Goodness knows what was going through the Hollyoaks writers minds, rushing the end of their story, and completely ruining them! Thank goodness for Fan Fiction eh ;) Sorry, again, that i've been slacking. Hope you enjoy :) ...

Nearly 2 weeks had passed. Tilly had definitely kept to her promise and been making sure Jen didn't feel neglected. They spoke on the phone numerous times a day, and texted for the rest of it.

The world was still dark outside, yet Jen was wide awake as per usual. She rolled over and outstretched an arm, sliding it across the empty bed next to her. The first and only person ever on her mind was Tilly, but she couldn't comprehend how someone could make her feel so complete, yet so empty at the same time. Without her, Jen's body ached and longed for the red-head, but when shes with her, somehow everything seems whole.

She tossed over again to lay flat on her back, throwing her head back as she let out a troubled sigh. Her heart suddenly jumped as her phone vibrated loudly on the night stand.

'Morning you :) Stupidly early tute today! I've just woken up and all I can think about is you! I wish you were here! xTx'

Jen squinted at the bright screen and smiled, comforted by the knowledge that Tilly had awoken and felt the strain to.

'Wow! I'm amazed you're awake! :) I've been lying here thinking about you to! This is so hard! I miss you so much Tilly! JX'

':( I miss you to! I can't believe how much work they keep setting! I hate that I can't come back. I'm so snowed under :( I love you! xTx'

Jen sighed again before pulling her quilt up and over her head. Fucking Hell! She thought to herself glumly…FUC-K-ING HELL! ARGH! She was so frustrated at the situation, with no light seeming to be appearing from anywhere, they were well and truly stuck in this tunnel.

She stayed wide awake for the next few hours, but couldn't bring herself to get up. She had nothing to do today other than wallow in self pity, and where better to do that than in bed.

Knock knock!

'Jen?! You in there?' came the deep tone of Liam's voice.

She peered out from under her quilt and hollered back, 'yeah, come in!'

Liam poked his head around the door and instantly chuckled at the sight of his mopey sister. 'Jesus Jen!' he sniggered, 'how long have you been festerin' in here!?' He marched in and whipped open the curtains, waiting a moment with his hands on the window sill, taking in the view. 'Would you look outside…It is such a glorious day!' He said, mocking Jen's usual spritely thirst for life. Jen covered her eyes immediately as they responded to the daylight. 'Liam!' she shouted, annoyed at his presence.

'Come on!...Get your arse out of bed Gilmore, I'm taking you out for breakfast!' he said as he made for the door. 'You've got 15 minutes, alright!'

Jen couldn't help but smile, secretly grateful for Liam's intervention, especially today.

She got herself up and dressed and made her way downstairs. 'Ready?' Liam said instantly as Jen nodded, 'I'm starvin'!'

The pair headed out into the village and got themselves a sofa in the pub. They'd barely had time to begin conversing before their breakfasts arrived and they were tucking in. Jen couldn't help but chuckle at the enormous mouthfuls her brother was rather ungracefully piling in in quick succession.

Liam finally lay back onto the cushions, his stomach completely bursting. 'God that was good!' he exclaimed. Jen smiled, still finishing off her own plateful. Liam lay motionless for a few moments, groaning at how much he'd eaten as his body tried to digest it.

'So…Jen…' Liam said, eventually sitting up, hesitating for a moment as he thought of how to continue. Jen looked quizzically at him, also unsure of what he was about to say. 'Why are you still here?' he finally uttered.

Jen continued to look puzzled, 'what do you mean?' she asked.

'Well…you're here…Tilly's there…she's miserable…you're miserable…your moping about makes everyone else around you miserable…yet…you're still here?!'

Jen's face dropped slightly as she retaliated, 'well sorry my shitty life offends you so much!'

Liam just laughed at Jen's defensive response, which in turn angered her more, 'well what do you propose I do?!' she said sternly, 'I have no money Liam, and a bloody criminal record!...You really think anyone is gonna give me a chance in Cambridge!?'

