Degrassi Season 15
"Heartbreak Down" Episode 9
A girl, who is familar to Degrassi, is walking through the halls of the school. All we see is a shot of her stylish heels as she walks through the halls, cutting to a view of her from the back of her head. Tristan is at his locker getting books for his first class. Suddenly, is locker is slammed shut by the girl.
"Guess who's back," she smiled. Tristan's eyes widen in excitement when he sees who it is.
"Tori?" he exclaimed.
"In the flesh," she smiled. They hug each other in excitement. Tristan is in disbelief.
"I thought you moved away with your parents?" Tristan asked.
"Oh, I did," Tori replied. "But that school was just so dry, and boring. Nothing ever happened there, I wasn't making any friends, so I convinced my parents to let me stay with my aunt and uncle here in Toronto. Well, at least until I finish grade twelve."
"So you're back at Degrassi?"
"For good!"
"O-M-G! I am beyond on cloud nine at the moment!"
"The only thing is, I have to watch out for my cousin. He's a niner, and out there, so he hasn't been making very many friends."
"What? Is he weird?"
"Over enthusiastic is more that word for it."
"Well, whatever the conditions are, I really don't care! I'm just so happy that you're back! I've needed you so much this past year!"
"So, I take it the drama is more real than what it appears to be on Facerange?"
"You have no idea!"
"It doesn't have to do with this new boy you've some what told me about, does it? How is he by the way?"
"Oh, he's just great!" Tristan said sarcastically. "He's with my ex."
"Mr. Money Bags?" Tori asked.
"Yes, who dumped me to go back to Maya, and then dumped her, again. I can't stand him, but Milo is my friend, so I put up with Miles."
"Speaking of Maya, where is she? You two aren't still fighting, right?"
"No, Maya and I are great! You want to go see her?"
"Yeah, where is she?" Tristan puts out his elbow for her to link up with.
"Follow me!" Tristan exclaimed as Tori locked arms with him, smiling. "To the rubber room!" Tori looks at him in confusion as they start to walk down the hall way. The theme music begins to play.
*Enter Theme Music*
Frankie enters her math class and sits down in front of Nilo, who is looking at Hastygram on her phone. She still looks like she hasn't slept.
"I guess a weekend of fun couldn't keep your mind off of Chaz," Frankie said.
"I was fine this weekend until last night," Nilo said. "The nightmares started again."
"I really think you should go to Simpson, or see Dr. Tara."
"I don't need to see the school psychologist."
"You need to talk to someone, you're not sleeping, Nilo. I'm worried about you."
"I'm fine, Frankie. Really." Frankie gives her a worried look. "Anyway, I should be the one asking you if you're worried."
"What would I have to be worried about?"
"Winston?" Frankie rolls her eyes.
"I'm over him. He hung out with another girl and then lied to me about it. I'm not speaking to him at the moment."
"So, are you guys broken up?"
"We're just taking a break. I said we were over, but I know Winston isn't taking it serious." Nilo bites her lip.
"You might want to rethink that."
"Why?" Nilo shows her a picture on Hastygram of Winston and Sophie kissing. Frankie's eyes widen in shock. "What is this? How could he do this? He knows I wasn't serious."
"Apparently, he doesn't."
"Who is she?"
"Sophie Campbell. She's friends with Rose Wilson."
"Great. She's in grade 11."
"So?"
"So, she's his age, Nilo! They probably have more in common. Maybe he's just doing this to get a rise out of me. His face makes it seem like he's not really into her."
"I don't know. I know facial expressions, and his face is not saying that he doesn't really like her."
"What should I do? I don't want to lose Winston. I was just angry with him."
"Maybe you should talk to him."
"What would I say? 'Saw you kissing some girl on Hastygram, did you move on?' Doesn't sound like a great conversation starter."
"Then what else are you going to do? You can't expect Winston to play mind reader and know that you weren't serious. You have to tell him you weren't serious."
"You're right." Frankie turns around in her seat with a look of worry on her face.
SCENE 2
Tristan and Tori arrive at the Rubber Room. Tristan looks in to see Maya sitting at a table. He motions to Tori to stay out of the doorway. He turns back to Maya.
