A/N: Ok , here it is, chapter 8. I know that all of you have waited sooooo long and I am truly sorry about the wait... If you hung in there with me... thanks! Read and review and tell me what ya think! If you have any ideas for chapter nine, feel free to tell me!! Thanks, titaniclover91

Disclaimer: I own nothing, except for the few character's I have made up.

They met up in the store and held hands on their way out.

"Well, Jack did you find some things for you?"

"I'll go get some things with Fabri and Tommy later. I had to get something for my special Rose."

He put his arm around her waist and she smiled. They walked back to the hotel, the happiest they could ever be.

Fabrizio and Helga had been walking around for some time before they finally found a room for rent. They walked up the steps and Fabrizio paused, looking at Helga.

"Are you sure about this place?"

Helga thought a moment before answering. She was trying to find the words she wanted to say in English.

"Yes, I am sure."

He smiled and knocked on the door. He looked back at her and took her hand.

A few seconds passed and finally a man in his mid 30's to early 40's opened the door.

"Yes, may I help you?"

Fabrizio hesitated before answering. "Uh, yes sir, we were wondering about this room for rent?"

"Ah, yes. Please, come in." They went in and the man shut the door behind them.

"Please sit down." He gestured over to the couch in the living room. The house was somewhat small and it was simply decorated and the furniture and upholstery coordinated well with the color of the room.

"Well, I guess we should start by introducing one another. My name is Peter Smith. What are your names?"

Fabrizio cleared his throat before speaking. "I am Fabrizio and this is Helga." They both smiled and waited for Peter to continue.

"Well, in case you are wondering, I put this room, or apartment rather, up for rent because I feel that I need to move to a smaller house away from the city."

He paused before continuing. "You see, my wife died about 3 years ago and it has gotten very lonely here all by myself. You two look like you would be very happy here."

"Yes sir, we love de apartment. But there is only a small problemo. We have no money to pay you. You see, we lost everything in a horrible tragedy."

"Yes, well it is not required that you pay me. I think I can trust you both with the place. I guess you could start moving in tomorrow. I have moved most of my belongings already. How does that sound?"

Fabrizio's face lit up. "That sounds wonderful!" Fabrizio and Peter stood up and shook hands.

"Thank you sir. See you tomorrow!" He took Helga by the hand and led her out. They waved thankfully at Peter and ran to find Jack and Rose.

Tommy had been walking through Cental Park for about two hours, thinking about the past few days. He couldn't believe that the Titanic had sunk, but at the same time, he was happy that he was in America.

He saw a bench nearby and decided to sit down. Before long, a young woman about his age he supposed, caught his eye. She was walking alone and she looked very upset.

Tommy decided to go and talk to her to see if he could be of any help.

"Excuse me, miss, you alright? Could I be of any help?" He was hoping that she would say yes. He wanted to help her and he wanted to get to know her. She was a little shorter than him, she had beautiful green eyes and dark blonde curly hair.

She looked at him and hesitated before speaking.

"Uh, if you could just stay and talk with me awhile, I would like that. I'm sorry, I didn't get your name."

"Oh, yes of course, Tommy Ryan, and your name?"

"Elizabeth Foster. What do you say we have a seat on that bench there and talk awhile. Do you mind?"

"Of course not, miss. It would be my pleasure."

"Please call me Elizabeth." Tommy nodded and let Elizabeth lead the way to the bench. She had to be at least a second or third class young woman, and she was dressed nicely but definitely not like first class.

Tommy loved the way she spoke and how she carried herself. He thought she was a goddess. They sat down and they took turns telling each other about themselves and their lives. Little did Tommy know that she would change his life forever.

Jack and Rose were on their way back to the hotel when they heard Fabrizio running towards them, Helga following him.

"Jack, Rose!"

They turned towards the voice yelling their names. Fabrizio and Helga came to a halt and Fabrizio tried to explain to them what was going on while catching his breath at the same time.

"Jack...we found a... place to live... it's not far from here..."

"Great Fabri! Congratulations to you both! Rose and I are going back to the hotel for awhile. Where's Tommy?"

"Tommy? I dunno! I must go find him and share de news! See you later!"

Jack and Rose chuckled at Fabrizio and started back towards the hotel.

"Rose, for the last time, I'm not gonna tell you what I bought you." Jack explained as he was searching for the to their room.

Rose gave him the sad eyes, trying to guilt Jack into telling her what he had bought.

Jack sighed and looked at Rose. "You know that's not gonna work with me, so stop trying." Jack winked at her and Rose rolled her eyes and smiled.

Finally finding the key, Jack unlocked the door and motioned for Rose to lead the way. She punched him in the arm playfully as she went in.

Having heard this whole thing, Ruth stood in silence, shocked. She had heard Rose squealing to Jack about what he had bought her.

Molly walked over to Ruth, trying to figure out what to say to Ruth but the words didn't come out.

"How could she do such a thing!" Ruth exclaimed.

"Ruth, you know she had reasons. She didn't do this to hurt you, she fell in love with Jack. She's happy now. Why would you want to ruin her happiness?"

Ruth shot a defensive look at Molly.

"How could you accuse me of trying to ruin my daughter's happiness. I would never do such a thing. Don't be absurd!"

"Cut it out, Ruth. I never accused you of anything. I know how you feel about Jack. He and Rose love each other. That's something that she had Cal never had or ever will have. So before you go judging him before you even know him, it's best to keep quiet, before you say something you regret."

By this time, Ruth was sitting down, with tears in her eyes. Molly had to sit down herself, surprised at what she had just told Ruth.

"My apologies Molly, I don't know what to think. I think it's best if I don't say anything to Rose. I will contact her later, when I have had time to think through things."

"No need for an apology Ruth. Now let's order room service and we can relax for a while. How does that sound?"

"That sounds fine, thank you for putting up with me, Molly. I am truly grateful." Molly just nodded and smiled.

Well, there ya have it. Chapter 8. I hope this was a good one. I had a HUGE writer's block. I haven't even begun to write chapter nine yet. But since I am out of school, you could expect it a lot sooner than this one. Thanks, titaniclover91