Chapter 7: Party in the GTA

(Drew's POV)

"Wait, what's Pem –" Clare shot up from the couch and cut in before I could finish.

"Oh, nothing. Just had a pretty weird," she paused, rubbed her eyes, and let out a small yawn, "dream."

"Ah, well you did seem to be having a nice little sleep." I laughed, yawning myself.

"Ha, and you seem pretty tired yourself!" Clare giggled, running her hand through her slightly fuzzy hair.

"I know, and it's only like 9:30."

"Oh, good so I didn't sleep for ages then," she sighed in relief, biting down on her lip.

"Naw, the movie only ended like five minutes ago," I spoke, my voice coming out a little hoarse. Clare slapped a hand to her forehead and let out a small, disappointed whine.

"Oh shoot! The movie! I didn't get to see the end," she wailed, resting her head in her hand. "Well did you like it?"

"Yah, it was really good. Kinda sad. But I still liked it, a lot." I responded, thinking back to the flick we had just finished. I really had liked the storyline and the characters as well. I still can't believe I cried, but Clare was really cool about it. Plus I got to have a little snuggle time with her. She smelt so good too! Like a mixture of coconut shampoo and what I'm guessing was cherry lip gloss.

"So," she started, picking up the stack of movies that lay on the coffee table, "I guess I should get going."

"What?" I screeched in astonishment. "Like I said, its only 9:30! Stay a bit longer!" I pleaded, sounding a tiny bit desperate, but really I didn't care.

"Are you sure? I bet Adam," she stopped looked around the small room and gave me an inquisitive look. "Where is Adam?"

"Oh," I let out a small laugh, "he left like half an hour ago. Said something about being bored. Or was it that the movie was boring? I'm not really sure." Clare's face dropped and her focus fell down onto her feet.

"Oh," she let out as she exhaled deeply, dropping the films back onto the table.

"Aw, don't worry about him. He was probably just tired," I inferred, trying to comfort her.

"Yah, probably. And I guess those movies aren't for everyone," she shrugged.

"Well, those aren't usually the ones him and I watch. But I have to admit, I really liked that one." Clare did a raspy chuckle and arched an eyebrow.

"Now, you're just saying that!" She insisted pointing a finger into my chest.

"No, I'm serious!" I cooed grabbing onto her wrists and pulling her closer. She smiled up at me and then averted her eyes back down to her feet. "So," I let go of her wrists and let them fall lifelessly onto her lap. "Why don't you tell me all about this 'pretty weird dream' you had, at the Dot." She rolled her eyes and shook her head.

"Fine! But on two conditions!" She pointed at me and gave me a serious look.

"Yes ma lady?" I bowed my head respectfully.

"You pay. AND you tell me all about your love life! Because see we can't be best friends if I don't know more about you." I nodded happily.

"Of course ma dear! I wouldn't have it any other way!" I stood up, took her hand and led her off the couch. "But of course that means you have to tell me everything about you." I finished, getting a sassy look from Clare.

"Of course my fine man!" she fought back playfully.

"Shall we?" I asked teasingly, hooking arms with her.

"We shall," she answered, and we both started to skip off towards the door.

(Adam's POV)

I couldn't take one more minute of that movie! I had left forty minutes ago, and am glad I did. It wasn't exactly the film that was bothering me, but more what was going on while watching it. By the time Clare and Drew started to snuggle I just couldn't handle it anymore. Leave it to my brother to turn a bad situation amazingly good, for him. I knew if I tried to stop it I would only get hated on, but I was not up to watching it happen. At least I was rewarded with a consolation prize. Watching Drew cry over a silly little movie was very pleasing, but of course Saint Clare understood and that's what led to the whole cuddling situation. I decided that by now the movie had probably finished and it was safe for me to go back down. I dropped the comic book I'd been reading, jumped up off my bed and straightened myself out. But after pounding down the stairs I noticed it was eerily quiet.

After searching the living room, kitchen, and basement I came to a conclusion: they had both left. My prophecy was proved accurate when I discovered that the load of DVDs, Drew's car keys, wallet, and both their jackets were missing. Damn, I had let them escape, and they were together.

(Clare's POV)

Drew is such a dork! But it's his dorkyness that makes him so fun to be around. Truth is I was kind of scared of how this whole Dot thing would work out. Especially the car drive, those are always the worst. I have experienced some pretty awkward car drives and was not looking forward to another one. But after skipping our way to the car we were both giggling our guts out. I seriously had to hold onto my side because it hurt so much from all laughing we did. He even finished off the little act we were putting on by opening the car door and helping me in.

