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As Dagger was playing with Garry and Bonnie she heard the words “Fire fire,” being yelled by Tucker. She guided the terrified children through the fire and smoked filled living room safely to the rest of the family who were standing outside. As she did a head count of the children she realised Dakota and Cobie, Leland’s sons were still in the house.

“Where are you going?” called Leland as she headed back to the fire. “Cobie and Dakota are still in the house, I’ll go I’m quicker on my feet,” cried Dagger as she sprinted into the house. She was the Chapman’s new nanny and had only been with the family two weeks.

Beth, Leland and Dog couldn’t believe what she was doing for their family. Dagger coughed and spluttered a great deal as she reached the living room. “Cobie…Dakota,” she yelled as she tried to stop herself from inhaling to much smoke. “In here,” yelled Dakota from one of the bedrooms.

Dagger carefully made her way along the hall and twice dodged the ceiling as it caved in. She knew she couldn’t chance taking them back through the house so she would help them out the window and into the back garden. As she reached the bedroom door she opened it, walked through it quickly and slammed it shut again. “It’s going to be ok boys I promise,” said Dagger through her coughs as she pulled them close and they hugged her. “I’ll get you out of here,” said Dagger as she opened the window fully.

Using most of her energy she lifted Cobie and Dakota through it. She had to rest for a few minutes as the smoke inhalation was getting to be too much. “Come on Dagger,” called the boys from the garden. She smiled at them and pulled all her strength together to pull herself through the window. She knew if she hadn’t Dakota and Cobie wouldn’t have left her to go to their dad and safety.

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Once out of the house she lay on the grass to get her breath back. When she got her breath back she got onto her feet slowly. Together they headed round to the rest of the family. As they headed round the side of the house they heard sirens and Dagger stumbled. Dakota and Cobie looked at each other in horror. They knew the smoke inhalation must be bad if Dagger could hardly walk. They instantly put one of her arms round their shoulders and helped her round the front as she coughed and spluttered.

Before they reached the family Dagger stood up. “Thanks,” she whispered to both boys before she sent them running to their dad, Leland. “Dad,” they both called as they both ran to him. Leland dropped to his knees and hugged his boys tightly as Dagger slowly made her way over. When they finally let go of each other Leland got up and turned to Dagger who was coughing.

“Thank you so much…words are not enough to tell you how thankful I am…Are you ok? You don’t look so good,” said Leland looking at her with concern, for Dagger was as white as a sheet. “I’m fine,” said Dagger coughing. She managed a weak smile before blackness took over and she collapsed. Leland have quick reactions caught her and laid her gently on the ground so she wouldn’t hurt herself.

“Dagger,” cried the kids worriedly when they saw what happened. Minutes later the fire brigade and paramedics arrived. The firemen started to put the fire out while the paramedics treated everyone for smoke inhalation. When the paramedics didn’t get a response from Dagger they loaded her into the ambulance and rushed to the hospital. Leland, Dakota and Cobie all jumped into the car and headed to the hospital. They weren’t going to leave her on her own after all she had done for the family.

“Where was Dagger Hardy taken?” asked Leland when they walked into the reception. “She’s been taken to…wait are you family?” asked the nurse who realised what she was about to say. “Closest thing to it, she has no family on the Island,” said Leland as he took his sons by the hand. They all prayed they would get some information. “She’s been taken to intensive care; I’ll get a doctor for you. He’ll be able to tell you more,” said the nurse as she went to fetch a doctor.

“You’re here for Dagger Hardy?” asked the doctor as he walked up to Leland and the kids. “Yes sir…how is she? Can we see her?” asked Leland nervously. “She’s still unconscious, but she should wake up in her own time, just head up to ICU and ask for her, she’s in her own private room,” said the doctor smiling. “Thank you,” said Leland, Dakota and Cobie together as they headed to the sixth floor.

