Bad Karma

Carby. Something happens to Abby. How does it affect her life and her relationship with Carter? Read on to find out!

A.N.: I'm not the original author of this story. The original author is carby luva 313. She's decided she doesn't have enough time to write, so she's giving me the honour of finishing it for her. I hope I'm doing a good job!

Disclaimer: I like raspberries. I don't own ER, and the characters aren't raspberries, but I like them anyway!

Chapter 28: Rollercoaster

Carter woke up to the sun shining through the window. It had been almost two weeks since Luka's accident, but Abby was still a little traumatised. He decided they both needed a break. The weather was cold, even for October in Chicago. It was snowing and the wind was gale force. Carter got out of bed and walked over to the phone. It was time for a change. Carter phoned Kerry and Romano and arranged a week off for himself and Abby. Next he dialed the number to his travel agent and waited for an answer. After a few rings the secretary picked up. Carter's conversation with his agent was brief, and everything was set. They were going to Florida. Carter decided to wake Abby and tell her to start packing. He walked over to the bed and sat down beside her, shaking her gently.

"Wake up sweetheart." Carter said quitely.

Abby groaned and turned away. Carter laughed and rolled her back over to face him.

"Come on sleepyhead, I have a surprise for you." Carter smiled.

Abby brought her hand up to her face and brushed away a loose strand of hair. She slowly opened her eyes and looked up at Carter.

"Is it seriously important enough to wake me up on my only day off this week? I just got off a thirty six hour shift!" Abby complained.

"Get out of bed, get dressed, and pack your bags. We're going to Florida for a week." Carter said.

Abby's eyes were wide with shock.

"You're kidding, right?" Abby said incredulously.

"Nope. I called Weaver and Romano. They've given us a week off to take a break. I called my agent and our plane leaves at two. It's ten right now, so we only have time to eat breakfast before we leave for the airport. We'll be in Orlando later in the evening. Come on, we don't have much time." Carter said excitedly.

Abby's mouth was gaping. She didn't know whether Carter was joking or not, but since he was already throwing things into a duffel, Abby decided to do the same. After half and hour they were both dressed and ready to go. After a quick breakfast, Carter got the driver to take them both to the airport. By one thirty they were both on the plane. A few hours later they arrived in Orlando, Florida. It was eight in the evening. They decided to get some sleep before heading off to have fun the following day.

At night Abby slept much better than she had in ages. She really did need the time off, away from the hospital to recover from the last few weeks. She still wondered how Luka was doing, but pushed that to the back of her mind so she could enjoy her week in the sun. Carter watched Abby sleep untill the break of dawn. He decided to get up early and order breakfast. After he had eaten he took a shower and got dressed. A light t-shirt, shorts, and sandals. It was already nine in the morning. He didn't want to wake Abby, she looked too peaceful. His contemplation came to and end when a few minutes after Abby awoke of her own accord. She blinked the light out of her eyes and looked up at a smiling Carter.

"Hey. How long have you been up?" She asked.

"A while." Carter replied.

"Why didn't you wake me?" Abby inquired.

"You need to catch up on your sleep. Besides, we have a week to get around to doing everything we want to." Carter smiled.

Abby sighed contently and got out of bed. After a few minutes she had taken a shower and gotten dressed. Carter ordered breakfast for her while she got ready. He couldn't help but smile when he saw how gorgeous Abby looked with her wet hair brushing her shoulders. After she had eaten, Abby looked up at Carter.

"What's the plan for today?" She queried.

"Whatever you want to do is fine with me." Carter answered.

"Okay, this is going to sound totally juvenile but..." Abby trailed off.

"Go on. Sometimes juvenile is a good thing." Carter assured.

"How about we go to Disneyworld?" Abby said excitedly.

"You read my mind." Carter smiled.

A few minutes later Carter had hailed a taxi outside of the hotel and they were on their way. A short drive later they arrived outside of the gates to Disneyworld. Abby looked up at the sign excitedly. Carter came around the side of the cab and took Abby's arm in his own. They walked to the gates together and got their passes. Once they were inside they walked over to a map of the park and looked over it.

