Surprise, surprise, still waiting on our sister to add to this too.

Once Rachael was back home, she'd found her case already packed and by the door.

"Either you're kicking me out or we're going somewhere?" she asked as she set the package down.

"The latter," Jill smiled as she brought her own suitcase out with her. "Anyway, why would I ever get rid of you?"

Rachael shrugged. "You could have gotten bored of me."

"Get in the car," Jill gestured with a smile.

Rachael grabbed her package once again before heading over to the car. Once Jill had the car loaded, she drove the pair off.

"Care to say now?" Rachael asked as she turned to her lover.

"No," Jill teased.

Rachael let out a sigh as she continued to look out at the scenery.

xXx

"Just pack," Helena frowned.

"And why should I?" Carla asked, standing in the doorway with her arms crossed, looking to Helena.

"Because I've booked us time away," Helena groaned.

"Where?" Carla questioned.

"You'll find out when we get there," Helena glared at her.

Not seeing any point to pushing any further she decided to pack.

"Thank you," Helena smiled at her.

Carla just shook her head while throwing clothes onto the bed. Once she was done picking out the right ones, she placed them in the suitcase.

"You're welcome," Carla smirked.

xXx

"I'll go sort things out," Jill told Rachael before heading off to see someone.

"Can I help you?"

"I've got a cruise booked, but..."

The woman held out her hand for the papers.

"Oh, right." The woman now frowned as she looked over the details. "I'm afraid you won't be on board the Veronica."

Jill's brows furrowed at this. "And that means?"

"You'll be on the Queen Fiona."

"I'm booked us on for the Veronica," Jill frowned.

"I'm sorry, but someone should have at least told you that the ship is going through some minor repairs. The Queen Fiona is the replacement, and seen as it's Christmas we're in high demand."

"As long as it's the same trip, I don't mind."

"Yes, everything is the same. Apart from the ship."

"Good," Jill nodded getting the pair sorted.

oOo

"You booked us on a cruise ship?" Rachael now asked bewildered.

"My early Christmas gift to you," Jill smiled as Rachael hugged her.

"Thank you. You're too good to me."

"We definitely need the break."

"Maybe we can enjoy ourselves a little more than usual?" Rachael nudged her.

"Sounds exciting," Jill grinned.

xXx

"Sherry I need your help. I've booked Alex and I on a cruise," Claire screamed down the phone with excitement.

"I'm so happy for you both," Sherry replied.

"So will you help me pack?" the redhead asked.

"Of course, I'll be there in five minutes."

"Don't tell Alex, I want to see the surprise look on her face." Claire told them before switching her phone off.

Alex stood in the hallway grabbing her coat ready to go out. What Claire didn't know is she had heard everything through the echo of the house.

"Claire, I'll be back in half an hour." Alex called to her up the stairs, she knew the redhead wouldn't hear.

oOo

"Have you ever used these?" Sherry asked holding a pair of handcuffs up.

"Sherry! Keep packing, she'll be back any minute." Claire kept her eyes on the handcuffs. "Put them back where you found them."

"So, you haven't told her yet?"

"No, it's supposed to be a surprise."

"So, what ship is it again?"

"She's called Veronica."

"How nice? So Alex's case is done."

"Ok, I'll take them down."

"Would you like a hand with them, darling? I'd hate for you to do mischief before we even get on the cruise." Alex stood there in the doorway, her arms folded across her chest and a smug look on her face.

Natalia was behind her trying to nosey.

"Alex, I didn't hear you come back."

"That's because I know how to shut the door without it echoing around the house."

"How did you know we were going on a cruise?"

"You told me, darling. This morning." Alex then turned to Natalia." Come on, let's go. We're going to be late."

xXx

"A cruise," Carla turned to Helena with a look. "How romantic."

"You don't like it?" Helena asked, looking a little upset.

"Of course I do," Carla smiled at her. "You've saved up to take me on a cruise for the Christmas holiday. Why wouldn't I like it?"

Helena shrugged knowing just how picky Carla could be.

"Let's go find our room. Then we can see what the entertainments like on here," Carla hurried her by grabbing her wrist to pull her with her.

It hadn't been long before the pair were both on deck.

"When do we actually leave?" Carla was complaining to the staff.

"We're sorry for the delay, but seen as there's been a change of ships we still have people arriving."

Carla scowled but left it at that.

"Stop complaining?" Helena frowned. "At least while we wait we can check out what's going on around here."

"I suppose?" Carla just shrugged, deciding it was for the best to preoccupy herself until the rest of the people arrived.

"We could take a swim together," Helena hinted.

Carla gave a smirk at that.

"There's a theatre," she added. "Concert hall. Casino."

"Buffet" Carla also added as they walked by.

"Bar," Helena went on.

"Let's go there now," Carla insisted.

"Fine by me," Helena shrugged as she followed Carla.

"What can I get you, ladies?" the barman asked.

"Whatever you feel suits me?" Carla smiled at the man.

"I have just the thing," he winked. "And for you?"

"I'll have a beer," Helena shrugged before looking to Carla.

The woman could work her charm on anyone, but Helena never felt threatened as she knew Carla loved her and her alone.

"Your drinks, ladies." He smiled. "Enjoy."

Carla gave him a look before turning back to Helena to then place her hand on hers before tucking her fingers underneath Helena's palm.

"I think we should go to bed early tonight," Helena suggested.

"On our very first night?" Carla asked.

"We could always..." she was cut off as Carla kissed her right in front of a few other customers.

One person whistled as another tried to do the very same as the pair, only to be rejected.

xXx

"So there should be a children's play area here somewhere."

"I am not a kid," Natalia stomped her foot in temper.

"If you don't disappear by the time I come off the phone, then Santa clause won't bring you anything for Christmas."

"Fine."

Alex dialled a number into her phone. Then placed it to her ear. "Is the island ready?"

"Everything should be to your liking."

"That is what I like to hear," she said before ending the call after seeing Claire walking over. "Glad you could make it."

"Really funny I wasn't that long."

Alex walked further towards Claire and placed her arms around her waist and Claire did the same to the blonde.

"So where would you like to explore first?"

"I have few suggestions Claire winked.