Here is another chapter. It's a lot of Courtney/Craig and Emma/Sean love stuff. Like I said before, I'm a sucker for romance.
It was the next day at Degrassi and poor Emma's hickey still hadn't started to disappear. But Sean did say that he would make it up to her tonight when she and Sean doubled with Courtney and Craig. But for now, Emma and Courtney were standing by Emma's locker and talking.
Emma- Courtney!! When will this ever go away?? (she pulled down her turtleneck to show Courtney AGAIN, her hickey) I'm don't want to wear another turtleneck tonight!
Courtney- Emma, just relax. And by the way, it probably won't go away for another week. I should know...
Emma- Courtney!! (lowering her voice since people had turned to look at them) You've gotten a hickey before??
Courtney- Well, yes...but only once. With my old boyfriend, and NOT Kevin.
Emma- Oh...
Courtney then remembered something.
Courtney- So, you're sick of turtlenecks?
Emma- Yes!!
Courtney- Well, I've got an idea. (pause) Do you have a shirt on under?
Emma- Yeah...
Courtney- Well, just take off your turtleneck and wear that shirt. (pause) I've got some foundation that will cover that sucker up.
Emma- Omigod! You're a lifesaver!
Emma then went into the washroom with Courtney, took off the turtleneck that made her so hot, and Courtney carefully put foundation over the hickey. When she was done, the red spot was barely even noticeable. Now the girls were walking back to Emma's locker.
Emma- Whew! I feel so much better without that turtleneck on! I was burning up under that thing.
Courtney- (laughs) Well I'm glad I could help you out with your "problem".
Both girls started to laugh. Then, Sean and Craig came up to them.
Sean- Hey girls. (turns to Emma) Hey Emma. (pause) How's your...uh...
Emma flicks back her hair from the side of her neck where the hickey was and reveals there's no longer a trace of it.
Sean- Wow! I-It's gone.
Emma- Actually...it's not. Courtney just put make-up over it to make it less noticeable.
Sean- Well, at least you don't have to wear those turtlenecks anymore...and I don't have to hear you complain about it anymore...
Emma- Hey! (lightly punches him)
Sean- (laughs) I'm only kidding!
They both smile at each other and Sean gives her a sweet kiss.
Courtney and Craig are standing next to each other and Craig's arm is around her shoulders.
Craig- Aww...how sweet. Look at the love birds, Court!
Sean- Shut up! (punches Craig in the arm)
Both girls laugh at their boyfriends.
Craig- So, ladies, will you still be joining Sean and myself tonight, for dinner?
Emma and Courtney- Of course!
Sean- Great! We'll pick you guys up at seven.
Courtney- But I'll be at Emma's house so you don't have to go to my house.
Craig- Alright. Sounds good. (kisses Courtney) I'll see you later sweetie.
Courtney- I can't wait.
Sean- Bye Emma!
Emma- Later Sean!
Then both boys disappear down the hallway.
Emma- So, you'll be at my house, huh?
Courtney- Yeah, cause then we can help each other get ready for our "hot dates"!
Both girls laugh.
Emma- Courtney, we're really lucky ya know.
Courtney- How's that?
Emma- We have guys like Sean and Craig!
Courtney- I know, Em. I know...
Manny is sitting alone in the library when JT comes up to her. Manny sees him and looks up.
Manny- (sighs) What do you want JT?
JT- Nothing really. (pause) I just wanted to apologize...again.
Manny- JT, you already have, about a million times. Just put it to rest. (goes back to studying)
JT sighs and is about ready to leave but then he turns back around.
JT- Manny no, I have something to tell you.
He sits down on the chair beside Manny. Manny looks up at him.
Manny- Alright, spill.
JT- Okay, look. I can't stand you being mad at me. You're one of my best friends, and WERE my girlfriend. I just wish that...we could, ya know...be friends again. (pause) Manny, I lost you as a girlfriend, I don't want to lose you as a friend.
Manny just sits there for a bit, speechless. Then she finally speaks.
Manny- JT, I don't want to lose you as a friend either.
JT- Good. (pause) So, we're friends again?
Manny- Friends. (pause) And, no, we can't be girlfriend and boyfriend anymore.
JT- Damn!
Manny laughs at him.
