Author's note: Alright, you guys! This is the scene you've all been waiting for! (And no its not the END; its just what everyone has been asking about!) & I totally didn't plan this... but my favorite number is 17! (It must be sign!) I hope I do it the way you guy would have liked me too! & If not... I'm incredibly sorry! EEP. Anyways... READ AWAY! (And don't forget to review if you wanna!)
Only In The Movies
Scene Seventeen
Disclaimer: I don't own it (Or the song), lose-uh! haha
"What if we suck?" Derek asked nervously as the band was waiting to be introduced.
"We aren't going to suck! We know these songs inside and out! Stop worrying!" Lily ordered.
Derek had already gotten done throwing up so they were pretty much ready to go. He was just nervous; which, with what was about to happen, is completely understandable.
"And now presenting... D-ROCK!" The M.C. announced. There was a roar of applause and they were surprised at the turnout as they walked onto the small temporary stage that was set up for them. The room was filled, and there were many people standing.
Derek looked around, trying not to show his fear when he spotted her sitting in a big leather chair, the only one in the lounge, about fifteen feet away from them. They made eye contact and she smiled meaningfully at him.
'You can do it' he saw her mouth to him.
That's when he realized that he could do it... because really? All he needed was her there, cheering him on.
"Alright!" Lily announced excitedly, "You guys ready for some D-Rock!?" The crowd cheered in response. "Good!" She laughed but then got considerably less loud, "This first song is dedicated to Casey McDonald." Lily spoke carefully, looking at Casey with a pointed expression. "But I need her to know, even though I may be singing it... it's not me who needs you to listen. So listen carefully, Princess." She added. The last line made Casey's face falter a bit. 'Princess' was obviously reserved for Derek-usage only. The band had decided as a group, that it would be the best way to make it clear to her who it was from.
Lily glances at Derek before saying, "Ready boys?" They smiled at her before starting to play.
Oh no, this couldn't be more unexpected
And I can tell he's been moving in so slow
Don't let it throw you off too far
Cause he'll be running right behind you
Could this be out of line? (Could this be out of line?)
To say you're the only one breaking him down like this
You're the only one he would take a shot on
Keep him hanging on so contagiously
Oohhh, when He's around you he's predictable
Cause he believes in loving you at first sight
I know it's crazy but he's hoping to..
To take a hold of you
Could this be out of line? (Could this be out of line?)
To say you're the only one breaking him down like this
You're the only one he would take a shot on
Keep him hanging on so contagiously
Casey had a look of realization on her face. Derek saw this and took it upon himself to sing the next verse, even if he was risking public embarrassment.
Oh you're everything I'm wanting
Come to think of it, I'm aching
On account of my transgression..
Will you welcome this confession?
Hearing Derek belt out the last verse, Lily smiled at him while they continued to sing the rest of the song together.
Could this be out of line? (Could this be out of line?)
To say you're the only one breaking me down like this
You're the only one I would take a shot on
Keep me hanging on so contagiously
Could this be out of line? (Could this be out of line?)
To say you're the only one breaking me down like this
You're the only one I would take a shot on
Keep me hanging on so contagiously
The look on Casey's face made it evident that she was stunned.
"So what do you say, Casey?" Lily smiled, "Will you welcome his confession?" If it were possible, Casey looked even more shocked. She didn't even answer. All she did was stand up and rush over towards the stage. She ran up the stairs and stood right in front of Derek; who, at this point, was wide-eyed.
"Casey, What are y-?" He wasn't able to finish as she's leaned up and pressed her lips to his. It took him a few seconds to register what was actually happening, but once he did? He happily obliged, wrapping his arms around her waist.
It was like one of those life-clarifying moments, you know? When you suddenly realize what's supposed to happen.
They were supposed to be together, in every sense of the word. They'd both be lying if they said it wasn't the best feeling they'd ever had. They hadn't even noticed the standing ovation until they pulled away from each other.
"I'm sorry, I- uh," Casey started, stumbling as she tried to catch her breath, "I know you don't like P.D.A., but I kind of couldn't form coherent words."
"Wow..." He replied dramatically, turning towards Lily, "Did you hear that? I made Casey McDonald speechless! Never thought I'd see the day!" He laughed.
"Well technically, I made her speechless, but you know, I guess you can take credit for this one." Lily argued in good nature.
"Oh, I wasn't aware you were in love with her as well." He rebutted without realizing.
Casey choked on air, "In love?" She questioned.
Derek's eyes went wide once again, "I- uh; She- uh; wh- ugh!" He stammered, "You know what? Yes. Yes; in love." He finally gave in with frustration.
And he was waiting for it; for her to scream in disgust; run away in terror; anything to show him she thought he was insane. Which is why he looked away from her.
But he didn't expect her to put a hand on his cheek; to direct his attention back toward her; to be tearing up, but still holding the sweetest, most breathtaking smile. He'd never expected her to reply with, "That's the sweetest thing I've ever heard you say, Derek." Which made him cringe; he doesn't like being... sweet...
But the biggest surprise was, "and I know... you don't think its 'cool' to be sweet, but... I do." She added. Okay, so maybe he was expecting that. He knew what was coming next, and it was all just happening so... cliche-ly... and they were never about 'convention'. They were as unconventional as you could get, and he liked it that way. Which is why he decided to interject as she was about to open her mouth again.
"Oh, well then I know it's not cool." He joked, with a smirk.
"Der-ek!" She smacked him playfully. And there it was. "I was going to say, I was in love with you too, but now I'm not so sure." She pouted.
"Oh, shut up; you know you love me." He replied arrogantly.
"Yeah, I guess I do." She responded as if she were upset, but she wasn't, "But definitely not as much as you love yourself."
"Oh; well of course not." He agreed, pulling her closer and kissing her again. It just felt so right, and he really hated himself for wasting the past four years without being able to do this.
"Alright, you two... as much as I love that I totally made this happen..." Lily gestured between Derek and Casey, "we are still in the middle of a concert. In fact, we're at the beginning of it." Lily spoke, now flailing her arms to dramatize the situation.
The pair chuckled nervously. "Right." Derek said, "You should uh, probably, go uh, sit... case." He added, a bit flustered.
"The Great Derek Venturi losing his cool? World records are being set today!" Lily joked.
"Ha. Ha. Ha." Derek laughed sarcastically.
"Alright. Go, Casey, go!" Lily shooed her off the stage and back into the audience, who decided to pat her on the back and congratulate her. All the while, Casey was staring at Derek with a simple smile on her face, and he was staring right back.
Lily rolled her eyes. "Goodness, what have I started?" She laughed to herself.
"Well, judging by the crowd's reaction, I'd say we did pretty well!" Lily announced happily as they were all gathered in the hallway.
"Great job, guys!"
"Go D-Rock!"
"Yeah!!! WOOOOOH!" People walking past them said. They smiled and waved back before continuing with their conversation.
"Yeah, and Lily?" Derek called. Lily glanced up at him.
"Hmmm?"
"Thank you. Really... I've never been this happy and it's all thanks to you. So..." He opened his arms to her and she smiled at him.
"What a loser." She said before walking into his grasp.
"Lily; why are you hugging my boyfriend?" Casey came up to them. They just looked at her, smiling.
"He was just thanking me for bringing you two together and making him the happi- OW!" Derek elbowed her before she got too far.
Casey's eyebrows rose in amusement.
"I need new friends."
A/N: Song was "So Contagious(ly?) By Acceptance. :)