((+_POSITIVE JADE_+)) : KARAOKE DOKIE

Disclaimer: I do not own Victorious, nor any of the actors/actresses who portray them. I also do not own any songs used throughout fic, and Hayley Ferguson and Tara Ganz. I do own my OCs.

Pairing: Jade/Beck, Cat/Jade/Tori- friendship, Jade/Jeremy West: brother-sister bonding

CHAPTER SUMMARY: The gang goes to Karaoke Dokie, a new Karaoke club that's all the rage. However, Jade doesn't attend because she needs to babysit her younger brother, who is sick.

While there, Cat and Tori get up to sing against a couple of girls Hayley Ferguson and Tara Ganz, who were flirting with Beck and Andre. But, Cat and Tori don't win, though they were the better singers. Apparently, Hayley's dad owns the club and declared them the winners, which steams Tori and Cat up! Deciding to get revenge but not knowing how, the two friends go to the source of all sweetness and evil- Jade West.


+++ West Household:

Night Time

Jade was sitting at her metal-and-glass desk, Beatles lying contentedly in her lap, when there was a tentative knock on her bedroom door. Setting aside her homework, the Goth teen turned slightly to face the entrance to her room.

"Come in," she called out, wondering who it was. Normally, no one bothered her at this time of night, especially since she always did her school work at this time.

Jeremy West, Jade's little brother, shyly peaked into his sister's room, his gaze slightly unfocused and cheeks lightly flushed red. "Jade?" he inquired quietly, not wanting to disturb her. "Is it okay if I come in?"

Jade frowned at her brother's appearance. "Sure," she answered, "What's wrong, Jeremy? You don't look so good, kiddo."

Standing, she made sure her hands securely held her little bunny before placing him in his cage for the night. By the looks of things, her brother needed her, and Beatles would be happier out of the way rather than under someone's foot.

Feeding the small creature a piece of carrot, she turned back to look at Jeremy, who was now sitting on her bed. "Are you sick?" she asked.

Jeremy slowly nodded, a hand coming up to rub the sweat from his forehead. "Yeah," he whispered, head pounding with a headache. "Can I stay here tonight?" His tone was miserable, and Jade couldn't bring herself to leave him alone for a second, even if Jeremy should have gone to their parents for medicine.

"That's fine," she answered, "Let me grab some stuff from the bathroom. I want to check your temperature." With that, she exited her room to go to the bathroom a couple doors down.

Grabbing everything she figured she'd need, she returned to her bedroom to find her brother in the same position she'd left him in. Kneeling in front of Jeremy, she quickly took his temperature while doing a quick examination of his eyes. Still foggy from the fever, but she figured he'd caught it quick enough to not be a huge deal.

When the little thermometer gave a cheerful beep! Jade checked the scan. 99 degrees- nothing serious but she should still watch him.

Jade gently ran her slim fingers through her brother's blonde hair- a trait he'd inherited from their mother- trying to soothe him. "I'll get you some medicine, okay? Then you can get some sleep."

"Alright," Jeremy replied, nodding gingerly.

A few minutes later, the Goth teen returned with a tiny plastic cup that came with the children's medicine bottle, the grape-flavored liquid almost filled to the top. In her other hand, she held a glass of water to get rid of the aftertaste.

She watched carefully as Jeremy took the medicine without a fight and swallowed half the water before allowing him to curl up on the mattress to sleep. Knowing he would sleep better the rest of the night, she went back to her desk to finish the last of her homework as quietly as she could.

Jade had a feeling tomorrow would be tiring. Jeremy had always been attached to her- he'd insist she take care of him, especially since their parents would most likely be working. Thankfully, the next day was Friday, so Jeremy would have the entire weekend to rest and get better.

In the meantime, she would watch him to make sure he didn't get worse. That's what big sisters were for, right?


+++ West Household:

The Next Morning

Jade was sipping a glass of organic orange juice when Jeremy came into the kitchen, Hannah and Victor West- their mother and father, respectively- following close behind. It wasn't often Jade got to see her parents in the same place at the same time, but miracles were possible, it seemed.

"Good morning, Jadelyn," Hannah greeted, smiling at her daughter, although she winced at Jade's choice in clothes. 'Goth' had never been a type she liked, but she didn't say anything to Jade. She hoped one day her baby girl would grow out of it.

Victor gave said 'baby girl' a gentle rub on the head, the only sign of affection he ever really showed his children. Taking a mug from a drawer, he poured fresh coffee, adding two sugars. "Have you seen the newspaper?"

"It's Jade, mom, not Jadelyn," Jade said, exasperated. "And, the newspaper should be on the dining room table."

Her father left with a small grunt as thanks, and Hannah chuckled indulgently at how Jade had responded to her.

Yup, just another morning in the West house.

Jeremy, still dressed in his plaid pajamas, tugged on his sister's shirt. When he had her attention, Jade just handed him the juice she'd been drinking. She wasn't sure what he'd actually wanted, but it was as good as any guess.

Minutes later, the West family was sitting at the dining room table, breakfast laid out and steaming. Hannah portioned a small amount of everything for Jeremy, knowing his sick body needed the nutrients but being careful to not overfeed him before he became physically ill.

"Tonight, your father and I will be stuck at work," Hannah announced, though the statement was mostly made towards Jade, who picked at her wheat toast. "So, would you be a dear and watch your little brother? The housecleaner said she could watch him during the day, but she has to leave by four o'clock."

"I'll be home before four," Jade stated, standing. Patting Jeremy on the head, she kissed her mother on the cheek before slinging her bag over a shoulder. "Beck will be here soon. I'm off to school."


