We are nearing Bo and Lauren's meeting, but this chapter there is no Lauren but don't get frustrated with me. I promised next chapter will be quite interesting as the build-up to their meeting will come to pass. Still I hope everyone who is still reading my story will like this chapter even though Lauren is not in it. But fear not...Cheers! Let me know what you think.

Chapter Ten

Bo was standing at the front doors, wondering if she should knock. It wasn't as if she never stood in front of these doors before, but everything was different. Outside of the house looked the same, in fact, a lot of things looked normal, but she knew that the picture held memories that once were, but were no longer the same. It was a sad notion but she had learned to accept it. She learned to accept Tamsin once again when she befriended her again during their stay in Africa and she knew she would have to start all over again. Tamsin didn't know that life Bo led before, she only knew the Bo now. It was now or never, so Bo knocked twice and waited.

"What the hell, oh thank God," Tamsin said happy, grabbing Bo into a huge hug. "You're alive, Bo."

"Did you expect me six feet under?" She smiled. Tamsin was so happy to see her new friend that she lost all senses. "Are you going to invite me in?"

"Where's my manner, of course come in to my humble home." Tamsin was beaming bright as she let go of Bo. "How did you get out? Why didn't you ring me in you cow?"

Bo thought about it for a moment. She couldn't exactly tell Tamsin that one minute she was in dire straight and next she was on some airplane heading to Toronto. "I managed to escape. It wasn't easy. Sadly not everyone one got out alive. I'm sorry I didn't ring you earlier but I wanted to surprise you. I hope you don't mind me just showing up on your front doors."

"Of course I don't mind. I'm just so glad you're safe and in the flesh." Tamsin smiled widely. She was really happy that Bo was back in her life. In truth she missed Bo, missed their long talks and her wicked sense of humour.

"How are you Tamsin? How's life back home?" Bo smiled, remembering the happier times when she was alive.

"I am good these days," Tamsin said. "Still suffering from morning sickness but I'm happy, and still pregnant." Showing off her belly.

"Do you mind?" Bo asked if she could touch Tamsin's stomach.

"Of course," Tamsin replied. "Let's sit down first. Your feet must be tired." Bo placed her hand on Tamsin's stomach and smiled. It felt nice being back even if it wasn't her old life. And even though she had no idea how long she would be on Earth. Her consolation was Tamsin and the fact that she thought she was supposed to help her. Why would she be at Tamsin's house if she wasn't helping her, but how she thought? Tamsin seemed stable. She had Evony and they were going to have a baby. How was she supposed to change her course? What needed to change? She hope it had nothing to do with her pregnancy. She still couldn't come to any conclusion but then she would worry about that later.

"I admire you're ability to become a mother. I would love to have loads of babies one day." Bo said, grinning.

Tamsin looked up in surprise and she was dying to know if Bo was interested in women. She needed to know, it was driving her crazy not knowing. "You want to get married one day Bo," Tamsin asked casually.

Bo smiled she knew what Tamsin wanted to hear. She toyed with her when they were in Africa. In fact, she didn't know how honest to be with Tamsin. She wasn't a stranger, she was someone in her previous life and it was hard not being honest with her. "Tamsin, if you, eh….are trying to figure out if I play for the other team, you might as well just come out and say it." Now it was Bo's turn to make Tamsin blush, and blush she did. She turned all shades of red.

"I….er….I don't know how to respond to that. I suppose you caught me." Tamsin grinned.

No leaned over and whispered, "Well, all I can say is I find women irresistible and soft, but I've had my share of men. Although, if you ask me, I see myself settling down with a woman." She thought about Lauren and when they first met. She was dating some guy, but the minute her eyes met Lauren, she knew she had found her soul-mate. But things didn't turn out as planned as and she became best mate with Lauren and the rest was history.

Tamsin smiled. She was right. She was going to enjoy telling Lauren how right she was. "Good, I'm glad. I knew there was a reason that I found you interesting."

"Careful, I might think you're trying to hit on me," Bo giggled. "And if you weren't pregnant I might just take your offer because babe, you're bloody gorgeous." She winked over at Tamsin.

Tamsin blushed red again. "Bo, you're a terrible flirt. Are you going for a record, making this pregnant woman blush more often than she's used to? I bet you make many women blush."

