Allie Novak sported a smile huge and radiating like the Sun. From what she could tell and what she have heard, the trial was a success. Mister Jackson talked to few people before escorting her away and he said that according to them Fergusson has lost it after being confronted with Bea. That is why she haven't been in the courtroom during her testimony. Shame! Allie would have loved to watch her face while telling the jury about how she was attacked by that psycho. Ahh hell, this is great outcome too!

The whole ride back to Wentworth was pleasant, actually pleasant is an understatement, Allie was ecstatic. Of course, she was! She woke up with the only thing in her mind – revenge. As she was dressing for the court, she thought about what will happen next. If she will be able to find the strength to move on. She was hoping that being moved back to the general will help a little. She couldn't wait to see the girls. This day will be emotional in so many ways. They will be in shock, in the last weeks she was anxious to meet them, she was worried how they will welcome her back from death. Today it doesn't matter. She got to spend one and a half blissful hours with one and only Bea Smith.

Bea Smith who was alive and gorgeous like ever. Allie groaned. She was in such a shock to see her. It wiped her mind. Otherwise, she would have asked mister Jackson to snap a picture. Bea is gorgeous in teal or in white, even more naked, but damn that black pantsuit. Allie knew that the mental image of those tight pants and white shirt with a blazer will be imprinted in her brain forever, but she would love to have at least one picture.

She smiled, life is full of surprises. The day which should have been one of the worst in her life turned out to be the best. The van stopped at the back door, it was time to go.


Allie has been waiting for the governor for good fifteen minutes now, usually, she wouldn't mind. After spending three months in protection, seeing anything but the bare grey walls, is great. Not so much today, it was a long and emotionally draining day. First learning that Bea is alive and now anticipation to see the girls. It is overwhelming, but at least now it all looks better and brighter. In the morning she was thinking about how the girls will have to help her get through this, she promised Bea never touching the drugs again and she wanted to honor that even after her "death", but she is not naïve. She knew she would have needed help with that, but now that is the last thing in her mind. Instead of asking for help, she will be the one bringing the good news and hope for the others.

The door opens as Vera Bennett walks in.

- I'm sorry for making you wait, I just came back from the court myself, had to put myself together. – she walked around the table to sit across Allie, their eyes locked.

- I'm really sorry for not telling you. It was the safest thing to do. I know it is not a consolation, but we really just tried to do the best we could. I kept any contact on the minimum with both of you.

Allie just nodded. It really doesn't matter now. They are both alive, that is what matters, those three months of pain were forgotten as soon as her eyes laid on Bea.

- What will happen now?

- I wanted to wait and see about the court ruling, but it is not really necessary anymore. After that explosion and meltdown Fergusson have had when she saw Smith, it is obvious that she is not a threat anymore. With all the evidence and psychological assessments she went through in last weeks, she will be locked up with minimal access to the outside.

- That sounds good, but what about Bea?

- As I said, I wanted to wait but it is no reason to do that now. I will start the transfer process right now. It can take few days, but she will be back as soon as possible.

- What about me?

- You can join the general right as you leave from here. I don't think that you are in danger. There were some changes while you have been under protection. Security is much tighter on both sides. I mean, there was sweeping between guards too and altogether, rules are very strict now.

- Do the girls know?

- No, they don't. You can tell them about Bea now, it is finally over. I will let you know when she arrives.

Allie nodded. Vera Bennett has changed since she spoke to her for the last time. God knows if for good or bad, but she was different.


It was just twenty minutes before dinner when Allie Novak walked into the H1. She walked into her old cell placing the box with her stuff on the bed and slowly looked around. It felt so familiar yet it felt like a lifetime when she called this cell hers after Bea managed to move her to H1. She remembered that day clearly as it would have happened today. She felt so lost, helpless and alone when Bea found her in the yard grabbed her elbow and told her to follow her to get her stuff because she is moving to her unit. Allie assumed it was just pity and Bea's drive to keep everyone safe and mostly off drugs.

