A/N: So I decided to make this into a story. I don't know how long it is going to be yet, but I figured I could do a lot more to it than just a two-part. Also, I refer to a musical production and in this fic, Lilly can sing and act. Haha.

Also, I don't own HM or Parade, The Musical.


Lilly and Oliver acted like the best of friends again, but at times, Oliver couldn't help but act like more. He would arrange hang outs with just Lilly, go over her house randomly, buy her food, and anything else. He wasn't sure if he was pushing it, but if he was, Lilly didn't seem to complain. In fact, she seemed to be enjoying it too.

So Oliver decided to take the plunge – he would ask her to a premiere, just the two of them. Miley was skeptical about it.

"I don't know Oliver," she put in her two cents, "I think it might be too soon. You know the moment you step out there with just one girl, the press is going to flip out."

"Well then let them think what they want," he said.

Miley raised an eyebrow, "You want them to think something is going on, don't you?"

"Psh no, wha… what are you talking about?" Oliver covered up.

"Uh huh," she replied, "Boy, you're a bad liar."

Miley got up to get a drink from her kitchen. "I still don't think it's a good idea. But, I know you're probably gonna do it anyway so just be careful."

"Thanks Miley," Oliver also got up to leave, "I will."

He left the house as Miley stood there, contemplating if that was the best thing she could have said. For the sake of the friendship, she hoped so.

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The next morning, Oliver made his way to Lilly's house. He knocked on the door and was surprised at how fast she answered. She was wearing jean shorts and a blue UCSD shirt with her hair in a messy bun. It looked like she had been cleaning all day.

"Uh hey Lils," Oliver said, "bad time?"

"What? Oh, no no," she said, "Come in."

He asked, "What have you been up to? Cleaning?"

She looked around, "Oh yeah. Just tidying up a bit before I leave."

Oliver turned around, "Leave? Where are you going?"

"I'm going back to San Diego," she answered.

"But you don't start school for another two weeks," he pointed out.

"I know, but I have to get back early to start rehearsing for that play I mentioned, called Parade," Lilly said, "the one about The Leo Frank Case? He was wrongfully accused of murdering a 13 year old girl and I'm playing that girl, Mary Phagan."

Oliver's hopes went down. There goes his plan to ask her to the premiere. "That's great. Congratulations! You have to invite me to watch it."

"Well of course you're invited! And if you don't go, I'm going to have to hunt you down," she playfully warned him.

Oliver smiled – at least she wanted him there.

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It was now Saturday morning and the trio decided to meet up at Lilly's house. Miley and Oliver offered to drive Lilly down to San Diego to spend some more time with her. They were also planning on spending the night at Lilly's apartment, which she got for being an advisor to Hannah Montana. Hannah decided to call her an advisor rather than an assistant or anything else because she didn't want her best friend working for her.

They loaded their stuff into the trunk and headed for the highway. Oliver was in the driver's seat while Lilly took the passenger seat. Miley was in the back, texting.

"I'm so happy you got the role Lilly," Miley said, "you're gonna do great!"

"Thanks Miles," the blond answered, "it's definitely going to be fun."

"So any cute co-stars you wouldn't mind introducing me to?" Miley joked around.

Lilly laughed, "I'm actually not sure who my co-stars are, but the guys I did audition with were really cute."

Oliver felt a pang of jealousy hit. He cleared his throat.

"You ok, Oliver?" Lilly asked.

"What? Oh yeah, I'm fine," he looked at the rearview mirror to give Miley a glare. She mouthed 'sorry.'

The rest of the car ride consisted of them talking about the play, what Miley and Oliver had planned for the remainder of the summer, singing along to songs, and other things. The three hour drive to San Diego went by with ease despite some traffic. The trio was running late so once they got to Lilly's apartment, they left their things in the living room and drove over to UCSD. After parking, Lilly walked briskly through the campus.

"Girl, would you slow down?" Miley yelled, "Oliver and I don't know this campus all that well."

She slowed her pace, "Sorry guys, I just don't want to be late for my first day."

Lilly hadn't been paying attention to where she was going and was met with a startled gasp, papers flying everywhere, and a thud. She had fallen onto the ground, as well as the guy she bumped into. Miley and Oliver tried to hold back a laugh at the site in front of them.

"Oh my gosh, I am so sorry! I should have been paying attention," Lilly apologized.

"It's no problem. I was at fault too. I got so caught up reading these papers," the male voice said.

She gathered up the remaining papers and handed it over to the mystery voice. She looked up to see a very good looking, brunette with brown eyes, slightly muscular guy looking at her. Lilly let out a flirty smile, which he responded with a smile of his own.

"Hi, I'm Lilly Truscott," she held out her hand.

"Hi. I'm Brian. Brian Cohen," he shook the blonde's hand.

Miley and Oliver were observing the scene in front of them.

"Uh oh," Miley whispered.

Oliver nodded.

"Wait, Lilly Truscott?" Brian asked again.

Lilly looked questionable but agreed.

"Ohh! You're playing Mary Phagan in Parade!" he said, "I play Frankie Epps, your love interest," he showed her the papers, probably indicating that it was the script.

Miley's eyes, as well as Oliver's, got big. What a coincidence!

"Really? Wow. So you're on your way to rehearsals too?" she asked.

"Yeah," he started walking and she followed. Miley and Oliver also made their way to the duo. Oliver cleared his throat.

"Oh yeah! Brian, these are my friends Miley and Oliver," she pointed to them as they made their way to Lilly's side. Oliver flanked Lilly's right side, Brian on her other side, Miley by Oliver's side.

"Hi. It's nice to meet you," Brian said to them, "Are you staying for rehearsals?"

"Yes," Oliver answered quickly, "we're here to support my girl, Lilly over here…"

"Our girl Lilly," Miley interjected, raising her eyebrow at Oliver.

Brian or Lilly did not seem to notice.

"That's great. I like having people watch rehearsals. That way I can get feedback from the audience's point of view," Brian said, looking at the friends.

The four of them made their way into the theatre. Luckily, rehearsals hadn't started yet so Lilly and Brian were "early." The two of them sat with their other co-stars while Miley and Oliver sat two rows behind. The cast started to chat up a storm, leaving the two brunettes to talk freely.

"Brian sure is cute," Miley stared at him.

Oliver groaned, "You're not helping!"

"Right, ahem, sorry," she said, "I'm sure it won't be too bad. Lilly was telling me that her character dies somewhere in the beginning so it's not like they will share a lot of stage time together."

"I guess that helps, but they are still going to spend hours with each other because of rehearsals," he argued as he put his head down on the chair in front of him, "this sucks."

Miley patted his shoulder, "Don't worry Oliver. Everything will be ok."

She looked at Lilly, sitting close to Brian and laughing at his jokes. She hoped everything would be ok.

A/N: I'm doing this out of whim so I hope it is flowing well. I'll think of more ideas and post something again soon, I hope.