song credits:

"I Need You Tonight" – Backstreet Boys

"Thank God I Found You" – Mariah Carey, Joe, and 98°

Love Will Find a Way

Chapter 10

        There were a lot of people at the dance now. Ethan and Sheridan walked in, arm in arm. "Wow," Sheridan said, "there sure are a lot of people here."

        "Yes," Ethan said. He looked at Sheridan, who was scanning the place. "I hope you enjoy tonight, Sheridan," Ethan said.

        "What?" Sheridan asked.

        "Sheridan, are you okay? You seem a little... distracted."

        "Oh. No, I'm fine." Ethan and Sheridan walked around a little bit, with him making sure that she didn't see Luis. *I am going to be so happy for Sheridan... it's just too bad I can't spoil the surprise.* Ethan found the spot that Luis had instructed him to keep Sheridan, so he said, "Sheridan, sit here; I'll be right back." Ethan went to go dance with some girl... that looked a lot like Theresa. *Theresa? Why am I always thinking about her...? No, I am NOT falling for her...*

        Sheridan looked around, a little lonely, a little confused, and a little upset. She thought that Luis had forgiven her. But... where was he? And why didn't he bring her to the dance? Suddenly, the fast music stopped and a slow song started. //Oh, I wish I could be in Luis' arms right now...// But this song was sung live...

[Open up your heart to me
And say what's on your mind...

        Luis walked down the stage, mike in hand.

I know that we have been through so much pain,
but I still need you in my life this time...

        He walked towards Sheridan, still singing.

I need you tonight, I need you right now
I know deep within my heart,
it doesn't matter if it's wrong or right
I really need you tonight...

        Now Luis was standing in front of her, singing. Sheridan was relieved at the sight of Luis, and so happy, she began to cry. Luis wiped away a tear before he started to sing again.

I figured out what to say to you
Sometimes the words, they, they come out so wrong
And I know in time that you will understand
That what we have is so right this time

And I need you tonight; I need you right now
I know deep within my heart
It doesn't matter if it's wrong or right
I really need you tonight

All those endless times we tried to make it last forever more...

And baby, I know I need you...oh, yeah
I know deep within my heart,
It doesn't matter if it's wrong or right...
All I know is, baby...I really need you tonight...]

        People started applauding for Luis, Sheridan most of all. While the DJ was putting on another song, Luis took Sheridan's hand and pulled her up. "Sheridan," he offered, "would you like to dance?"

        "Certainly," she responded, her eyes glistening. They went on to the dance floor and before they started to dance, she wrapped him in a big hug. "I love you, Luis."

        "I love you too, Sheridan." He kissed her forehead and then, a song came on that they started to dance to.

//I would give up everything
Before I'd separate myself from you
After so much suffering
I finally found unvarnished truth
I was all by myself for the longest time
So cold inside
And the hurt from the heart, it would not subside
I felt like dying... until you saved my life//

Thank God I found you
I was lost without you
My every wish and every dream somehow became reality
When you brought the sunlight
Completed my whole life
I'm overwhelmed with gratitude
'Cause baby, I'm so thankful I found you

[I will give you everything
There's nothing in this world I wouldn't do
To ensure your happiness
I cherish every part of you
'Cause without you beside me I can't survive
Don't want to try
If you're keeping me warm each and every night,
I'll be all right, 'cause I need you in my life]

//See, I was so desolate before you came to me//
[[Looking back, I guess it shows that we were destined to shine]
After the rain; to appreciate the gift of what we have
And I'd go through it all over again
To be able to feel this way

Thank God I found you
I was lost without you
I'm overwhelmed with gratitude,
Sweet baby, I'm so thankful I found... you

//I'm overwhelmed with gratitude,
My baby, I'm so thankful I found you...//

        After that was done, Luis took Sheridan outside. "Sheridan," he began, "you know I forgive you, right?"

        "Didn't you say that in that song that you sang?" she asked, smiling.

        "Yeah," Luis said, smiling back. [It feels so good to see her smiling again...] "Listen, Sheridan, I've got something to ask you. You... you're the most incredible woman I've ever known. Sweet, thoughtful, beautiful... I just want you to know that I don't love you for your money or your last name. I couldn't care less about that. I love you for who you are, and I would never, ever use you in any way. I promise."

        Sheridan had tears in her eyes. "Luis, you don't know how much this means to me."

        "Yes, I do." A tear fell, and Luis gently kissed it away. "Don't cry. I don't like to see you cry." They both laughed at that. "But seriously, Sheridan, you have brought me so much. That's why I have to ask you this, now, not later." Luis sank down to one knee and Sheridan gasped. She knew what was coming. "Sheridan Crane," he asked her, pulling out a box, "will you marry me?"

        Sheridan smiled. "Of course, Luis. I love you. Nothing is ever going to come between us again." At that, Luis hugged her, kissed her, and they were both giddy with laughter. He took out his ring and put it on her finger, then he took her hand and said, "Sheridan, let's go home."

THE END!!!!

So, guys, that concludes not only the last story, but this collection of stories! Thanks for all your encouraging words! Tell me what you think! =D If you want more Passions fics from me, check out "Meant to Be Together: The Story of Paloma and Jacob" and watch for "Jacob's Story," coming soon! =D