Hey all!
So...did I do good or what! I mean, I got this up within a month of posting the last chapter =]
So...I think this is a really really realllllyyy amazing chapter, and I just beg you to stick with it.
OHHHH GUESS WHAT? GABBY AND BECKY, YOU ARE IN THIS CHAPTER!
So...get ready
get set
CHANNY!
Chapter 11: K is for Keys as P is for Promises
(Chad's Journal Entry)
J was for Jungle Jim as Q was for Quick,
Oh were to start with this journal? Well, this whole mess started about a week and a half ago when Sonny wanted to break up. Honestly, this actually started a few weeks ago when her sister, Katie, was in the hospital due to cancer. Sonny was never the same after the day when her mom told her she had to come home to be with her sister because they didn't know what was going to happen, and I, being the best boyfriend, went with her. But back to a week ago. So when Sonny decided it would be best to break up with me, I didn't know she had a good reason, and I went ballistic over it. For once in my life, Chad Dylan Cooper actually cried, yes, cried.
As soon as her brother, Trevor, called me, I heard the worst news that could have come to my mind; Katie passed away. I went all over Hollywood and Los Angeles to find Sonny, and when I did, she was a mess…figuratively, not literally. So after we just stayed there for a little while, we finally went back to her home in Wisconsin and went to the funeral. I mean, it was just like any other funeral, only it was about three million times harder because it was my girlfriend's sister's funeral…I mean, how would you handle that?
But anyways, after the funeral, she was miserable for about a week until our last date. So I took her to the arcade where we had our first date, and she smiled for the first time in weeks. We first threw her a little party, but I think the date is where she had the fun. So since J was for Jungle Jim, and Q was for quick, I think it made her a little more carefree for one day in a few weeks.
I love my Sunshine more than anything, and nothing is ever going to change that.
Until then,
Chad.
(Sonny's POV)
Dear Diary,
She's gone.
Allison.
I stared at these five words for over an hour just trying to comprehend what I had just written. My baby sister, the mini me, the only one that seemed to know something about me…my life, is gone. Why her? Just why did it have to be the only one that actually tried so hard to be like me had to go away? When she died, I felt as though a hole had ripped through my heart. No one deserves to die, and no one deserves to die at five. Five years old! I mean, why her? She has done nothing to deserve that big of a punishment, and no matter what, we always were right by her side. Why, why, why?
The tears started to come again, but only this time in rage. For the first time in weeks, I just started to kick and punch the walls, the furniture, anything I could that was in my dressing room, "Why?" I screamed out in the open as I just started to kick and punch even harder.
"Sonny?" I heard Chad scream from the doorway as he ran in and grabbed a hold of my arms, pulling them back towards him so I couldn't punch anything. "Calm down," he whispered into my hair as he gripped tighter.
"No! She didn't deserve it! Why her!" I screamed as I started to kick and fight my way out of his arms while screaming out in sobs even more. With this, Chad only tightened his grip and pulled me back more towards him.
"Allison, stop right now," he said in a stern voice, almost to the level of mine.
"I can't, let me go, Chad, just let me go!" I screamed at him as I fought my way out with more force.
Chad still didn't let go, but only this time he pulled down all the way on my arms so they were touching my waist and then spun me around, "Sonny, get a grip on yourself!" he screamed at me with his eyes full of rage. I cringed back a little bit as he only pushed harder down, "Stop hurting yourself over all of this. Come on, Sonny, I thought I knew you better than to do this! You're not just hurting yourself, but you're hurting all of us. Are we not enough to make you stop? Am I not enough, Sonny?" he screamed while I just fell out of his grasp and onto the floor breaking out in a sob.
I soon felt Chad let go of me and walk out of the room, slamming the door to do so. "Why?" I sobbed into the carpet as I just stayed there laying there until I could face him again.
A few minutes later, I heard the door open, and felt someone sit next to me and pull me up into their lap. "I'm so sorry, Sunshine, I'm so sorry," he sobbed into my hair as we both just sat there in each other arms crying. "I love you," he whispered into my ear as he tightened the hug a little bit.
"I love you, too," I whispered back as I put my head on his shoulder and slowly started to fall asleep.
When I woke up, I wasn't in Chad's arms like I was the night before, but I was in his bedroom at his house. "How did I get here?" I whispered to myself as I stood up and went to go and try and find Chad. "Chad?" I called out a few times without getting a response back. "Chad?" I asked again as I knocked on Chase's bedroom.