It's now 6:55 at Emma's house and she and Courtney are waiting for the boys to pick them up. Courtney had helped Emma with her outfit and vice versa with Courtney.
Emma- I can't wait to see what the guys have planned for us!
Courtney- I know! Me either. Knowing them, it must be pretty good...
Emma- Yep...
Both girls laugh. Then, the doorbell rings.
Courtney- That must be them!!
Emma answers the door.
Emma and Courtney- Hey guys!
Sean and Craig- Hey!
Sean and Craig are just standing there, speechless.
Emma- What's wrong??
Sean- Nothing...it's just that...you look gorgeous.
Emma- Thanks! You look pretty good as well. (she gives him a quick kiss)
Craig- And Courtney...you look...hot!!
Courtney- Why thank you.
Craig- Spin around.
Courtney spins around like she used to when she modeled.
Craig- Whew!! (fans himself with his hand) Really, I mean it...you look great.
Courtney gives him a big kiss.
Emma- Well, I think we should go.
Craig- Yeah, we have reservations already set.
Courtney- Okay, let's go.
They decided to walk since it was only a few blocks away. The couples were within a few feet from each other, both talking the night away. Soon, they were at the restaurant and before you would have know it, they had finished dinner.
Emma- So now what? Should we order desert?
Sean looked at Craig. Craig knew that was the signal for him to take Courtney somewhere else for their own part of the date. The girls didn't know it but, the guys had some pretty romantic plans for each girlfriend. (We'll start with Craig and Courtney)
Craig- Come on Courtney...I want to show you something.
Courtney- Uh...alright Craig. (looks confused) See ya in a bit Em.
Emma- Bye...
Craig had taken her out by the water fountain. There were so many stars out that night and the sky looked beautiful.
Courtney- Wow, look at the sky! It's beautiful.
Craig- (looks up) Ya, it sure is. (he turns to Courtney) Hey Court...
Courtney- (looks at him) Yeah Craig?
Craig- Since they first day that I saw you, I liked you. You were unlike any girl I'd ever met. I mean, you're funny, talented, and...gorgeous...
Courtney is now blushing.
Craig- Well, I guess what I'm saying is...I-I'm glad you're my girlfriend.
Courtney- Wow, thanks Craig. I'm really glad you're my boyfriend.
They both smile and kiss. More than anything though, Craig wanted to say "I Love You" to Courtney, but he wasn't sure how she would take it. They were pretty powerful words. But Sean could say it to Emma, why couldn't he?
Craig- Well, I would really like it if you would wear this...
Craig pulls out a necklace with a diamond heart on it.
Courtney- Craig...oh..my..god...I love it! It's absolutely gorgeous!! (she looks at him) Thank you.
She smiles and kisses him. Once they back away, they pull into a tight hug. Courtney got a warm, fuzzy feeling inside and knew that Craig was the one for her. Craig also knew that Courtney was "the one" and he was hoping that sooner or later, he would be able to say those three words to her...
Emma- I wonder why they hurried away so fast.
Sean- Beats me. (pause) Emma?
Emma- (tilts her head) Sean?
Sean- (laughs) Come on now. I'm trying to be serious.
Emma- Okay, okay...
Sean- Emma...even though we've been through some hard times throughout all the years we've know each other, I now know that you're the one for me. I know we've said "I love you" many times to each other before, but this time, I really, really mean it. Emma Nelson, I love you. I'm in love with you.
Emma is almost speechless. This was a totally new side to Sean.
Emma- I love you too Sean. I don't think I could be with anyone else.
Sean- Well, I was wondering if you could wear this, along with your necklace...
He pulled out a small box with a ring inside that had a tiny diamond stud on it. Emma was thinking he was about to propose.
Emma- Oh...my...god! Sean! You know we can't get married, now!
Sean starts to laugh really hard.
Emma- Sean! What's so funny now??
Sean- Em, I'm not proposing, not for a LONG time. This...is a promise ring...that no matter what...if we're together or not...we'll always remain friends and be truthful to each other.
Emma- (gasps) Of course I'll wear it! (she puts it on her finger and gazes at it) It's beautiful Sean! I don't think I'll ever take it off!
They both smile and Sean leans in and kisses her. Soon they back away and are gazing into each other's eyes.