+++ Hollywood Arts High:

Black Box Theater

"That's too bad about your brother," Beck said, concern bleeding into his tone. Having dated Jade for so long, he'd been bound to meet her family. While Hannah was warm and Victor stern, Beck had taken a quick shine to Jeremy, who loved his sister beyond anyone. And the kid loved his video games- the perfect method for male bonding.

Jade nodded, her legs draped across his lap. Her ice-blue eyes were focused on Andre and Cat, who were doing some kind of scene on stage. "Yeah, too bad," she absently muttered. "He'll be fine. It's just a slight fever."

Beck pressed a kiss to her temple. "So, I guess our date tonight will have to be held off until the weekend?"

"Yeah, guess so," she replied. "What were we gonna do anyway?"

"Cat was mentioning some new karaoke club," he answered, missing the way Jade's eyes dulled at the mention of the 'date'. Another night out with the gang, not just the two of them. Really, what did a girl have to do to get her guy to take her on an actual date? She could barely remember the last time they did something alone together.

I guess Jeremy getting sick was a sign, Jade thought mirthlessly.

When Sikowitz stopped Andre and Cat, he had them retake their seats. The former went to sit next to Tori, who was furiously playing with her phone, and the redhead skipped her way back to Jade's other side.

"So, my eager-minded students," Sikowitz asked out loud, his eyes shining with either insanity or eagerness. "What will you all be doing this weekend?" He pointed at Robbie, cheerfully adding, "I know Robbie isn't doing anything!"

"Wha-? I-" the curly haired teen sputtered, but soon gave up. "Yeah, I don't have any plans."

Rex laughed mockingly. "I, however, do," he announced. "I've got a date with a couple of girls from Northridge."

Beck rolled his eyes, his fingers playing with Jade's. If Rex had plans tonight, that meant Robbie had plans tonight, too. Who else was going to be Rex? Seriously, one day Beck was going to have a long discussion with Robbie about his self-confidence. This just wasn't natural.

Cat waved her hand wildly around, practically vibrating in her seat. "Oh! Oh! Sikowitz, can I go next?" she chirped out, laughing in her signature way.

Sikowitz waved his hand, giving the bubbly redhead the floor.

"Oh, yay," Cat cheered, "I was telling Tori about this new club called Karaoke Dokie, and she said she wanted to go!" Whipping around to face her best friend, she asked, "Hey, Jadey, can you come, too? Please? It would be so much more fun with you there!"

Jade shook her head. "Can't," she replied. "Jeremy is sick, so I have to watch him today after school." She turned her attention onto Beck. "Why don't you go with them? It'll be fun and then you won't have to stay home alone."

Beck didn't look like he really wanted to, but Andre piped in at that moment. "Yeah, man. I'm going, too, so you can keep me company."

"Alright, I'll go," the Canadian-born boy said, shrugging lightly.

Tori, who was finally done almost strangling her phone, spoke up. "It's a good thing I'm going out tonight. Trina's getting her wisdom teeth pulled, and I'll have to take care of her this weekend while my parents are away." Her nose wrinkled. "I bet my parents planned that on purpose."

"There is no doubt about that, chika," Andre replied, chuckling.


+++ West Household:

After School

"You sure you want me to go out tonight?" Beck asked Jade for the hundredth time that day. "I could stay to help you watch Jeremy and, now, Zane." Said Rottweiler puppy was still too young to stay home alone, so Jade had offered to watch him while Beck and the others were out. His parents would have normally watched Zane, but Jade had insisted, claiming Jeremy would love seeing the puppy.

His girlfriend gave him an exasperated look. "It's fine, Beck. Don't worry about it," she reassured. "I love Zane and so does Jeremy." Leaning in, she kissed him for a few seconds before pulling back. "Just come back later to pick him up, okay?"

The look she gave him while saying the last was sly, and Beck couldn't help the chuckle that escaped his throat.

Kissing her once more, he cupped a hand against her cheek to hold her close. "Fine, I'll see you later tonight, babe," he promised.

"Thanks for the ride," she said, hopping out and grabbing the animal transportation carrier in the back of his truck before making her way to the front door. When she got it open, she turned to look one last time at her boyfriend, who waved then, she went inside.

Maggie, the housecleaner, helped Jade with her bag and animal carrier. Opening the little caged door, Zane jumped out with a happy yip that both females found adorable. "Ah, nice to see Zane around the house again," she commented, smiling at the puppy. "Jeremy will be glad."

"Speaking of," Jade said, "How is he?"

The older woman tsked, shaking her head in exasperation. "Oh, that little rascal has been asking every hour where you are. Other than that, he's been sleeping and eating soup. He'll be fine before Monday, I wager."

"That's good to hear. I have homework to take care of, so I'll start on that before I check on him." The Gothic teen watched as Zane began sniffing the ground, his nails clicking against the hard wood flooring. "I know you have somewhere to be today, so I won't hold you. See you tomorrow."

"Very well," Maggie replied, though slightly reluctant. However, she knew Jade could handle herself, so she didn't worry overly much. "I'll be heading out. Have a nice evening, Jade."

Jade escorted Maggie to the door, helping the grandmotherly woman with her coat, though she knew Maggie didn't need it. "You have a nice evening, too, Maggie."

With the housecleaner gone, the jet haired teen got to work on making sure Zane didn't make a mess in the house before leading him up to her room where his best friend, Beatles, was housed in his cage. Releasing her little rabbit, she watched the two get reacquainted once more before starting her homework. It was only two assignments; she'd be done within an hour.