As soon as Chase opened up the door, he automatically gave me a smile, "Sonny!" he said as he hugged me. "I missed you," he said as he let go of the hug.
I gave him a small smile in return, "I missed you too, Chase. If you wouldn't mind telling me, where is Chad?" I asked him.
Chase laughed, "I can't tell you, but what I can give you is this piece of paper and this key," he said while he handed me a folded up letter and a simple silver key. "Chad told me to tell you to read the note and that you'll figure it out sooner or later. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have some sleep to catch up on," he said as he closed the door and walked away.
As I went back to Chad's bedroom, I sat down on the bed and unfolded the letter.
My beautiful Sunshine,
You're probably wondering where I am right now, and I wouldn't blame you. Who wouldn't want to wake up next to Chad Dylan Cooper? I mean, come on, honestly, who wouldn't want to wake up to my beautiful face and my nicely toned abs? Sorry, getting ahead of myself here.
Since you got the first key from Chase, I'm pretty sure you know what today's date stands for. K is for Keys, and P is for Promises. Yes, I spoiled both at once, but once we get a little further into this game, you will understand. Each key comes with a letter just like this one, and there are clues to lead you to the next one. And, as another bonus surprise, you get to drive my Porsche to find the next key. Beware: you aren't my only baby in this family…this car means more to me than…than…Chase. You mean more to me than anything =]
There are going to be ten keys, and each clue will get just a little bit harder as we go along. Now, I don't want to stall this game any further, so here is clue number one. Oh, and don't bother asking, I didn't spend the time to figure out the rhymes…that would just be too hard.
Do the words waterfall, ball pit, and peacock sound familiar to you? As a bonus, go ask Leah for help. She knows exactly what I'm saying.
So there is your clue, by clue ten, you will have ten keys, and at the end, each key will reveal a little something more.
Remember, I love you more than anything, and if at any time you need me, I am only a phone call away.
I love you, my beautiful Sunshine,
Chad.
Somewhere in the middle, I started to smile and laugh like an idiot, because when I was done with the note, I saw Chase and Leah looking at me like I was crazy, "You okay, Sonny?" they asked me while walking over towards me.
I nodded, "This is just so sweet of him. I love him so much," I said as I smiled while looking up to the ceiling for a little bit. "So, waterfall, ball pit, and peacock…and to ask Leah for help are my clues. I think I know where he is going with this one, but just to make sure, Leah?" I asked while she came up and sat next to me on the bed.
"Yes?" she asked with her crystal blue eyes looking straight into mine.
I smiled a little bit, "Does Chaddy mean when we played Pictionary?" I asked her.
She didn't move an inch, "I don't know," she said while she shrugged her shoulders.
I laughed a little bit, "Yes you do, Leah," I said as I playfully touched her nose.
She got off of the bed and started to run out of the door, "No I don't!" she screamed while running even further away.
I smiled as I got off of the bed and began to chase her towards her room. "Of course, Chad, of course," I said as I walked into her room and saw the massive amount of games she had in her closet. "Leah? Come on, you need to help me," I yelled out for her, but I still got no response.
"Here we go," I said as I turned on a light and began to search all over for the game. After searching up and down, side to side, and even from back to front, there was still no Pictionary to be found in her closet. "Of course," I said as I walked out of her room and downstairs to the kitchen. As soon as I got down there, I saw Pictionary sitting right on the side of the couch being guarded by Leah and Chase sitting on the couch.
"Hey," I said as I went to go and sit in the middle of them. "Can I see the box?" I asked innocently to Chase.
"Uh, no," he said while he held onto the box even tighter. I scooted closer to him while lightly touching his arm, "Please? It would sure mean a lot to me," I said while I batted my eye lashed towards him.
"Uh," he said while he slowly let go of the box and started to hand it to me, "Thank you," I purred into his ear and got up off of the couch.
As soon as I opened the lid to the box, I saw the next key and the next note.
Sunshine,
First, I give you props, Munroe. Who knew that Chase would let go? I swear if you kissed him though, we are going to have some serious problems.
So now that you have two keys, and now another clue, I hope you have some fun figuring it out. Oh, the Porsche's keys are under the board game so Leah wouldn't take them and decide to go out and try to drive.
To keep your eyes closed; this was your best friend. It hugged you, it made it dark, and most of all, it made you pissed at me...but don't worry…it was cute. Find this clue in order to see what is waiting for you…ha…I just made a pun.
