1Suite Life On Deck

Bailey Belle

I DO NOT OWN SLOD OR ANY CHARACTERS

Everyone decided to make an appearance at the Martin's house. Today was a day full of pain and to remember the moments in history that delivered them joy. The simple memories or the complex ones. The air was filled with complete silence and only few words were said. They did not know how to discuss with one another. There was food put out, but it was barely touched. Nobody had the appetite to eat. They would make small glances at one another, but that was it. If one spoke their words would soon disappear before they had the chance to live.

Bailey saw Zacharry standing against the wall and it looked as if his mind was not in the right place. He had this empty look as he stared out the window watching the rain beat against the ground. She then decided to walk up to him and hope he would let down his guard and open up. He was very quiet with certain situations and Bailey knew he was not open with his feelings. She knew this was a delicate situation for everyone, but for Zacharry it would be like losing his best friend. Zacharry and Cody have been together since the womb. Nothing could create a fissure in their relationship.

"Zacharry?" Bailey said trying to receive his attention and right when he heard her seraphic voice he turned to look at her. She was a sight to him. His mouth started watering for her and his eyes started undressing her. He knew that she had to feel the same. With Cody gone, he was the closest thing she would get for another Cody. Bailey had this look of concern that was plainly located all over her face.

"Yes, Ms. Pickett. I am surprised that even on the abhorrent of days your beauty stands out." Zacharry said starting to flirt with her. She was completely oblivious about this. She just assumed he was trying to be polite. Act as if nothing was wrong and he was still the same man he was earlier. She knew inside he was hurting. Emotion to him was something he refused to show to anyone though.

"I was just going to ask you how you are feeling. This day has been a impugn to all, but I could only imagine the distress you are going through." Bailey said putting a hand on his shoulder, but he still had this blank look in his eyes. The feeling of her soft warm hand on his shoulder sent shockwaves through his body and his heart started beating at an intense rate.

"That is eleemosynary to take interest in how I am feeling at this stage in my life right now, but I can ensure you that there is nothing possibly wrong." Bailey then nodded in comprehension, but she knew something was off with him. There is more to Zacharry than what meets the eye.

"I understand, Zacharry, but if you are not well, I would please ask you to speak up and come to me for help. It hasn't been easy on any of us." Bailey said and Zacharry just nodded. She then turned around to walk away, but she felt worried about him. Who knows what could be happening in that head of his...Bailey then paused in her steps and turned to Zacharry.

"Would you mind going on a walk with me for one moment. I just needed to get some fresh air and I would not like to do that alone." Bailey asked. She needed to get some reaction out of him that showed at least an inkling that he cared.

" I would be pleased to." Zacharry replied and smiled at her. Bailey was annoyed that he was trying to act like everything was fine because she knew it wasn't. It's not good to keep feelings bottled up. It will only turn a situation worst than it was supposed to be. Zacharry was the only person she could not read like a book and that frustrated her. He was more conserved about things than others.

Bailey and Zacharry walked through the park. Bailey had her arm looped with Zacharry's and Zacharry was very hesitant to talk. He had some other things running through his mind. He had his free hand placed inside of his coat pocket where the ring was placed. He observed her open finger on her hand. Cody could of been the man to take that place. That thought made his anger come out, but then he remembered, there was no more chance for a Cody and Bailey anymore. He ruined them and nothing could fix that situation.

Bailey was unsure how to approach the situation that was on her mind because she knew Zacharry would deny every word she would say. Zacharry was going to be tough to crack and that was obvious to her. She needed him to though. If he could express himself, he would feel so much better. Bailey could barely remember if he cried or not. She wanted him to know that it's okay to express yourself with emotions and that he doesn't have to pretend to be strong. Inside she knew he must be hurting.

"It was very admirable to see you stand up for your brother like that to your father. I'm sure Cody would of appreciated that act." Bailey said to him. She had a feeling that inside him was a man that was in pain. Torn apart and confused as to what he should do. Zacharry on the other hand was smiling on the inside. Not much surprise there. The fact that Bailey thought Zacharry did that for his brother just made him look better in her eyes. His own selfish needs pushed him forward in his life once again.

"Well, I know, Cody would of done the same for me." Zacharry said looking off in the distance avoiding her eyes. He knew if he looked in them he would become weak and be overwhelmed with guilt.

"It was still very noble of you to take the chance to do that for your brother." Bailey responded as they kept walking. They soon entered the park and Zacharry was ready to finally take the chance. He would ask and she would say yes. There was no doubt about that. He would have everything he ever wanted. Her and a family with her. "Zacharry, I know you would not like to discuss it, but if you want to talk about your dear brother, that would be fine, I wont tell anyone." Bailey said finally pouncing at the opportunity. She was not going to make small talk. She wanted him to express himself. Zacharry then started laughing.