+++ Karaoke Dokie:

With Everyone Else

Beck sighed, wishing he hadn't listened to Jade and had stayed with her instead of going out with everyone else. It had turned out that Rex had invited his dates (apparently, Rex had scored a date with two girls) to the same karaoke club as them, so now Robbie was sitting across the club with the three.

He missed Jade. He had hoped tonight would be just the two of them, to be honest, but when Cat started rambling about Karaoke Dokie, he'd tuned her out, therefore, hadn't heard her question about attending before it was too late and had agreed. His only out had come in the form of Jade not being able to come with them, but she'd insisted on him coming. Then, Andre had asked to keep him company, so Beck, being the good guy he was, agreed (once again).

Now, he was stuck with the gang, though it wasn't like he was having a terrible time. No, he was having fun- he just missed having his girlfriend by his side.

His attention was caught when Tori suddenly stood. "I'm gonna get a soda," she stated, making her way to the bar-like counter where drinks were made or refilled.

"Get me one?" Andre called out.

The Latina waved to show she'd heard his request. "Sure."

To make conversation, Andre said, "Did you know that karaoke came from the Japanese?"

Beck sipped his soda casually. "Yeah. How great is Japan, right?"

Cat bounced in her seat, a happy grin on her pixie-featured face. "One time, my brother got stabbed in Japan," she announced, giggling while Beck and Andre gave her horrified expressions. "It was an accident. He's better now."

Andre suddenly whipped up the menu, eyes frantically scanning the food items. "Oh, look!" he exclaimed. "They have Buffalo Nuggets. That's good… Not for the Buffalo."

Like she hadn't said anything about her brother, Cat tilted her head to side questioningly. "Are Buffalo Nuggets spicy?"

Beck was about to ask where Tori was to distract Cat again when a brunette boldly took his friend's vacated seat. He frowned, about to tell her it was taken, but when she sent him a flirty wink, he knew trouble was about to descend on their table.

"I'm Hayley Ferguson," the pretty but bold brunette introduced, taking Beck's hand in hers. A blonde girl came into view next, though she pulled up a seat between Andre and Cat, which made Beck want to weep in gratitude. He so didn't want to deal with two girls!

"That's my friend, Tara Ganz," Hayley added, smirking at the blonde. She didn't consider the little redhead a threat- the girl didn't look like she amounted to much, and her manner of speech reminded the two of a kid. Who would date a kid?

Trying to be 'polite', Beck used only his thumb and forefinger to get Hayley's hand off his own. "That's nice," he said, hoping to convey that they should leave. While Andre didn't have a girlfriend like Beck did, the other boy didn't look comfortable with Tara trying to flirt with him either. "But, you're actually in our friend's seat there, so if you could-"

"-You have insane hair," Hayley interrupted, leaning closer seductively. Not to be ignored, she used her other hand to touch Beck's fluffy hair.

Beck immediately pulled back, again trying to be polite, though he had a feeling that wouldn't work, not with this particular type of girl. Seriously, he should consider wearing a sign that said Jade West is the ONLY ONE allowed to touch my hair- his life would be so much easier!

Instead, he said, "Yeah, my hair was normal, but one day it went insane." Looking away from the brunette, he uncomfortably added, "Sad story." Why wasn't she taking the hint that she should leave? Really, this was just proving he shouldn't go out without Jade.

Hayley once again grabbed his hand. "I like your story," she said in a flirty voice, smirking.

Cat squeaked in distress, wishing Jadey had been there to handle this. Since she wasn't, the redhead figured it was up to her to 'save' Beck (and Andre, she supposed). "Um, Miss?" she said uncomfortably.

"What?" Hayley snapped, casting a glare the redhead's way.

Cat squeaked again, brown eyes widening. "He has a girlfriend."

The brunette scoffed, rolling her eyes. She turned her attention back onto Beck, who had been trying to sneak away. His plan had been to abandon everyone at the karaoke club and show up at Jade's house. She would have understood… He hoped, anyway. Jade might be a little mad he'd left Cat and Tori behind, but knew Andre could handle the two girls, if not himself.

"I don't see any girlfriend."

Cat panicked. "Well- She- That is-"

Beck closed his eyes, hoping this night would be over soon. He really needed to see Jade after this. He just knew her night couldn't be any worse than his.


+++ West Household:

With Jade

When the continuous knocking had snapped Jade away from watching TV with her brother, she narrowed her eyes suspiciously. Who could that be? She hoped it wasn't Beck. If he showed up, that could mean he'd left Cat and Tori without a ride home, unless Andre could. And he only could if nothing happened to his grandmother, who he always drove to the hospital when she had another 'episode'.

Jeremy curiously watched as his sister answered the door.

"Trina?" Jade asked in surprise, taking in the older Vega sister. "What are you doing here?"

Without asking for an invite, Trina barged into the house, thrusting numerous papers into Jade's hands, her expression miserable and pained. Now that Jade had a better look at her, her face appeared slightly swollen, but it could just be from the cotton balls lodged where her wisdom teeth had been.

Trina suddenly stopped when she noticed Jeremy staring- or rather glaring- at her. She glared right back, not the mood to deal with a little kid. She whipped around to face Jade, who was busy reading through the papers she'd been handed.

Jade looked up when Trina began mumbling and grunting while wildly gesturing at Jeremy. She raised a brow. "That's my younger brother, Jeremy," she supplied, able to sort of understand the older girl. "He's sick, so I'm watching him. What are you doing here, anyway? Shouldn't you be at home?"

Trina slumped down onto the couch, her hands thrown down in defeat. Jeremy moved away, glaring at the other girl the entire time. She lifted a hand to touch her face, whining in pain and looking at Jade with misery written plainly in her eyes. Obviously she was in a lot of pain, and didn't wish to take care of herself.

