A/N: It's good to know one person is reading the story. I mean as long as one person reads it, its worth it to me. I know sometimes I may say something different but its not true. Knowing at least one person reads this story makes me feel good.
The upcoming chapters are going to skip around senior year and the main events that affect everyone. It will be mainly Lizzie and Gordo focused but most others will be involved.
Disclaimer: I do not own Lizzie McGuire
Chapter Seven
Homecoming Night Part Two
"You heard me," Lizzie said, rolling her eyes, "What have I gotten myself into?"
"Yeah," Gordo said, "And how do you are going to get out of it?"
"I don't know," Lizzie said, "maybe we won't win."
Gordo nodded, "Yeah, maybe we won't. But what about the other part?" he asked nervously.
"What other part?"
"The part where everyone thinks we are. . .you know, a couple?"
Lizzie laughed at herself, but the laugh was more pitiful than it was confidant, "I don't know. I guess we should tell everyone the truth," Lizzie sighed, "Oh well! It was fun while it lasted, Gordo. We have gone from being the most loved couple in the school to the biggest liars ever."
"Yeah," Gordo said, sad that this wasn't the truth, "it was fun while it lasted."
"Ladies and gentlemen," the were interrupted by someone on a microphone, "If we may have your attention please, we would like to announce the Homecoming King and Queen for the class of 2007."
The whole place quieted down while the music was turned off. Everyone looked up at the stage, where two juniors, a male and a female were standing there with envelopes. Lizzie looked at Gordo who save a small smile. In response to the tension, Lizzie shut her eyes tightly.
The female junior smiled and looked down as the male junior opened the envelope and they looked at each other and smiled, "Ladies and gentlemen, the 2006 Homecoming Queen this year is Lizzie McGuire!"
Lizzie heard her name and slowly opened her eyes to see everyone staring at her and clapping. She looked at Gordo who was looking back at her, smiling sympathetically. He hadn't been prepared for this, but he wasn't exactly disappointed. Lizzie walked up slowly to the stage and looked at the two juniors. The female put a sash on her and handed her flowers as the male placed a crown on her forehead. It wasn't until the female whispered, "smile," to her that she remembered that they still had to announce the king. A photographer took a few pictures and the juniors waited for the auditorium to quiet down before they went on. The auditorium was finally quiet again, minus a few murmers.
"And now for the King," the male junior said and he paused while the female opened the envelope. Lizzie looked down at the crowd for Gordo, and spotted him looking up at her, nervous
"And the 2006 Homecoming King is David Gordon!" the girl said and she waited for him to come up on stage. Matt was right after all, Lizzie thought, everyone did think that they were the cutest couple. Now all she had to do was correct them and tell them the truth. She could hardly stand to watch as Gordo walked up on the stage to join her.
Lizzie also couldn't watch as the girl put a crown on his head. She just looked down at the ground, trying to keep herself from crying.
"And now, the new King and Queen will share a dance," the junior male said.
Lizzie looked up at Gordo and Gordo offered Lizzie her hand and she took it. Gordo led Lizzie down below the stage. People formed a circle around the couple and watched as the two danced to the slow music.
Gordo placed his hands on her waist, and Lizzie wrapped her arms around his neck as they danced to "This I Promise You."
Lizzie was so filled up with emotions while they danced that she pulled him closer to lean on his shoulder for support, "I'm sorry, Gordo," she whispered.
"Don't worry about it," Gordo said back, "It wasn't as bad as I expected it to be."
"No, I mean for making you lie like this. Now everyone thinks we are dating," Lizzie said, as tears steamed down her face.
"You can still tell everyone the truth," Gordo said.
"No," Lizzie said, "I really don't think I can face the humiliation." Lizzie started crying harder.
"Okay," Gordo said, "Well, we will figure this out. Don't worry. For now, let's just dance."