"I've had my share but none can compare," before Bo stopped herself from revealing too much. "You are brilliant Tamsin, are you sure you're Computer Forensic?" Nikki teased. "I would have tagged you for a blush artist."

"Much prefer to work with computers than people." Tamsin said, "But enough about me, more about you. Are you staying long? What are your plans? Where are you staying?"

Bo didn't know how long she was staying. It really depended on her mission. "I'm not sure yet. But for a while I think. I'm planning on renting out a place. You know anyone looking for short term renters?"

"I might. A friend of mine is leaving for New York in a week time and I'm sure I could convince her to rent her loft out to you. She had some renters but that deal fell through the last minute."

"Good, then I must meet her," Bo replied.

Tamsin smiled. "In fact, she's having a party this weekend. If you don't have any plans I'd love if you'd come as our guest."

"Oh, I don't want to pry. I'll probably feel out of place." Bo replied, trying to make some excuse. She wasn't even sure who Tamsin was referring to, but if they were friends of Tamsin then the likelihood of Bo knowing her was probable.

Tamsin pouted. "Bo, come on, this is a good opportunity to meet others. Do it for me?"

Bo grinned. Just like Tamsin to pour on the charm. "Okay, for you then. But I might need a favour for doing this."

"Great, you'll love the people and the atmosphere. There's someone I'm dying for you to meet. She can be restless with her heart but I think you two will hit it off." She said thinking about Lauren. For some strange reason she wanted Lauren to meet Bo. She didn't understand why, except that she though both women would compliment each other.

Bo raised a brow. "You wouldn't be trying to set me up already, would you?"

Tamsin laughed. "No, I wouldn't do that. She's a good friend of mine, but sadly she's straight. Although, I think you two would make a wonderful pair."

"I'm sure," Bo laughed along with Tamsin wondering who it was.

"I'm really glad you are here Bo. When I left I was stricken with the thought that I left someone important to die." Tamsin said, looking down.

Bo lifted Tamsin's head. "You did the right thing, remember," Bo pointed at her growing belly. "You were with child and there's was no way that I was going to let anything happen to you."

"Why Bo, you sound as if you care," Tamsin teased. It was nice having Bo around. She really did miss the long conversation when they were in Africa together. She still had this feeling that she knew Bo. Everything flowed, and she couldn't understand why Bo's eyes affected her. She feared that maybe she was falling for Bo, but it wasn't that, it couldn't be. It was something that she couldn't explain. It was like she knew Bo in a previous life.

Bo toned changed into a serious one, "Of course I care. I feel that we have become close and you're the only pregnant lesbian that I know," Bo joked. She couldn't tell Tamsin that the real reason why she felt so emotional bonded with her was that she already knew her.

"Oi, is that supposed to be a compliment?" Tamsin pouted.

"Now where is this partner of yours anyhow," Bo inquired.

Tamsin was so involved with Bo and having her around that she completely forgotten about Evony. "Actually, she's doing some errands. But she should be back soon. I want you to meet her. You'll get along nicely."

Bo smiled weakly. She had to pretend that she didn't know Evony. It was getting easier. She wondered if Lauren was still in Tamsin's life. How much actually changed was something that she would find out. "That would be nice."

"Why are you being difficult about this?" Tamsin spat back.

"I'm not being difficult but I don't know this woman at all and you want her to stay with us for a while." Evony said. In fact if she was honest, she was jealous of this Bo Dennis person who seemed to do no wrong by Tamsin.

Tamsin rolled her eyes. "She came all this way to see me and I'm not going to turn her away. She's looking for a place to rent and I'm hoping that Kenzi will be able to rent her loft out. It would only be for a short while." Tamsin pleaded. She didn't understand why Evony was being demanding. She could be so selfish a times.

"I understand your kindness but I don't want some stranger staying at our home if I don't feel comfortable with her presence around. Don't I have a say? Have you forgotten I live her too?" Evony said her nerves frayed.

"Bo's not a stranger and of course I haven't forgotten but that's not the point. What do you mean you don't feel comfortable?" Tamsin questioned. "You think Bo's going to steal our silverware? And can you lower your voice before you wake her."

Evony ignored Tamsin's remark as she went to sit down on the sofa. "Can't she just stay at a hotel or something? Why do you always have to be so bloody nice all the time?"