Emma- I love you, Sean. I really do.
Sean- I love you too.
Soon, the night was over and they were walking back to Emma and Courtney's houses. Emma and Courtney were walking behind the boys, sharing their new jewelry with each other.
Sean- Hey. The girls are happy.
Craig- Yeah they are.
Soon they came to a point where the couples exchanged good-byes and turned their separate ways. Sean walked Emma home and Craig walked Courtney home. Within ten minutes, they reached her doorstep.
Courtney- Well, Craig, I had a really good time tonight...and thanks for the necklace...it's beautiful.
Craig- You're welcome. You needed one.
Once again, they smile at each other and kiss.
Craig- Well, I'll see you tomorrow.
Courtney- See ya later.
Courtney turned around and reached into her pocket for her key. It wasn't there. She looked in the driveway and also noticed that her parent's cars weren't there. They must have gotten called into work, again, she thought.
Courtney- Craig! Wait up! (she ran to him) I've kinda got a problem. I don't have my key and uh...my parents aren't home.
Craig- That's not good. (pause) Wait, I know. You could come sleep at my house.
Courtney- Are you sure that'll be okay with Joey?
Craig- I'm sure he'll be alright with it after he hears the situation. (pause) Come on!
Courtney- Alright...
Craig and Courtney then walked to Craig's house. Once they were inside, Craig noticed Joey was sitting on the couch, watching TV with an almost sleeping Angela.
Joey- Hey Craig! You're home.
Craig- Hey Joey. Uh, listen, Courtney's got a problem.
Joey- Is she alright?
Courtney stepped out from behind Craig.
Courtney- Yeah Joey, I'm fine. It's just that...well, I forgot my key and my parents got called into work, again...so, that leaves me without a place to sleep.
Joey- Oh, that's no problem Courtney. We can spare you the sofa bed.
Courtney- Thanks Joey! You're a lifesaver. (she gives him a hug)
Joey- No problem. And besides, I'm sure Angie would enjoy the company.
Just then Angela woke up and noticed that her brother's girlfriend, Courtney was there.
Angela- Courtney!
Courtney- (reaching out her arms) Hey babe! (gives her a hug) How are you doin?
Angela- I'm good. (pause) Are you staying here tonight?
Courtney- Yeah, I sure am Ang.
Angela- Goodie! (gives Courtney another hug) I like you necklace. It's pretty.
Courtney- Thanks sweetie. You know who gave it to me?
Angela- Who?
Courtney- Craig.
Angela- He did??
Courtney- Yep.
Angela- (turns to Craig) You got a really pretty necklace for Courtney, Craig.
Craig- (smiles at Courtney) Well, she deserves one Ang.
Joey turns to Craig.
Joey- Craig man! How could you afford that?
Craig- Just money, from here and there, working odd jobs.
Joey- Good job man. (turns to Courtney) It looks beautiful on you Courtney.
Courtney- Thank you Joey.
Joey- (turns to Angie) Well, Angie, it's time for you to go up to bed.
Angela- (yawns) Okay...
Joey- Say goodnight to Craig and Courtney.
Angela- Goodnight Craig! Goodnight Courtney!
Courtney- (gives Angela a hug) Night sweetie.
Angela runs up the stairs.
Joey- Now you two better get to sleep as well. But first, let me set up the sofa bed for you Courtney.
Courtney- Thanks Joey.
In about five minutes, Joey fixed up Courtney's bed, and Courtney called her parents to tell them what happened. They said it was alright and they would see her in the morning. Courtney had just finished using the bathroom when she noticed that Craig was waving to her from his room. She walked over to his room.
Craig- I just wanted to give you a goodnight kiss.
Courtney- Oh really...(she leaned in first and gave him a long, soft kiss) How was that?
Craig- Good enough to last me to tomorrow.
Courtney laughed.
Courtney- Well, goodnight Craig.
Craig- Night Courtney.
Courtney walked downstairs and immediately fell asleep from being so tired. A few moments later though, Craig walked downstairs to see his sleeping beauty. He looked at her and then kissed her forehead.
Craig- I love you Courtney.
Another chapter done! Only one more left! Stories with Marco, Terri/Spinner, Ashley/Jimmy, Emma/Sean, and Courtney/Craig still ahead.
