[A/N: If you've never read "A Midsummer Night's Dream" before, and you are reading this now, I suggest waiting until I finish this story before you start the actual book. Because that would just ruin the whole thing for you. And I will be the bigger man in this situation, and admit that Shakespeare is a better writer than I am. But only by a little. ::Cough::.]

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For the most part, the school day went well for the couple. They put the dating situation in the back of their minds for most of the day, even though they knew they'd have to confront it eventually. But it came sooner than they planned.

After school dismissed that day, Lizzie knew she couldn't face her father. Instead, she and Gordo decided to head over to the Digital Bean, to stall for time for as long as possible.

Gordo: [Nervously.] Lizzie, I think Ihave a plan. [Lizzie raises her eyebrows.] Well, see, my Aunt Martha.she lives in Pennridge, and well, she loves me more than my parents do. [Gordo shifts in his chair.] We could, you know, go there, andbe together. [Expects a negative response.]

Lizzie: [Smiles.] I'd do anything to be with you, Gordo. [Moves in for a kiss, but is interrupted by Miranda's entrance. Miranda has her arms folded across her chest, and is staring down at the ground as she walks. Lizzie speaks, oblivious to her friend's pain.] Hey, Miranda! What's been going on with you lately?

Miranda: [Like a volcano erupting.] What's up with ME? What's up with ME?! Oh, nothing, except for the fact that I have no friends anymore. And Ethan loves you. All I want is for Ethan to like me. Maybe if I was as beautiful as you

Lizzie: Oh, come on, Miranda. It's not my fault he likes me. [Miranda sniffles.] Don't worry, though. I can't stand Hillridge anymore

Miranda: [Becomes concerned.] You meanyou guys are running away?

Gordo: We can be together, away from here. We'll come back, when th ings have settled down. Please just be happy for us?

Miranda: [Looks overwhelmed.] I'mfine with it.

Lizzie: [Proudly.] We're leaving tomorrow night. [Checks her watch.] 7:00? Oh my gosh, I've got to get home. [Picks up her jacket and reaches out her hand.] Walk me home, Gordo?

Gordo: Of course. [They smile at each other and walk out the door.]

Miranda: [Sits down where her friends had just been sitting and orders a drink. She thinks to herself, something she was now used to.] Everyone always tells me I'm just as pretty as Lizzie, as smart as Lizzie, as cool as Lizzie. But if Ethan Craft doesn't think so, then who cares? Doesn't he realize that she doesn't love him? [Laughs, half-heartedly.] Maybe that's what I need to realize. I mean, it was only a week ago that he pledged his love for me, and now he's already after Lizzie. Why is love so confusing? [An idea suddenly comes to Miranda.] If I tell Ethan about how Lizzie and Gordo running away, he'll have to thank me. [Smiles deviously.]

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[A/N: Yes, I know, REALLY short. But this ends Scene 1 of Act 1. Whaddaya think? Review. Please?]