A/N: Last chapter :( But fear not! If you want a sequel, just ask :) Anyways, this title is from 'The Real Thing' by Bo Bice. I thought it would be perfect for this one. I know most of you are wondering, why did I make a Cody/London fic? Because it was different then any other one. And because I like this pairing, and how many Cody/London fics are there? Barely any.
Mondler4EvEr- Thanks!
HP- Here's the end! Don't worry, the sequel will be up soon!
Secret Identity- I'm glad you liked it enough to add it to your C2. Don't worry, the sequel will have more Zack/Maddie.
Ghostwriter626- It's coming!
CorynTopangafan- I'm working on chapter five of the sequel now. It'll have more Zack/Maddie in it, but a lot of drama between them.
Disclaimer: I only own Luke.
Chapter Summary: It's the eve of the Spring Formal. There's major drama of all kinds! Will Maddie and Zack's plan work? What is their plan? And what's with Luke?
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"Whoa," London gasped, as she saw how many people were waiting for the elevator. She counted each of their faces. Twelve. Their was twelve people! She glanced at Maddie, who had the same look on her face.
"Stairs?" Maddie proposed. London nodded. Going down twenty-three flights of stairs in spike heels was not an easy chore. They finally reached the lobby entrance and slowly descended the stairs leading down to the lobby. They noticed Zack and Cody standing in the center, both of their mouths gaping open. All four eyes were fixed attentively on Maddie and London as they slowly sauntered over. They looked absolutely breathtaking. The chandelier lights reflected off of their glittery skin, making a sparkly illusion. Cody was so astounded, he dropped London's corsage and quickly bent over to pick it up. He gently strapped it around her wrist, leaving a tingling path on her skin.
"Thank you," she said casually, trying not to appear edgy in any way.
"Your welcome," he replied, attempting the same thing, but it didn't work for him. Zack and Maddie were staring at them both like they were crazy. Cody held out his arm for London to wrap hers around. She did so and they were on their way. The ride to the college was uneasy and quiet. Zack and Maddie were attempting to make conversation with Cody and London, but it would never last very long. When they pulled up finally, everyone filtered out of the limo. The four of them stared at the towering building. There was music blasting out of it and they could see the light from the strobe lights and colorful disco balls erupting from the gymnasium windows. They all laughed at the tackiness of it. As they entered, they saw people dancing everywhere. A few co-ed dancers were dancing a bit...inappropriately. They all tried to stifle their laughter.
"Aw! They are so cute!" They all heard a voice say. A shorter girl with chestnut brown hair ran up to them.
"Hey 'Lissa!" Maddie and London greeted her with a hug.
"Guys, this is our friend Melissa! Melissa, this is Zack and this is Cody," Maddie yelled over the music, putting prominence on who was who. Melissa shook both of their hands.
"Lon' you might wanna stay on this side of the gym. Luke is starting trouble. He's on the prowl," Melissa warned her. London looked skeptical.
"Psh, I'm not scared of hi- wait. What about the blonde? He get sick of her too?" London asked, not worrying herself about it.
"Apparently. Just watch yourself," she insisted, hugging London before running off to find another group of friends. London turned around to exchange looks with whom she had arrived, but they were all looking at her like she would snap at any second.
"I'm fine, really," she assured them. She grabbed Cody's hand unexpectedly, during a fast song.
"Come dance with me!" She giggled. Cody had no objection to this. But as soon as they got out on the dance floor, the fast song stopped and a slow song started. They stared at each other for a few seconds, while numerous couples around them joined for a slow dance.
"Did you still wanna dance?" Cody asked optimistically. London smiled slightly, and instead of answering, encircled his neck with her arms. He clumsily put his arms around her waist, and they began to sway softly to the music. Unbeknownst to London, someone was watching. And they weren't very happy with what they saw.
Meanwhile At the Refreshment Table
"He's seriously gonna tell her?" Maddie asked Zack joyfully. He nodded, munching on a potato chip. Maddie glanced out onto the dance floor at the two she'd alluded to, beaming. They weren't talking, just dancing, avoiding each other's eyes. She frowned slightly.
"When?" She asked, as the song slowly trailed off.
"I don't know," Zack mentioned, catching on to what Maddie was referring to. He decided to take it upon himself. He paced over to them, grabbed Cody by the arm and pulled him away from the dancing crowd.
"So, when are you gonna tell her?" Zack asked, not beating around the bush.
"I'm not," Cody replied, almost desolately. Zack was exasperated at this point.
"What! What happened to telling her how you feel?" He asked, annoyed.
"I changed my mind," he said, walking back to London, leaving Zack there, infuriated. Zack stomped back over to Maddie.
"So, what did he say?" She asked, urgently.
"He changed his mind. He's not gonna tell her," Zack regretfully said, heaving a sigh. Maddie groaned, and whacked herself with her palm.
"Guess we're gonna need the plan after all," Zack told her, matter-of-factly.
Meanwhile On the Dance Floor
London and Cody had finished another dance, to a fast song this time. They were having a pretty good time. That was, until London heard a familiar laugh. She instantly knew who it was, rolled her eyes, and turned around to face the culprit. It was Luke of course.
"'Sup Lon'?" He greeted her casually, not baring any scantily clad girls on his arm.
