Jill went into the en-suite to get changed, while Ash made her way over and picked up her pyjamas, she was so tired she really didn't have the energy to change into them, she sat on the edge of the bed, she knew she should get moving but she couldn't get herself motivated
Jill came out of the bathroom, expecting Ash to have at least started to get changed
"Sweetheart" said Jill
"Sorry, I" started Ash
"It's alright, I'll give you a hand" replied Jill going over and starting to help Ash get changed
"Ash, I'm just going to take a look" said Jill, helping Ash take her top off
"Okay" replied Ash, she was too tired to put up a fight
Jill carefully tried to peel back the dressing, but the bruising made it difficult, Ash winced just as Jill started to peel it back
"Sorry, baby" said Jill, she peeked then covered it up again, before helping Ash pull her top down
They got into bed without saying another word to each other, Ash was finding it difficult to get comfortable, she was trying not to move too much as she didn't want to be any more of a nuisance, she waited until she thought Jill was asleep then sat up
"What is it, Ash" said Jill, sleepily
"I'm fine, go back to sleep" whispered Ash, but it was useless
"What's wrong" said Jill, sitting up and putting her bedside light on
"Nothing, I just needed a drink" replied Ash, swinging her legs round and getting up
"I'll get it, I could do with one as well" replied Jill, getting up and beating Ash to the door
"You stay here, I'll be back in a minute" added Jill as she left
Ash knew Jill was lying, but did as she was told and got back into bed, she had just found a comfortable position when Jill came back
"Here, you go" said Jill handing the glass to Ash, who had sat up the second Jill had re-entered
"Thanks" said Ash, before taking a sip
"So, what was the real reason" asked Jill
Ash took another sip of her drink before carefully putting it on the bedside table
"I needed a drink" replied Ash
"And" replied Jill, knowing there was more to this
"I couldn't get comfy, but I didn't want to move too much and wake you, but that didn't work either" replied Ash, coming clean, she knew Jill wouldn't give up easily
"Ohh, baby girl, don't you ever worry about me" replied Jill placing her glass down and moving over so she could give Ash a cuddle
"Right, let's see if we can make you more comfortable" said Jill
They got Ash into a comfortable position, then Jill switched off the light, Jill stayed awake a little longer this time just to make sure Ash was asleep this time
There were no more incidents during the night, Jill woke first and carefully got out of bed so as not to wake Ash, she then double checked Ash was okay, before going to see Gordon, she gently tapped on the door, before going in
"Morning" said Jill
"Morning, love" replied Gordon, who was sat up in bed, reading, he put his book down and patted the bed for Jill to come and join him, Jill went and sat down
"So, how is she" asked Gordon
"She's fine" replied Jill
"But" replied Gordon, knowing there was something troubling Jill
"Nothing, it doesn't matter" replied Jill
Gordon went to say something but Jill got there first
"Right, sitting here isn't going to get things done" said Jill getting up
"Jill" said Gordon reaching out and grabbing her hand, stopping her in her tracks
Jill looked back around at him
"We'll talk later" said Jill releasing herself from Gordons grip and going downstairs to make a start on breakfast
Meanwhile Ash had woken up, she could hear Jill and Gordon talking in her room, she carefully got up as she was feeling stiff, she then tried looking at her side but wasn't having much luck, so she went over to Jill's dressing table and angled the mirror so she could see her side, she then carefully lifted her top she could see the bruise it looked nasty, she then tried to peel the dressing just like Jill had done the night before, she had just managed it when the door opened behind her
"What, do you think you are doing" said Gordon
"Sorry, I just wanted to have a quick look" replied Ash, quickly smoothing the dressing down and pulling her top down
"Where's mum" asked Ash, quickly getting in there before Gordon could say something
"Downstairs" started Gordon
"Okay, I'll just" interrupted Ash, quickly stepping around Gordon and shutting the door behind her
Gordon stood there for a second, not quite believing what had just happened, he then got ready before going downstairs where both Jill and Ash were already having their breakfast
"Any sign of the others getting up yet" asked Jill, as Gordon was making his breakfast
"No, but they know what time we are leaving, it's their choice" replied Gordon
Ash could feel the tension between them, she knew she was to blame and wished they would just get it over and done with
They sat there in silence until Ash couldn't take it anymore
"I'm so sorry" said Ash
"What for" asked Jill puzzled
"For everything, that happened yesterday and this morning" replied Ash
Jill and Gordon both looked at each other puzzled
"Well, you are both mad at me, that is why we aren't talking isn't it" said Ash
"No, wait what happened this morning" replied Jill
"Dad, caught me having a look" replied Ash pointing to her side
"We're not mad at you for doing that" replied Gordon
"So, you are mad at me then" replied Ash
"No, of course we are not, are we Gordon, it was an accident" replied Jill
"I'm, sorry I didn't tell you the truth straight away and made you angry" replied Ash
"Well you should know by now, we always find the truth out in the end" replied Gordon
Ash nodded
They had all finished their breakfast, Gordon had gone back upstairs, while Jill was left to clear up, Ash stayed behind to help her
"I'm sorry, if I upset you about the whole favourite thing, and for waking you up" said Ash handing Jill the last of the washing up
Jill placed the dishes in the sink then turned around to face Ash, she placed her hands on Ash's shoulders
"It's fine, let's say no more about it" replied Jill
"I hate upsetting you" replied Ash
"What, did I just say" said Jill pulling Ash into a hug
"Sorry" replied Ash
"Next, time just trust me and tell me the truth straight away" replied Jill
"Okay, I promise" replied Ash
"Right, we had better get a move on or we will not be ready to go either" replied Jill letting Ash go and getting back to the washing up
Ash picked up the tea towel and started drying
They had just finished as Gordon made his way back down
"Right Ash, ten minutes and we are leaving" stated Gordon, as he started getting the things into the car
"Yes, dad" replied Ash, following Jill up the stairs
"Just, do what you can and I'll be in once I'm ready to give you a hand" said Jill as they reached Ash's room
"Okay, thanks mum" replied Ash
Ash went into her room and pulled out some clothes she knew she could manage to get on without any help, she then went through to the bathroom, where she had a quick wash, trying not to get her cast or her dressing wet, it was easier said than done, she then got dressed and brushed her teeth. Ash made her way out of the bathroom and made her way back to her bedroom, she quickly threw somethings into a bag to keep her occupied for the day and then she started to brush her hair
"Are you two ready" shouted Gordon
"Two minutes" Jill shouted back
Jill tapped on Ash's door
"Come in" said Ash
"How are you doing" asked Jill
"I've just got to do my hair, then I'm ready" replied Ash
"Here, let me do it" replied Jill, taking the brush from Ash
"Is a pony tail alright again" asked Jill, Ash nodded
Jill put the brush on the table and secured the ponytail with the hair band Ash passed her
"Thanks mum" said Ash
"Right, let's go we can't keep your dad waiting any longer" replied Jill
Gordon was just about to shout again when he saw them coming
"Still, no sign of the others" asked Jill
Gordon shook his head
"They knew, I've left them a note, they can join us later" replied Gordon
They left and made their way to Matron, who was ready and waiting