"Thank you," Alicia repeated for what felt like the millionth time.  They pulled into the gated community.  The young woman was shocked by the beauty of the place.  While her apartment wasn't the worst in the community, it didn't compare to this.  Each home looked new and kept, each garden bright and trimmed, each car shiny and high tech.  She sighed and secretly hoped to have this one day for herself.

Alicia looked over at Juliette and smiled.  She couldn't figure out why Juliette did so many wonderful things for Jake and she especially couldn't figure out why she did so many wonderful things for her.  Alicia had nothing to offer to Juliette except friendship and... possibly something more personal than friendship.  Alicia's thoughts wondered.  From the moment Juliette showed her extreme kindness at the restaurant Alicia fell for her.  It wasn't even because Juliette was a world famous model- something Alicia didn't realize until after a few meetings- it was because of her sympathy and friendliness.  At times she wondered if Juliette felt the same way, even a little bit.  Why else would she be so kind?  Then again, Alicia would never have the courage to reveal her feelings.

After a few moments, the car pulled to a stop and Alicia realized she had been staring at Juliette.  She had zoned out while thinking and her gaze just so happened to rest onto Juliette.  Even without the abilities of an angel, anyone could read Alicia's emotions.  She was the definition of an open book and was completely unaware.

Katherine opened up the door and Alicia quickly stepped out.  She wasn't used to anyone catering to her.  The simple gesture made her uncomfortable.  "Um, thank you, uh, Katherine."

They were at the driveway of the house and Alicia was in awe.  Although it was simplier than the other houses, it was much more than she had ever in person so close.  She had driven by nice communities, dreaming with her brother that one day they would live in one.  Other than that, this was her first time being at the doorstep of such a beautiful house.