A/N: This is a new story I'm hoping to write on what I want to happen after the time jump minus all this 'he's after you' nonsense. This is just a trial and if I get enough reviews etc I shall continue with it :) Also, as this is my version of events it was actually Emily who asked everyone back to Rosewood, not Alison AND I have no idea what Dr Rollins' first name is so I just made it up.

*Emily's POV*

I always thought coming back to Rosewood would be a good thing. Now that A or Charlotte has stopped tormenting us it means Rosewood is now a safe place. 'A reinvented place' I think to myself as I look at the streets and there's a new bar, The Brew looks like it's had an extension and there's also a new sports centre as you come in to Rosewood. But unfortunately I'm not here for anything good as I'm returning to say goodbye to my father, who sadly passed away. Unbeknown to my friends, it actually made me have a change in career choice and I'm planning on telling them later today. But first, I must get through one of the hardest things I will ever do.

Pulling up outside my home I instantly feel overwhelmed with emotion as my mom is sat on the steps waiting for me, nothing different from all the times I've come home over the last five years except my dad is not sat next to her with his arm around her shoulder. I instantly ran up to her, keys still in the ignition of my car and the door still wide open. I pulled her into my arms and just stayed there. Over the past week I've cried enough times to fill The Mississippi River so I simply have no more tears to shed.

'Taking the keys out would be a good idea Em, unless you want a car parked in your living room again' a voice sounded as I heard my car door close.

'Hanna! This is not the time' I heard another scold her.

I turn around to find Hanna and Spencer stood wearing all black, a small American flag in their hands and both carrying a reef of flowers.

'Hey guys, thank you for coming' I said, breaking from my hug with my mom and heading over to two of my best friends. They both instantly pull me into their own hug.

'I have a feeling I'm going to be all hugged out today' I sighed, I really wasn't looking forwards to saying goodbye.

'You'll be fine, we are all going to be there to support you. Aria is coming it's just her flight got delayed'

'Thanks guys I really appreciate it' I say as we all walk into my family home. I really meant it to because these women are my rock and they have been since I can remember. As we enter my house I see the furniture has been moved around and there is a buffet of food set out on the dining table. I go up to my old room to get changed into my outfit I'm wearing for the funeral and I can't help but feel emotional as I look at my bed. The exact spot I sat when I told my dad I was gay. I glance at my windows which had maximum security so he knew I was safe. I look at my wall full of pictures from my childhood and there's one which stands out the most. It was the Christmas when I was 7 years old and dad had surprised us on Christmas Eve. Mom and I were completely oblivious as we thought he was still in Afghanistan but as we were outside laying the reindeer dust on the grass our very own Santa came down the pathway to our home. Seeing him there was the best present I could ever ask for and knowing that he won't be surprising us anymore at Christmas is absolutely devastating to me.

'Emily?' My mom asked, peeking her head around the door being careful not to startle me. But as soon as she saw the tears flowing down my cheeks and the picture in my hand she was by my side with her arms around me.

'Hey hey sweetie it's okay, let it out. Shhhhh, that's it. You know your dad will be very proud of you'

'I can't believe he's really gone mom' I cry, my face buried into her shoulder.

5 minutes had past and I really needed to get ready. I pulled away from my mom's arms and she instantly wiped the tears from my cheeks before kissing my forehead. 'I love you, and so does your father' she smiles weakly before walking out. I wipe my eyes once more before getting into my black dress and heels and head over to the mirror to sort out my make-up and hair. Leaving it in its natural curls, I apply minimum make up to my face before staring blankly into the mirror. I sigh deeply, straighten down my dress and head downstairs.

As soon as I reach the bottom I see that Aria has arrived and is now catching up with Spencer and Hanna but I can't help wonder where Ali is. I haven't spoken to her in almost a year. When we left for college we all kept in touch talking every day and then Ali slowly started to not talk as much. I know she had a lot going on, she took Charlotte under her wing and her and Jason helped give her the family she never had and she juggled that with getting a degree at Hollis. The last time I saw her in person was 2 years ago when we all met up for thanks giving dinner. As much as she had grown and matured she seemed a little distant. After that, she completely stopped talking to us, or so I thought.

*Hanna's POV*

'Spencer what the hell are we meant to say if she asks about Ali?'

'Hanna calm down, does she even know Ali is going to the funeral?'

'I don't know but if she doesn't it's going to be a big shock when she sees the huge rock on her finger. What do we say? Or yeah Em we forgot to mention Ali got married and you weren't invited' I whisper but kinda shout, a shouting whisper.

'We don't know for sure that Ali didn't invite her, we all know Em has been MIA recently maybe she didn't receive the invite' Spencer says, holding her mug of coffee close to her lips, sipping in between sentences.

'I am not getting the blame for this when she finds out.'

'Why would you get the blame?'