Just remember that I love you.
Chad.
I quickly scowled as I read this note, because I knew exactly what he was talking about. I knew that in the glove compartment in his car he kept blindfolds for our date, but why would he make this one so obvious in the first place?
As I got the keys out of the game, I went almost running out of the front door and to the garage. As the garage opened, the Porsche was sitting right there with a little note on top. It only read, Be careful, Sunshine. I laugh a little bit because I had a feeling Chad loved this car more than he loved himself…which is a lot.
As soon as I got into the driver's seat, the glove compartment was open, and there was just a simple blind fold folded up right in the middle.
Sonny,
Good job finding this clue. Wasn't it hard?
Do you remember that day when I wrote you the list of the ten reasons out of infinity of why I love you? Well that date was H is for Happy and S was for So Random, and I'm pretty sure that was my favorite date of ours so far. I mean, we got our relationship out, and I finally admitted that I liked So Random, let alone go up on stage to tell everyone that I love you. Along with that, I just hope you know that I would do anything for you in a heartbeat, no matter what it was, where it was, and how much it would cost, I'm always here for you.
So here is the next clue,
Like roses that stay are like diamonds on your wrist…they go nowhere unless you make it out to be.
Now this one you'll have to drive just a little bit. The car isn't stick, so it shouldn't be that hard to drive. Oh, and there is a full tank of gas, so you don't have to worry about having to fill her up.
I love you,
Chad.
I smiled a little bit at this one, "Now what does this mean?" I questioned myself for a little bit. After figuring out that the clues were roses, diamonds, and wrists, I was totally lost by this point. I mean, what do we know that has to do with these clues?
As I continued to stay in the seat for a few minutes, I decided to go ahead and give him a call.
"Hello?" he answered on the first ring a little out of breath with a bunch of loud people behind him.
"Chad? Are you okay?" I asked him a little worried.
He laughed a little bit over the phone, "Don't worry about me. What's up?" he asked while it sounded like he was finally in a quiet place.
I laughed, "This game? I'm on note number three, and I have no idea of what it means," I said a little frustrated.
"Sunshine, the whole point of this game was for you to go back to the happy times. How are you ever going to get to the end if you have no idea of past memories? Roses that stay are like diamonds on your wrist. Think of past dates, Sonny, what has diamonds, roses, and wrists? I'll give you another clue, just think of So Random, and you'll get it, I promise," he said.
I smiled a little bit, "I think I have it, actually. What are you doing anyways? I thought dates were supposed to be with the other person, you know," I said with a little cocky tone.
He laughed, "You'll find out sooner or later. Now, go find clue number four. I love you so much," he said right before he hung up.
So on past dates that involved So Random, there was only one. It was H was for Happy as S was for So Random, but what did it have to do with roses, diamonds, and wrists? I silently looked down to my wrist and saw the charm that was the rose with the diamond in the middle.
"The charm!" I screamed out loud as I put the key in the ignition and started to drive towards my house. If I knew Chad, he would have gone into my house and put the key and clue somewhere where I usually keep my bracelet.
As soon as I arrived at me house, I ran up the stairs in the apartment and ran into my bedroom. As I thought, right on my nightstand there was a piece of paper with another silver key right on top of it. I quickly smiled to myself as I put the next key in my pocket and picked up the note and read it while I was sitting on my bed.
Sunshine,
Good job figuring this clue out. Honestly, I'm proud of you for getting this far without quitting. Don't worry; I won't include any more body parts in the next clues. I promise.
So, as clue number four gets a little harder, just remember that in the end, it will all be worth it. If you remember from our first and second dates, Chad Dylan Cooper does not break his promises to anyone, and especially not you.
So, ready for clue number four?
Star light, star bright, the first star I see tonight. I wish I may, I wish I might, have the wish I wish tonight. Just remember the words "I love you, Sonny Munroe," Sunshine.
So…puzzled? I sure hope you are, because at least you get another car ride in the Porsche. I really hope those words pop out to you, because I worked really hard to get them to where they were to begin with.
I'll see you at clue and key number five. I love you,
Chad.
I sighed as I fell back into my pillows, "What did I do to deserve him?" I asked myself with a huge smile.
