Life After Summer Bay

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Episode 16

The next day (Thursday), Pippa and Ian arrive at the Carrington Ranges Local Court where they attend Tiffany’s trial.
Pippa: I wonder what’s going to happen?
Ian: I bet the brat will get off with a warning.
Pippa: We’ll see.
Bailiff: All rise for the honourable Judge Sandra Skinner.
*Pippa and Ian stand up as Judge Skinner makes her way to the judges desk*
Judge Skinner: You may be seated.
*Pippa and Ian sit down*
Judge Skinner: Now then, let’s get down to business. Tiffany Rongo, you have been charged with grievous bodily harm as well as shoplifting. How do you plead?
Tiffany: Oh, I plead not guilty.
Judge Skinner: I’d drop the sarcastic tone if I was you.
*Tiffany sulks*
Judge Skinner: I would like to call Lena Denkova to the stand.
*Lena makes her way to the stand*
Ian: Who’s that?
Pippa: Tina’s mother. She’s testifying on her behalf because Tina is still recovering in hospital from the assault.
Judge Skinner: Mrs Denkova, would you like to tell us what happened on the 9th of this month?
Lena: This bitch whacked my daughter over the head with a baseball bat! *points at Tiffany*
Tiffany: I should’ve killed her when I had the chance!
Judge Skinner: ORDER! Miss Rongo, I suggest you be quiet before I‘ll place you in a cell! *to Lena* Go on, Mrs Denkova.
Lena: My poor baby is still fighting for life in hospital because of what Tiffany did! All I want to know is…WHY?!
Tiffany: The slag ditched me as I was shoplifting out of Clancy’s Supermarket!
Lena: You are a pathetic excuse of a human being! *to Judge Skinner* May I go please?
Judge Skinner: Thank you, Mrs Denkova.
*Lena heads back to the dock*
Judge Skinner: Next, I’d like to call Julie Callaghan to the stand.
Pippa: *whispering to Ian* That was Matthew and Tiffany’s foster mother in the city.
Ian: Oh. This should be good.
(Meanwhile, Patricia is looking after the house and her domineering behaviour is starting to annoy Tiegan.)
Patricia: I asked for my Nescafe to be hot, not cold!
Tiegan: That’s what I did!
Patricia: No, you made it cold! I swear, my girl, you are turning out like Philippa!
*Tiegan becomes enraged!*
Tiegan: Don’t you DARE talk that way about Pippa! She is a good woman that cares about us, more than I can say for an old battleaxe like you!
Patricia: Who do you think you’re talking to, my girl?! In my day, teenagers respected their elders!
Tiegan: Well, I don’t respect anyone that disrespects Pippa! So…BITE ME!
*Patricia gasps in shock*
Patricia: How dare you!
Tiegan: How dare I? How dare I?! You know what…
*Before Tiegan can do anything, Stephanie races downstairs*
Stephanie: Come on, Tiegan. She’s not worth it.
*Stephanie takes Tiegan out to the backyard*
Tiegan: She is starting to really annoy me!
Stephanie: I know, but we have to respect her because she is Ian’s mother. She’s leaving in a few days, so try and be nice to her until then.
Tiegan: Oh okay.
Stephanie: Come here sis.
*Tiegan hugs Stephanie*

Meanwhile, Matthew is spending time with Michelle at the youth centre.
Matthew: Do you want to play a game of pool?
Michelle: Of course I do.
*Matthew and Michelle go over to the pool table*
Matthew: Have you sorted things out with your best friends yet?
Michelle: Julia and Tanya? Not yet, but I will.
Matthew: When?
Michelle: Soon I hope.
*Michelle hits four balls at once*
Matthew: Awesome shot, Michelle!
Michelle: Thanks man. Now, it’s your turn. *winks at Matthew*
*Matthew only hits two balls*
Michelle: Not bad, Matt. Not bad.
Matthew: Thanks. *smiles*
*After they finish playing pool, Matthew and Michelle head outside for some fresh air*
Matthew: That was a great game.
Michelle: It sure was.
*Matthew and Michelle look at each other and smile before they start to kiss*
Matthew: I love you.
Michelle: I love you, too.
*they kiss again*
(At the Carrington Ranges Local Court, Judge Skinner has called Pippa to the stand. It’s been three hours since the trial started.)
Judge Skinner: Mrs Routledge, I understand that there was an incident yesterday between Miss Rongo and one of your foster daughters. Would you like to talk about it?
Pippa: Yes I do. Tiffany Rongo attacked my foster daughter, Cherie Lancaster at the park. My other two foster daughters, Tiegan Brook and Stephanie Mboto informed me of what Tiffany had done.
Judge Skinner: What did you do after that?
Pippa: I confronted Tiffany and told her that I would be letting the court know what she did to a 12 year-old girl.
Judge Skinner: I see. That’s all I need to know. Thank you Mrs Routledge.
Pippa: I have more evidence against Tiffany, your honour.
Judge Skinner: There’s no need. It makes perfect sense. You may step down.
*Pippa heads back to where she was sitting with Ian*
Judge Skinner: I shall return to deliver my verdict.
Pippa: I wonder what happens now?
Ian: We shall see, love.
*A few minutes later, Judge Skinner returns to deliver her verdict*
Judge Skinner: Tiffany Rongo, I hereby give you a 6 month suspended sentence for your crimes. I am also ordering you to stay away from Tina Denkova and her family as well as your previous foster families. We are adjourned!
*Tiffany looks enraged as Judge Skinner bangs her gavel*
Pippa: A 6 month suspended sentence?! Is that all?!
Ian: At least she’s got a restraining order put on her.
*Tiffany glares at Pippa and Ian*
Tiffany: *thinking to herself* You destroyed my life, Pippa. Now, you’ll pay!