"Where do you want to go first?" Carter asked.

"How about the drop ride?" Abby suggested.

Carter was never one for thrill rides, but he decided to go along with it. He smiled and led the way. After a few minutes of walking through the park, they stood in the queue for the ride. Carter's head was spinning just looking at the structure. Abby was bobbing up and down on the balls of her feet excitedly.

After what seemed like ages to Abby, but only seconds to Carter they were at the front of the queue. They left their things at the foot of the drop and buckled themselves in. Abby took Carter's hand in hers and held on tight. Carter desperately wished he's brought a dose of compazine with him, knowing he would need it after the ride. On the way up, Abby gazed out over the park. The view was magnificent. Carter had his eyes shut tightly. The on-ride photo camera got into position as they sat idly at the top of the enormous tower. Abby smiled for the picture and Carter was pale as a sheet. After a few more seconds, the ride dropped. Abby was laughing all the way down, and Carter was screaming bloody murder. At the bottom, Carter felt drunk. His head was spinning. Abby was laughing at him. The three or four seconds it took to get down seemed like an eternity to Carter.

Abby decided they should sit on the bench for a few minutes before she pulled another stunt like that. While Carter rested, Abby ran over to get an on-ride photo printed. Their friends back in Chicago would love seeing Carter looking like he'd seen a ghost. They'd love the story behind the picture as well. This time it was Carter's pick for the rides. He smiled and Abby knew what he had in mind. The love boat ride. After a few more minutes Carter felt better and so he once again took Abby's arm as they headed for the ride. Once they were in the queue Abby turned to face Carter. He put his hands on her shoulders and pulled her into an embrace. Abby stood up on the tips of her toes, leaned in, and gently kissed Carter. They stayed locked in that position for a few minutes, untill people started yelling at them to move up. They laughed as they pulled away and walked on. When they reached the front of the queue Abby and Carter walked hand in hand up to the boat. Carter steadied Abby by the elbow as she got in and then followed suit.

The ride was dimly lit by sparkling lights in the scenery and there was soft, romantic music playing. It was perfect. Abby moved in closer to Carter and laid her head against his chest. Carter wrapped his arms around Abby's waist protectively, vowing never to let go. 'This is perfect' Abby though to herself. Carter must have been psychic because a few seconds later he spoke.

"I never want to move from here." He said contently.

"Mmm." Abby assented.

Carter pulled one of his arms off of Abby's waist and brought her chin up to look at him. She closed her eyes and he closed his. They leaned in and their lips met. They fit together perfectly, like a jigsaw puzzle. Each of them knew they had found their better half. They were locked in that position untill the light at the end of the tunnel visibly intruded on their fantasy. The ride had gone by much too quickly for either of their likings.

By the time they got off the ride, it was nearly noon. Standing in the queue lines had taken up most of their time. Abby didn't mind, however. As long as she was with Carter, it didn't matter where, or when. Carter was hungry, and had the feeling that Abby was, too.

"How about we get something to eat?" Carter suggested.

"Sounds good." Abby agreed.

"Where do you want to go?" Carter asked.

"I don't know where we are, or where we can go, so you pick." Abby said.

"In that case, we'll eat at Syrtaki. It's a great Greek restaurant. According to the map, it's that way." Carter said, pointing toward a bridge leading across a stream to a centre square of gift shops and restaurants.

"Sounds great." Abby smiled.

"Okay, let's go then." Carter said, again offering her his arm.

As they walked off towards the restaurant, Carter and Abby laughed and talked. For Abby, it was the best day of her life. She had never had this much fun with anyone, neither had she ever connected with anyone this well before. Carter was thinking along the same lines.

After a few more minutes of walking, they had reached the restaurant. The atmosphere was great. There was a silken tent over the patio, thin enough to see through. Each table was glass and was set beautifully with a white silk tablecloth, fine china, and a glazed terra cotta vase filled with exquisite exotic flowers. Carter and Abby were seated immediately. Unfortunately, the menus were entirely in Greek. Besides the prices. Thank God for the pictures. After a few minutes Abby and Carter had decided on something with a name even the waitress had trouble pronouncing and ordered. Before their food arrived the waitress brought out a bottle of ice wine. Abby had never even heard of ice wine prior to that day.

