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#2 Fall For You
#2 Fall For You
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•🇨🇭🇦🇵🇹🇪🇷 1•
*Zac gets dressed & runs quickly down the stairs into the kitchen…*
Zac: Love you back! *runs out the door & hops into Ashley’s car* Did I mention how
much I love your new car?
*Ashley laughs & turns up the music playing on her car radio & they drive off to school…
*
At school…
*Ashley & Zac are laughing & walking together in the hallway, when they hear people
call their names. They turn around seeing Demi & Selena. They all hug each other
excitedly…*
Ash: Seriously?
Sel: ANYWAYS
*They all face in the direction Ashley looks & see Vanessa with her new boyfriend…*
David: *walks over to them & looks in the same direction* Yeah, I see him too
Ash: We’re too annoying now for her to ignore. Well, you are, babe *turns to Zac*
V: Eh hem? *holds onto her boyfriend’s arm tightly* Just thought I’d come by and
introduce you all to Taylor. My boyfriend *puts her hand onto his chest*
*Then Demi & Selena push through them all to get in front of Taylor…*
Tay: Alright. Nice to meet you all *smiles at Ashley while walking off with Vanessa*
Zac: Oh my god enough you two *looks at his schedule* Let’s see, I have English first
period…
Dave: *turns to Demi & Selena* You ladies mind if I walk you to your classes?
*Zac & Ashley are chatting before class starts. After a few minutes their Teacher Mr.
Reese tells everyone to settle down…*
Mr. Reese: Alright everyone, I hope you all had a great summer vacation and—
Mr. Reese: Yes, I am young man, and what is your name? *grabs the attendance paper*
Zac: Taylor
Mr. Reese: *looks at his attendance paper* Ah, yes, you’re in the correct room. Please,
take a seat
Tay: *sits behind Ashley* So you’re the fantastic Ashley, Vanessa talks about…
Ash: *turns around & whispers to him* Those words actually came out of Vanessa’s
mouth?
Tay: *whispers back* I may have sugar-coated it a bit *crinkles his nose*
Ash: *laughs*
Zac: *interrupts* Heeey there. Taylor? We haven’t been properly introduced *reaches
his hand over Ashley’s desk to shake Taylor’s* I’m Zac—her boyfriend *gives Taylor a
firm handshake*
Zac: Oh, it’s going great. Just great *gives Taylor a stern look*
Mr. Reese: EH HEM, you three, in the back, must I have to separate you already?
Mr. Reese: *raises an eyebrow at him* Well good. Now as I was saying…*continues to
talk to the class*
Ash: *chuckles*
Later at lunch …
Zac: *sits down next to Ashley* Sooo, got any more classes with BIMBO?
Ash: *laughs & rolls her eyes* If you’re referring to Taylor, then yes. Chemistry class
Zac: Oh…*folds his hands together & acts all calm* How’s that going?
Ash: Pretty boring actually, and it’s only the first day too, so…
Dave: Heeey you two *smiles at them, then sits down at the table*
Ash: Heya
Zac: SUP man. SO uh, are you like going to just hang out with us from now on and be our
friend…and all?
Dave: Yep, that’s what I was hoping *takes a bite out of his sandwich & looks at them*
Do you not want me here?
Dave: Sweet
Demi: *follows not too far behind Selena* Sorry we’re late
Zac: *waves at them* Yeah hi *turns to Ash* So what are you doing in Chem.?
Ash: *gives Zac an annoyed look* Uuuh, so far? We’re just introducing ourselves, that’s
all. So, you can chill
Ash: *waves her hand carelessly* Oh, he’s all worried about Taylor being in my Chem.
class
Zac: *rolls his eyes while the girls chat & turns to David*
Dave: *puts his hand on Zac’s shoulder* Don’t worry dude. Taylor will be old news
before you know it
Dave: Protective?
Dave: Dude, it’ll be fine. Ash is a big girl. She can take care of herself
Zac: I know *looks over at Ashley chatting with Selena & Demi*
At home…
*Zac walks into his house & sees his mom reading a book on the living room couch…*
Zac: Great! Now that I’m not the new kid anymore! *smiles then sighs*
Mom: *laughs* Well that’s good news…. *sees his distressed look* So if it was so great
what’s up with your face now?