As soon as I got up off of my bed, I automatically ran out of my house and into the Porsche. Even though I had a pretty good idea of where I was going, I had no idea of how to get there. I mean, during most of our dates, he blindfolded me so I couldn't see where we were going. But this rhyme, it's one of my favorite quotes. So, of course I knew where I was going…the happiest place on Earth, Disney Land.
"How do I get there?" I asked myself again as I started to drive towards the studio. About half way there, I decided to just give up and call Portlyn.
She picked up on the first ring, "Hey, Sonny! What's up? Aren't you supposed to be with Chad right now?" she asked as she fired all of those questions at once.
I laughed a little bit, "No, because this date is a game I guess. I just need your help with directions. How do I get to Disney Land?" I asked her a little embarrassed.
She laughed into the phone for a few seconds, "Well, Chad told me that this might happen. I'm surprised you didn't call him, but oh well. Well, just look under your seat, and there should be directions. If you need any more help, call Chad. I have to rehearse a scene pretty soon. Bye, Sonny!" she sort of screamed while she hung up.
"Of course," I said as I reached under my seat at a red light to find directions to Disney Land. As soon as I started to read them, I found out that I was going in the right direction, only I have to keep going for about a half an hour.
I silently turned on the radio to pass some time, when I found that there was a CD already in the player. I quickly pressed play, and it turns out it was the mix CD I gave Chad on one of our dates. It was playing from the beginning, and I started to quietly sing along.
Surprisingly, I got there quicker than I thought, and I found myself already parked in a space. "Now what?" I asked myself as I got out of the car and started to walk towards the front gate. I walked around for just a little bit before I got stopped.
"Miss?" a security guard asked as he walked up towards me, "Are you lost?" he asked me.
I laughed a little, "Not physically," I answered back with a small smile.
"What is your name?" he asked as we started to walk towards the security desk.
"Sonny Monroe, but why?" I asked a little worried now.
He smiled as he handed me a piece of paper and a silver key, "A Mr. Chad Dylan Cooper dropped this off and told me when you get here to give this to you. He also told me to tell you to read it while in the car. I hope you have a nice day," he said with a small smile while walked back towards the security tables by the gates.
I laughed a little bit as I walked back towards my car, "Good job, Chad."
As I sat back down in the car, I felt a vibration in my pocket. As soon as I picked up the phone, the caller ID read Chad. "Chad?" I asked as soon as I picked up.
He laughed a little bit, "Hey, I need a favor. What clue are you on?" he asked while there was a bunch of talking going on around him.
"I was just about to read clue number five. Why?" I asked him.
"No reason, but I do have to go. I'll talk to you later. I love you," he said right before he hung up.
Right after he hung up, I went to go and read the next clue.
Sonny,
Good job! You're halfway there, and just think, only five more of these before you figure out the big surprise. Please tell me that this trip didn't damage my Porsche, right? I swear if there is just one little scratch on this car…
Aw, baby, I was just kidding. But really, just don't hurt the car. So, do you remember on the date when I told you that you were going to guest star on Mackenzie Falls? Well, to figure out where the next clue is, have fun decoding the riddle.
Gabby and Becky are their names and checking out items are their games.
So…you're confused, huh? Well, don't worry, because Mr. Condor was the one to tell me this information. All I'm going to tell you is that he is the only one that is going to be able to help you get the next clue. Oh! Don't call this time. I want you to try to do this one on your own. I have a surprise to plan.
I love you so much,
Chad.
"Gabby and Becky are their names, and checking out items are their games. What does that have to do with anything?" I quietly asked myself while I put the car in reverse and started to head back towards Condor Studios. "I swear, Chad, if I have to drive all the way back," I swore under my breath.
As soon as I pulled into the studio, I saw Chad's other car, his Bentley, in the parking lot. I pulled a few spaces over from him, and when I walked out, I saw that both studio two and three's doors were blocked by security guards. "Of course," I muttered.
I slowly walked around to the front entrance to see if Mr. Condor was somewhere around there. While I came closer, I heard two girls' voices coming from a distance while it seemed like they were talking to Nico, Grady, Zora, and Tawni. As soon as I got around the corner, I saw two girls', one of them a short brunette girl who dressed similar to Tawni, and then a taller blonde who was hanging around Nico and Grady.
"Hey, guys," I said uneasy while they all turned around to face me.
"Sonny! I want you to meet these girls. Say hello to Gabby and Becky Hart," Nico said while both girls waved their hands just like Tawni.
"You're Tawni's sisters?" I asked in disbelief. I never knew that Tawni had any siblings, let alone two of them.