"This is what I do. We agreed that our home would be open to anyone in need, and that includes Bo Dennis. Listen, I don't know why you're making this into something bigger, but she was there for me during my stay in Africa. I feel like I owe her my life and you stand there looking at me with disgust. Well, I don't give a damn, Evony for being selfish." Tamsin said angrily, going into the kitchen to check on her muffins.

Evony knew she was probably being overly sensitive but she felt threatened by Bo's presence. She knew it was wrong but she couldn't help what she felt. She didn't like the strong bond that was developing between them. "Can't we discuss this further?" Evony said, entering the kitchen, a sweet aroma permeating the air.

"What's to discuss?" Tamsin said avoiding Evony's eyes. "Cleary you don't want Bo to invade your precious space, so go, go and tell her the reasons why you don't want her to stay with us." Tamsin was livid. Why was Evony so against Bo staying with them. "She means something to me and I don't expect you to understand this, but I'm standing here because of her. She was willing to give her life for me and I will not turn my back on her."

"Tamsin, it's not like that. I'm sorry." Evony said. She knew she was losing the battle. "I don't want us to fight and if it's that important having Bo stay with us until she can find a place to move in, then I'm sorry for being an idiot." Evony explained. She didn't like arguing with Tamsin, especially since she was pregnant.

Tamsin grinned. "So, you've come to your proper senses?"

Evony pouted but continued, "Okay, but promise me that it will be a short stay. I don't know why I'm agreeing but since you seem to think I'm being insensitive I'm going to trust you know what you're doing."

Tamsin grinned. She was happy that Evony came to her senses. She didn't want Bo in some hotel. In fact, it was nice having Bo around. She was sure that once Evony allowed herself to befriend Bo, they would be good friends in turn. "Babe, you're doing the right thing. You'll get along great. You seemed to like her at first glance. It will be like having a family member staying over."

Evony wasn't appose to having Bo in her home, but she didn't want this Bo character to get any ideas in her head. What if she was attracted to Tamsin? Evony played scenarios in her head and the more she thought about it the more it made her nauseous. Was she making a terrible mistake by allowing Bo to stay or was she overacting? Just how close did they get in Africa? Deep down she knew Tamsin would never betray her.

Bo stood on top of the stairs listening to Tamsin and Evony argue about whether she should stay. She felt bad and didn't want to put any strain on their relationship so she decided she would try to find a hotel to stay until things got sorted. It was better than getting cold vibes from Evony. She understood why Evony was being defensive but she really had nothing to worry about. Then she remembered why she wasn't that fond of Evony when she was alive. Still, Tamsin was her friend and she didn't want to makes things complicated. She was after all here on a mission and she was struggling with the notion that she might never find out who she was to help. Was she to help Tamsin and Evony? She decided to get a head start as she made her way down the stairs.

"Morning," Bo tried to smile. She didn't want them to think that she overheard their conversation.

"Morning Bo," Tamsin smiled. "Would you like to join us for breakfast? I made some carrot muffins."

"It smells wonderful but I'm going to have to pass." Bo replied.

Tamsin frowned. "You think I'm going to poison you with my cooking."

Bo laughed. "I thought I was being polite by not accepting, but if you want to serve me a hard muffin then that's your poison."

Tamsin pointed her fork towards Bo with a motioning gesture. "Hard you say, eh, well then you won't mind me poking your skin with my fork," She grinned, joking along with Bo.

Bo was about to reply when she saw the cold stare from Evony and thought best to keep her humour in check. Evony never did have a good sense of humour and that was one of the reasons Bo wasn't too keen on her. "How about you save a few muffins when I come back, but I need to run some errands this morning. I should be back mid-noon."

"Do you want a ride in," Tamsin asked. Evony faced turned red with annoyance. Why is Tamsin offering her services she thought?

"That's okay. It's a lovely morning and I thought I'd walk into town," Bo smiled. What she really needed to do was, or rather, wanted to do was check out her past. She wanted to go through her old life and get some sense of what she was to do. She needed to know how much had changed. Not knowing was driving her mad and Uriel wasn't exactly being a helpful angel.

"Okay, but don't forget, the party's tonight." Tamsin said. She sensed Bo's changed demeanour. Bo seemed to want to get away. Did she overhear their conversation? No, she couldn't have. She would worry about that later.