How she knew Jade was home was beyond the Goth's understanding.

Sighing, Jade set the papers down. "Fine, but if I'm taking care of you, that means you have to listen to everything I say." She sent Trina a serious frown to show she wasn't kidding. "If you don't, I'm kicking you out and going back to just watching Jeremy, Beatles, and Zane. Got me?"

Trina eagerly nodded, now not having to worry about caring for herself.

"Good. Now, lay back. I'll get you something cold to put on your jaw."

When Jade disappeared in the direction of the kitchen, Jeremy flung into action. Trina grunted in surprise when the little twelve year old landed in her lap, her hair being tugged from her scalp.

"Jade is taking care of me!" Jeremy howled, only loud enough so that Jade wouldn't hear him. "I don't want to share her attention, so leave. Right now!"

Trina shook her head vehemently, her chocolate eyes narrowed in challenge. Oh no, if one of them was leaving, it would be this little brat!

So, the war between who would get Jade's attention was waged.


+++ Karaoke Dokie:

With Everyone Else

After Tori came back from getting her drink and Andre's, a verbal spar broke out between her and Hayley, who insisted that Beck was 'fair game' because Jade wasn't there. Although the boys did try to stop the argument, Tori and Cat were challenged by Hayley and Tara to a karaoke competition.

Only too eager to show these interlopers up, Tori agreed and Cat didn't appear the least bit afraid of being worse than the other two girls.

While Hayley and Tara sang Number One by Ginger Fox, Tori and Cat kept exchanging looks of disbelief. Why would these two be so confident about winning when they sounded so… horrid? It just didn't make sense, though their defeat would be sweet.

When Hayley and Tara were done, they received moderate applause, though they still appeared smug, like no one could possibly be more talented than them.

Tori and Cat stood, the latter bouncing excitedly about finally getting a chance to sing. They took extra confidence when Andre and Beck cheered for them, with even Robbie and Rex from their table across the room.

"Alright, alright," the DJ announced, "Next up we have Tori Vega and Cat Valentine." He paused to let the applause die down before continuing. "What will you be throwing down tonight, girls?"

Cat grabbed a microphone eagerly, smiling cutely at the audience. "We're gonna sing L.A. Boyz by Ariana Grande and Victoria Justice," she answered.

"Ooh, sounds great," the DJ said, starting the requested song.

Tori and Cat danced to the beat for a few seconds, getting into the rhythm of the song. The crowd cheered, lending them encouragement, though it wasn't needed. They were performers and as performers, they would crush their competition all on their own.

Tori:

"Driving down Sunset on a Saturday night

It's getting kinda crazy under the lights,

and we don't care where we're passing our time,

watching those LA Boyz roll by"

Cat:

"In their drop-tops, Harleys, Escalades too,

a hundred different flavors to vary your view.

There's one for me, and there's one for you,

Watching LA Boyz roll through"

Both:

"Looking so hot down in Hollywood,

You know they got, got the goods,

So lets give it up for those LA Boyz.

Riding the waves up in Malibu,

they really get, get to you,

so lets give it up for those LA Boyz.

Give it up, give it up, you don't have no choice,

Give it up, give it up for the LA Boyz"

Cat:

"West side, East side, everywhere between,

rockstars jamming, prom is up for free"

Both:

"Flipping those skateboards on Venice beach,

LA boys come play with me.

Turn it up, turn it up come and play with me.

Looking so hot down in Hollywood,

You know they got, got the goods,

So lets give it up for those LA Boyz.

Riding the waves up in Malibu,

they really get, get to you,

so lets give it up for those LA Boyz."

Everyone in Karaoke Dokie cheered as the girls continued to rock the stage. Andre was clapping to the beat, Robbie was dancing in his seat, and Beck was whistling with how great his friends sounded doing a duet. The latter only wished Jade had been there, too; she and Cat made an even more dynamite pair on stage.

Oh well, he was sure Jade was having fun spending time with Jeremy, Beatles, and Zane.


+++ West Household:

With Jade

Jade sighed, knowing something was going on between Jeremy and Trina. Did they think she was blind and stupid? She could practically see the death glares they aimed at each other when they thought she wasn't paying attention. But she was; oh, how she was.

She also noticed that when she left the room, muffled sounds of shouting and grunting could be heard throughout the whole house, not just contained within the living room. And, really, did they think she wouldn't know they broke the lamp during whatever it was they were doing? It wasn't like the lamp just knocked itself over!

Sighing again, Jade checked the time on her pear-phone. She was just happy Beatles and Zane were being good pets; both animals staying locked in her room before they hurt themselves trying to get downstairs. As it were, Beck would be picking up his Rottweiler within the next hour or so, which meant Jade could send Trina home since Tori would be there now.

"Okay, Jeremy," Jade said, standing up from the armchair she'd been sitting in. "It's time to take another dose of your medicine. Come on, kiddo."

Jeremy smiled innocently at his older sister. "Okay, Jade," he replied, eagerly taking her hand in his smaller one. With a triumphant smile thrown at Trina, he began leading Jade away from the vile girl trying to take the Goth from him.

Trina shot a glare at the little demon. Then, using her 'acting skills,' she began kicking and moaning in pain. Her hands came up to hold her jaw, the cotton balls still within her mouth, thus making her cheeks puffed slightly.

It did the trick, because Jade turned around to see what the older girl was doing.

