Chapter 21: True Love at Last
Tori stood at her spot with her friends in complete shock. She finally saw Jason and she couldn't be any happier. Jade shook Tori out of her shocked state and, along with Marcus, dragged her to the front row of the stage. She felt her heart beating rapidly as she got closer to Jason. Once Jade and Marcus brought Tori to the front, they quickly left her and return to their seats. Tori smiled at Jason, who returned her smile with the help of his dimples.
"Before I play this song, I would like to introduce everyone to my band." Jason as the background lights came on and revealed his band. The band featured Jason as the lead vocalist, Rob as the lead guitarist and backing vocals, Joey as the rhythm guitarist, Andy as the bass guitarist, and their drummer. Jason looked at Rob, who saw Cat sitting front as well. The two boys gave each other nods and Jason spoke into the microphone.
"Tori, I saw your performance and I really loved it. Now, it's my turn." Jason said as he began to play his guitar. Rob soon joined and the band followed, playing the country-rock song "Dear God" by Avenged Sevenfold.
A lonely road, crossed another cold state line
Miles away from those I love purpose undefined
While I recall all the words you spoke to me
Can't help but wish that I was there
And where I'd love to be, oh yeah
Dear God the only thing I ask of you is
To hold her when I'm not around
When I'm much too far away
We all need that person who can be true to you
But I left her when I found her
And now I wish I'd stayed
'Cause I'm lonely and I'm tired
I'm missing you again oh no
Once again
There's nothing here for me on this barren road
There's no one here while the city sleeps
And all the shops are closed
Can't help but think of the times I've had with you
Pictures and some memories will have to help me through, oh yeah
Dear God the only thing I ask of you is to hold her when I'm not around
When I'm much too far away
We all need that person who can be true to you
I left her when I found her
And now I wish I'd stayed
'Cause I'm lonely and I'm tired
I'm missing you again oh no
Once again
Some search, never finding a way
Before long, they waste away
I found you, something told me to stay
I gave in, to selfish ways
And how I miss someone to hold
When hope begins to fade
A lonely road, crossed another cold state line
Miles away from those I love purpose undefined
Dear God the only thing I ask of you is to hold her when I'm not around
When I'm much too far away
We all need the person who can be true to you
I left her when I found her
And now I wish I'd stayed
'Cause I'm lonely and I'm tired
I'm missing you again oh no
Once again
Jason finished singing, but was now playing an electric guitar and doing the solos with Rob. He looked at Tori, who was smiling and shedding tears of joy. She never heard this song, but she immediately fell in love with it. She got up from her seat and walked up the stage as Jason continue to play. The solos were beginning to fade and finally the band finished. The crowd gave Jason and the gang a thunderous ovation as Tori finally stood face to face with Jason. The two smiled at each other and remained silent until Tori broke the silence.
"I love the song and I'm in love with you!" Tori said as she walked closer to Jason.
"I feel the same way and I will always be there for you Tori." Jason said as Tori was now looking into his eyes. The two stood staring into each other's eyes before Jason wrapped his arms around Tori's waist and kissed her. She responded to the kiss by wrapping her arms around his neck. After kissing for what seem like forever, both would break the kiss and smile at each other. Tori finally found the guy she wanted and she could not be any happier.