Disclaimer: I do now own Hart of Dixie


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One month had passed and Zoe was well on her way to recovery, her facial scars had healed nicely and she was enjoying the slow life while waiting for her ribs and lung to mend. She was even back at work for a couple hours each morning. Zoe started her usual stroll from the practice to the Rammer Jammer. She had made it a habit to stop in for lunch on her way home after work. The town was in full preparation for the BlueBell Ball that was on later that night. Everyone had their dresses picked and the hair salon was fully booked out. The town was buzzing with excitement.

As soon as she entered the Rammer Jammer her eyes locked with Wades. They both grinned and remained eye contact as she walked closer.

"Doc" he said as he put an iced tea in front of her, as if he was waiting for her to arrive. "Whatcha feel like today?"

She patted her belly "Just a garden salad please, cannot have anything too heavy if I want to wear that dress later"

The place was busy and Wade didn't have time to chat with Zoe like he usually did. They had grown close again since the accident but nothing had progressed any further. He had been so helpful and caring, moving her back into the carriage house once Lynley had vacated and driving her into Mobile for her follow up appointments.

The salad was long gone. She had stayed longer than she should've and the place was starting to quieten.

He finally stopped by her table for more than a minute and took a seat opposite her.

"Busy busy" Zoe commented.

"Can't say no to them, we're going to be slow tonight."

"Do you want to go together... Makes sense to share a car..."

Wade scrunched up his face "I ain't going doc, I don't balls...Plus everyone else wanted the night off so someone has to keep this place going"

Disappointment washed over her. She sat back in the chair. "Oh, that's too bad"

"But hey, come by later for a drink."

She shrugged and stood up "Yeah sure, maybe.. Well.. Have a good night Wade"

"You too Doc" he said watching her leave.

She began the daily walk back to the plantation. What should have taken less than 30 minutes had started taking nearly 2 hours as every man, woman and their dogs wanted to stop and chat. Zoe loved them all and was so happy to see they all cared about her well being but it was really starting to cut into her nap time. She politely repeated the same answers to them all and tried to carry on her way after a appropriate time.

"OMG Zoe, I'm so excited about tonight. Aren't you? Maryellen's mom has hired a limo for us. A real limousine Zoe! It's going to be the greatest night of my life." Rose said as she ran up to Zoe in the Town Square. She was talking 10 times faster than normal and Zoe had trouble keeping up.

"That sounds amazing Rose."

"You know what else would be amazing. If Frederick Dean asked me to dance."

"I'll put $100 bucks on it that he will! I'll even give you the cash upfront."

"Oh my god I'm so nervous. Everybody is going"

"Not everybody" Zoe muttered. She had lost all interest in going to the Ball now that she knew Wade wasn't attending. Why didn't she ask him weeks ago? Maybe he would've made an effort for her, she thought. It's not like he was a mind reader and knew how she felt. Though you didn't have to be a scientist to see sparks were flying between them again.

"Earth to Zoe, hello"

Zoe snapped back to reality "Sorry Rose, what were you saying?"

She smiled "Never mind, I have to get going. I'll catch you at the dance yeah?"

"Absolutely" Zoe said with a big smile "I can't wait"

Zoe finally made it to the carriage house. She was exhausted and decided to curl up as best she could for a quick nap. She woke feeling refreshed but the excitement for the night was still lost. Carefully applying her makeup she then swept her hair into a low, one sided messy bun. Her dress was a full length, empire waisted, black evening gown with a deep v neckline and spaghetti straps that crossed over the back. Finishing with a clutch bag, jimmy choos and diamond stud earrings she was ready to hit the town... as much as a person with broken ribs and a punctured lung could..