Okay so I am so very sorry that I couldn't manage to post sooner. It's been a really long time and I feel bad! But I'm hoping that these last few chapters of the story will pay off for you. I'm not sure how many more there's gonna be but I'm going to create a new little promo for the next Pressure story. But before that happens, I have to finish this.

Lily's POV

The feeling is always the same. You can't put your finger on what it is but it lingers right on the tip of your tongue. I feel alive but I realize none of us can breathe forever. One day, Nick and I will die. But haven't some of us avoided it before? I always thought that maybe the reason some of us live is so we can die with someone we love. Nick didn't die that night Bella saved him on the beach. I didn't die when I went to get Bella from Blake and Glenn. Bella didn't die when Glenn stabbed her so many months ago. Glenn didn't have time to shoot Joe because Blake stopped him. Even when that complete stranger broke into the Lucas house so many years ago, Kevin was safe. So does that mean I will possibly die with Nick when the time is right?

I was over thinking because I forgot where I was. Nick snapped in front of my eyes. I blinked and looked at him. He looked amused. I smiled, "Sorry, just thinking."

"What about?" he asked.

"Hmm," I said thinking of a lie, "I guess… it didn't occur to me that I'm going to have a brother or sister soon."

"It's a big step," Nick said, "But a good one."

"Right," I agreed. Kevin was taking forever to get Danielle and I didn't want Nick to realize that I was fibbing. He would think I was being ridiculous… well I think he would think I was being ridiculous. He smiled leaning over to kiss me. The smell of him and the night air in Fuik Bay made me feel safe. Kevin was coming to get us after he picked up Danielle. We were stranded for a while.

"Is everything okay?" he asked when he pulled away.

"Of course it is," I smiled kissing him in reassurance, "Why wouldn't it be."

"I guess I just a little too worried about you," he said.

"Don't," I replied, "Besides, we've got Joe and Bella to worry about remember?" It turns out Nick and I heard the entire conversation Joe and Bella had in her kitchen. Of course, I knew before but I had to play along for Nick. If he found out I was keeping that from him he wouldn't trust me anymore; well I thought he wouldn't trust me anymore.

"They had to have been just messing around, right?" Nick asked worried now. I shrugged, not liking this at all.

"We came here to get our mind of things," I said, "I shouldn't have brought it up."

"I love you," Nick smiled.

"I love you too," I said. I looked out at the blue water, feeling at home, "I remember first coming here."

"So do I," Nick sliding closer to me, "First kiss…" I smiled at the thought, "Well sort of." I laughed remembering when he simply kissed me on the forehead.

"Trust me," I said, "It didn't make a difference… it was… stimulating."

"Glad to hear," Nick chuckled.

"You wanna hear something?" I asked looking at him, batting my eyelashes. He smiled and nodded.

"Go for it," he said.

"I wish there was a little… bug," I said. Nick laughed a little, "That knew us the first time we came here. Then we come back like today and the bug can see everything that's happened since then." I laughed with him realizing how funny that sounded.

"Maybe there is," Nick said, "Somewhere out there our little bug is watching everything that's happened since the first time we came here together."

"Let's hope so," I said kissing his cheek. Both of us jumped when the car horn blared through the peaceful scene. I looked behind me.

"Kevin," Nick scoffed quietly.

"C'mon," I said pulling him up with me.

"Hey," Kevin said as Nick and I fell into the backseat, "Sorry it took me so long."

"It's okay," I laughed. I knew exactly why he was late. Kevin and Danielle have been spending a lot of alone time. I guess they must've started planning their engagement already. Too bad Danielle had no idea what was coming to her.

"I don't get it," Danielle said, "Bella hasn't answered my calls. Is she with Joe?"

"I'd imagine so," I said nonchalantly. I knew what Bella was doing too. I didn't get why she didn't answer her phone though. She would usually use phone calls to interrupt Joe's downpour of proposals.

Bella's POV

"Do you know where we are?" I laughed lying next to Joe. It turns out we were covered in mud because his "new" car got stuck in a "puddle". So we ended up walking and found what appeared to be a field.

"Hmmm," Joe said, "Nope." He was lying sideways as I looked up at the sky on my back. He lightly traced pictures on my torso with his finger, coming off as distracted. His finger moved up to my face, touching my lips, "But you don't care."

