Where are we going?

The gang had been on the road for a half hour. Somewhere during that time everyone realized that things were very uncomfortable for them.

Seth was still embarrassed about trying to put the moves on Summer and failing miserable. It hadn't been the first time Seth had been turned down by a woman, but this time he couldn't escape the person he had unsuccessfully courted. Seth was also pretty steamed at the guy who flirted with him, it wasn't that he was a homophobe, but Seth was clearly not gay, he loved women.

Summer was feeling dejected and lonely. Not only had she been rejected by someone she actually cared for, but she was going crazy not being able to tell anyone. This wasn't the thing that a person like Summer shouted in the streets. She was upset and mad that someone dare reject her. Now, Summer knew that not all people wanted her, but she never met a person who wanted to be with her one moment and then completely ignored her the next. She knew that she couldn't keep this inside any longer or she would explode, but she needed just the right time to find Marissa or Alex, preferable Alex.

Alex was feeling confused and a little more than aroused. Marissa had been subtly flirting with her since the moment they stepped into the car, from light touches to caresses on her thigh, Marissa had done it all and it was driving her crazy. Alex thought back to her conversation with Seth, yes, this was indeed unfair to Aubrey.

Marissa could see that she was close to getting to Alex; she knew that Alex was close to cracking and she liked it.

Marissa slopped her hands slightly into Alex's skirt lightly caressing the insides of Alex's thighs. Marissa was getting too close for Alex's comfort.

Alex- Seth!

Alex's voice cracked and she came off sounding desperate. Marissa smirked and extracted her hand just before Summer turned around to see what was wrong.

Summer- Geez! Loud much?

Alex- I think we should stop!
Seth- Why? What's wrong?

Alex- I think we need…to EAT!

Marissa leaned in to whisper into the blonde's ear.

Marissa- Yeah, I could go for eating something hot and sweet.

Seth and Summer were unaware of what was going on right behind their backs since they had turned around before seeing Marissa's tempting of Alex.

Seth- We just ate breakfast not too long ago.

Alex- Oh yeah, sorry.

Marissa once again slipped her hand into Alex's skirt.

Alex- I feel sick!

Summer- What? Oh you better not throw up in here.

Alex- No, I won't but can I switch seats with you? I think being able to see the scenery will really help me out.

Seth- Alright just let me find a gas station to turn into.

Alex noticed that Marissa immediately retracted her hands and faced away from her. The blonde wasn't expecting this kind of reaction from the brunette.

Alex- Hey, (whispering) what's wrong?

Marissa- What do you care?

Alex- I care.

Marissa- That's why you're aching to get away from me.

Alex- I'm aching, that's why I need to get away from you. It's not fair to Aubrey. Marissa- Not fair? I can't convince you to be with me just using my personality, now that I wanna use my body, it's not fair!

Alex- I LOVE your personality. I just don't think it's fair to Aubrey for me to pay extra attention to you.

Marissa- Alex, I can't hold back, it's too hard.

Alex- You have no choice. But if it helps, I do love you.

Marissa- Then why…

Before Marissa had the chance to finish her question, the car stopped and Summer stepped out of the car.

Seth- Wait, Summer, Alex can you drive? My back is starting to cramp up. Summer, you can stay up here; I'll go to the back.

Alex- Yeah, sure.

Marissa- Come here Seth, you can lie down; put your head in my lap.

Alex smiled; Marissa was always so sweet and thoughtful. Then again, so was Aubrey. Both women were so alike, that's probably why the blonde was so confused. Both were so similar and she loved the qualities that they both contained.

Summer- So Ms. Cohen, how are you?

Alex- Fine…why?

Summer- You just looked kinda lost.

Alex- Well, you know…just thinking.

Summer- Yeah, me too.

Alex- Wow…the great Ms. Roberts thinks? I thought you were too hot for that.

Summer- See? I knew you thought I was hot.

Alex- So, what were you thinking about?

Summer knew that this was the moment she had been waiting for. The brunette threw a glance back to see Seth fast asleep, kinda drooling all over Marissa. Marissa was also asleep and listening to her ipod. 'Now or never' thought Summer.

Summer- About Aubrey.

Alex- Aubrey? Thinking about my situation too?

Summer- Something like that.

Alex- Don't worry, it'll all work itself out. And, if not, well then I've personally ruined our group of friends.

Summer- So, when did you know you liked girls?

Alex- Um…Hey! Marissa asked me that exact question earlier in the trip, later she told me she liked me. You're not gonna do that too right?

Summer- Alex, that night that I told you about our plan to get you and Coop together, I bumped into Aubrey on her way out. She seemed upset so I took her to get coffee. One thing led to another and…

Seth- I can't believe it!

Summer and Alex both looked back surprised at Seth's outburst. When they looked Seth was still asleep apparently having a dream.

Alex- So…what? You guys had sex?

Summer- No, we just kissed…a lot.

Alex- Oh. Well I guess my decision just got a lot easier.

Summer- So you're not mad?

Alex- No way, I know how easily it isn't fall for that girl. She really is great; she just sometimes gets caught up in the moment and doesn't always think things through.

Summer was crushed. Was she just some mistake to Aubrey?

Alex noticed Summer's visible deflation and added:
Alex- Who knows how Aubrey feels, I'm just saying don't get too wrapped in her yet.

Summer- Don't worry about it. She obviously already made her decision.

Alex- I wouldn't say that. Aubrey's scared of change. I'm safe and dependable. You're new to her and she just might not know what to do about it. So, she went with what she already knew. Give it time; you'll discover what's really right for you.

Summer- Thanks for the pep talk coach.

Alex- Don't worry about it. So ugh…you're ugh…

Summer- Gay? Yes.

Alex- Really, but I thought…

Summer- Yeah, I just figured that if I ignored it long enough it would go away.

Alex- Yeah, been there.

Summer- Really? You seem so confident.

Alex- Well, inside I don't feel it. I mean I couldn't come out to my parents, I hate meeting new people cuz you never know how they'll react. I didn't even tell you and Marissa.

Summer- Yeah, it is pretty scary.

Alex- Once my parents did find out I got shipped off to my grandpa's house.

Summer- Wow.

Alex- Yeah, you don't feel so confident being yourself when the two people who made you hate who you are.

Summer- I can't even imagine.

Alex- Yeah, and you won't have to, you're dad's a great guy.

Summer- Yeah he is. But, we're your family now; us, the Cohen's and Caleb, you're set.

Alex- I guess you're right.

Summer- So, what now? Do I 'come out'?

Alex- Well, first we have to get you registered, your official card should come in the mail in 2-3 weeks. Do you mind if I say I recruited you, one more person and I get the free toaster.

Summer stared at Alex with a blank, almost overwhelmed expression.

Alex- Gotcha.

Summer- Thank the Lord!

Alex- But for real, you don't have to do anything until you're ready.

Summer- I think I am. One night stands and week long secret flings just don't leave me satisfied anymore.

Alex- I understand.

Summer- I want more. I want Eskimo kisses, and to be held during really scary parts of a movie.

Alex- You'll find it, just be patient and open.

Summer- One day I'll find my Marissa or my own punk beauty.