"What exactly is the difference between ice wine and regular wine?" Abby asked as Carter poured the dark velvety liquid into their crystal chalices.

"It's pretty simple, actually. Ice wine is made from over ripe grapes that were allowed to freeze and picked before dawn before they were allowed to thaw. They are squeezed while they are still frozen, making a richer tasting wine." Carter explained.

Abby raised her eyebrows. Carter looked up at her and laughed.

"What?" Abby inquired.

"You're so cute when you're confused." Carter stated.

"Oh, and I'm not cute when I'm not?" Abby said sarcastically.

"I didn't mean it that way." Carter laughed.

They both laughed together for a few more seconds. Abby got a faraway look on her face and Carter looked at her inquisitively. Abby noticed him staring and smiled.

"Sorry. Just thinking about how weird it is not having to worry about my pager going off for a week." Abby said.

"No kidding. But it's a nice change." Carter agreed.

"I'll drink to that." Abby said raising her glass.

Carter followed suit.

"A toast, to those poor souls at County wishing they were here." Carter laughed.

As they klinked their glasses, a waitress walked up to Abby and Carter's table and set their food down in front of them.

"There you go. Enjoy the souvlaki." She smiled.

"Thank you." Abby and Carter said unanimously.

Once the waitress left, the two of them ate. After they finished they ordered baklava for dessert. They chatted animatedly while they waited for their food. Not long after they got their dessert. After quickly eating Carter took care of the bill and they left. As they walked in the shade of the palm trees, Carter held Abby close.

"The weather is beautiful. Oh man. Susan will be dead jealous when I come back with a gorgeous tan." Abby laughed.

"Don't jinx it. If you say how nice it is, it'll rain. I know these things." Carter scowled.

"Oh don't be so pessimistic." Abby said, swatting him lightly.

"I'm not pessimistic, just realistic." Carter acknowledged.

"Have it your way then. There's not a cloud in the sky." Abby smiled.

"Where do you want to go next?" Carter asked.

"How one of the water rides. It's getting pretty hot." Abby commented.

"Okay then. This way." Carter agreed.

They reached the ride and Carter looked at it in dismay. Another almost vertical drop ride. He was starting to regret picking Florida as their vacation destination. Abby was pulling him into the queue line excitedly. Carter rolled his eyes and let himself be led to the gallows. Once they got on the ride and Carter noticed there were no safety harnesses or anything, he panicked.

"Do we really have to do this Abby?" He asked uncertainly.

"Too late to back out now." Abby giggled as the ride started moving.

"Oh boy." Carter said quietly.

"Don't be such a baby. I'll hold your hand the whole time, I promise." Abby said, stifling laughter.

"Fine, but after this we're going on the ferris wheel." Carter deadpanned.

Abby laughed and held his hand tightly in hers. So much for being a tower of strength. As they neared the top of the ride, Abby noticed Carter's palor. This drop might just kill the poor guy. Neither of them could have a second thought as the ride dropped down the steep track. In a matter of seconds they reached the bottom and slowed in the pool of water. Carter and Abby were both soaked head to toe. When they got off the ride Carter bolted for the nearest garbage can with Abby right on his heels. After retching a few times he sat down on a nearby bench. Abby sat beside him and rubbed his back gently.

"Are you okay?" She asked concernedly.

"Fine. Next time, remind me not to eat before something like that." Carter smiled weakly.

"Sure thing." Abby comforted.

She was a little worried about Carter, but he was a tough guy. He would make it. After a few more minutes the color returned to his cheeks and Carter looked up. Abby smiled warmly at him and slipped her hand into his.

"Stay here, I'll be right back." Abby said.

Carter nodded and watched Abby hurry off. She disappeared into the crowd and Carter lost track of her. After a few minutes she came back carrying a bottle of water in her hand. She sat down by Carter and handed it to him.

