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Disclaimer : I still don't own Hannah Montana.
Run Baby Run, Chapter 5
''Dad, please, be a nice grandpa.'' Miley exclaimed.
''No Miley, I'm sorry but I won't take care of Lola. It's a school project, you're on your own ! How do you think your mother and I did? We couldn't give you away to your grandma every time we wanted a break. Parenting is a full time job!''
''But I'm too young to be a mom!'' Miley whined.
''And I'm glad to hear that !'' Her dad smiled. ''Now go and please, make her stop crying! I want to have dinner peacefully!''
Miley angrily walked to the crying doll and took her in her arms. She tried to calm her down, but she failed again. She was losing patience. She couldn't take it anymore. She looked around the house. There were just a few boxes left, the couch hab been got rid off the wrapping paper, the piano was at its usual place by the window.
''Come on Lola, tell me what's wrong. You ate, you burped, you don't need a new diaper. What the heck do you want?'' Miley desperatly said, shaking slightly the baby.
''You know Miley, maybe you're not holding her right...'' Jackson suggested, as he came down the stairs.
''Oh yeah? Since when you're a big expert in the matter big boy?'' Miley said, a little more aggressively that she wanted.
''Oh, you don't believe me sis'? Come on, give me my niece.'' Jackson pressed as he extended his arms. Miley didn't make him ask twice too glad that she could have a moment of piece. Jackson slightly started to rock the baby, left to right, pacing at the same time. Lola gradually calmed down. Miley couldn't believe it. Even Jackson had a 'maternal instinct' in him.
''So what do you say now to uncle Jackson; huh?'' He said, victoriously.
''I said her battery must be dead.''
''wanna see?'' Jackson said as he came closer to Miley, getting ready to give her back the baby. But Lola started to cry again as soon as she got next to Miley.
''wow, that's weird.'' Jackson said. ''Although, I'm glad that someone finally realized what a pain in the butt it is to be around you!''
''Shut up Jerkson.'' Miley snapped. Soon a smile appeared on her lips. ''Since you're good at that job and that you seem to like her so much, I'll let you take care of her a little bit longer. I need to take a shower.''
She didn't let him any chance to reply and ran upstairs.
''Looks like she got you, son.'' Mr Stewart smiled. Jackson grimaced, but didn't say anything back. What could he say? She did get him good.
Thursday morning, Miley arrived at school, the baby peacefully sleeping in her stroller. Miley didn't get much sleep that night. She was glad to let Lilly take care of her the following night. She was putting her books in her locker when Lilly and Oliver joined her.
''Hey Miley! How did it go?'' Lilly inquired as she looked over the stroller. ''You didn't burn her or anything, did you?''
''Ah ah, very funny. I was the one that burned out actually.'' Miley groaned.
''Clunky huh?'' Oliver smiled.
Miley didn't bother reply. Yes she was clunky. She was exhausted, she was sad, she was upset, she was angry, she was in love with a person that didn't love her back.
''Look what Daddy got you?'' Oliver suddenly said. He was showing a little purple teddy bear in his hands and was waving it at the doll.
''She's sleeping.'' Miley stated, quite harshly.
Lilly and Oliver stared at Miley, a little disconcerted.
''We better get going,'' Lilly finally said. She grabbed the baby bag on the floor and the stroller. ''We'll see you later okay?''
''Okay. Bye.'' Miley said as she slapped her locker and watched Lilly and Oliver walked away with the baby. Like a family... Miley thought.
Friday afternoon, Miley and Lilly were waiting for Oliver and Miley's date at Rico's. They had left the doll to Jackson. Of course, they had to pay him. First, because it was a part of the project, and second, because Jackson wouldn't baby sit for free.
Miley was nervously pacing in front of Lilly. She was nervous as hell. She didn't really want to go on that date because for once, she was going to have to see Lilly and Oliver flirting and kissing, and second, she was set up with someone she hadn't even met.
''Come on, Miley, calm down. We're gonna have fun tonight!'' Lilly tried to reassure her.
''Easy to say. You actually know who you're gonna go with. I'm sure Oliver is gonna stuck me with a dorky guy... like hi...'' Miley froze. She was going to say ''Like him'' meaning like Oliver, but she couldn't tell that to Lilly. ''like Higor!'' she made up.
Lilly giggled. ''Higor? What kind of name is that?''
Miley shrugged and kept pacing fiercely.
''Miley, please stop.'' Lilly said standing up and grabbing Miley by the arm to make her stop. Miley shivered and froze. She turned to face Lilly. Their eyes locked almost unconsciously. Lilly couldn't speak for a few seconds too taken aback. Miley wasn't much better. Every time they touched, it was the same thing. It was like the world had shut down.
Lilly cleared her throat and pulled herself together, looking away, avoiding any eye contact with Miley. ''Oliver said it was the perfect match for you. In fact, I'm...'' But Lilly froze.
Miley stopped pacing, intrigued. Lilly was staring behind Miley's back, so Miley turned around, to see what had tuned down Lilly. She froze herself. Oliver was there, with her date... Miley had expected everything, except this. You must be kidding me...
''So, Miley, this is Leslie,'' Oliver said.
