Kelly's first day back at school didn't go how she expected or wanted. She wanted to return with Sarah, and they could tackle the first day jitters and challenges together. However, it was too early for Sarah to go back and as disappointed as Kelly was, she could understand. She had lost three parents, and while she didn't feel close to two of them, all their deaths were hard. It was a lot to adjust to and everyone had a different grieving process. Some took longer, and others found strength in moving on. Even among the Fosters, after Anne died, Kelly, Aaron and Hayley went through the grieving process in their own ways.

After leaving Sarah at home, Kelly walked to school with Hayley. Halfway there, they met up with Calvin. Right away, he asked where Sarah was, knowing this was her first day back too. All Kelly could tell him was that Sarah wouldn't be coming.

As they walked the rest of the way, Kelly couldn't help but worry about how she would get around the school. She knew it was accessible. The floors were even and there was a ramp at the front door already. She would stop by the office to pick up her elevator pass and Mrs. Finch and Mick would understand if she was late for class. Though she had her plan in place and she knew it would be okay, coming to school without Sarah still scared her. They were going to tackle the challenges together and help each other. Kelly understood why Sarah stayed home, but she still felt let down by her girlfriend.

Fortunately, her friends were supportive. Hayley and Calvin came with her to get the elevator pass and Serena had assured her that she had already spoken with Principal Hastings and Mrs. Finch. When they later found Brody and Levi at Brody's locker, the red Ranger offered to carry her books. When Preston arrived at school, he and the Rangers made a promise to Kelly that since they had all the same classes, they would walk with her, regardless of how long it took. If Kelly would be late, they would all be late, but at least they could help her navigate the busy halls and maybe suggest a few ideas to help get her moving a little faster.

Halfway through first period, a phone call came to the room. Mrs. Finch picked it up, nodded her head a few times then thanked whoever called. After, she asked Serena, who had been helping some students who were having a hard time with the lesson, to come speak with her outside.

Serena didn't come back after that, but she did text the Rangers to say she was going to Sarah's house.

Kelly was late to second period, but the other Rangers arrived late with her after collecting their books. Mrs. Finch didn't say anything. Kelly knew if she was late to come in as quietly as possible and try to catch up as quickly as possible. Hopefully, Sarah would be back at school soon and could help Kelly with the parts that she missed.

After third period, the Rangers had lunch. Levi, who worked around the school as an extra hand, had already saved them a seat at the table. Kelly had a lunch packed and so joined him right away. She rolled her chair up to the table, then looked to her packed lunch with a sigh.

"So, is Sarah coming tomorrow?" Preston asked, and it was innocent enough. All Kelly had told the guys was that Sarah wouldn't be coming today. She didn't mention anything about being sick.

"I think she'll try," Kelly answered, but looked to Hayley to see if the white Ranger had a better answer.

"Hopefully. That math lesson really confused me," Preston said. "I could really use an extra hand with it, if she's up to it."

"I'm sure she'll want to help when she's back," Kelly said.

"It might cheer her up to hear how your first day went," Hayley suggested. "You were only five minutes late to first period. It's not bad considering the mess in the hallway during the transitions."

Kelly unwrapped her sandwich with a shrug. On the surface her first day had gone well. She made it to class, no one asked too many questions, or any inappropriate questions. She had a space to eat at lunch and she didn't feel like she had fallen too far behind on her work. Still, this day could have been much better. Even with her friends around, she still felt lonely, and she couldn't help but worry about Sarah at home.

"Yeah…"

"You did really well," Calvin said. He could hear the sadness in her voice and he was sure the others could as well. "You're pretty much a pro at this now."

"And now that you've done it, tomorrow will be easier," Levi said. "And it'll just get easier…"

"Excuse me," Kelly interrupted and pulled away from the table before talking off. Levi looked a little hurt as he wondered if he had said something offensive or hurtful. Preston put down his lunch and followed Kelly out of the cafeteria. He followed her to her locker, where she was already getting her books out for their last class. They had shop with Mick, so it didn't make sense at all that she was trying to be early. Mrs. Finch had been so flexible with Kelly and Mick, knowing the full story, would for sure.

"She's not coming tomorrow, is she?" Preston asked and Kelly shook her head.

"We were supposed to start together," Kelly said. "That was the plan. We come back together and help each other."

"Why did she back out?"

"She got sick," Kelly answered and sighed. "I think… I think it was too soon."

"These things take time," Preston told her. "Even for someone like Sarah."

"You don't think I know that?" Kelly snapped. "I've had three parents die and now I'm stuck in this stupid chair and… we were supposed to come back together."

"So why didn't you wait? Everyone would have understood if…"

"Aaron thought Sarah might need some space," Kelly muttered. "And there's no reason why I can't come to school."

"Sounds like you're mad at her," Preston said and when Kelly looked horrified by his comment, he shook his head. "I don't mean that in a bad way, like you're not supportive or anything. It's just that you had a plan and she kind of let you down. You're upset and maybe a bit mad?"

"Today was hard for me," Kelly said. "I know it all went well, and I know I've been to school before and stuff but… in this chair, everything feels new."

"It's scary."

"Very," Kelly nodded. "You know, on the way here, I imagined falling out of my chair and freaking out over what I might do? I couldn't think of a reason I'd fall out, and I knew you guys would be there to help if it did happen but… I just couldn't shake the thought, you know?"

"I'm the king of overthinking and worrying," Preston told her with a slight chuckle. "I know exactly what you mean."

"Sarah's always been by my side," Kelly continued. "Even… even when I outed her and this place shut me out, it was Sarah who stood up for me and pulled me back. Now I'm in this chair and… she can't help me. She's too busy throwing up or something."

"Sounds bad."

"I know," Kelly sighed. "It's just… she bailed on me now and going back to school is just going to get harder the more she refuses to go and…"

"Sounds like you're overthinking again," Preston said.

"But you know I'm right."

"But I know Sarah too," Preston said. "I know that when things get tough or they're scary, that's when Sarah really comes to life."

"Not this time."

"Are you sure?" Preston asked. "Look, maybe she won't be strong enough to come to school tomorrow or even at all this week, but I don't think Sarah's just going to let this get worse."

"You don't?"

"Serena's already gone to help her, and she's got Shane there too," Preston said. "How about, after school, you head back and just… see what Sarah's been up to today."

"Puking?"

"Maybe, maybe not," Preston said. "If she spent the day on the floor, maybe just talk to her about what scared her, kind of like we're doing now and see if there's something you can do to help. But I don't think that'll be the case."

"What do you think is going to happen?"

"Well, if Sarah is who I think she is, you might go home and she might be doing a little better. And you'll know she is as soon as you see her. If that's the case, then you'll know she didn't abandon you."

"She just needed more time?"

"She'll be back to school before you know it," Preston said. "And once she is, you can fall out of your chair all you want," he teased.

"Great…"

"But until she is back, I'll help you up, if you fall," Preston said. "I promise, I won't just leave you lying in the hallway. I'll be your Sarah."

"Two nervous wrecks make a superwoman, I suppose," Kelly said with a chuckle. "But you really think she'll be doing better?"

"I'll bet on it," Preston said. "If Sarah isn't better, I'll do all your homework for a month."

"You've got a bet," Kelly smiled.