Mom: *raises her eyebrows at him & looks at him in an amusing way* Tell me
Zac: Eh
Mom: Zachary…
Zac: *sits next to his mom* OKAY. Well, you remember that Vanessa girl, right?
Mom: Can’t forget her. What’s she up to?
Zac: Well, she got a new boyfriend. His name’s Taylor. He seems to think he’s “all that”
and has all these girls hovering over him—maybe even Ashley. And he oh so happens to
be in her Chemistry class—which I’m not thrilled one bit about FYI
Mom: *gives him a caring look* It’s alright sweetie. How bout we make some popcorn
and then talk about it some more
•🇨🇭🇦🇵🇹🇪🇷 2•
Tuesday morning…
At School…
*The usual gang are all hanging out together. Taylor joins them & tells some
entertaining stories…*
Vanessa: *walks over to them all & wraps her arm around Taylor’s arm* Hey, sexy
V: Same to you *pokes his bicep then gives Zac & Ashley glares* Let’s go somewhere
alone so we can…*raises her eyebrows*
Ash: Bye!
Ash: What?
Zac: We dislike Vanessa, he’s with Vanessa. Why must we be friendly with him?
Zac: Like standing here listening to him all morning wasn’t enough?
Dave: Later
Ash: *looks at Zac for a minute* You ready for first period?
Zac: Sure
*Everyone’s sitting at their desks. Zac & Ashley are talking when Taylor interrupts…*
Ash: *laughs nervously* He’s just a little tired, aren’t you? *glares at Zac*
Tay: No worries
At home…
Mom: *notices him making weird notices when he walks in* Hey sweetie…what’s…
going on?
Zac: NOTHING
Mom: Ya sure?
Zac: POSITIVE
Mom: Well, okY. And a heads up, Fred is coming over soon—
Mom: Zachary
At Lunch on Monday…
*Ashley notices for the past few days Zac hasn’t been his usual outgoing self…*
Vanessa: *walks over to their table* Hey, can we sit with you guys? Taylor wants to…
Ash: *looks up at them from her seat* I don’t see any harm in it
Ash: *whispers back* You don’t want “gorgeous” Taylor to sit with us?
Dem: Yeah, shut up, Sel
Ash: Zac?
David: *shakes his head* Dude’s been weird this whole week
Tay: *sniffs his own breath* Hope it wasn’t me? *sits down in Zac’s seat next to Ashley*
Ash: Nothing!
*Demi eyes Taylor & Ashley closely then runs out of the cafeteria, looking for Zac. She
sees him pacing by the boy’s bathroom. She runs over to him…*
Dem: HEY
Zac: AH…hey
Dem: Well finally SOMEONE says it. He’s all over Ashley
Sel: *points at them both* Did I miss something or is this like some new buddy system
you guys got going on here?
Dem: No!
Zac: I’ll…see you guys back in the café *steps into the bathroom*
Dem: He just needed a little pep talk—why did you leave Ashley?
Dem: Maybe
Ash: Zac!
Zac: Of course!
Ash: *smiles* Okay great! You’ve been acting a bit off this week so just wanted to make
sure…you’re good…we’re good…?
Zac: I need to get a few things from my locker then we’ll go?
At Ashley’s house later evening: They’re on her patio sitting on a swinging chair…
Ash: *starts to take her shirt off* Come on! Don’t be shy
Zac: If you squint your eyes until they’re almost shut it looks like we’re wearing our
swim clothes anyways!
*Zac smirks at her then takes off his shirt but leaves his boxers on & reaches for her
waist pulling them both into the water. Zac pushes her over to the corner of the pool
until he has her back against the wall. They lean in for a long kiss…*
*Zac wraps his arms around her waist tighter pulling her closer to him & kisses her…*
•🇨🇭🇦🇵🇹🇪🇷 3•
Tuesday Morning…
At school…
*Ashley is walking over to her locker & sees Zac leaning against it…*
Zac: Lookin cute *kisses her & moves out of her way*
Ash: *smiles & opens it* Oh Zac… *puts her hand to her mouth & pulls out a necklace
from the box*
Z: Let me help you put it on *wraps it around her neck & locks it in*
Ash: *with her fingertips she holds the half heart shaped charm* So where’s the other
half?