NEXT TIME ON LIFE AFTER SUMMER BAY
- Tiffany plots a heinous revenge attack on Pippa
- Patricia is ordered to leave when she pushes Tiegan too far
WHEN LIFE AFTER SUMMER BAY CONTINUES

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Episode 17

November 27, 1998

The following Friday, Patricia is minding the kids while Pippa and Ian are doing the grocery shopping.
Patricia: Stephanie, I suggest you change out of that top. Right now!
Stephanie: But I like it.
Patricia: I said change it now.
*Stephanie goes upstairs*
Matthew: You didn’t have to talk to her like that, Nana Routledge.
Patricia: You keep out of it, young man!
*Matthew heads towards the front door*
Patricia: Where are you going?!
Matthew: To see Michelle! *slams the door behind him*
Patricia: You kids have no manners these days. *to Cherie* You, turn that TV off!
Cherie: But I’m watching Time Masters.
*Patricia storms over and switches the TV off*
Cherie: HEY!
Patricia: Go do something else!
*Cherie starts to cry as Tiegan comes downstairs*
Tiegan: Cherie, what’s wrong?
Cherie: She yelled at me! *points at Patricia*
Patricia: You know what happens to liars, my girl?!
Tiegan: You dried-up old prune!
Patricia: Excuse me?!
Tiegan: You heard me! Are you deaf or something?!
Patricia: DON’T YOU DARE SPEAK TO ME IN THAT TONE!
*Patricia grabs Tiegan’s arm*
Tiegan: Let go of me!
Patricia: OH, YOU’LL BE GETTING A LESSON IN RESPECT, MY GIRL!
*At that moment, Pippa and Ian arrive home and see Patricia grabbing Tiegan*
Pippa: Hey! Let go of her…RIGHT NOW!
*Pippa pries Patricia off Tiegan*
Ian: Mum, what the bloody hell are you doing?!
Patricia: She was being cheeky.
Ian: I’ll take care of this, Pip. You go upstairs and comfort Tiegan.
Pippa: Come on sweetheart.
Tiegan: You’re in for it now!
*Pippa and Tiegan head upstairs*
Ian: How…DARE…you!
Patricia: But my darling boy…
Ian: DON’T YOU “DARLING BOY” ME! I’VE HAD A GUTFUL OF YOUR ANTICS! FIRST, YOU CRITICISE PIPPA ABOUT HOW SHE DOES THE HOUSEWORK AND THEN YOU CRITICISE OUR FOSTER KIDS FOR HAVING A LIFE! THIS IS 1998, NOT 1948!
Patricia: Who do you think you’re shouting at, Ian?!
Ian: Right. Get out!
Patricia: *shocked* You don’t mean that.
Ian: The hell I don’t! I want you out immediately!
*Ian storms outside leaving Patricia looking very upset*
(Upstairs, Pippa and Tiegan are talking in her bedroom.)
Pippa: Are you okay sweetheart?
Tiegan: I hate her! I never want to see Nana Routledge again!
Pippa: That’s okay. You and the kids don’t have to.
*Tiegan starts to cry*
Pippa: Oh Tiegan. I’m sorry.
*Pippa hugs Tiegan*
Tiegan: She pushed me too far.
Pippa: I know. I know.

At a motel not far from the Carrington Ranges, Tiffany is plotting a revenge attack against Pippa.
Tiffany: Do I have everything I need?
*Tiffany grabs a glass bottle and a jar of petrol from her bag*
Tiffany: Yes, I do.
*Tiffany writes down the date of when she’s going to attack Pippa*
Tiffany: Oh, Pippa Routledge. You are going to be sorry that you ever messed with Tiffany Rongo. *smirks*

NEXT TIME ON LIFE AFTER SUMMER BAY
- Stephanie and Tiegan go to the city and catch up with friends
- Pippa and Ian talk about Patricia
- Ursula decides to buy the Carrington Café, but will she get it?
WHEN LIFE AFTER SUMMER BAY CONTINUES