"Oh, Ms. Matlin!" Tristan called from the doorway. Maya looked up and smiled at him. "The bestie would like to see you." Maya laughs and gets up and walks over to him.
"What's this all about?" Maya asked. "You never come down to the Rubber Room."
"Well, today I made an exception, because I have a surprise for you." He motions for Tori to come in. Tori appears in the doorway smiling. Maya's eyes widen in excitement.
"Tori!" she exclaimed hugging her. "What are you doing her?" They move apart but still holding hands.
"I convinced my parents to let me stay here in Toronto with my aunt and uncle to finish out high school here at Degrassi."
"That's amazing!" Maya said. "I'm so happy you're back!" Tristan puts his arms around both of their shoulders.
"The three musketeers are officially back together!" he said.
"Move it or lose it, toots," Grace said from behind them, Kitty by her side. They step aside to let Grace and Kitty through. Grace realizes Maya is standing there. "Oh, it's just you, Blondie. What's going on? Who's the Barbie?" Tori glares at her.
"Grace, Kitty, this is Tori Santamaria," Maya introduced. "She used to go here last year. Tori, this is Grace and Kitty." Grace looks Tori up and down as Kitty smiles and waves.
"Welcome back," Kitty said skipping to her table.
"So, you part of the Rubber Room, or what?" Grace asked.
"Oh, no," Tori smiled. "I just came here to see Maya."
"So what? You're B-F-Fs?"
"Totally," Maya replied.
"Well, watch yourself when you're down here, Maria," Grace said. "Guys in the Rubber Room would love to get a piece of you." Grace walked away to her table.
"Little Miss Sunshine much?" Tori asked Tristan and Maya.
"Don't mind Grace," Maya smiled. "She's soft when she gets to know you."
"Well, I hate to ruin this reunion, but Perino is not Little Miss Sunshine, and we'll be in so much trouble if we're late, so lets skid addle," Tristan said tugging on Tori's shoulder.
"See you at lunch, Maya," Tori called as Tristan dragged her out of the room. Maya walks over and sits down with Grace and Kitty.
"Who was that?" Grace asked referring to Tori.
"My friend, Tori," Maya said. "She moved away with her parents last year, but now she's back."
"How do I put this delicately? She seems stuck up."
"I know she looks like she is, but really, once you get to know her, she's really nice and sweet."
"Her? Miss Nose in the Air? I doubt it."
"Tori and I didn't get along when we first met, but now we're the best of friends."
"Give her a chance, Grace," Kitty smiled. "Looks can be deceiving."
"True," Grace agreed. "You got on my nerves when I first met you." Kitty puts her arm around her.
"And now we're the best of friends," Kitty smiled.
"Did I say you could touch me, Cat Woman?" Grace asked. Maya giggles at them.
SCENE 3
The power cheer squad is in the gym practicing their routine. The girls are starting to get the whole routine down. The girls finish the routine and the music stops.
"Great job, girls," Zoë said to the girls catching her breath.
"Almost great," Rose cut in. "Lola, make sure you grip tight to the flyer's ankles. You're a base, act like it. Shay, stretch your legs farther up. Your legs have to be perfectly straight."
"Ease up on them," Zoë interrupted. "They'll get it. We still have a while to go before our first competition."
"And it will be our only one if you girls can't get it together," Rose snarled.
"We don't even have a mascot," Jack said. "We can't compete if we don't have a mascot." Rose glared at her.
"You can't even do a perfect tumble, and you're worried about a mascot?" Rose asked annoyed.
"She's right," Shay said. "We need to get a mascot if we're going to pre pump the crowd."
"Well, do you know anyone who would be willing to be the mascot?" Rose asked. No one answers. "Exactly. Focus on perfecting your routine before worrying about a stupid mascot."
"I'll do it!" Ricky shouted rolling out from under the bleachers. The girls all turned to him surprised. Ricky stands up and walks over to the girls brushing himself off.
"Have you been spying on us?" Rose asked in fury. "Power cheer practices are closed practices.
"Kind of," Ricky smiled, not phased by Rose's fury. "I take naps under the bleachers in between my classes. Plus I get to feast my eyes on pretty girls." Lola giggles and Ricky smiles and winks at her. Rose grabs him by his collar.
