[center][color=teal][h2]Jessamyn "Jess" Bailey[/h2][/color][/center]

Jess gave a little smile, one that came easily to her this time. Things had changed in ways she hadn't expected since she and Roxy had started living together, but one positive change was that they seemed to understand each other better, even if she knew little about what went on in secret. Whatever it was, it explained Roxy's initial hostility. Now the walls between them were starting to come down, sharing the same space may be easier... but as time went on, would getting closer be such a good thing? Roxy had kept her at a distance for a reason, after all.

[color=teal]"Yeah,"[/color] she replied. [color=teal]"It really has, for me and for you."[/color]

The rest of the afternoon was quiet, both of them knowing they'd have to be well rested for the busy day ahead of them. It still took Jess a while to doze off, but since the shock of the shady goings-on had lessened and Roxy could sleep better, so could she. Of course, she woke just as light started to stream through the curtains, instantly knowing the anchor was up and that was what had pulled her from her slumber. She didn't blame Roxy, these things couldn't be helped, but as she wouldn't get back to sleep easily, she might as well get ready for the day too.

Sitting up, she took her phone from the bedside table and looked up the counselling service, scrolling through the reviews. She trusted her mother's judgement, although the positive ratings and comments still brought relief, confirming the service's effectiveness. Presumably for those who could talk one hundred per cent openly, in any case. Which she and Roxy couldn't.

[i]Better than nothing,[/i] she thought as she left the room to shower. Once she'd dressed, she headed to the main area, where Roxy practiced her martial arts techniques. [color=teal]"Hey,"[/color] she greeted her, before going to switch the kettle on. As she waited, she turned. [color=teal]"So... This counselling service. Want me to see if I can book an appointment?"[/color]