As the sun begins to rise in Arizona's house a small brunette snuggled closer to Callie. She wanted to sleep but Callie was trying to wake her up so she could help Callie make pancakes. Callie still can't believe that Arizona agreed to her spending the night. She thinks Arizona might have made a mistake because this could give Sofia all the wrong ideas. Luckily she slept with Sofia in her single bed so she knows Sofia's imagination won't run wild. The two brunettes got up to go make some pancakes. To their surprise Arizona was already up making breakfast. It even looked like she was feeling better than the few days before.
Sofia
Morning mommy!
Arizona
Hi baby, did you two sleep well?
Sofia
No! Mama didn't give me any space to sleep.
Callie
I did not.
Sofia
Yes, you did Mommy! You kept on squeezing closer to me. I was already hugging the wall Mommy!
Callie
Heyy that was for cuddles.
Arizona
You love cuddles.
Callie
Actually, I do.
Callie looked at Arizona smiling. She was happy that Arizona still remembered this. Then Arizona replied.
Arizona
Um, I was actually talking to Sofia.
Callie
Oh. I see.
Sofia
Awww-kward.
Sofia said "awkward" in such a cute way that the two ladies had no other choice but to laugh. The three shared a much needed laugh. Sofia was once again the peace bringer. Barbara took Sofia to help her get dressed and ready for the day. She was planning on taking her granddaughter to the shops to buy clothes for the memorial tomorrow. Barbara knew that this would also give the two ladies a chance to talk to each other about Sofia and everything else.
Callie
So are you ready for tomorrow?
Arizona
Can one ever be ready for something like that?
Callie
I'm sorry it's a dumb question. I guess not.
Arizona
What did you want to talk about?
Callie
Well…about that. I was thinking maybe we should talk after the memorial.
Arizona
No! Why wait? You have to get back to New York.
Callie
Arizona you already know that me and Sofia will be staying a few days later.
Arizona
Callie just tell, me what you want to talk about.
Callie
It's about Sofia
Arizona
What about her.
Callie
Why didn't you tell me she wanted to stay here in Seattle?
Arizona
Who told you?
Callie
That's not important. Why didn't you tell me? We spoke almost every day but you never said anything. We made a deal to always do what's best for Sofia. Remember? Remember that deal we made when you left New York?
Arizona
Callie, Sofia is a kid. Kids get used to things quicker. They accept things easier.
Callie
So you're saying that you gave up her happiness for mine?
Arizona
No…! Yes, well sort of.
Callie
What do you mean sort of?
Arizona
The reason I got you tickets to New York was because of Sofia. She kept asking me why you were so sad. Seeing you sad made her sad. So figured if you're happy, she'd be happy too. I got you the tickets and I helped you both settle down. Then when Sofia came to visit me she said she wants to stay in Seattle. I thought she was just throwing a tantrum.
Callie
You should know that Sofia is not one to throw tantrums.
Arizona
I know but I moved a lot too. I remember what I used to do when we moved and I didn't like the place. I would toy with my parent's feelings. Then later the new place grew on me and I actually liked it.
Callie
What if Sofia still doesn't like it?
Arizona
She doesn't. She told me over the phone the other day. I'm only telling you now because I don't want you to bring up the 'deal' we made.
Callie
Wow that's a surprise, huh. So what are we going to do?
Arizona
Can we not talk about this anymore? I don't want to think about that now.
Callie
We can talk when you ready. If Sofia stays I might too. I'm just warning you now because I know you don't want me here.
Arizona
It's not that I don't want you here, you know
Callie
What is it then?
Arizona
Callie...-
Callie
Yes, Arizona….
Arizona
Can we not talk about this anymore?
Callie
Okay, um sure.
Arizona
Can you maybe give me some space now? Sofia is with my mom and I would really appreciate having some time for myself.
Callie
Yeah sure I should probably get going anyway. Talk to you later?
Arizona
I'll tell you when Sofia's back.
Callie
Okay then, I'll see you.
Arizona did not reply. She did not even walk Callie to the door and this made Callie uneasy. While Callie was driving back to Mer 's house, Callie's mind was going crazy. She thought ways she could've prevented that awkward goodbye. She thought of what they said to each other and she could not help but smile when thinking of Arizona's reply to her saying: "I know you don't want me here". Callie knew that Arizona's reply could mean a lot of things but she chose to think that part of Arizona still wants her in Seattle.
Mer
Hi, I'm really glad to see you're alive. You know, given the fact that you 'called' me to let me know where and who you're spending the night with.
Callie
Hey, I know, look, I'm Sorry I should have. It's just that I was at Arizona's and then-
Mer
Arizona's? You don't say? Or wait are you two doing this in the dark.
Callie
What? No! Sofia practically begged me to stay there and Arizona had no choice but to agree. So that's why I stayed, and I slept with Sofia in her room if that's what you were wondering.
Mer
Huh, getting ahead of yourself I see. Haha I didn't ask where you slept, Callie. Are you feeling guilty perhaps?