They were shown into her room when they asked for her. “Will she be ok dad?” asked Cobie near tears as they sat down beside her bed. “She will be son, she’s a fighter,” said Leland as he took her hand. It was at that point he realised he was falling in love with Dagger. When she woke up he intended to tell her.

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**6 weeks later**

Leland had just sat down at Dagger’s bed after getting a cup of coffee when Beth came in with Cobie, Dakota, Cecily, Bonnie and Garry. The children missed Dagger and wanted to see her. “Any change?” asked Beth as she and the children sat down. “Not yet but the doctors are hopeful, let’s talk outside,” said Leland as he got up and headed out the door. “We’ll be outside the door, come and get us if you need us,” said Beth as she followed Leland.

The kids all chatted to Dagger telling her all about their day. While they were talking to her she started to come round. In among the chatter she heard the beeping of machinery and wondered where she was. She turned her head to the machinery and saw Dakota and Bonnie’s smiling faces looking back at her. “Hey kids,” said Dagger smiling weakly as the children squealed in delight. “I’ll get mum,” said Bonnie as she bounced up. “I’ll get dad,” said Dakota as he followed Bonnie.

They waited patiently until the adults had finished talking. “What is it baby girl?” asked Beth as she looked at her youngest daughter who was nearly jumping up and down as she ran out of patience. “Dagger’s awake,” said Bonnie and Dakota together as they pulled their parents into the room. As they entered the room they saw Cobie, Garry and Cecily all on the bed curled round her. The kids only moved when Dakota and Bonnie demanded their turn. Beth and Leland watched smiling they knew how much the kids loved Dagger and Beth knew that Leland loved her.

“Hey Leland, hey Beth,” said Dagger smiling when she noticed them. “Hey sista how you feeling?” asked Beth as she sat down on a chair beside the bed. “Like I’ve been hit by a bus,” replied Dagger smiling. “I’ll take the kids to get something to eat then we’ll be back,” said Beth as she ushered the children out. “Welcome back to the land of the living baby girl we thought we had lost you,” said Leland as he sat down on the edge of the bed.

“It’ll take more than that to get rid of me,” said Dagger smiling as he took her hand. “Glad to hear it…I meant what I said words are not enough to express how thankful I am for what you did for my boys,” said Leland as he kissed her hand. “Anyone would have done the same,” said Dagger who was wondering how long she had been lying in a hospital bed. “Thank you,” said Leland again as he kissed her forehead.

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He wanted to tell her that he loved her and wanted to kiss her but he didn’t want to freak her out after just waking up. At that moment a doctor appeared. “Miss Hardy, it’s great to see you awake and talking,” said the doctor as Dagger smiled. “How long have I been out of it? What have I missed?” she asked hoping it hadn’t been that long. She gave Leland’s hand a squeeze as she waited for a reply.

“It’s now been 6 weeks since you’ve been brought in and your boyfriend hasn’t moved from your side,” said the doctor. Dagger didn’t know what to say, she was shocked she had been out cold for so long. She was happy she saved the children and it was worth missing 6 weeks of her life for it. “I’ll be right back,” said Leland as he noticed Beth waving for him at the window.

“He’s not my boyfriend,” said Dagger as she studied the end of the bed. When she had first met Leland she had fallen for his smile. As she had got to know him she had fallen for him more. “I’m sorry it’s just with him being here I thought,” said the doctor looking red faced. “That’s ok, he’s only here because he’s the closest thing I have to family on the island,” said Dagger explaining the situation. “Where are your family?” asked the doctor as she wondered where her family where.

“Dad really doesn’t like flying and Matt and Jeff my brothers are wrestling somewhere with the WWE,” said Dagger yawning. “I’ll let you get some rest,” said the doctor as she slipped out of the room and Leland came in. “Are you staying tonight?” asked Dagger as he sat down. “Yeah if you want me to,” said Leland as he got comfy in the chair.