It was the next day at Degrassi and poor Emma's hickey still hadn't started to disappear. But Sean did say that he would make it up to her tonight when she and Sean doubled with Courtney and Craig. But for now, Emma and Courtney were standing by Emma's locker and talking.
Emma- Courtney!! When will this ever go away?? (she pulled down her turtleneck to show Courtney AGAIN, her hickey) I'm don't want to wear another turtleneck tonight!
Courtney- Emma, just relax. And by the way, it probably won't go away for another week. I should know...
Emma- Courtney!! (lowering her voice since people had turned to look at them) You've gotten a hickey before??
Courtney- Well, yes...but only once. With my old boyfriend, and NOT Kevin.
Emma- Oh...
Courtney then remembered something.
Courtney- So, you're sick of turtlenecks?
Emma- Yes!!
Courtney- Well, I've got an idea. (pause) Do you have a shirt on under?
Emma- Yeah...
Courtney- Well, just take off your turtleneck and wear that shirt. (pause) I've got some foundation that will cover that sucker up.
Emma- Omigod! You're a lifesaver!
Emma then went into the washroom with Courtney, took off the turtleneck that made her so hot, and Courtney carefully put foundation over the hickey. When she was done, the red spot was barely even noticeable. Now the girls were walking back to Emma's locker.
Emma- Whew! I feel so much better without that turtleneck on! I was burning up under that thing.
Courtney- (laughs) Well I'm glad I could help you out with your "problem".
Both girls started to laugh. Then, Sean and Craig came up to them.
Sean- Hey girls. (turns to Emma) Hey Emma. (pause) How's your...uh...
Emma flicks back her hair from the side of her neck where the hickey was and reveals there's no longer a trace of it.
Sean- Wow! I-It's gone.
Emma- Actually...it's not. Courtney just put make-up over it to make it less noticeable.
Sean- Well, at least you don't have to wear those turtlenecks anymore...and I don't have to hear you complain about it anymore...
Emma- Hey! (lightly punches him)
Sean- (laughs) I'm only kidding!
They both smile at each other and Sean gives her a sweet kiss.
Courtney and Craig are standing next to each other and Craig's arm is around her shoulders.
Craig- Aww...how sweet. Look at the love birds, Court!
Sean- Shut up! (punches Craig in the arm)
Both girls laugh at their boyfriends.
Craig- So, ladies, will you still be joining Sean and myself tonight, for dinner?
Emma and Courtney- Of course!
Sean- Great! We'll pick you guys up at seven.
Courtney- But I'll be at Emma's house so you don't have to go to my house.
Craig- Alright. Sounds good. (kisses Courtney) I'll see you later sweetie.
Courtney- I can't wait.
Sean- Bye Emma!
Emma- Later Sean!
Then both boys disappear down the hallway.
Emma- So, you'll be at my house, huh?
Courtney- Yeah, cause then we can help each other get ready for our "hot dates"!
Both girls laugh.
Emma- Courtney, we're really lucky ya know.
Courtney- How's that?
Emma- We have guys like Sean and Craig!
Courtney- I know, Em. I know...
Manny is sitting alone in the library when JT comes up to her. Manny sees him and looks up.
Manny- (sighs) What do you want JT?
JT- Nothing really. (pause) I just wanted to apologize...again.
Manny- JT, you already have, about a million times. Just put it to rest. (goes back to studying)
JT sighs and is about ready to leave but then he turns back around.
JT- Manny no, I have something to tell you.
He sits down on the chair beside Manny. Manny looks up at him.
Manny- Alright, spill.
JT- Okay, look. I can't stand you being mad at me. You're one of my best friends, and WERE my girlfriend. I just wish that...we could, ya know...be friends again. (pause) Manny, I lost you as a girlfriend, I don't want to lose you as a friend.
Manny just sits there for a bit, speechless. Then she finally speaks.
Manny- JT, I don't want to lose you as a friend either.
JT- Good. (pause) So, we're friends again?
Manny- Friends. (pause) And, no, we can't be girlfriend and boyfriend anymore.
JT- Damn!
Manny laughs at him.
