Helena left her work place during lunchtime, heading to the hospital to pay Ashlee a surprise visit. On the way to the hospital, she stopped by at The Planet to grab some lunch for Ashlee and herself.

She was sitting at the counter, placing an order for take out. Just then,

“ Hey Helena! “ Alice plopped down onto a seat next to her, pulling Tasha along.

“ Oh, hi Alice. Hi Tasha. “ Helena smiled brightly at the both of them.

Tasha smiled back while Alice nudged Helena, “ Someone’s in a good mood today. “

“ Yes Alice, someone’s in a good mood today. “ Helena responded laughing.

“ Here’s your take out for two ma’am. “ The waiter interrupted, handing Helena a paper bag.

“ Thank you very much. “ Helena said.

“ Take out for two huh? Is it for Ashlee? “ Alice teased, emphasizing on Ashlee’s name.

“ Who’s Ashlee? “ Tasha asked.

“ Oh. She’s just someone who I set Helena up with. And Helena’s really thankful about it. Right? “ Alice teased again, this time, causing Helena’s face to redden.

“ Yes, thank you so much. “ Helena thanked Alice again.

“ You’re welcome. “ Alice laughed.

“ Oh, oh! Before I forget, Bette’s returning from New York in a week’s time with Jodie, I think. So anyways, we’re planning for a dinner party here and it would be great if you turn up. Bring Ashlee along too. I’m sure everyone would love to meet her. “ Alice continued.

Somehow Helena wasn’t ready to see Bette after their brief relationship, which happened a few months back. It hurt her a lot when Bette left for New York for Jodie, but the thought of Ashlee attending the dinner party with her had chased away her insecurities. She knew that she got over the entire Bette situation and she knew that Ashlee loved her as much as she loved Ashlee too. And so, Helena agreed to turn up at the party with Ashlee. With that said, Helena droved off and headed to the hospital.

Helena arrived at the hospital, making her way to the reception. She approached a man dressed in a white doctor’s coat.