“Please and could you do me a favour?” asked Dagger embarrassed. “Anything,” replied Leland smiling. “Will you hold me tonight?” she asked as she moved over in the bed, for what happened was all coming back to her. “Of course,” said Leland as he lay down beside her and she cuddled into him. “Thanks,” said Dagger as he kissed the top of her head. They fell asleep in the comfort of each others arms.

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They awoke the next morning to find the doctor and her interns looking at them. “Did we not have enough beds?” asked an intern innocently causing everyone to laugh. “I’ll leave you to it,” said Leland getting up as his phone started to vibrate in his pocket. He slipped out of the room and answered it. It was Dagger’s brother Jeff.

“Howz it brah,” said Leland when he answered. “Hey how is my little sister today?” asked Jeff as he checked into the airport. They were going to surprise her by flying to Hawaii now that Vince had given them time off. Leland knew they were coming. “She’s finally awake, I’ve slipped out of the room for I figured it would be you brah,” said Leland as he headed outside for a smoke. “Our flight is in an hour and it takes an hour and a half so we’ll arrive at the airport at 10.30am,” said Jeff as Matt and Amy checked in.

“I’ll be there brah, see you later bye,” said Leland before hanging up the phone. He was picking Matt, Jeff and Amy up at the airport so he needed someone to sit with Dagger. He didn’t want her to get bored. He knew exactly who to call…his baby sister Lyssa. She promised she would be there by 10am so that would give him plenty of time to get to the airport.

He walked back into the room to find Dagger smiling happily. “Good news baby girl?” asked Leland as he sat down beside her bed. “I can go home tomorrow,” said Dagger happily as Leland smiled. “As far as I know you’re staying with me while Beth finishes up the house,” said Leland as Lyssa walked in the door. “It should only be for a few weeks,” said Lyssa as she sat down.

“I have to go and do something I’ll be back in an hour,” said Leland jumping up, he couldn’t believe it was ten o’clock already. “Don’t miss me to much,” said Leland as he kissed her forehead and walked out. “Smoke?” asked Lyssa. Lyssa didn’t smoke but knew Dagger probably wanted one. “Yes please,” said Dagger laughing. “I’ll go get a wheel chair,” said Lyssa as she left the room to get one.

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They both knew it would be a good idea seeing as Dagger had been lying in a bed for 6 weeks. A nurse came in to help Dagger into the wheel chair and Lyssa wheeled her into the sunshine. “It feels so good to be out in the sun,” said Dagger lighting a cigarette as she enjoyed the warmth. “You’ll be out of here soon,” said Lyssa as she sat down on a bench. “Tomorrow if I’m lucky. Do they know what started the fire?” asked Dagger for she had been trying to think of that but couldn’t come up with an answer.

“Justin was having a sneaky smoke and didn’t put it out properly,” said Lyssa as Dagger looked at her in shock. They all knew Beth had banned Justin from smoking in the house. They just didn’t think he would be careless when trying to be sneaky. “I bet Beth is pissed,” said Dagger thinking out loud. “She doesn’t know, dad decided not to tell her cos he knows she’ll boot Justin out,” said Lyssa quietly waiting for Dagger to blow up.

“Fair enough I wouldn’t want to cross Beth in a temper,” said Dagger smiling. She wanted to be mad at Justin but she couldn’t for he was a big kid at heart who made her laugh when she felt down. “Justin wants to come and see you but he’s scared how you and Leland will react,” said Lyssa after a few minutes of debating this inside her head. “I take it Leland knows how the fire started? Well Leland ain’t here and I would love to see Justin,” said Dagger.

She wanted to tell him that she wasn’t mad. “Yeah he does and he’s pissed, he doesn’t want Justin anywhere near you. I’ll ring him and tell him the coast is clear,” said Lyssa giggling as she pulled out her cell phone. Justin arrived twenty minutes later after Dagger and Lyssa had gone back in. “Howz it Dagger, I’m so sorry for all of this, I never meant for this to happen,” said Justin with tears in his eyes.