Callie
Look who's getting ahead of herself now... You're being ridiculous Mer. Besides, that ship has sailed, a long time ago
Mer
But it never sank?
Callie
Will it ever?
Mer
Does that mean you are still thinking about her?
Callie
Not about her but I do think about us. I think about what we could have been. I think about how different things would be if the plane crash never happened or if she never lost the baby.
Mer
Do you think you guys would still be together?
Callie
Yes. I think we would definitely still be together. The plane crash kind of ruined everything, you know. I think, no I imagine or better still, I dream about that right now, I'd be strolling with her in the park alongside our two kids and most importantly, I'll be her rock by helping her getting through this sad time. At her lowest time in life, I can say. But then again, those are just dreams and imaginations or whatever you call it. I guess life just happens and I have no choice but to move on.
Mer
Wow.. The way you talk about her. Do you still think she's the one?
Callie
Do you still think Derek is the one? I remember you telling me about Riggs.
Mer
Derek will always be the one Callie. Like you said life happens and when it does it kind of forced me to move forward. I could not just stop and expect things to go my way.
Callie
Then there you have it, the answer to your question
Mer
Arizona is not dead yknow.
Callie
But to her, Calliope is dead.
Mer
Did she say that?
Callie
No, not at all, but she might as well just spell it out for me with the way she's treating me. It's all Callie now, not Calliope. So yeah, Calliope's dead. Not so much of Callie since she's very much alive.
Mer
I have to say, I don't agree with you on that one.
Callie
Why would you be disagreeing with me on that? Like right now, it's obvious to her that I am no more than Sofia's mother. The ex-wife whom she is now forced to be friends with
Mer
Forced? That's a bit drastic don't you think?
Callie
It is! It is forced, because of Sofia! It just feels like I'm putting more effort into our friendship than she is. I'm the one who needs to start the conversation or ask her things. It's exhausting.
Mer
You know all that is required from you two is to be civil. You don't have to be friends.
Callie
We know Mer, or at least she knows, with how she's treating me.
Mer
Seems to me you want her to be in your life all the time.
Callie
She has to be. We share a child together for heaven's sake.
Mer
Okay Callie. If you say so.
Callie
Wait. What was that supposed to mean? What does okay means?
Callie's phone rang and it was Barbara so she had no choice but to pick up the phone. She asked Meredith to wait because she wanted to finish their conversation but Mer was unfortunately needed in the hospital.
Callie
Hi, are you two back from shopping already?
Barbara
Yes, we had to call it short because Andrew called and said he was worried about Arizona. Can you maybe come fetch Sofia? I don't want her to see her mother in this state.
Callie
Yes of course. I'll be there right away.
Callie made her way over to Arizona's house as fast as she could. Getting there she noticed that Sofia was already prepared to go. Barbera told her that Callie is taking her for ice cream and then they'll pick up Zola from school. Despite being told all those things; Callie knew that Sofia could sense that something was wrong.
Callie
Hey, I came as soon as I could. What's wrong with Arizona?
Barbara
She is not feeling well.
Callie
Can I see her? I could help maybe.
Barbara
Health wise she is fine. She is just a little sad. You know, with this situation going on. I don't think anybody would not feel like how she's feeling.
Callie
Um do you think maybe I can talk to her?
Barbara.
Callie, I know you're just trying to help and be there for her, I know that but I really don't think that's a good idea.
Callie
Did she say that she doesn't want to see me?
Barbara
No, but trust me when I say it's not a good idea.. I am her mom after all.
Callie
Okay then. If that's the case, maybe you can call me to let me know when can I see her or when she wants to see Sofia?
Barbara
Sure, Callie, of course, I'll call you. I'm sorry with how things are right now. It's just that with all these things going on around her,it's getting to overwhelming and I just think it is best for us to leave her alone for now.
The two brunettes drove off. Barbara didn't want Callie to see Arizona because she remembered the conversation she had with her daughter. She remembered how Arizona said that she didn't want Callie fixing her mess and right now Arizona was a complete mess. On their way to get ice cream Sofia started asking questions and these were the questions Callie feared.
Sofia
Mama, why didn't you go in to see mommy.
Callie
We had to get going baby, we still need to get Zola from school after ice cream remember?
Sofia
But she was sad mama, I'm sure she'll be happy to see you.
Callie
Mija, mommy will be sad for a while because mommy lost her daddy.
Sofia
I know mama but we have to make her happy again. I don't like seeing Mama sad all the time…
Callie
What about when you go to Zola, I 'll go and check in on mommy for you? Would you be okay with that honey?
Sofia
Will you promise to give her hugs and kisses from me?
Callie didn't want to lie to Sofia but she knew that her little girl would not stop asking questions until she's satisfied with the answer so-
Callie
Yes, I will baby. I promise.
The two went for ice cream and then picked up Zola from school. Callie took them to Mer's but no one was so Callie had to stay and look after them.