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Episode 18

The next morning (Saturday), Tiegan and Stephanie enter the kitchen to join the family for breakfast.
Tiegan: Good morning.
Pippa: Oh, good morning girls. What have you got planned for today?
Stephanie: Would it be okay if Tiegan and I went to the city? We’ve been wanting to catch up with some friends for a while.
Pippa: I don’t see why not.
Tiegan: Thanks Pip.
Ian: What time will you be back?
Tiegan: We should be back tonight. If not, we’ll stay at the Sutherlands.
Ian: Okay. What time are you leaving?
Stephanie: We should be leaving right after breakfast.
Pippa: How are you getting there?
Stephanie: We’re taking the train.
Matthew: I wish I could come, but I promised Michelle I’d take her to the movies.
Cherie: And I’m going to the park with Jenny.
Tiegan: Jenny?
Ian: Cherie made a new friend last week. Her name is Jenny O’Sullivan.
Stephanie: That’s nice.
*When breakfast is over, Tiegan and Stephanie grab their bags*
Tiegan: We’ll call you when we get there.
Pippa: Stick together and stay safe.
Stephanie: We will.
Ian: Bye girls.
Tiegan/Stephanie: Bye. *they leave*
Matthew: I better head off too.
Pippa: What time are you meeting Michelle?
Matthew: Not until later, but I thought I’d pop over and see Ursula.
Pippa: Okay, sweetheart.
Matthew: You want to come to Ursula’s house, Cherie?
Cherie: Sure.
*Matthew and Cherie leave the house*
Ian: I’m so proud that we’ve got such great foster kids.
Pippa: Me too, Ian. Listen, I need to talk to you about your mother.
Ian: Now, Pip. I am really angry with my mother at the way she treated Tiegan yesterday. I meant what I said to her and she’s no longer welcome here until she apologises to Tiegan and stops treating you like garbage!
Pippa: But she’s staying at a motel.
Ian: So a lumpy mattress won’t hurt her.
Pippa: Ian…
Ian: No, Pip. I’ve had enough of my mother. She brings most of the problems on herself!
Pippa: Are you sure with your decision?
Ian: Absolutely.
*Ian and Pippa kiss*
(Meanwhile, Tiegan and Stephanie are on the train bound for the city.)
Stephanie: I can’t wait to see everyone.
Tiegan: Same here.
Stephanie: We may talk on the phone, but seeing them is a different story.
Tiegan: I know.
*When the train stops at Broadmeadow, Tiegan’s phone goes off*
Tiegan: This’ll be Dani. *answers the phone* Hello? Oh, hey Dani. Yeah, Steph and I are on our way. We’re just at Broadmeadow station now, so we should be there around 2:30-3:00pm. Okay, cool. See you then. Bye. *hangs up the phone*
Stephanie: What did Dani have to say?
Tiegan: She’s really looking forward to seeing us. Apparently, a cousin of hers from Mildura is with them. He’s in town to catch up with some mates too.
Stephanie: Awesome. Do you reckon he’s cute?
Tiegan: We shall see. *smiles*
*Stephanie and Tiegan start to laugh*
(Later that day, Ursula is walking to the supermarket when she sees Mr Jarvis outside the Carrington Café.)
Ursula: Excuse me?
Mr Jarvis: Yes, Miss?
Ursula: Are you the owner of the Carrington Café?
Mr Jarvis: Yes, I am. Why do you ask?
Ursula: I hear you’re selling up and I was thinking of buying it.
Mr Jarvis: Really?
Ursula: Yes, really. I want to keep the café’s 30 year legacy for another 20 years or so. *smiles*
Mr Jarvis: Well, I did have a potential buyer in mind.
*Ursula looks disappointed*
Mr Jarvis: But how much are you willing to buy the Carrington Café?
Ursula: $20,000.
Mr Jarvis: How about $25,000?
Ursula: $30,000!
Mr Jarvis: Sold!
*they shake hands*
Ursula: Thank you so much, Mr Jarvis. I promise I won’t let you down. *smiles*
*Mr Jarvis manages to smile back*

That afternoon, Tiegan and Stephanie get off at Central railway station and start to look for the bus.
Stephanie: We’re finally here in the city!
Tiegan: I know right!
Stephanie: I can’t wait to see Dani, Jade and Kirsty!
Tiegan: Me too. I especially can’t wait to see their gorgeous cousin of theirs.
*They see Dani Sutherland wave at them*
Tiegan: Oh, there’s Dani.
Dani: Tiegan! Steph!
*Stephanie races over to Tiegan and hugs her*
Stephanie: It’s so good to see you!
Dani: Same here. Oh, come here Tiegz.
*Tiegan and Dani hug*
Tiegan: Where are Kirsty and Jade?
Dani: They’re at home.
*Suddenly, a guy with black hair and olive skin walks over to the girls*
Tiegan: This must be your cousin.
Dani: Girls, I’d like you to meet my cousin, Josh Anderson. He lives in Mildura.
Josh: Hey.
Dani: This is Stephanie Mboto and Tiegan Brook.
*Josh and Stephanie shake hands*
Stephanie: It is a pleasure to meet you, Josh.
Josh: It’s great meeting you too, Stephanie.
Tiegan: Can I give you a hug?
Josh: Sure. Why not. *smiles*
*Tiegan and Josh hug*
Stephanie: Dani, how are we getting to your place?
Dani: Josh’s car.
Tiegan: Cool.
*A few minutes later, Stephanie and Tiegan arrive at the Sutherland’s house*
Josh: Here we are.
Stephanie: I see your mother grew a rose garden.
Dani: It’s nice, isn’t it?
Tiegan: It sure is.
*Kirsty and Jade come out*
Kirsty: Tiegan! Stephanie!
Stephanie: Hello, girls. It’s so great to see you. *hugs both of them*
Jade: We’ve missed you.
*Tiegan hugs the girls*
Tiegan: We’ve missed you too.
Stephanie: Are your parents home?
Josh: Uncle Rhys and Aunty Shelley went to the supermarket. They said something about getting dinner.
Tiegan: Which side of the family?
Josh: My mother and Aunty Shelley are sisters.
Tiegan: That’s cool.
Jade: Well, don’t just stand there. Come inside.
*They all enter the house*
(Meanwhile, Pippa is cooking dinner when Cherie returns home from the park.)
Cherie: I’m home.
Pippa: Hello sweetheart. How was the park?
Cherie: It was good. Jenny and I had a great time.
Pippa: That’s nice.
Cherie: What’s for dinner tonight?
Pippa: Spaghetti.
Cherie: Delicious!
*Matthew walks in with Michelle*
Matthew: Hey Pippa.
Pippa: Hello, Matthew. *to Michelle* Hi, Michelle.
Michelle: Hey Mrs Routledge.
Matthew: Would it be okay if Michelle stayed for dinner?
Pippa: Of course she can.
Michelle: Thank you, Mrs Routledge. What’s on the menu tonight?
Pippa: Spaghetti.
Michelle: My favourite!
*the phone rings*
Ian: I’ll get that. *picks up the phone* Hello? Oh, hi Stephanie.
Michelle: Do you need a hand, Mrs Routledge?
Pippa: No, I’m quite all right. Thanks for offering, Michelle.
Michelle: You’re welcome.
Matthew: You are so cute.
*Michelle blushes*
Michelle: Oh, Matt. *giggles*
*Ian hangs up the phone before walking over to Pippa*
Ian: That was Stephanie. Her and Tiegan are staying over with the Sutherlands tonight.
Pippa: Okay.
Ian: Hi Michelle.
Michelle: Hey Mr Routledge.
Ian: Let’s sit down and wait for dinner.
Cherie: Good idea.
*they sit down at the table as Pippa continues to cook*
Pippa: Dinner’s ready.
*Pippa pours the spaghetti in bowls and gives them out*
Pippa: Let’s eat.
*everyone starts to eat the spaghetti*
(Back in the city, Tiegan and Stephanie are talking to Josh.)
Tiegan: Where do you live again?
Josh: Mildura.
Stephanie: Have you lived anywhere else?
Josh: I used to live in a suburb named Erinsborough for three years.
Tiegan: Where’s that?
Josh: In Melbourne. My dad used to own a newsagency in the neighbouring suburb of Anson’s Corner before a truck destroyed it. The parents and my younger brother moved back to Mildura, while I stayed behind in Erinsborough until I finished school. I then returned to Mildura in April 1992 and finished Year 12 at my old high school, Mildura High. I then moved to Sydney in 1993 and lived with my older sister before I found my own place. I was there for about a year before I moved to Belmont and did another TAFE course. I then returned to Mildura in February 1995.
Stephanie: Belmont? Is that near Newcastle?
Josh: Yes. I lived with my mate, Aaron.
Tiegan: Have you got a girlfriend?
Josh: Yes, I do. Her name is Serena. In fact, we’re about to have our first child in July next year.
*Tiegan looks shocked and annoyed*
Stephanie: Congratulations.
Josh: Thanks, Stephanie. *smiles*
*Dani approaches them*
Dani: Did you guys want to watch Scream?
Stephanie: Yes please.
Tiegan: I was thinking we could go out on the town.
Dani: We could do that after dinner.
*Jade and Kirsty enter the living room*
Kirsty: Can we come too?
Dani: NO!
Jade: Please?
Josh: Dani, let them come with us. Besides, they haven’t seen Tiegan and Stephanie in ages.
Dani: *defeated* I suppose so.
Jade/Kirsty: Yes!
*Stephanie and Tiegan look at each other and smile*