Jade sighed. "You can't take any more pain pills," she stated, giving Trina a stern look. "Your doctor made that very clear when you can have them. Would you like another bag of frozen peas? Oh, and we'll have to flush your bloody gums out with salt water in a little while." Although, she hoped Tori would be home by then. She had a limit when it came to obtaining and doing disgusting things, after all.

The older Vega sibling groaned in pain again, her body thrashing against the back of the couch. "Can I have ice cream?" she painfully moaned.

The Goth rolled her eyes but sighed again. "I'll see if we have any," she replied before tugging Jeremy with her once more. She didn't miss the way Jeremy threw a glare at Trina, which said girl returned with her own triumphant smirk.

Mentally groaning, Jade measured the children's syrup in the little plastic cup then handed it to her brother, along with a glass of water. While he gulped both down, she searched the freezer for ice cream but, of course, didn't find any.

When the West siblings went back to the living room, Trina looked expectantly at Jade, who shook her head negatively.

"Sorry, we don't have ice cream. If you want, I can go to the store and get you a pint."

Trina nodded eagerly, her eyes giving off a puppy-ish look. Not that it worked on Jade, who practically invented that expression (because she used it against Beck when she didn't get her way).

Sighing (again), Jade gave her brother and guest a stern glare. "Fine, I'll get you your ice cream. But-" she held up a finger to add emphasis, "-Do not, and I repeat, DO NOT, destroy this house or burn it down. Got me?"

The two quickly nodded, their expressions clearly stating they would be angels.

Jade highly doubted that, but she would do just about anything to get out of this house.

Coming close to flying out of the door and into her car, Jade just knew the others were having a better time than she was. After all, they didn't have to deal with two patients who wanted her undivided attention.


+++ Karaoke Dokie:

With Everyone Else

Tori and Cat were singing their last few lines, both energized and dancing on stage like they owned it, which they did if the roaring crowd was any indication. Everyone, except the jealous Hayley Ferguson and Tara Ganz, were standing and cheering the two HA girls on.

Both:

"Put your number in my phone,

maybe I'll call you, maybe not.

What are you doing all alone,

come, show me what you boy,

show me what got, got boy,

what you got boy,

show me what you got.

Looking so hot down in Hollywood,

You know they got, got the goods,

So lets give it up for those LA Boyz.

Riding the waves up in Malibu,

they really get, get to you,

so lets give it up for those LA Boyz

Give it up for the LA Boyz,

give it up for the LA Boyz,

give it up for the LA Boyz,

give it up for the LA Boyz,

give it up for the LA Boyz,

give it up for the LA Boyz,

so give it up for the LA Boyz"

The last note ringing out, Tori and Cat bowed while the audience went wild for their performance. It was easily obvious who the winners to this little 'competition' were, and Hayley and Tara were stewing in their seats. Good. It was what those two deserved after trying to steal their friend's boyfriend.

"Alright," the DJ cheered. "Let's give another round of applause for Tori Vega and Cat Valentine!" He paused to wait out the uproar their names caused, grinning with the level of excitement in the room. "And, here to announce the winner, the owner of Karaoke Dokie- Mr. Alan Ferguson!"

Everyone clapped, while Tori stiffened. Ferguson? She could have sworn she'd heard the name somewhere before, but where? The Latina had a feeling this information was important, but how? It was frustrating with how many questions she had but no answers appeared.

"Wow, just wow!" Alan Ferguson said, smiling at his customers. "That was just amazing, but I think you'll all agree that there were two girls who stood out more than the rest, right?"

The crowd cheered, and Tori relaxed. Maybe she'd been worrying about nothing. It wasn't like this was a TV show where competitions like this were rigged-

"The winners of tonight's competition are Hayley Ferguson and Tara Ganz!" Alan announced, clapping loudly while the two girls mentioned squealed happily. The only other person to clap was the DJ, but he only did because he didn't want to lose his job.

"WHAT?!" Tori and Cat exclaimed in outrage together, both getting to their feet in protest. At their table, Andre and Beck also stood to shout their complaints, as did Robbie (along with Rex) who moved closer to his friends.

This was why Hayley and Tara had looked so smug all evening, Tori realized, stunned that people would be so shallow as to rig a singing competition. Seriously, what the chizz was up with using your own father to help you win something? It just wasn't right!

Hayley, the brunette who started this whole thing, sneered smugly at Tori and Cat. "We won because we're the best."

"Well, don't believe everything your daddy tells you," Cat shot back, clearly upset about being cheated into losing.

Rex piped in, "Yeah, like when he says you're pretty." Although it wouldn't be the normal thing for the puppet to say, Robbie was just as mad as his friends about Tori and Cat losing; the two had been the obvious winners, but the owner didn't want his daughter and her friend to lose.

While everyone snickered at the remark, Hayley and Tara gasped in offense. "You know what," the former snapped, pointing at their group, "You are no longer allowed in here. You're banned from Karaoke Dokie!"

"Fine, we don't wanna spend another minute in this place, anyway," Andre replied. When they turned to leave, however, their waitress finally showed up with their food. "We're leaving after we finish eating!"

"Yeah, after we finish eating!" the rest of the group agreed, all retaking their seats angrily. Robbie pulled up a chair, the Northridge girls he'd been hanging out with forgotten. Soon, everyone was grumpily complimenting how good the Buffalo Nuggets were, but also snapping that they were leaving right after they finish their meal.

While they ate, Tori's mind continued to work overtime. She wanted revenge! However, it seemed impossible since she and Cat were pretty much banned from the club… But Jade wasn't!

Eyes widening in realization, the Latina waved her hand to catch her friends' attention. "I have an idea," she quietly squealed, smiling hugely.

"What sort of idea?" Andre asked, curious.

