Trent and Courtney spent the rest of the night figuring out all the details to their plan. Trent was sitting on his bed while Courtney was pacing back and forth. They were reviewing what they were going to do tomorrow, Trent couldn't keep up with Courtney's planning.

"Basically we're just gonna spend a lot of time together right? Kind of like how we are now except in public?" Trent asked confused.

Courtney nodded.

He continued. "And then we're gonna...wait, Courtney I forget."

Courtney rolled her eyes. "And then we're slowly going to start acting like a couple because it would be suspicious if people saw us holding hands and kissing out of no where right?"

Trent nodded. "So we act like we like each other?"

Courtney nodded. "And then after a amount of time, which will be determined by how long people take notice of us, we'll date! Well, not actually date but you know what I mean. And remember, if people ask we tell them we're just friends."

Trent remembered how Duncan used those same words about himself and Gwen back when Trent had her. It felt kind of good knowing that now he would have a chance to say that.

Courtney continued to talk still pacing back and forth.

"So tomorrow morning we'll go to the buffet together. You'll go in before me and find a table for exactly two. Act like you're looking for someone, then when I walk in you'll yell my name out loud to get my attention. But not too loud! Just loud enough for people to notice you're looking for me. Duncan and Gwen should notice that."

"What if they aren't even in the buffet yet?"

Courtney sighed and stopped in front of Trent, "That's why we leave our rooms at exactly 8:53. We should be downstairs by 8:55. You go in the buffet at 8:57 and I'll go in at 9:00. Usually everyone's there by 9:00."

Trent looked at her and chuckled, "Gee Courtney, isn't that a bit stalker-like that you know that?"

Courtney crossed her arms. "It's not stalker-like! It's just a very good observation!"

"Looks like Sierra's rubbing off on you." Trent smirked.

Courtney glared at him. "What's that suppose to mean? Sierra has nothing to do with this."

Trent put his hands up in defense. "Chill Courtney it was just a joke, I don't have a problem with Sierra. I think it's kind of cool you're hanging out with her, you know ever since Cody blew up on her."

Courtney sat down next to Trent on the bed, "Oh...you heard about that?"

He sighed. "Yeah. I think Cody was being kind of harsh, but then again I don't know Sierra like I know Cody."

"Well, Sierra's actually a really nice girl. She doesn't really understand the concept of personal space, but she has good intentions. I don't think people really see that." Courtney said as she looked at Trent. She continued to talk more about Sierra.

"I mean, people judge her base off what they saw on World Tour. Yeah she can be annoying and kind of creepy, but she's really caring. I don't know, she doesn't really seem to have any real friends here except me."

Trent looked back at Courtney. "You know, that's probably the coolest thing I've heard you say about anyone."

Courtney scoffed. "What are you talking about? I say nice things about people all the time!"

Trent just kept staring at her with a serious face. Courtney rolled her eyes.

"Okay, so I'm not the nicest person ever. But I'm sort of changing my ways! Or, at least hoping I am..."

He smiled at her. "Well, you apologized to me a few days ago and I know it must have killed you to do that. And now you're hanging out with Sierra ever since the Cody incident. Hmm, I don't know about you but I'm seeing some change." Courtney's face lit up. It was good to know that her small actions were being somewhat acknowledged.

Trent yawned. "Courtney I'm tired. Can we go to sleep now?"

Courtney got up and yawned too. "Yeah, it is pretty late. Don't forget, I'll be here at 8:50. PLEASE be ready by then Trent."

Trent just nodded his head. He just wanted to go to sleep. Hopefully all this stressful planning would be worth it.

When Courtney got to her room she changed into her pajamas but she didn't go straight to bed. She was tired, but didn't feel comfortable even to sleep. Usually this feeling meant she needed to write. Courtney pulled out her diary and pen from the nightstand drawer and opened it up.