That night, Pippa and the family are watching TV when the phone rings again.
Pippa: Who could that be? *answers the phone* Hello? Oh, hello sweetheart! Ian and I are doing well. When? Oh, that would be lovely. How long will you be staying? Oh, okay. Well, it’ll be great to see you. See you tomorrow, sweetheart. Bye. *hangs up*
Ian: Who was that?
Pippa: You won’t believe who that was, Ian?
Ian: Who?
Pippa: Sally!
Ian: Oh, Sally. Is she coming to visit?
Pippa: She’s actually staying here for a few days. She’s arriving tomorrow afternoon.
Ian: I hope Tiegan and Stephanie will be home from the city by then. They adore Sally.
Cherie: Who’s Sally?
Pippa: One of my foster daughters, Cherie.
Matthew: How old is she?
Pippa: 19 turning 20 in February.
Matthew: I can’t wait to meet her.
Pippa: Oh, Ian. This is really exciting. I can’t wait to see Sally.
Ian: Me too, love. Me too.
Cherie: Well, I’m going to bed. Good night.
Ian: Good night, sweetheart.
Matthew: I might hit the hay too. It’s nearly 9:30.
Pippa: Good night.
*Cherie and Matthew head upstairs*
Ian: Well love, let’s continue watching TV.
*As Ian and Pippa sit down, the phone rings again*
Ian: Who could that be now?
Pippa: I’ll get it. *answers the phone* Hello? Oh, hi Miss Martin. I’m surprised you’re ringing here so late. Really? When can we expect him? Monday. How long will he be staying? Three weeks. Okay. I look forward to seeing him. Take care. Goodbye. *hangs up*
Ian: What did Leanne want?
Pippa: We’re getting a foster child. A 15 year-old boy named Jeremy Bryant. He’ll be with us for three weeks.
Ian: Okay. We’ve been getting a lot of phone calls tonight.
Pippa: We sure have.
Ian: I love you, Pip.
Pippa: I love you too, Ian.
*Pippa and Ian hug before they start to kiss*

NEXT TIME ON LIFE AFTER SUMMER BAY
- Stephanie and Tiegan have a night of fun in the city
- Sally arrives at the Routledge house
- Cherie opens up to Pippa about her parents
- Matthew and Michelle continue to grow closer
WHEN LIFE AFTER SUMMER BAY CONTINUES

