Notes: I don't own the song 'Stuck', sung by Stacie Orrico. It belongs to whoever wrote it. It's so sad though, the story's almost over. I'll try to add a few more chapters though so it won't end too fast. Besides, I couldn't leave everybody hanging with an ending like the last one before I left tomorrow. I still have to work on my photography project this week, so I wouldn't have much time to update if I wanted to tomorrow.
Oh, some of the dance scenes with my character actually happened at Snowball, so don't think everything is just made up to make the story better or that I'm being over-dramatic or anything. The last scene really happened.

Shout-Outs:

NadaZimri – Hey, thanks for all of your help. I really appreciated it. I loved the other song you suggested when I read the lyrics, but since I didn't know the tune, I couldn't use it. Thanks anyway though.

Repeat – Sorry, I just love cliffhangers. I try to put one at the end of each chapter if possible. Hope you forgive me because I did decide to post this before I leave...on a trip I don't even want to go on. Even though I might find some pictures for my project. Yeah, I like Robin too. She's cool.

GeometryGal – I would start my own strike, except that I don't think anyone else knows about 'Newsies'. Oh, I was so excited when my friend told me that her choir class was watching it. Now, she's not so confused when I go on and on about Mush. She actually knows who he is.

Jocelyn Padoga – Yes, I'm the Queen of Cliffhangers! If you thought this was bad, you should really read some of my mystery stories. Almost every chapter ends in a cliffhanger. I love the things, it keeps the readers interested and wanting more. I think he's planning on taking me to see the new Scooby-Doo movie for my b-day. I love Scooby, so it works out. Besides, I can't really stay out late on my b-day because I have to take the SAT the next day. Maybe he'll plan something for Saturday afternoon instead. No offense or anything, but I can't stand Orlando Bloom. Don't hit me with a stick!(sorry, Monkee moment; Davy Jones!!!)

Wisecracker88 – Your wish has been granted. Hope you like the scene. I'm only good at romantic scenes, because I'm weird that way. Actually, even though I don't show it sometimes, I'm a hopeless romantic. I have an overactive imagination when it comes to romance. I guess it helps with this story.

The Way You Look Tonight

I sighed as I glanced out from behind stage. The audience was packed. It was obvious that everyone was ready for the special show to start. If only that big show didn't involve me. Luckily, it was one show and then my job was over for the day. Medda had asked the pianist to play so everyone could dance and have a little fun. Glancing over at Snow, I realized that she didn't seem a bit nervous, "Lucky," I muttered.

"And now," I heard Medda announce, "I'd like to introduce our next act. These two have worked for a week to bring you this show especially for your enjoyment. One of them is a newcomer to the stage. I am pleased to present...Snow and Alaska!" Thunderous applause came from the audience.

Taking my cue, I followed after Snow onto the stage, ignoring my nervousness for a while. We started out with kicks to cue them to start the music as well as to get the audience's attention. The music started almost immediately and we got straight to work. Snow started off the act.

I was a step ahead and timed the moves perfectly to the music. I tried not to concentrate on the audience as I aimed spins, kicks, and punches. I joined after the fourth verse, singing background.

I can't get out of bed today
Or get you off my mind
I just can't seem to find a way
To leave the love behind

I ain't trippin
I'm just missing (you)
You know what I'm saying
You know what I mean

I glanced around at the crowd, spotting the newsies sitting close to the front. I had noticed that they had gotten there a little earlier than most. I quickly glanced away, knowing that I couldn't allow myself to become distracted.

You kept me hanging on a string
While you made me cry
I tried to give you everything
But you just gave me lies

I ain't trippin
I'm just missing (you)
You know what I'm saying
You know what I mean (yeah)

Every now and then

When I'm all alone
I be wishing you will call me on the telephone
Say you want me back
But you never do
I feel like such a fool
There's nothing I can do..
I'm such a fool
For you

I can't take it
what am I waiting for?
my hearts still breaking
I miss you even more
And I can't fake it
The way I could before
I hate you, but I love you
I can't stop thinking of you!
It's true
I'm stuck on you

Hearing my cue, I immediately started singing. I barely paid attention to anything around me as my voice filled the room.

Now love's a broken record that's
Been skipping in my head
I keep singing yesterday
Why we got to play these games we play?

I ain't trippin
I'm just missing (you)
You know what I'm saying
You know what I mean (yeah)

Every now and then
When I'm all alone
I be wishing you would call me on the telephone
Say you want me back
But you never do
I feel like such a fool

I can't take it
what am I waiting for?
My hearts still breaking
I miss you even more
And I can't fake it
The way I could before
I hate you, but I love you
I can't stop thinking of you!
It's true
I'm stuck on you (yoooh-oooh-ooh yeah yeah)

Snow joined me in singing at this point.