"What do you want?" She snapped, not returning the unperturbed voice.
"Just to dance with my favorite girl," he replied with a snicker, snaking over to her slowly.
"Excuse me?" She laughed, in the most un-London-ish laugh Cody had ever heard.
"You heard me. Now dump this loser. Now that I'm here, you can finally dance with who you really want to dance with," he snarled. Cody looked down at the floor. Now that Luke wanted her back, London would probably go back with him. But instead of happy, London looked incredibly livid.
"I already am," London said, keeping her composure and being completely calm. Luke threw her an angry sideways glance.
"You heard what I said," Luke said, advancing on her. But before he could get to her, Cody stepped protectively in front of her.
"And you heard what she said," he said, not backing down in the slightest. Luke scoffed to himself, for a second.
"You just made a big mistake, London," he said to her, from in front of Cody. Cody still wasn't the least bit intimidated. As Luke slowly walked away, Cody heard a sigh of relief from London. He spun around to face her.
"You okay?" He asked her. But alternatively, she wrapped her arms around him in a tight hug.
"Thanks for sticking up for me," she said into his shoulder.
"Anytime."
Meanwhile At the Refreshment Table
"Did you see that?" Maddie breathed, in disbelief. She'd just witnessed the scene that had unfolded in front of them.
"Heh. Now look at them," he said, pointing at Cody and London who were still hugging.
"Yeah, that's great. But, I think it's time for the plan," she said deviously. Zack gave her a secret nod, and checked his watch.
"Wait! I need to go back over the plan," he said neurotically. Maddie groaned.
"Why? It's the easiest plan in the world!" She exclaimed, irritated. He gave her a pouty puppy-dog look. She rolled her eyes.
"We will both go up to London and yell to her 'Cody's in love with you!'" She enlightened.
"That's kind of a dumb plan," he told her.
"It's all I could come up with!" She said, frustrated. Zack shrugged and followed her to London.
"Hey London!" They yelled to her. Cody suddenly had a bad feeling in his stomach. London turned around to face Zack and Maddie. They looked at each other nervously.
"We think Cody has something he wants to tell you," Zack blurted. Maddie looked at him angrily.
"That wasn't the plan," she growled.
"She'll probably want it to come from him," Zack whispered in response. They turned their attention back to London, who had turned around to face Cody. He looked like he had just been kicked in the stomach.
"Tell her Cody. Or we will," Maddie spoke up. She felt kind of bad for doing this to him, but they were going to show no mercy.
"What is it Cody?" London asked, not knowing what to expect. Cody sighed, and searched for the right words. He was going to kill his brother.
"Well...Um, ya see...I...I kind of...sort of," he stammered helplessly. Zack grimaced. This was like watching a car accident. Painful to watch, and yet he couldn't peel his eyes away.
"I'm...I...don't..."
"What's wrong?" London asked him, concern obvious on her face. Cody stopped talking all together at this point. He was seeking a loophole. Some way out of this, but he knew there wasn't one. If he didn't tell her, Maddie and Zack would.
"Co-" But she was cut off.
"I'm in love with you, okay! Not the stupid little kid crush, either! I mean the full-blown, I-want-to-spend-the-rest-of-my-life-with-you love! And I know you don't feel the same way! I don't even see why I had to tell you! What did that achieve!" He yelled. He yelled it so loud, everyone in the gym heard him, and was now looking at him. London looked the most incredulous. Her eyes were as wide as fifty-cent pieces. Then she looked almost upset. She grabbed his arm roughly and pulled him away from the staring crowd, the shocked Maddie and Zack, and the confused DJ. She pulled him all the way to an isolated hallway. Cody looked fearful. He figured he'd better explain himself properly.
"London, I-" He began, but his lips were soon tied up. London had kissed him! It wasn't a full, rough kiss either. It was the softest, lightest, most wonderful thing he'd ever felt. Her lips almost seemed weightless. He almost felt like he was flying. It only lasted for a few seconds, but to him, it was eternity. And still, even though it lasted forever, it ended too soon for him.
"What was that for?" He asked stupidly. He could barely speak, for her kiss had drained his voice. Her cheeks had become extremely flushed again. She felt like she had a fever. And yet she was so cold. But, she smiled light-heartedly at him.
"Because I do feel the same way," she told him honestly, her heart beating rapidly. Cody was completely dumbfounded.
"You do?" He stuttered.
"I love you, Cody. And I always will," she stated softly, through tear-packed eyes. Tears that were threatening to overflow. In shock's place, Cody felt unbelievably happy. It didn't surprise him or even confuse him to hear those words. He'd just anticipated them for so long. Now, it was his turn to kiss her. He slowly leaned in, feeling her breath on his face. Their lips linked together for a few more seconds. It was even better a second time, Cody thought. As they pulled apart, London grabbed Cody's hand. As she did, memories of when their hands were glued together surfaced in her mind. And when she thought of that, she thought of the hospital. Now she knew for sure that he felt the same way about her.
"You still owe me a dance," she whispered in his ear. She slowly led him back to the dwindling dance floor for one last dance before the night ended.
A/N: I can't believe that's the end. sob I think that was the perfect way to end it! Well, anyway, I'm working on a sequel, so don't fret! Ciao!