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"Seriously?" Mitchie said, jumping up and down excitedly. Shane nodded his head, grinning like an idiot. "But how?" Caitlyn inquired, her eyes lilting up with joy.

"Well, we know how much you will miss us when we are going on tour so…" Shane started but Jason interrupted. "So Nate got this awesome idea that we could take you guys on tour as well…" "And then we asked our manager and he said okay, as long as your parents approve." The last member finished.

There was silence for a few seconds before another round of squealing, shouting, hugs and kisses occurred. "What are we waiting for, let's call our parents!" Caitlyn yelled, running towards the telephone. "No need to call your parents Caitlyn, we told them and they agreed." Jason said.

Caitlyn paused and turned her head. "Say what?" She inquired. "We called your parents for you and after LOTS of persuasion, they finally agreed." Nate informed. Caitlyn heaved a huge sigh of relief. "I'm glad you did, it will be hard for me to ask."

"So when does the tour start?" Mitchie asked randomly. "In 2 weeks." Shane replied. "WHAT?" They all screamed. "I thought it is going to start in July?" Tess said. The boys shook their heads and confirmed that their manager had changed the date. "Okay, okay… Tess. Call you parents." Jason urged.

The girl dialed her parents' cell phone number. Ring Ring… "Hello?" TJ's sweet voice sang out clearly. "Hi mum!" Tess called.

TJ: Hello sweetie, why are you calling?

Tess: Well, umm. The Connect 3 is inviting Mitchie, Caitlyn and I to their summer tour that starts in 2 weeks.

TJ: Oh, I see. And you're asking if you and Mitchie can go?

Tess: Yeah mum, can we go?

TJ: How long is that tour?

Tess: Wait I'll ask.

Tess holds the phone in one hand and inquires the question to the Connect 3. "About 2-3 months." Nate answered. Mitchie mouthed to Tess. Put on speaker. Tess nodded and pressed the button.

Tess: Hey mum! You're on speaker!

TJ: Hello girls and boys!

Group: Hi TJ!

TJ: So what's this about the tour?

Shane: We are going to miss these girls while we are on tour so we ask our manager if they could join us.

TJ: Okay. How long is the summer tour?

Caitlyn: About 2 to 3 months.

TJ: Will there be adult supervision?

Jason: Yeah. Our manager will be stopping by in between stops.

Tess: Can we go mum?

Mitchie: Please TJ?

TJ: *Sighs* I'm outnumbered. I don't have a choice do I?
Nate: Technically no. No offence TJ.

TJ: None taken Nate. Fine, I'll send some cash over for spending.

Tess: So that's a yes?

TJ: Yes, you can go with them. As long as you promise to call once in a week.

Mitchie: Deal!

Jason: Thanks so much TJ!

Everyone: Yeah! Thanks!

TJ: You're welcome. Just make sure you lock the doors tight. I got to go. Take care!

Tess: Take care mum!

Everyone: Bye TJ!

The group hung up the phone, grinning like crazy. "So we get to go on tour?" Caitlyn questioned. The three girls huddled together and screamed. "So while you girls do what girls do, I'll just go tell my manager that you are coming with us on tour." Shane said uncomfortably and left the room.

Nate and Jason also stepped back, letting the girls have their personal space. "I'm so excited! I've never been on tour before." Caitlyn admitted. "Same here." Mitchie answered. Tess had followed her mother on tour before so she expressed what they should expect on tour.

Once they all quiet down, their boyfriends stuck their heads in the room. "Are you done?" Nate inquired. The girls all nodded and the boys all walked back into the room. "I'll go keep my gifts." Mitchie mumbled and picked up her books and album. Shane offered to help and the couple left the room.

"Thanks for letting us come on tour Shane." Mitchie said. Her boyfriend shrugged and grinned at her. "No problem Mitch!" Mitchie pecked him on the cheek, opening her bedroom door. "Just put those on the floor." Mitchie told Shane, gesturing to her new books.

After placing her album away, Mitchie laid down on her bed and sighed contentedly. Shane sat down on the edge of her bed, his eyes on Mitchie. She noticed that and sat up. "Why are you looking at me like that?" Mitchie questioned. "I don't know, but it relaxes me by just looking at you." Shane answered.

Hearing Shane's statement, Mitchie blushed crimson red. She slapped the boy lightly on the arm. "Cheesy much?" She teased. Shane flipped until he was on his stomach. "But you know you love it." He shot back. The couple stared at each other before leaning in. Shane's lips touched Mitchie's soft ones and they begun making out.

"Hey lovebirds! What are you doing up there? Making out?" Jason called from the first floor. The couple broke apart and Shane groaned. "Coming Jas!" He shouted. They got up and went to join their friends.