"Look, runt," Rose snarled. "You got five seconds to scram or I'm telling Simpson we have a peeping Tom amongst us."
"Wait!" Zoë exclaimed. Rose looks at her. "Let him be the mascot." Rose gives her a confused look. "He's small enough to fit into the costume, and it seems like he has enough energy to pump up the crowd." Rose looks at Ricky in curiosity. Ricky smiles a "I can do it" smile. Rose lets go of his collar.
"Fine," Rose agreed. "But, you change in the boys washroom like any normal, creepy teenage boy."
"I swear, I got it," Ricky said saluting Rose.
"What's your name?" Zoë asked.
"Enrique Hernandez," Ricky smiled. "But, you lovely doves may call me 'Ricky.'"
"Welcome to the team, Ricky," Zoë smiled.
"Yes, welcome," Rose chimed in in annoyance. "Practices are everyday at ten in the morning. Be here early tomorrow so I can give you the costume, and no snoozing. Got it?"
"Aye, aye, Cap'n," Ricky saluted.
"Good," Rose said. "Now beat it!" Ricky smiles and runs out of the gym. Rose turns back to the girls. "Happy?" The girls nod and roll their eyes. "Practice is over for today. See you ladies tomorrow." The girls scatter to get their belongings as Zoë approaches Rose.
"Way to make the new guy feel welcomed," Zoë hissed.
"Not now, Rivas," Rose sighed.
"How do you expect to get new girls to join the squad with that attitude?"
"I don't want weak links on my squad. If you can't handle my attitude then leave. I need girls with determination. If my attitude scares them off, then they don't belong on my squad."
"You could lighten up," Zoë said. "You know as captain, I do have some say in what happens with this squad." Rose glares at Zoë.
"And I over rule you as coach," Rose said, grinning. "See you tomorrow, Rivas." Rose nudges Zoë out of the way as she leaves the gym. Zoë sighs in frustration and rolls her eyes.
SCENE 4
Winston is at his locker. Frankie turns a corner and sees him. She storms over to him, still upset about the photo of him and Sophie.
"So you're a cheater now?" Frankie asked in anger.
"What are you talking about?" Winston asked confused.
"That picture you posted of you and that skank."
"Um, her name is Sophie, and you were the one who said we were over."
"So you just jump into the arms of another girl? It's takes you a week to get over me?"
"Franks, you told me we were over!"
"I was mad, Winston! That doesn't mean that you just go and hook up with some other girl!"
"Then you should've made it clear that you and I were on a break, but you didn't." Winston shuts his locker. Frankie is about to burst into tears.
"How could you be so cruel?"
"I didn't do anything wrong. I'm sorry. I'm with Sophie now." Winston walks away disappointed. Frankie starts to bust into tears. Miles and Milo pass by in the hall and notice that Frankie is crying. Miles rushes over, curious.
"Frankie, what's wrong?" Miles asked.
"Winston dumped me," Frankie sobbed.
"What?" Miles asked in confusion.
"I got mad at him for hanging out with Sophie and now they're together. I didn't mean to break up with him, I was mad!"
"I'll kill him," Miles grumbled starting to storm off to find Winston. Milo tugs on his arm to make him stop.
"Miles, don't," Milo said. He turned to Frankie. "What exactly did you tell him?"
"When I found out he hung out with Sophie, I told him we were over," Frankie said, calming her sobs.
"Those do sound like break up words," Milo said shyly. "I don't think Winston did anything wrong."
"Are you kidding me?" Miles asked upset. "He hurt my little sister!"
"That doesn't mean he's wrong," Milo said calmly. "She did tell him it was over."
"But he moved on so quickly," Frankie sobbed.
"He's a jerk, Milo!" Miles exclaimed. "I can't believe you're taking his side!"
"I'm not, but he's not wrong either," Milo said. "Frankie, I'm sorry he hurt you and moved on, but that's what happens."
"Miles, is right," Frankie sobbed in anger. "You're taking his side."
"No, I'm not!" Milo defended. "But that's what happens when you don't choose your words carefully!" Miles sighs in frustration. "What? Why are you mad at me? Frankie has to learn that words have power."
"But you don't need to be so harsh," Miles said. Milo pulls away from Miles.
"I'm not being harsh," Milo said. "I'm being realistic."