''Erm, hi!'' Miley said to Leslie.
''Hello,'' He smiled. ''I'm glad to finally meet you in normal circumstances.'' He added, remembering their first encounter in the corridor.
Lilly couldn't believe it. Oliver had set Miley up with the most popular boy in the school. She was okay for a date, but not for that kind of date. Miley could easily fall for that guy. She was feeling threatened. Wait a minute, why was she thinking this? She wasn't in love with Miley. She was dating Oliver, the guy she loved since... forever. Lilly mentally slapped her to shake off all these weird and alarming thoughts.
Miley, even if she was still upset with this situation, found slightly amusing the fact that she ended up to date Jake Ryan, aka Leslie, again. If Lilly knew...
Lilly suddenly pulled Oliver away. Oliver practically had to run behind his girlfriend.
''Lilly, wha...'' Oliver exclaimed.
''Why didn't you tell me the guy was Leslie?'' Lilly asked letting Oliver's arm go.
''I don't know. I didn't think it was important. Besides, he didn't want me to tell you.''
''Why is that?'' Lilly frowned, upset.
''You know how you are... you can't keep a secret!'' Oliver said, mocking.
''I have no idea what you're talking about...'' Lilly denied.
''Come on, Lil... what's the big deal anyway?'' Oliver exclaimed. ''Miley and Leslie are gonna date, which is gonna make them both happy.'' He grabbed Lilly by her waist and pulled her next to him. He then added in a flirty tone. ''And most importantly, we will have more ''us time'' to ourselves...'' He slightly kissed her on the lips. Lilly faked a smile.
''See? Setting them up on a date is a win win situation. We get rid off Miley, and she gets the most popular boyfriend ever...'' He beamed.
''But I don't want to get rid off Miley!'' Lilly exclaimed, angry.
''What?'' Oliver said, stunned and lost.
''I mean...'' Lilly said, suddenly realizing what she had said could be understood as she liked Miley back. ''I get along with her. I think we could be really good friends. Besides, she's the only girl friend I ever had.'' Lilly smiled to herself when she thought about the double connotation of 'girl friend'.
''Well, I guess you'll still be able to hang out with her and Leslie. We could do more double dates...'' Oliver shrugged.
''Yeah, we could do that...'' Lilly said evasively, her mind away. She looked over Miley and Leslie, talking at a table at Rico's, waiting for them to come back.
The movie theater was packed. There was a huge crowd outside, already waiting. The guys absolutely wanted to see the new action movie ''Deeper is just shallow.'' Miley and Lilly both frowned at the title. They noticed they had the same reaction and smiled at each other. Here they were again, sharing a moment.
''I guess we're gonna have to wait...'' Oliver groaned.
''Yep.'' Miley said, putting her hands in her jeans' pockets, looking away from Lilly's eyes.
''Actually no. I kinda have already bought the tickets...'' Leslie beamed.
''What? How?'' Oliver asked, his eyes wide.
''Yeah... how did you know you were gonna see Deeper than mashmallow.' '' lilly frowned. Miley let out a giggle. Lilly wanted to mess with Leslie...
''It's 'Deeper is just SHALLOW' '' Leslie replied slightly annoyed. ''And, I didn't know we were, I just assumed...''
''You assumed that we were going to follow you without flinching? Well I got news for you Mister...'' Lilly said, burning up.
''Lilly...'' Miley said, putting a hand on her forearm to sooth her down. Lilly turned to her, her eyes still filed with anger, but she instantly calmed down as she looked into Miley's eyes. Miley was giving her a look meaning, ''Please, don't make a fuss out of nothing.''
''Fine.'' Lilly pounted, still upset. ''I shut up now.'' Miley smiled.
Oliver had watched the exchange between the girls. Wow, I never could have done that with Lilly.
Leslie put an arm around Miley's shoulders and led her inside.
''Lilly, what did you get so worked up about?'' Oliver inquired as they were alone outside the cinema. ''You know how he is...''
''Yes, I know...'' The truth was, she didn't care about what Leslie did. She was tensed because she couldn't stand the thought of Miley being with him. And more importantly, she was upset because her, Lilly Truscott, was falling for Miley Stewart, and that no matter what she could do, she couldn't help thinking about her.
''Is this that period of the month?'' Oliver asked, as any boy would ask. Lilly rolled her eyes at her boyfriend's stupid question.
''I take that as a 'no' '' Oliver said, realizing it wasn't the thing to say.
''Whatever. Let's go inside.'' Lilly said, grabbing his hand.
Miley and Leslie were waiting for Lilly and Oliver in front of the door 5 of the theater.
''So, Miley, what do you think of football?'' Leslie asked.
''It's good... I think.'' she replied, not knowing what to say. Jake never talked about football with her. But it's not really jake, it's Leslie... she thought.
'You know, I'm the captain of the football team...'' Leslie stated, a vain smile on his lips.
''That's.. great ! Way to go, man,'' She said, shoving him on the shoulder. Leslie winced a little, rubbing his shoulder, surprised by Miley's gesture. He certainly didn't expect that. Any girl would have hugged him, or flirted with him, or... anything but that. They stood in silence. Hopefully, Lilly and Oliver soon appeared next to them, and the four of them entered the room.