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“Justin brah it could have been worse, someone could have been injured worse or killed,” said Dagger giving Justin a hug. “So am I forgiven?” asked Justin looking hopeful. “Nothing to forgive brah,” said Dagger smiling. They all chatted together happily until Leland arrived back with Matt, Jeff and Amy. “What’s he doing here?” demanded Leland as he walked in the door. “I’m here to see Dagger,” said Justin defending himself.

“Do you not think you’ve done enough, it’s your fault she’s here in the first place,” snapped Leland as Matt and Jeff shot evil looks at Justin. “It could have been worse but everyone is fine and I wanted him here,” said Dagger forcibly daring Leland to argue with her. Leland shot Justin a dirty look and then sat down. “Matt, Jeff, Amy when did you get here?” asked Dagger when she realised they were there. “Leland picked us up,” said Jeff giving his sister a hug.

“We’ll give you some time to catch up,” said Lyssa as she dragged Leland and Justin out of the room. “That was nice of Leland to collect you from the airport,” said Dagger as she gave Matt and Amy a hug. “He called us weeks ago, but you know what Vince is like for giving us time off. Leland has been giving us updates. He’s been so worried about you,” said Amy as she sat on the bed. “That’s cause he knows your wrestlers and you’d kick his ass,” said Dagger giggling at the thought.

“No sweetie it’s cause he loves you,” said Jeff kindly as he confirmed the thought Dagger didn’t want to voice. Who else would sit by her bed for 6 weeks praying she would wake up. “I think I love him to,” said Dagger smiling as she thought back to when she first met Leland. “Isn’t that sweet,” said Amy teasing her sister in law. “Can anyone join or is this a private party?” asked Dog from the door. “Dog come in come in, is Beth with you?” asked Dagger smiling as she waved him in.

“Of course I’m here,” said Beth walking in as Lyssa, Leland and Justin followed her in. They signalled not to mention about Justin starting the fire. “These are my brothers Matt and Jeff and this is my sister in law Amy,” said Dagger introducing her family to Dog. “Nice to meet you,” said Dog shaking their hands. “How you feeling sista?” asked Beth as she sat on Dog’s knee. “I can’t wait to get home. Are you having fun redecorating?” asked Dagger with a smile, she knew Beth loved doing things to the house.

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“I’m having loads of fun, you won’t know the place, though you’ll be staying with Leland for a while as the house isn’t ready,” said Beth thinking about the smoke damaged rooms she still had to decorate. “Only if Leland doesn’t mind,” said Dagger shyly as Matt, Jeff and Amy grinned. “Course I don’t mind. The more the merrier, as the rest of your family are staying with me,” said Leland smiling knowing that he would be sleeping on the sofa while Matt, Jeff and Amy were visiting.

“Then it’s settled,” said Dagger smiling happily. At that moment the doctor appeared. “Do you realise how late it is? My patient needs sleep if I’m releasing her in the morning,” said the doctor kindly. “I didn’t realise it was so late,” said Dog as he and Beth got up. “We’ll see you at home tomorrow,” said Beth as she gave the younger girl a hug before leaving. “We’ll see you tomorrow sista,” said Lyssa and Justin as they slipped out of the room. “I’ll get your family settled then I’ll be back,” said Leland smiling as Matt, Jeff and Amy hugged her. “See you when you get back,” said Dagger as she kissed his cheek.

She tried to stay awake for Leland coming back but when she felt her eyes getting heavy she moved over and fell asleep. When Leland returned he smiled for he knew what Dagger wanted. He climbed on to the bed and put his arms around her and she cuddled into him. He fell asleep thinking that sooner or later he and Dagger would be together.

Leland awoke the next morning to find Dagger still snuggled into him. He kissed the top of head and went back to sleep. He knew it would be a while before the doctor and her interns came round. When Dagger awoke ten minutes later she felt Leland’s arms round her and smiled. She yawned and stretched as the doctor came into the room. “Morning doc,” said Dagger smiling as Leland slowly woke up.