"Well, go be realistic somewhere else," Miles snarled. He put his arm around Frankie's shoulder and they walked off leaving Milo standing in the hallway alone.
SCENE 5
Zoë sighs deeply as she sits down on a bench in the hallway next to Garrett.
"More power cheer problems?" Garrett asked grinning.
"Rose is so snotty," Zoë replied. "We got a new mascot, but she was so rude to him."
"You sound surprised," Garrett chuckled.
"It's not funny. I thought you were suppose to be helping me take her down."
"I haven't come up with anything, and besides, it's your fight, not mine."
"A true gentleman," Zoë said sarcastically. Garrett laughs.
"Well, I do have some gossip," Garrett said.
"Go on," Zoë said curiously.
"You know Frankie Hollingsworth, right?"
"Yeah, so?"
"Word on the street is that her boyfriend, Winston, cheated on her with Sophie Campbell, Rose's best friend."
"What does that have to do with anything?"
"Rumor has it, Rose pushed Sophie and Winston together."
"What? She encouraged the cheating?"
"Bingo, West Drive." Zoë ponders this piece of gossip. "How do you think the team would look with a cheater enabler on the team?"
"You don't think the girls would turn against Rose if they found out, do you?"
"Most of the girls on the team are friends with Frankie, right? I wouldn't support someone like that." Zoë grins.
"How do you find these things out?"
"I've got a crystal ball," Garrett grinned.
SCENE 6
Miles and Frankie are at the lunch table. Miles is trying to comfort his little sister, and keep her from crying.
"You don't need him, Frankie," he consoled her. "You don't need someone like that in your life."
"I gave him everything," Frankie said. "How could he do this?" Miles is at a loss for words. Just at that moment, Zoë walks over to the table and sits across from Frankie and Miles.
"Hey, I heard about Winston," Zoë said.
"It's already spreading around?" Frankie asked devastated.
"Not everyone knows, but I'm about to make it better," Zoë grinned.
"How?" Frankie asked. Zoë looked over at Rose.
"That bitch over there is responsible," Zoë grinned.
"How?" Frankie asked.
"Just listen," Zoë said getting up. She walks over to Rose and looks down on her. Rose stares her up and down.
"What, Rivas?" Rose asked annoyed.
"I think you have an announcement to make," Zoë said loudly so the whole cafeteria could hear. People started to turn their attention to their direction.
"What announcement?" Rose asked confused.
"Why don't you tell everyone what you did?"
"I ordered a sandwich on white bread instead of wheat," Rose replied still confused.
"Why don't you tell the whole school how you pushed Frankie's boyfriend, Winston, to cheat on her with your best friend, Sophie?" The whole cafeteria fell silent. Frankie watched in disbelief. Everyone was staring at Rose. She looked around and then glared at Zoë.
"Seriously?" Rose asked. "You're going to try to pin that on me?"
"It's true, isn't it?" Zoë asked.
"No, I pushed them to be friends with each other. Nothing more. It's not my fault that little Frankie wasn't exciting enough to keep her boyfriend's attention. What happens between Sophie and Winston is their business. I had nothing to do with it. Besides, Frankie said she and Winston were over. Maybe next time you'll think twice about opening your fat ass mouth, Rivas, and putting your friend's business on blast for the whole school, because now everyone in school knows her problems. I don't think she really appreciates that." Zoë looks over to Frankie who runs out of the cafeteria crying, Miles running after her. Zoë turns back to Rose. "Now, go back to your hole and let me finish my lunch in peace." Rose turns away from her. Zoë glares at Rose in anger. She grabs Rose's sports drink and pours it all over Rose. Rose screams in shock. She pauses in disbelief and glares at Zoë who's grinning. "What the hell is your problem?"
"Zoë!" Simpson called from the doorway. "Rose! My office, now!" Zoë sighs in frustration. Rose glares at her.
The scene cuts to Rose and Zoë in Simpson's office.
"Zoë, why did you pour a drink on Rose?" Simpson asked. "You do realize she's your coach, right? This is a pretty serious situation you put yourself in."
"She caused a falling out with one of my good friend's boyfriend," Zoë replied pulling out the acting. "I couldn't let her get away with it. I was trying to be a good friend to Frankie." Rose rolls her eyes.
