- - -

Police sirens and an ambulance were called to Sky’s apartment. Ava’s car only had a minor dent near the trunk when she had hit a metallic recycle bin. Unfortunately that wasn’t the only thing that she hit. In Sky’s attempt to stop her from hitting an oncoming car, Sky had jumped in the back to try to stop the vehicle from moving, her attempt was unsuccessful.

Minutes later, Sky was rushed to the Cody Medical Hospital when her tumble had left her unconscious. Ava felt guilty but had no idea why her car wasn’t working properly. Ava thought to herself, she knew that she pumped her brakes, but why weren’t they working properly?

She then remembered that she was supposed to meet with Nate as she was planning on doing before the accident. Ava gives him a call on his cell phone after waiting patiently in front of the ER. Nate was in his hotel room, drinking a beer, and watching television. He answers on the third ring.

Nate:

Yeah?

Ava:

Hey I know you told me you wanted to see me-

Nate:

I understand.

Ava:

No you don’t. The reason why I was late was because something bad happened.

Nate:

Something good must have happened. You obviously came to your senses and realized who you really want. I’m not the type to wait around so it’s good that we’re being honest with each other.

Ava:

But…

Nate:

Ava I’m tired of playing games. You obviously made your decision and it’s not me.

Ava:

That’s not it! Sky got into-

She heard the click on the other end and knew that he hung up with her. Ava moaned in frustration. A nurse had come out to talk to her.

Ava:

Is she okay?

Nurse:

She’s doing fine. Just some minor cuts and bruises.

Ava:

Am I allowed to see her?

Nurse:

Yeah.

The nurse leads Ava into Sky’s room. Sky’s face was a little bit bruised and had some band aids on her face. She smiles when she sees her.

Sky:

Hey you.

Ava:

Hi. How are you feeling?

Sky:

I feel like I just got hit with a car.

Ava:

I’m so glad that you’re okay.

Sky:

Me too.

Ava:

I honestly don’t know what happened. The brakes in my car went dead and I couldn’t stop.

Sky:

(lying)

That sounds freaky. I was only trying to stop you to tell you thank you for that wonderful kiss.

Ava froze with fear knowing that Sky was getting the wrong impression.

Ava:

It was…

Sky:

Yeah?

Ava looks away from her and smiles.

Ava:

It was nice.

Feeling really bad, Sky held onto Ava’s hand. Ava couldn’t break up with her a second time, especially not after the incident that just took place.

- - -

- - -

In Alicia’s room, Jace’s angry look could have burned holes into Will’s retnas, instead both guys stood their ground.

Jace:

I asked you a question.

Will:

What do you care?

Jace:

Wait you actually have the balls to ask me why I have a right to know the reason you’re giving my girlfriend flowers?

Will:

Look. Out of everyone in our apartment, I trust you the most.

Jace:

That’s still not the answer I'm searching for dude.

Will:

I…

Before Will could answer, Alicia comes up from behind Jace and smiles when she sees Will.

Alicia:

What’s going on boys?

Jace:

It seems Will here has a little Valentines Day gift for you.

Alicia:

Really? That’s awesome because you know Jace didn’t get me anything.

Jace:

Yet. She’ll be getting a big package.

Alicia playfully hits Jace’s arm.

Jace:

So Will why don’t you give those flowers to Alicia. That’s obviously what you came to do.

Will:

They’re not for her!

Jace:

What?

Alicia:

Then who are they for?

Will:

They were for Rena but the surprise is obviously ruined and the fact that I got the bedrooms confused isn’t helping either.

Alicia:

I think she’s here actually. Let me get her for you.

Alicia exits, leaving both guys alone. Will has a smirk on his face but it was the opposite for Jace.

Jace:

You think you’re so smart don’t you?

Will:

Boy Jace you are just full of questions tonight.

Jace:

I’m going to find out if you’re lying or not.

Will:

Okay you go do that. Maybe we could have a big house meeting about it.

Jace:

Very cute.