Miley let Leslie go first in the row and then followed him. They sat in the middle and were soon joined by Lilly and Oliver. Miley grinned. She was going to be sat next to Lilly, like always... or at least like she used to, before... Her smile faded a little thinking about her real Lilly.
''You're okay?'' Lilly asked her, a concerned look on her face.
Miley looked up and nodded. ''Yeah I'm fine. Just realized I didn't get any popcorns, and a movie without popcorn...''
''Is like a mannequin eating french fries.'' Lilly finished, grinning. Miley giggled.
''Come on, let's go get some and leave the guys alone.'' Lilly said, grabbing Miley's hand, dragging her away.
''So, what do you think of Leslie?'' Lilly asked, as they were waiting their turn in the line.
''he's nice...'' Miley said.
''He's the most popular guy in school you know?'' Lilly said, trying to stay nonchalant.
''Yeah, I know, he told me...'' Miley smiled.
Lilly laughed. ''Man, this boy is so vain.''
''Yes, but it's part of his charm.'' Miley said. It wasn't the truth, but it was a little white lie to make Lilly fall in her trap. As Lilly winced, Miley smiled, content. Her plan was working. She visibly felt jealous... They small talked til they finally ordered their popcorn. They then quickly walked back to the room, and regained their seats.
Buying some popcorn wasn't a bad idea. The girls' hands kept brushing as they were helping themselves. Lilly blushed everytime, embarrassed that every time she touched Miley, she felt tingles all over her body. She was glad the room was dark.
In the middle of the movie, Miley decided to rest her arm on her armrest. She didn't notice Lilly's arm already there, so their arms lightly brushed. Miley's reflex was to instantly pulled her arm away, but Lilly didn't move. Miley frowned. Either she was really into the movie, which was doubtful because it wasn't a really good one, or she didn't mind Miley's arm next to hers... Miley decided to put back her arm there, allowing them to touch. Lilly didn't turn her head or anything, but Miley noticed her expression had changed: a small grin had appeared on her face. Miley smiled to herself.
After the movie, Miley and Leslie were walking in front of Lilly and Oliver.
''So, what do you say? We could do this again? Maybe tomorrow afternoon, we could go to the beach...'' Leslie suggested.
Lilly, who heard Leslie ask Miley out, cut in. ''oh, I'm sorry Leslie, but I don't think...''
''Yes, ok. Tomorrow. Beach sounds like fun.'' Miley said, shoving Lilly on the arm, to make her mind her own business.
''Great.'' Leslie said with a smile. They looked at each other, a little awkward. It was never easy to say goodbye after a first date. Do I kiss him? Do I hug him? It's not like I've never kissed him anyway, but it's different, I'm not into him. I don't even like him. Come on Miley, just pretend a few more seconds. Lilly is watching.
Leslie made the first step, and kissed Miley. Lilly's mouth fell open.
''Bye Miley.'' Leslie softly said, as he pulled away.
''Bye. See you tomorrow.'' Miley replied in her flirty voice. However that grin wasn't for Leslie. It was because she hadn't felt anything during the kiss. In fact, it was like kissing a plant. She knew was over him a few months, when she realized the true nature of her feelings for Lilly, but she still thought that she would always felt a little something around Jake Ryan. She was wrong. Tonight had just proved it to her.
Leslie walked away with a last goodbye.
Lilly had watched the scene, a horrified expression on her face. What's wrong with Miley? She's falling for Leslie. She can't be! She likes ME!
''Well guys. I'm gonna go home. Thanks Oliver. You were right. He's great.'' Miley smiled.
Oliver nodded. ''My pleasure Miley!'' She hugged him. It was the first time she hugged Oliver, in this world. It was another surprise for Lilly. Wow, she must be very happy, she thougth.
''Bye Lilly. See you tomorrow? You pick up Lola?'' Miley asked, hugging her. Lilly couldn't respond yet, busy smelling Miley's hair and enjoying every moment of their embrace.
''Lilly?'' Miley called, pulling back. ''So? Tomorrow?''
''Yeah ok. I'll come over before your... date.'' She blurted out the last word.
Miley smiled. ''Good night guys.''
As soon as Miley disappeared, Lilly slapped Oliver on the chest, upset.
''Why did you do that for?'' He exclaimed, rubbing his chest.
Lilly didn't respond and walked fiercely away, heading to her home.
Miley closed the front door and leaned against it, staying in the dark. Wow, I didn't know I was such a good actress. Maaan, I really thought I was going to crack. Lilly was so beautiful. However, she laughed when she thought back about Lilly's behavior when Leslie was asking her out. Lilly had butted in. She was jealous, Miley knew that. She had that same look in Tennessee over Jodie. (A/N: see ''Tennessee you said?'')
Lilly was falling for her. Miley was beaming. Her heart was racing. She ran upstairs and went to her bedroom. She couldn't wait till tomorrow. Everything will happen tomorrow. She fell asleep, a huge grin on her lips.
Author's note : I'm glad I was able to update sooner this time !! Yay me ! Lol. And yay you for reading !!