I've Always Loved You. Always Have, Always Will - Emison

Chapter 9: He Maybe The One You Want. But, I'm The One You Need.

The next day, Jason, Aria and Alison went first thing in the morning back to the hospital to see Eliza. When they arrived, they were surprised to see that Eliza already had a guest, Madison.

"How come you're here so early?". Alison asked with a friendly tone as they all made there way into the room.

"I had to go out early, to see the cops and make a statement about what happened at the party. So I thought as I'm already out the house, I would come and see Eliza". Madison replied.

"That's very kind of you, but you didn't need to". Jason spoke abruptly.

"Jason, there's no need to be rude". Aria spoke out as there wasn't any need for Jason's comment.

"I don't think it's a good idea for Madison to be around Eliza". Jason continued.

"Dad!". Eliza spoke out in support of Madison as Jason was completely out of order.

"What? I'm just speaking the truth. For all we know, she could be the reason why Eliza's in hospital". Madison stood up from her seat as she made an attempt to leave.

"Maddie, please don't go". Eliza spoke as she wanted her to stay.

"It's okay, I'll go". Madison spoke softly as she tried to assure Eliza. "Just so you know, I would never want to harm your daughter. I've given my statement, so if you don't believe me right now. You'll soon find out the truth". Madison left the room as soon as she finished speaking. Alison felt guilty by the way Jason behaved in that room so she decided to go after her.

"Hey". Alison spoke out as she was trying to catch up to the teen. Once Madison stopped, Alison was able to catch up and talk to her "I'm so sorry about, Jason".

"It's okay, he's only trying to protect his daughter. I can understand that". Madison reasoned with Alison.

"Nobody thinks you're the cause, not even Jason deep down". Alison spoke, wanting to reassure Madison from any apprehension she may have felt after what Jason said to her.

"Thanks, but I'm not so sure about, Jason". Madison did have the right to be concerned as she didn't know Jason too well.

"Deep down, Jason is just a soft puppy. He's just very loyal and passionate about protecting his family". Alison continued to try and put Madison at ease. "Do you need a ride? I can drop you off where ever you need to be".

"I'm okay". Madison replied with a smile across her face, feeling grateful from the kind words Alison said to her. "I was just going to head home, it's not that far away. I can just walk".

"Okay then, well if you're sure...". Alison agreed with Madison's decision. "We're hoping Eliza will be discharged from hospital later in the day. But I don't know if Jason will confiscate her phone or not. I'll try and talk him round if he does, but I cant make any promises".

"Thank you". Madison smiled at Alison as a result of feeling thankful that she had someone on her side who believed her.

As Madison was leaving the hospital, Alison saw someone she vaguely knew in the distance, walking closer towards her.

"You left me hanging last night". Daniel spoke as he tried to engage in conversation with the blonde.

"I'm sorry, I had bigger things to worry about". Alison put bluntly, almost giving off an annoyed tone. Alison really didn't feel like giving him the time of day, especially as her and Emily have become friends again, so he has no purpose anymore to make Emily feel jealous.

"Yeah, I heard from Jason about what happened to Eliza". Daniel tried to sympathise as he cleared his throat. "It's a terrible situation to happen to a girl who's only 15".