The title of this chapter comes from something my mom says from time to time. …and it serves as a legitimate excuse (for now) until I get to the end A/N.

A/N: I only have the following to say. I'm sorry and I can explain everything from when I last updated. Even to-date. Sophie's perspective for part of it and Elena's got the next chapter.

Chapter 7: Catching Up

(June 28, 2017. Sophia's POV)

So, none of us expected Elena to pass out. Medics had to come. Turns out, she's had anemia before, which I guess she hid from Brooke. Brooke and I called her aunt and uncle (who are all the way in Surf City, mind you) to tell them what happened. I also decided to tell her uncle what was going on. *

"Elena's so much like her father, it's unreal. She's stubborn, but passionate. She got that from both her parents," I remember him telling me.

He also said that neither he nor Susan were in position to come and check on Elena because they were leaving for the Fourth of July celebration that was being held in Morehead City, where Elena's grandparents lived. We ended up putting everything on hold so Elena could decide if she wanted to travel. "I'll be back on the 5th and I'll call you first thing in the morning," she assured us before leaving.

She was back on the 5th and when asked about her wisdom teeth, she shrugged. "I don't know, but I know my aunt and uncle will spend a few more days in Morehead City with the twins before returning to Surf City. Independence Day is one of the worst times to call," she said, referring to her uncle. She had implied that I should talk to him. I had to agree: stubborn and passionate.

So, flash forward a few weeks.

(August 11, 2017)

This morning, I filled 3 of Elena's cavities. Brooke and I alternated as to who she'd be staying with. Although she was going on about Amtrak and having flyer miles and hotel visits, but to be honest, I was worried about her other teeth getting infected. "Soph... I've gotta make a few phone calls," she told me... over two hours ago. I went up to the guest room and knocked, even though the door was cracked slightly open.

"It's crazy that I can only handle so many shots," I heard her say. If she meant of alcohol, I knew she was bluffing. I tried not to sound like I was eavesdropping. "Alright. No, no. Go take care of the little ones. Kay. Thanks for picking up, Ian. Bye."

Ian. We (being Brooke and I) had heard so much about him. I felt like I knew, "Soph, if you need to talk, all you have to do is open the door."

Fuck. Wait. How did she know I was even up here? I came in. "We do need to talk," I emphasized as Elena gave a smirk. "what?"

"You do know that one: you've still got your heels on and dos: it's just us who are here. The right side of my mouth is starting to feel …normal again, but the left side is bothering me."

At least she's on the right track. "Well, I'm worried that you'll get an infection if you put this off any longer. I know Dr. Williams has made exceptions like this in the past. I'd have to call Brooke up," I said and I just watched my friend nod.

"Yeah. I think the writer wanted to wait it out a little longer, but she decided not to," Elena said. She sighed. "My aunt said it's for the best if I get my teeth taken care of and that I get my wisdom teeth extracted."

I nodded. "Ley, Brooke and I will continue to take care of you," I said.

I looked at the clock. "Well, I think we should turn in and I'll call Dr. Williams later today," I said.

"Kay. Night, Soph," she said, smiling weakly.

I yawned before saying goodnight.

What will happen? Will Dr. Williams make an exception? Will Elena get an infection?

Elena: I hope not!

...brief rundown and then the explanation I owe y'all.

(*) Okay. Elena's maternal grandmother still lives in Chicago, Illinois as do her aunt, uncle and four cousins. Elena's paternal grandparents still live in Morehead City, North Carolina. Frank and Susan [and their twins] live in Surf City. Elena lives on campus in South Carolina at Coastal Carolina University. She doesn't have an apartment yet. Hope that cleared up any confusion.

Explanation: so, I had a lot of Wi-Fi issues and I was disappointed that I couldn't get much done when I was out earlier this month. July was rough (and it's when the Wi-Fi issues started) and August hasn't proven any better yet.

Drop your guesses as to what you thought of this long overdue chapter and I'll see you in the next one.

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~Queen

PS Chapter 8 is next and I hope to get it done today. I hope to be getting some projects launched and done today.