Chapter 4: The Movies

Disclaimer: Once again I type this stupid disclaimer so I won't get sued...I don't own Zim. But I do own my character that FINALLY comes into play in this chapter. Now celebrate!

Zim and Gaz made their way into the theater, and since not many people wanted to see the movie there were many seats to choose from. Gaz chose her usual spot in the last row. Zim sat beside her.

"Do you want any popcorn?" Gaz offered her bucket to Zim.

"Oh, no no. I had a really bad experience with popcorn once...," he sat still for a moment and then shuddered suddenly.

"Oh...ok." she put a few pieces in her mouth.

The lights dimmed and the screen lit up. The previews had begun. Zim sat quietly and twidled his thumbs. Gaz watched the screen blankly. It was apparent that she was lost in thought. It's not possible...to actually feel something...for someone else...I thought I would never be able to feel again after what I've been through...But...do I really...-love- him? All these years I've been so heartless...cruel...how could anyone love someone like me? She glanced over at him. But..does he feel the same? She could feel the hot tears that threatened to fall. She tried her hardest to fight them, and managed to succeed just as Zim caught her gaze.

"Gaz, is there something wrong?" he asked.

"No, no I'm fine...," she lied.

The actual movie finally started. Gaz didn't really care about seeing the movie, she was more concerned about spending her time with Zim. She knew his outside, but not his inside and she yearned to find out what was there, even if it broke her heart. Zim was lost is his own thoughts as well. My plan would be working out perfectly if I weren't plagued by these foul human emotions! Just think of your vengeance, Zim. Yes, sweet black revenge... Then I will destroy all evidence that big headed fool has of me being an alien! And that means he will be put away for good in the nuthouse! Then nothing can stop me from -finally- conquering this disgusting planet of filth! And speaking of Dib, I wonder if he has managed to get away from Gir...oh well. Zim grinned evilly and stifled a laugh. All his feelings for Gaz had left him for now and he couldn't be happier...until Gaz accidentally put her hand on his when she was putting it on the armrest. Instead of the warm fuzzy feeling that usually emerged in the pit of his stomach, he felt nothing. He was much too concerned about his "ingenious plan." Gaz on the other hand, blushed beet red and began to apologize. To keep his plan in motion, he shushed her lips with his fingers and laced his hand in hers. She tried to hide her smile, but it was no avail. For the first time since she could remember, she was genuinely happy. The two watched the rest of the movie in silence.

Walking out of the movie theater, Zim still clasped Gaz's hand. They walked back to her house in the cool dark night. Gaz could feel her heart racing. When they arrived on her doorstep, Zim bade her good-bye.

"Good night, Gaz. I shall see you again soon." he gave her a quick kiss on the cheek and left.

Gaz stood still as the night, absolutely stunned. Her placed her hand on her face where he had kissed her and grinned. She went inside and leaned against the door.

"I do love him," she sighed.

"What? You can't be serious, Gaz! What has he done to you?!" Dib jumped from the couch and shook her by the shoulders.

"Where the hell have you been?" she snarled.

"Well, ZIM trapped me in his house with his stupid robot thingy. Now tell me what the hell his going on with you two."he crossed his arms.

"It's none of your business Dib! And what's it to you anyway? Since when do you give a shit about me? Can't you just let me be happy FOR ONCE IN MY LIFE?" she growled.

"Gaz! He's the enemy! And you're my little sister, it's my job to look out for you."

"I don't care if he's "the enemy"! He's hasn't made any stupid plans for years! You just can't let it go! And don't tell me it's your job to look out for me! You haven't done jack fucking shit to help me with anything. If you really want to help, Dib, then get a job and get a fucking car!" she yelled and stormed up to her room. Dib heard her door slam and lock.

"She just doesn't get it." Dib sighed.

Gaz cried herself to sleep that night, and awoke in the morning feeling extremely groggy. She didn't want to go to school, but she knew she couldn't afford to miss it. She followed her usual routine and noticed Dib was nowhere in sight. Must've ridden the bus... She put a piece of bread in the toaster and waited for it to return to her as toast. She buttered it and ate it quickly. After downing her orange juice, she went to her car. She started it and was on her way to school. After the bell for first period rang, Mr. Pierce silenced everyone for an important announcement.

"Ok class, we have a new student joining us today. Her name is Edynn. Please make her feel welcome to this school." he said boredly.

Edynn immediately caught Gaz's eye. She was about Gaz's height, and had long cascading bronze curls. Her eyes were the color of the ocean in a storm and her skin was almost as pale as hers. Her lips were the color of raspberries and her nose was short and slightly pointed. She was wearing a red tank top lined with black lace and a pair of tattered jeans. She wore a black wristband on one wrist, and a studded bracelet on the other. She took a seat beside Gaz in the next row. Maybe Gaz finally found someone who she could relate to. A friend.