A/N: Hey all. So, I was quicker with this chapter because I wasn't a lazy bum this time, lol. This chapter could technically be considered the final chapter of the story actually, if you wanted it to be. I may or may not however, do an epilogue of the story. Now, since this story now takes place in November, I was thinking of doing the epilogue as a Christmas scene that talks about how Tori and Andre spend Christmas together, you know? Again, it's just an idea. I'm still deciding. But if you want to read one, definitely tell me, and I'll consider it.

Before you read this chapter, please note that I did retitle the story, lol. Don't judge my title, I'm no good at titles. :P I also re-uploaded and re-titled my other chapters, and edited, hopefully all the typos out. As well as that, I made a subtle little change in the last chapter. Whereas I said they'd be getting food and hanging out last time, this time, they are just hanging out somewhere. I did it for a good reason, which you'll see by the atmosphere the new setting for their hangout place creates. So yeah, not a huge deal, but may be something to be aware of :)

Anyways, enough blabbing. Let's get on with the good stuff. And so, I bring you, the fourth (and could also be last) chapter of this story! I personally think this chapter is one of my better ones. Anyways, I hope you like it! :D

Disclaimer: I am not gonna say it again.

Chapter 4: Reunion

Tori sat on a bench in a community park, waiting for Andre to show up. She looked at her watch. 6:30 p.m. In approximately half an hour, she would, for the first time in four years, meet her best friend once again. She could hardly wait to see him. She had missed him more than she would ever admit. She wondered how much Andre had changed. Did he grow taller? More buff, if that was possible? Tori had always had a thing for muscles, and ever since meeting him, she had never seen ones more perfect than Andre's.

She couldn't help but question how Andre had been doing for the past six months or so ever since they all got out of college. She had listened to and watched the news frequently to see if she could catch a glimpse of Andre live-performing, or possibly in an interview, but never came across any. She had hoped that he would be doing better than she was. He had to be. After all, it wasn't every day that one came across someone as talented as Andre. She had always admired how he was able to turn just about anything into a song, and with seemingly little effort. She had always remembered Andre being awarded "Best Songwriter in Hollywood Arts" at the end of the year assembly every year. She remembered that one time, when he had scored a D on one of his songs, and how harshly he took it. Even though she knew he was being too serious about it, she had comforted him, and let him know that he had been severely underestimated.

It was during moments like those especially that Tori badly wanted to show him her love, and that she would always be there for him when he needed a shoulder to lean on. She had wanted him to feel secure with her, and that no matter what, there would always be one person in this world who would always be on his side, and support him through all difficulties getting in his way. But she had always opted out, in fear of rejection, and ruining the best friendship she ever had, and also the best one she knew she ever would have. The moment earlier today when she had found out that Andre returned her feelings was the first time she had genuinely smiled ever since she had last seen him. She had smiled so much today that her cheek muscles had eventually become sore and numb. She did not know exactly what it was about today that had finally motivated her to that point, but she was glad that it had happened. Perhaps tonight, something could finally happen between them.

Still, tonight brought with it anxiety as well as happiness and excitement. Would things really go as smoothly as planned, or would both of them try to avoid eye contact due to the confessions from earlier today? Was a relationship even possible anymore, after they had been out of contact for four years? Did they really still feel that way about each other, or were they both only stuck in the past? And most importantly, was a relationship good for their friendship? What would happen if it didn't work out? Tori did not want to risk losing Andre all over something like that, especially just after getting her best friend back into her life. She couldn't imagine trying to live without him.

Tori breathed out a sigh, as her conflicting thoughts continued their debate. Regardless of what happened tonight, she knew one thing was for sure – things had definitely changed between them. Hopefully, it was for the better.

Resting her thoughts aside, Tori looked around for Andre again, squinting to try to see back down the small, dimly-lit street where she had parked. Even though it was only a little into November, darkness had begun to settle quite early. Tori had always loved the beautiful autumn season, especially the longer nights it brought about. The darkness, cooler temperatures, and the many other wonder of the season, such as its colors and smells created an environment that was easy for Tori to simply relax in. It helped relieve her of all her worries and stress, and allowed her to simply enjoy her time.

