Dear readers,

I sincerely apologize for not updating in a very, very long time. My work is taking all the time that I have and I have an important exam coming up soon as well as in 2 months time. So here is a short, half chapter that I managed to write in these last few weeks. I will try to update as soon as I can.

However, most likely the chapters will be quite short but I will do the best that I can. Thank you all once again for being so patient with me.

Sincerely,

TrixieNancy124.

Chapter 19 Part 1:

Mitchie remained at the hospital for nearly a week while her twisted ankle healed. Caitlyn and Ella kept their word. Once every 2 days, either one or both of them would visit her in the hospital with her work.

They would also stay for about an hour and a half to coach Mitchie in her work and to fill her in on the details on what had happened at Alfea lately. Shane texted or e-mail Mitchie daily, being the concern fiancé of Mitchie Torres.

The secret of Sierra's death was still kept well, not even Lindsay managed to let the girls to reveal anything. Only the 6B girls and some of the teachers know about Sierra's death and the real reason why Mitchie was in the hospital.

Miss Jenks had told the rest of the students who attended classes with Mitchie that she had a fever during the picking of herbs and was currently recovering at the hospital. It was not exactly a lie. Mitchie did have a high fever. But the reason for the stay in the hospital was much more than just a fever.

Mitchie also made friends with some of the nurses that took great care of her. The nurses thought that Mitchie was a kind, caring person and was not with Shane for only fame and fortune.

Apparently, someone tipped off the press that Connect 3 had been seen the Russell's Hospital. That was splashed over the headlines the following day, questions about the reason for the visit.

But of course, the news that Connect 3 had been in the Russell's hospital spreaded across the country faster than a speeding train. Each day, paparazzi came by to the hospital, hoping to get some information as to why Connect 3 visited there.

To keep Mitchie's stay in the hospital a secret, Shane hired some security guards to be stationed outside the hospital and near the exits and entrances to the hospital. Caitlyn and Ella had to be on the safe side as well since they were 'famous', so they wore wigs when they go to the hospital.

Luckily for them, they were never caught nor seen once. Shane got a little mad sometimes because David wouldn't let him visit Mitchie due to the paparazzi there. He would kick up a fuss, but always understood that David was trying to protect Mitchie's 'secret.'

4 Days Later... Thursday.

Mitchie was ecstatic! She was just told by the doctor that she could be discharged the next day! The young lady had a wide smile plastered on her face as she squealed silently. Knowing that her friends would be out of classes now, Mitchie picked up the phone and dialed Caitlyn's cell phone number.

Her friend picked up on the fourth ring.

Caitlyn: Hello?
Mitchie: Hey Cait! It is Mitchie!

Caitlyn: Mitchie! Hold on a sec. Everyone is in the common room with me. *Puts Mitchie on speaker*

6B girls: Hey Mitchie? How are you?
Mitchie: *Giggles* I am fine guys, thanks for asking.

Ella: Why are you calling Mitchie? Not that I am complaining of course. Mam'zelle Depot gave French verbs again *Groans.*

6B girls: Ditto!

Mitchie: The doctor just told me I could be discharged tomorrow!

There was silence on the other line for a moment. Mitchie gave a puzzled look at her phone, thinking that her friends had hung up on her. Suddenly, loud screaming and shouting was heard through the phone. Mitchie winced, covering the phone with her hand.

"This is amazing!" She heard Chelsea and Gaby yell out in unison. Mitchie let out another soft giggle. Scrambling was heard before Mitchie could hear voices again. "That is great Mitchie! It will be good to have you back!" Ella exclaimed. Mitchie agreed with that statement.

"It has been days since I saw you guys. I missed you." Mitchie admitted. A chorus of awes could be heard at the other line. "We missed you a lot to Mitchie." Priya replied. A while later, Mitchie hung up the phone and sighed contentedly. She couldn't wait to go back to Alfea College.

The Next Day....

Mitchie had it all scheduled with the nurses and her friends. They would come and pick her up after classes that day around 3.30 pm in the afternoon. The young woman was excited to go back to Alfea after several days cooped up in the hospital and was finally glad to be discharged.

As she was placing all the last items in her bag, her cell phone beeped, signaling she had a message. Mitchie picked up her phone and opened the message.

Hey Mitch!

Only have a moment to write. Sound check coming up in 3. Heard that u will be discharge later 2day. I am glad u can go back to Alfea; I feel much more relieve that Cait and Ella will be there 4 u. Anyways, take care and I will c u at the concert!

Luv, Shane.

Mitchie blushed to the roots of her brown hair as she read the message. Shane was one of those people who really cared about her; unlike others who was only 'kind' to get to Shane. As that thought ran through her mind, she could only think of one person who would act like that. Lindsay.

Mitchie looked at her watch impatiently. It was 3.15pm, almost time to go. She closed her eyes and rested her brain for a moment, recalling and reflecting on what had happened over the past few days.

It has been like a big weight being lifted off her shoulders after telling everyone what was going on. Mitchie was glad the cat was out of the bag. With her friends, parents, teachers and fiancé support over the last few days, Mitchie had finally calmed down and was ready to 'start' a new life without one of her closest friends.

Caitlyn, Ella and herself had agreed on the 'No More Secrets' rule that was discussed the day before. They had promised one another not to keep anymore secrets from one another and shared all the troubles between them. "We will always be there for each other." She recalled Caitlyn saying.

At that moment, there was a knock on the ward door. Mitchie snapped out of her thought and glanced at the door. The heads of 4 6B girls, Caitlyn, Ella, Tori and Malory peered in.

"Hey Mitchie! Ready to go?" Tori asked enthusiastically. Mitchie laughed and hoist up her bag. "Yup. Let's get back to Alfea!"

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