So… I'm really sorry about this late update. I'll do my best to update every week or so. Please forgive me?

Eponine's POV

"I still don't see the point of me staying here," stated Eponine crossly as Enjolras walked her to his apartment, "First off, I'm perfectly capable of looking out for myself, and secondly, I'm worried about you."

"Why in the world would you do that?" retorted Enjolras.

"Like you said, Monsieur, you know how my dad behaves. If he found out where I was and that I was alive, he'd track you down and probably try to kill you," responded Eponine. He just didn't get it. When she was younger, she, Azelma, and Gavroche had all stayed out for a night. They just couldn't stand it that night. M. Thenradier had been yelling and cursing at them all. Then, he'd proceeded to whip all of them, excluding Mme. Thenradier. The three of them had gotten out of there like the house was on fire. When they'd come home the next night without any money, both of their parents had attacked them without hesitation. Eponine had taken the brunt of it, but Azelma's body couldn't take it. A week later, Azelma had died from infection. That was when Gavroche had left permanently. But Eponine couldn't leave. She had to keep her parent's anger on her, not Gavroche, otherwise they'd hurt him too. She couldn't bear the thought of losing another sibling. So, she stayed. She became the street rat that she was today. Stealing from others and giving the money to her parents. She did everything they asked of her except for one thing. She refused to sell her body. No matter what they did, she would never do that.

"Eponine? Eponine," Enjolras was shaking her. She realized she'd zoned out and was staring off into space.

"I just need to take a break, Monsieur. I was just thinking."

"Alright then, we're here anyway," as Eponine walked in, her jaw fell to the floor. The "apartment" was so luxurious. Enjolras laughed and led her to a bedroom that wasn't in use.

"What…How much money do you even have?" Eponine managed to choke out, amazed.

"Well, I got all of this before my parents realized they weren't sending money for my education. I always just used that as a ruse. In reality, most of the time the money went towards our revolution." Enjolras said, pleased with her reaction. Not that he'd ever show it. "Call me if you need anything," he continued, before leaving her there in the bedroom.

oOo

The next morning, Eponine awoke to the smell of something burning. What is that smell? she wondered. She walked out to the kitchen to find Enjolras attempting and failing to make breakfast. Eponine laughed out loud causing Enjolras to turn around. He was had an embarrassed look on his face. "Here, let me do this," Eponine told him, "Go organize. This place is a mess, Enjolras." Just then, Gavroche came bursting in.

"'Ponine, 'Ponine! Courf said I could stay over with you tonight! Can I? Please?"

"Why are you asking her, Gavroche? This is my place!" Enjolras said, slightly annoyed. Gavroche gave him pleading look. Eponine laughed.

"Just let him stay for one night, Monsieur, I'm sure it'll be fine. He can sleep with me," Eponine said, unable to resist Gavroche. "You'll be good, right 'Vroche? You won't cause any trouble, right?"

"Yeah! I'll be extra good, Enj. You won't even notice me." Gavroche said excited.

"What have I said about calling me Enj?" muttered Enjolras so Eponine could hear, "Alright, you can stay for one night."

"Great, I'll go tell Courf you said yes! See ya 'Ponine!" They watched as Gavroche sprinted out the door. Eponine turned around.

"Enj?" she asked questioningly. Enjolras groaned in response. "You know, it's easier to say that than Enjolras. I think I'll call you Enj from now on." She watched as Enjolras facepalmed. Oh she was going to enjoy this.

So, again, please forgive me, and please review. And thanks to OMG_Fangirl for being my first reviewer. I appreciate it!