Lizzie could hardly believe what she was hearing. Gordo was being so cool about the situation, and here she was, acting nervous and worried about everything. The weird thing was, she wasn't worried about what others would think as much as what Gordo would think. Sure, this was a lie that she was going along with, but what about Gordo? This lie could potentially ruin the rest of Gordo's high school career. If people think they are boyfriend and girlfriend, that means they either have to plan a break up or go to every social event together. It was a sacrifice Lizzie was willing to make, but what about Gordo? Didn't he want to have his own senior year?
Just as the song was about to end, Lizzie spoke up, "Gordo, I think we have to stage a break up."
"Now?!" Gordo asked.
"No! Of course not! But, don't you want to have your own senior year, free to date anyone you want and not feel an obligation to be with me all the time?"
Gordo smiled, knowing that he had to tell her he liked her before he lost his chance "Actually, this is exactly what I want."
"You really want to be living a lie?" Lizzie asked. She didn't understand what he meant.
"Well, no," Gordo said, taking in a deep breath, "But I don't want to break up with you without having a chance with you first."
"Gordo, what are you trying to say?" Lizzie asked, just as the music stopped.
Everyone clapped and cheered for the couple as they didn't move. A few boys in the back yelled, "Kiss her!"
Gordo looked into Lizzie's eyes and started to lean in. Lizzie leaned in as well, and pretty soon, Lizzie and Gordo were sharing a kiss. It was short, but sweet. As soon as they pulled away, Gordo whispered, "That is exactly what I am trying to say."
Lizzie gazed up at Gordo speechless and somewhat confused, "Gordo. . ."she said, "Are you saying we should actually start dating each other?"
Gordo nodded his head, "Yeah, I guess that is the general idea. What do you think?"
Lizzie slowly started to smile, "Gordo, I never thought you'd ask," she smiled and pulled him in for another kiss, this time a little longer. They didn't have to lie anymore. What thy both secretly wanted was finally happening.
At this point, other music was playing and the attention was off of them. After a series of short kisses while they danced, they were interrupted when Miranda ran over to them, Larry tagging along behind her, "You guys! How long were you planning on keeping this all a secret?"
Lizzie and Gordo exchanged smiles, "I guess until someone bothered to find out," Lizzie said.
"So I guess the other day when I asked you if this was a date, I wasn't jumping to conclusions!" Miranda said, "I knew it! I knew this would happen sooner or later! Oh Lizzie! I am so happy for you! You too, Gordo!" she said, hugging Lizzie tightly.
Gordo smiled as he watched what was going on. He was finally living his dream. It was surreal, but it felt great.
"Hey!" Miranda said, "Maybe you, Gordo, Larry, and I can go on a double date sometime!"
"Yeah!" Larry agreed, "That's a great idea!"
Lizzie and Gordo looked at each other, "Yeah, okay," Lizzie said, "We'll figure something out."
After a few more minutes of hanging out, Gordo asked Lizzie to dance, and she agreed. The new couple danced, exchanging a few chaste kisses every once in a while. At one point Kate walked by, looked at Lizzie and Gordo and bitterly said, "God! Can't you two get a room or something?"
"You know," Gordo said, as soon as Kate was out of ear shot, "I never thought anyone would say that to me."
Lizzie smiled and kissed him on the cheek, "Me neither. From Kate, no less. She's the one who is always all over Ethan."
The two danced for a few more minutes, until Matt came over to them, "Um, Lizzie? Mom is outside and she heard you were the Homecoming Queen. She wants me to congratulate you and tell you that for tonight only, you do not have a curfew. She trusts you and Gordo."
Lizzie smiled, "Thanks, Matt."
Matt looked over Lizzie and Gordo before he left, "Are you sure you two aren't dating?"
"Goodnight, Matt!" Lizzie said. Matt shook his head and walked away.
Lizzie then turned her attention to Gordo, "Did your parents give you a curfew?"
Gordo shook his head, "Nope. They were so happy that I was out doing something, they forgot to give me any rules."
Lizzie laughed, "Well, that's good. Now we can do whatever we want."