Alicia and Rena walk back into Alicia’s bedroom. Rena’s eyes light up when she sees the flowers.

Alicia:

I explained to her the mishap.

Rena:

These are for me?

Will:

Yeah. I had to juke you out when you opened the door so surprise!

Rena:

Thank you so much.

Will:

You’re welcome.

Rena takes the flowers and kisses Will’s cheek. Alicia takes Jace’s hand and they begin to leave.

Rena:

Where are you two going?

Alicia:

We’re going to complete our Valentine’s Day, Jace is too cheap to buy me something so instead he makes it up with sex.

Jace:

Basically. Have fun you two.

Will:

Maybe we could go on a double date sometime Jace?

Jace smirks at Will’s comment as he exits with Alicia. Rena looks at Will with suspicious eyes.

Rena:

You're a fast thinker.

Will:

Yeah well…

Rena:

You’re also a liar.

Will:

Oh yeah? You came up with this in the matter of minutes?

Rena:

I know for a fact that these roses weren’t meant for me. I’m not stupid but thank you for the lying gesture.

Will exits Alicia’s apartment and slides against the wall.

Will:

Don’t mention it.

- - -

Upon her escape, Anna Lee walks at a brisk pace down the streets of the university. She loved the college atmosphere. Anna Lee then makes her way into The Palace Café. There were so many things she wanted to try off the menu but before the attendant could take her order, Mark taps on her shoulder.

Mark:

You’re with Bryan Daniels right?

Anna Lee:

Excuse me?

Mark:

Listen you don’t have to play coy with me.

Anna Lee:

Um…I don’t know what you’re talking about.

Mark:

You can put your guard down. We could go somewhere private if you want.

Anna Lee:

No here’s fine. This is such a cool place. Have you tried the Hinsu Ginsu Mocha?

Mark:

I don't care about that. I want you to relay a message to Bryan for me.

Anna Lee:

Sure.

Mark:

Tell him that I said that my offer has been doubled and be better pay it if he doesn’t want everyone to know the deal we made.

Anna Lee:

(relaying)

Deal doubled got it. Wait a minute! Isn’t that extortion?

Mark:

You of all people should know how that games work. Just give Daniels the message.

Anna Lee:

What exactly have I done?

Mark:

Oh honey you have a bigger wrap sheet then Hitler himself.

Anna Lee:

(shocked)

How dare you!

Anna Lee slaps Mark across the face.

Mark:

What the hell’s your problem you psychopath?

Anna Lee:

I’m not going to let you stand there and insult me. I am a great person!

Mark:

Whatever helps you sleep at night.

At the other end of a table, Leon who always had his camera handy, took a picture of Nan slapping Mark.

Leon:

I know that Blake is going to love this.

- - -

In Nan’s room, since Bryan had left, she knew that it was time to let her sister out. The door was shut but all was quiet.

Nan:

I know that you might not like it in there but I just needed some alone time.

Nan begins to open the door but stops.

Nan:

Seriously sis, I’m sorry for what I did. I don’t apologize to anyone ever!

Nan opens the door to find no one in it. Nan frantically looks around and can’t find her triplet.

Nan:

No she didn’t!

Nan slams the door shut out of frustration and looks around the living room.

Nan:

(hollering)

Anna Lee? Where are you? ANNA?!

No one responds. Nan looks around to find Anna Lee’s belongings missing, including the cell phone she left on the couch.

Nan:

Damn it. She did.

Anna Lee gets a call on her cell phone that she grabbed before leaving. It was Nan who wasn’t happy.

Nan:

(screaming)

WHERE IN THE HELL ARE YOU?

Anna Lee:

I’m at the Café. These drinks are amazing by the way. I should come here more often.

Nan:

Get your ass back over here right this instant so help me god if anyone notices you, I’ll kill you myself. Blood is thicker than water!

- - -

John comes back to his room to find it a total mess. There were shards of glass everywhere with roses spread all over the floor. He finds Alley holding herself while sitting on the couch.

John:

What happened here?

