Title: Moving On

Author: Raven Shadowrose

Rating: M

Pairing:?/?

Summary: Dixie has been left broken hearted by Cyd's departure from the Holby team, what happens when Cyd is replaced by Hannah Darbyshire and Dixie takes a liking to her. Will she end up with even more of a broken heart or will she find the happiness that she has been searching for?

Disclaimer: I do not know or own any of the characters from Casualty, all original characters and the story are my property and I do not give permission for anyone else to use this story.

Author's Note: This story will contain will contain some femslash, if you do not wish to read it then by all means back away slowly the way you came, other than that enjoy the story and reviews are appreciated :)

Thank you to chan. nelson444, olivia. c. king1 and beethovenRIP for your comments. Enjoy the chapter ladies, it is time to cause a stir :)

Chapter Thirty-Nine.

Hannah sat at the table she had been directed to by the hotel staff; she was with her dad and Dixie, James had clearly had a hand in the seating layout and had got them a table that was for them alone. She liked that they were sitting together, she had noticed that a few people had been giving them strange looks, clearly the rumours had been flying around and her mother was to blame for them. The room at the hotel had been decorated beautifully, it wasn't too overdone, there were just enough decorations for it to look nice. The waiters were passing around drinks and little canapés while people were waiting for James and Anna to arrive. Hannah had to admit that it was very well organised and the food so far looked and tasted wonderful. She took a sneaky look at Dixie who was drinking her wine and eating a canapé or two, her dad was also eating and he looked to be enjoying himself. Hannah was happy that her mother wasn't here, she would only spoil the day for James and Anna.

Dixie looked around the people in the room, they were very posh and not normally the type of people that she would socialise with. She had heard Hannah's name mentioned a few times as people walked past, some of them clearly had no shame and would gossip about someone as if they weren't in the room. Dixie took Hannah's hand in hers and squeezed it, she smiled at the people as they came near, it seemed to make them uncomfortable, as if her being a lesbian would rub off on them. Dixie smiled at Hannah, she was enjoying herself so far. 'What happens now Hannah?'

'James and Anna will be in soon, then the meal will start, there will be speeches and toasts during the meal and then the party will start.'

'I see. What are these little things on the table?' Dixie pointed to the little bag that sat in front of her.

'Party favours, they're meant as a little gift for the guests.'

'So we're meant to take them with us at the end?'

'Yes, they usually contain sweets or chocolate.'

'That's my kind of gift.'

'Yes, I know, chocolate monster Dixie strikes again.'

'Cheeky woman, I'm not that bad.'

'You are.' Dixie tapped Hannah on the nose with the napkin and chuckled to herself.

Lawrence watched Hannah and Dixie, they really were totally in love with each other, it made him happy to see his daughter so happy and in love. He had heard what people were saying but he was ignoring them, Hannah was unconcerned by their comments so he wasn't going to listen to them either. Dixie was deliberately making eye contact with anyone that said anything and they would quickly look away and scurry off in the opposite direction. He was trying his hardest not to laugh whenever she did it and wondered what they were thinking whenever they saw her blatantly stare at them. He looked up when James and Anna came in followed by their parents; he noted that Anna's parents looked very happy but James' mother was very clearly putting on a fake smile. Everyone in the room clapped as they sat down and the waiters began to bring out the first course.

Dixie wondered what they would be eating, there wasn't a menu on the table to say what the courses were. 'Start from the outside with the cutlery, right?'

'Yes, start from the outside.' She looked at the dish that was placed in front of her, it looked to be some sort of seafood.

'Hannah, what are these?'

'Mussels, they're lovely, try one.' Dixie did as Hannah said and was surprised to find that she liked them.

'You're right, maybe I will get through this meal after all.'

'You will.' Dixie carried on eating her way through the mussels on her plate, they really weren't that bad. She wasn't used to be waited on like this, it surprised her that someone took their plates away shortly after they had finished and immediately replaced it with a little glass of what looked like coloured ice. 'Sorbet, it cleanses your mouth between courses.'

'Oh, okay.' Dixie was grateful that Hannah had explained what it was for, she took a little bit and put it in her mouth. 'It tastes of strawberries, I could get used to this. Can we make some Hannah?'

'Of course we can,' Hannah said. 'I think I have a recipe somewhere.'