"Cat and I will call Jade, and she'll be able to fix everything," she answered. "It's perfect. Me and Cat aren't allowed to sing here anymore, and Jade is one of the best singers at Hollywood Arts. She can totally take Hayley and Tara on!"

Cat clapped excitedly. "Yay! We'll be able to hear Jadey sing!" she squealed, eyes sparkling. "She'll be so upset about those girls being mean to us, she'll teach them a lesson." Giggling, she clapped a hand over her mouth, as if pleasantly surprised she'd said such a thing.

Beck smirked. "My girl does have an amazing voice," he boasted. A sudden frown overtook his features, however. "But, she's watching her little brother tonight, remember? She can't just leave him at home alone."

Tori deflated, her slim shoulders slumping. "Ah, chizz, I forgot about her brother." Thinking for a second, she turned to Cat, who looked equally displeased about not getting Hayley and Tara in trouble with Jade. "Let's try calling her, anyway? It couldn't hurt."

"Kay, kay," Cat said, bouncing out of her seat. The two girls told the guys what they would be doing then left to make their phone call in a quieter place. The redhead pulled out her pink pear-phone, easily scrolling through her contacts until she found Jade's number. "Here it is. Just hit the call button."

Tori did while also activating the speakerphone. The two teens waited as the phone rang a couple of times before being answered by Jade.

"Hey Cat, what's up?" Jade asked, not in the least concerned.

"Jadey, we're at Karaoke Dokie," Cat announced, like her Gothic friend hadn't known. "There are these two girls who were really mean to me and Tori."

There was a pause on the other end, like Jade was processing what Cat had said. "Like, my 'Jade'- level mean?" she asked.

"No, not that mean, but still mean," Tori responded. On another day, she would have found this conversation funny, but she was eager to dish out some revenge.

Jade hummed. "And, what would you like me to do about that?" she asked, unsure where this was going. The last time she checked, Tori and Cat could handle themselves, especially when it came to two girls being 'really mean' to them. Besides, she had Jeremy and Trina to take care of- the ice cream was melting too.

"Well," Tori said, beginning to get nervous. Didn't Jade want to do something about their situation? Then again, she and Cat were pulling the Goth away from her responsibility, so Jade could have some leeway. "We were hoping you'd come up with a plan with that beautifully evil mind of yours to get back at those girls."

Jade sighed. "I would love to," she replied, sounding a little tired. "But, I have to get back home. You know, before it gets burned down or-"

"-One of the girls was hitting on Beck!" Cat blurted out, hands tightly clasped in front of her chest. Her expression was an imploring one, as if her best friend could see her through the phone.

"I'll be there in about ten minutes," was the last thing Tori and Cat heard before Jade terminated the call.

Tori smirked. Oh yes, revenge would be sweet, very sweet.


+++ Karaoke Dokie:

Seven Minutes Later

When Jade arrived, she shoved a melting pint of ice cream at Tori, who didn't have time to guess why the other girl would have the frozen treat before Jade stormed into Karaoke Dokie to confront this girl who had had the nerve to flirt with Beck.

Normally, she was the calm one in their relationship; she didn't get jealous, but Jade West did get possessive. No girl at Hollywood Arts got away with hitting on Beck because they knew he belonged to Jade West, who was equally owned by Beck Oliver. When people messed with a certain level of said ownership, they paid dearly for their little mistake.

And Jade was about to reveal how very evil she could be.

Stopping short of the main room, the Goth turned to look at her friends with a small smirk. "I have an idea," she announced. Tori and Cat smiled back, knowing Jade's devious mind was planning the perfect set-up for Hayley and Tara. "Wait for me at your table. I'll be back in a few then we can put those bimbos in their places."

"Kay, kay," Cat cheered, clapping excitedly. Tori just nodded, taking the bubbly redhead by the arm to lead her away.

When the girls made it back to their table, they told the guys Jade was planning something, which they all smirked in amusement at. None of them could wait to see what Jade had up her sleeve, though they knew it would be great. Beck was just glad to know his girlfriend was around and he'd be seeing her soon.

A few minutes later, Hayley and Tara once again made an appearance at their table to cause trouble about Tori and Cat still being there, but unable to sing. Sure, the whole gang was pretty much banned, but that didn't stop Hayley from trying to flirt with Beck again, who looked more annoyed than anything.

That was when Tara pointed out Andre's Hollywood Arts' jacket.

"Oh, Hollywood Arts, huh?" Hayley sneered, "You mean that school for wannabes."

Before Tori could open her mouth to defend her school, a scratchy but familiar voice said, "You know, you may wannabe shutting your face there."

Everyone turned to face who spoke, and Jade's group all widened their eyes in shock. This wasn't the Jade West they'd been expecting. Her jet locks were unkempt, though Beck would call it messy in a sexy-style. Her clothes looked like she'd slept in them, and she'd added a heavy coat over everything at some point. Her normally pale cheeks were a little red, like she was running a slight fever, and her eyes looked like they had bags underneath them. All in all, Jade looked like she was sick with a cold, her scratchy voice furthering the act.

Hayley smirked, not seeing a threat in the newcomer. "Really?" she asked mockingly.

Jade coughed into her coat sleeve, but responded in a strained, matter-of-fact tone. "Really." Then, she proceeded to lock glares with the brunette trying to hit on her boyfriend. Although she acted like she was sick, a true actor only had to look into her ice-blue orbs to see she was perfectly fine. However, she also knew this chick wouldn't see past her disguise.

"And who would you be?" Hayley demanded to know, nose wrinkling in disgust. There was no way she'd admit to being intimidated by some sickly invalid, no matter how penetrating her stare.