"Not at all," I said looking at him. It was a nice sunset; not to bright but not too dark. Joe smiled and kissed me in the perfect scene. I've been ignoring my constant calls, which was a first.

"What's wrong," he said.

"Nothing," I replied, "I'm surprised you didn't-"

"Please marry me," he laughed. I sighed.

"Do that," I finished. Joe ran his hand through my hair, smiling at me.

"I can't help it," he said, "It's not my fault I want to spend the rest of my life with you."

"You can still spend your life with me," I said, "Just… without being married." I laughed when Joe slid on top of me.

"Well, what if I kept-" he didn't even finish his sentence because he started kissing me the same way he always did. I guess that's really stereotypical but it's no lie. Joe had this way of kissing me. It was as if there was an electric shock that started at my mouth and spread through my entire body. It triggered a feeling inside that made me realize that things are meant for certain people. You can doubt the feeling at first. In fact, that's what I did after the first time I met Joe; the first time we kissed each other. But then it occurred to me that I was so confused because I was fighting the feeling rather than embracing it. So I kissed Joe… and everything was okay. It was no lie.

"We have to get back," I said. Joe smiled.

"You're right," he replied kissing me some more "We do." He still didn't move. I laughed and pushed him to the side. We were making out covered in mud; that's all I have to say about that. I stood up and started walking towards Joe's beloved piece of junk he called a car. He got a truck… a pickup truck that's falling apart and apparently doesn't run well.

I got behind and started pushing but it was no use. I plopped back behind it in a pile of dirt. Joe came out from the tall grass and started laughing at me, "I can see you gave it your all."

"Shut-up," I said, "It's not my fault you bought this piece of junk."

"Junk, eh?" he asked. He ran at me and threw me over his shoulder.

"Joe what are you doing?" I laughed. He laid me gently in the back of the truck hopping over to sit next to me, "Joe, c'mon. We gotta get back."

"Don't worry about it," he said kissing me, "We'll make it back."

"Tonight," I laughed. He sighed.

"Okay," he smiled, "C'mon." Joe hopped over the tailgate and opened it for me to slide off. I took his hand as we started walking home.

"How are we going to sneak in without someone seeing us this way?" I asked.

"I have no idea," I laughed. The wedding was in fact today. But luckily it was only eight a.m. The wedding started at three. We had plenty of time.

"Shooting starts soon," Joe smiled at the thought. I smiled along with him. I remember when we all took the journey to L.A. and how I felt during shooting. It turns out I wasn't exactly guaranteed that I had a part of Mute Music either. Joe did some sneaking around and caught me in moment of weakness. It turned out the character that needed casting requited a musical talent. I guess I had what they were looking for. I didn't want it at first but then I was convinced by people back at home, Joe, and everyone else. It was hard to pass up. I loved it when it started. I was with the guy I loved and my best friends every day. I had full access to communication with the family. But then things happened.

"You're thinking," Joe said scrutinizing my expression, "What's on your mind."

"Just how great that time shooting was," I smiled, "For the time it was there." I guess it was sort of my fault it was postponed. Joe didn't seem to notice that. He kissed the top of my head and continued walking.

I didn't notice the other unfamiliar car parked next to my van when Joe and I raced each other to the front door. Hopefully my mom was still asleep or she was out of sight because we looked like mud monsters.

"You're so slow," Joe smiled.

"I am not," I laughed. I beat him to the front door, "Wait, here. I'm going to check if my mom is in the house or not."

"Okay," he said taking my hand and kissing it, "I'll be out here."

The front part of my house was empty. But I heard a noise in my room.

"Mom?" I called. I walked across the floor and opened the door to my room. This lady wasn't recognizable at all, "Who are you."

"I'm sorry to just barge in like this," she said. She looked very professional. It might've been because I was covered in mud and dirt, "You must be Isabella Sandford?"

"Yeah," I said, "Um, how-"

"I'm Samantha Baker," she said, "The headmaster from Julliard." I couldn't breathe. I didn't understand what was happening right now. I never heard a word from her. The letters stopped after number fifty. Why was she here?

"I, um, I cancelled my application," I said awkwardly, "Things sort of changed."

"Dear, such young people like you only come once in a lifetime," she said, "I can't help but ask why."