“Morning, how would you like to go home today?” asked the doctor as she checked over Dagger’s chart. “Really?” asked Dagger getting excited. “Really, you can go home at lunch time,” said the doctor smiling. She liked Dagger for the young girl was always smiling no matter what news she got. “I’ll leave you to it,” said the doctor as she slipped out of the room. “I’ll be right back,” said Leland as he kissed her forehead and followed the doctor.

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He wanted to check a few things out. “Doctor can I speak with you for a minute? I need to ask you a few things,” said Leland when he caught up with her at the nurses’ station. “Ask away,” said the doctor, she knew Leland would have questions. “Is Dagger on bed rest when she goes home? When can she go back to work?” asked Leland knowing Dagger was missing the children. “Another 3 weeks rest then she can go back to work,” said the doctor. “She’s going to hate that, thanks doc,” said Leland as he headed back to the room.

“What did the doctor say?” asked Dagger as he came back in. “You can go back to work in 3 weeks but until then you have to rest,” said Leland as he sat down. “Sounds good now I’m going for a shower,” said Dagger as she stretched and got up. Leland watched as she collected her stuff and headed to the shower room before he headed out for a smoke. When he came back he found her fully dressed and ready to go.

“Can we go?” asked Dagger as he walked into the room. “Yeah sure, I’ll get a nurse then I’ll get the car,” said Leland as he pulled out his car keys. Ten minutes later they were on their way home. When they reached the house he parked the car and carried her into the house. “I can walk you know,” she said giggling as he set her down on the sofa. Doctor said you had to rest,” said Leland as he kissed her nose causing her to giggle.

“I’m taking Matt and Jeff to help on a bounty today so you and Amy have the house to yourself,” said Leland getting his bag ready as Matt, Jeff and Amy came into the room. “Hey little sis how you feeling?” asked Jeff as he kissed her cheek. “Lot’s better. I hear you’re going on a bounty today. Have lots of fun, Amy and I are going to chill and watch DVD’s,” said Dagger laughing at their excited faces. Matt, Jeff and Leland left twenty minutes later though they could tell Leland didn’t want to leave.

“It’s so good to be home,” said Dagger as she lit a cigarette. “Leland’s glad to have you home, he seems to want to rip Justin limb from limb,” said Amy as she flicked through the channels. “To bad I won’t let him, he seems to care about me a lot,” said Dagger as she found an ash tray. “He doesn’t just care about you he loves you,” said Amy who realised that Dagger didn’t remember the conversation from the night before.

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“Then why doesn’t he take me out?” asked Dagger sounding slightly pissed off. “Give him time poor guy is nervous. He thinks you’ll say no,” said Amy reassuring her. “I won’t say no,” said Dagger smiling, she would love to go for a date with Leland and end up back in his bed. Amy laughed as Dagger went red at the thought. “I’ll talk to him for you,” said Amy smiling happily. “Thanks sista,” said Dagger as they settled down to watch a DVD.

Meanwhile the guys were getting ready to go on a bounty. “So you and Amy have the kids room, Jeff has the spare room and Dagger has my room, so I have the sofa,” said Leland discussing the sleeping arrangements with Matt. “If I know Dagger you’ll not be on the sofa for long,” said Matt laughing. “What makes you think that?” asked Leland clearly confused.

“She loves you brah and I mean really loves you. I’ve never seen her like this before,” said Jeff joining the conversation. “Can we got some work done?” asked Dog cutting the conversation short. They all sat down to listen to Youngblood read the file. “Right just to warn Matt and Jeff this is one of mine so it could get interesting. Girls name is Carol Nunu, she’s 21 years old, she’s out on bond for car theft and drink driving. Her bond is $15,000,” said Youngblood as he put her picture on the board.