"Bailey, honestly, I am fine. There is nothing that can change my mind. People die, it's something that happens everyday. I believe you would call it the life cycle." Zacharry pointed out and Bailey was stunned by his explanation.

"Zacharry, he was your brother, there has to be something on your mind that is bothering you." Bailey said and then immediately Zacharry stopped in his tracks and turned to her. He did not know how to approach this subject, but he was going to give it his best attempt to. Zacharry looked into her deep brown eyes and melted in his place. He wanted her so bad he could not resist any longer.

"Bailey, there is something on my mind...it's been bothering me for a while now." Zacharry honestly stated and Bailey looked curiously at him realizing she made a break through with him. Bailey needed him to say it. She wanted to help him. She always looked out for others and Zacharry being Cody's brother she felt like she had a duty to help Zacharry. She knew Cody would want her to.

" I can't hide what I am feeling inside anymore," Zacharry started and Bailey looked in his blue-green eyes not sure what to think."Bailey, you are amazing...the only person I can think about is you...all the time." Zacharry continued and this made Bailey nervous. She did not know how to respond to that. She wasn't that naive to not know what he meant either. Bailey just stared at him all the words were taken out of her mouth. He then got lower and now her head was spinning.

Zacharry wasn't sure that her being wordless was good or bad, but he continued even though he was shaking nervous. She had to say yes. This was how it was supposed to be. Him and her. Together forever, up against anything. "Bailey Pickett, would you do me the honor of marrying me. Will you marry me, Bailey." Zacharry said and Bailey started shaking her head. She did not understand what was the event that began to unravel before her eyes. She slowly started backing up and Zacharry's heart sank, but he would be damned to let her get away that easily. He reached out his hand and prevented her from leaving him. She tried to push her arm out of his grasp, but he would refuse to let go. Her saying "no" was not an option. He did not go through all that work for nothing. He would get his prize. " Bailey, don't leave." He stated sternly, but she kept struggling causing a scene. "Bailey, I loved you ever since I saw you that day in the alley. I couldn't get your picture out of my head. I want to be with you Bailey." He then wrapped his strong arms around her and she was not able to release out his grip. She could never love Zacharry that way, never. Before a word could escape Bailey's mouth his lips were on hers. Kissing her passionately. Zacharry wasn't himself. He then pulled away and Bailey almost puked by the fact that Zacharry just kissed her. Her lips only belonged to Cody and would always will...just like her heart. Zacharry was scaring her. His grip wouldn't release."Marry me, Bailey..." He said looking deep in her eyes his face closer than usual. She felt tears in her eyes. "Please, we can grow old together...start a family..." As he said the last part his hands released her and wandered down onto her stomach were Bailey and Cody's child was. "I'll treat the baby inside just like it's my own. I will be it's father." Bailey was now appalled by Zacharry. More than she was ever her entire life.

"Zacharry, there is something wrong with you." She said silently, but the words were like knives. Digging a deeper hole than they would if she was yelling. "I will never love you and this child will never be yours." This angered Zacharry. His eyes grew wide at her response. Zacharry went to get a grip on her once again trying to make her stay, but before he could Bailey took her foot and slammed it down on her foot and ran as fast as she could. He stayed in place for a second and then took off after her. Bailey was stupefied by what just played out. She wanted Cody more than ever at the moment. She wanted him to wrap his arms around her as she would sob into his chest.

She ran to the Tipton's instead of back to the Martin's. She had to escape. She couldn't deal with all of this. She felt this unwanted pressure. She knew if she stayed Zacharry would not give up. She felt sickened by the idea of being with Zacharry. The taste of his lips was a pique in her mouth. She grabbed her bags from the closet and started throwing all her supplies inside of them. She then went over to her desk and started writing down a letter...she didn't know where she was going, she just had to go. Everything reminded her of Cody and with Zacharry now it was even going to be more difficult to live her life...She didn't know what to say in the note, but just told them she was leaving.

Bailey exited the house one last time with several of her bags. She turned in looked at the house one last time. She felt like she was leaving her family all over again. In a way they were her family. They were there with her during the past few years watching each other grow. Goodbyes were something she was used to now. Sometimes...it has to be done. This was that case.

A/N Okay, I have had this idea around in my head for about four months now and I wasn't sure if I wanted to explore with it, but since Halloween is coming around, I thought it would be appropriate .I'm not sure if I am going to rate it "T" or "M" yet because there are some different themes that I haven't used before, but I'm still thinking about it...I hope to have this finished before I go back to school which is on Wednesday. Again, I'm hoping, I am not making any promises. Also another congratulations for Debby Ryan on wrapping up her movie Radio Rebel and returning to work on Jessie. Can't wait for 2012. (: