Author's Note: I'm back and very sorry it took so long. I hope this chapter was worth the extremely long wait. By the way, there are only a few more chapters  so keep reading!

P.S. this story is permanently changed to PG-13.

             

Chapter 6: The Party

            "How could he have done this to me! He was with Kate almost the whole time. Am I not good enough to stay with?" cried Miranda the next Monday at lunch.

            "Of course you are! Ethan is the one that wasn't worth anything. I don't know why we ever liked him in the first place." Lizzie said desperately trying to comfort her friend.

            "Hey, not matter what, we will always be here for you. And that's a promise." Gordo said.

            "Thanks you guys. I'm sure I will get over it. It just may take some time."

            "I know a way to cheer you up in a hurry." Alex said intruding on the conversation. "There is a party this weekend. Parker McKenzie is having it and there will be a ton of college guys for you."

            "That's sounds great. I haven't been to a major party yet this year." Miranda then smiled for the first time that day.

            That week Parker's party became the one subject on everyone's mind. As the week went on everyone became more excited. When Friday finally came, the schools was overflowing with rumors of what would be going on at the party and Lizzie and Miranda were squealing by the end of the day, which made the care ride home unbearable for the guys.

            "This is like the party of the year. Her college brother will be bringing all his friends and there will be no supervision." Stated Lizzie.

            "I can't wait! What should I wear?" asked Miranda.

            "Can the girl talk please wait until the guys leave the car?" asked Gordo.

            "Amen." Chimed in Alex.

            "Sorry guys." Lizzie said as Miranda pulled up to Gordo's house.

            "I'll be back at seven so be ready ok?" Miranda said.

            "You bet. I wouldn't dream of being late." Gordo said after getting out.

            Finally seven rolled around and before they knew it they were pulling in to Parker's driveway. The scene was an interesting one. People were scattered all around the yard and blaring music was coming from the house. Shouts and oddly enough grunts were also echoing the private lot.

            "This is it, the party of the year. Let's go!" Miranda practically ran in. 

            When the came in the house the saw college guys jumping from the stairs and consuming mass amounts of alcohol then cheering for it. Parker was nowhere in sight but Kate and Ethan were. Miranda was instantly disgusted when she saw them making out.

            "Oh, Miranda. We should have known they would be here. We can leave if you want." Lizzie said trying to be sympathetic.

            "That's ok. I just need to get a drink." Miranda began to push her way to the kitchen.

            "I'm right behind you." Gordo said following her out.

            "Guess it's just you and me." Lizzie shouted to Alex.

            "I can barely hear you. Let's go upstairs where it's quieter." He grabbed her hand and led her upstairs.

            "This is great isn't it? Food, alcohol, chaos." Lizzie said sarcastically.

            "Yeah, but we should have known. Once we hit college all the parties will be like this."

            "You're right. So tell me what you are doing after graduation."

            As they began to discuss their futures, Miranda started to vent to Gordo while taking one shot after another.

            "The only reason he's with Kate is because she's easy! Everyone in school knows it! If I was easy I would have the guys eating out of my hands by now."

            "Miranda, you don't want to be like Kate. Ethan Kraft is not worth any of this. And I think you should take it easy on the drinks!" Gordo tried to take away her cup but she would not hand it over.

            "Look Gordo, I need to relax and this helps. Don't take it away from me!" Miranda left and pushed her way back in the crowd. Gordo started to pour himself a drink and sat alone in the kitchen.

            The hours went by and as Alex and Lizzie came downstairs, a horrific sight met them. Miranda was up on the coffee table dancing while a crowd of guys surrounded her and cheered for more.

            "Miranda get down from there!" Lizzie shouted.

            "Why? I'm having too much fun." She shouted back.

            "Ethan is not worth this. You can't drown your sorrow this way!"

            Miranda then jumped off the table. "You think I'm doing this because of Ethan? Well, I'm not and to prove it to you I'll just leave!" with that, she stumbled out the door and to her car. Lizzie was horrified and tried to chase after her but Alex stopped her.

            "I'll get her. You stay here while I get her and take her home. It would be better if someone neutral did this." He kissed Lizzie and then ran out after Miranda.

            Lizzie looked depressed and on the verge of tears. She ran upstairs and found Parker's room. She sat in the dark and stared at the moon.

            "Lizzie?" said a voice. It was Gordo. "What's the matter?"

            "Well let's see Gordo. My best friend is trashed and is trying to leave and I can't even help her! Instead my boyfriend is trying to convince her to come back inside while I just sit here and do nothing?" Lizzie said sobbing.

            Gordo sat beside her and just as he was about to put his arms around her, Alex came bursting through the door.

            "Liz, I'm taking Miranda home. I know she is your ride and all but could you two stay here while I go home and get my car? I just don't feel right about taking a joy ride in her car, you understand?" he said.

            "Sure I do. Just be back soon." Lizzie said drying her face.

            "I'll be back as soon as possible. Watch her Gordo, ok?" Alex was out the door before Gordo could agree.

            The two of them sat in the dark in silence. Gordo now put his arms around Lizzie. She said nothing but only put her head on his shoulder.

            "Thanks for being here with me. I can always count on you." She said as she turned to face Gordo.

            "I will always be here for you." He looked deep into her eyes and leaned in for a kiss. Lizzie just gave in to the kiss, like she did when they were at her house. But this time she did not even bother to stop him. They laid back on the bed without thinking and continued to kiss.  Now what could have happened the night at Lizzie's house happened. Neither of them tried to stop it or even wanted to. It just felt too right but as it was happening, they did not even think about the fact that Alex was on his way back to the party.