When Kate woke up, everything was plunged into darkness. The lights were off, the door and the curtains were closed. It took Kate a few seconds to regain her memory. When she remembered that Lanie wouldn't leave, she looked around the room. There she was, huddled in a chair, which couldn't be very comfortable.

"Shit" she mumbled. It was 5 AM, which meant she actually slept quite a long time. And Lanie didn't leave... Lanie was going to ask the docter when she could leave the hospital, so Kate really wanted Lanie to wake up. Nevertheless, it was only 5 AM, so she would wait a while longer.

When Kate opened her eyes a few hours later, the sun was very bright.

"Girl, you're awake!" Lanie practically yelled.

"Yes, Lanie, and I'm actually just waking up. My head is killing me!"

"That's from all that sleep you've gotten lately. But hey, I have some really good news for you!"

"Oh? Can I go home now?"

"Yeah, you can honey. But, like Montgomery said, you can't go to the 12th. The doctor will check to make sure you can actually leave, and then we'll be on our way."

Kate was still a little drowsy, so everything was a bit of a blur. The only thing she actually did hear, was that she could leave today. When the doctor left, Lanie and Kate started packing Kate's stuff.

When they arrived at Kate's flat, Lanie barged right in.

"Lanie? I'm kind of tired, so I actually want to sleep right now. Maybe we should meet tomorrow or something? I really appreciate what you did for me, but I wanna be alone for a while..." Kate stopped talking when she saw Lanie, who looked guilty and a bit ashamed.

"Girl, I'm sorry, I just – I... I can't let you do that, I'm sorry!"

"Huh?" Kate didn't really understand. Okay, she did collapse and she was banned from the 12th for three weeks, but she didn't understand why she couldn't just sleep a bit. There was nothing wrong with that, was there?

"Kate, honey, you know how I told you about that house in Florida? You know, the one my family owns, at the beach? Well, You're going there for the next three weeks. I already booked you a flight, but it leaves this afternoon. So I'm really sorry, but you can't sleep. You'll get all the rest you need when you're at the house. Everything is taken care of, somebody will pick you up at the airport to bring you to the you're there, you can do whatever you want."

Kate just stood there, shell-shocked. She kind of forgot about the whole going on a holiday idea. She loved Lanie, she really did, but she didn't WANT to leave her flat. All she wanted to do was sit here, sleep, and maybe exercice a bit.

"Lanie... I don't think I .."

"Just stop it Kate! You're not the only one that's hurting, you know! I know things have been very hard for you, but I should've seen it. I should have looked after you. But I dind't, and now look at you! Just let me do this for you, Kate. You need to get better, and I really want to help! Just go, Kate, it really will be good for you. When you're really bored, call me, and I'll come down a few days. But sweetie, please, you really should do this. I know I can't force you, but you really should, and –"

Kate didn't expect Lanie to feel this bad about it. To be honest, Kate didn't even feel this bad about the whole situation. But that was the problem, wasn't it? Kate didn't took it seriously. Maybe Lanie was right, maybe Kate should go on a holiday. What's the worst that could happen, anyway? Kate felt a bit guilty that Lanie cared so much, so maybe she should just humor her. That way, Lanie would feel better, and Kate could relax a bit. Win-win, right?

"Whoah, Lanie! Relax! If you think I should go on a holiday, I will. When do I have to leave?"

Lanie's whole face brightened when Kate spoke. "Oh girl, finally! Well, your plane leaves in four hours, so we should've started packing like yesterday. We'll just do this really quick, and I'll call a cab!"

Three hours later, Lanie and Kate were sitting at the airport, waiting to board. Kate was fidgetting, and Lanie was getting nervous.

"Kate? What's wrong?"

Kate startled at the sound. She lifted her eyes from her hands to Lanie's face.

"Lanie.. Was.. Is... Was it really that bad?"

Lanie immediatly knew what Kate meant. Kate's behavior in the passed few months wasn't normal at all, the way she worked herself to death. But Lanie also felt really guilty that she didn't do anything about it.

"Sweetie, you were working this horrible hours. I'm not even sure if you saw your flat at all the last couple of weeks. Everybody was really worried about you, but when we talked to you, you seemed okay. But you gave everyone a good scare, sweetie. I hope you realise that we all care about you, and that you really, really need this vacation. I'm not the only one who is worried you know, the guys are worried aswell. You're too stressed, too skinny and too pale. So it's time we did something about it, huh?"

Kate was still a bit shocked about the whole situation. Did she really let things get this far? But then, something occured to her.

"Lanie, what about my dad? I can't leave him alone for the next weeks. I should be checking up on him because..."

"Sweetie, I've got that covered, don't worry. I'll check on him every other day, and I'll make sure he calls you, allright? Just enjoy your holiday, please?"

"Okay"

Just at that moment, Kate's flight was bording.

"Lanie, look, I should get going. I can't tell you how sorry I am about this situation, and I promise I'll enjoy my holiday. Thank you so muchh for all you've done for me! You're an incredible friend!"

Kate gave Lanie a hug, and when they pulled back, they saw some tears in each others' eyes.

"Girl, just have a good time, will you? I have everything under control, and just call if you need anything."

"I will. Thanks again, Lanie! Say hi to the boys from me!"

"Will do. Now, go! Have fun! Live a little!"

Lanie winked, and turned around. When Kate saw Lanie walk away, she got ready to go on her flight. This would sure be an interesting holiday...

Authors Note: So I'm sorry about the delay in updates, but I promise I'll update more frequently in the future! I'll try to make my chapters a bit longer as well. Reviews are always welcome folks! ;) Have a lovely day!