"Ice cold Evian. Drink it, you'll feel better." Abby instructed.

"Thanks." Carter said, sipping it gratefully.

When he'd finished the bottle of water he got up and stretched his hand out to Abby. She took it and he pulled her to her feet. Carter looked into her eyes and smiled mischeviously.

"Tomorrow we are going to the beach. We're going parasailing, and we are going to learn to surf if it kills us. Whatever Mark can do, we can do better." Carter laughed.

"Deal." Abby smiled back.

"How about that ferris wheel then? It's two right now, so after that how about we go shopping for souvenirs for a while before dinner?" Carter suggested.

"Sounds like a plan. Let's go." Abby replied.

They headed off for the giant ferris wheel hand in hand. As they stood in the queue they talked.

"Scared?" Abby asked.

"Of this thing? Not in a million years." Carter said bravely.

Abby laughed. The queue line was long, but they soon reached the front. Carter looked down at Abby and gripped her hand tightly. He wasn't afraid, but he didn't want to let her go, either. As they got into the car of the ferris wheel, Carter helped Abby keep her balance before getting in himself. Once the ride started moving and they got to the top, it stopped again. Abby looked around wide-eyed. Carter smiled at her and looked around as well.

"The view is magnificent. This park is huge!" Abby commented.

"You've got that right. It's really hot up here." Carter said, pulling at the shirt that was clinging to him.

"I bet you're happy that you didn't wear a suit for once." Abby joked.

"Are you kidding me, does a fish like to swim?" Carter said.

"That is so cliche." Abby laughed.

"The way I see it, everything is cliche. I mean, we use every word that I've used in this sentence everyday. By definition a cliche is a word or phrase that is tired out by everyday use, and if that's true then everything is cliche!" Carter reasoned.

"Do you always have to argue with me?" Abby said sarcastically.

"Only when I know I can win." Carter laughed.

Abby poked him playfully in the ribs. She rolled her eyes and the rides started moving again. After a few more stops and starts, they had reached the end of their rotations. Again Carter offered Abby support as she got out of the carriage. She held his hand as he followed her. They walked off toward the shopping square again.

Once they got across the little bridge and wandered further along the road Abby looked around in awe. There were stores filled with souvenirs, clothes, shoes, and everything else. Abby decided she needed a new swimsuit.

"If we're going to the beach tomorrow, I need something nice to wear. Come on." Abby said.

She looked around and entered the nearest store, which happened to be Swimwear Co. Carter followed her in. By the time he entered the store, Abby was already sifting through the various different racks of swimsuits. After a few minutes she had an armload of things. One piece suits, bikinis, tankinis, and all sorts of sarongs. Carter laughed and sat down in a chair by the changerooms. A salesperson took the swimsuits from Abby and hung them up neatly in the changeroom. Abby stepped inside to try them on.

"Come out and show me when you've changed." Carter said.

"Only if I like it." Abby replied.

"Fine." Carter agreed.

After a few more seconds Abby came out wearing a black bikini. It accentuated every curve and Carter found himself looking at her, open mouthed.

"It looks great!" Carter complimented.

"I know, it's gorgeous!" Abby said excitedly.

"Go try a couple other ones on, you might still find something better, although I seriously doubt it." Carter added.

"Okay, just give me a minute." Abby smiled.

Carter nodded and watched her disappear back into the changeroom. She hung the first swimsuit in the wanted pile and pulled out another one. This one was sapphire blue with ruby red tiger stripes coming around the sides. It had a low cut back and high cut legs. There was also a slit in the front so you could see her navel. Abby smiled and stepped out of the changeroom.

"I like this one, but the black one was better." Abby said.

"I think so too." Carter agreed.

Abby went back into the changeroom. Half and hour and thriteen swimsuits later Abby decided to get the black bikini she had tried on first. Carter took care of it and they walked out of the shop. It was al ready three o'clock. The air was cooling down slightly and the shadows were getting longer. The sun was still high but the temperature was more bearable. Abby and Carter went from store to store for another three hours, picking up souvenirs for everyone back in Chicago and a few things for themselves. They were both tired and hungry so they decided to get supper. Carter picked another great restaurant, The Japanese Village.