Not seeing anyone approaching, Tori turned her attention back to her surroundings and smiled to herself as she became absorbed into them. It was a beautiful evening. The moon and the stars were completely visible, and there was not a single cloud in sight. A light cool autumn breeze blew through the park, gently brushing and moving her hair. The air smelled of autumn grass and ripened fruit. The shadows of nearby trees and other objects were completely visible in the moonlight. In the distance, Tori could faintly hear the flow of the river passing through the parl. Moonlight glimmered of the crystal glassy surface of a nearby lake. Everything was in perfect harmony, and flowed together. Nature was extremely talented at writing music.

Tori closed her eyes, as she leaned back and relaxed, letting go of all her worries from earlier. Well, she thought happily, I'm sure everything will be just fine.

Tori opened her eyes to the feel of someone petting her head gently. She turned her head, and saw that she was lying on a bench on someone's lap. Briefly remembering where she was and why she was there, Tori sat up, rubbing the sleepiness out of her eyes. She then turned her attention towards the young man sitting beside her, and smiled when she saw his face. The man smiled back at her, as she opened her arms, and leaned towards him, wrapping them around his muscular body. All the while, he mirrored her actions exactly, engulfing her in a warm, tight hug that she melted into, for what must have been five whole minutes. Only when they finally released each other, did anyone speak.

"Hey Andre! I've missed you. I've missed you sooo much! Glad to see you haven't changed. How are you?"

"I've missed you too, Tori. You have no idea how hard it was to get through college without my best friend. You obviously haven't changed that much yourself. Still my pretty Latina, as I always remembered you."

Tori felt herself blush at the last comment, as she playfully poked Andre in the ribs. "Oh quit it, and answer my question, will you? How are you?"

Andre laughed at her silliness, glad to see that she was still the Tori he knows and loves. "I've been fine, I'd say. How have you been yourself?"

Tori looked at her best friend who she knew only too well, as she noticed something that usually wasn't present in his facial features as he answered her question. Even though he had a smile on, there was a hint of something else. He looked – troubled.

"I'm fine. Andre, is everything okay? You seem bothered by my question." Tori remarked, genuinely concerned about him. Her concern for Andre had never faded over the past years, even after being apart from him for so long.

Andre sighed, as he looked back at his best friend. Seeing as how she could read him so well, he decided to just tell her the truth. "I haven't gotten anywhere since I got out of college. I'm completely living by myself, and working two part-time jobs just so I can pay my bills. I've lost all my inspiration for writing songs, Tori. No record companies will hire me. I'm off to a really rough start. Things aren't what I expected them to be at all."

Tori was taken aback. Out of all possible things he could have told her, she was certainly not expecting something like this. She had always thought that Andre would be the least likely to end up in this situation out of the six of them, because he was always so committed and serious about his passions and talents. Yet here they were, and it seemed that he was in just as unlucky of a position as she was. And even though she would never admit it, the thought brought her a bit of reassurance. "Don't worry Andre, you're not alone."

Andre stared at her in slight disbelief. "You mean…?"

Tori nodded, as she smiled a sad smile. "I haven't gotten anywhere either since I got out of college. I've tried auditioning to just about everywhere, but none of the record label companies need a singer right now. I'm also living alone, and working part time jobs to pay my bills. The worst part of it is expecting it to be easy after college. But no, it's a major struggle."

Andre nodded in agreement. "I don't know how much longer this'll last, but I do know that I can't really stand it anymore. This is honestly just about the biggest letdown that I've ever been through."

"Yeah, I know, me too," Tori admitted. "But to be honest, I was never expecting you to be in my position with me. I don't know anyone else who can pull a song out of thin air whenever he wants to."

Andre sighed. "I've lost all my inspiration, Tori. It used to be so easy, but not anymore. I don't know why, it just happened. Besides, my mind was preoccupied the whole time, and I wasn't in the right mood to be writing songs."

Understanding what Andre meant by his last sentence, Tori felt the familiar rush of nervousness and anxiety she had felt earlier. She gently touched his hands with hers to get his full attention, and linked them together. She then carefully asked the question that had been nagging at the back of her mind the whole day now, slightly fearful of the possible responses and reactions she may get out of him. "Andre, what are we exactly?"

Andre stared into her eyes as the same feeling of nervousness washed over him. He unconsciously squeezed her hands and played with her fingers, while trying to work up a proper response in his mind. Was a relationship what he really wanted with Tori? Or was it simply him rushing things? What would it do to their friendship, if anything? Would it even work out well? And most of all, what if things didn't work out? Would that be it for the best friendship he ever had? Or would both of them look beyond it remain as friends?

