Prologue- Sonny's day couldn't get any better; the So Random! Cast loved her new sketch, Tawni was now becoming more like a sister than a rival, and big-headed Chad Dylan Cooper was actually being nice to her. Things were looking up…until she gets an unexpected visit from an old flame she thought she left behind in Wisconsin. It just rained on Sonny's perfect day…

Disclaimer- Nope, I still don't own SWAC…only thing I own is the huge amount of homework waiting for me…oh joy…

A/N: guys I am soooooo sorry I didn't update sooner! My life has been so stressful recently…I actually had an anxiety attack last week, which was no fun. But I know you don't want excuses, you want another chapter, so here ya go!

Sonny With A Chance of Secrets

Chapter Four: Putting on a Mask

Soon after Chad had left Sonny at the cafeteria door, she had found her usual table and sat down to nibble on a salad. It wasn't long before she felt a presence behind her and she automatically stiffened.

"What've you been up to my Sunshine?" She shivered as Jake's lips lightly brushed against her ear.

"Um, nothing much, just working on the next sketch." Her knuckles had begun to burn with pain as she clenched her fork in her right hand.

Jake sat down beside her, his hand resting on her knee. She grimaced slightly and attempted to move her leg, but Jake only squeezed her knee tighter, causing a jolt of pain to fly up her leg.

"Jake, I…" Sonny trailed off, terrified of telling him to back off, but even more terrified of what he might do if she didn't make a stand.

His eyes seemed to be boring into her very soul, "Sonny, don't make things harder than they have to be. I don't want to hurt you."

She grimaced again, if someone really loved you, those should not be the words that come out of their mouth.

"And don't you even think about binging pretty boy into this."

Her eyes widened slightly, fear evident in the brown orbs.

Jake chuckled slightly, "You think I don't see the way you look at him, the way he looks at you? If you so much as whisper a word he's a dead man. Understand me?" His voice had dropped down to a harsh whisper now as people walked by the two.

Sonny nodded numbly, paralyzed by fear. Not fear for herself, but fear for Chad. He couldn't get hurt, not because of her.

Jake grinned smugly, knowing he'd won. He leaned forward and crushed his lips into hers in a bruising kiss. She sat there and allowed him to violate her mouth, afraid of the consequences of fighting back.

He pulled away, frowning slightly, "You know Sonny, you would enjoy our relationship more if you weren't always so tense. You just need to let your body relax and do the talking."

She laughed inside, that was the last thing she would do. And the only way she would enjoy this relationship, as he put it, is if there was no relationship.

"Anyway, I need to go check into my hotel. We're going to dinner tonight, so don't make any other plans."

She nodded numbly again.

He smirked, "Good girl. I'll come by around six to pick you up." And with that he stood up and disappeared.

Sonny didn't realize she was shaking until she picked up her glass and attempted to drink some water, unsuccessfully I might add. She sighed and sat down the cup, her appetite gone. What was she going to do? If she continued to let Jake have his way than she would end up doing things she promised herself she'd never do. But if she tried to stop him, or ask Chad for help, than Chad would get hurt.

As she walked back to her dressing room she made a decision. She would do whatever it took to protect Chad. Even if that meant putting on a mask and pretending she was in love in with Jake. It wouldn't be easy, but if it kept Chad safe, it would be worth it.

A/N: Ok, I realize this is short…like I wouldn't even call it a chapter. But I also know it's been a while since I updated and I wanted to give you something to read before you all figured out what college I go to, came, and kidnapped me until I finished the story :P Thanksgiving break is coming up and I plan to get a few chapters completed in that time. Until then, you know the drill! Click that green button and the bottom and review!!!!

Laterz!

~Julz