Gemma had left Bette at 10.30am for her meeting with Jessica Felix, the new hip artist in London, She wished that Bette could have come to Pollys to pick Scout up but knew that this was not possible this was one thing she needed to face alone, a million thoughts across Gemmas mind, How would Scout react would seeing Polly be too painful the journey took less time than she thought as she got out of the chauffer driven car and walked towards the studio apartment building where Polly lived, before Gemmas flight took off from the US to England she had gotten a call that Polly was home, and that she could Pick Scout up from her, in her mind she wished that she had to pick Scout up from some little office in London, so she didnt need to face the one woman that broke her heart her mind and her very soul.

She tapped on the door and waited for Polly to answer, the Blue door opened and Polly greeted Gemma
Hey you The woman smiled she had long brown hair and Brown eyes, her lips a blush red and was tiny in statue, Gemma smiled she felt her heart beat faster and her checks blushed, the voice of the woman that stood before her made her tingle, and it seemed like she had never been away, it was like three years had never happened and now Gemma was home from a very long business trip, Gemma focussed on the fact that this was not the reality and took a step back
Hi Polly, may I come inside? Polly sensed the tension in Gemmas voice she knew every gesture by the sound of her voice, Polly always knew when something was on her mind, it was always in the tone of her voice, or by looking into her Blue eyes to this day Gemma was still the love of her life.

Gemma stood awkward wondering what she should say, but words escaped her mind, of every thought she had ever had in the past escaped her mind, she always imagined that she would make some witty comment which would make Polly laugh, and it wouldnt be this hard, Polly looked at Gemma and smiled
Its not that hard is it Gem, remember when you couldnt go twenty minutes without phoning me on the phone? Gemma smiled at the memory the two woman had known each other since they were thirteen, Gemma could still hear the first sentence she had spoken to Polly So is it Like Polly as Polly put the Kettle on, but you havent heard that twenty times today already the thought still made Gemma smile.

Gemma shut the door behind her and walked into the open space, which was a kitchen and living area in one, this had been there home for five years and Gemma had bought the place as a studio for Polly to practice her artwork, but they soon had other ideas when Polly suggested that they renovated the studio into living areas, Gemma smiled at the thought, the night they decided Gemma and Polly made love in every room till the sun rose which they watched rise on the balcony.
Its not that hard Gemma, cut a long story short as much as I hurt you, you are still our babies Mummy and she needs you for a while, your Mum told you I was ill Gemma nodded at her question
Well basically I have been drinking, and I got so drunk the other night, I got rushed into hospital and had to have my stomach pumped, the doctor has advised me to get help, so I am going into a rehab centre starting from tomorrow
Gemma looked at Polly and noticed the tears forming in her eyes, When did you start drinking so much Polly? Gemmas mind thought, could she have been there helped her more

Gemma I know what your thinking and none of this is your fault, this is about me and my demons, Gemma some days it is so hard waking up and not having you besides me, and then Scout will rush in and smile and its you, that makes the days a little better, but then Scout will go to bed at night and I will be alone again Gemma placed her hands in her jean pockets and smiled I miss you every minute of every day Polly, you are my soul mate but maybe it was not the right time for us, who knows what the future may bring Polly walked over to Gemma and kissed her lips gently and pulled her in for a tender hug, a goodbye hug that came to late,
Scout is drawing you a picture in her room, go and say Hello, Ill get her coat and bags ready for you Gemma kissed Polly on the cheek and walked towards Scouts room.

The door was slightly open and Gemma watched Scout colouring the picture she had drawn, Scout was concentrating and did what Polly always used did, her head was slightly to one side and she was frowning with the concentration, Gemma knocked on the door and Scout looked up at Gemma, the child studied Gemma this made Gemmas heart flutter it was like she fell in love instantly with her daughter
Hey Scout May I come in The child recognised the voice put couldnt place the face, You remember me dont you Scout we talk on the phone most nights? Scout smiled
Yeah your Aunty Gemma, but is it ok if I call you GG? the Blonde haired little girl replied, Only I have an Aunty Gemma and Ill get confused Gemma laughed
Yeah sure Scout thats fine you call me whatever you wish, so has your Mummy told you that you will be coming to stay with me for a little while? Scout nodded still colouring in what looked like a dog; Polly walked into the room and saw Gemma kneeling besides her daughter like a stranger.

Scout baby can you go and get your coat on, its nearly time for you and Gemma to go! Polly looked into Gemmas eyes Gemma knew that the very thought of not seeing her daughter was going to kill her more than anything in the world
Sure Mummy, but this is GG not Gemma? Scout ran out of the room and towards the couch where her blue jean jacket lay
Sorry she has a fascination with shortening names at the minute, Gemma promise me you will take care of our baby? Gemma nodded and took Polly in her arms trying to comfort her,
Polly I promise, I will take the best care of her and I will get her to phone you three times a day, I have friends and we will be fine trust me remember this is me your talking to! Polly hugged Gemma tightly and whispered into her ear
Gemma I will get better for you and our Baby she kissed Gemma and backed away,
Right Scout you all ready, now I want you too be a good girl for Gemma ok, I will speak with you every day now you need to go with Gemma, and catch your plane Polly took the little girl into her arms and kissed every inch of her Daughters face, Mummy dont squeeze me too hard Ill pop Polly handed Gemma Scout, and Gemma realised this was the first time she had held her baby, her heart sang from the thought, she couldnt believe how amazing she was,
Gemma I have only packed a few clothes, I thought it would be best for you to buy her new, her favourite teddy is in her rucksack, dont forget she is allergic to penicillin she doesnt eat cheese and anyway I wrote a note its in the suit case with contact numbers etc, take care of her Gemma Polly looked at her daughter, Gemma knew it would be best to leave now before Scout realised how upset her Mummy was
Ok Scout kiss your Mummy goodbye Scout leaned over and kissed Polly
Love you Mummy Ill phone you later, dont forget to tape me Eastenders Gemma laughed and so did Polly, she knew that Scout had probably over heard Polly say the same thing, Gemma grabbed Scouts limited belongings and walked out of the apartment, she placed all luggage into the boot and sat Scout in her booster seat,
Scout I wont be one Minute Gemma ran back towards the apartment door, and opened the door, she grabbed hold of Polly and embraced Polly
Polly I will take care of her, and when I Get back home I will arrange for you too come over, the have the best rehab clinics ok, you will only be away from our baby a week at the most
Gemma you dont have to do this Poly responded but her heart was screaming with joy,
Look Polly, to help you to recover more, its best if you see Scout so thats the end of it ok Gemma kissed Polly and hugged her for the last time
Ill see you in a weeks time ok take care Polly, Polly watched as Gemma walked towards the car and climb in at the side of Scout, Scout waved franticly and blew kisses throwing them in the direction of her Mummy, Polly knew Gemma would Scout more than was possible and maybe Gemma could learn to Love Polly again.


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Bette walked across to Gemma and Scout in the airport, she had checked in and her luggage had been taken in ready for the flight.
Hello little madam Im Bette, Gemmas friend so you ready to board that big plane, and meet some new friends? Bette asked talking to Scout like she had known her all her life, Scout placed out her hand to shake Bettes
Hi Bette, Im Scout but this isnt Gemma this is GG and Im ready little madam so lets go Gemma laughed as she scooped Scout into her arms, the three woman walked over to the boarding gate, Bette was going home to her Tina, Gemma was taking her daughter home for the first Time.