When they were ready they all jumped into the SUV’s. Matt and Jeff went with Beth and the others went with Youngblood. They were leaving it to Beth to explain to the boys what they had to do. “We know she’s a wrestling fan and a Hardy fan. When she came in to do her paper work Dagger was in watching your DVD. Well Carol came in and sat down beside Dagger and watched it with her. So we want you to go to the door and tell her you’re here to spend the day with her. When you bring her to the car I’ll cuff her,” said Beth as they headed to the fugitives house. “Not a problem,” replied Matt and Jeff together.

They were excited to be involved in a bounty. When they arrived at the house Matt and Jeff headed for the front door while Leland and Daune-Lee headed to the back in case she ran. Matt rang the bell and waited for someone to answer. “You’re Matt and Jeff Hardy,” said Carol when she answered the door. “Yeah and we’re here to take you out for the day,” said Jeff as Carol squealed in delight. “Give me one minute,” said Carol as she ran back in to get her coat.

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As they made their way ti the car Dog hid round the back of Beth's car. As Carol approached the SUV Beth walked out from behind it. "I'm sorry sista you're going to jail," said Beth as she produced a pair of handcuffs. "You set me up?" she asked the Hardyz. She looked extremely shocked. "Sorry we had to, you missed court," said Jeff as he shrugged his shoulders. Beth handcuffed her and loaded her into the car.

Dog and Youngblood went with her and Leland and Daune-Lee took Dog's car back to the office. "You did well, thanks for your help today," said Daune-Lee as they headed back. Leland was outside having a smoke when his phone started ringing. "Howz it dad," said Leland answering the phone. "We're taking the rest of the day off. We'll meet you at your house and we can go to the beach, Dagger can rest and sunbathe at the same time," said Dog as Leland laughed .

"Sounds like a good plan dad," said Leland as he threw his cigarette away. "We'll see you there son, I'll drop Beth and Tim off then I'll get the kids," said Dog before hanging up. He text Dagger to let her know they were coming then he went in and rounded everyone else up. They arrived at the house twenty minutes later.

"Beach time," said Dagger happily. She was wearing a pale pink bikini that she had borrowed from Amy. She would have to go shopping when she was feeling stronger. "You look great," said Leland when he finally found his tongue. When Beth and Youngblood arrived they all headed down to the beach. Dog and Lyssa would meet them down there.

Dagger watched and laughed as Cecily, Bonnie, Garry, Travis, Dakota, Cobie and Abby got out of the car and raced down the beach. They stopped short of falling on top of her before jumping on her for a hug. "I take it you missed me," said Dagger laughing as Garry, Travis and Abby continued to cuddle into her. "Oh we do, when are you coming back to look after us?" asked Garry as he cuddled into her for the second time.

"I'll be back soon and I can't wait," said Dagger as the kids finally let her go. She watched them play for hours and got told to sit down every time she got up. A few hours later they headed home. "I'm shattered, I'm off to bed...wait where am I sleeping?" asked Dagger as she realised she had nowhere to sleep. "You're taking my bed," said Leland as he sat down on the sofa.

"Thanks Leland," said Dagger as she headed upstairs to bed thinking Leland was in Dakota's bed. "She wakes up every night and gets a drink, just so you know," said Jeff as he winked at Leland. An hour later Matt and Amy headed to bed, Jeff helped Leland make up the sofa before he headed to bed.

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Jeff was right at 3am Dagger woke with a very dry throat. She slipped out of bed and headed downstairs. Before she turned on the light she realised there was someone on the sofa. "I thought he was in the spare room," whispered Dagger to herself. "You ok?" asked Leland sittign up. He had woken to hear her talk to herself. "Yeah I just came down for a drink, I didn't know you were sleeping down here," said Dagger as she sat down on the edge of the sofa.