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Episode 19

That night, Tiegan, Stephanie, Dani, Jade, Kirsty and Josh are in the city having fun.
Dani: It’s so great that you guys are spending time with us. How long has it been?
Tiegan: A few months.
Jade: Mum wants to know if you guys would have lunch at the burger shop tomorrow.
Stephanie: Sounds like a plan. Tiegz and I don’t have to leave until late tomorrow.
Kirsty: What time are you getting the train?
Tiegan: 3 o’clock.
Jade: How long does it take to get from here to Carrington Ranges via train?
Stephanie: Around five hours.
Dani: Where is the Carrington Ranges located?!
Tiegan: It’s near Tamworth.
Josh: I’ll have to come there one day.
Tiegan: You’ve never been there?
Josh: No. I’m a guy that likes to try new things.
Dani: Oh yeah, Josh. I still remember the story Aunt Donna told us about you making alcohol and the science lab blew up.
Josh: Oh, that was back in Erinsborough. It was the day before a truck crashed into Dad’s newsagency.
Stephanie: I’m sorry to hear that.
Kirsty: It happened years ago, Stephanie. Jade and I were probably toddlers then.
Dani: You and Jade were nearly 5 when that happened.
*Josh looks at Stephanie*
Josh: I swear I’ve seen your face before.
Stephanie: You know, I was thinking the same thing.
Josh: Do you know a girl named Sumara Fraser?
Stephanie: Yes, I do! She used to go to my old high school when I was living in the city. Lovely girl.
Josh: I know her too. I met her at TAFE.
Tiegan: Wait! You guys know each other already?!
Stephanie: I think I remember now! Were you at Alexis Thorpe’s 18th birthday party holding hands and kissing a girl with really long light brown hair?
Josh: Was her hair in a ponytail?
Stephanie: Yes.
Josh: That’s my current girlfriend, Serena Hopkins. We’ve been together for five years.
Stephanie: I think Sumara introduced me to you at the party. I think you wore a red jumper that night.
Josh: I did. You have a good memory.
Dani: Talk about a small world.
Josh: *to Tiegan* So, where did you and Stephanie meet?
Tiegan: We met two years ago. Steph moved to Summer Bay in January and I arrived in March. We’ve been best friends ever since.
Josh: That’s nice. One of my best mates died a few years ago.
Stephanie: What was his name?
Josh: His name was Todd.
Kirsty: It was a tough time for Josh. He considered this Todd guy as his brother.
Dani: Kirsty, what would you know?
Kirsty: I’m Josh’s cousin too, Dani. Duh!
Jade: Let’s do something before it hits midnight.
*Tiegan checks her watch*
Tiegan: It’s only quarter to ten. We told Mr and Mrs Sutherland that we wouldn’t be back until later.
Josh: That’s right, girls. Relax and go with the flow. *smiles*
*The girls laugh*
Tiegan: So, how is school going for all of you?
Kirsty: Boring. I just wish I had a better teacher. The one I have is such a drag.
Jade: Tell me about. Mrs McAllister is really annoying.
Dani: Oh, stop whinging! I have annoying teachers at my high school. Do you hear me complaining?
*Stephanie and Tiegan start to giggle*
Stephanie: Why don’t we go to that video game arcade place on George Street?
Josh: Timezone?
Stephanie: That’s the one. Liam and I used to go there all the time.
Josh: Liam?
Tiegan: Liam Tanner, Steph’s boyfriend. He lives in Peru with his Mum.
Josh: Ah.
Dani: Are you still dating him?
Stephanie: Yes, but a long-distance relationship isn’t easy.
Tiegan: I felt the same way when Joey was diagnosed with schizophrenia.
Dani: Your ex?
Tiegan: Yeah.
Kirsty: Guys, are we going to Timezone or just stand here in the street?
Jade: Kirsty!
Josh: Nah, Kirsty’s right. We should get a move on.
Stephanie: Good idea.
*Stephanie, Tiegan, Dani, Jade, Kirsty and Josh head to Timezone*
(At 10:30pm, the gang are leaving Timezone)
Tiegan: I think it’s safe to say that my record on Dance Dance Revolution is nice and secure!
Josh: You had some pretty awesome moves, Tiegan.
Tiegan: Thank you, Josh.
Josh: The pleasure is mine.
Dani: Josh! What will Serena say?
Josh: Hey, I’m just being friendly.
Dani: You’re too friendly for your own good, Josh. I don’t like it when people take advantage of you.
Tiegan: *getting defensive* Excuse me, I don’t take advantage of anyone!
Stephanie: Tiegz, Dani wasn’t having a go at you.
Dani: I didn’t mean to upset you. If I did, I’m really sorry.
Tiegan: No Dani, I’m sorry. You of all people should know how snappy I can be. It’s just that I have a hard time trusting people and dealing with their opinions.
Dani: Because of…you know?
*Tiegan nods*
Tiegan: That and dealing with my learning difficulties.
Josh: You have learning difficulties?
Tiegan: Yes, I do. The only people that know are my foster family and my closest friends.
Stephanie: I was the second person she told. Joey was the first.
Jade: What kind of learning difficulties do you have, Tiegan?
Tiegan: I’m analphabetic.
Kirsty: What’s that?
Tiegan: It means I’m unable to read and write. I’m slowly getting better at writing, but reading can still be a challenge.
Kirsty: I’m sorry.
Tiegan: Don’t be. I’m happy with the life I’ve got at the moment.
Jade: That’s good. *smiles*
Stephanie: *to Josh* So, when do you return to Mildura?
Josh: I’m heading back on Monday. I’ve just been in the city catching up with my mates and spending time with my adorable cousins.
Dani: What are you after, Josh? *laughs*
Josh: Nothing. I’m just giving out a compliment.
Stephanie: I compliment Tiegz all the time.
Tiegan: I do the same for Steph. Not only are we best friends, but we’re foster sisters too.
*Josh checks his watch*
Josh: Let’s grab something to eat. I wonder if that coffee shop in Church Street is still open.
Tiegan: Are you referring to the one with the graffiti all over the walls?
Josh: Yeah, that’s the one.
Stephanie: Tiegan and I go there all the time. Their caramel slices are to die for!
Josh: I know right. They are so delicious!
Kirsty: Are we going to this coffee shop or are we just going to stand here talking about food?
Dani: Kirsty’s right. It’s nearly eleven.
Josh: Well, we better make a move on.
*Stephanie, Tiegan, Josh and the Sutherland girls start walking*