The last thought made it difficult especially. While he desperately ached for a relationship between then and had for a while now, he did not want any more possibilities to drive his best friend out of his life after just getting her back. And while he was well aware that his and Tori's friendship had and could last through just about anything, Andre knew that relationships can and have torn apart even the strongest guy-girl friendships. With with his luck recently, he could easily make a selfish move and put their friendship on the line with all the other ones.

"I don't know Tori," Andre answered honestly, after pondering it for a few moments. "What do you think we are?"

Tori bit her lip. She had been hoping that she wouldn't have the question thrown back at her, and was intending on going with whatever Andre had agreed upon. "Me neither," she admitted.

A prolonged silence fell upon the two friends, as they continued to sit on the bench, engulfed by the darkness while both sorting out their thoughts. Each thought back to the phone conversation they had just that morning, and recalled the confessions that had been passed around. Each reflected back to their feelings for the other back in high school, and how strong they really were. Most importantly, each acknowledged how much they still wanted something to happen, and what they were willing to do to make it happen. As they both organized their thoughts, they continued to stare into each other's eyes, while never breaking the link they had created with their hands. As if by releasing their grips, they'd be taken away from each other again. As if breaking their connection, they would be separated forever.

And for a few moments, they both remained in their respective positions, lost in their thoughts, in the darkness, in the silence, and in their surroundings. An environment of moonlight and shadows. Of cool, gentle, sweet-smelling autumn breeze. Of the rhythmic flow of the river, and the glimmering moonbeams reflecting off of the glassy, crystal surface of the lake. Both of them relaxed as the surroundings sedated them free of their thoughts and stresses. Each began to simply enjoy the other's presence, as smiles formed on both their lips. All the while, they continued to hold hands, never for a second loosening their grips on each other, as their gazes into each other's eyes grew more intense by the second.

Then, as if someone had set off a spark, the surroundings had suddenly begun to heat up. No longer could the cool autumn breeze be felt, as the warmth enclosed them. The grips they possessed on each other's hands tightened, as they both smiled wider than they ever thought was humanly possible. Tori and Andre both felt their heartbeats speed up to a level never experienced before by either, as the warmth around them continued to intensify. They slowly leaned towards each other, knowing what was going to happen next, and how much it would change their relationship. But at that moment, neither of them could stop. What was about to happen was long overdue.

The moment their lips made contact, the warmth engulfing them reached a climax level. Their surroundings vanished as both felt an intense shower of hot sparks never felt before anywhere else. Their minds left their bodies, as any last doubts towards their actions were completely washed away. Both Tori and Andre felt an intense happiness deep inside their rapidly-beating hearts that could have only been described as love, as their lips moved together in perfect harmony. They wrapped their arms around each other, each holding the other close by, never wishing to let go. They ran their hands through each other's hair, never for a second interrupting their kiss, which grew in intensity with each extra second it lasted. And for two whole minutes, they remained that way, the only ones in the entire universe, moving together as one undividable entity, as they savoured their first ever kiss they shared with each other for what seemed like an eternity, as a second became outstretched to an hour. Only when the need to breathe could no longer be ignored, did they pull apart, both taking in massive quantities of air to make up for what they had neglected.

Tori and Andre continued to gaze into each other's eyes after catching their breaths, the smiles never fading from their facial features. At first, neither of them spoke, in fear of disturbing the peaceful silence that still loomed around.

"Well," Andre began after another few minutes of silence. "I guess that answers your question, doesn't it?"

"It sure does. It's been nice seeing you again after four long, slow, and painful years, boyfriend." Tori said the last part with a knowing smile.

Andre looked back at her with the same knowing smile. "I've missed you too, girlfriend. I'm so glad you called me this morning. Thanks."

"Hey, anything for the most amazing best friend and love ever!"

"Why are you talking about yourself all the time, Tori Vega?" Andre said the last part with a wink, earning a playful slap on his arm.

Tori laughed. "Oh, shush will you? Stop talking, and just come here."

Andre smiled. "With pleasure." And with that, the two shared another long, passionate kiss, becoming the only two in the universe once again.

A/N: So what did you all think of this chapter? I'm not the best at writing make-out scenes, I know. I really tried to make it emotional and not cheesy or cliche, but I don't know how good it was. What do you all think of it? Oh, and remember, if any of you do want me to write an epilogue, tell me. You know I love to hear from you - review please! :)