Hey guys, I'm so sorry it's been so long since I updated but I've been really busy lately(and maybe a bit lazy) but I'm back now! I'm also really sorry this chappie is so short but I figured you guys had waited long enough and I should just publish what I have. Now thank you so much to ya lovely reviewers cuz you are so sweet and I'm really happy you like this story! I'd like to especially thank Skye Prower 16 for your PM and I'm really glad you like it(I was grinning like an idiot for 15 minutes straight after reading your message!)
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Chapter 5:
Flo POV:
Out of the corner of my eye I saw someone exit Doc's office as I swept pavement outside my café. Looking over curiously I saw Sally let out a breath of relief before making her way over. I waved a tire causing her to smile shakily.
I frowned slightly, something wasn't right- from the moment she'd arrived in Radiator Springs, she'd been jumpy and nervous. She was definitely running from someone or something but what was it? Before I could think any further, Sally was in front of me.
"Hey, Flo," Sally greeted me half-heartedly.
"Hey, baby girl, what's wrong?" I question.
"Doc found a strain on my engine and he wants me to stay in Radiator Springs for a month to keep an eye on it while it heals,"
"Oh no! You won't be able to go to New York,"
Sally nodded, looking a little upset and- could that fear I detected?
"What were you planning on doing there anyway?" I asked curiously.
Sally seemed caught off-guard by the question but tried to play it off, "Oh! Ermmm, just visiting some friends,"
"Well, would you like to call your friends and tell them of your change in plans? I have a phone inside the cafe,"
Once again Sally faltered, "Um, it's fine I can do it later,"
"Well if you're sure…"
"Of course," Sally told me with an unconvincing smile.
I decide to change the subject seeing how uncomfortable Sally looks, "Where are you gonna stay?"
"I hadn't even thought of that!" Sally panicked, "Is there a motel here?"
"No, the last one went out of business years ago," I explained, pointing at the broken down motel across the street, "Ramone and I have a little guest garage you'd be welcome to stay in, though,"
"Really?"
"Of course, honey, it's no problem for us,"
"Are you sure? Is there anything I can do to repay you?"
I looked around in thought for a moment, "Well actually, it might be nice to have some help around the café if you don't mind,"
Sally lit up, "I'd be glad to! It'll give me something to do while I'm here,"
I smiled at Sally. She was too young and innocent and full of life to face the demons she clearly had.
"Is there something I can help with right now?"
I snapped out of my stupor and looked at Sally.
"Oh! Umm, there should be another broom just inside the doorway of the restaurant,"
Within moments Sally had the second broom and eagerly helped me sweep the pavement.
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Around lunchtime, I gave Sally a break for lunch. I was surprised by how hard she worked. In just a couple hours the entire café was spotless. I watched as she was immediately engaged into conversation by Mater. Lost in thought for the third time that day I didn't notice Ramone drive up next to me.
"Hey,"
"Oh, hi baby," I told my husband distractedly.
Ramone followed my gaze to Sally.
"Something's not right with her," Ramone observed.
"Uh-uh, you don't say. That girl is definitely runnin' from something," I agreed.
"I hope she's alright, man," Ramone said concernedly.
I smiled sadly and stole one last glance at the young car.
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