Z: *pulls out from hidden under his shirt the other matching half heart necklace* I have
it *smiles* And on the back of our necklaces they say “love”
Ash: *smiles at him & pulls her heart necklace forward & puts it together with his*
Perfect match *kisses him*
Ash: *shows off her necklace to them* Look what Zac got me!
Dem: *looks over at Zac & smiles while giving him a thumbs up*
At lunch…
Selena: I still think it’s really sweet of you Zac to give Ashley that necklace
Ashley: *walks over to their table & sits down next to Zac* Alright, so today I’m hanging
out with Taylor after school. We’re partners in Chemistry class
Zac: OH?
Dem: OH?
Zac: Sooo, how did this come about—with you and Taylor?
Ash: His
T: Thanks—I know
T: *grins* The walls will have some posters to cover them up. The plan is “soon”
Ash: *chuckles, then sits on his bed comfortably; she bounces up & down*
T: *laughs* Hey, so do you know what Chemistry even is? *sits next to her*
T: I’ll tell you what I do know. So in Chemistry two chemicals attract—*clears his throat*
react, to each other, right? And don’t opposites attract? *moves a little closer*
Ash: I don’t think you understand the concept very well … *says nervously*
T: I think I’ll get the hang of it…soon *he puts his hand on her leg & leans in closer to her
face*
Ash: HEY! *pushes him away & stands up quickly* Knock it off. We’re both in
relationships. You ever heard of being faithful?
T: I’m a little bit of a bad boy *raises his eyebrows giving her a flirty*
Ash: *suspiciously raises her eyebrows at him & sits at his desk chair & table*
T: Phew, I’m sweating *stands up from his bed & takes off his brown and black buttoned
flannel leaving on his black tank top*
Ash: *looks up from her papers* We’re supposed to be creating our own chemistry
related product—not stripping
Ash: Mm hm. I can see where this is heading. I think I’m gonna head out
Ash: Little bit. I’m still leaving. See you tomorrow *gathers her books & avoids eye
contact*
T: Hey, I’m sorry for my behavior…truce? *holds his hand out to shake hers*
Ash: You’re kinda weird, dude. But forgiven *looks at him warily & shakes his hand*
Ash: *blushes a little & shakes her hands away from his* I gotta go. See ya tomorrow
T: See ya
•🇨🇭🇦🇵🇹🇪🇷 4•
In 1st period…
*Zac & Ashley walk into the classroom…*
Zac: Mornin’
Ash: You can greet me only if you acknowledge Zac too *widens her eyes at Taylor*
T: *smirks at her*
At lunch…
Zac: *turns to Ash* So I’m curious why you want Taylor and I to be so “kumbaya” with
each other?
Ash: He’s got a little bit of a crush you could say. He does have a girlfriend, if you’ve
forgotten?
Sel: Oh please
At home…
Mom: *walks out of the living room chuckling* How was school?
Mom: Fred’s making us dinner. I’d appreciate if you made the effort to get to know him
Zac: *rolls his eyes* Fine, I’ll try. I’ll wait upstairs
*Zac is moving his food around on his plate with his fork & not looking up*
Zac: *he notices she’s looking at him, then he drops his fork on his plate* What?
Zac: Why?
Zac: *huffs*
Fred: *walks back into the room* Okay everyone, who wants some delicious jelly filled
cookies?
Mom: I know I want some! Thank you honey *kiss Fred’s cheek* You know Zac, we
should introduce Fred to your girlfriend Ashley tomorrow. Don’t you think—
Zac: UH no
Mom: Zac *gives him a knowingly look*
Zac: Scuse me *leaves the room & walks upstairs to his room*
Fred: Hey no worries. He’s still warming up to me. Just give him more time *rubs her
back with his hand*
Mom: *sighs*
•🇨🇭🇦🇵🇹🇪🇷 5•
*They are all in their seats waiting for Mr. Reese to start class. Taylor walks into the
room…*
Tay: Heeey
Ash: Hi Tay
T: Hi. I like your shirt today *sits down in his seat behind Ash*
Ash: Oh…thanks
At lunch…
Zac: Ello
Demi: *waves*
Dave: Sup?