Liam smiled and took her hand, 'would you calm down Jen…you are the most amazing person I know…and people would be mad not to see past what it says on a piece of paper!'

Jen's face softened as he continued, 'look, I've saved up a bit recently…I want you to take it.'

Taken aback, Jen's puzzled face returned, 'don't give me that look…I'm not gonna take no for an answer Jen!...You've been through hell for this girl and I know it's killin' you bein' so far away from her…and you've done so much for me over the years…I wanna do this for you, alright!' he said sincerely.

Jen could feel a lump forming at the back of her throat as she smiled adoringly at him, 'Liam…I…I…'

He squeezed her hand reassuringly and continued, 'I love you sis!' he said with a smile, 'you deserve to be happy!'

A tear finally escaped and rolled down Jen's face, 'since when did you get so grown up amazing eh!?' she uttered, still dumbfounded by Liam's selfless generosity and understanding.

Her brother just smiled at her, pleased he wasn't going to need to fight her on this. He lifted a hand to wipe away her tears as she caught it with her own, squeezing it tightly to show her appreciation. 'Is that what this breakfast was for?...Have you been planning this?' she asked once she'd composed herself. Liam chuckled, 'yeah…kinda…I just had a bit of extra cash comin' in a bit recently and I figured you could do with it more than me…I hate seein' you so down all the time, especially when it can be fixed!'

She smiled, but returned to reality, 'No Liam, I can't take it!...You work hard for that!...I just need to get a grip that's all!' she said, aware that she had not been handling the distance well at all.

'Oy! We've already settled this!...The money is yours!…Just go home and pack would you!' Liam retorted, insistent that he wouldn't be taking back the offer.

Jen sighed, but got up and went round the table to sit by her brother, taking him in her arms and hugging him so tightly she could barely breathe. 'You are…I…I love you!' she stuttered, still in their embrace. As they pulled apart she smiled into his eyes before lunging in and planting a big smacker on his cheek, excitement setting in. Liam pushed her off jovially, 'All right all right, theres no need for that!' he said jokingly before Jen jumped to her feet. She put out her hand for Liam to take hold, and the pair set off back to Diane's, arm in arm.

Liam had already squared Jen's rent with Diane, and planned to stay on himself so she wouldn't be losing out on any money. He'd also spoken to Brendan a couple of weeks ago and informed him of the situation, so Jen had effectively unknowingly worked her notice. Jen was getting so excitable. She'd wanted to speak to Tilly and tell her everything, but at the same time she didn't know where to start, or indeed if she should, maybe a surprise would be better. Surely she'll be happy?! Jen mused briefly as she debated whether to ring her or not.

The day had fluttered away as evening drew in, the sky getting darker by the second. The drive had been long, but the anticipation had left the brunette running along on adrenalin, not even noticing the time go by.

Knock knock!

'Jen?!' shrieked Tilly as she threw her arms around her neck, 'What? How?...Why?' Tilly was full of questions, but undoubtedly happy to see her. Their lips met instantly in their fiery embrace. 'I can't believe you're here,' said Tilly as she pulled back. The red-head just looked adoringly at Jen, her gaze shifting between the brunettes deep brown eyes and her inviting lips. They kissed again before Tilly allowed her to enter the room, taking her by the hand and leading her inside.

Jen dumped her holdall and took Tilly into her arms again, kissing her passionately, and holding her like she would never let go.

'That's a big bag,' said the teen once they'd broken for air, 'how long have I got you for?' she said hopefully.

'Forever…' Jen said as a grin spread across her face. Tilly smiled, but hadn't grasped the truth in it. 'Liam's given me some money for a deposit…I'm here to stay Tilly!' she said to reiterate.

Tilly's mouth dropped open in shock…surprise…happiness! 'Oh my god Jen! Are you serious!?...I can't believe it!...That is A-M-A-ZING!'

Jen just nodded and the pair simply stood grinning at each other, no words being enough to describe what this meant to them both.

This was it, the beginning of their lives together...