"Yup, I'm Gabby," the short brunette said while she came up to me and gave me a hug. "Sorry, I'm a hugger," she said while she shyed away.
I laughed, "Don't worry, so am I," I said while she gave me a huge smile. "You know, you are the exact opposite of Tawni," I said while we started to walk back towards Tawni and the gang. Tawni gave me a disapproving look while the blonde came over.
"Becky," she said while she stuck out her hand and we quickly shook hands.
"There's Tawni's other half," I said with a smile while she went back towards Tawni. "So, Gabby and Becky are their names, and checking items out are their games? Do you have any idea of what that means?"
Becky was the only one to step forward while chewing gum, "I know what it means. It means that since you are now a Falls member, Gabs and I are now the new check it out girls," she said with an evil smile while she popped her bubble.
"What?" I asked in disbelief. "Tawni, you can't do this to me!" I shouted at her.
Nico and Grady slowly backed away while Tawni walked forward, "Well, little Miss Sunshine, I can. You know why? Because you decided to spend more time with your boyfriend and ditch your real friends. If you want to go ahead and be a part of the Falls, go ahead. See who is going to stop you," she said while Nico and Grady just looked at her like she was crazy.
"Tawni, we talked about this. Becky and Gabby are only going to do one episode. Sonny is still on the show, she's just not always going to be around. Come on, I thought we all got over the fact that those two are dating," Nico said while walking in front of me while pushing me back a little bit.
"Yea, whatever," she said while she called for her sisters to go with her.
"Don't listen to her, Sonny. Don't tell her that I said this, but I like you better in the sketch," her little sister, Gabby, said to me right before she smiled and walked away.
"I'm just going to go find Mr. Condor," I said to Nico and Grady right before I went into the studio.
As soon as I got to his office, I found him sitting doing some paperwork with the door wide open. I quietly knocked, "Mr. Condor?" I asked in a little more than a whisper.
As soon as he looked up, he smiled, "Sonny! And what do I owe this pleasure?" he asked while he stood up and walked me into the room.
I laughed a little bit, "Chad is making this game where I have to go and solve these clues in order to get the next note. There are ten of them, and the fifth one told me to come and talk to you because you know more about this than he did. So, can you please tell me what's going on?" I asked all in one breath.
He smiled a little bit, "Ah, very well. Chad did come in here early in the morning to tell me about his silly plan. I have a key and a note for you, and he also told me that you aren't allowed back in the studio after this," he said while he leaned over his desk to hand me the items.
"Also, what's going on with Tawni and her sisters?" I asked right before I stood up to leave.
He quietly sighed, "Tawni is having some trouble with you being on Mackenzie Falls. Even she hates to admit it, but she knows that the show needs you in order to keep the ratings up. I'm sorry, but the only way I got Tawni to stick to the show without having you completely fired was for her sisters to come on for a while. But, you don't mind because you are going to start up with the Falls soon anyways, so hopefully it won't be that big of a problem," he said while he folded his hands on his desk.
I gulped a little bit, "No, sir. Thank you though!" I said while I walked out of his door and leaned against a wall to read the next note.
Sonny,
Congratulations, you made it to clue number six! Once you get here, I want you to call me. Well, I mean like after you read the note and stuff. I think you know where I'm going with this, so please help me out.
So I take it you heard about Tawni and her sisters, huh? Well, don't worry because over at the Falls, nothing matters anymore. Well, I mean like life does and stuff, but I mean figuratively, you know, where you can just be yourself…I give up.
But here is clue number six,
From heights to animals, you've done it all.
So go on and have fun figuring this one out. Remember to call me after you are done finishing this note. Honestly, I don't think you'll understand unless you get the other information. Oh, and I'm sorry about Tawni, again. Trust me; being at the Falls will suit you better.
I love you more than anything, Sunshine,
Chad.
I laughed a little on the inside. Poor Chad was probably up all night trying to figure these out. My only question is why would he want me to call him? He just called me last clue, but knowing him, he's probably just confused.
As soon as I took my phone out of my pocket, I called Chad. "Hey, Sonny, what's up?" he answered after a few rings.
"Your last clue told me to call you, and so I did," I answered back. "What are you doing?" I asked him.
He laughed on the other line of the phone, "You don't need to know right now. So, clue number six, right? Just remember the words pie, jump, and hockey. You'll figure it out soon enough," he said while even more yelling was going on around him.