'Good, I am looking forward to that.' Dixie finished off the sorbet and put the spoon down, she waited for the next course, she wondered what it would be.

Hannah smiled at Dixie's eagerness, she was happy that Dixie seemed to be enjoying herself and the food that they were eating. Her attention was caught by someone tapping a knife on a glass, James' mum, she was no doubt going to give a long speech. Hannah settled herself down and just let the words wash over her. 'Thank you all for coming to celebrate the wedding of Anna and James; marriage is a sacred union between a man and a woman and should always be so.' Hannah heard Dixie give a small snort of indignation and she had to try really hard not to laugh, she saw the look of amusement on her dad's face. Hannah knew that her dad was quite proud that she was in a relationship with Dixie and the fact it was annoying all the posh people around him. Hannah really hoped that the speech wasn't going to go on for much longer, James clearly felt the same because she'd seen him trying to stifle a yawn a few minutes ago. 'Without further ado, I give you the happy couple, Anna and James.' Everyone raised their glasses after she had said this, mostly in relief that she had finally stopped talking.

Dixie couldn't believe that the woman up there had spent ten minutes giving a speech. She was talking with Hannah over the main course. They were having lamb, potatoes and vegetables. 'Hannah, isn't the best man supposed to do a speech?'

'Yes, but Liam, James' best man, isn't allowed, his mum thinks that Liam is too common.'

'Oh, maybe he should come over here and join us. Why does she think that?'

'Liam was with us at university, he owns a business that does boudoir photography.'

'Boudoir photography?'

'Yes, he has a studio that is staffed by all female photographers that take pictures of couples and women on their own in poses that are deemed quite sensual.'

'Oh, you mean like the one of you with the feather boa?'

'Yes, I've seen some of the pictures and I think they're beautiful, Liam and his photographers have given many a woman a confidence boost over the years.'

'I think it sounds wonderful.'

'It is, they did a photo shoot for breast cancer survivors. They gave them all free makeovers and a free set of prints.'

'That is a wonderful thing.' Dixie liked the idea of doing such a nice thing for people that had been through hell. She quickly took a look at Lawrence, he clearly knew all about the photography business as he didn't look surprised at all. Dixie thought that Hannah knew some lovely people, it renewed her faith in humans to know that there were people that would help others. She liked too that James and Anna had decided to get their guests to donate money to cancer research in their name instead of buying them gifts.

Hannah sat with Dixie and her dad through some more speeches and the dessert; a lovely chocolate brownie cake that was absolutely delicious. She also gathered around the cake and watch James and Anna cut it, they looked so happy and she went over to them after some of the crowd had disappeared. 'Anna, you look beautiful.'

'Thank you Hannah. James tells me that you've met the woman of your dreams.'

'I have, she's over there with my dad.'

'Good, it is nice to see you happy.'

'You are happy too if I'm not mistaken, how does it feel to be married?'

'Wonderful, I'm tired as it has been a busy day but I am very happy.'

'Good, James is happy too, I can see it, you're a fantastic couple.' Hannah hugged Anna, she was so very happy for them.

'Anna, sweetheart, it is time for the first dance.' James came over and took Anna's arm. 'Hannah, we'll talk later.'

'I'll hold you to it.' Hannah went back to Dixie and held hands with her as they watched Anna and James share their first dance, it was lovely to watch them dance slowly with each other. After a few minutes Hannah noticed that James was gesturing at the people stood around the edge of the room and trying to get them to dance. 'Dixie, I believe it is time to create a stir. Do you want to dance with me?'

'I'd love to, come on beautiful.' Hannah let Dixie lead her onto the dance floor, she was looking forward to this.

Dixie turned to face Hannah and she felt Hannah's arms settle behind her neck, she put her arms around Hannah's waist and they moved slowly in time to the music. Dixie was aware that they weren't really dancing but it didn't matter, she kissed Hannah's nose and smiled. It felt good to be with Hannah in public and not denying that they were together. 'I love you my beautiful Hannah.'

'I love you too my sweet Dixie.' Dixie was aware that several people were watching them but she didn't care what they thought, she was in love with Hannah and that was all that mattered to her. Dixie looked into Hannah's eyes as the danced together, she saw nothing but love there and it warmed her entire body. The connection they shared was intense and Dixie felt herself falling even deeper in love with Hannah.