Ash: Nothing crazy
V: *grabs Ashley’s arm and pulls her away from her table*
Ash: WHAT?
V: IS IT TRUE?
Ash: No! *steps back from Vanessa & crosses her arms*
Ash: From what you’re telling me, yes. And I’m pretty HE was the one hitting on ME…
V: *snickers* Oh Ashley *points in Ashley’s face* Just make sure it doesn’t happen
again, kay?
V: Shhh *raises her index finger near Ashley’s mouth* That’s all! Enjoy your lunch!
*flashes a fake smile at Ashley & walks back to her lunch table*
Ash: *shakes her head & walks back to her table feeling annoyed*
Zac: I MIGHT have spilled my water on your seat a couple minutes ago *laughs hard*
Ash: *sits up from her seat* OH MY GOD *feels the water sink through her skirt* My
butt!
*They all start laughing & Ashley balls up a napkin & throws it at Zac…*
At home…
Zac: *opens the front door* Hey mom I’m home! Ashley’s here!
*Zac & Ashley place down their backpacks but hear no response from Zac’s Mom…*
Zac: Okaaay, this is weird. Mom? *looks around the living room then kitchen*
*They move closer to the steps, but then they see Zac’s Mom coming down the stairs
quickly…*
Mom: Heeey, you two! *fixes her hair & flattens her shirt*
Ash: Hi…
Mom: So, do you two want something to eat?
Ash: Sure, I—
Mom: We have COOKIES! FRUIT? Help yourselves *rushes back to the stairs*
Zac: UH…Mom?
*Just then someone walks down half the staircase & stands behind Jennie…*
Zac: Seriously?
Fred: I’m just going to head back upstairs *walks back up the stairs*
Ash: Don’t worry about us Jennie. You go back to your…*clears her throat* Man
Ash: *turns to Zac* What’s your problem with your mom’s boyfriend?
Zac: I dunno
Ash: Well, I didn’t get any creepy guy vibes from him. That’s for sure
Ash: *follows him over to the couch & sits next to him* Would you possibly have a
problem with him because he makes your mom happy?
Zac: *sighs*
Zac: My pick!
•🇨🇭🇦🇵🇹🇪🇷 6•
Taylor: *leans forward & whispers into Ashley’s ear* Hey, are we still on for today?
Zac: *turns around in his seat to face her* What’s up with him?
Ash: Oh, we’re going to work on our Chem. project after school
Zac: Ah
Zac: Yes
Zac: YES
Zac: *grits his teeth* No worries here *turns away from her in his seat & taps his pencil
impatiently*
At lunchtime…
Taylor: *he puts his hands on their lunch table* Is there a problem here?
T: Well alright *turns to Ashley* So, I guess I’ll see you after school…your house?
Ash: YUP
At home later…
*Zac is sitting on the couch doing homework when his mom walks in…*
Mom: Zac
Mom: Hi honey. Um…I have to talk to you about something…. something I should have
told you a while ago…
Zac: *speechless*
*It’s starting to get dark outside. Zac decides to pack some of his stuff and visit Ashley.
He’s feeling overwhelmed and wants to be with her…*
Meanwhile, at Ashley’s House: Taylor’s sitting on Ashley’s living room couch. Ashley
walks into the room with some brownies…
Ash: You’re welcome *sits down next to him & takes a brownie off the plate*
T: *takes a bite* OOOOH YEAH I’m feeling it already! *widens his eyes*
Ash: So…care to explain why you told Vanessa that I “hit on you?”
Ash: Yes
Sean: *walks into the room all friendly* Hey, Ash, can I speak to you for just one little
second?
S: *pulls Ashley into the kitchen & talks in a whisper tone* Who is that dude?
S: Fine then. I’ll leave you TWO. I’ll be upstairs doing my homework
Ash: Fine
S: BUT *does the “I’m watching you” sign with his two fingers*
Ash: *rolls her eyes and walks back over to Taylor* Hey, sorry bout that, my brother’s
weirdo
T: *laughs* No worries
Ash: Heeey did you leave any brownies left for me?
