Miranda – We're All Going On A Spanish Holiday

Chapter 7

AT THE POOL

Although Miranda could quite happily stay there forever – in such close proximity to the one person she knows she will never overcome her feelings for – she also knows that it's going to cause a lot of pain to both Rose and Mike...

Miranda – "Perhaps this was a bad idea. The others might have noticed we're not there. It would cause such a row if we were caught out here."

Gary – "And what if I don't care? What if I said that I'd quite happily put up with whatever the fallout might be… Miranda, please stay here with me tonight."

Miranda – "Gary, it's not just about you; or me for that matter. We've come on holiday as a group; there are eight people to consider. And we've still got 13 days left, all together, in a tiny villa. And besides, I really have no idea what you want, mostly because you can't ever tell me what you're really thinking. And what about Rose? And Mike? Let's face it; you've come on holiday with your girlfriend, the sleeping arrangements are dire, and we've ended up sneaking out in the middle of the night and camping at the pool – it's hardly an ideal situation."

Gary – "You're right. Of course we can't stay here all night, I don't know what I was thinking. I'm sorry. But can we stay just a little while longer?"

Miranda – "Ok. Half an hour…"

TILLY AND STEVIE'S SEARCH

Stevie and Tilly turn into the next street and find themselves in the middle of a Fiesta type of celebration. Although they are concerned about Gary and Miranda, they don't think it will hurt to just see what's going on…

Tilly – "Oh wowsers Stevie, it's absolument amazingdons! Real Espagna, we must join!"

Stevie – "Oh definitely – thank goodness I changed out of my onesie!"

Two very hot young Spanish men greet Tilly and Stevie and they are soon dancing with everyone else.

ROSE AND MIKE'S SEARCH

Rose and Mike head off towards the seafront. They walk together in silence, thinking; gradually putting two and two together.

Mike – "Rose."

Rose – "I know what you're going to say."

Mike – "It might not be the case."

Rose – "It's too much of a coincidence. They've always had a thing for each other. I know Gary hated you being with Miranda."

Mike – "Well, Gary should have taken a look at what he already had…you're really beautiful Rose."

Rose – "Mike?"

Mike – "Sorry."

Rose – "No, don't apologise. Come on, let's get back, this is a wild goose chase."

Rose and Mike start to walk back towards the complex. It's very dark and there is little street lighting. Rose stumbles and twists her ankle badly.

Mike – "Rose, oh my gosh, are you ok?"

Rose – "It's really painful, I'm not sure I can walk on it. Can we stop for a minute?"

Mike – "Of course, here, sit down on this wall."

Mike is very gallant, he takes off his sweater to wrap around Rose's shoulders to keep her warm. After ten minutes Rose tries to walk again, but it's too painful.

Mike – "Let me support you, can you walk if you lean on me?"

Rose – "Ouch! No, I'm sorry, I can't."

Mike – "Well, we have to get you back. Please forgive me…"

And with that, Mike gently lifts Rose up, and slowly walks back up to the complex with her in his arms.

Rose – "Mike!"

Mike – "Rose, you couldn't stay out here all night! And you're as light as a feather. We'll back in a moment."

AT THE POOL

Miranda – "Ok, half an hour is up. We have to go in."

Gary – "Come on then."

They reluctantly take their things and begin to walk slowly back to the villa. As they get to the path they hear footsteps and quickly move into the shadows.

Gary – "Shhh!"

Miranda – (whispers) "Who is it? Security?"

Gary – "I don't know…oh hang on…I don't believe it…it's Mike and Rose!"

Gary and Miranda are astonished to see Mike walking back to the villa with Rose in his arms. As they approach, Gary pulls Miranda further into the shadows so that they are not seen. They can clearly hear Rose and Mike.

Rose – "Oh Mike, I don't know what I would have done without you. You're ever so strong."

Mike – "It's nothing, really."

Rose – "Mike…"

Mike – "Yes?"

Rose – "Kiss me."

Mike doesn't need asking twice. Miranda and Gary witness a very tender embrace between Rose and Mike.

Mike – "Let's go in."

Mike carries Rose to the villa and they go in.

Gary/Miranda – "Blimey!"

Gary/Miranda – "I know!"

Gary/Miranda – "Oh no, we're Chris and Allison! Said it at the same time!"

Miranda puts her hand over Gary's mouth.

Miranda – "Ok, one at a time. Me first. OH MY GOD!"

Gary – "So I guess we don't need to feel quite so guilty anymore."

Miranda – "Oh, certainly not!"

Gary – "So we can go back to the pool and watch the sun rise?"

Miranda – "Well, I certainly don't want to go back to the villa just yet – we will definitely be interrupting!"

Gary – "Great. And Miranda, I did take on board what you said earlier. I know I'm rubbish at telling you how I feel – though you're not much better either, I have to say!"

Miranda – "Gary…"

Gary – "Just let me finish Miranda, I'm on a roll here. Look, what I mean is, I really hated seeing you with Mike. I know he's a nice guy and everything, but I was just so jealous. And with Rose it was easy, no emotional baggage, just mindless fun, except I got completely bored…What I'm trying to say…badly… is… I love you Miranda. I've always loved you. And I think…well, I hope…you feel the same?"

Miranda – "Oh Gary, what you said was just perfect. Yes, I do feel the same. Exactly the same. Let's go back to the pool."

Gary – "But just before we go…"

Gary gently pushes Miranda against the wall and kisses her.

Gary – "Sorry, but I was worried you might change your mind again…"

Miranda – "I won't. Promise. You do realise that we'll have to face them both in the morning though?"

Gary – "Yes, but tonight let's just forget about everyone else. We can worry about the confrontation tomorrow…"

Gary takes Miranda's hand and they walk back to the pool.