Jade lightly smiled, though she threw in a small cough to make sure her voice came out just the right amount of scratchy. "Jade West. I happen to be Beck's girlfriend." Shrugging, she ran her gaze over Hayley, like the brunette was lacking (which she was). "Not that it matters, but who are you?"

"I happen to be replacing you as Beck's girlfriend," Hayley snidely responded, though she became annoyed when Jade started to hoarsely laugh at her declaration.

Cat giggled loudly, too, followed by Tori almost falling from her chair in laughter. Beck and the other boys were smirking in amusement, though Robbie was trying hard not to laugh out loud too.

"We'll see about that," Jade coughed out, "How about another singing competition right now? I win, and you admit my friends and I are the better singers, and you and your friend will have to babysit a couple of people I know."

"And what do I get when I win?" Hayley confidently asked back, crossing her arms superiorly.

"If you win," Jade said, eyes flashing with an unknown emotion, "I'll break up with Beck then he'll be fair game."

Hayley smirked. "Fine, I accept."

"However," Jade added, holding up a finger. "I've been told your father owns this joint, so we'll have the audience decide who wins." Her shoulders lightly shrugged. "Unless you're scared you're no match for me?"

The brunette watched with vicious eyes as Jade had a 'coughing fit', her confidence boosting even further up, if possible. "I accept the terms," she smugly said.

"Awesome," Jade muttered, blinking slowly as if she was 'tired'. "I'll be nice and let you two go first."

Hayley stood with Tara by her side. "Enjoy us," the former said, sending a smirk towards Jade.

Jade rolled her eyes, though she took the seat closest to Beck, who wrapped an arm around her waist. "Enjoy some monkey fur," she shot back, acting delusional due to fever.

Hayley informed the DJ what was happening, so he made the appropriate announcements, which got the crowd going again.

While the first notes to Hate Me, Love Me by Ginger Fox began, Jade paid special attention to their performance, though they were amateur at best.

Beck pressed a kiss to Jade's temple, knowing he shouldn't bother her while she's in the process of doling out her evil schemes. Her entire concentration was focused on her victim(s). He couldn't help but be impressed all over again by his girl. And he had nothing to worry about. Although she'd gambled their relationship, he had every confidence Jade would come out on top, like always.

When Hayley and Tara finished their song, they were met with a moderate level of applause again, but the two weren't worried. Their competition was sick, her voice too hoarse to be any good. It was an easy win, like when they went up against the redhead and Latina.

"Alright, that was Hayley Ferguson and Tara Ganz once again," the DJ stated, though his enthusiasm had gone down since earlier. "Next up, we have Jade West!"

The crowd gave confused claps as Jade 'stumbled' onto the stage. Her friends, however, clapped and cheered like she'd already won.

"What would you like to sing tonight, Jade?" the DJ asked kindly, though unconfidently.

Jade cleared her throat loudly, making sure to do it into the microphone for added effect. "I'll sing Circus by Britney Spears," she requested.

"Are you sure?" the DJ asked, laughing nervously. "It's a pretty up-beat song. I mean-"

"-Just play it, please," Jade interrupted, raising a brow at him like he was stupid.

Without further argument, the DJ started spinning the track.

As the beat seduced the audience, Jade started to lightly bounce where she stood. When the first string of notes came out, she grabbed the microphone on the stand and sang:

"There's only two types of people in the world

The ones that entertain, and the ones that observe

Well baby I'm a put-on-a-show kinda girl

Don't like the backseat, gotta be first (oh, oh)

I'm like the ringleader

I call the shots (call the shots)

I'm like a firecracker

I make it hot (make it hot)

When I put on a show"

While she sang the first couple of lines, Jade began wiping her make-up from her face, slowly moving where she stood in a seductive manner that no one but Beck could tell, considering her bulky coat.

On the last couple of lines, make-up cleared and revealing her flawless complexion, Jade began stripping the coat from her curvy frame, eliciting a few catcalls from the male audience and wild cheers from Tori and Cat, who were both snickering at how stunned Hayley and Tara appeared.

"I feel the adrenaline moving through my veins (hah, hah, hah)

Spotlight on me and I'm ready to break (hah, hah, hah)

I'm like a performer, the dance-floor is my stage (hah, hah, hah)

Better be ready, hope that ya feel the same (hah, hah, hah)

All the eyes on me in the center of the ring

Just like a circus (ah, ah, ahaha-hah)

When I crack that whip, everybody gonna trip

Just like a circus (ah, ah, ahaha-hah)

Don't stand there watching me, follow me

Show me what you can do

Everybody let go, we can make a dance-floor

Just like a circus (ah, ah, ahaha-hah, ha, ha, ha, ha, ho, ho, ho)"

By this point in her performance, Jade had flung the coat towards the audience who continued to whistle and cheer her on, especially Beck and their friends. Dancing to the beat, she grinned smugly at Hayley and Tara, who were stewing hotly in their seats.

Sending an impish wave at the two girls, Jade spun away to continue dancing up and down the catwalk-like stage, her moves edgy and seductive, like the song. The microphone was clasped loosely in her hand, the grip comfortable and familiar. She was in her element, and she loved it!

"There's only two types of guys out there,

Ones that can hang with me, and ones that are scared

So baby I hope that you came prepared

I run a tight ship, so beware

I'm like a ring leader, I call the shots.

I'm like a fire cracker,

I make it hot when I put on a show.

Let's go..(ah, ah, ahaha-hah)

Let me see what you can do..(ah, ah, ahaha-hah)

I'm running this.

Yeah, like what..?

