Description: this is just a story that i came up with months ago and have been trying to write it down ever since. I've finally managed to finish it, so i decided to post it on line for all of you to read. Please tell me what you think whether its good or bad. But don't be too harsh. Suggestions and thoughts are very much welcomed and encouraged. Well, enjoy and as always R&R.

Disclaimer: I don't own Zoey 101, but if i did there would be more conflict and love triangles.

Authors note: is only my fourth Zoey 101 story, so I'm still kinda new at writing these. Please let me know what you think, I'd love to know. )

Chapter #4

(zoey's pov)

" Chase! I missed you so much!", i yell as i run into his arms, knocking the both of us over. Staring down at him, i place kisses all over his face and a few on his lips. This startles him but he smiles back as he wraps his arms around my waist. Chuckling, i peck his cheek one last time as we both stand up.

" i noticed, but did you have to tackle me Zoe?", he asks playfully as he picks me up. I giggle as he whirls me around. Its pouring rain outside, but you know what? Right now i don't even care. Its just not important. What is important is that I'm back with my best friend.

" I'm sorry. I'm just really glad to see you is all Chase.", i exclaim happily as i peck his lips once more. With a wide grin, he returns the gesture. We both share a blush as i hug his chest lightly. Looking up at him, i lay my head lazily on his shoulder. I'm glad he's back. I've missed my best guy friend.

" i know you are Zoe. I'm glad to see you also.", confides Chase as he wraps me in his arms. This is right where i want to be too. Its where i should be. Being here with Chase like this? There's something about it that just feels right. It always has felt right. We just...we fit together perfectly.

Squeezing Chase lightly, i smother him with a few more kisses all over his face. Chuckling as my cheek nudges his stubbly face, i look up at him," wow Chase, look at you. You're all scruffy faced and ruggedly handsome!"

" you think so Zoey?", questions Chase with an amused smirk. With a nod and a light giggle, i bring my hand up to his face. Its weird touching his cheek. I'm used to his face being clean cut and smooth. I can't decide whether or not I'm liking this new look on Chase.

" I'm not sure. I kind of can't decide if i do or don't like the idea of a scruffy Chase.", i admit with a shy smile. Keeping my hand to his face, i glance up him as i study his new look. He actually looks kind of cute. And even a year or two older. He left a boy and now he came back a young man.

" well, i could always shave it off Zoey", comments Chase as his stares down at me. His hand reaches mine and he kisses my finger tips. I chuckle as he does so. It tickles and i like the feeling that it gives me. As this tingling sensation takes over me for a moment. Thats something I've never felt before and it feels nice.

" no, you should definitely keep it. Its starting to grow on me. Besides, it makes you look older and handsome Chase.", i confide quietly as i smirk up at him. This causes him to turn bright red as he blushes and immediately shies away from me. Laying my head against his shoulder once more, i close my eyes.

Trying not to grin too much at my comment, Chase only stares down at me. Kissing the tip of my nose, his arms wrap around my waist," so, you really think I'm handsome?"

" of course, i always have Chase. Thats never been a secret. In fact, any girl would be lucky to be with you.", i point out truthfully. Because any girl would be. I mean, look at him? Whats not to like? He's cute, smart, funny, easy to talk with, a good listener and would be a great boyfriend.

(Chase's pov)

"...even you Zoe?", i ask as i look down at her. Just as i do, i quickly avert my gaze from hers. Thats not something that i should have asked. Why would a friend ask a question like that? Friends don't think of each other in that way. Sure i think of Zoey in that way. But she doesn't know that. Not yet anyways.

" especially me Chase...if, you know. We ever dated that is.", she adds shyly, as she turns away from me now. Was that a blush that i just saw creep its way up her cheeks? Why would Zoey blush? Could it be because she likes me back? Oh, god. I hope thats the reason. Please it be.

" i was hoping that you might say that actually Zoey. I've been wanting to ask you something for a while now.", i confess with more then a little hesitancy. This is it, I'm finally going to do it. I'm finally going to tell her how i feel. Now all i have to do is convince myself not to chicken out.

Shuddering as the cold of the rain hits her, Zoey holds onto my arm. Tugging at my sleeve, she leads me towards the boys dorms," ask me when we're dried off. I'm freezing and soaked right now."

" yeah, sure. You can borrow something of mine to change into. Maybe one of my over sized sweat shirts.", i offer as we make our way through the lounge. We stop just outside of my dorm door. Reaching into my pocket, i grab my key out. I hesitate before unlocking the door and leading Zoey inside.

" thanks, I'm kind of my last pair of clean clothes as we speak.", she admits sheepishly as we both share a chuckle. Tossing Zoey one of my PCA sweat shirts and pair of sweat pants, i watch as she disappears into the bathroom. Trying not to laugh as she walks back out, i stare at her with amusement.

" really, well that would certainly explain your mismatched socks then Zoe.", i tease playfully as she slaps my chest gently. We both share a claugh as she walks back into my arms. Staring down at her, i sigh heavily to myself. I want nothing more then to just lean down and kiss her. But I'm not sure how she would react to that, so i don't.

" hey, don't you mock me Chase Matthews. I'll kick your butt and you know it.", she giggles as i start to tickle her sides softly. I smirk as she wriggles around in my arms. This feels right. She's supposed to be here with me like this. In my arms, and holding onto me the way she is. I can only hope she feels the same spark that I'm feeling right now. ...