'Because I'm Em's best friend. Let's face it you ship team Hannily more than team Spemily' I say, raising an eyebrow.

'Not true but continue'

'And when she finds out we went to Ali's wedding without even telling her or asking her to go with us, I just feel it will all come back on me. You're technically her sister anyway so you had to go.'

I tut when I hear her sigh, why can't she just accept I'm right for once.

'Han, Aria didn't go either it wasn't just Em, and besides I didn't know you were going and you didn't know I was going. It's not like we arranged it'

'True...' I say, my thought line cut off by the door bell ringing.

'Aria! How lovely to see you' Pam says as she opens the door.

'Thank you Mrs Fields. I'm sorry for your loss'

'Thank you dear but please call me Pam' she smiled, welcoming the small, now blonde, woman into the house.

'Omg you look amazing look at your hair' I say, walking around her taking in her new look. Spencer was first in with a hug before pulling her into the room for a catch up.

*Emily POV*

'Hey Em, how you doing?' Aria said, making her way over to me with her arms out once I reached the bottom of the stairs.

'I wish people would stop asking' I sigh.

'Sorry, I know you must be sick of it' she says pulling away from our hug and giving me a weak smile.

'Yeah, I mean what do people expect me to say? I'm so happy I could dance around the rooftops'

'You ready? The car is outside' I hear Toby say. He's dressed in a police uniform but one they use for ceremonies, much like the one my dad wore for our father daughter dance at high school. I smile weakly at him.

'You scrub up well' I smile. He smiled back before Caleb came up behind him dressed in a black suit. As I stepped out onto my porch the car was parked outside with my father's coffin inside. The coffin itself was covered by an American flag but beside the coffin was white flower reefs which spelt out 'Wayne Fields'. Stood behind the car was about 20 military personnel all dressed in their uniforms and in front of the car was a military marching band. I grabbed my mom's hand as we made our way behind the vehicle. The procession from our house to the Rosewood church had all our close family and friends following the car. There was mom and I, Hanna and Caleb, Spencer and Aria. As Toby was part of Rosewood police, he had to go separately, and there was all the rest of my close family. The marching band began to play and we all made our way to the church, residents on the street clapping as the car went by as a sign of respect to my father.

'Here' I hear someone say, before I find a tissue being passed over my shoulder. I turn around to see Spencer smile weakly at me. I didn't even realise I had tears rolling down my cheeks. As we arrived at the Church there were several people from emergency services, including Toby, and the military stood saluting the car as it came to a stop. Walking up the steps to the church, I could see that it was full inside and something inside of me really wanted to go in and see if Ali was there. If there is anyone I need right now it's Ali. Her smile, her presence, her laugh. I need her because I know she can comfort me and make me feel better.

'I need to sit down' I mumble, rapidly climbing the steps.

'Hey it's okay, we'll come with you' Hanna says, linking her arm with mine as Spencer, Hanna and I make our way into the church. I quickly look around, searching for the blonde hair or blue eyes I've craved to see so much but I see nothing. There are a few blonde people but not the blonde hair I've loved since I was 14.

'Who are you looking for?' Spencer asked.

'Ali, why isn't she here. I thought my mom invited you all.'

*Spencer's POV*

'Maybe she is busy or ill. I don't know I've not spoken to her in ages.' Hanna says, rather quickly. I glare at her because she has just blatantly lied because we saw her 2 weeks ago at her wedding in this very church.

'I need air' Emily says, holding her head and walking outside.

'Hanna what the hell are you playing at'

'I'm sorry I just freaked out. Is Ali even back off honeymoon?'

'I don't know. God this is so messed up' I sigh. But then, my attention is brought to the far side of the church where Ali is sitting with none other than her new husband.

'Hanna, Hanna. She's there' I say, frantically tapping her arm to get her attention.

'Oh god. We need to tell Emily. I can't stand this' Hanna said, walking outside to find Emily.

'Hanna stop! Are you really prepared to drop that bombshell on her minutes before she's going to say goodbye to her father' I practically dragged her arm back.

'Yes I am because it's something we should have done 2 weeks ago.' She said walking out of the church door. I quickly shuffled through all the people blocking the aisle and I made my way down the steps to Hanna who was now feet away from Emily sat on a bench.

'Emily, we've found Ali she's inside' I hear Hanna say. I look at Emily and her eyes have lit up, a small smile creeping on her face. Even after all these years I knew she still loved Ali and I know deep down Ali loves her. When we said goodbye outside Ali's house before we went to college I could see the love in their eyes when they looked at each other, and how they always held hands was not a coincidence. But, they both refused to bring it up to one another and look where they are now. She's going to be heart broken.

'But we need to tell you something...' Hanna continued. Oh God, I'm not ready for this.

'Emily, Ali is married' I said simply.

A/N: Thank you for reading! If you want me to continue with this story please let me know and please review I'd love to know what you think. :)