Thanks for the reviews, very much appreciated This chapter is also set in Dubai but the next one will be back in Wetherfield. I really want to push on with the storyline and explore Carla's relationship with her father and when Carla and Peter return it's time for Lila's christening.

Anyway, enjoy and please review! Thanks xx

A few days later and Carla and Peter are in their hotel room. It's evening time and Carla emerges from the bathroom in a fluffy white robe, walking towards Peter who is watching TV. Her hair and make-up is done to perfection and Peter can't deny she looks beautiful. Peter is stood in the kitchen area, dressed in a smart shirt and black trousers.

'What are you we gonna do tonight?' Carla asked, wrapping her arms round Peter.

'Well it's funny you should ask actually, we have reservations for dinner at a top restaurant.' Peter replied.

'Since when?'

'Since I went and asked the receptionist if there was a place suitable to wine and dine by princess.' Peter smiled.

Carla clapped her hands, laughing excitedly before running into the bedroom to change. Carla's mobile, which is lying on the kitchen counter, rings and Peter answers it.

'Hello?' Peter said.

'Hi Peter, is Chelle.'

'Oh alright? Everything ok?'

'Yeah as good as they can be in sunny Wetherfield. How's thing your end?' Michelle laughed.

'I can't complain.'

'You're a very lucky fella.'

'I am indeed.' Peter agreed.

'Anyway, is Carla there?' Michelle questioned.

'She's getting changed actually. Do you want me to put her on?'

'No, no don't disturb her. Just tell her I said hi.'

'Will do. How are the kids? I hope they're behaving themselves.'

'Course they are. Don't know where they get it from though, not when you and Carla are their parents.' Michelle teased, making Peter laugh. 'Simon's here with me actually.'

'Put him on.'

'Hiya dad! Are you having a good time?' Simon spoke enthusiastically.

'The best mate, it's brilliant here. But more importantly, are you having fun?' Peter asked.

'Yeah the lads are so funny and they're really good at football. We went to the red reck with Jaimee this afternoon.' Simon explained.

'Excellent!'

'Have you heard about Jaimee? She's back with Matt.'

'Yeah.' Peter sighed.

'Aren't you happy for her?'

'Of course we are.' Peter reassured his son.

'She's never been so happy in all her life, that's what she told me this morning.'

'Well you give her a big hug from me and Carla won't you? I've got to go now pal but I'll speak to you again soon.'

'Miss you.'

'Miss you too Si. See you soon, love you.' Peter replied.

'I love you too.' Simon said before hanging up the phone.

Carla emerges from the bedroom in a short, deep purple dress, showing off her tanned legs which seem elongated by her sparkly heels.

'How do I look?' Carla asked.

'Insanely gorgeous as usual.' Peter replied, taken aback by his stunning wife.

'You're looking rather handsome yourself.' Carla returned the compliment, running her hand over his shirt.

'I do my best.'

'Who was that on the phone?'

'Michelle. She said hi. And then she put Si on.' Peter said.

'Ahh how is he?' Carla asked.

'He's great, loving life with Jaimee and the lads.'

'Bless him.' Carla said 'So tell me about this place?'

'It's out the way a bit but it overlooks the sea and we can watch the sunset apparently.'

'Sounds like my kinda place.'

'Are you ready then?' Peter questioned, holding out his arm for Carla.

'I was born ready, baby.' Carla giggled, linking arms with Peter.

A couple of hours later and Carla and Peter are sipping their drinks; Carla has a red wine and Peter, a coke. They'd had a deliciuous three course meal adn were now relaxing in each other company, watching the sunset. Carla's mobile bleeps with a text and she looks at it, smiling.

'Who's that?' Peter asked.

'Michelle. She must be round Jaimee's. Look at this photo she's sent of Simon and Lila.' Carla said, holding out her phone for Peter to see.

'Aww how did we get blessed with such beautiful kids eh?' Peter smiled.

'Someone up there obviously loves us more than we think.'

'Here, send that to my phone will ya? I wanna make it my wallpaper.' Peter said.

Carla quickly sends the photo to Peter before looking at him, as if she wants to say something important.

'Peter...' Carla said.

'Yeah.'

'Lets do it.'

'What?'

'Lets have another baby.' Carla said.

'Are you sure?' Peter asked, astonished.

'Our marriage is even stronger than it was when Lila was born. I know we can do this and like you said, we made a beautiful little girl. It'd be a crime not to do it all over again.' Carla explained.

'You have made me a very happy man, you know that?'

'Not as happy as you make me. You saved me Peter. The whole thing with Frank, it would have beaten me, I know it would, if it weren't for you. You never judged me or gave me that sympathetic look I hate so much, you were just there.' Carla said, a hint of sadness in her voice.

'We might not have started our relationship in the best way but it's all worked out hasn't it? Our family, this holiday, it's like a dream.' Peter said, cheering his wife up; he hated seeing her sad.

'It's everything I ever wanted. You're everything I ever wanted.' Carla said, leaning across the table to kiss Peter before turning her attention back to the sunset. 'Just look at this view, it's incredible. You know, we're definitely gonna have to come on holiday here again. Si and Lila would love the beach and there's plenty of fit blokes around for Jaimee.'

'Well if things go well with her and Matt, they might choose to come here for their honeymoon.' Peter said.

'Oh god, don't even suggest it.' Carla groaned.

'Why?' Peter asked.

'She could do so much better than that scumbag.'

'You loved him before all this stuff with Sam happened.'

'And then he broke my daughter's heart. He can't expect to be let off the hook just like that. I mean, they might be happy together for now but poor Harvey's been left on his own.' Carla said, protectively.

'He was a bit of an idiot though wasn't he? And not really Jay's type.'

'Oh you know that daughter of mine, she'll settle for anyone just so she doesn't have to sleep on her own at night.'

Another hour has passed and the happy couple are now strolling along the beach. Carla has taken her heels off and Peter is carrying them for her.

'Hey maybe we'll have a boy this time. That'd be great wouldn't it? Two brothers to look out for Lila. It'll be like Jaimee and the lads.' Peter said, excitedly.

'Aww yeah that'd be cute.' Carla grinned.

'I've got loads of names in my head. None for a girl though.' Peter said.

'Hold your horses Mr; you haven't even got me pregnant yet.' Carla couldn't help but laugh.

'I know I'm getting carried away. I'm sorry.'

'It's ok. I think it's sweet.' Carla reassured him.

Carla stops in her tracks and gives Peter a mischievous look.

'What's that look for?'

'I still haven't got my revenge for the other day.' Carla said, smirking.

'Oh no, don't you dare.'

Carla pushes Peter back into the sea, prompting him to fall onto his back. She is laughing uncontrollably until Peter reaches up and pulls on her arm so she falls on top of him. They smile of each other and begin kissing passionately. The sea washes over them, soaking their fancy clothes, but right in that moment, nothing could distract them from each other.