Bo sighed. She really didn't want to go to some party. What if she ran into someone she knew? Who was this friend? Would Lauren be there? And if so, how would she react? Thoughts raced her mind. "Would you be offended if I said that I was thinking about not going?"

Tamsin shook her head. "Bo, we discussed this earlier and it's going to be fun. I promise."

"Well don't push the woman if she doesn't want to go love," Evony said, trying not to sound annoyed.

Tamsin turned her head and gave Evony a stern look before replying, "I'm not pushing Bo, I just want her to enjoy her stay and get to know people."

Bo knew that this conversation could get ugly so she decided to go. What would be the big deal? "You're right Tamsin. It will do me a wealth of good."

"Good," Tamsin said relived. "It's settled then."

Bo was walking aimlessly, thinking about Lauren, Tamsin and wishing she wasn't back on Earth. This mission she was on was hard and she felt confused and alone.

"Bo," a soft voice replied.

Bo jumped. "Shit, you have a nasty habit of catching me off guard," She replied, feeling slightly annoyed with Uriel. "Could you, give me a warning before you give me a heart attack."

Uriel smiled. "Sorry, but I wanted to see how you were doing."

"I thought you were watching my every move," She replied sarcastically.

"Nice try, but I am a busy angel," Uriel grinned. "I know where you're going and I don't think it's a good idea."

"What, you could read my mind," She replied suspiciously. Uriel shook his head. "I just wanted to see old familiar ground."

"You need to keep focus Bo. Remember why you're here."

Bo shrugged her shoulders. "Yes, yes, why I'm here. To change someone's course. It's all coming back to me now." She said mockingly.

"Bo," He said not amused.

"I know Uriel, you don't have to remind me," She said loudly before she realised that an old woman was looking at her strangely. Then she realised that this old woman couldn't see Uriel and she probably thought she was mad or something. "What? Haven't you seen someone talk to themselves before," Bo replied rudely to the old woman who looked shocked before walking away quickly.

"Well, that wasn't a polite thing to say, Bo," Uriel said, with a stern look.

"Well I wasn't going for polite. You're just going to have to trust me Uriel. As you mentioned, I'm going to have to figure things out for myself." She sighed. Why did things have to be so fucked-up.

"You're not alone Bo. I am here if you need me. Just give me a whirl." Uriel said, giving Bo a nudge.

Bo knew Uriel was doing what he could. She knew he didn't have all the answers either. The big man upstairs only knew. "Uriel, I'm afraid I won't know what to do. And if I do accomplish my mission then will I become an angel like you or will I get into Heaven."

"I'm really sorry Bo, but I can't tell you that. Even if I knew, I wouldn't be able to tell you. Everything has a purpose and so will you in the end." Uriel said, trying to reassure Bo. In fact, he really didn't know what would become of Bo once she completed her mission. He had an idea but really wasn't sure.

"Great, what could be more fascinating than being brought back to Earth and sent on a mission I clearly have no idea about? But all is fine, don't you worry, Uriel my boy." She said, frowning, feeling bitter about the whole idea."

"Try to stay focus," before Uriel's voice tailed off and he was gone leaving Bo standing idle on the street corner.

Bo sighed then decided she was going to see her old apartment. If she couldn't check-up on Lauren then she would do the next best thing.

"Excuse me," Bo smiled as she caught falling boxes dropped by someone trying to juggle a far bit amount. "Do you need help?" she laughed. Bo bent down to retrieve the boxes that lay spread on the floor and was hit precariously by a fallen book. "Ouch." Bo stood straight and came face to face with a pair of beautiful blue eyes looking down on her.

"I'm really sorry," the woman replied horrified that she accidentally hit this rather tall stranger.

That's when Bo realised who she was talking to. It was Clio the woman that she met at Tamsin's party. She smiled. She remembered their brief encounter and wondered why she never pursued her. Of course she knew why. She stood there staring at Clio that she didn't realise that she was talking to her. "Sorry, did I miss something?"

Clio smiled. This woman was gorgeous as a pair of warm brown eyes reflected back at her. "I wanted to apologise for hitting you with my book. I seem to have my hands full at the moment, but that was nice of you to offer help," Clio replied staring intently.

