Ashley's POV

After a night like tonight, I needed a large glass of Chardonnay. Between what happened on stage to the girls and the yet-to-be-spoken of dance with my ex before the show, it's been a long night.

I knew Hanna must have been taking things hard because Spencer and Aria rushed into the house and straight up to her room. I was a little surprised that Emily wasn't with them, but I figured that maybe she was at home with her mom getting some much needed good news.

Earlier that night

I was enjoying a drink with Ella and Pam, having a long conversation about the year the girls had and all they had been through. Pam knew Emily was struggling with having to move to Texas, but we all understood why Pam had made the decision. Being away from her husband for so long was putting a huge strain on their marriage. It's one thing when he's in half-way across the world but now that he's stationed in the US, it only makes sense that they be together.

But when Pam mentioned that Emily might have some interest from a local Danby scout, I knew Pam was reconsidering her decision. I knew the decision to stay or go was becoming impossible for her. Pam and Emily's relationship was rocky when Emily first came out, but over the past several months, Pam really forced herself to open her mind and understand who her daughter is. She went through something that would be hard for any mother, but eventually realized that her daughter just wanted to be happy and needed her support.

I also could tell that Pam felt guilty about how she initially reacted and it would probably play into her decision that would leave them staying in Rosewood. I couldn't bear to watch Pam give her marriage to make Emily's dreams come true. Without having to give it a second thought, I offered for Emily to stay with Hanna and I.

I knew that Hanna and Emily's relationship dissolved shortly after Alison went missing, but it did with the other girls too. When Alison's body was found and they finally got some closure, it seemed to be what they needed to repair their friendships, because now they were all practically inseparable. Sure Hanna was used to being an only child, but I know that she would rather give up some of her personal space at home to make sure that her best friend didn't move away.

Before the fashion show I could tell that Pam was considering but not sold on the idea just yet. After the tragedy that became Ali's dedication, Ella, Pam, and I stayed to wait for the girls. As they waited out the crowd, they stayed with each other, not daring to even speak, but just finding comfort in each other's presence. I think it was at that moment that Pam must have realized that Emily would be ok if she stayed here. She had another family in our other three families that would protect her and be there for her. These girls were so close that didn't need to speak to know what each other was thinking.

Shortly before leaving, Pam pulled me aside to give me one last chance to reconsider. When I told her that Emily was just as much a part of my family as Spencer, Aria, or even my own daughter, she agreed to let her stay. We made plans for tomorrow to discuss the details, but I could tell it was a relief to Pam. She now could focus on her marriage while knowing her daughter would be safe and loved.

By the time I finished my glass of wine, I saw Spencer and Aria leaving the house, quietly whispering between them. When they saw me in the kitchen, they politely said goodnight and headed home. Knowing Hanna probably needed some cheering up, I didn't want to wait until morning to tell her about Emily.

Heading upstairs, I knocked on Hanna's door and let myself in. Her eyes were puffy from crying and it broke my heart. I knew I couldn't fix what happened tonight, but maybe I could add a silver lining.

"Hanna, I know you've had a rough night, but I have some really good news that couldn't wait. I spoke with Pam tonight and she's agreed to let Emily stay in Rosewood."

Hanna's head immediately perked up at the news so I continued, "She's going to be moving in with us! Pam is coming over to discuss the details tomorrow and Emily will move in on Sunday."

Hanna looked at me with wide eyes, completely shocked. She was obviously speechless at the great news, so I gave her a quick kiss on the head telling her that she was welcome and that I was happy to offer.

Hanna's POV

When my mom came in my room I expected she was just going to ask about what happened tonight. When she told me that Emily was staying in Rosewood I had very mixed emotions. Part of me was happy because I knew I would miss her if she were gone, as would the others. But part of me was nervous because if she was staying, I was going to have to either deal with these feelings or bury them for good.

But when my mother said that she was moving in with us, I didn't know what to say. I couldn't even react. I knew that any honest reaction would worry my mother or prompt her to ask questions that I didn't want to answer, at least not to her, so I just sat there with wide eyes and an open mouth. I guess she took it as a positive reaction and left me with the "good news."

Live with us? As in live in this house? Sleep in the room next to mine? Bathe in the same shower? Oh god…the shower. Suddenly memories of that night came rushing back to me gain. As much as I tried burry them, having ripped open that wound tonight, everything seemed as fresh as if it happened yesterday. Not knowing what else to do, I texted Spencer and Aria to tell them.

"Emily isn't moving to Texas anymore, she's moving in with me…"