Disclaimer: Zoey 101 belongs to Nick and Mr. Schneider, who, I've realized, is a genius.

Author's Note: I love you guys. Have I mentioned that?

Timeline: Beginning of senior year

Characters: Zoey, Chase, Lola, Michael, Logan, Quinn, Vince, Lisa

Couples: Chase x Zoey; Michael x Lisa; Vince x Lola; Logan x Quinn

Words: 666 – Should I be worried?

Note: I knew this one would get long, seeing as I love group friendship things. They make me squeal. (Almost as much as Quogan videos. :D)

Beta-Read: None.

Laconic

Moment Four: The Pact

The first day of senior year at Pacific Coast Academy for Zoey Brooks and her best friends—Chase Mathews, Lola Martinez, Quinn Pensky, Michael Barrett, and Logan Reese—was monumental for two reasons.

The first was that Chase didn't have a major accident upon seeing Zoey—major being the key word. He'd accidently tripped, but he hadn't fallen from any flight of stairs. Zoey figured it was probably because they had spent the majority of the summer together.

The second reason was The Pact. It was made that day. They had argued over where they'd meet later—the girls wanted their dorm, while the guys insisted on theirs. Eventually, it was mutually agreed to meet at Sushi Rox.

It was nearing seven PM when The Six arrived. They didn't head straight into business—they ate dinner first. Lisa and Vince even made appearances; Lola and Vince had a thoroughly nonverbal session while Lisa and Michael caught up. However, it was with heavy hearts that later—two hours later—they would ask if they could be left alone to only the six of them.

The entire Sushi Rox had emptied out except for them. Zoey broke the silence that had fallen on them first.

"So you all know why we're here," she said, voicing everyone's thoughts.

"No, not really," said Logan, faking boredom. Quinn glared and hit him on the shoulder. "Ow!"

Zoey rolled her eyes. "Anyways, we're here because—well, a pact needs to be made," she said, frankly.

"A pact?"

"Yes, a pact," said Lola, flatly. "A promise that no matter what happens this year—college admissions, whatever crazy stuff usually happens, break-ups…" she trailed off, but she hastily shot a look at Logan before continuing, "we'll always be there for each other."

Logan scoffed. "This is ridiculous."

"I think it's pretty important. And significant," said Quinn, giving her boyfriend a look.

"Yeah, well, I do too," Logan immediately responded. Everyone collectively rolled their eyes.

"So what'll The Pact say?" asked Michael.

An hour later, the final Pact had been forged. Lola—having the neatest handwriting— had written it on a Sushi Rox napkin, copied it on another, and handed one to Chase. Two copies—one for the girls, one for the guys.

The Pact was clearly broken into six—the number of them, the number of friends who'd signed The Pact—parts.

Even if Logan Reese does something stupid, he's still a friend. He is, however, fair game for revenge pranks. Applies to all.

If someone has a monumental change happening to them, they will talk to someone. No big secrets will be kept.

Everyone will all at least try to go to UCLA as their 1st choice of colleges—unless something better comes along.

No matter what, one day a week will be assigned for hanging out.

If an argument occurs within the group, there will be no taking sides. All unaffected parties will be unbiased and neutral.

If there is a break-up with a couple, the beating up of the guy will not happen (unless it's Logan). Everyone will listen to both sides and respect the wishes of the couple, following point five.

Both Quinn and Logan had glared at Lola and immediately told her to get rid of the added phrase in point six. The actress did so, grudgingly, but only with one line crossing it out, as to be seen quite clearly.

Finally, they had all agreed to all points and had signed both copies of The Pact. Logan had continued to scoff while the others signed, but after glares from both Chase and Michael, and a look from Quinn, he had picked up the pen and added his signature.

That night, the two napkins holding the points of the Pact were stowed away—The Pact was emblazoned in their brains, anyways.

Many years later, Zoey would find the Sushi Rox napkin in her old PCA stuff and smile.

Thanks so much for the reviews guys! I really appreciate it! Also, I'd be really interested in seeing what someone makes of this drabble. Like as a fic, based off of this. Hopefully the points weren't that horrible...

Please let me know about any OOC-ness.