"That's okay," Bo acknowledged. "You looked like you needed an extra pair of hands. You live here? I used to live her once." She said, remembering her old life.

Clio frowned. She was hoping that this woman would be a neighbour, not someone passing through. "Oh."

"You should think twice before carrying such a heavy load. You could seriously hurt someone," Bo said, in a joking manner. To her surprise, Clio's face turned red with anger. She didn't realise that Clio would be offended by her remarks.

Clio thought that this woman was judging her and it made her angry, turned to face Bo, replying angrily, "Well I didn't ask for your help in the first place. You shouldn't judge someone so quickly. Now if you don't mind, I have things to move."

Clio said grabbing her things as she started to walk away leaving Bo dumbfounded.

She stared down at the floor, stunned, in confusion and shock. "There's no need to be like that," she spoke loudly through the hallway. "I meant it as a joke and I'm really sorry if I offended you. I guess I was being too straight forward. Again, I'm sorry for the misunderstanding."

Clio continued walking down the corridor, but turned quickly before putting down the boxes. "Wait," she called, "I'm sorry, I shouldn't have snapped at you like that. I guess I was overreacting."

"No, don't apologise," Bo replied walking towards her. "I was in the wrong. Let's start this over again, okay. I'm Bo Dennis." She held out her hand and waited for Clio to accept it.

"Nice to meet you Bo, I'm Clio," she smiled warmly, wondering why she reacted that way. Here was a beautiful woman offering her help and she almost sent her away.

"Nice to meet you Clio," Bo smiled back. "Do you always explode at people like that?"

Clio smiled apologetically. "Not often, no. I suppose you hit a nerve. I'm really sorry for acting like a spoiled child."

"Listen, the offer still stands, if you want a hand with your stuff," Bo added. "I don't have anywhere pressing to be if you don't mind putting up with stranger with a sharp tongue."

Clio looked at her in amazement. "That's really nice of you to offer especially after I almost bit your head off and considering we're complete strangers."

"I know how annoying and troublesome it can be moving. I find it a chore myself." Bo replied, thinking that Clio wasn't a stranger at all, at least not in that sense.

"I guess you're right," Clio agreed. "Still, it's nice of you to help."

After a while Bo and Clio managed to move the boxes into her apartment. It was a small apartment, but it felt cozy.

"Well, that was fun," Bo observed, glancing at Clio. She seemed more beautiful now than when she first met her at Tamsin's party when she was still alive and before her life changed.

"Liar," Clio returned with a short laugh. She wanted to know more about this Bo Dennis. And judging by the flirtation going on, she suspected that Bo might be interested, but she was going to play it safe.

"You've got a beautiful smile, you should wear it more often," Bo said, toying with Clio. "I have to say you have beautiful eyes."

"Thank you," Clio replied, a little embarrassed. "Well I'm glad you didn't say like I looked like a frog or something."

Bo laughed, running her fingers through her hair as she stood at Clio's front door. As much as she was beginning to enjoy Clio's company, she didn't want to lead her on the wrong path. A little flirting couldn't hurt she thought. What's wrong with a shag if both parties agreed, but she wasn't under any illusion that it could lead into something more. She was after all, on a mission and life on Earth was technically over for her. Still, she could at least have some fun.

"I'm really sorry about before, it's just, I'm not used to having people do stuff for me without a motive recently."

"Really, why is that?" Bo asked, surprised.

"I'm just not very well-liked at the moment," Clio said without further elaboration. Bo didn't push the point, but she couldn't understand what could possible make Clio not a likable person. Maybe she broke a few too many hearts? Who knew and who cared.

"I was wondering if you wanted to go to a cuppa or something. I wanted to give a little back for your kindness." Clio offered. But she really just wanted to spend more time with Bo. She wasn't about to let a good catch slip away. She wanted to find out more about this mysterious woman who was her saviour.

"Yeah, that'd be excellent," Bo accepted. She had time to spare and what would be the harm. "I hope you don't mind me saying this, but you're so beautiful."

Clio blushed. Her hands felt a little sweaty. Bo's words made her stomach turn. She stepped closer to Bo. "I know this might a little forward, but fancy a shag?" Clio said boldly.

Bo smiled. At least she could still feel. "I thought you'd never ask." And with that the two women headed towards Clio's bedroom.