I sighed, "Where do you come up with these riddles?" I asked him.
"Like I said, once you get here, you'll understand. Just trust me on this, Sunshine. I want this to be a big surprise for you, but if I tell you, you won't understand the value of this game, now will you? Now, go on and find the next clue because we're almost done here. I love you," he said sincerely.
"I love you, too, Chad," I said right before we both hung up.
"Pie, jump, and hockey…what do those have to do with anything?" I quietly questioned myself.
As I started to drive around a little, I decided to turn on the radio. The song, "Read between the Lines" came on, and I instantly knew where this clue was going. So, we were just at the arcade a few days ago, and of course, it's another long journey just to get there.
After a while of driving, I finally got there, but noticed a closed sign on the door. "Really, Chad, really?" I muttered under my breath. As soon as I got up to the door, I saw a man standing inside with his hand on the door. As soon as I was all the way up there, he opened the door and handed me a piece of paper and the next key, "Have a good day," he said before he closed the door and turned around.
"Well this is weird," I quietly said to myself as I went to go back and sit in my car.
Sunshine,
You're probably confused right now, but that's okay. I was too when I first thought about what I was going to do. But don't mind him; he only did as I was asked. Please tell me that he didn't touch you or anything, because if he did, we will have problems.
So, do you remember a while ago when you took me on a date? Well, I just thought that this would be a perfect clue.
So here it is…clue number seven,
Ghosts and monsters may scare you, but to me, they are only an excuse for you to be in my arms.
So, I hope you know what I'm talking about, because you were the one to inspire this clue. Oh, and to go along with it, don't worry, Chase has no idea about this one, so you will be able to handle it easier than clue one.
Remember, I'm always here for you, and I'm not going anywhere.
Chad.
I quietly laughed to myself. Of course I knew what he was talking about, but my only question is where he hid it.
On the way back to his house, I noticed that Condor Studios was up to something. Having to pass it in order to get to Chad's house, I noticed that there were more cars than usual, but it was weird because today was a Sunday, and no one ever films on a Sunday. Even on a weekday there aren't that many cars here, but whatever it was, Chad wouldn't let me in on it.
As I finally got to his house, I quickly parked in the garage and went back around to the front door. You see, Chad's house doesn't look complex, but it really is. First, you have to go through the maze of stones just to get to the steps, and once you're inside, it's a whole new story. There are three different stair cases, all leading up to a different floor. Luckily, Chad's bedroom is on the third floor, so I don't get that confused anymore, and also, that staircase is right by the door.
Once inside of the house, I quickly walked up to his room, but as soon as I got there, it was locked. "Of course," I whispered to myself. "Why do I keep saying that?" I questioned myself.
As soon as I went down to the living room, I found a note on the living room table. Oh, have fun finding the key. Chad. It read. Of course Chad would go and make me find the key, but lucky for me, he left out a pile of keys for me to go and search through. "I hate you, Chad Dylan Cooper," I muttered as I picked up the pile and walked back up the stairs.
After trying most of the keys, I started to give up. There were about thirty or so keys and none of them was the match. After the last key that didn't work, I went back downstairs and put all of the keys back. I quietly went into the kitchen for a minute to see if there were any more clues, and of course, there was a single key on the kitchen island. After I took the key and went back upstairs, I put it in the lock, and of course, it opened up.
I walked over to where his closet was and opened it up to find that all of his movies were scattered across shelves, the floor, and some in bins. After starting with the floor, Paranormal Activity wasn't there. Next, I went up to the shelves to find that the movie wasn't there, and after going through all of his bins, there was still no movie. After giving up after the fourth bin, I went to go and sit on his bed to try and think a little bit more.
While on the bed, I noticed a silver container sitting on top of the DVD player and when I walked over to see what it was, of course, it was Paranormal Activity.
I went back over to the bed and started to read the next clue.
Sonny,
And here we are to clue number eight! Aren't you just so excited to see the big surprise? Honestly, I'm excited for you. Ha, sorry about the key thing. I knew you would figure it out sooner or later. Oh, and didn't you just love where the movie was placed? Knowing you, you probably went through the closet first, am I right?
But I think I'm going to give you an easier clue this time. I think you should be able to get this one just by looking at the first word.
Sunshine, I swear this time I mean it.
I hope you understand this clue, because for once, you won't have to drive after the previous clue! And also, I'm going to keep the driving down to a minimum because my baby doesn't do that well with that many stops.