"That's not an excuse," Simpson said. "You both need to learn to get along, or I'm disbanding power cheer."
"With all do respect, Principal Simpson," Rose cut in. "It's not fair to punish the whole team because one spoiled, wash up actress throws a temper tantrum. If she steps out of line again, I'll remove her from the squad." Simpson ponders this thought then turns to Zoë.
"Zoë, you're on probation," Simpson said. "If you act up again, I'm giving Rose permission to remove you from the squad."
"But..." Zoë started to plead.
"No exceptions," Simpson said cutting her off. "My word is final." Zoë glares at Rose as Rose grins back at her.
SCENE 7
Tristan and Maya are in math class talking. Tori walks in and sits in Milo's seat. Tristan and Maya stare at her. She looks at them in confusion.
"What's wrong?" she asked them.
"You're sitting in Milo's seat," Tristan said.
"He's not going to like that," Maya added.
"Who's Milo?" Tori asked.
"Prince Charming, as Kitty refers to him," Tristan said. "He's our friend, but he's dating our ex."
"That Miles guy?" Tori asked.
"Yes, and here he comes," Maya said. Tori looks to see Milo walking in the door way. He notices Tori in his seat and she starts to get up.
"Don't worry about it," Milo smiled. "I'll sit next to Maya." Tori sits back down and Milo sighs in his seat. "I've got bigger things to worry about anyways."
"Like what?" Maya asked.
"Miles is mad at me," Milo said.
"For what, exactly?" Tristan asked.
"Apparently I didn't take his and Frankie's side with the whole Winston ordeal," Milo said.
"Heard about that," Maya said.
"Another gay guy?" Tori asked.
"No, Frankie is Miles' little sister who was dating Miles' best friend, Winston," Tristan explained.
"I'm sorry, I'm so rude," Milo said to Tori. "I'm Milo."
"Tori," Tori introduced herself. "I used to go here last year, but now I'm back to finish out high school."
"Tori is our number one B-F-F," Tristan bragged.
"I guess I have competition," Milo joked.
"Oh, no," Tori said. "It's totally cool. There's always room for one more, especially if you have great hair." Milo blushes.
"Yes, Milo's hair is always on point," Tristan smiled.
"So what exactly happened?" Maya asked.
"All I said was that Frankie needed to be more careful with choosing her words when she's angry," Milo said. "I mean, it's not exactly Winston's fault. If she said they were over, technically he has a right to be dating Sophie."
"That's where you went wrong," Tristan said. "It doesn't matter if Frankie was wrong or not, she's his little sister. He's going to take her side regardless, and the fact that you didn't stand up for her, being his boyfriend, it makes you look bad."
"Wait, who's Sophie?" Maya asked.
"Um, hello?" Tristan asked. "Rose Wilson's best friend. How do you not know that?"
"Rose Wilson?" Tori asked. "Rose Wilson goes to Degrassi?"
"Um, yeah," Tristan said. "You really do need to get back into the Degrassi gossip circle."
"She's the captain of the power cheer squad," Maya said.
"Actually, according to Zoë, she's now the coach," Tristan said.
"Are they looking for new girls to join?" Tori asked. "I would jump at the chance to work with The Rose Wilson!"
"Don't get me wrong," Tristan said. "Rose is like one of my many favorite idols, but Zoë says she's a total ice queen. I don't think you'd get along with her too well, nor do I think she would let you on the squad."
"Well, I guess we'll have to see about that," Tori smiled.
"You're seriously considering joining?" Tristan asked.
"It never hurts to ask," Tori smiled.
SCENE 8
Miles is at his locker after class. He still hasn't spoken to Milo since that morning, however, Milo approaches him anyways, nervous.
"Hey," Milo greeted. "I know you're still mad at me, but I just wanted to apologize. I should've taken Frankie's side regardless of what I thought."
"Don't be sorry," Miles said. "I overreacted. I mean, you're entitled to your own opinion, and I should've respected it rather than give you crap for it."
"So, are we making up?" Milo asked anxiously. "Because, I can't stand fighting with you." Miles grins at him.
"I don't know," Miles said. "Maybe we should seal it with a kiss?" Milo giggles and kisses Miles on the lips. "Yeah, we're done fighting. I missed that."
