So I wanted to upload another one for you right away. Hope you forgive me for being such a lazy ass writer. Here's chapter 17 for you awesome followers and readers

Chapter 17-A Week Later

BECK's POV

It's been a week since the last time Tori cried. She's still a bit reserved but at least she smiles, talks and eats better now. She would sit with us when Jade isn't and when Jade sits with us, Tori stays quiet, eats fast then makes up some excuse to leave the table right away. Tori hasn't asked about Ryder but I can tell it still crushes her to see Ryder and Jade walk around school hand in hand. I notice how she holds her breath when she sees them and then turn around to avoid bumping into them. Every time I saw this I wanted to pull her into a hug but I wouldn't cause more rumors to float around. There's enough rumors going around as it is. Tori stands up for herself but this is just taking the fight out of her. I know what's going through her mind. She thinks she's the girlfriend easily forgotten and suddenly replaced by someone who wasn't even supposed to be anyway tied to her boyfriend. For her, Ryder is still her boyfriend but from my perspective and I'm sure form Ryder's too, that wasn't the case anymore. I just wish Tori will get over this soon. I can make her happy no doubt about it because that's all I want to do for her. We're shooting the movie in a month which is summer for us and then we comeback for senior year. Jade and I officially broke up last week too and I can't explain how relieved I am despite feeling the hurt that she didn't even try to get back together with me. It was as if that's what she actually wanted to happen. Whatever, if she's happy with Ryder then fine by me. I just wish Tori didn't have to get hurt. I was putting stuff into my locker when Tori walked up to me and I immediately felt a smile tug on the corner of my lips.

"Hey." I greeted Tori. She smiled and it already seemed like she wasn't hurting. The smile she gave me was exactly Tori would give me before all this craziness happened.

"Hey. I was wondering if you had any plans today?"

I casually leaned on my locker and folded my arm underneath each other.

"Is Tori Vega asking me out?" Tori rolled her eyes and I chuckled. I love how things between us can be so comfortable after I thought I was friend zoned last week. The thought almost made me laugh.

"Yes, Beck Oliver. I guess I am." She tipped her head a bit to the side causing her hair to follow and the smell of her shampoo wafted in the space between us. It took a lot of self-control for me not to close my eyes and breathe her scent in. I would've looked like a freak if I did that in the middle of the school hallway.

"What do you have in mind?" Tori hitched her shoulder bag a bit higher. She still had her arms full of books and I reached forward and took the books from her. She let me take it and a smile formed. I walked towards her locker and she turned the combo in.

I stuff her books in and now she's the one leaning on her locker.

"I was thinking if you wanted to see the movie showing in the theatre right now. It's a comedy and Andre said it was good."

"Sounds good. Let's do it. We can get something to eat at Nozu."

"But you don't like Nozu much."

"I know but you do so we'll go there." I smiled my one sided smile that always made her blush which she did. She tucked her hair behind her ear and lowered her head to cover up the obvious blush coloring her perfect cheek bones.

I grab her hand and lead her to my car. We drove to the theatre and it was almost empty. It was a good idea that we didn't wait until after rush hour. It would be packed later. Tori paid for the tickets and I paid for the popcorn, M&Ms and the large soda that we agreed to share. The lady at the concession stand hands me 2 straws and I told her one is fine. The two of us took our seat at the upper part of the theatre. No one else was here aside from the group of teenagers down below, a couple to our left and another couple a few rows behind us. The trailers started and I poured the M&Ms into the popcorn bucket. I know Tori likes the combination but before I do, I took out the yellow and orange M&Ms that she doesn't like. I put them in my hand and ate all of them at once. Tori was looking at me as I was doing this.

"How did you know?" She asked me with her mouth slightly ajar.

"I'm your best friend. I pay attention." I handed her the popcorn bucket after shaking it a bit. She took it from me her gaze not leaving me. I smiled at her and turned my attention to the screen although I was well aware that she was still staring at me. The movie started and I felt Tori shift in her seat to face the screen. Halfway through, we were both laughing. This movie is hilarious and the main character reminded me of Andre. I leaned closer to Tori.

"Doesn't he remind you of Andre?" I whispered her ear. Tori sucked a breath in. Do I really do that to her?

"Y-yeah. It totally does. Maybe that's why he told me it was good. I wonder if he saw himself when he watched this."

"I bet he did. That is so how he would act around Trina."