Ash: *smiles* Why thank you *she grabs it from him then takes a big bite* Mmm! This is
so much better than Chemistry *keeps on chewing her brownie*
T: Right… *stares at her face & then starts to laugh*
Ash: Oh, well that’s attractive *puts her hand over her mouth in embarrassment*
T: *gently pushes her hand away* Here, let me help you *he moves closer to her &
wipes the side of her mouth with his thumb* There….
Taylor’s hand is now on her cheek & they are very close to each other & then they lean in
for a kiss. Zac happens to be watching from the window. Zac doesn’t move and stares at
them while feeling his eyes well up. He turns around and runs back home…
Ash: *lifts her hands up onto his chest & pulls away from their kiss* Oh god. Why did I
just let that happen?
Ash: *looks at him shaking her head* I think you should leave—like now *grabs Taylor’s
arm causing them both to stand up*
*Once she closes the door, she leans against it & begins to cry. She covers her face with
her hands…*
•🇨🇭🇦🇵🇹🇪🇷 7•
In the hallway Zac is hanging out with Demi, Selena & David. Just then they hear yelling
& turn around to see Taylor & Vanessa fighting…
V: Whatever, Taye!
V: OH PLEASE!
V: Get away from me! *slaps his face then stomps off*
*Ashley witnesses what happened between Vanessa & Taylor. She walks past Taylor
over to her friends…*
Sel: Hey. You wanna tell us why Zac is doing the silent treatment?
Sel: Be…cause, you’re the girlfriend, he must have told you first about whatever’s wrong
Ash: Zac?
Sel: Wow. Something must have really peeved him off. He’s not even talking to you, Ash
Ash: Well, let’s hope he’ll come to any of us when he feels a little better
Dav: True
Ash: Well, I’m gonna head to 1st period. See you guys later
At lunch…
Ash: Have you guys seen Zac? I texted him but he’s not responding
Sel: Nope
Just then they hear a commotion outside the cafeteria. They all run outside of the
cafeteria and see Zac & Taylor fighting each other while other students are cheering
them on encouraging the fight...
Taylor shoves Zac off him then Zac punches Taylor in the cheek. Taylor falls to the floor…
Ash: *grabs the back of Zac’s shirt holding him back* Quit it!
Principal: Well, let me help you up there, son *pulls Taylor up by the hand*
Tay: Thanks
Principal: Let me walk you to the nurse
Tay: Alright
Tay: *starts to walk away with the principal then looks back at Ashley & Zac*
Ash: *turns to Zac* LISTEN, I know you don’t like him, but it shouldn’t have to come to
violence. What’s the matter with you?
Zac: *shakes his head at her & takes a deep breath* I saw you and Taylor yesterday
night…
Ash: WHEN?
Zac: LAST NIGHT! But you were too busy… *looks away from her & scratches his head
while getting watery eyes*
Ash: I…
Zac: Used to *lifts his hand up to block her from moving closer*
Zac walks into the living room where his mom is reading a book on the couch…
Zac: Mom?
Zac: I’m sorry for being a pain about Fred. If you’re happy…then I’m happy for you guys
Mom: *puts her arm around him* What’s going on, Zac?
Zac: *gives his mom a pained look* Well, do you remember Vanessa’s new boyfriend I
told you about?
Zac: *looks down at the ground while tears well up in his eyes* I caught Ashley and
Taylor kissing. And Ashley never thought to tell me about it
Zac: That was the only option I could think of at the moment. Is there something else I
should have done?
Mom: You did what felt right to you, sweetie *fixes his hair* Can you imagine how
Vanessa is feeling now?
Zac: Alright. Thanks *hugs his mom & walks up the stairs slowly & sadly*
Later at night…
Zac is in his room getting ready for a shower; so far, he’s just wearing jeans. He looks at
himself in the mirror & sees a bruise on his ribs where Taylor punched him. He hears the
doorbell ring. Not too long after, someone knocks on his bedroom door. Zac opens his
door to see Vanessa…
V: *gives him a second look at his half naked-ness then pushes past him walking into his
room*
V: Nothing. I just know you’re the only other person who knows exactly what I’m going
through right now
Zac: True
Zac: Betrayed
V: An idiot
Zac: Cheated…
V: Alone…
Zac: *sighs* Sorry you’re feeling that way. You haven’t picked on me yet. So, you must
be feeling pretty lousy
V: Well duh. And you’re fun to pick on. You always clap back. Makes it more fun
Zac: Um, you’re welcome?
