Forever and for Always

Discretion: I do not own Hannah Montana or any characters associated with the show.

Chapter 3:

Lily's POV

"It's really happening. Today I am marrying Miley Stewart. Today marks the happiest day in my life." Lily spoke to the mirror she was standing in front of.

"You are, it is, and you have never looked more beautiful." Lily was startled at the familiar voice. She couldn't believe her ears so she had to turn to look at the door to make sure she was not dreaming.

"Oliver. What…what are you doing here?" She said shocked.

Her best friend since kindergarten, and former boyfriend, was dressed in a fitted, formal, black and white tux complete with bow-tie and garner. "Well last I heard, you were in need of a best man." He replied.

"You…you go my message? I thought since you didn't reply you still hated me."

"I know I over reacted when you and Miley told me about you two…"

"You called her a bitch and said that I was the cheater!" Lily screamed cutting him off.

He slowly moved towards her and placed his hands on her shoulders. "I know I said some things I shouldn't have and I acted like a complete ass, but I am here to apologize. Can you blame me though? Lily I found out that my two best friends, one who just so happens to be my ex, were dating. You could not blame me for being a little shocked and upset."

"I know." Lily spoke softly. "We knew the risks of telling you, I just thought that enough time had passed since everything between you and I had happened that you would see that I was happy and that would be enough."

"I did."

"You did what?" She asked curiously.

"I saw that you were happy. I guess that is why I was so upset. I saw the way you looked at her and the way you were with each other and it made me angry that it was her and not me." His voice was calm and so sincere. "Lily, I know I hurt you in the worse way and I truly have regretted it every day since. But I am here to tell you that I am happy for you and obviously Miley makes you happy and that is all I have ever wanted for you, honestly." Lily's eyes were now filled again with unshed tears because of this boy…man standing in front of her. Not tears of pain like the last time, but of joy.

"Oliver you have no idea how much this means to me." She said as a small tear ran down her cheek.

"No, no crying. Your makeup is smearing and you have to go get married." He smiled at her and she smiled back.

They wrapped each other in a tight hug. Lily then stood on her tiptoes like she had done so many times all those years ago and planted a small, sweet kiss on his cheek.

*3 months earlier*

"How do I ask him?! After all those awful things he said about us…about YOU! I'm not sure I could ever forgive him." Lily looked frustrated, angry, and completely beside herself.

"Baby look, I know he said some horrible things but he is your best friend." Miley told her fiancé as she cupped her chin in her hands.

"Was my best friend."

"Lily, you care about him, he cares about you. You both have been checking up on each other ever since the fight and you both are too prideful to reach out to one another."

"We check up on each other? I mean I know you know I keep track of him by his 'Ollie's On Tour Blog', but how do you know if he has been keeping track of me?" Lily asked.

"Well….Jackson and Oliver still talk. He has been asking about you for two years now. He cares about you sweetheart. It's time to put your own fears behind you and talk to each other."

Lily thought for a moment, "You're right. I'm going to do it. I am going to email him right now and tell him about the wedding." She sounded so sure of herself. "Also, if you're okay with it, I want to ask him to be my best man."

Miley smiled at her fiancé then leaned down and kissed her softly on the lips, "I think that's a great idea baby."

Miley then left the room to give Lily privacy to write her email.

"Oliver,

Hi. It's been a while. I don't know if you want to talk to me, but I need to get a few things off my chest.

First, I want to say that I am sorry. Sorry I kept Miley and I a secret from you for so long. I know it was unfair to you, but after the way you reacted you really can't blame me. Sometimes I still wonder if it was a good decision on my part. It is out now.

Next, I have some big news. As you know, Miley and I have been together for quite some time and I have never been so happy. Well I have asked her to marry me and she has accepted. We plan to get married in Tennessee in the spring. We should have the invitations sent out soon.

That brings me to my last point. I will be sending you an invitation. You can accept the invitation or not, but if you do I would like to ask you to do me one favor. I would be more than honored if you would be my best man.

I love you Oliver. You are my best friend and I miss you. I do hope you accept my invitation.

Later Ollie-Pop."

Miley's POV

There was a knock on the dressing room door.

"Come in." Miley yelled out to the visitor.

"Hey bud, you about read….sweet nibblets." Robbie stood in awe at the sight of his daughter.

She was now turned to face him and she saw the look on her father's face. "Do you like it daddy? I hope I didn't ruin it. I just put a few touches on it to make it look more…."

"Miley." She was cut off by him. She smiled knowing he approved. "Baby girl you didn't ruin it in the least. You have made it even better. Your momma would be so proud and I know she is looking down on you and Lily today." He kissed her forehead.

"Thank you daddy. You always know how to make me feel better."

"Well I am about to make you feel even better. I have a little surprise for ya." Miley looked at him curiously. He gave a whistle and the door opened.

"OLIVER!" She jumped into his arms and embraced him.

"Hey Miles." Miley could hear the smile in his voice.

"I can't believe you're here! I'm so glad you came. How are you? How's the tour going?" She started shooting off questions.

"Everything is going good Miles, but today is not about me. It is about you and Lily." He replied.

"Lily…have you seen her?" Miley instantly looked worried.

"Now what kind of best man would I be if I didn't see her the minute I got here?"

Miley's worry suddenly turned into a smile that threaten to split her face in two. She hugged him tight once again.

"I am so glad you're here Oliver." Miley said through the smile that had never left her face.

"As am I." He smiled back

Miley then pulled away from the hug and leaned in to kiss him on his cheek. "Two kisses on the cheek by two beautiful brides on the same day. How lucky am I?!" Oliver said.

Miley playfully slapped him on his shoulder and they both laughed.