Hannah blinked when the music stopped, she'd had eye contact with Dixie for quite some time during the dance. She felt their connection increasing and it made her heart beat quicker, was it possible to fall deeper in love with someone? She thought so, the feelings she was experiencing had made her feel a bit giddy, almost as if she was drunk. Hannah didn't want what she was feeling to end, Dixie was still holding her hand and the feelings of love were flowing between them. She smiled at Dixie and squeezed her hand, dancing with her had felt so wonderful and beautiful. Hannah was still pondering this when James came over to them. 'Dixie, can I borrow Hannah for one dance?'

'You can, just as long as you promise to give her back.'

'You have my word, I will deliver her back to you after the dance has ended.' Hannah laughed and walked with James to the dance floor. She allowed James to lead the dance as they moved around the floor. 'Tell me, when will I be attending your wedding?'

'I don't know, one day.'

'I am looking forward to it.'

'You're not the only one, Polly keeps asking me when we're planning to marry.'

'You'll know when the time is right Hannah.'

'I will, right now I'm content with what I have with Dixie.'

'Dixie is good for you.'

'She is, I love her so very much.'

'I can see that.' Hannah smiled up at James, it was nice to know that her best friend approved of her relationship with Dixie.

Dixie watched Hannah and James dance, Lawrence was stood next to her. 'What do you think they're talking about?' She hadn't realised she had said this out loud until Lawrence answered her. 'You.'

'No, I don't think that they are. Really?'

'Yes, Hannah gets a certain look on her face when she talks about you and it is that look that she has now.'

'Is that a good thing?'

'Yes, a very good thing.' Dixie was happy that at least two people approved of her, she smiled at James when he brought Hannah back.

'There we are fair lady, I have brought her back safe and sound as I promised.' Dixie chuckled, James clearly had a sense of drama and theatrics.

'Thank you sir for delivering my lovely partner back to me.' She thought that she might as well join in with the drama, it amused her and she took Hannah's hand and kissed the back of it.

Hannah spent some of the evening dancing with her dad, Dixie, and James but now the time had come for James and Anna to leave. She stood by the car and waited for Anna to throw the bouquet of flowers, Hannah noted that most of the women were trying to position themselves in the best possible place to catch it. Anna slowly turned around and Hannah saw her wink before throwing the bouquet, it was then she realised that Anna had deliberately thrown it in her direction. Without thinking she reached out and caught the bouquet in her hands. She heard the complaints of some of the women in the crowd and Hannah realised that it was probably Anna's intention, her way of getting them back as they hadn't really welcomed her in the first place. Hannah smiled at Anna when she was level with her, she hugged her and heard Anna whisper in her ear. 'If anyone deserves to be married then it is you Hannah, I know it is superstition but I hope this means that you'll be the next person to marry the one that they love.'

'Do you want your bouquet back as a memory of your day?'

'You keep it, it is just a copy, the real one is in a box and I'm going to press it when I get home.'

'Okay, thank you Anna.'

'You're welcome.' Hannah waved at Anna when she got in the car, she really was a lovely woman and she couldn't think of anyone better for James.

Dixie looked through the little gift bag that every guest had been given, it had a slice of cake in it, some posh chocolate and a little bottle of perfume, she assumed that the men had been given something similar but with aftershave or something. She pulled out the little party favour that she had taken off the table and ate it. 'Are you eating the party favour now?'

'Yes, something wrong with that?'

'You'll spoil your tea.'

'I have plenty of room for tea as well.'

'How many of them have you got?'

'There were a few left on a couple of the tables as we went out, I nicked them so I have quite a few.'

'Did you?' Dixie heard Hannah laugh. 'Naughty Dixie.'

'What, they're nice, they only would have ended up in the bin anyway.' She unwrapped another of the little pralines and gave it to Hannah. 'See, they're nice, we can always give a couple to Jeff and Polly.'

'Assuming you don't eat them all before then.'

'True, maybe I'll hide some away.'

'Dixie, come here.' Dixie turned around and saw that Hannah was holding a flower from the bouquet she had caught. She stood still as Hannah put the little red rose in her hair. 'It suits you, you look so pretty.'

'Thanks Hannah, let me pick one for you.' Dixie picked one of the other red roses out of the bouquet and gently put it into Hannah's hair. 'There, now we match.' Dixie linked arms with Hannah and together they walked back to the car, it had been a lovely day and she had quite enjoyed herself.