V: *clears her throat pointing at his ribs* That looks like it hurts
V: *chuckles & moves closer to him gently touching his bruise* Would you like some…
company?
•🇨🇭🇦🇵🇹🇪🇷 8•
Zac sees Ashley helping Taylor with crutches he now has. Zac shakes his head & turns
away from their direction & finds Demi, David, & Selena talking in the hallway…
Zac: Hi guys
Dem: NO idea
Sel: He’s got that wounded puppy dog look in his eyes
Zac: Oh, come on. I barely touched him yesterday. You don’t see me complaining
Zac: Thanks…
V: It’s fine
V: Actually…yeah
V: I do come in peace
Dave: Ness, don’t you think you should say something to them?
V: Like what?
V: Oh, right *sighs* Well, I’m sorry. For the things I’ve said or done—that have hurt you
Sel: Okay
Sel: Really?
Zac: It’s about my mom *stares at them all* She’s having a baby!
Dem: No way!
V: *fixes the back of his hair* Aw, don’t worry, you’re going to be a great big brother
*The bell rings for 1st period*
Dave: Okaaay
Dem: Me too!
V: *waves to them*
V: *stops him from walking away & kisses him right on the lips*
At lunch…
Just then; there’s a scream. It’s Ashley. They all look over at Ashley & Taylor’s table…
V: ME?
Ash: YES. You just poured your STUPID milk all over TAYLOR!
V: So?
T: Still so heartless I see *tries to rubs the milk off his pants*
Zac gets up & out of his seat & rushes over to them…
Sel: Is he stupid?
Dave: DUDE!?
T: *laughs at the chaos & looks up from his seat* Why don’t you shut up and mind your
own business
T: *tries to stand up & grab Zac, but his ankle is in too much pain* OH ow
Zac: *shakes his head at Taylor then rushes over to the girls* Hey, hey! Knock it off you
two! *pulls them apart from each other*
Ash: Whatever
Zac: *takes Vanessa’s hand & walks them back over to their table*
Zac: No problem. And is it possible for you to not start any trouble or does it just come
naturally?
Mom: *mutes her show* Sure, as long as you need. What’s up?
Zac: What’s been going on with Fred? Haven’t seen him in a while
Zac: What? That’s messed up! I feel like this was my fault…
Mom: Well…
Mom: How?
Zac: THANKS. *puts his hand on her tummy* I don’t want this little one to grow up not
having a Dad around
Zac: *nods his head* Like I said don’t worry *walks upstairs*
•🇨🇭🇦🇵🇹🇪🇷 9•
V: *turns around* ZAC, you know you can give me a cute nickname if you’d like?
Zac: Uuuh—
V: I’d love to
Zac: Great. Hey I gotta get to first period, tell everyone I say “hi”, and I’ll see you guys at
lunch! *walks off*
V: Okay, bye!
In 1st period…
Zac walks into the room feeling confident. His Mom always told him to be the bigger
person, so it takes all of his might to do what he’s about to do. He sees Taylor & Ashley
talking in the back of the room…
Ash: Hello…
Zac: I just wanted to say that…. I’m sorry man. If I hurt you when we fought?
T: I’m okay
Zac: What happened to your ankle? Was that me?
T: No—it was Vanessa. She may have chased after me and I sort of…well you know the
rest *looks down at his ankle* It’s better today
Zac: I see. But really, I’m sorry. Are we cool? *holds out his hand & forms a fist, to do a
knuckle touch with Taylor*
T: *frowns a little* I am getting a little tired of this war myself *smiles* Yeah, I’m sorry
too. I guess we’re…cool *knuckle touches with Zac*
Zac: Cool! *looks at Ashley & waits for her to say something*
Zac: Uh nope! See ya *sighs & walks back over to his actual seat*
At lunch…
Demi: EH
Dem: Kidding!
Dave: *takes one out of the bag & throws it into her mouth* Score!
Sel: *laughs*
Dave: Hey, Dems, what letter comes after the letter “O” in the ABC’s?
Demi: Gross
At home…
Zac: Oh, thanks. Okay, so here’s the deal, we have to make this table set for two…*looks
at the kitchen clock*…like, NOW!