They stood around for nearly half and hour waiting for a table. All their bags were standing around under the table for two. It was elloquently set. There was a beautiful silver candleholder in the centre of the table, with three brightly burning candles in it. Carter and Abby ordered their food and waited. Carter took Abby's hands from across the table and held them in his. She smiled at the loving gesture.

"What do you want to do after dinner?" He asked lightly.

"If you're tired then we can go back to the hotel, but if not then I'm sure we can find something to do." Abby laughed.

"I'm not tired. Are you?" Carter inquired.

"Why would I suggest finding something to do if I was, in a surprising and unexpected twist, tired myself?" Abby said enigmatically.

"When you put it that way..." Carter trailed off.

They both laughed. By the time they got their food, it was seven thirty. Carter and Abby both thoroughly enjoyed a change in the scenery. They were getting bored of their usual hangouts in Chicago. They'd probably been to every finer restaurant in the city and surrounding areas in all their time together. Carter was thinking about the perfect restaurant to take Abby to when the time came for a big step forward in their relationship. After they had finished dinner and dessert, Carter and Abby gathered their bags, paid the bill, and left.

As they walked down the road again, the sun was setting and everything was bathed in a soft golden pink glow. The park looked like something out of a fairytale, like it was all made of cotton candy. Abby looked around and smiled to herself. It was a fairytale, her life. She had her prince charming, her castle, and the promise of living happily ever after. Carter noticed the dreamy look on her face.

"What are you thinking about now?" He asked.

"Cinderella." Abby smiled.

"Okay, this is the first day of our trip, and you've already had too much sunlight." Carter laughed.

"No, it's just that... My life is so much like Cinderella's. I have you, my prince charming, the perfect house, the perfect job, and the best friends I could ask for. Now I understand when people say dreams come true. Do you know what it's like not to want to sleep, because reality is so much better than dreaming?" Abby asked.

"Every night the same thought goes through my head as I lie awake and watch you, my fairy princess." Carter said, leaning in to kiss Abby.

When they pulled away Carter pulled out a map of the park. He looked over it and turned to Abby.

"Where do you want to go? It's nine o'clock now, and the fireworks show is at eleven." Carter stated.

"How about the Dumbo ride that they always show on television? I know it seems like something a five year old would say, but hey who says we can't let out our inner child once in a while?" Abby laughed.

"Amen to that. Come on, it's just a short walk this way." Carter said.

Abby took his arm again and they walked off into the sunset. They reached the ride not ten minutes later. The queue was only a few people long, considering it was past most kids bedtimes. They got into the line and a few minutes later they were let in. Carter and Abby dropped their bags at the side and got into one of the cars. It was just like Abby pictured it. Carter and her both laughed as the ride was on. It was like being a kid again, only better.

Once the ride ended, Carter and Abby got off and gathered their bags again. It was nine thirty and Abby was getting slightly tired. She didn't let on, though. Carter was looking for the map he had managed to misplace somehow.

"What now?" He asked.

"How about we-" Abby was cut off by screaming.

"Oh my gosh! Someone help me!" A woman screamed.

Carter and Abby turned to look for the source of the noise. A few feet away a young mother was leaning over her child, holding his hand and screaming frantically. The child was laying on the ground, motionless. A small crowd had gathered around the scene. Carter and Abby rushed over and dropped their bags beside the child.

"What happened?" Carter asked.

"He was fine a minute ago, then he said he had a headache and fainted." The woman cried.

"It's okay, Miss. What's your name, and what's your son's name? How old is he?" Abby inquired.

"I'm Artemis Brody, and his name is Drake. He's seven years old." She sobbed frantically.

"I'm John, and this is Abby. We're both doctors, and I promise we'll help Drake." Carter said reassuringly.

"Call an ambulance!" Abby instructed a person standing nearby, handing him her cell phone.

The man did as he was told. He didn't know what to tell the dispatcher, so he handed Abby the phone. She talked as she took down the boy's vitals.