It's now 6:55 at Emma's house and she and Courtney are waiting for the boys to pick them up. Courtney had helped Emma with her outfit and vice versa with Courtney.
Emma- I can't wait to see what the guys have planned for us!
Courtney- I know! Me either. Knowing them, it must be pretty good...
Emma- Yep...
Both girls laugh. Then, the doorbell rings.
Courtney- That must be them!!
Emma answers the door.
Emma and Courtney- Hey guys!
Sean and Craig- Hey!
Sean and Craig are just standing there, speechless.
Emma- What's wrong??
Sean- Nothing...it's just that...you look gorgeous.
Emma- Thanks! You look pretty good as well. (she gives him a quick kiss)
Craig- And Courtney...you look...hot!!
Courtney- Why thank you.
Craig- Spin around.
Courtney spins around like she used to when she modeled.
Craig- Whew!! (fans himself with his hand) Really, I mean it...you look great.
Courtney gives him a big kiss.
Emma- Well, I think we should go.
Craig- Yeah, we have reservations already set.
Courtney- Okay, let's go.
They decided to walk since it was only a few blocks away. The couples were within a few feet from each other, both talking the night away. Soon, they were at the restaurant and before you would have know it, they had finished dinner.
Emma- So now what? Should we order desert?
Sean looked at Craig. Craig knew that was the signal for him to take Courtney somewhere else for their own part of the date. The girls didn't know it but, the guys had some pretty romantic plans for each girlfriend. (We'll start with Craig and Courtney)
Craig- Come on Courtney...I want to show you something.
Courtney- Uh...alright Craig. (looks confused) See ya in a bit Em.
Emma- Bye...
Craig had taken her out by the water fountain. There were so many stars out that night and the sky looked beautiful.
Courtney- Wow, look at the sky! It's beautiful.
Craig- (looks up) Ya, it sure is. (he turns to Courtney) Hey Court...
Courtney- (looks at him) Yeah Craig?
Craig- Since they first day that I saw you, I liked you. You were unlike any girl I'd ever met. I mean, you're funny, talented, and...gorgeous...
Courtney is now blushing.
Craig- Well, I guess what I'm saying is...I-I'm glad you're my girlfriend.
Courtney- Wow, thanks Craig. I'm really glad you're my boyfriend.
They both smile and kiss. More than anything though, Craig wanted to say "I Love You" to Courtney, but he wasn't sure how she would take it. They were pretty powerful words. But Sean could say it to Emma, why couldn't he?
Craig- Well, I would really like it if you would wear this...
Craig pulls out a necklace with a diamond heart on it.
Courtney- Craig...oh..my..god...I love it! It's absolutely gorgeous!! (she looks at him) Thank you.
She smiles and kisses him. Once they back away, they pull into a tight hug. Courtney got a warm, fuzzy feeling inside and knew that Craig was the one for her. Craig also knew that Courtney was "the one" and he was hoping that sooner or later, he would be able to say those three words to her...
Emma- I wonder why they hurried away so fast.
Sean- Beats me. (pause) Emma?
Emma- (tilts her head) Sean?
Sean- (laughs) Come on now. I'm trying to be serious.
Emma- Okay, okay...
Sean- Emma...even though we've been through some hard times throughout all the years we've know each other, I now know that you're the one for me. I know we've said "I love you" many times to each other before, but this time, I really, really mean it. Emma Nelson, I love you. I'm in love with you.
Emma is almost speechless. This was a totally new side to Sean.
Emma- I love you too Sean. I don't think I could be with anyone else.
Sean- Well, I was wondering if you could wear this, along with your necklace...
He pulled out a small box with a ring inside that had a tiny diamond stud on it. Emma was thinking he was about to propose.
Emma- Oh...my...god! Sean! You know we can't get married, now!
Sean starts to laugh really hard.
Emma- Sean! What's so funny now??
Sean- Em, I'm not proposing, not for a LONG time. This...is a promise ring...that no matter what...if we're together or not...we'll always remain friends and be truthful to each other.
Emma- (gasps) Of course I'll wear it! (she puts it on her finger and gazes at it) It's beautiful Sean! I don't think I'll ever take it off!
They both smile and Sean leans in and kisses her. Soon they back away and are gazing into each other's eyes.
Emma- I love you, Sean. I really do.