When I was in the hospital, I got a letter from Julliard. I didn't want to go. Hell, I wasn't even sure why I applied in the first place. I think I just wanted to know if I was good enough. But then Joe came in my life; everything came and that thought left. I didn't want it anymore now that I knew what I could be. But Joe of course, didn't agree with me whatsoever. He kept pushing it, letter after letter. But I guess when they stopped, his persuasions stopped too. I can't quite recall when that was. But now Samantha was here.

"Plans changed," I sighed.

"I came to inform you," Mrs. Baker said, "That if you ever change your mind, call me." She handed me a slip of paper with contact information on it.

"You came from New York to California to give me this," I said, "You don't just do that for a person."

"Well," she said, "You're not just a person, now are you?" I sighed, "It was very nice meeting you, Isabella. I hope you consider to study with us one day."

"Thank you," I said. She walked out of my room. I heard the front door shut, and then open again to be shut. Joe probably saw her leave.

"Hey," Joe said, "who was that?"

"That?" I asked, "Um…"

"Bella," he said, sauntering forward as I slipped the contact info into my back pocket.

"It's nothing-"

"What happened to you!" my mom said walking in my room. Joe backed up, my mom's expression indescribable, "You are a mess! The wedding is today and you decide to have a mud fight with your boyfriend." Joe and I shared a silent laugh.

"Its okay mom," I said, "I'll take care of this."

"I'll see you later?" Joe said starting at me; also known as: this isn't over.

"Yeah," I said. Joe came and gave me a quick but warm hug then left.

Lily's POV

"This is crazy," I said looking in Bella's full-body mirror. Bella's mom made me and my mom a bridesmaid. We had the same dresses. It was ridiculous. She was pregnant. At least Bella had to match with us too.

"I know," Bella said from in the bathroom, "I feel like a cupcake."

"Nice point," I laughed. She came out of the bathroom still looking marvelous. I never understood why Bella always looked good. She was beautiful at prom.

"Don't give me that look," Bella said hugging me, "You are the most beautiful, gorgeous, sexy girl ever."

"Creeper," I said giving her a hug back, "I love you."

"I love you too," she laughed, "And we can embarrass ourselves in these awful dresses together."

"Right," I chuckled. I heard a car horn honk. The guys were here with Danielle this was awesome. I smiled and darted out the room, "C'mon, Bells."

"Just a sec," she replied. I ran out the door running straight into Nick. He caught me, stumbling back a little.

"Whoa there turbo," he said.

"You're here," I said hugging him.

"Yeah," he replied, "I said I would, didn't I?" I laughed, breaking our embrace to kiss him. Joe, obviously not wanting to interrupt anything, went straight inside to get to Bella.

Danielle was simply stunning. Maybe it was because she didn't have to wear a dress that made her look like a teapot. My pink lace puff ball and Danielle silky gold dress definitely proved who looked beautiful and who looked… weird.

"So," Nick whispered as they walked by, "Did you find a tree?"

"Mhm," I said casually.

"Good, we've got 'till next week," he said. I laughed and kissed him.

"Don't worry," I replied, "It will definitely be something they'll never forget." Kevin asked Danielle for her hand in marriage when Joe broke up with Bella from the Taylor scandal. That also sent Nick spiraling to the hospital. Their love was veiled so we all planned a perfect way to bring them back to the proposal; to do it again. They've been secretly planning! It was awful! They shouldn't feel like they're in the way. We all decided it was time to fix that.

And it is going to be perfect.

Bella's POV

This was ridiculous. Why did my mother have to pick such hideous bridesmaid dresses? Lily of course pulled it off fantastically while I went plop. I bit my lips, looking at myself in the mirror. This was it. My parents were getting married. I remember when the split up. I guess I saw it coming. They weren't happy so I should've been expecting the worst, right?

They told me over the phone. I was so nervous they would do the same thing they did before when they were married. I just don't think I could see things heat up like that, to see them both so unhappy. But the thing about it now is they won't do that. I watched them look at each other. I watched them kiss and told them they loved each other. From the time I was conceived (when I had a memory of my own) I never heard them say that. But I saw it now. It was different.