Alley:

Your sister did this. She pissed me off and next thing I know, Marissa threw your flowers at me and trashed the place.

John:

Is she here?

Alley:

She’s in her room.

John:

(hollering)

Marissa! Get out here now!

Marissa opens the door with a smile on her face. It turns to shock when she looks around.

Marissa:

What happened here? Alley if you were that angry maybe you could’ve punched a pillow or something.

Alley:

Oh you really are a piece of work. The only thing I would love to punch is your conniving face!

John:

Alley said that you did this.

Marissa:

She’s lying John. Why would I trash this place? What could I gain from that? You’ve been nothing but nice to me by letting me stay here and I’m just appalled that such a thing was suggested.

Alley:

Oh my god! I can’t believe this happening.

John:

I don’t even know what happened so could someone fill me in.

Marissa:

Gladly. When you were gone, Alley slapped me and she started breaking things. It was like hurricane Alley.

Alley:

Yeah I’ll admit to hitting the slut but I draw the line when I’m called a liar.

John:

Why can’t you two just get along? Please that’s all I ask.

Marissa:

I tried John but your girlfriend is just too much to handle. Alley might be a danger to everyone in this apartment. Let alone your daughter.

Alley jumps over the couch and lunges for Marissa with swinging arms. Marissa tried shielding herself from Alley. John quickly grabs Alley who’s still trying to attack her.

John:

Calm down!

Marissa:

See what I mean, the girl’s crazy! She’s one card short of a full deck.

John:

Marissa let me handle it. Just go and check on L.J.

Marissa exits. John looks off to the side out of frustration. Marissa smiles at Alley and sticks her tongue out while flicking her off.

Alley:

You’re lucky you’re brother’s here!

Alley runs after Marissa again but John stops her.

John:

Hey! Quit it!

Alley:

She lied about everything. I was just enjoying something you gave me and she ruined it. Just like she’s ruining this relationship and my life.

John:

I wasn’t here and I don’t know who to believe but I think it would be best if you just go.

Alley:

(shocked)

You’re kicking me out?

John:

Just for the night. I think you should just go back to your room. You two need to be separated and I need some alone time.

Alley:

But-

John:

Please Alley, we’ll talk tomorrow.

Alley exits John’s room. The door slam hurt her inside. She turns around looks back at John’s room. Tears came out of her eyes.

Alley:

You won’t get away with this you bitch!

- - -

The next afternoon, after all of the Valentine’s Day messes, Blake and Marli enjoy a nice lunch at Azario’s Restaurant.

Marli:

This place is nice. I swear if you keep taking me out I’m going to gain weight.

Blake:

I know right. I’m just happy I can afford places like these. Last night was fun.

Marli:

It truly was romantic. Sorry about the way I acted with that photographer. I’m just not used to all this attention so that’s why I kind of freaked.

Blake:

The guy was a prick. I would’ve reacted the same way.

Marli smiles at him for understanding her.

Blake:

How’s Point Palace treating you aside from being badgered by stupid reporters?

Marli:

Great. I really like it here. It was actually not that bad of a change because someone I kind of, sort of, dated works at the school.

Blake:

(curious)

Really? Who’s that?

Marli:

You might know him. Nate Mavick.

Blake nearly choked on his drink after hearing the name.

Blake:

Nate really? That’s…interesting. Yeah Nate and I go way back. That’s…yeah that’s…something else.

Marli:

But I’m glad that I met you. You’ve showed so many good things about Point Palace.

Bryan walks out with Lanoi and Benjamin. All of them notice Blake and Marli.

Bryan:

It’s so good to see you again Blake.

Blake:

Wish I could say the same. Benjamin, Lanoi.

Lanoi:

Can’t wait for the next meeting it should be interesting.

Benjamin:

I agree. Who’s this lovely lady?

Bryan:

Yes we’re all dying to know.

Marli:

My name’s Marli Calloway. I’m new to this school.

Lanoi:

My name is Lanoi Dickson, this is Benjamin Cliffside, and Bryan Daniels. Nice to meet you.

Marli:

Likewise.

