John's POV I'm putting my coat and bag in my locker when I hear the lounge door open. It's 8 o'clock and I know Abby is supposed to start now. It's routine for her to arrive when she is supposed to start, rather than a few minutes early. "Hey Carter." And there she is. My beautiful, funny, caring, best friend and once upon a time, lover. But that's in the past. No need to brood though, we've grown even closer after our break-up. There was a lot of drama but I will always put her happiness before my own; even if it means not being with her. "Ah, Dr. Lockhart. You're a sight for sore eyes." I say before I give her a kiss on the cheek. Some say this I to much, considering Abby is married. But we were friends first and she if fine with it. It too, like our joking, has become normal behavior. "Dr. Carter, always the Charmer. How's it going? By the way, there's a lady in the sitting room looking for you. I didn't know you like older women Carter." She smirks. I'll show her. I slowly come up behind her and start tickling her before she notices I am there. "That's so unfair Carter! You know I hate being tickled!" She screams for me to stop, but like I said, I'll show her. "Had enough?" I ask grinning, knowing I have won. "Yes!" "Ok then. For the record, it's a donator for the foundation. Boring stuff, boring woman. Back to your question, no complaints I guess. Except maybe the number of people out there. I have a feeling it's going to be a very long day. How are you?" "I'm alright. Tired though, Susan and I went out last night..." she says with a slightly innocent smile on her face. The smile I grew to love the first time I saw it. I can't help but stare at her. Did I mention I have never stopped loving her? I don't know what's not to love. Charming personality, beautiful both inside and out. What more could one ask for in a person? And here I am talking to her first, before anyone else. I guess I feel kind of honored with that. What a great way to start my day. "Ready to go, Mrs. I don't know how to be here on time?" "I slept in, sorry." She replies as if there's no problem with the fact. Seeing as how she does it every morning....