"You always have to have an excuse to kiss me," Milo laughed.
"I can't help it," Miles smiled. "Your lips are just too sweet to pass up." Miles closed his locker and put his arm around Milo's shoulder as they begin to walk down the hall. "But, let's not let stupid stuff like this break us apart. You were right about telling Frankie to choose her words carefully. I feel like I should watch what I say some times."
"So, you are paying attention to more than just my eyes," Milo joked.
"Of course," Miles smiled. "Your eyes, you smile, your butt." Miles grabs Milo's butt. Milo hits him playfully.
"Shut up," Milo laughed. "You're a mess, but I wouldn't have it any other way."
SCENE 9
Rose is sitting in the lobby after school. Tori notices her from a far and takes a deep breath. She walks over to her, fidgeting with her sleeves.
"Hi," Tori greeted her nervously. Rose looks at her in annoyance and confusion.
"Can I help you?" Rose asked.
"I was just wondering..."
"No, I don't do autographs. My presence should grace you enough."
"What? Oh, no. Trust me, it's even a blessing that we go to the same school."
"What do you want? You're taking away from my 'me' time."
"Um, well, are there any more spots on power cheer? It's just, I'm a huge fan of you, and I think it would be an amazing opportunity to be part of a squad that you're coaching." Rose smiles at her.
"Hmm, flattery may just get you what you want."
"Really?" Tori asked excited.
"Not completely." Rose gets up and turns to Tori. "Come to practice at ten o'clock tomorrow morning and let me see what you've got."
"That's awesome! Of course, I will be there, on time. Actually, I'll be there early."
"Perfect. Oh, and don't drool over me. You look pathetic." Rose smiled at her as Tori checked her chin for drool. "See you tomorrow, um..."
"Tori," Tori smiled.
"Tori," Rose smiled. "See you tomorrow, bright, early, and ready to go." Rose struts off. Tori admires her as she walks away. Tristan walks over.
"What just happened?" Tristan asked in excitement.
"I have a try out for the power cheer squad tomorrow morning," Tori bragged.
"Wow, you're really going through with this?" Tristan asked surprised.
"Of course," Tori said. "It's a once in a lifetime opportunity to actually work with a real cheer champion. Don't rain on my parade."
"I'm not," Tristan said. "Just be careful. Zoë said that she's like a drill sergeant." Tori puts her arm around Tristan.
"Don't worry, Tris. I got this!"
SCENE 10
The school is empty. Nilo is sitting in the lobby of the school. Frankie walks up to her and sits down next to her.
"You know everyone has gone home, right?" Frankie asked Nilo.
"I know," Nilo said. "I was just finishing up some homework in the computer lab. Why are you still here?"
"Oh, I was going to stay for the comic book club," Frankie explained. "But I ended up hiding in the library."
"Mhm, still hiding from Winston?" Nilo asked.
"I'm just not ready to face him," Frankie said.
"Give it time," Nilo said. "I'm sure it's not going to last between them. They barely know each other. Trust me, Winston's quirkiness will shine through, and she won't be able to handle it."
"Are you saying his quirkiness is a bad thing?" Frankie asked.
"I'm saying, only you understand him enough to love his quirkiness," Nilo reassured her. Frankie smiled weakly. "Just let this thing with Sophie run its course. He'll be back."
"Yeah, well, Zoë is convinced that Rose started it all."
"The cheer champion? I doubt it. Winston is a big boy, he knows what he's doing."
"I guess."
"Hey, you want to hang out this afternoon? My parents are working late again tonight and I hear there's a 'Walking Dead' marathon on tonight."
"I would love to," Frankie said. "But I have so much homework, I've got to get it done. Besides, my mom just pulled up. Want a ride home?"
"Sure," Nilo smiled. "Wait, I forgot a book in my locker."
"No worries, I'll tell my mom to wait."
"Thank you! I'll be right back!" Nilo runs off to her locker. She opens her locker and as she's digging for her book, a folded piece of paper falls out. She looks at it curiously as she picks it up. She opens it and her eyes widen in fear. She reads the piece of paper word for word, "Soon, your blood will lie in the halls of Degrassi, in the name of Jesus Christ, the savior."
END EPISODE