"Matt and Amy have the kids room, Jeff has the spare room and you have my room, so I have the sofa," said Leland as he moved over to give her more room. "Your bed is a double, we can share," she said as she got up and headed to the kitchen for a bottle of water. "I didn't want to assume anything," said Leland truthfully. He wanted to be with her but didn't want to rush anything. "Come with me," she said as she took his hand and lead him upstairs. "You can share with me it will be better than the sofa," said Dagger as they got into bed. "Wanna cuddle in?" asked Leland as he held out his arms.

"Hell yeah," said Dagger as she cuddled in and looked into his eyes. He smiled as he leant in and captured her lips in a gentle kiss. "I've been wanting to do that for a while," said Leland as he kissed her forehead. "I'm glad you did," said Dagger as she kissed him again. They fell asleep peacefully in each others arms.

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The next morning they headed down to the kitchen together. "Morning brah, morning little sis," said Jeff as they walked in. "Morning Jeffie," said Dagger as she gave him a hug. "We got a call from Vince this morning he needs us back," said Jeff as Dagger sat down and lit a cigarette. "Well if you're needed you have to go, you don't need to worry bout me, if I need you I can ring," said Dagger as Jeff grinned at her. He knew his little sister would understand.

"Thanks sis," said Jeff as he kissed her cheek. "When do you have to go?" she asked as she got up and got a glass of juice. "Today, Matt and Amy are packing," said Jeff as he grabbed some breakfast. "I'll take you to the airport before taking Dagger out for the day," said Leland sitting down at the table. "Thanks brah," said Jeff smiling. "Oh where are we going?" asked Dagger getting excited. She couldn't stand the thought of being in the house on her own.

"You'll have to wait and see," said Leland laughing. He was taking her shopping then out to dinner. "I look ofrward to it," she said flashing him a smile that made his heart melt. "It will be fun," said Leland as he caught her lips in a gentle kiss. "So you finally got together," said Jeff as he left the kitchen to finish packing his bag. "I'll take Matt, Jeff and Amy to the airport, then I'll come back for you. I want you to rest before we go out," said Leland as he put his dishes in the sink.

"I'll be ready," said Dagger happily. "Call me anytime and I'll text you my new number when I get a new mobile," said Dagger as she hugged Matt, Jeff and Amy goodbye. "Stay safe little sis," said Matt and Jeff as they kissed her cheek. When they had left Dagger lay down on the sofa and watched silence of the lambs. "You gotta love Anthony Hopkins," said Dagger to herself. "Hopefully not more than me though," said Leland as he came into the room. "Course not," she said as she pulled him in for a passionate kiss.

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"You ready to go?" he asked as he pulled her to her feet. "Yeah will I do for I have no clothes," she said as she twirled to show off what she was wearing. She had thrown on one of his t-shirts and a pair of his blue combats. "Very sexy," said Leland grinning. Together they headed to the car. "Time to hit the shops and it's all on me," said Leland as he handed over his credit card. "You're the best," she said as she kissed his cheek and lightly traced her hand up and down his leg causing a stirring in his combats.

When they reached the city center they headed into her favourite shops together. An hour later they left with several bags of clothes. "Just one more shop to go to," said Leland as they placed their bags in the car. "You've spent enough, you don't need to get me anything else," she said as he directed her to a dress shop. "You can pick whatever one you want to wear tonight," said Leland as Dagger started looking round the shop.

As she looked round the shop her eyes fell on a plastic model wearing a pale blue dress. She instantly fell in love with it. "Can I try this one?" she asked the sales assisstant who appeared out of nowhere. "Sure thing," replied the girl smiling as she removed the dress from the model and handed it to Dagger.

"Well how do I look?" asked Dagger as she emerged from the changing room. "You look beautiful," said Leland when he found his tongue. "I'll take this one," said Dagger smiling happily as she went to get changed into her street clothes. Leland paid for the dress then together they headed home. "I suggest you jump in the shower and put your new dress on cause we're going out in an hour," said Leland as they walked into the house and dumped the clothes in Dagger's room.