A/N: I decided to start a new fic, which is going to be Pretty Little Liars based. I really enjoyed writing this chapter, so I hope people enjoy reading it and want me to continue.

Time Is All We Have: Chapter 1

7 years. 7 years without ever returning to town. 7 years without ever seeing her old friends. Her best friends. But most importantly, 7 years without A. Life for Emily was amazing. She attended UCLA just after high school ended without even a goodbye to her old life. She now lived in LA coaching a high school swim team. Her dream. All she ever wanted was to move on from this messed up town, but now something drew her back.

Her father had passed away. She knew she had to come back, but all she felt was hatred for herself when she stepped foot into Rosewood. She never once visited her parents within those 7 years, but did call them a couple of times a month. She never got to say goodbye to her dad, and he was nothing but supportive with her life style.

She wiped a few tears that fell from her eyes, as she gathered up the courage to knock on the front door to her old house. The house that held so many memories from 7 years ago. Within ten seconds, the door opened. Her mother seemed surprised at her presence, but immediately engulfed her in a hug.

"Oh Em. I'm so glad you're here baby." Emily just nodded and hugged her back tightly.

"I'm so sorry mom." She tried to hold back her tears.

"Shh. It's okay. None of this was your fault. You have your own life now, and that's okay." Emily just nodded and walked into the house. She looked around and smiled at the fact that everything was exactly the same. "Your room is just the way you left it." Her mom spoke.

"I'll just go settle in. I think I'm going to look around town for a bit. I need some time alone." Pam nodded understandingly.

As Emily stepped foot into her old room, she took a breath and saw that everything was in fact the same as it was before she left. She smiled at the picture frame on her bedside table. It was a picture of her, Spencer, Hanna, and Aria on there first day of high school. She really did miss her old best friends a lot, but she was pretty sure that she wouldn't be seeing them ever again. They were all probably onto bigger and better things just like herself. She just hoped that they all weren't as lonely as she was.

Emily decided it was time to look around Rosewood for the very first time in 7 years, so she quickly refreshened and informed her mom that she was heading out. She contemplated taking her car, but figured that walking would help her clear her mind.

X.

Emily stepped into the all-to familiar restaurant she used to go to, The Grille. The first thing she noticed was how crowded it was. It never used to be this crowded. She also noticed that there was a stage where a stool and a mic stand were set up. She shrugged it off. It's been a while, so of course things have changed around here. She walked up to the hostess and asked for a table for one and was immediately seated near the corner of the stage. She ordered a long island iced tea, because well, she was now 25. Her drink came a couple of minutes later.

"Thank you." Emily smiled.

"Will that be all for you?" The waitress asked politely.

"Yes, thanks. Is there gonna be a show here or something?"

"Yes. Actually, I think she's about about to come on, so enjoy!" The waitress said as she walked away. Emily looked towards the stage curiously. The lights dimmed, and a figure stepped on stage holding a guitar. She couldn't really make out the face yet, until she sat down on the stool. Emily's mouth went agape.

There, sitting on the stool, was the one and only Hanna Marin.

"Hi everyone!" Hanna said enthusiastically. "So, this first song I'm going to sing is by Florence and the Machine. It used to be my favorite. I hope you like it." Emily recognized the song as soon as she started to play it. It used to be one of their favorites.

Regrets collect like old friends

Here to relive your darkest moments

I can see no way, I can see no way...

Emily was an awe. Hanna was amazing. Her voice held so much passion and emotion. It made her feel it too. Hanna hadn't seen Emily in the audience yet. Emily had a smile on her face as Hanna continued to sing.

Our love is pastured, such a mournful sound

Tonight I'm gonna bury that horse in the ground

So I like to keep my issues drawn

But it's always darkest before the dawn

Shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, ohhh

And it's hard to dance with a devil on your back

So shake him off, ohh woa...

The audience clapped and cheered as the song ended, and Emily did the same. Hanna stepped off the stage with a giant smile and made her way through the crowd, towards the bathrooms. Emily instantly got up to follow her. She opened the door to the woman's bathroom, and saw Hanna fixing her make up in front of the mirror. Some things never change. Emily went behind Hanna and tapped her on the shoulder. Hanna turned around and almost dropped her lip stick.

"Em-Emily?" Hanna looked at her, and then hugged her so tightly that Emily couldn't breathe. "Oh my god. I can't believe it's you. Wow you look so hot! And mature. Wow. Oh my god." Hanna was rambling excitedly by now, and Emily hadn't had a chance to reply.

"Han. You're choking me." Emily laughed. Hanna shook her head in disbelief.

"I just can't believe it's actually you, Em. I've missed you."

"I know." Emily smiled softly. "I've missed you too. And wow, you're so talented. That." Emily pointed towards the door. "Was so amazing." Hanna blushed.

"Thanks." Hanna said bashfully. "I perform here on tuesdays and thursdays unless I have any other gigs." Emily looked at her proudly.

"I never knew you could sing like that." Hanna smiled in response.

"How about you? What are you up to these days?" Emily cleared her throat.

"Well, I live in LA working at a high school as a swim coach."

"Em! That's amazing. I knew you would be doing something you love." Emily smiled at that. "So what brings you back?" Emily's smile immediately faded, and Hanna noticed. She placed a soft hand on Emily shoulder as she waited for her to reply.

"Um. My dad. He- he passed away." Emily looked at her feet, and Hanna took in a deep breath.

"Oh, honey. I'm so sorry." Hanna whispered as she hugged Emily softly. Emily just nodded and held in her tears. "If you need anything, anything at all, I'm here."

"I've missed you so much." Emily whispered.

"I know. Me too." Hanna whispered back as she was still holding Emily. "Tell you what. I'm going to give you my number, because I have to get back on stage. I want you to call me tomorrow, whenever you're ready. We can hangout and catch up some more before you had back to LA, okay?" Hanna looked sad as she mentioned LA, but Emily just nodded in agreement.

"Okay. Good luck out there." Emily smiled softly.

"Thanks. Take care of yourself, Em. I'll see you tomorrow." And with that, Hanna was out the door. Emily should've been feeling sad about her father, but at that moment she seemed to forget all about that. Emily was smiling because of Hanna. She was so glad she ran into her.

A/N: Hope you enjoyed! Review! :)