Just later when she found herself trembling in Bea's strong arms she knew this is not just some pity or charity. Her body sensed love radiating from Bea in strong waves. Every whisper, every small caress, the way she holds her everything was charged with love and affection. Allie could feel it in every cell of her body, that was what made her pull through. She smiled, how strange that those painful memories are suddenly good ones. The door was closed with a loud thud, bringing her back to the present.

Allie followed the retching sound, it led her into Maxine's cell. The door was slightly ajar. What to do now? She had no idea what would be the best way to let them know about her presence. Probably there is no right way to do this. She slowly opened the door, finding Maxine clutching the toilet while Booms tried to comfort her.

- Are you two alright? – she asked simply. Two heads turned towards her, their faces blank first – their brains not being able to process the information and then shocked – mouths agape, eyes going wide.

- Allie? – Maxine whispered.

- What the fuck? – Boomer not so gracefully fell on her ass. Allie smiled at them.

- How are you doing Maxine? You look good.

- You are alive? – Boomer stated. – How? What is going on?

- That is a long story, I will tell you that when everyone is here.

- Alright, I will call everyone. – Boomer jumped up gave her a fierce hug before disappearing. Allie took Maxine's hand and helped her up. They hugged for log minutes before Allie said quietly.

- She is alive Maxine. – She looked at the tall woman standing in front of her. – She is alive too, we both are.

Maxine gasped in shock and covered her face hiding the emotions which were quickly overwhelming her.


Wentworth inmates had no idea that an old friend, for some enemy, just have arrived. They were having lunch, going about their business as usual. Bickering and laughing in the dining hall. Nobody knew what a special day it is, except for H1. Liz, Booms, Sonia, Doreen, and Maxine were anxious since the last night. They had just three days to wrap their heads around Allie and Bea being alive and well. With Allie it was easier as she was there, they saw her and hugged her. Witnessed how she was welcomed with the others, everyone happy to see her again.

Allie has quickly found ground under her feet back in Wentworth. She had no time to be overwhelmed. Wednesday, the first full day back she cleaned her cell and made herself home. Of course, she had a lot of visitors so she spent a lot of time repeating how she spent the last three months and everything she knew about the trial. Yesterday she spent all day cleaning up Bea's cell. Scrubbing it from the floor to the ceiling. She got Bea's favorite tea and some other treats, she wanted the best welcome for the woman she loves so much.

Not bothered by anyone thanks to the lunch time, Bea Smith walked into Wentworth without notice. Guards were informed about her arrival in the morning, so they had time to calm down after the first shock. She was led to the governor's office. They were talking with Bennett for over an hour now. Discussing everything from that tragic day to the trial and the transfer. Vera was surprised that Bea is not angry at all for being kept in the dark, especially about Novak's death. She said that she understand why they have chosen this route to make sure they are both safe.

They have talked and agreed on few things. Like for example that the governor will give her two weeks to settle and to assess the situation about how the changes improved or not the safety in the prison. The first time they were really honest with each other. Bea said she has no problem with lagging anymore, she will tell everything important to Vera as far as she keeps Allie safe. It was no brainer, getting back her top dog position and embracing it is the least she can do to keep Allie safe. The deal was easy and simple. Governor Vera Bennett has one thing to do, to keep Allie Novak safe and in exchange Bea Smith will make sure everything runs smoothly between inmates. She gets a free hand as far as no one dies or ends up in hospital – to that Bea said, there are no promises. It is not her fault that some people are thick and can understand common sense just with broken bones. Vera even agreed to that. So, now she was walking to H1 after long three months and few days.

Nothing has changed here - at least not from the outside of course. The cold grey walls are always the same, never showing any evidence about how the people and lives changes within them. Bea Smith was surprisingly calm when she rounded the corner facing block H1. All she felt was just a big deep hole inside of her chest which has to be filled with one Allie Novak. Her eyes slid over, Liz and Doreen sitting at the table and over Maxine, Sonia, and Boomer sprawling on the couch, locking on the young blonde curled up on the armrest behind Maxine. She was resting her head on her hand visibly being somewhere else in her mind.

