Sorry this took me a while to get up. But I just wanted to start on other projects as well. There are not going to be many chapters left of the story. Within the next chapter, we go into the healing process for Zoe and the last story line for Grace. Then it's 'recovery' for Grace and Zoe, as their lives slowly go back to normal.

Anyways read, review, and enjoy!


Zoe gasped as her head rose from the water. The girl had been taking a drink from the lake she had found. She had left Toronto and instead of going to a surrounding city, she headed for the country area.

As far as food went, the girl had her wallet in her jean's pocket. She currently had 200 dollars left. She didn't want to go to a hotel. She didn't want to be found. She didn't want to go back home... She didn't want to see her mother again.

But the one person Zoe did want was Grace. Oh how she missed the nights the two would curl up together and go to sleep. Grace always held Zoe close. Making Zoe feel so safe and so loved. "Oh Grace... I need you," Zoe mumbled to herself. She got up and began walking through the field, that surrounded the lake.

"Oh... god... What am I doing? Grace and my friends are probably worried Sick! I-I can't... I can't just run away from the people who care and love me. That settles it... I'm going home," Zoe thought. And with that she turned around and headed back towards Toronto.


"Search parties have been sent to the surrounding cities. So we'll focus on the country area. It wasn't originally planned, but I think this will be a good idea to check everywhere. Let's move out!" The sheriff said. Then the other officers followed him out of the station. Everyone got into their police cars. Some of the cops had their police dogs with them, to help in the search.

They all departed and drove off. Hoping and praying that they'd find Zoe Rivas.

It was Eleven'o clock and Grace was sitting there in class barley able to focus on what the teacher was saying. Maya, Tiny, Zig, and Tristan had all convinced her to stay in public school.

When class ended Grace just raced out of the room as quickly as possible. Maya was able to catch up to her though. "Grace... We're here for you. Never forget that," Maya said, as Tiny, Tristan and Zig approached. Grace sighed and turned to her friends. "I know, Maya. I know," Grace said. "I-...I just don't know how to cope with this situation,"


-Six hours later-

Zoe found the city of Toronto coming into view. "Yes! Within an hour I'll be in the city and I'll head right to Grace's," Zoe said.

When Zoe reached the city, she took the fastest route to Grace's house. When there she ran to the front door and knocked loudly.

Jewel answered the door and her eyes grew so big at the sight of the teenage girl, that it looked like her eyes were going to fall out.

"OH ZOE! THANK GOODNESS!" Jewel cheered loudly, as she pulled Zoe into a hug.

"I-I'm so sorry! I shouldn't of ran away. I'm so sorry!" Zoe said, before she began to cry.

"Shh... Sweetie. You were scared... Your mom was being mean... You didn't want to go back to living with her... But the thing is you came back home... And that's all that truly matters," Jewel replied. She held Zoe tightly. "I was so worried about you. You're like a daughter to me,"

"I am?" Zoe asked weakly.

"Of course, Hun," Jewel responded, as she pulled back from the hug. "Let's get you inside... I think there's someone who'd appreciate to know you're alright,"

Zoe nodded and followed Jewel into the house, closing the door behind her.

"GRACE! ZOE'S HOME!" Jewel called.

Suddenly the sound of a door bursting open and running filled the house. Grace bolted into the room and ran straight for Zoe. Jewel quickly jumped out of the way.

"OH MY GOD! MY BABY GIRL!" Grace cried loudly. She took Zoe into her arms and held her tightly.

Zoe hugged Grace back. At this point both girls were crying. "I'M SO SORRY!" Zoe cried.

"Shh.. My sweetie... I-I know you were scared. I'm just glad you're home. That's all that counts," Grace said.

"That's pretty much what your mom said," Zoe replied, as she began to calm down.

"I love you, Zoe. So much," Grace added in. She kept Zoe in her arms and kissed her gently on the lips. Zoe kissed back and when the girls parted she spoke. "I love you too, Grace. I love you too,"

Jewel smiled at the sight before she too spoke up. "I'm going to make us all dinner. Zoe go and take a shower. You need it,"

Zoe nodded as Grace let go of her. Grace walked with Zoe to the bathroom while Jewel to the kitchen. The feeling of soap and warm water on her skin, made Zoe feel so much better. After her shower she changed into a tank top and shorts. Jewel had made backed potatoes, turkey drums and french fries. Grace, Jewel and Zoe all sat down and ate all of their food. After dinner Jewel talked about how they'd have to let the police know Zoe was okay.

"So... I've got to call them... Tonight," Jewel said.

"That's fine," Zoe responded.

"I'll step out to make the call," Jewel nodded and with that left the living room.

Grace and Zoe sat on the sofa together and cuddled.

"I don't know how you're not mad at me," Zoe said.

"I was worried. I wasn't mad," Grace explained. "Like we said before. You're safe and sound now. That's all that matters,"

"I love you so much," Zoe replied.

"I love you too so much," Grace responded.

"Okay... The police are relieved that you're back and that you're not hurt or anything. However this is going to be taken to court. Since your mom was responsible for you running off. They want to see if you can stay here with us," Jewel said.

"We'll surely give it a try," Zoe said.

"Indeed," Grace agreed.

"Good. Now then. We'll know more about the date of court within the coming weeks. Why don't you two get to bed?" Jewel added in.

"Bed sounds wonderful to me," Zoe said. "Same here," Grace replied. "Night mom! Love you!"

"Love you too, Grace goodnight! And goodnight Zoe. I love you too!" Jewel said.

"Love ya too, Jewel," Zoe replied. She smiled at the woman before following her girlfriend off to bed.