Author's Note: Casey seemed really upset by how she wasn't able to see Derek as soon as the other kids got to meet each other. Enjoy! I do not own LWD just my own observations from watching this show.

The Preemptive Strike:

The George/Nora Plot against Dasey

as interpreted by yours truly

(George's cell phone plays 'Cuppy Cake'.)

George: Hey butter biscuit, you excited about our kids meeting tonight?

(Nora's voice comes from off set.)

Nora: You know I am excited to have my children meet your children, but I am having second thoughts about bringing Casey over to meet Derek.

George: Why would Casey have a problem with Derek? He may be trouble sometimes, but I am sure if she is anything like you. She would be able to look past his minor flaws.

Nora: That's what makes me so worried. Casey has never had a boyfriend, and I am afraid she will end up falling in love with Derek. I only met Derek once, and I thought he was quite charming.

George: Do you really think Casey will fall head over heels for my son?

Nora: I don't know Georgie, but I don't want to take any chances. Call it mother's intuition or what have you, but I have a strong suspicion that if you and I can meet and fall in love, then it is just as likely that two teenagers who have never met before now can fall in love at first sight.

George: What are we going to tell Derek when Casey doesn't come over with you and Lizzie? I don't think we can pull off the 'I think you two are going to fall in love' idea. That doesn't fly too well. He doesn't like to be played for a fool.

Nora: Like father, like son. I love you so much.

George: I love hearing you say that. I love you too.

Nora: Any idea how we are going to keep Casey away from Derek?

George: Well, I can say when we go out to dinner with you guys that Derek is either sick or out with friends or something.

Nora: That works for Derek, I guess, but Casey is rarely ever sick so that doesn't work for her. I think I will say that she has a late ballet practice, and she will get a ride home with one of her friends.

George: Do you really think that keeping our two kids apart will keep them from falling in love with each other?

Nora: Well, it may not keep them from falling in love with each other, but it will make it difficult for them to have a relationship if they are technically step siblings, and there are some people out there that believe a step sibling is just like a regular sibling.

George: They will be the age of majority in three years, and I think if they do happen. It will be decided then.

Nora: I like how you think, Georgie. I guess it is settled then. We will keep Casey and Derek from meeting until further notice. I'll see you tonight at dinner, honey.

George: Okay, love you, see you then. Don't forget! You are to leave Casey at home tonight.

(Nora chuckles.)

Nora: Yes, I will remember that. Later.

(Scene ends.)