"What do you have in mind?" Gordo asked.
Lizzie shrugged, "I don't care. As long as it's with you, I'm good."
Gordo smiled, "I have an idea."
"You do?"
"Yeah, let's go," he said, taking Lizzie's hand and leading her out of the auditorium and out to his car. He opened the passenger door for her and she climbed in and he got in the driver's seat.
"Where are we going?"
Gordo looked over at Lizzie and smiled, "It's a secret."
Lizzie looked upset, "Come on! Haven't we had enough secrets for one night?"
Gordo rolled his eyes, "You'll find out soon, McGuire. Just calm down."
Gordo drove for about twenty minutes until he finally stopped. Lizzie looked around, and all she saw were woods, "Should I be worried?"
Gordo shook his head, "No, not unless you are afraid of the dark." He turned the car off and undid his seatbelt.
"Where are we going?"
"Right here," he said and he pointed out his window, "Look up there!"
Lizzie looked up and saw a bunch of stars in the dark blue sky, "Wow! It's so clear up there."
"I know. I go up here a lot when I need to think."
"What do you think about?"
Gordo looked at Lizzie and blushed, "Well, I guess mostly about love and friendships and stuff."
Lizzie smiled, "That's cool. Do you think about anyone in particular?"
Gordo blushed, "Lizzie, I think its about time you know this about me: I think about you all the time. I have liked you for many years now, and whenever I needed to think about it, I always went here."
"Wow. You've liked me for years?"
Gordo nodded, "You have no idea how happy I feel right now."
Lizzie smiled, putting her hand on his shoulder, "Not half as happy as I feel right now."
Gordo looked over at Lizzie, "I can't believe this is happening."
"What do you mean?"
"Well," Gordo started, "If you've waited as long as I have for this, when it finally happens, it seems so incredible and so wonderful."
Lizzie smiled, "I will second that."
Lizzie and Gordo spent the rest of the night in the car near the woods. They spent most of the time talking , but eventually they both fell asleep in their own seats.
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A/N: Please review and tell me what you think! Next chapter should take place a few months after this one takes place.
The upcoming chapters are going to skip around senior year and the main events that affect everyone. It will be mainly Lizzie and Gordo focused but most others will be involved.
Disclaimer: I do not own Lizzie McGuire
Chapter Seven
Homecoming Night Part Two
"You heard me," Lizzie said, rolling her eyes, "What have I gotten myself into?"
"Yeah," Gordo said, "And how do you are going to get out of it?"
"I don't know," Lizzie said, "maybe we won't win."
Gordo nodded, "Yeah, maybe we won't. But what about the other part?" he asked nervously.
"What other part?"
"The part where everyone thinks we are. . .you know, a couple?"
Lizzie laughed at herself, but the laugh was more pitiful than it was confidant, "I don't know. I guess we should tell everyone the truth," Lizzie sighed, "Oh well! It was fun while it lasted, Gordo. We have gone from being the most loved couple in the school to the biggest liars ever."
"Yeah," Gordo said, sad that this wasn't the truth, "it was fun while it lasted."
"Ladies and gentlemen," the were interrupted by someone on a microphone, "If we may have your attention please, we would like to announce the Homecoming King and Queen for the class of 2007."
The whole place quieted down while the music was turned off. Everyone looked up at the stage, where two juniors, a male and a female were standing there with envelopes. Lizzie looked at Gordo who save a small smile. In response to the tension, Lizzie shut her eyes tightly.
The female junior smiled and looked down as the male junior opened the envelope and they looked at each other and smiled, "Ladies and gentlemen, the 2006 Homecoming Queen this year is Lizzie McGuire!"
Lizzie heard her name and slowly opened her eyes to see everyone staring at her and clapping. She looked at Gordo who was looking back at her, smiling sympathetically. He hadn't been prepared for this, but he wasn't exactly disappointed. Lizzie walked up slowly to the stage and looked at the two juniors. The female put a sash on her and handed her flowers as the male placed a crown on her forehead. It wasn't until the female whispered, "smile," to her that she remembered that they still had to announce the king. A photographer took a few pictures and the juniors waited for the auditorium to quiet down before they went on. The auditorium was finally quiet again, minus a few murmers.