Every now and then
When I'm all alone
I be wishing you would call me on the tel-e-phone
Say you want me back
But you never do
I feel like such a fool
There's nothing I can do..
I'm such a fool
For you

I can't take it
what am I waiting for?
my hearts still breaking
I miss you even more
And I can't fake it
The way I could before
I hate you, but I love you
I can't stop thinking of you-
I hate you, but I love you
I can't stop thinking of you
(don't know what to do)
I'm stuck on you

As we ended the song, I was startled by the sound of applause. It seemed to come from everywhere, echoing off the walls of the building. Everyone gave the act a standing ovation. I glanced over at Snow, who was smiling widely at the audience. It took me a moment to notice that I was doing the same thing. We took our bows and exited off stage.

"What do you do now," I asked Snow.

"Join the party," Snow replied, "Medda said that we could wear the oufits if we wanted to." I thought for a moment before deciding to keep the outfit on. I didn't want to find another outfit. Besides, I already had all the makeup on and everything.

"All right," I answered, "Are these parties any fun?" She glanced over at me like I was crazy.

"Medda's parties are the best," she told me, "Of course, her parties are the only ones I ever go to." I followed her out to the stage again, which was now covered with people dancing. I had to laugh at a few people's dance techniques. When one of the guys spotted us, everyone ran over.

"You two were great," Blink exclaimed, even though I know he was mainly talking to Snow. He turned to me, "I didn't know you could sing."

"Neither did I," I admitted, "Or that I could dance either." This caused a few of them to laugh before they all went to dance.

"Hey Alaska," a voice called out. I turned quickly to find that it was Dutchy "Is Medda back there?"

"She should be," I replied. I suddenly noticed the younger girl by his side.

"Could you take her back to see Medda," he asked, motioning to the girl, "This is Robin, my baby sister." Robin scowled a little at the nickname.

"I'll take her back," I promised and Dutchy went to talk to his friends. I led her through the backstage and up the stairs to Medda's room. I knocked quietly on the door, entering when I was told to, "You have a visitor."

Medda came to the door, smiling when she saw Robin there, "It's been forever since I've seen you! Look how much you've grown." She paused, "I have something for you." Robin's face lit up when she heard this.

"Really," Robin asked. Medda nodded and went to get something. She
came back holding a small dress, blue and a small amount of lace.

"They accidentally gave us a dress a few sizes too small," Medda explained, "Instead of giving it back, I figured you might like it. Go try it on." Robin excitedly went to do just that.

"I'm gonna go now," I told Medda, figuring that she wanted to spend some time with Robin, since it was obvious that they didn't see each other much.

"Have fun," Medda told me, "Get on the dance floor at least once." I walked away quickly, heading back to the party.

Swoosh looked around at all her friends. Most everyone seemed to be paired off with someone...except her. Dreamer was dancing a little distance away with Spot. Ears was with Bumlets, Sparks with Skittery and so on. Even Jinx was dancing with Specs and Scout had managed to get one of the guys to dance. Swoosh thought about whether or not she should just go and dance by herself. Still, she knew that it was more fun to dance with a partner than by herself. She sighed as a slow song started up. Now, this was definitely a dance she couldn't do alone.

"Hi," a quiet voice said from beside her. She jumped a little and then turned to face the source of the voice.

"Hey Snitch," she greeted him, "Why aren't you dancing with someone?" Snitch looked away for a second. Was Swoosh seeing things or was he blushing?

"Actually," he started, "I was wondering...if you'd like to dance with me." He said this last part so fast, that Swoosh almost thought she'd imagined it, "I mean, you don't have to if you don't want..." He trailed off, as if scared of her answer.

"Sure," she answered simply, although inside she was glad that he had asked. Snitch smiled as he led them onto the dance floor.

I came back when another fast song started up. Not feeling up to dancing to the fast beat, I sat on the side and watched everyone else have fun. I spotted Swoosh and Snitch dancing a few feet away. Glancing around though, I didn't see Mush anywhere. I sighed, knowing that I would have to talk to him eventually.

"Alaska," a voice called and then I spotted Mush heading in my direction. He came up and sat down beside me, "Where were you?"

"I had to do something," I answered vaguely. I found that I couldn't look at him for very long. I was about to tell him something when he interrupted.

"You look beautiful tonight," he said quickly, "I liked the act."

"Thanks," I replied, looking down and knowing that I was blushing. No guy had ever told me that I was beautiful before. It was all new to me. I looked up as the beat changed and slowed down.

"Do you wanna dance," he asked. I stood up and he led me to a clear area. At least this way I would be doing what Medda told me. Though I would have danced with Mush even if Medda had forbid me from dancing with any guys.

For a minute we stood there, not really knowing what to do. Then he slowly placed his hands on my waist. I could feel him shaking slightly from nervousness. I brought my hands up around his neck.

For a while, I couldn't look at him, not quite sure what to do while actually dancing. When I did look up at him though, he was staring at me, not daring to look at anything else. I felt myself drawn to his eyes and not wanting to look away. After a few moments of this, he leaned forward slowly and kissed me. It was better than I had ever imagined. I immediately found myself smiling. I had always figured I'd get my first kiss much later, like in my 30s or something. Apparently, I was wrong.