Chapter 13
A/N: I'm really sorry about for making you guys wait so long. It's just that there was some issues I had to attend to that I'm sorry to say were more important that writing at the time. But to make it up to you in addition to this update I've been working on the idea of a one shot. So when I have that finished I'll post it, I won't let you know the pairing or context but it will be Victorious. Also so I can advance the story a bit this will be about two months ahead. I'm only doing this to solidify Cat and Trina's relationship, also if I didn't do this you'd be getting about four chapters of filler and I really want to end this and put a dent in the sequel as well as another story. So if you can find it in your hearts to forgive me. Thanks.
Disclaimer: You know soon I'm just going to put recipes or something in this section. Because I don't think anyone cares if I own Victorious.
Cat's POV:
Today is exactly two months. Two months since Trina and I started dating we've had a few ups and downs but nothing major. The worst thing was when Robbie found out, he asked what was wrong with all the girls he know being gay. That's the last thing he's said to me and Trina. Well that's actually the last time any of us has heard from him, it's sad to say that he left Los Angeles. Andre on the other hand has been supportive throughout everything. He was there for us when Robbie was berating us, safe to say no one should mess with us anymore. As for Tori and Jade it's like they're connected at the lips all the time. I mean it's the same with Trina and I but they can sit there and just kiss for hours upon hours. Other than school and relationships there hasn't been a lot going on.
I think Tori's the most excited about Trina dating me. For the first week she insisted on double dinner dates. Jade has accepted it, I think she's starting to warm up to Trina as of late. Trina has even stopped her 'I'm better than everybody else' act she would hide behind. I think that's why Jade has been spending time with her. I know that Tori's all excited for her and Jade's fourd month anniversary which is coming up this week. I think her and Jade are relieved that they can finally appreciate life after Beck was put in jail. He won't be out for two years, but it still worries Trina on if there will be any malice in his heart. I hope that he could be that forgiving man we all once knew. I know that Jade will never forgive him for what he did, I don't think Tori will either. But none of that's important right now.
I think we all are just waiting for graduation in three months. Tori's going to be moving in with Jade, but they'll be balancing college and independent music performances. They've already performed about ten times in the span of four months. They always finish with one song though, the song they sang together at Nozu. I think it might be a bit cheesy but Tori told me that's when she began to like Jade. Andre is going to stay in L.A. with them since he's already been accepted to a record label. I on the other hand will be going to New York with Trina, I've always had dreams of performing on Broadway so I'm going to take my chances and try.
Tori's POV:
I must admit I'm getting nervous, I've never really had a relationship last this long. Most of them would fall apart because of disagreements or me being used. I'm determined to make this one with Jade last forever. I'm head over heels in love and it's an incredible feeling. There's about three months before I'll be moving in with Jade. I'm not saying I'm having second thoughts or anything but I'm going to miss seeing my family everyday. Well I guess that's what every graduate feels when they know it's time to live in the real world.
I swear since I said yes to moving in with her, she's the happiest I've ever seen her. I think she's even skipped around the house a couple times since then. If I had a nickel every time I've seen her like this then I'd be poor. My mom has told me that she sees true happiness between us. I tell her that she's needed someone to love her after what happened. Speaking of what happened Jade was having nightmares for the longest time up until the trial. After she knew he was gone from her life the nightmares just stopped completely. She tells me that she can't fear what happened and had to get over it. I hope when the two years are over and she knows he's been released that she'll still show this stability.
"Hey Tori", Jade's soft voice brings me out of my thoughts.
"What's going on babe", I turn to look at her. Her appearance has changed in the last couple months. She went back to her natural brown hair, she's wearing a lot more color and her voice is always soft.
"I figured you might want to take a break from packing and maybe we could go out for a drive."
"Yeah let me just get ready and I'll meet you downstairs."
"Okay I'm going to get some coffee before we go", That's the one thing that hasn't changed her coffee addiction.
"Sure I'll be down in ten minutes."
She turns on her heel and gives me the time to change. I'll always wonder what got her so strung to coffee. Sometimes I think it's the work we do at school since it can be very exhausting. It doesn't really matter that much since I'll love he no matter what. I've promised her that I'll always be there for her, and she'd be there for me. I wonder where she wants to take me anyway. If I want to find out I should get downstairs and leave with her.
Jade's POV (1 hour later):
I decided where I was going to take Tori last week I just needed to get the courage to do this. I'm going to show her the place I go when I needed a break from reality. But this time I don't want to take a break from reality I want to make something a reality. We've been engaged in small talk the whole drive. I think we're both exhausted from cramming a six month process into three months. It'll be worth it to see her everyday when I wake up. Well I do that everyday but never Trina-less. I don't hate Trina anymore but her and Cat are always up before us. I think it will be easier when we're on our own.
I hit my turning signal just in case and turn into the Angeles National Park. Tori gives me a questioning look when I stop the car and shut it off. I step out of the car and open the door for her. I extend my hand and she accepts it, stepping out of the car. I go to my trunk and give her a pair of hiking boots.
"Jade what are we going to do here?"
"Well we're going to hike up to a secret spot I found a couple years ago."
"Okay", she says tying the laces to the other boot and stands up.
"Hope you can keep up Tori."
"I'll keep up", she grabs my hand and gives me a smirk that I'm pretty sure she stole from me.
"If you think so", I give her the real "West" smirk and we move out.
After about an hour of showing her the beauty of this forest I move a piece of plywood from the front of a small cavern. Tori looks worried to go in at first but I reassure her that she'll like what's on the other side. I'm pretty sure I was right because her eyes lit up at the sight of the colorful flower and the clearest water in California. I bring her over to the gigantic stump of a redwood, and we sit.
"So is this your secret hideout Jade", she asks her eyes still lit up from the sights around her.
"Yeah I come here when I have a bad day and I just refresh my thoughts here."
"So is this where you went that one day when no one could find you?"
"Yeah I used to come here with my dad all the time."
"Why don't you come here with him anymore?"
"He did something to his knee last year and you saw how hard it is for him to walk up stairs."
"Yeah I understand."
"He tried to come out here after his knee recovered but he had to quit halfway through."
"Well I know where your resiliency comes from", She squeezes my hand as if she was telling me she will be there for me when others can't.
"Come on let's get back to your house it's almost dinner time."
"Okay I'm getting tired anyways."
"Well when we get back to the car you can sleep if you want."
I'm almost positive she won't want to sleep when I ask her what I need to ask her. But I hope after I gave her a nice glimpse into my life that she will accept this. I love coming to this place but damn, I hate all the walking sometimes. When I finally see my car in the distance I reach into my coat pocket and grab the box that was concealed inside. I said a quick prayer then I got my courage up and spoke up.
"Tori before we leave I need to ask you something very important."
"What is it babe?"
"Well you see I've wanted to ask you this for a little while so", I get down on one knee and present the open box. "Tori will you give me the honor of giving me your hand in marriage."
"Oh my God yes, Yes Jade come here you."
"I love you so much Tori", I wrap my arms around her and kiss her.
A/N: Sorry this took so long to get out but I wanted to makes sure that everything was good to read. I know it might seem like this was copied from my Thankful one-shot. But Thankful was released after this chapter was written, also Thankful is a Cori and She is Love is a Jori. Also for those who liked Thankful, Thankful: The Wedding will be released in a week and a half. Let me know what you guys though of this chapter in the reviews I'll admit everything has seemed a bit rushed but remember Jade and Tori were getting closer during those three months mentioned in the first chapter.