Date: April 3rd 2011

Dear Diary,

I won't ever tell Trent this but, I'm kind of nervous for tomorrow. There's always a possibility Gwen and Duncan will just laugh in our faces and joke about how ridiculous we look. But Duncan is stupid enough the believe that Trent and I are a real couple. Plus Sierra did say Trent and I were a fan favorite, so there is a good chance things will work out. Hmm, I don't understand how fans could have seen us as a couple besides the fact that our exes screwed us over for each other. I mean, up until a few days ago I didn't really know Trent that well. It's actually kind of a shame, he's a pretty decent guy (as far as I know of). He's really nice, I can see what Gwen saw in him.

Courtney paused for a moment and saw what she wrote. Her mind had a spaz attack when she realized what she just said.

I didn't mean it like that! It's just that compared to all the other guys on the show, he's the only one whose actually given me a chance. He's actually really caring. I'll keep this to myself, but I hope we can stay friends after this whole situation is over.

Courtney sighed and closed her diary. After she put the diary away she laid in her bed and began to think. She wasn't developing feelings for Trent was she? She couldn't be, they've only really knew each other for a few days! Courtney had to admit he wasn't ugly, and at this point he's the only guy willing to talk to her. Courtney sighed and closed her eyes. She was lonely, and it was good to know that there's someone who actually cares about her. Although, Courtney knew to keep her guard up. She didn't want to fall for someone so fast, only to be disappointed. Regarding her love life, she knew she was better off alone.

Courtney and Trent were standing inside the elevator; waiting for it to reach the lobby. Courtney checked her watch. It was 8:54, so far they were on schedule. The elevator door rang, signaling that they reached the lobby.

"Okay Trent, now go into the buffet and find a table for two. I'll be there soon. When I get there I'll sit down and we have to try and have a natural conversation. And by natural I mean we have to talk in normal tone and we have to..."

Courtney was cut off Trent.

"Courtney I know the plan. Don't worry! It'll be fine. Just wait here." he said with a reassuring smile.

Courtney took a deep breath. It was 8:57. "Fine, I'll see you soon." She watched as Trent disappeared into the buffet. After a couple minutes passed Courtney walked into the buffet. On the inside she was a nervous wreck, but she tried not to make it show on the outside.

"Hey Courtney! Over here!"

Courtney turned to her left and saw Trent waving at her from a table. She smiled when she noticed the table he picked. It wasn't with the cluster of tables that the Total Drama cast occupied but rather a couple tables away; the cast could get a perfect view of the two.

Courtney walked over to the table and sat down, trying to sport a natural smile. She noticed that some of the cast members were looking at them confused.

Perfect. She thought to herself. Trent looked at her smiling and handed her a glass on the table.

"I got you some orange juice. I thought you'd be thirsty." It probably wasn't the most natural way to start a conversation, but he could have done worse.

Courtney got up. "Aw thanks Trent! I love orange juice! I'm gonna go get some food."

"Sounds like a good idea. I'm pretty hungry." He replied as he followed Courtney to the buffet line.

As Courtney was putting bacon on her plate Sierra ran up next to her.

"I knew something was going on between you and Trent!"

Courtney looked at her as if she didn't know what she was talking about. Sierra kept looking at her with a sly grin.

"You know Courtney if there is something going on with you and Trent you can totally tell me! Since you're like my new best friend I promise I won't put it in the Total Drama fan blog!"

Courtney rolled her eyes. "Nothing is going on with us Sierra."

Sierra looked at her with big eyes. "Okay, whatever you say. But it doesn't seem like it. And I'm not the only one who thinks so."

What Sierra said definitely caught Courtney's attention.

"What do you mean?"

"If you didn't notice a lot of people at the Total Drama table saw you and Trent sitting together. They thought it was kind of weird since they didn't know you guys were really friends. There were some comments about it too. Noah thinks Trent was making a deal with the devil, and Izzy said something about black widows eating their mates after getting what they want."

Courtney made a face. "Izzy's a freak show."

Sierra shrugged. "Either way, people noticed Courtney. I didn't know your friendship with Trent would be this big of a deal!"

"Yeah, me neither. But that's all me and Trent are. Just friends!" Courtney said as she chuckled nervously. Courtney felt kind of bad lying to Sierra. But she couldn't tell her the plan, at least not right now anyways.

