Chapter 4

Carlos walked back into the auditorium. He knew that guy DA was locking lips with was bad news, why couldn't she see it? "Hey, Carlos!" Keesha called out. "Get DA. They're about to announce the results." Carlos looked over and shook his head. "No. She's a bit held up." Ralphie ran over and saw Carlos gesture outside. "That guy doesn't even go to our school..." He began. Carlos shrugged. "I don't trust me." Ralphie raised an eyebrow and turned to Keesha. "Is it just me, or is Carlos jealous?" "Jealous?!" Carlos snapped. "What planet are you on?" He asked. Keesha nodded. "Oh yeah. Now sweet innocent DA is kissing someone..." Carlos shot them a warning look. "That's enough out of you two." He warned. They were about to say something else, when DA ran in, her hair messier then usual and her lipstick was smudged. "Did they announce the results?" She asked. Ralphie shook his head. "You made it in time." At that point, the principal came forward. "Now, for the finals..." He went on to list different bands, including, Carlos' Girls. "And finally, Drug-X!" Ralphie, Carlos and DA slapped each other five as their friends congratulated them. At one point, Keesha whispered something in Ralphie's ear, making his face go red and run out of the building, practically yanking her with him. "Celebratory sex." Carlos mouthed, causing everyone to laugh. "Actually... Now that I'm on the topic..." He looked around, until he found a girl dressed in the skimpiest outfit ever and went over to her. In five seconds flat, they were out. DA rolled her eyes, and turned back to the others. "So... Who's your boyfriend?" Wanda asked. Dorothy Ann froze. "His name is Judd. He's a winner from Joggerbrooke high. We just hooked up, nothing special." Wanda snickered. "Well, he's right behind you." Turning in surprise, DA was met with Judd's gentle smile. "Dorothy Ann?" He began. "Can I talk to you?" While that was happening, Carlos and his flavour of the week were making out passionately on the bed. Breaking apart, the girl battered her eyes. "How does it feel to have advanced in the battle of the bands?" Carlos grinned. "It's great! Next time, though, Dorothy Ann is going to be singing." The girl rolled her eyes. "That shouldn't concern you. What you SHOULD be thinking of is the colour thong I have on." "Red?" Carlos asked. "No." She giggled. "Pink?" The girl shook her head. "Come on, DA, tell me." Carlos whined, then realized what he said. "DA?" The girl shrieked, disgusted. She got up and headed to the door. "I have to go." When the door slammed shut, Carlos flopped down on his bed. "Why did I DO that?" He yelled. Closing his eyes, he imagined DA, smiling at him, her blue eyes twinkling, and her soft blond hair, flowing around her face. "Oh, great." Carlos hissed. "No... Ralphie's just under my skin." He went to his bedroom window and found himself staring at the star he helped get DA for her birthday. "Yeah, she's just a friend." Changing into his pyjamas, he went into his bed and fell asleep. That night. He dreamt he and DA were on an icy-looking stage. She was wearing a gorgeous white and blue dress. In instinct, Carlos ran over to her. "DA." He gently whispered. She looked up. "It's the finale. Are you ready?" Carlos nodded. Suddenly, music began to play. DA turned, smiled sweetly

DA: From this moment life has begun

C: From this moment you are the one

DA: Right beside you

B: is where I belong

From this moment on

As Carlos let his dream unfold, he wondered why it was THIS song he and DA were singing.

C: From this moment, I have been blessed

DA: I live only, for your happiness

C: And for your love,

B: I give my last breath

From this moment on

DA: I give my hand to you with all my heart

C: I can't wait to live my life with you

I can't wait to start

B: You and I will never be apart

My dreams came true because of you

DA: From this moment,

B: as long as I live

I will love you, I promise you this

There is nothing, I wouldn't give

From this moment on

DA took Carlos by the hand, and, to his surprise, they started dancing. Carlos was puzzled. He never had these kind of dreams involving DA before, why now?

DA: You're the reason I believe in love

C: And you're the answer to my prayers from up above

B: All we need is just the two of us

My dreams came true because of you

From this moment, as long as I live I will love you, I promise you this

There is nothing, I wouldn't give

From this moment,

DA: I will love you

C: I will love you

DA: As long as I live

B: from this moment on

When the last notes were sung, Carlos couldn't help but notice DA was leaning in to him. Gulping, Carlos leaned in. He was half aware he was about to kiss DA, and he didn't mind. They were about to kiss when... "Carlos!" Carlos's eyes snapped open to Mikey by the side of his bed. "Phone's for you. It's Ralphie." Carlos stretched and went to the phone. Trying to ignore his dream.