"Wow." I jumped when I saw Joe in the doorway of my now clean room. The bed was actually made to my own surprise. And I did it. Of course, Joe was admiring my unsightly dress in a humorous way. Good thing too. Joe never really cared what I looked like. It made me feel a lot more secure then I guess I should.

"I know," I sighed.

"You're mom certainly wanted to go… all out." Joe laughed. I glared at him sarcastically, "No, no. It's uh, nice."

"You're full of it," I laughed. He moved forward as I backed up. He caught my hand.

"Gotcha," he said pulling me to him. I didn't realize he looked awesome, like he should be next to someone a little less embarrassing. But selfishly, I didn't let go. I didn't care though. I wanted him only, "You're beautiful."

"I love you," I said kissing him.

"I needed to ask you something," he said.

"No," I said, "I won't marry you."

"Not exactly," he laughed.

"After I help my mom?" I asked, "Soon." Joe smiled and kissed me one more time.

"Go," he said, "I'll see in you later."

"Thanks," I said.

Joe's POV

Joey sat on my lap as the ceremony went. She was certainly a survivor. Not only was she brutally abused by Blake Morgan (whose name I can't say whatsoever), but she survived Bella's mom and her pre-wedding jitters. Apparently she took a few more muscle relaxing pills than she need. Of course that may have been a rumor because nothing could've gone any more perfect. A while ago, when Bells and I first met, she told about how her parents never got along and it affected her more ways than one. But the way they looked at each other, the way they said their vows with love- I knew this time, it was different.

"I now pronounce you husband and wife," the priest said. I looked at Bella who was smiling admiringly at her mother and father kissing. I laughed when Joey started clapping. I clapped with her.

"You know this is my very first wedding ever," Joey said as we waited for Bella. She was having a talk with her mom and dad, nothing I haven't heard. She's always deep down hoped this day would come. And it did; she was happy. They just had to know that.

"Well you did an excellent job," I said. Joey was pretty satisfied with herself now. I laughed and sat her on my lap. It was getting colder her. I kind of liked it. My mind was wandering to weather waiting for Bella. I mean what was I doing?

"Hey," Bella said walking out of the house. We were waiting outside. Despite the fact that her mother made her wear this big pink ball, she was as glowing as ever. I slid my hand in hers and started walking out to the reception. Joey pulled on my arm I leaned forward.

"What's the matter?" I asked.

"Who's that guy over there?" Joey pointed. I straightened myself up and looked to where Joey was pointing. There was a big lump in my throat. Bella didn't seem to notice him. Should I tell her? I poked her shoulder. She looked up at my and then seeing my expression, followed my eyes.

"Do you want me to get rid of him?" I asked. Bella laughed, shaking her head.

"It's okay," I replied, "I'm going to talk to him."

"Bells-"

"Trust me, Joe. I know what I'm doing." She seemed sure of herself. So I let her go. I let her walk over to Jay waiting far away from the people. I didn't realize that Joey had ran along with her. Oh, boy.

"Joe, what's he doing here?" Nick asked me.

"I don't know," I said.

"Why is she even talking to him?" he questioned.

"I guess she's ready to forgive," I replied. Nick put his hand on my shoulder.

"Are you okay with that?"

"Yeah," I said, "Yeah, I am."

Bella's POV

"Joey, go back," I said.

"Why?" she asked.

"Because I need to talk to Jay alone," I replied.

"Bella," Jay said. I didn't realize that we reached him before I could get Joey to walk in the other direction. I looked at Jay and then at Joey. If she could just keep quiet for a little while…

"Hey," I said hoarsely. Why was this so awkward? I know Jay kissed me… twice? I think it was twice. I swore I never wanted to see him again. But I was just mad. And after that time in the hospital I knew I couldn't hate him forever.

"I'm going to see Joe and Nick," Joey said, "They're staring funny."

"Yeah," I said, "Go tell them I'll be back in a second." Joey squeezed my hand and ran off. She must've sensed the tension.

"She looks better." Jay had only seen Joey in the hospital when I returned with her.

"Yeah," I slightly smiled, "She's feeling much better."

"How've you been?" he asked. I shrugged.

"I'm okay," I faltered. I wanted to say that I missed him and I didn't care about what happened anymore. He was still one of my best friends; one of my only friends before I got on this show.

"You wanna take a walk?" he asked. I nodded without even thinking about it.

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