"I have a seven year old boy, unresponsive. Pulse is thready and resps are shallow. Pupils are equal and sluggish. BP is fifty over palp. He's pyrexic. GCS is seven. Probable heat stroke." Abby relayed.

The dispatcher noted the information and told her an ambulance would be there soon. In the meantime, Abby comforted the mother while Carter examined the boy more thoroughly. His reflexes were good, and he was responding verbally to painful stimuli.

"What's wrong with my baby?" Artemis asked, not sure she wanted to know the answer.

"He's responding to his name and to painful stimuli. He probably has advanced heat stroke. If that's the case he should recover fully within a few days." Abby said.

Suddenly the boy started siezing.

"Get me some cold water and a lot of ice! Abby, help me steady him!" Carter shouted.

Someone standing nearby ran off to get the supplies.

"Oh my God what's happening?" Artemis screamed.

"He's having a seizure, probably from the fever. We have to cool him down and stop the seizure or he might be permanently brain damaged." Abby explained.

"You have to help him!" Artemis yelled.

"We're doing everything we can." Carter said calmly.

The person who left came back seconds later with two plastic pitchers full of water and three bags of ice from the nearby drink stand. Carter poured the water over the boy's body and packed his head in ice. The convulsions stopped after a few seconds. After a few more minutes, the boy came around.

"Drake, I'm Dr.Carter. Do you know where you are?" Carter asked softly.

"Disneyland." The boy replied groggily.

"That's right. Your mommy's right here. You fainted, but you'll be okay. The paramedics are coming." Carter said.

He was worried that the medics would have trouble finding them in such a large park, but luckily they had security guards standing at the front gate to escort them right to the scene. After about ten more minutes, the paramedics were on scene.

"What have we got?" One of them asked.

"He convulsed a few minutes ago, but we packed his head in ice. His vitals are stabilizing. His name is Drake Brody, and this is his mother, Artemis." Abby explained.

"Who are you?" The other medic inquired.

"Dr.Abby Lockhart, and this is Dr.John Carter from Cook County General Hospital in Chicago." Abby informed them.

"Okay, let's get him onto the backboard." The first medic said.

Abby nodded. Her and Carter helped the medics get Drake onto the board and then out into the parking lot to the ambulance.

"Do you need us to come along?" Carter asked.

"No, we should be okay. Thanks anyway." The medic said.

"No problem." Abby replied.

"Thank you both so much. You saved my boy's life." Artemis rejoiced and hugged Abby and Carter.

"We're just glad we could help. Don't worry, he'll be fine now. He'll be in good hands with the doctors at Misercordia. Good luck." Carter smiled.

"Thank you. Bye." Artemis said joyously.

Carter and Abby smiled and waved as they closed the ambulance doors. Carter tapped on the back of the door and the ambulance drove off. Once it was out of sight everyone in the crowd that had gathered started cheering and applauding. Abby and Carter smiled as news reporters and cameras gathered around. After a few quick photos and comments, they headed back towards the park.

"What a day. There's no escaping it, is there?" Abby asked.

"Escaping what?" Carter returned.

"Work." Abby laughed.

"No, I guess not." Carter smiled.

"What time is it?" Abby inquired.

"Ten thirty nine. Where do you want to watch the pyrotechnics display from?" Carter said.

"I have an idea. Follow me." Abby smiled mischeviously.

Carter shrugged as Abby took him by the arm. The two of them walked back in through the gates and toward a more remote section of the park. Carter was as good as blindfolded, walking without knowing where Abby was taking him. In the distance he could hear laughing and screaming from some of the wilder rides. After a few more minutes of walking, they had reached their destination. Abby led Carter into the queue for the rollercoaster. It was a mega steel rollercoaster with suspended seats. Three loops, two corkscrews, numerous drops from over a hundred feet and a helix to top it all off. Carter went green just looking at the beast. He turned to Abby with a pleading look in his eyes.

"You realize I'm going to need to be put on a compazine drip when we get back to the hotel?" Carter said dejectedly.

"Oh well, you only live once." Abby smiled.