"Well, I'm gonna go back to the table and finish eating. I have to head back to room and get ready. Brody said he's gonna meet me in the lobby later!" Sierra squealed.

"Bye Sierra, I'll see you later!" Courtney was happy, her and Trent were actually getting noticed! When she came back to the table Trent was eating some fruit.

"Want some fruit Courtney? It's actually pretty good!"

"No but I have something to tell you." She spoke in a whisper because she didn't want any of the cast members to hear.

"Sure what's up?"

"Well, I was talking to Sierra while I was in line and she said that the cast definitely noticed us!"

Trent smiled. "Alright! So the plan's working?"

Courtney smiled back. "Yup! All we have to do is just keep being seen in public. But we have to look natural of course."

Trent rolled his eyes, Courtney and the whole natural thing. He paused for a moment. "Did Sierra say anything specific? You know, about any of the cast members?"

"Well, if your referring to Duncan or Gwen no she didn't. She said some of the members made a few comments but other than that nothing really."

Trent sighed, Duncan and Gwen were apart of the Total Drama table cluster. So those two had to notice right? Courtney and Trent continued to eat. They talked about normal things, like they usually would do if they were in Trent's room. It was actually easy for them to act natural. It was as if they forgot they were carrying out a plan and were just hanging out. The Total Drama cast watched them for a bit of time before going back to their own meals. Suddenly, a loud mic feedback filled the buffet. Everyone put their hands over their ears to block the painful noise.

"What the hell was that!?" Heather screamed.

Chris stood in front of the dining area with a toothy grin holding a microphone. "Good morning ungrateful teenagers whom I made famous!"

Everyone just rolled their eyes.

"What do you want now Chris?" Noah asked with an annoyed expression on his face.

Chris glared at him, "Well Mr. Smartypants I was about to tell all of you before I was rudely interrupted! I have bad news. Well, it's bad news for me but probably good news for you. Producers and I have contacted your parents and because of "legal" issues, you guys are not eligible for participating in the 4th season."

"Thank god'" and cheers were erupted around the room. They would no longer have to put up with Chris' torture.

Chris rolled his eyes. "Anyways! Due to transportation issues though, you guys will be stuck here for at least 3 to 4 more weeks. So you brats better enjoy the perks of a 5-star hotel while you can."

"You mean we finally get to go home?" Owen asked with a smile.

Chris nodded.

Crap. Courtney's eyes went wide. She completely forgot about the fact that they weren't going to be here forever.

Stupid Courtney! She thought. How could her and Trent completely forget about this possible flaw in their plan? Courtney looked at Trent and could tell he was thinking that same thing.

Chris continued to talked. "We'll give you guys a week notice when we get transportation settled. Other than that, I guess just go back to doing what you guys were doing." Chris turned off the mic and walked away.

Majority of the Total Drama cast celebrated the fact that they were going to return home soon and were not going to come back, while Courtney and Trent just looked at each other.

"Courtney, we have 3 weeks to pull this plan off."

She rolled her eyes. "Yeah Trent I heard what Chris said. You know what this means right?"

He shook his head.

"It means that we're on a time limit now. Based on what Sierra said we're on a good track right now. We just have to be seen more often."

Trent smiled. "I think I have a good place to start."

Courtney looked at him with a challenging grin. "Oh really guitar boy? Where?"

Trent reflected the same challenging grin back at her. "A lot of the cast members hang out at the beach. We can go hang out there later on."

"Wow Trent, isn't that a bit stalker-like?" Courtney taunted, remembering the words Trent said to her the night before.

He rolled his eyes. "It's not stalker-like. It's a good observation."

They both looked at each other and laughed. Truth be told, they enjoyed each others company. When the two finished breakfast they walked out side by side with Courtney laughing at some stupid joke Trent was trying to tell her. The pair didn't know that as they were leaving they were being watched Gwen and Duncan.

Gwen looked at Duncan. "Since when did those two start hanging out?"

Duncan shook his head as he kept staring. "I have no damn idea."