"And now for the King," the male junior said and he paused while the female opened the envelope. Lizzie looked down at the crowd for Gordo, and spotted him looking up at her, nervous
"And the 2006 Homecoming King is David Gordon!" the girl said and she waited for him to come up on stage. Matt was right after all, Lizzie thought, everyone did think that they were the cutest couple. Now all she had to do was correct them and tell them the truth. She could hardly stand to watch as Gordo walked up on the stage to join her.
Lizzie also couldn't watch as the girl put a crown on his head. She just looked down at the ground, trying to keep herself from crying.
"And now, the new King and Queen will share a dance," the junior male said.
Lizzie looked up at Gordo and Gordo offered Lizzie her hand and she took it. Gordo led Lizzie down below the stage. People formed a circle around the couple and watched as the two danced to the slow music.
Gordo placed his hands on her waist, and Lizzie wrapped her arms around his neck as they danced to "This I Promise You."
Lizzie was so filled up with emotions while they danced that she pulled him closer to lean on his shoulder for support, "I'm sorry, Gordo," she whispered.
"Don't worry about it," Gordo said back, "It wasn't as bad as I expected it to be."
"No, I mean for making you lie like this. Now everyone thinks we are dating," Lizzie said, as tears steamed down her face.
"You can still tell everyone the truth," Gordo said.
"No," Lizzie said, "I really don't think I can face the humiliation." Lizzie started crying harder.
"Okay," Gordo said, "Well, we will figure this out. Don't worry. For now, let's just dance."
Lizzie could hardly believe what she was hearing. Gordo was being so cool about the situation, and here she was, acting nervous and worried about everything. The weird thing was, she wasn't worried about what others would think as much as what Gordo would think. Sure, this was a lie that she was going along with, but what about Gordo? This lie could potentially ruin the rest of Gordo's high school career. If people think they are boyfriend and girlfriend, that means they either have to plan a break up or go to every social event together. It was a sacrifice Lizzie was willing to make, but what about Gordo? Didn't he want to have his own senior year?
Just as the song was about to end, Lizzie spoke up, "Gordo, I think we have to stage a break up."
"Now?!" Gordo asked.
"No! Of course not! But, don't you want to have your own senior year, free to date anyone you want and not feel an obligation to be with me all the time?"
Gordo smiled, knowing that he had to tell her he liked her before he lost his chance "Actually, this is exactly what I want."
"You really want to be living a lie?" Lizzie asked. She didn't understand what he meant.
"Well, no," Gordo said, taking in a deep breath, "But I don't want to break up with you without having a chance with you first."
"Gordo, what are you trying to say?" Lizzie asked, just as the music stopped.
Everyone clapped and cheered for the couple as they didn't move. A few boys in the back yelled, "Kiss her!"
Gordo looked into Lizzie's eyes and started to lean in. Lizzie leaned in as well, and pretty soon, Lizzie and Gordo were sharing a kiss. It was short, but sweet. As soon as they pulled away, Gordo whispered, "That is exactly what I am trying to say."
Lizzie gazed up at Gordo speechless and somewhat confused, "Gordo. . ."she said, "Are you saying we should actually start dating each other?"
Gordo nodded his head, "Yeah, I guess that is the general idea. What do you think?"
Lizzie slowly started to smile, "Gordo, I never thought you'd ask," she smiled and pulled him in for another kiss, this time a little longer. They didn't have to lie anymore. What thy both secretly wanted was finally happening.
At this point, other music was playing and the attention was off of them. After a series of short kisses while they danced, they were interrupted when Miranda ran over to them, Larry tagging along behind her, "You guys! How long were you planning on keeping this all a secret?"
Lizzie and Gordo exchanged smiles, "I guess until someone bothered to find out," Lizzie said.