Early the next morning (Sunday), Pippa gets out of bed to find Cherie watching TV in the living room.
Pippa: Good morning, Cherie. You’re up nice and early.
Cherie: I couldn’t sleep.
*Pippa notices that something is up*
Pippa: Sweetheart, is something wrong?
Cherie: I don’t want to go back to my parents! I’d rather stay here permanently!
Pippa: Did your parents do something to make you feel like this?
Cherie: Mum and Dad are both drunks and before coming here, they used to beat me a lot.
*Pippa looks shocked*
Pippa: I know you’re only here temporary, but I could talk to Miss Martin from the department and arrange for you to stay here permanently.
Cherie: You would do that for me?
Pippa: Of course I would. You’re part of the family, Cherie.
*Cherie smiles at Pippa before hugging her*
Cherie: Thank you.
Pippa: You’re welcome, sweetheart.
(Back in the city, Tiegan and Stephanie are getting out of bed.)
Stephanie: What time is it?
Tiegan: 7:30.
Stephanie: I just hope we haven’t missed breakfast.
*The door knocks*
Tiegan: Come in.
*Shelley enters*
Shelley: Girls, we’re just about to have breakfast.
Stephanie: What’s on the menu today, Mrs Sutherland?
Shelley: I’ve cooked some bacon and eggs.
Tiegan: Sounds good. Come on, Steph.
*Stephanie and Tiegan go to the dining room and sit down at the table with Dani, Jade, Kirsty and Josh*
Josh: Good morning girls. *smiles*
Stephanie: Good morning Josh and good morning girls. *smiles back*
Tiegan: Morning everyone.
Dani, Jade and Kirsty: *together* Good morning.
Josh: What plans do we have today, Tiegan and Stephanie?
Tiegan: We’re going back home this afternoon.
Kirsty: That sucks. I wish you both could stay longer.
Jade: I know.
Shelley: Girls, Stephanie and Tiegan promised their foster family that they would return home this afternoon.
Dani: Yeah.
Kirsty: It’s just that we missed them so much.
Jade: That’s right, Mum.
Shelley: I know. *looks at Tiegan and Stephanie* Now remember, Mr Sutherland and I are more than happy to let you girls stay over anytime.
Stephanie: Thanks, Mrs Sutherland. *smiles*
*Rhys comes out from the living room*
Rhys: Shelley, that was Pippa on the phone.
Shelley: Did she want to talk to the Tiegan and Stephanie?
Rhys: Yes, she did. *to Tiegan and Stephanie* Pippa said to call her back.
Tiegan: Okay. We’ll do so after breakfast.
Josh: Did you get to catch up with all your friends?
Stephanie: Yeah, we did.
Tiegan: It’s amazing so many people still go out on a Saturday night.
Dani: Is there no nightlife in the Carrington Ranges?
Stephanie: There’s the RSL and the bowling club. That’s about it.
Dani: I can’t wait to start going clubbing.
Rhys: *sternly* Not until you’re 18, young lady.
*Dani scowls at Rhys*
Shelley: Uh, Rhys?
Rhys: Yes, love?
Shelley: Shouldn’t you be opening the hamburger shop now?
Rhys: You’re right. *to everyone* I’ll see you later, kids.
Everyone: Bye.
*Rhys leaves*
Josh: Aunty Shelley, that was a great breakfast.
Shelley: Thank you, Josh.
Tiegan: Come on, Steph. Let’s call Pippa back.
Stephanie: Sure.
*they leave*
(At home, Pippa and Ian are drinking coffee while Matthew and Cherie are having their breakfast when the phone rings.)
Ian: I’ll get that.
*Ian answers the phone*
Ian: Hello? Oh, hello Tiegan. Yes, I’ll get her for you now. *to Pippa* It’s Tiegan.
Pippa: Yes, I was expecting her to call back. *takes the phone from Ian* Hello sweetheart.
Tiegan: *over the phone* Hi Pippa. What time did you want me and Steph to come home?
Pippa: As soon as you can get the next train. Sweetheart, would you be able to get Stephanie to listen to what I want to tell you. It concerns both of you.
Stephanie: *over the phone* Yes Pippa?
Pippa: Hello Stephanie. I just want to inform you both that Sally will be coming over to stay for a few days.
Tiegan: That’s great! I can’t wait to see Sal.
Stephanie: When is she coming?
Pippa: Sometime this afternoon. Listen girls, did you have any plans beforehand?
Stephanie: No, we were only going to have lunch at Mr Sutherland’s burger shop and then get the train home.
Pippa: Oh, it’s just that I wanted you girls to see your friends.
Tiegan: We saw them all.
Pippa: Okay then. I’ll see you both when you get home this afternoon. I love you both.
Stephanie: I love you too, Pippa.
Tiegan: Same here. Send our love to Ian, Matthew and Cherie.
Pippa: Will do. Okay, bye. *hangs up the phone*
Ian: What time are they coming home?
Pippa: They’re leaving the city after lunch. Hopefully, they’ll be home before Sal gets here.
Matthew: Pippa?
Pippa: Yes sweetheart?
Matthew: Would it be okay if I hung out with Michelle for a bit this morning? She asked me to hang out with her at the youth centre.
Ian: I don’t see why not.
Matthew: I should be home around one o’clock.
Pippa: That’s fine, Matthew. Sal probably won’t be here until 4-4:30.
Matthew: Thanks. *leaves the house*
Ian: Got any plans today, Cherie?
Cherie: No, I don’t. I think I might stay here and help Pippa make a cake for Sally.
Pippa: Thanks sweetheart.
*Cherie and Pippa hug*
Cherie: What kind of cake does Sally like?
Pippa: I think she likes chocolate cake the most.
Cherie: Do we have any chocolate cake mix left?
Pippa: Yes, we do.
Cherie: Ian, you can help out too.
Ian: You won’t see me near an oven. I can’t cook if my life depended on it.
Pippa: You can still help out.
Ian: I suppose I should. *sighs*
*Ian joins Pippa and Cherie in the kitchen*