- Bea! – Boomer has been the first one to spot her.

- Oh god! – Maxine exclaimed jumping from the couch, followed by the others. By the time Bea walked to the table she was surrounded by crying women hugging her from left to right.

- Smith, - the guard said handing her a box with her stuff.

- Let me, - Doreen said taking the box from him, taking it right into her old cell. Bea hugged and squeezed everyone. Her eyes always landing on Allie who was standing now in front of the couch, watching her with teary eyes. Bea smiled at her and then turned her head to face Maxine.

- It is so nice to have you here again Bea! Can't believe that you are both here!

Bea returned the hug and then pulled away. She looked around and smiled at those happy smiling crying faces. It is crazy that in a place like this she was able to find friends like this.

- It's nice to see you all and it's nice to be back. I know you have a lot of questions and that you want to make sure I'm ok. – she said with low voice. - So, yes, I'm alright, but as you thought that I have been dead all this time. I thought that she was. – She pointed at Allie with trembling hand. – I need her now.

- That is alright, love. – Liz said. - No worries, we were prepared. Allie said that we have to be patient at least for one week before she will share you with us.

Allie moved towards Bea.

- Actually, I said it will take a year, but they think I'm joking. – their hands intertwined as soon as they could reach for each other.

Allie softly pulled her towards her old cell. Bea turned back from the door.

- Thanks for the welcome, I will see you all tomorrow.

As soon as she closed the door behind herself and turned around she felt a pair of arms wrapping around her neck pulling her to a warm body. Bea nuzzled into the young woman's neck circling her arms around her holding her close. She took few deep breaths letting her lungs being filled up with that intoxicating scent, then she pulled away just to take Allie's face between her hands.

- I love you. – she said with strong and firm voice. Her eyes never leaving the blue ones. Allie tried not to break down but the feelings were too overwhelming. Being back in this cell, with Bea being very much alive, holding her and confessing her love in such an undisputed manner. It was just simply too much. Her knees wobbled. Bea was not strong enough to hold them both, so she pushed her towards the bed.

When Allie felt as her legs hit the edge she lied down pulling Bea with herself. She moaned as the older woman instantly pressed her lips to hers kissing her gently, but passionately. Allie felt her chest swell with emotions, so many of them bottled up for a long time. Havoc in her head and her tormented soul has been calmed by the lips slowly playing with hers. Bea sucked her bottom lip before licking the upper one, her tongue sliding easily into Allie's mouth immediately brushing and caressing hers. The blonde gave out a moan which came straight from her soul, she wrapped her legs around Bea pulling her close desperately clinging onto her. God knows how much time passed when Bea pulled away, just to look at that sweet face below her.

- I love you. – she whispered smiling. It punched Allie right into her chest. There was no chance for her to stop the tears running now freely down her cheeks.

- I love you too, so much! – Allie's hands caressed Bea's cheeks lovingly before pulling her down for more kisses.

Bea shifted her weight to the right, sliding her body down on the bed and wrapped her arm around Allie. Her head found its place on the younger woman's chest and she smiled contently.

- I had a gun. – she whispered.

- What?

- In the courthouse.

- What! How? Why? – Allie stirred wanting to jump up, but Bea kept her in place.

- Do you really think I would let her walk away alive after what she did to you? There was a gun hidden in the toilet. If he…, if they wouldn't have told me that you are alive. If we haven't met before the testimony. I was ready to kill her. I still am.

- Bea, no more shit, please! Bea, I'm begging you! Please, let's make this just about us. Let's make some nice bubble for us, just me and you, please.

Bea nodded and kissed her. She didn't want to say it loud, make it a promise she can't keep. Wentworth is a bad and dangerous place. She will have to put herself together quickly. There will be hours and days spent in the gym, few people will get hurt, some maybe even get killed or placed into permanent medical care. But that is not something Allie Novak should worry about. Allie will have her bubble, Bea will make sure of it. She screwed up once and it almost cost her everything. That won't happen again – ever!