Disclaimer: I do not own Earth2 or the characters portrayed in it

A/N: Hi is a standalone story set after All about Eve and Devon has been cured and is back with the group. It will explore some of Julia's past and will be mainly J/A.

Voice of Devon Adair

As we approach our two hundredth day on this planet, our small group feels more like a family than ever before. We have fallen into a comfortable rhythm each day where everyone know their part and fills the role without question or pause. We can't pretend that this is easy or that there are no obstacles to overcome, but despite all our set backs there is a definite sense of optimism and unity.

"Baines. Make sure you look after the rail. I do not want it brought back in pieces. That means drive slowly and carefully. Keep Martin away from the controls." Danziger barked as Baines finished loading supplies into the Dune rail.

"Yes Danziger." Baines replied before adding, more quietly. "Wasn't it him who crashed it last time?" Fortunately Danziger was out of earshot.

"I can't believe how much he dotes on metal." Morgan complained.

"The person you need to feel sorry for is True's boyfriend." Bess commented as she checked that Morgan was fully kitted out for the scout.

"True doesn't have a boyfriend." Morgan said. "Does she? I mean there is no one here. Is there?" He continued getting more and more confused.

"No Morgan, but one day she will and whoever it is will have to deal with John and I am willing to bet that he will be a damn sight more protective of True than he is of the vehicles."

"Poor sucker." Baines agreed as he climbed into rail.

Morgan placed his hands on Bess's cheeks and said. "Now I don't want you to worry about me when I am gone. I am sure everything will be ok."

"I am sure it will be Morgan." Bess replied reassuringly as Devon approached.

"Everyone ready?" She asked.

"Everyone except the doc." Baines replied, beginning to look impatient.

"Where is Julia?" Devon asked concerned.

"Probably with lover boy." Morgan muttered, just as Julia emerged from the Med-tent, to the surprise of the waiting group, alone.

Julia marched towards the rail carrying her med bag; ignoring the quizzical looks everyone was giving her.

"About time." Morgan said as she reached the rail, causing Bess to elbow his stomach.

Julia mumbled an apology as she placed her bag in the rail and climbed in the back. As Morgan took his place in the front of the rail Bess and Devon exchanged concerned glances before Devon jumped back into leader mode.

"Ok guys don't forget regular contact. Check in every couple of hours. Good luck and see you tomorrow." Devon said as Baines started the rail and drove out of camp.

"They will be fine Devon." Bess assured her as they watched the dust settle.

"I know." Devon responded. "I had just hoped that sending Julia on the scout would give her some much needed rest, but she seemed more distant than normal this morning."

"Julia will be fine Devon. Alonzo will see to that."

"I know." Devon half-smiled. "It is just that she worked so hard to cure me, I feel that she pushed herself too hard and I am responsible."

Bess laughed and said. "Julia pushes herself too hard period. It is who she is. None of us can change that as much as Alonzo may try. Now lets get some breakfast." Devon had one last look at the now distant dust trail and followed her friend to the tent being used as the mess tent. They had barely sat down when Alonzo appeared looking dishevelled.

"Hey guys. Have you seen Julia?" He greeted causing both women to exchange glances.

"She left about five minutes ago on the scout." Devon said.

"Damn." Alonzo cursed.

"Is something wrong?" Bess pried.

"I can't believe she left." Alonzo exclaimed. "The stubborn, jum.." remembering he had an audience, he trailed off.

"Do you want to talk about it Lonz." Bess gently asked patting the vacant makeshift seat next to her.

Alonzo sat down heavily and said in a frustrated tone. "We had a fight."

"This morning?" Devon asked.

"No last night. I knew she was mad, but I thought she would have said goodbye."

"Well maybe the scout will act as a cooling off period?" Bess suggested.

"Maybe." Alonzo said distantly. "Anyway I better go finish packing up."

Before long the group were travelling forward once more. By the time they had set up camp in the evening Alonzo was more upset than he had been in the morning.

"What the hell is wrong with him?" Danziger asked as Alonzo stormed pass.

"He had an argument with Julia." Bess explained.

"But she is not even in camp." Danziger said confused.

"It happened last night." Bess replied. "And apparently she is still not talking to him."

"They are worse than teenagers." Danziger muttered as he took more supplies off the rover.

Bess smiled and followed Alonzo who was taking out his mood on a small stone that he was kicking around.

"You just need to give her time Lonz." Bess said as she reached the pilot. "By the time she gets back it will be like it was before." She smiled. Alonzo looked back at her, touched by her optimism, but not feeling so confident.