At the youth centre, Matthew and Michelle are playing pool.
Michelle: I must say you are getting better at this game, Matt. *smiles*
Matthew: You think so babe? *winks at Michelle*
Michelle: I don’t think so. I KNOW so.
*Matthew laughs*
Michelle: Go on.
*Matthew manages to shoot two balls into the pockets*
Matthew: Yes!
Michelle: My turn.
*Michelle aims the white ball and manages to only get one ball in the pocket*
Michelle: Shoot! I came so close to getting the eight-ball!
Matthew: I think I’ll take advantage of that! *smirks at Michelle before aiming the white ball*
Michelle: *to herself* Miss it. Miss it.
*Matthew gets the eight-ball into the pocket*
Matthew: YES!
Michelle: I guess you won. *smiles*
Matthew: I sure did.
*As Matthew and Michelle kiss, Julia and Tanya watch from across the room*
Tanya: What a disgusting sight!
Julia: Tanya!
Tanya: I’m sorry, but it is. Michelle was meant to be MY friend!
Julia: *in a deep voice* She’s my friend too.
Tanya: That deep voice is really irritating me.
Julia: Sor-ry!
Tanya: Look at our former best friend smooching up to Matthew! We could’ve dated him.
Julia: Tanya, grow up!
*Tanya rolls her eyes as Julia goes over to Matthew and Michelle*
Julia: Mind if I play pool with you guys?
Michelle: Julia?
Julia: I’m sorry for being bitchy. Are we still besties?
Michelle: Of course we are.
*Julia and Michelle hug*
Michelle: Where’s Tanya?
*Tanya storms out of the youth centre*
Julia: She was here a second ago. *looks around to find that Tanya has gone*
Michelle: Let’s not worry about her. She’ll come around when she’s ready.
(In the city, Tiegan and Stephanie are having lunch at the Sutherlands hamburger shop.)
Tiegan: I can’t wait for Sally to stay over.
Stephanie: I always thought you didn’t like her.
Tiegan: We clashed sometimes, but in the end she’s still my foster sister and I love her.
Stephanie: She’s my foster sister too.
Tiegan: I know.
*they laugh*
Stephanie: You know, I can’t wait to return home. I missed Pippa’s cooking.
Tiegan: Mr Sutherland makes nice burgers.
Stephanie: I wonder where Josh and the girls went off to?
Rhys: I think I can help you with that. They’re going to see you off at the station.
Tiegan: That’s awesome.
*Tiegan and Stephanie finish their lunch*
Stephanie: Well, I suppose we better head off.
Tiegan: Thank you for letting us stay, Mr Sutherland.
Rhys: No worries. You girls have a safe trip home.
Stephanie: We will.
*they leave and head for the Sutherland’s house*
Tiegan: Let’s get our things.
*As Tiegan and Stephanie load their bags in the boot of Josh’s car, Shelley prepares to say goodbye to them*
Shelley: Have a safe trip back girls.
Stephanie: Thank you for having us, Mrs Sutherland.
Shelley: You girls are welcome to stay over anytime.
Tiegan: You keep trying to help people, counsellor. *smiles*
Shelley: Oh Tiegan. *laughs*
*Tiegan hugs Shelley*
Shelley: I will continue to do so. *to Stephanie* Come here you.
*Stephanie and Shelley hug*
Shelley: You are beautiful soul, Stephanie. In fact, you both are.
Tiegan: Thank you, Mrs Sutherland. *smiles*
*Stephanie and Tiegan get inside Josh’s car. Dani, Jade and Kirsty are already seated.*
Shelley: Goodbye girls.
Tiegan/Stephanie: Bye Mrs Sutherland.
*Shelley waves at Tiegan and Stephanie as Josh drives them to the train station*
(When the girls arrive at Central Station, the Sutherland girls and Josh decide to wait with them when the train comes.)
Dani: We’re going to miss you so much.
Tiegan: We can still talk on the phone, Dani. It’s not like Steph and I are moving to another country.
Kirsty: She’s right.
Josh: Well it was great catching up with you again, Stephanie. And it was nice meeting you, Tiegan.
Tiegan: Likewise, Josh. *smiles*
Jade: Glad you caught up with your friends?
Stephanie: Of course we did. But spending time with you, Kirsty, Dani and Josh was the cherry on top of the sundae.
Dani: Aw, thanks Stephanie.
*they see the train make its way towards the platform*
Stephanie: Well, this is it.
Josh: See you around, Stephanie.
*Stephanie hugs Josh*
Stephanie: Bye Josh. Let us know when you arrive back in Mildura safe and sound.
Josh: I will.
*Tiegan hugs Josh*
Tiegan: I’ll miss you, Josh. You’re so good to talk to. Good luck with fatherhood.
Josh: Thank you, Tiegan. *smiles*
*Dani, Jade and Kirsty look sad*
Tiegan: Oh girls. Don’t be sad.
Jade: I just wish you and Stephanie could stay longer.
Stephanie: We’ll catch up again within a few weeks. That’s a promise.
*Stephanie and Tiegan hug Dani, Jade and Kirsty*
Kirsty: Take care.
DanI: Promise to call.
Tiegan: We will.
*Tiegan and Stephanie enter the train and sit in the seats*
Stephanie: Goodbye!
Everyone: Goodbye!
*Tiegan and Stephanie wave at Josh, Dani, Jade and Kirsty, who continue to wave at them as the train leaves the platform*
Tiegan: Now, back home.
Stephanie: It was fun catching up with everyone in the city again.
Tiegan: It sure was.
Marianne: Are you from the city too?
*Tiegan and Stephanie look at a girl with long blonde hair aged in her late teens-early 20’s*
Stephanie: Well, I’m from Somalia but I lived with a foster family in Brisbane before I came to Sydney where I lived with another foster family until 1996 when I moved to Summer Bay and met my best friend right here. *points at Tiegan*
Marianne: That’s nice. *to Tiegan* What about you?
Tiegan: What about me?
Marianne: Where are you originally from?
Tiegan: I‘m from Panania, but I was fostered by a family in the city for a few months before I returned to Summer Bay.
Marianne: What do you mean?
Tiegan: I was a crisis care foster child when I first arrived in Summer Bay. That meant I was only temporary until my former foster family in the city took me in. When Shelley Farrell, the woman that fostered me, died, I was sent to live in Summer Bay permanently.
Marianne: Oh, I’m sorry.
Stephanie: My father and older sister were killed in separate massacres in Somalia.
Tiegan: As for my real parents, they can go jump!
Marianne: Speaking of parents, I’m returning to their house today.
Stephanie: Where do you live?
Marianne: I live in Newcastle.
Tiegan: That’s cool. We live in the Carrington Ranges.
Marianne: So, what are your names?
Stephanie: I’m Stephanie Mboto and this is Tiegan Brook. *points at Tiegan*
Marianne: I’m Marianne.
Tiegan: That’s a nice name.
Marianne: Thank you.
*When the train arrives at Broadmeadow Station, Marianne gets up*
Marianne: Well, this is my stop. It was nice talking to you girls.
Stephanie: It was great talking with you too, Marianne.
Marianne: See ya. *waves at them before getting off the train*
Tiegan: She reeked!
Stephanie: Tiegz!
Tiegan: I’m sorry. She’s a nice girl, but she could do with some soap!
*Stephanie and Tiegan try hard not to laugh*
Stephanie: Are you going to add her on Facey?
Tiegan: Yeah, I will.