Carter rolled his eyes and looked down at his watch. The fireworks display started in ten minutes. The queue went much more quickly than Carter had wanted it to. A few short minutes later Carter and Abby were sitting on the rollercoaster, strapped in and ready to go. They had left their bags at the bottom on the station platform. It was ten fifty nine. If they didn't hurry they'd miss the display. A split second later the roller coaster started moving. As it went up the first slope, the fireworks display began. Abby smiled and took Carter's hand. He held on for dear life.

"I thought it might be fun to watch the show from up here!" Abby said excitedly.

"Oh my God!" Carter screamed as they plummeted down the first drop and right into a loop.

Abby was laughing hysterically as Carter yelled. If he kept it up much longer, he'd scream the place down. Other rollercoaster enthusiasts were also laughing at him, especially the other men. What seemed like an eternity later to Carter they arrived back at the station platform. He felt odd, but not sick. Abby picked up their bags and led Carter over to a bench. They sat for a few minutes watching the fireworks. They ended around eleven fifteen. Abby smiled and looked over at Carter, who was also smiling.

"Feeling okay?" Abby asked.

"Strangely enough, yes." Carter replied, bewildered.

"When you scream, you don't feel the butterflies in your stomach. I don't know why, but it works." Abby laughed.

Carter scowled at her. She gave him a curious look, raising her eyebrow.

"What's that look for?" Abby asked curiously.

"You could have told me that earlier." Carter deadpanned.

"Oh come on, where's the fun in that?" Abby laughed.

Out of nowhere she got hit in the head with a bag full of Disney plushies. Carter gave her a look that said she deserved it. Abby got up and pulled him up with her. She yawned and let her head fall against his shoulder.

"Come on, let's get back to the hotel. We don't want to be falling asleep while we surf tomorrow, do we?" Abby said.

"Of course not. Come on." Carter smiled.

He pulled the handles of the bags higher up on his arms and swept Abby up off of the ground. She gasped in surprise. Carter leaned in and kissed her. When they pulled apart he started walking.

"I reckon you've walked enough today." Carter laughed.

Abby smiled weakly and laid her head on his shoulder. As Carter walked, the motion rocked Abby to sleep. Carter couldn't help smiling as he looked down at her. She was a perfect little angel. As he walked, Carter felt a few drops of rain. After a few seconds, it turned into a full blown tropical rain storm. Carter took off running, Abby still asleep in his arms with the rain soaking them both to the bone. After a few minutes of sprinting at top speed he got to the park gates and hailed a taxi. The driver opened the door and Carter sat a sleeping Abby in the back seat and buckled her in. The driver put the bags in the trunk and Carter got in beside Abby. A few minutes later they reached the hotel and Carter gathered their things. He gently scooped a still sleeping Abby up into his arms and carried her up to their room.

Once he reached the room, Carter laid Abby on the bed and put their bags down. It was funny, Abby really had jinxed the weather. Good thing it didn't ruin their day. Carter slept better when it rained. Maybe it was the sound of the water hitting the walls and the ceiling, or maybe it was the fresh scent. Either way it didn't matter, Carter was so tired he could have easily just dropped dead. He didn't want to disturb Abby, so he gently changed her out of her day clothes into her pajamas. The whole time she remained in a deep sleep. Carter figured she was extremely tired. After all, who wouldn't be after a day like that. He carefully covered her up before getting changed himself. Once Carter was changed he crawled into bed beside Abby. He turned off the lights and watched the moonbeams reflect off of her soft and silky hair. Carter smiled and closed his eyes. Although reality was better than a dream, Carter soon drifted off anyway. All night they both slept peacefully, without a care in the world, dreaming in anticipation of the following days adventures to come.


A.N.: What do you think? I apologize if any of the place/scenery/time/cultural references are incorrect, but it's because I'm too lazy to look them up and I've never been anywhere near Florida, let alone Disneyworld. I'm from Canada. Some of it I made up for effect, it's fiction after all. Thank you to hyperpiper91, Kim, Me, and carterfan1 for reviewing the last chapter! Roses are red, violets are blue, I won't know what you think, unless you review! –Julia-