"Why thank you, good man," I acknowledged gratefully.

"My pleasure, dear lady," he finished, bowed and closed the door carefully. Once he was in his seat he started the car and we were on our way. At first it was a little quiet but I knew how to fix this problem. I reached for the dashboard and cautiously turned up the radio's volume. Oddly enough, a familiar song echoed throughout the car.

"Seriously? They still play this song?" I questioned loudly, overpowering the music.

"This is my jam!" Drew joked, ignoring my question as he reached for the volume and blasted the tune.

"Really?" I shouted, "You don't really look like a Miley Cyrus type of guy."

"That's where you're mistaken! She's my favourite! Especially Party in the USA!" He responded boldly. I let out a little giggle.

"Well then you're in luck!" He nodded and started to sing along with his favourite artist and to his favourite song. I shook my head in amazement; usually I'm not the type to sing unless in the shower but with Drew I felt pretty comfortable. So once the chorus came around I put on my best Miley voice and sang along. After singing a few more songs we were finally at the Dot and I had almost forgot why we were there. That car ride was definitely far from awkward but not from fun!

(Drew's POV)

Once we were seated in one of the booths at the Dot we removed our jackets and I sat anxiously, ready to listen.

"So, how bout that dream?" I winked. I was kind of hoping that somehow the dream would reflect her feelings or thoughts, hopefully about me. And if you're wondering how I feel about Clare, I can only give you my honest answer. I have no idea how I feel about Clare. Did I like her just as a friend? Maybe more? Truthfully, I really can't answer those questions. All I know is that I needed her in my life. She is really great to talk to, funny, caring and really fun to be around. Clare is just too amazing of a person to let go of. I could see why Adam cares for her so much. And the bet? Well, I guess I've kind of given up on that. So for now I'm just going to go with the flow and see how things work out.

"Ha! Nice, making the girl spill first!" She teased, crossing her arms.

"Well, I'm not the one who went raving on and on about a dream!" I spoke defensively. She slapped my arm friskily.

"I did not go on and on about anything!" She snapped, doing her best pouty face.

"Fine! We'll make a deal. You tell about your little dream, and then I will tell you everything there is to know about my life." I reasoned.

"No! You go first!" she fought. I put my hand over my heart and faked a worried look.

"Is someone afraid to tell an embarrassing dream?" I asked, covering my mouth with my hand, astonished. She continued to sulk and pretended to wipe a tear from her eye.

"Fine if you really want me to go first." She whined.

"Yup, I do." I stated flatly. She shot me daggers. Then after a few more minutes of brooding she started. She talked about how she woke up in this really old time era where they used horses and stuff. And how there is this really amazing book called Pride and Prejudice that's based at that time and that I should really read it (no thanks). How she was somehow in this book and the main character who she adored. Then she met this little maid (I wonder if she was hot and blond) who led her to the characters love interest Mr. Darcy.

"So was he handsome?" I joked, pretending to fan myself in excitement. She stared down into her hot chocolate (which we had ordered in the midst of her explanation) and stirred it slowly with her spoon. Then she looked up at me meekly and nodded.

"Yes. Very." She blushed, taking a sip of her cocoa. Then she explained how she had woken up to me and why she had made a remark about Pemberley. Apparently it had been the residence in which Mr. Darcy lived and she had still been so sleepy that she had mistaken me for him. And I had caught on to every word she said, which really surprised me. After she finished enlightening me about her dream I went on to talk about my life. I explained my summer, about my break up with Katie, and how grade twelve was going. Then after I was done she went on about her family, her love triangle with Jake and Eli, and how she used to date – K.C?

"Wait, you dated K.C?" I asked, amazed she would ever go for the sporty type.

"Yah, well he was kind of different then. And we were both taking advanced classes. Plus it was just kind of a puppy love type thing. Not a big deal." Her last words muffled by her hot chocolate. I looked down at my watch. Whoa it was already 11:37! We had been talking for like two hours!

"We better get going," I stated.

"What time is –" she stopped and seemed to be staring at something behind me. Just then I heard the clinking of bells signaling someone had entered the eatery. I shifted around and mentally cursed.

"Just great," I moaned, "just great."

*Who just walked in? That's not the only surprising part! What really surprises me is that I finished a chapter in one day! Okay, confession time. My internet broke so I had nothing better to do than write! Usually I procrastinate but I really had nothing else to do! But I'm glad I finished it and I hope you liked it!*