All the eyes on me in the center of the ring

Just like a circus (ah, ah, ahaha-hah)

When I crack that whip, everybody gonna trip

Just like a circus (ah, ah, ahaha-hah)

Don't stand there watching me, follow me

Show me what you can do

Everybody let go, we can make a dance-floor

Just like a circus (ah, ah, ahaha-hah)

All the eyes on me in the center of the ring

Just like a circus (ah, ah, ahaha-hah)

When I crack that whip, everybody gonna trip

Just like a circus (ah, ah, ahaha-hah)

Don't stand there watching me, follow me

Show me what you can do

Everybody let go, we can make a dance-floor

Just like a circus (ah, ah, ahaha-hah, ha, ha, ha, ha, ho, ho, ho)"

As she finished the last line of her song, Jade locked eyes with Beck, a brilliant smile on her face. He returned the smile with one of his own grins. Standing, he clapped the loudest and whistled the shrillest for her performance. There were several calls for an encore, and Jade laughed, feeling exhilarated, an emotion she only felt after giving an amazing show.

She didn't need a trophy to tell her who won- she just needed to collect the prize.

Cat and Tori jumped onto the stage, both girls flinging their arms around Jade, who laughed at their antics but wrapped her arms around them too. Andre and Robbie came up to congratulate Jade, while Beck waited his turn close behind.

"You were amazing as always, babe," Beck said, grinning like an idiot but not caring. "That was hot by the way."

Jade snuggled into his embrace. "I thought you might like it," she chuckled, laying her chin on his chest to gaze up at him. "I just won a couple of babysitters for Jeremy and Trina, too."

He furrowed his brows, confused. "What does Trina-"

He was cut off when she shook her head. "Trust me, babe, you don't wanna know."

The DJ was only too happy to hand Jade her trophy, while Hayley and Tara sulkily walked up to her and her group of friends. They had their purses, proving they didn't want to stay at Karaoke Dokie any longer to further their humiliation.

Jade smirked. "Are you two ready to meet your charges?"


+++ West Household

With the Gang

Jade opened the door, letting Hayley and Tara inside. She'd explained how Trina had showed up at her house to Tori, who was more than embarrassed about what her sister had done.

"Okay, these are your charges," the Goth announced, gesturing to Jeremy, who innocently sat in a dining room chair the furthest away from Trina, who was tied up and sleeping on the table. How that happened, no one wanted to know. "Be sure to give Jeremy his medicine on time, and that he goes to sleep within the next half an hour.

"As for Trina, here, you'll have to flush her bloody gums with salt water every four hours. But, I'd be careful if I were you." Jade smirked at Hayley and Tara, who both looked disgusted by what they had to do. "She bites, leaving bloody gum marks on your arms. Oh, and you'll have to explain to her why her ice cream is all melted.

"You'll also be watching Beatles, my rabbit, and Zane, Beck's Rottweiler puppy. Make sure they don't make any messes and be sure to feed them. Good luck!"

With that, Jade shot her brother a look that clearly said, They're all yours, kiddo before closing the front door behind her. Through the thick wood, she could hear Hayley and Tara asking if Trina was still alive or was just sleeping, but Jeremy responded by screaming bloody murder at the two girls. Running footsteps were heard, then the two bimbos shouting in alarm and fear.

Good, Jade thought. That'll teach that bimbo not to flirt with my boyfriend!

Satisfied, she made her way back to her friends, who were crowded around Beck's truck, Andre's car, and Jade's vehicle.

"I'm sorry again about Trina, Jade," Tori said sheepishly. "I had no idea she would just show up at your house like this."

Jade smirked in amusement. "No problem, Vega," she replied, waving the matter away. "The way I see things, it all worked out. Besides, now you don't have to take care of Trina this weekend."

Tori laughed, finding that to be blessedly true.

"Well, guys, the night is still pretty young," Robbie said, fixing his glasses on the bridge of his nose. "What should we do?"

Beck wrapped an arm around Jade, pulling her close to him. "I don't know about you guys, but I'm taking Jade out on a real date," he stated, amused when Jade snapped her attention onto him. "I kind of hoped that we could do that tonight, but yeah." He rubbed his free hand on the back of his neck. "It didn't exactly go the way I had wanted but, now, things have worked out for the better."

"Aw," Tori and Cat swooned, both giggling while Jade playfully glared at them.

"Let's go before the mood is broken," the Goth told her boyfriend, who chuckled but complied with her wishes. They waved good-bye to their friends before hopping into Beck's truck and driving away.

Jade leaned into Beck's side, her hand loosely holding one of his. "Tell me you love me," she quietly requested.

"Magic word," was the instant response, though Beck leaned down to lay a kiss on her forehead.

"Please?" she replied in her sweetest tone.

He smiled. "I love you."

"Okay," she said, happily appeased. "So, where are we going for our date?"

Beck chuckled, pulling her a little tighter against him. "It's a secret, but I'm sure you'll love it."

Jade hummed contentedly, not exactly caring about where he took her, as long as they were together. Finally, they were having some alone time and she couldn't be happier than in this moment.


+++ The End +++

Until next time!

Thank you for reading! Please leave me a review with your thoughts, good or bad- it would be much appreciated! :3 By the way, how did you guys like possessive!Jade? ;)

Writer and Bookworm- I'm sorry I won't be able to do "Jade Gets Crushed" after this chapter- believe me, I really want to! However, since I tend to change the plot of the story, I need to go in order before I mess something up along the way. I hope you remain an avid reader and continue to review! ~

Next Chapter: 'The Wood (EXTRA)'

Later: 'Cheating Hearts'

Then: 'Locked Up Aboard'