5.25pm, 20th May 2008

The group had played many games and was now very tired. All of them were lying on couches or beanbags, just chatting randomly. Mitchie glanced at the clock and her head jolted up. "Didn't you guys say something about a picnic?" She asked, shifting her position.

Her friends jolted up, knowing what Mitchie was talking about. "Come on! The sun is setting in an hour!" Mitchie continued. Her friends smirked. "Didn't we tell you? You and Shane are going on a date, alone." Tess said innocently. Mitchie's eyes went wide and she stared at her friends in disbelief.

"It's true." Shane confirmed. Mitchie simply nodded her head, still stunned. Caitlyn pushed her friend towards Shane. "Come on you lovebirds, you better get going." She said. "Umm… okay." Mitchie replied and the couple left the house after changing, picnic basket in hand.

"Mitchie, Mitch?" Shane questioned as they walked out of the driveway. "Shane, why didn't you tell me?" Mitchie told the boy, facing him. "It was a secret." He answered, pecking on her forehead lightly. They strolled towards Jason's car. Everyone knew that Shane had gotten his drivers license but Jason always insisted on driving.

"Mitchie put this on." Shane said, gesturing to a blindfold. Mitchie wined and pouted. "Aww come on Shane!" She pleaded. But Shane's mind was made up and he blindfolded his girlfriend's eyes.

The couple sat in Jason's car and they begin their journey. Despite Mitchie pleas on where they were going, Shane did not let the cat out of the bag. Finally, after what felt like an eternity to Mitchie, they arrived at their destination.

Shane got out of the car. "Stay inside Mitch, I'll be back soon." He shouted. Mitchie could only nod her head bluntly. Shane took the picnic basket out and found a lovely spot under a shady tree. It had a beautiful view of the evening sky. He started setting up for the best picnic ever.

When he was done, he stood back to look at his masterpiece. Perfect. He thought and went to get Mitchie. "It is about time!" His girlfriend exclaimed, as she heard footsteps approaching. "Sorry baby." Shane answered, leading her out of the car. "Shane, how much longer?" Mitchie asked, obviously annoyed.

"Take off your blindfold." Shane instructed. Mitchie pulled it off and she gasped. She was standing under and tree, with a picnic mat on the soft grass. A bouquet of flowers was in Shane's hands. 2 plates of pizza were on the mat and Mitchie could smell lovely flowers. They were in the Connect 3's backyard, which overlooked the park.

"Oh my god Shane…" Mitchie whispered. "It's… beautiful." Shane laughed and handed the bouquet to her. "Happy birthday Mitchie." He muttered into her ear. Mitchie accepted the flowers gratefully and took and sit on the mat. "Thanks so much Shane." She told the boy.

Shane shrugged and grinned and his girlfriend. "Don't mention it now dig in!" He ordered. The couple had a wonderful time just being alone and munching on pizza. Shane even brought dessert, blueberry muffins.

Soon, they were just lying back, relaxing themselves while watching the sun set. Mitchie's head was on Shane's shoulders and Shane's arm was draping around her waist. "Mitchie?" Shane asked. "Mmm?" "I want to give you something." Shane continued as he got up.

Mitchie, as curious as she always was, walked over to Shane. He took out a box from the basket and handed it to her. Mitchie face lit up and she tore the wrapper off. She gasped for the second time of the day. Inside, was a stunning ring and Shane took it out. "It is a promise ring." Shane said.

Words could not express Mitchie's happiness at all. "I love you so much Mitchie and someday, we are going to tie the knot." Shane said. "So will you do the Horner of wearing the ring?" He added. Mitchie giggled and nodded. A very delighted Shane scooped Mitchie up in his arms.

"Shane! Put me down!" Mitchie squealed. Her request was fulfilled and Shane slipped the ring on Mitchie's right hand finger. "Mitchie? Promise that you will always be mine." Shane whispered.

"I will." Mitchie answered, looking at her boyfriend. "Good." Mitchie thought he was going to say more, but instead, he leaned over and brushed his lips against hers.

Mitchie sighed, relaxing herself in the evening romance and Shane's embrace. She didn't need to say anything. She wouldn't think beyond this magical moment.

Mitchie's new ring sparkled in the light, proof that Shane Grey's heart would be always with her. Finally, the couple stood up and packed their things, getting ready to head back to the Tyler's.

Hey guys! I am so, so sorry for the late chapter! My teacher has been pilling us up with LOADS of work so I couldn't write. Time is not my side. Anyways, my birthday is coming in 2 days! Yeah me!

So please read and review this chapter and you know what I am going to type. This is the second last chapter! Don't miss the final Chapter coming soon in about 1 ½ weeks!

I don't have questions for you but just to let you know that I am working on the sequel 'Trouble at Alfea College' for a very Smitchie Christmas. Stay tuned!

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