a/n-i like this chapter too (maybe becuz im using it to procrastinate on hw?) haha, so i hope u guys will like it! im lovin the reviews as always!

Chapter 6: What's in it For Me?

"Yeah, sure!" Lilly smiled, and we both went out on the dance floor. Besides dancing in gym class, this was the first real dance I ever had with Lilly. Ok, so our moms made us dance at my birthday party in kindergarten. But that wasn't real. We were forced to do that. This time, it was on our own.

We slowly swayed back and forth. Her arms were around my neck and my hands on her waist. I wanted to talk, because the silence between us was kind of awkward, but I didn't know what to say. I refused to make eye contact for fear of further awkwardness. I wonder if she felt like she had to say yes. Maybe she didn't really wanna dance with me. Uh-oh, what if my hands are sweating? She'll probably think I'm disgusting.

I put that nagging thought in the back of my head and tried to focus on what really mattered. I, Oliver Oken, was dancing with the girl I'd had a crush on ever since she held my hand in pre-school.

Flashback-regular POV

It was coloring time for the kids of Sugar 'n Spice pre-school. A little blonde girl by the name of Lilly sat at a table using her old crayons. There were only 12 in her pack, but the little brunette boy, Oliver, who sat next to her, had a 64-pack of crayons. You know which one that is. Complete with all different versions of one color, and the set includes silver and gold. There's even a built-in crayon sharpener.

Lilly's red crayon, her favorite one, was down to a little stub. Sighing, she looked to her best friend Oliver. "Oliver, can I use your crayons."

"What's in it for me?" the little boy smirked.

Lilly rolled her eyes. "What do you want?"

"For you to hold my hand," Oliver smiled, proud of the deal he had just made. Lilly glared at him, but grabbed her best friend's hand anyway. They shared crayons from that day on.

End of Flashback

Before I knew it, the song was over. Lilly and I began walking back to the booth, but were pulled back by Jake and Miley.

"Dude!" Jake said in my face.

"What!"

"Stay here and dance with her!" Jake motioned over to Lilly, who looked to be arguing with Miley.

"But we just danced!"

"Yeah, to a slow song! You like her, right?"

What do I say? Do I tell him? He'd be bound to tell Miley. "What? Pssh! No!" Wow, great job lying Oliver.

Jake laughed. "That's a yes."

"Please don't tell anyone!" Ah crap, I can't even keep my own secrets.

"Oliver, chill, I won't tell. Plus, even if I did it's not like it'd be news."

"What do you mean by that?"

"Everyone already knows you like her."

"What? How!"

"Maybe because you're always staring at her?"

"Oh my gosh am I really?" I must do that without even realizing! She probably thinks I'm a freak now!

"Yeah, but she never notices, so don't worry. But still, you gotta keep dancing. She's never gonna like you unless you make some moves, man, now get out there!" he pushed me over to Miley and Lilly. Lilly had her arms crossed and Miley was giving her one of her famous looks.

"You are so stubborn!" Miley said.

"Miley, just stop, Ok?"

"No! Lilly, come on!"

"Mind your own business, Miley!"

Miley sighed. "Whatever, I'm only trying to help."

"Why don't you just go dance with Jake and-"

"Oh so that's why you're mad? You still like Jake?" Miley asked, but Jake was right there.

"No, I don't like Jake!" Lilly defended.

Then Jake cut in. "It's Ok if you like me, Lilly, really. I won't act all weird around you or anything-"

"I don't like you!" Lilly yelled, causing the whole place to turn and look at her.

"Then who do you like?" Miley asked, crossing her arms.

Lilly sighed, not wanting to blow up at Miley from all her anger. "You know what? This was a bad idea. Thanks for inviting me, but I'm going home." Lilly said, who turned and walked out of the club.

"I'm gonna head out too, I'll see you guys later." I told them. They waved goodbye and I left the club.

Lilly was already up the sidewalk, her shoes in her hand. I had to run to catch up with her.

"Hey Lil, wait up!" She didn't stop, but slowed down.

"Hey, Oliver." she greeted, still looking down. "Before you say anything, nothing's wrong. I just got frustrated and wanted to leave before I blew up at Miley and said things that would cause a fight."

"Good thinking." I said. "What were you and Miley arguing about in the first place?"

Lilly sighed. "It was nothing, really."

I nodded, understanding that she didn't want to tell me.

"I really don't like Jake, you know."

"I believe you."

"No you don't. But it's true. I honestly don't like him. I'm over him, especially after tonight."

"One-I do believe you, and I know you're telling the truth. Two-I'm happy for you."

Lilly sighed, rubbing her arms from the night's chill. "So why'd you leave?"

I shrugged. "Why would I stay if my date wasn't there? Plus, I wanted to see if you were Ok."

"Thanks." Lilly said, shivering.

"You want my jacket?" I offered.

"Only if you don't need it."

I took off my jacket and was about to hand it to her, when an idea popped into my head. "What's in it for me?" I smirked.

Lilly rolled her eyes and smiled. "What do you want?"

I laughed. "I'm just kidding. This time I won't force you to hold my hand." I said, putting my jacket on her.

She laughed too, but grabbed my hand anyway.