I will see you soon at clue number nine.
I love you forever and always,
Chad.
"I swear to God. He loves that car more than anything," I said while I shook my head while trying to think of what he meant by this clue. Sunshine, I swear this time I mean it? What does that have to do with anything?
While I paced the floors of his room, I soon started to think of our previous dates to think of what he meant. I don't think it was the bungee jumping one because that place is too far, and it sure isn't our spot because he probably doesn't want his baby, I mean Porsche on that terrain.
After thinking for a little while, I finally started to get a head start on what the clue might be. Thinking of the past clues, I've noticed that all of them had to do with a previous date, and the only ones he hasn't really used are the ones from after we got back from Wisconsin. So, thinking of what some of them were, I can only think of the one from when we were in the hospital together. But, what did we do? I don't think we officially had our date for I, but who knows.
After some more pacing, I started to hum. After a while, I noticed that the song I was humming was strangely familiar. "His song!" I screamed while started to sing the verse and chorus out loud this time. The song, I swear this time I mean it, was the one I wrote for him while we were in the hospital, and I gave it to him after we came back.
My question for this clue is where would he have put it? It's not anywhere downstairs is about all I know for this one. I know that Chad usually keeps all of his important papers in his room, but I don't know where this one would be.
After going through his desk, putting everything back the way it was from before after I was done looking, I still couldn't find it. I think went to his drawer and opened it to find a box and a piece of paper on top labeled, "Sonny."
As I opened the box, I found the ninth key with the note folded up inside.
Sonny,
Congratulations on finding clue number nine! Just think…you only have to drive two more times until you get a chance to relax for once. But, I am going to warm you, with this next clue, if I find one scratch on this car, I am not going to be a happy camper tomorrow.
But anyways, I'm thinking that you want me to just get on with this, because you are probably tired of hearing about my car, aren't you? Don't worry; I'll stop...sooner or later.
Here is clue number nine,
Like water that runs down the drain, this is the thing that keeps me living. Over a hill and to a tree, the final key is yours to keep.
I hope you have fun decoding this one, because I'm not going to help you with this one. It'll make so much more sense after this one, I promise.
I love you so much more than you know,
Chad.
"I'm really getting sick of driving, you know?" I whispered to myself as I went back down towards his car and got in that driver's seat. "So, like water that runs down the drain, this is the thing that keeps me living. Over a hill and to a tree, the final key is yours to keep. What does that mean?" I asked myself while putting the car into drive.
Well, he did say that the car does have a chance of getting ruined with this clue, so it has to be a start to something. So, if I have to drive all around town to figure this out, there has to be one place where the terrain is rough and can scratch his car.
So, I've already been to Disney Land, the arcade, his house, my house, and the studio. What more is there to go? I mean, our spot doesn't have tough terrain, but it's actually pretty smooth. On the other hand, there is always Mackenzie Falls. There are hills and plenty of trees there.
So of course, Chad just had to pick the one spot that is in the opposite direction and with bad driving conditions. As I headed out towards the high way to get there, I got a call from my pocket as the caller ID read Portlyn.
"Hey, Port," I answered with a small smile.
"Sonny! I was just checking in to see how you were doing," she said while it was loud around her while I could hear some music.
"Well, considering all I've done today is drive, I guess you can guess my mood," I said with a little sour tone. "What is going on, Portlyn? What is everyone keeping from me?" I asked her with a pleading sound in my voice.
I hear a little laugh on the other end, "What clue are you on?" she asked quickly.
I sighed, "I'm about to go find clue number ten, but of course, this one has me driving the furthest."
"Oh, okay. Well, you'll find out soon enough, don't worry. It's just we've all worked really hard on today, and we just want it to be a surprise. But for now, I have to get going. Chad needs me back, and I don't want to upset him because he's starting to get in a bad mood. Things haven't been working out that great, but it's still awesome," she said with a little sadness in her voice, but towards the end, she was back to her perky self.
"Oh, okay, I guess I'll see you later," I said right before we both hung up.
After about ten more minutes of driving, I was finally at Mackenzie Falls. It was starting to get a little darker out, but it was still light enough for me to see. After hiking up a little ways to the top, I saw what he was talking about when he meant over a hill and to a tree.
When I got to the biggest oak tree there was, I saw a little table in front of it while a key holding down a piece of paper. This time, I noticed that there were only a few words on this paper, and that the key was a little bit bigger than the rest.