"So I guess the other day when I asked you if this was a date, I wasn't jumping to conclusions!" Miranda said, "I knew it! I knew this would happen sooner or later! Oh Lizzie! I am so happy for you! You too, Gordo!" she said, hugging Lizzie tightly.
Gordo smiled as he watched what was going on. He was finally living his dream. It was surreal, but it felt great.
"Hey!" Miranda said, "Maybe you, Gordo, Larry, and I can go on a double date sometime!"
"Yeah!" Larry agreed, "That's a great idea!"
Lizzie and Gordo looked at each other, "Yeah, okay," Lizzie said, "We'll figure something out."
After a few more minutes of hanging out, Gordo asked Lizzie to dance, and she agreed. The new couple danced, exchanging a few chaste kisses every once in a while. At one point Kate walked by, looked at Lizzie and Gordo and bitterly said, "God! Can't you two get a room or something?"
"You know," Gordo said, as soon as Kate was out of ear shot, "I never thought anyone would say that to me."
Lizzie smiled and kissed him on the cheek, "Me neither. From Kate, no less. She's the one who is always all over Ethan."
The two danced for a few more minutes, until Matt came over to them, "Um, Lizzie? Mom is outside and she heard you were the Homecoming Queen. She wants me to congratulate you and tell you that for tonight only, you do not have a curfew. She trusts you and Gordo."
Lizzie smiled, "Thanks, Matt."
Matt looked over Lizzie and Gordo before he left, "Are you sure you two aren't dating?"
"Goodnight, Matt!" Lizzie said. Matt shook his head and walked away.
Lizzie then turned her attention to Gordo, "Did your parents give you a curfew?"
Gordo shook his head, "Nope. They were so happy that I was out doing something, they forgot to give me any rules."
Lizzie laughed, "Well, that's good. Now we can do whatever we want."
"What do you have in mind?" Gordo asked.
Lizzie shrugged, "I don't care. As long as it's with you, I'm good."
Gordo smiled, "I have an idea."
"You do?"
"Yeah, let's go," he said, taking Lizzie's hand and leading her out of the auditorium and out to his car. He opened the passenger door for her and she climbed in and he got in the driver's seat.
"Where are we going?"
Gordo looked over at Lizzie and smiled, "It's a secret."
Lizzie looked upset, "Come on! Haven't we had enough secrets for one night?"
Gordo rolled his eyes, "You'll find out soon, McGuire. Just calm down."
Gordo drove for about twenty minutes until he finally stopped. Lizzie looked around, and all she saw were woods, "Should I be worried?"
Gordo shook his head, "No, not unless you are afraid of the dark." He turned the car off and undid his seatbelt.
"Where are we going?"
"Right here," he said and he pointed out his window, "Look up there!"
Lizzie looked up and saw a bunch of stars in the dark blue sky, "Wow! It's so clear up there."
"I know. I go up here a lot when I need to think."
"What do you think about?"
Gordo looked at Lizzie and blushed, "Well, I guess mostly about love and friendships and stuff."
Lizzie smiled, "That's cool. Do you think about anyone in particular?"
Gordo blushed, "Lizzie, I think its about time you know this about me: I think about you all the time. I have liked you for many years now, and whenever I needed to think about it, I always went here."
"Wow. You've liked me for years?"
Gordo nodded, "You have no idea how happy I feel right now."
Lizzie smiled, putting her hand on his shoulder, "Not half as happy as I feel right now."
Gordo looked over at Lizzie, "I can't believe this is happening."
"What do you mean?"
"Well," Gordo started, "If you've waited as long as I have for this, when it finally happens, it seems so incredible and so wonderful."
Lizzie smiled, "I will second that."
Lizzie and Gordo spent the rest of the night in the car near the woods. They spent most of the time talking , but eventually they both fell asleep in their own seats.
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A/N: Please review and tell me what you think! Next chapter should take place a few months after this one takes place.