Shannon watched her as she unpacked her clothings and placed them neatly in a pile. For most part, he was happy that she was back home with him.

It was nothing but Hell for him since she left him behind to fend for himself. It wasn't that she was dependent on him, it was just that they've been best friends for so long that he couldn't find enough strength to watch her walk away.

Watching her pack her bags broke his heart. He remembered persuading her not to leave behind the company she loved and had passion for.

He remembered so clearly pleading her, almost begging her not to leave him behind.

"Stay," he whispered as a tear glidded down her rosy cheek.

She shook her head and whispered, so softly. "Goodbye."

And with that, he watched her shadow disappear right before his eyes.

He couldn't hate her for leaving. No, he could never find it in his heart to be angry at her, much less have any hate.

Maybe the only reason why I couldn't hate you was because somewhere along the line, I've fallen in love with you.

He watched as she pondered before she decided which clothes she's wear for later tonight.

The Core Group (and Beth) were bringing her out for dinner, as a welcome home party. She sat on the corner of the bed, smiling at Shannon who was by the door frame, arms folded and smiling right back at her.

"Thanks, for letting me crash here." Her words brought him somewhat back home to reality.

"Its no big deal. You're always welcomed around this part of town," he replied with a soft chuckle.

As they both made their way back to the living room, they could clearly see Matt and Jeff fighting over the television controller.

Over in the corner, Shannon noticed Beth shaking her head. She finally stood up, her figure looming over the bickering Hardys.

"Will you just give me that?!" she finally screamed and switched to some reality show. The Hardys seemed to be content with her decision and sat back quietly.

"I'm really glad you're back. We've missed you," Beth spoke when she noticed that they've been standing there all along. "On another hand, I'm glad you're back so you can help me prevent this three dumbasses from killing each other." He heard he laugh wholeheartedly. He smiled and put a hand on her shoulder, ackowledging what Beth had said to her.

Ashley missed all this; North Carolina, The Hardy's fighting over the silliest things, Beth having to play mummy and the familiar surroundings she's grown to love. Most importantly, she missed her best friend; Shannon Brian Moore.

She skipped past Shannon and Beth and took a seat in between the Hardy's. She listened closely as they told her all the latest news that's been happening. She took in a deep breath and joined in the fun before relegating herself and closing her eyes.

I'm home.