Benjamin:

Thank you for lunch Bryan.

Benjamin escorts Lanoi to the exit but Bryan doesn’t go anywhere.

Bryan:

We got out of everything. The charges and all of your lies. There’s nothing that you can do to us. We’re practically unstoppable.

Blake:

Shut up!

Bryan:

Did you hear me Hammerhead? I said that your ex and I are running [!@#$%^&*]. There’s nothing you can do about it.

Blake stands up and punches Bryan in the face. Bryan falls back into another table. Bryan stands back up and punches Blake back. Blake falls onto a chair. Blake gets up and the two begin to struggle. Benjamin runs over and breaks up the fight.

Benjamin:

Break it up you two!

Both guys stop.

Bryan:

Did you see what our dear president just did? He has some anger issues that he needs resolved. Take a good look at who’s running this school!

Bryan and Benjamin exit. Blake just kept shaking his head while Marli was consoling his wounds.

- - -

Outside of the Emergency Room at Cody Medical Hospital, Dylan was right about to go under for his surgery. He lies on a hospital bed, covered with hospital sheets, and a hospital cap on his head. Before he went in Carrie held on to his hand.

Carrie:

You can do this. Once you wake up, you’ll be fine, and hopefully this will all be over.

Dylan:

I can only hope.

Carrie:

You’re doing the right thing. That’s all you can really think about.

Dylan:

I need to tell you something.

Carrie:

Yeah?

Dylan:

I’m scared. I’m just nervous. What if something happens? What if something goes wrong? I…I just don’t know.

Carrie lightly smiles. She takes his hand and kisses it.

Carrie:

You’re in great hands. You’ll be just fine. There’s nothing to be scared about.

Dylan:

I love you.

Carrie:

I know because I love you too.

Carrie leans in and kisses him. Rebecca walks out in her surgical gear.

Rebecca:

They’re ready for you now Dylan.

Dylan:

Let’s do this. Let’s fight my cancer!

Rebecca wheels Dylan inside of the main part of the ER. Carrie stood outside of the closed doors and sat down. She folds her hands to pray.

Carrie:

Please god…please let everything be okay with Dylan. That’s all I ask.

- - -

Later in the evening, Carlos walks into Jenny’s room to check on her. After taking a long shower, Jenny combs her hair and looks into the mirror. She sees Nick standing before her holding their child and laughing.

Jenny:

NO! GET OUT OF MY HEAD. NO!

Carlos rushes into the room to see what’s wrong.

Carlos:

Chica what’s going on?

Jenny:

I saw him. He was holding our baby. This is upsetting me way too much.

Carlos:

Okay. We just have to deal with this. Maybe I can raise it as my own. We can pretend that none of this ever happened.

Jenny:

Pretend? I can’t pretend that this child I’m carrying belongs to the guy who raped me. I would just…see Nick every time I looked at it. If I looked into it's eyes, I'd see Nick's drunk eyes when he was standing on top of me, right about to do what he did.

Carlos:

I know but…

Jenny:

It’s pretty obvious what I need to do.

Carlos:

Jenny that’s a pretty big decision.

Jenny:

He was your enemy. There’s no way in hell I’d want to have any traces of Nick around. I could maybe give it up for adoption…but still I would always wonder.

Carlos:

Whatever you do Jenny, I’ll be here for you.

Carlos gets a call on his cell phone. He answers it.

Carlos:

Hey Agatha. Yeah I guess we can discuss what we found out. You pretty much know about the situation anyway.

Jenny:

I want to be the one to tell her.

Carlos:

Hold on Agatha.

(to Jenny)

Let me handle this.

Jenny:

(angry)

No! Let me talk to her. Please.

Jenny tries reaching for the phone but Carlos doesn’t let her have it.

Jenny:

Give it to me Carlos!

Carlos tries walking away but Jenny won’t stop to reach for the phone. She tugs one last time but loses her balance and begins to fall backwards. Jenny tries regaining her balance but instead trips on the leg of her bed and falls out of a two story window.