened. Isaac and Stiles just looked at each other.
“ I think he will be happier now that all of you are coming back, i’ve been keeping Scotty updated on him, I was really worried there for a little.” Isaac sighed. “ I hope he will be okay,” Stiles said getting up to go to the kitchen.
Stiles never thought Derek would be that upset. Stiles missed everyone like crazy while away, especially derek but it looked like Derek was an absolute mess without pack. Stiles could understand that even if it wasn’t fully the same for a human. Stiles tried not to let himself get emotional thinking about it.
Isaac yawned coming into the kitchen behind stiles, “ I think i’m going to go to bed, save me some please?” “ Of course. Goodnight buddy.” Stiles replied.
Stiles made something quick, and right as it got done Derek appeared in the Kitchen looking much better than he had. He shaved and had a fresh pair of sweats on. His hair was still wet, dripping slightly on his bare chest. He had lost a little wait but nothing to be worried about yet anyway thankfully.
Stiles couldn't take it anymore as he placed the plates on the table, he walked over to where Derek stood by the door frame and pulled him into a big hug. Derek almost flinched at first before letting a small whine escape his lips as he hugged stiles back tight.
“ I missed you so much, I’m glad you’re okay” Stiles confessed.
“ I missed you too,” Derek replied instantly, a little muffled in Stiles neck. Stiles pulled him closer if it was even possible.
“ Next time you feel this way, please call me, i’ll answer no matter what. You are more important to me than anything Derek, I’m serious” Stiles said voice wavering, as he pulled back to look Derek in the eyes.
Derek couldn’t reply right away so he just nodded, pulling stiles back into their tight hug. “ I promise,” He whispered.
He kissed Stiles neck lightly, Stiles gasped a little.
“ I love you Derek, I always have and i always will,” Stiles said cupping Derek's face and leaning in to kiss him before he lost the nerve. “ I love you,” Derek whined against Stiles lips.
They kissed a few more times before pulling back to catch their breathe.
“ Let’s eat quick and then we will go cuddle.” Stiles smiled wide. Derek nodded smiling for what felt like the first time in forever.
Derek was truly happy.