Prompt: Emily surprises Ali in beacon heights by coming to visit for awhile and they have a cute reunion.

" Bye guys, have a great summer." Alison smiled at the young adults who mindlessly leave her lecture hall at Beacon Heights University, excitedly discussing their party plans for the months to come. Alison quickly heads towards her office as she is equally as excited to get home to her girl's. Her favourite part of being a teacher is having the summers off with Grace and Lily. Now that the girl's are four, there are so many more activities she can't wait to try with them.

Her mind wandered as she entered her office " If only….". She sadly put her bag onto the ground before screaming loudly.

She turned around to see a tanned brunette clad in army gear, sitting on the couch holding a yellow rose, a grin painted across her face from ear to ear.

" Oh my God!" Ali shouted as she jumped and straddled the brunette, her lips hitting Emily's so hard she swore they would leave a bruise.

Emily laughs as she stands up effortlessly lifting Alison with her, the blonds legs wrapping around the strong girl's hips as she gently pushes Alis back against the door to close it. After a few short kisses Alison backs up and whispers against Emily's lips.

" Is this real?" She asks quietly with tears welling in her eyes.

Emily nods before answering " yes" as a single tear falls down her cheek.

" For how long?" The blonde asks hesitantly.

" Forever." Emily chokes out as she gently lowers Alison to the ground.

She smiles warmly, " Take me home?" as her voice cracks.

Alison smiles and kisses Emily's lips as she moves backwards toward to her desk. " Let me just grab my things."

Emily nods and walks over to a shelf hanging on the wall, where a series of photos catch her eye. She runs her finger over the frames as she stares in amazement at how big her daughters have grown since the last time she saw them, she feels another tear run down her cheek.

Alison notices and walks over and wipes the tear away.

" They are going to

lose their minds when they see you." The blonde beams as she says the words. " Let's go home baby."

Emily smiles and follows Alison out of the office, as the door closes Emily makes one request.

"Ali?" She asks " Do you mind if we stop at the toy store quickly on the way home?"

Alison smiles and rolls her eyes.

" Yes, babe."

Emily dances in excitement thinking about finally being home, with her girl's, the place her heart has always been.