Tori let out a low chuckle and nodded her head. Tori put the now empty popcorn bucket down and crossed her legs. She wraps her arm around her and rubbed up and down. I took notice of this and removed my jacket. I put it around her without any word and left my right arm around her. Tori looked up at me again and I smiled at her. She smiled back and nestled closer to me before turning her attention back to the screen. Another 15 minutes into the movie and we already knew who ends up with whom. I don't usually like romantic comedies but because this movie is consistent with the humor and the fact that I was watching it with Tori makes it very bearable. I removed my arm around Tori a few minutes ago when she shifted again. We were sitting side by side again and her hand was sitting on the arm rest. I didn't even hesitate. I intertwined our finger and kissed the back of her hand. I put our hand on my lap and started drawing circles at the back of her hand with my thumb. Tori didn't seem to mind that I was holding her hand. We've held hands a thousand times but this feels different because we both know that we're attracted to each other. I look to my right and found a pair of mesmerizing hazel eyes staring back at me. I took in the way she was looking at me and I felt my chest tighten because as much as I want this girl, I still couldn't make her mine. My left hand went up to stroke her cheek. Tori closed her eyes and took a deep breath. I let my gaze fall on her lips and I could tell she was waiting for me too. I slowly guided her face towards mine and pressed a kiss on her lips. My hand tangled in her hair and my other hand released the hold on hers and it immediately went to the other side of her face. I held her there letting our lips communicate. There was a small rumble that came from my throat and that seemed to excite her. Tori deepened the kiss and I obliged to kiss her back. I was about to lose control so I slowly broke the kiss. Tori slowly opened her eyes. We just stared at each other; both of us thinking how great that felt. I didn't even care about the couple a few rows behind us. I gave Tori another kiss on the cheek and she put her head on my shoulder. This time she was the one who intertwined our fingers. I felt her head lift and looked at her.

"What's wrong?" My brow furrowed when I asked her. She smiled at me so sweetly.

"I didn't think it was possible right now, but I'm really happy, Beck." That warmed my entire being. I make her happy which exactly what I want and what she totally deserve.

"I'm happy, too, Tori. Happier than I have ever been."

"I just wish I would feel this way for good."

"You can, Tori. You know what you have to do to make that happen."

"I know, Beck. I just need a little bit more time."

"I know and I'll be there the whole time, holding your hand. Things will work out, trust me."

"I do, more than anything else."

"I won't let anything hurt you anymore. I promise."

"You don't have to do anything aside from just being my Beck."

I felt my stomach dip when she claimed me. I know right now it's still on the best friend stage but I'm hoping soon it will be more than that. I loved everything about her. I loved the way she feels against my lips and that makes me look forward to the movie shoot. I'm sure it'll come out good.

The movie ended after another half hour. The lights went on in the theatre and we stood up to leave. I took her hand and lead her out. When we opened the door, we bumped into Ryder and Jade. They were laughing and were holding hands just like Tori and I are. The moment they realized who they bumped into, both of them fell silent. Tori did the unexpected. She smiled at them.

"Hey guys! You're going to enjoy the movie. It was great, wasn't it Beck?" Jade and Ryder looked at me then looked at our hands then back at me. I played it cool like I usually do.

"Yeah, it's hilarious. Awesome romantic comedy." I ran my hand through my hair.

"But you never liked romantic comedies." Jade said sternly. She seemed to bore holes on Tori's face but not the angry kind she usually gives. It was more like guilt was plastered on her face.

"People change, Jade." I nonchalantly replied then gave a knowing look at Ryder. He caught my stare and flinched. I wasn't expecting him to react. I'm very good at reading people and I knew right away he was hiding something. His gaze fell on Tori who was trying her best to keep the smile on face.

"That was fast." Jade was now looking at me.

"I should say the same." I raised my eyebrows at her and the way she's tangled to Ryder' arm.

"Well, we better get going, Beck. You guys enjoy." I let Tori pull me away. Once we were inside my car, Tori broke down in tears. She put her head on top of her legs and covered her eyes with her hands. Her shoulders were quaking from her sobbing and I did the only thing I could. I pulled her on top of my lap and cradled her. I let her cry on my shirt until she was done. I was rubbing her back to help her calm down.

"He really doesn't see me anymore, Beck. He has really forgotten me. I saw it in his eyes, Beck. I can never get him back. He has let me go." Tori said in between sobs. I felt so angry right now. I know it was coincidence that we bumped into each other but the fact that he was causing Tori pain made me want to go back there and settle this. Jade wasn't much of a help either. She just stood there wrapped around Ryder. The least she could have done was break away from his hold but she just stood there. It was like she wanted to rub it in.

"He doesn't love me anymore, Beck. I lost him and he's never coming back. What did I do to deserve this? I wasn't a bad girlfriend, was I? This is my fault; I shouldn't have said those things about his brother."

What the hell?! She's blaming herself now? My anger doubled.

"Shh..It's not your fault, Tori. You weren't anything but perfect for him Tori. It's not your fault that he didn't realize that. He's an idiot for not seeing how great you are."

Tori shook in my arms. She was wiping her tears with the sleeves of her shirt. No make-up ran down her face. She barely wore make-up and still she's so beautiful. Tori just stayed in my arms even when she was already calm. We just sat there in silence. Tori sat up.

"It seems like a lost cause already, Beck. I'm tired and I don't want to fight for it anymore. I'm done. I'm done hurting."

"You have no idea how good that sounds to me. Just know that I'm here for you."

"I know and I look forward to moving on knowing that there's someone to look forward to."

I kissed her cheek and wiped the wetness from her face. I was beyond happy now. This was what I was waiting for. Tori and I can be happy together. I'm so glad Tori chose to finally move on. This would be the start of a great time with Tori, no drama, no tears and no more fighting. I hope.

A/N: Ahhhhh! Are they officially gonna get together? Will there really be no more complications? Will they really be happy from now on? Hold your horses for the next chapter!