Good-bye Phoebe Summary: Cole and Phoebe are divorced. Phoebe wants Cole back but Cole has fallen in love with someone else.

Disclaimer: I don't own the Charmed characters, I'm just borrowing them for my story. I do own the character, Alicia Lawrence.

Rating: PG-13 This story is for all the people who wished that Cole found someone new, in season 5. And thanks to Becky for you're your help. You're great.

Chpt. 5 When Cole arrived at work he called Piper. "Hello?" "Piper, it's Cole. I was wondering if you can do something for me." "What can I do for you?" "Is there a way, to vanquish Belthazor, without vanquishing me?" "A power stripping potion. I'll check the Book of Shadows and get back to you." "One more thing, please don't tell Phoebe what I'm doing. She'll try to stop me." "I wont. I'll call you soon." Piper said. "Thanks."

After Cole hung up the phone Alicia buzzed him on the intercom. "Mr. Turner.Cole, your 11:00 appointment is here." "Please show him in." "Cole, what can I do for you?" "My secretary needs advice, Michael." "Does she want a divorce?" "She needs to know all her options, but yes, I believe she wants a divorce." "Call her in and we'll talk." "Alicia, can you come in here, please." Cole called. When Alicia walked into Cole's office she was nervous, but she didn't know why. "Alicia Lawrence this is Michael Washington." Cole said. "The divorce lawyer." Alicia said inching closer to Cole. "Michael, could you leave us alone for a minute?" "Of course." Michael said as he walked out. "Cole, I'm scared." "Just talk to him. You don't have to decide right now." "Okay." Alicia said. "Michael, you can come back in." When Cole turned to leave Alicia grabbed his hand. "Please stay." She quietly said. Cole couldn't refuse her so he stayed.

"Alicia, what's the problem?" Michael asked. "My husband, he cheats on me. He has since our wedding day. I just want out of my marriage." Michael looked at their hands and asked "Do you want any money?" "No. I just want a simple divorce." "Where can I reach you if I need to?" Michael asked. "She's staying with me." Cole answered. "Cole, why don't you walk me to the elevator.

"Cole, I don't think it's a good idea for Mrs. Lawrence to stay with you." Michael said when they reached the lobby. "She has no one and I'm not leaving her alone. She needs and wants my help." "Okay, but be prepared for the worst. His lawyer will probably make an issue out of her staying with you."

While Cole walked Michael to the lobby Alicia was left alone. "I'll finally be free of Jimmy." Alicia said remembering how he berated her all the time. "You're so stupid! You can't do anything right! I don't know why I married you!" "All that's over with. I can finally get on with my life." When Cole returned to his office he found Alicia pacing. "What's the matter?" Cole asked. "Will he take my case? Will he help me?" "He'll help you." Cole said avoiding looking at her. "What's the matter? What did he say?" "He doesn't think it's a good idea for you to stay with me." Cole said. "But I have nowhere to go!" Alicia exclaimed. Cole walked over to Alicia and took her in his arms. "Alicia, I'm not throwing you out. Stay as long as you need to." "Thank you." Alicia said fearing that Jimmy would find her if she left Cole's protection.