Zac: *smiles* You see, she’s out today so I thought I’d surprise her
V: What surprise—? *the doorbell rings*
Zac: Could you get that? *starts getting some red candles out*
Fred: Hello…
Zac: *rushes over to the door* Hey man, thanks for coming
Fred: No problem
Zac: For now…maybe you can have a seat on the couch in the living room *walks back
into the kitchen*
V: *waves sheepishly at Fred then follows Zac* Sooo…what’s going on? And who’s the
guy?
Zac: *finally finishes setting the table* There. Okay, so that guy is Fred. He’s my Mom’s
fiancé who hasn’t called her in a while. SoI wanted to set up a little romantic…dinner
date thing for them…for her…
Zac: I hope so
Zac still feels a little unsure what their label is together. They hear a car door slam shut.
Zac’s mom walks inside struggling with some grocery bags…
Mom: Yes, please—Fred? *her expression on her face changes from totally focused, to
extremely surprised & happy* FRED! *she tries to hug him, but the groceries are in the
way. She giggles & Fred helps her set them down so they can hug & kiss*
V: *waves* Hi Jennie
Mom: *cringes a little when she sees Vanessa; but is too happy in the moment to be
worried about her. She hugs Zac, then notices the table* What’s all this?
Zac: Dinner for two? *he smiles, not knowing if he set the table right*
V: Surprise!
V: You’re welcome, but this was pretty much all of Zac’s doing
Fred: So, are you ready for an, uh, early dinner? *smiles*
Zac: *looks at the clock* Is it really only 4:30? *sighs & drops his head*
F: Screw the time*pulls a chair out for her* Care to join me, Jennie?
Zac: Alright! You two love bugs have fun, we’ll be upstairs…
V: *giggles*
Zac: *takes Vanessa’s hand & they run up the stairs quickly*
A COUPLE WEEKS PASS BY…
Zac is digging through things in his locker. A picture of him & Ashley when they were on
a date still as a couple drops out of his English book. He reads his note he wrote on the
picture…
Zac sighs & flips the picture upside down and hides it on the bottom under his stacks of
books. He closes his locker & heads to his 1st period class…
To be continued…
EXSTENDED ENDING
5 months later…
At Zac’s house…
*Everybody’s standing inside Zac’s kitchen excited & all preparing for the Homecoming
Dance…*
Mom: Is everyone ready for the dance?
They all cheer loudly.
Mom: Okay, so let’s see there’s 1, 2, 3, 4…and 5 of you, I could probably squeeze you all
into the car…
Zac: *laughs* Let her go crazy! This is definitely gonna be a night to remember!
Zac: *smiles back at her* Now let’s get this show on the road mamma!
Mom: *laughs* OK, ok! Let’s crank up the tunes and get hip hoppin’—
Sel: YAY!
Dave: Woooo!
Zac: Mom…?
Mom: Oh god! *brakes abruptly *
Dem: Ahhh!
Dave: YO?!
Mom: *puts the car in park & switches on her hazard lights* I think my water just
broke…
Demi & Selena gently seat Jennie down in the backseat with them…
At the hospital…
*They are all in the waiting room sitting down. Zac calls Fred while he’s at work. Fred
doesn’t hesitate for a minute & comes down to the hospital…
Sel: Maybe we’ll get to go to next year’s dance *folds her arms*
Sel: Yeah?
Dave: I wanted to
Dave: Yes. Sorry if it’s awkward because I’m supposed to be “just your friend”
Sel: *looks over at Demi fast asleep then giggles a little & leans forward kissing him on
the lips*
Dav: *shakes his head shocked* I’m going to have to test that again to make sure what’s
happening is real
Fred: Zac, hey. You want to meet your new baby sister? *smiles*
Zac: Really?
Mom: Yes
Fred: I like it
An hour later…
Zac is sitting in a chair by the window holding Juliet while his mom sleeps. Fred
thoughtfully looking out the 3rd floor window then turns to Zac…
Ash: Sorry for the surprise. Demi called me *touches the baby’s hand*
Taylor: *walks into the room with a Pepsi can in his hand* Heeey
Ashley catches Zac eyeing her. She smiles at him & he smiles back…
THE END