Allison,
Finally you finished the game!
Back to Condor Studios you go, and then to the next part.
I love you,
Chad.
P.S. Happy Birthday =]
I laughed a little bit while walking down back to the car. I knew Chad didn't forget my birthday, but honestly, I wish we could have spent the day together at least. But when you're dating Chad, it's best to let him do things the way he wants them to be done.
On my way back to the studio, I was starting to worry about what Chad had planned. I don't think I have ever heard of him trying for more than two hours on something, and this has to be really big for him in order to keep this committed.
Once I got back to the studio after a long drive, I noticed that all the cars were still there, but this time there were lights on the outside. It finally was totally dark, and I could hear music from the outside from the car. I got out of the car and headed towards studio two, but was quickly blocked by one of the security guards, "Name, please," they asked me.
I laughed a little bit, "Sonny Monroe," I answered while they looked at each other and let me through the red ropes.
As I entered the studio, I found signs all along the walls leading me to different places. As soon as I got to the ball room in the studio, I found two doors closed with signs all over them. I turned around a few times to make sure I was in the right place.
While turned around, I felt a pair of hands go around my wait and bring me close, "Happy birthday, Sunshine," Chad whispered in my ear while I turned around with the biggest smile on my face.
"Chad!" I screamed while I threw my arms around his neck and pulled him in for a hug. He hugged me back while laughing a little bit.
"Come on," he said while he gently pulled me through the doors and into the ball room. All around us were balloons in silver, pink, purple, and blue along with matching streamers. There were all the casts from both shows and then some. All along the walls were pictures and posters having to do with the shows, happy birthday signs, and even a blow up picture of Chad and I in the middle from Teen Weekly. There were tables lined up with food, disco balls, confetti, glitter, rose petals, and so much more just surrounding us.
In the middle of the whole thing was the band, which so happened to be my favorite, Paramore. "You got Paramore?" I screamed at him while he just smiled and nodded.
"Only the best for you, my dear," he said while he pulled me in by my waist and started to walk around. "Do you still have those keys?" he asked me while I simply nodded. "Here, come with me for a minute," he said while he pulled me out of the party and into the hallway where it was quiet.
"Now, you were probably confused about this whole day, but it really did have sentimental value. First, each key gave a different message. These ten keys represent each one of our dates so far, each having two different letters on them. These keys are also promises to you. The longer we date, the more you'll understand, but I think you'll start to understand in just a few minutes," he said while he pulled me back into the party.
As soon as we were back, he pulled me into the middle of the dance floor and had the band go silent.
"Allison," he said into a microphone while the whole crowd went crowed. "Honestly, I have no idea how we both got to where we are, but after these almost two years, I couldn't imagine living this life without you. Now, I know that we're only eighteen, but I just can't hold onto this for much longer," he said right before he pulled something out of his pocket.
"Now, this isn't an engagement ring, but it is a promise ring. Allison Elizabeth Monroe, will you please take this ring to symbolize our only love for each other, and keep it as a reminder that I love you so much, and I'm never going anywhere," he said while he gave me one of his famous smiles while the whole crowed aw-ed and cheered.
I started to tear up at this point, "Yes," I said while he slid the ring onto my wedding finger.
"P is for promises," he said while slowly bent in to kiss me while sliding his arms around my waist and pulling me as close as he could to him.
"I love you, Allison," he said while he pulled away.
"I love you, too, Chad Dylan Cooper," I said with the biggest smile I could give.
"Happy birthday, baby," he said while Paramore sang a slow song as he pulled me in, wrapping his arms around my waist, while mine were around his neck, and we both gently swayed to the rhythm, both of our foreheads touching, feeling as though we were the only two people in this room.
DIDYALIKEIT? I hope you didnt...because I hope you LOVED it.
So...before I get into an AN, Gabby and Becky, don't worry, you'll be in it more...I mean, Tawni and her sisters have to be in this more, right?
I think this chapter was just kinda awesome in general...I had like half of it done, but then it was literally yesterday where I had this idea of the Key game, and i just went with it.
Now...for a more serious tone...I've been getting less and less reviews/views...and I'm getting worried
In a review, can you please just tell me if you are liking it so far?
I'm doing my best, and now that school will be over in a week, I can update more.
But please just tell me what you think, and what you want to see more of.
& i made it Sonny's birthday because mine is in two days, and it was a spur of the moment thing haha
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