Sean- I love you too.
Soon, the night was over and they were walking back to Emma and Courtney's houses. Emma and Courtney were walking behind the boys, sharing their new jewelry with each other.
Sean- Hey. The girls are happy.
Craig- Yeah they are.
Soon they came to a point where the couples exchanged good-byes and turned their separate ways. Sean walked Emma home and Craig walked Courtney home. Within ten minutes, they reached her doorstep.
Courtney- Well, Craig, I had a really good time tonight...and thanks for the necklace...it's beautiful.
Craig- You're welcome. You needed one.
Once again, they smile at each other and kiss.
Craig- Well, I'll see you tomorrow.
Courtney- See ya later.
Courtney turned around and reached into her pocket for her key. It wasn't there. She looked in the driveway and also noticed that her parent's cars weren't there. They must have gotten called into work, again, she thought.
Courtney- Craig! Wait up! (she ran to him) I've kinda got a problem. I don't have my key and uh...my parents aren't home.
Craig- That's not good. (pause) Wait, I know. You could come sleep at my house.
Courtney- Are you sure that'll be okay with Joey?
Craig- I'm sure he'll be alright with it after he hears the situation. (pause) Come on!
Courtney- Alright...
Craig and Courtney then walked to Craig's house. Once they were inside, Craig noticed Joey was sitting on the couch, watching TV with an almost sleeping Angela.
Joey- Hey Craig! You're home.
Craig- Hey Joey. Uh, listen, Courtney's got a problem.
Joey- Is she alright?
Courtney stepped out from behind Craig.
Courtney- Yeah Joey, I'm fine. It's just that...well, I forgot my key and my parents got called into work, again...so, that leaves me without a place to sleep.
Joey- Oh, that's no problem Courtney. We can spare you the sofa bed.
Courtney- Thanks Joey! You're a lifesaver. (she gives him a hug)
Joey- No problem. And besides, I'm sure Angie would enjoy the company.
Just then Angela woke up and noticed that her brother's girlfriend, Courtney was there.
Angela- Courtney!
Courtney- (reaching out her arms) Hey babe! (gives her a hug) How are you doin?
Angela- I'm good. (pause) Are you staying here tonight?
Courtney- Yeah, I sure am Ang.
Angela- Goodie! (gives Courtney another hug) I like you necklace. It's pretty.
Courtney- Thanks sweetie. You know who gave it to me?
Angela- Who?
Courtney- Craig.
Angela- He did??
Courtney- Yep.
Angela- (turns to Craig) You got a really pretty necklace for Courtney, Craig.
Craig- (smiles at Courtney) Well, she deserves one Ang.
Joey turns to Craig.
Joey- Craig man! How could you afford that?
Craig- Just money, from here and there, working odd jobs.
Joey- Good job man. (turns to Courtney) It looks beautiful on you Courtney.
Courtney- Thank you Joey.
Joey- (turns to Angie) Well, Angie, it's time for you to go up to bed.
Angela- (yawns) Okay...
Joey- Say goodnight to Craig and Courtney.
Angela- Goodnight Craig! Goodnight Courtney!
Courtney- (gives Angela a hug) Night sweetie.
Angela runs up the stairs.
Joey- Now you two better get to sleep as well. But first, let me set up the sofa bed for you Courtney.
Courtney- Thanks Joey.
In about five minutes, Joey fixed up Courtney's bed, and Courtney called her parents to tell them what happened. They said it was alright and they would see her in the morning. Courtney had just finished using the bathroom when she noticed that Craig was waving to her from his room. She walked over to his room.
Craig- I just wanted to give you a goodnight kiss.
Courtney- Oh really...(she leaned in first and gave him a long, soft kiss) How was that?
Craig- Good enough to last me to tomorrow.
Courtney laughed.
Courtney- Well, goodnight Craig.
Craig- Night Courtney.
Courtney walked downstairs and immediately fell asleep from being so tired. A few moments later though, Craig walked downstairs to see his sleeping beauty. He looked at her and then kissed her forehead.
Craig- I love you Courtney.
Another chapter done! Only one more left! Stories with Marco, Terri/Spinner, Ashley/Jimmy, Emma/Sean, and Courtney/Craig still ahead.