That afternoon, Pippa and Cherie are putting the cake on the dining table when the door knocks.
Pippa: She’s here. Oh, I’m so nervous.
Ian: Just answer the door, love. Don’t be nervous.
*Pippa opens the door to find Sally standing there with her suitcases*
Sally: Pippa!
Pippa: Oh, sweetheart! It’s so wonderful to see you.
*they hug*
Sally: I’ve missed you so much.
Pippa: How is the living arrangement with Vinnie and Jesse going?
Sally: It’s going good. *to Ian* Hello Ian.
Ian: G’day Sal. It’s so great to see you, love.
*they hug*
Cherie: Hi Sally.
Sally: You must be Cherie.
Cherie: I sure am. Can I have a hug?
Sally: Sure. *hugs Cherie*
Ian: Matthew should be home soon. He’s at the youth centre.
Sally: Matthew?
Ian: He’s our other foster child. He came with Tiffany. I don’t know if you heard about Tiffany Rongo.
Sally: Pippa told me about her on the phone. What a spiteful cow!
Pippa: Well, she’s no longer our responsibility.
Sally: Good.
*Matthew arrives home*
Matthew: Hey. *notices Sally* Sally, right?
Sally: That’s me. You must be Matthew.
Matthew: That’s right.
Sally: Where are Steph and Tiegan?
Pippa: They should be home later this arvo. They went to the city last night and stayed with friends.
Sally: Oh okay.
Ian: We weren’t expecting you until 4-4:30, love. Did you get an early bus or something?
Sally: Yes. I wanted to come early and see my family. *smiles*
Pippa: It’s good to see you, sweetheart.
Ian: How long will you be staying?
Sally: A few days.
Pippa: Would you be okay sharing with Cherie? Stephanie and Tiegan have their own room.
Sally: That’s fine.
Cherie: I know we’ll get along.
*Sally smiles at Cherie*
(Stephanie and Tiegan arrive back at the Carrington Ranges at 3:30pm.)
Tiegan: It’s so great to be home again.
Stephanie: That was a long train ride, but at least we kept ourselves occupied on the train.
Tiegan: Yeah, thanks for lending me your walkman.
Stephanie: No worries. We’re best friends and foster sisters after all.
*Tiegan and Stephanie put their arms around each other*
Tiegan: Thanks, Steph. Let’s get the bus.
*A few minutes later, Stephanie and Tiegan get off the bus and walk to their house*
Stephanie: I can’t wait to see Sally.
Tiegan: Me too.
*Tiegan opens the door*
Stephanie: We’re back.
Pippa: Oh hello girls. *hugs both Tiegan and Stephanie*
Ian: How was the city?
Tiegan: It was good. We caught up with everyone and went to places we both wanted to see. Isn’t that right, Steph?
Stephanie: That’s right, Tiegz.
Tiegan: Where’s Sal?
Pippa: She just went to the bathroom.
Stephanie: I’m so glad she’s here. I haven’t seen her since Tiegan and I moved here.
*Sally comes downstairs*
Sally: Stephanie! Tiegan!
Tiegan: Sally, come give me a hug. I have missed you SO much!
*Sally and Tiegan hug*
Sally: I have missed you both too.
Stephanie: Where’s my hug, Sally?
Sally: It‘s right here.
*Sally and Stephanie hug*
Stephanie: How long will you be staying here?
Sally: A few days.
Tiegan: That’s cool! Steph and I will show you all the landmarks of the Carrington Ranges.
Stephanie: Have we missed out on anything while Tiegz and I were in the city?
Pippa: Nothing much except that tomorrow, we’ll be getting a temporary foster child for three weeks.
Sally: What’s his name?
Pippa: Jeremy Bryant, he’s 15.
Tiegan: We should throw him a welcoming party.
Ian: We’ll discuss that at dinner tonight. *smiles*
Sally: Awesome. What are we having?
Pippa: Roast chicken and veggies.
Sally: My favourite.
Tiegan: Sounds yum.
(Before dinner, Sally is unpacking her things when Tiegan walks in.)
Tiegan: So, how are things in the Bay? How’s Vinnie?
*Sally looks sad*
Tiegan: Sal?
Sally: Vinnie and I have been fighting a lot lately. That’s part of the reason why I’m staying here.
Tiegan: What’s been happening?
Sally: I saw him kiss Gypsy!
Tiegan: Gypsy Nash?! Oh, that little cow!
Sally: Don’t say anything to Pippa and Ian. You can tell Stephanie, but not them.
Tiegan: Okay. You have my word.
*Sally sighs*
Tiegan: Come here.
*Tiegan puts her arm around Sally*

NEXT TIME ON LIFE AFTER SUMMER BAY
- Sally tells Stephanie about Vinnie kissing Gypsy
- Pippa and Ian give Cherie some good news
- Tiegan has a go at Gypsy on the phone
WHEN LIFE AFTER SUMMER BAY CONTINUES

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Great chapter

Update soon please xx