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Chapter 7: I Love You

Lizzie was startled when she realized that her best friend was kissing her. But by the time she had gotten over it and started to relax he pulled away. She knew what she needed and wanted to do.

L: (Whispering)

And just as she began to lean in to kiss him back the lights turned back on. She hadn't even gotten far enough so that he noticed.

GT: Well, I guess that's it. She obviously doesn't feel the same way. She seemed really startled when she said my name. I guess I should just pretend it didn't happen unless she brings it up. Now I know at least, maybe now I can start to get over this. I gotta try to not let this hurt, I have to just think about getting over it and not about the pain.

G: Well, let's get that movie and go home, huh?

L: Uh, yeah, ok.

They rented the movie and drove home without so much as word. Finally Gordo pulled up in front of their homes.

L: I'm gonna go tell my parents what's going on and then I'll be right over.

G: Ok, I'll get my room ready and make popcorn then.

Lizzie went up her walkway and into her house.

L: Mom? Dad? I'm going over to Gordo's to watch a movie, ok? I'll be back later.

She went up to her room and changed into flannel pajama pants and a tank top to match. Meanwhile, Gordo entered his house to once again find it uninhabited. He went into the kitchen to find a note.

David, your father and I have been called away to Sacramento for business. We'll be back for Christmas though. We know you'll be fine. Love you.
Mom

GT: House to myself. Sweet.

Gordo put a bag of popcorn in the microwave and run up to his room. He quickly threw some clothes that were on the floor in his closet and made his bed. By then the microwave was beeping so he ran back downstairs and took the popcorn out and poured it in a bowl. He took this upstairs and set it down on his desk. Then he sat down on his bed to wait for Lizzie. Less than two minutes later he heard her knocking on his balcony door. He got up and went to the door to let her in. He opened the door and then walked towards his tv.

G: Well, I guess we should start the movie.

L: (As she walked in and shut the door) Yeah, sure.

Gordo put the movie in, picked up the remote, stood up and turned around to face Lizzie. He had intended to sit down and press play but he got lost staring at Lizzie while she did the same to him. They each took a slow, unsure step towards each other. Before they knew what was happening, they were right up against each other and kissing passionately. Then suddenly Lizzie pulled away.

L: (Shakily) I have to...I gotta go.

Lizzie walked towards the door and was still facing her room when Gordo spoke.

G: Lizzie, wait, what just happened? I can tell I startled you so I guess I'm sorry, but before you go I need you to know that I love you and I have been wanting to do that for longer than I can remember.

Lizzie turned around slowly.

L: God, I'm so confused. A part of me really wants this, but another part is telling me that this is wrong. You're my best friend, I shouldn't be kissing you or even be thinking about you this way. I'm sorry Gordo, I just can't do this.

G: (Getting slightly angry) Lizzie, how is this wrong? It felt right to me and you can't tell me it didn't feel right to you. I was there, I felt your passion. Please don't push me away like this. Give this a chance. Give me a chance.

L: (Also getting quite angry) Gordo, don't you get it? It can't work. We'll just end up hurting each other and I don't think I could bear to lose you. These feelings will eventually go away. If we get together then eventually when they do we'll hurt each other and lose each other. But if we just stay friends and suppress these feelings then when they go away we'll have lost nothing.

G: Yes, we may end up losing each other. But how can you this throw away without knowing for sure? Instead of saving us from pain, you're trying to keep what is good enough. Why can't you take a chance on something that might be great? I don't think I can suppress these feelings anymore. I can't do this anymore either, I can't sit here and wait for you to love me like I love you. By saving yourself from losing me later you just lost me now.

L: (Practically in tears) Gordo, I...I.

G: Save it. Just go.

Lizzie turned back around and walked toward the door. Right before she shut the door she looked over her shoulder at Gordo and whispered, I'm sorry.

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