Date Night

[Andy] *standing at Joey's front door and knocking, before putting both of his hands behind his back and waiting*
[Joey] *opening the door and smiling* Hi there. *leaning in to kiss him* Where are we going tonight?
[Andy] *kissing her, then pulling a bouquet of brightly colored wildflowers out from behind his back* For you. *smiling* I was thinking we go traditional tonight. A nice dinner then maybe a movie?
[Joey] *smiling wildly* Aww Andy! They are pretty. Let me go put them in water, come in with me. *running back in the house and putting the flowers in a vase and then setting them on the table* Thank you, I love them.
[Andy] *smiling as he watches her get a vase and arrange the flowers in it* I'm glad you liked them. You don't really strike me as the "long stemmed red roses" kind of girl. Well *walking up to her and playing with her hair* maybe sometimes. Valentine's day, or maybe an anniversary. But for every day flowers, something bright, beautiful and unique. Just like you.
[Joey] *hugging him* I am not really a rose girl, so you are amazing for getting that. *taking his hand and leading him out of the apartment* What are the mopey duo doing tonight? I think we should drag them out with us. What do you think?
[Andy] Sure. They're both hanging out in the apartment. I think they were going to order some delivery when we left, but you're right, they should come with us.
[Joey] And if they don't want to go out, we can stay in with them. I know we had a whole night planned, but they need friends. *squeezing his hand as they get on the elevator* But I'd much rather them come out, because we haven't been out much lately.
[Andy] Me too. *as the elevator door closes he pulls her close and kisses her, holding her close and not breaking the kiss until the elevator doors open two floors below, chuckling at her stunned expression* Come one Blondie, let's go convince them.
[Joey] *following behind him playfully smacking his butt then turning red and running into his apartment* Lucas, Lizzy, tonight you are leaving the comfort of the indoors and coming out of the building, with us. And, I won't take no as an answer so get ready, okay?! *smiling as she stands there ignoring their stunned faces*
[Lizzy] *looking at Lucas, cautious, then turning to Joey* I don't know Joey, we were both pretty tired. I think we just wanted to relax at home tonight.
[Joey] *frowning at her and then walking over to Lucas and giving him the sad face he hates so much* Please Luke, you never hang out anymore. You sit down here and whine about Jonnie and Tyler. *smiling at both of them* Or is there a reason you two want to be alone all the time? *staring at him, then looking at her*
[Lucas] Joey! Do you hear the stuff you say sometimes? *chuckling* Lizzy and I are friends. We aren't allowed to hang out?
[Lizzy] *shaking her head and giving Andy a look* You're in on this I suppose?
[Andy] That's right. She's got a point Liz. You're 18, not 40. You can't sit her sulking about the one that got away, you're too young to have a "the one that got away". It's about time you get out of this house and have some fun. Why not with us? We'll ease you into it, so you don't get a cramp or something.
[Lizzy] *staring at him, and then finally cracking and laughing, looking at Joey* I don't know how you put up with him. Fine. Looks like our plans for the night are out Luke. Darnitall, I was hoping as soon as they left I could just jump you like a mad woman. *winking at Joey and laughing* The things you come up with Joey.
[Joey] *looking at her and then covering her ears* I never want to hear you mention jumping Luke again. That is just weird! *hugging Lizzy and dragging her in the bedroom to find her something cute to wear*
[Lucas] *laughing as the girls close the door behind them, then turning to Andy* That Joey, she is a mess. I love her and her silly ways. It's hard to be mad at her. But, that's not anything you don't already know. *looking in the mirror* Let me go change real quick. If they get done before I do, tell them I will be right back.
[Andy] No problem. *thinking and looking at him cautiously* Hey now, be careful with Lizzy? You two are spending an awful lot of time together. She's like my sister, and she's real sensitive right now. I'd hate to see her heart ripped out once by each Ferris brother. Catch my drift?
[Lucas] *pausing to face him* I have no plans on hurting her, don't worry about that. She stepped in when the love of my life walked out. She filled a spot in my heart with her warmth. She is becoming one of my best friends, I care about her. I trust you with little Joey, and you two are a couple. Lizzy and I are just great friends.
[Andy] *smiling warmly* Since when do you trust me with Joey mate? *laughing* Anyway, I just wanted to check on that. I don't think she's got a crush on you or anything, but I just want you to keep an eye out for it. And, uh, *speaking quietly and looking toward the bedroom door* don't mention that I talked to you about this? I don't really want to get beat up by a girl. *laughing*
[Lizzy] *trying on a blouse and skirt and looking in the mirror* That's brilliant! I don't know why I never thought to put these together. *sitting on her corner chair and making sure her diary is in its box before looking at Joey* So i feel like I haven't talked to you alone in ages! How are things with Andy?
[Lucas] I have to trust Joey, and she swears she isn't letting you have her innocence any time soon. So because I trust her, I trust you not to force her. So far you've been better than I once believed you could be. It's like Joey is making you a better person or something. *turning and heading out of the apartment, he closes the door and takes a deep breath before going up to change*
[Joey] *shrugging* It's good. We don't really get alot of alone time together. He and Nate have taken to staring each other down every time they can. I feel bad for Andy sometimes, he is being judged on his past. Nate doesn't even see how much Andy is changing on his own. *smiling as she plays with her hair* I haven't gotten mad at him in a couple days now.
[Lizzy] *laughing lightly* That's hard to do, not get mad at him for several days. And I know you feel bad, but you know, that's what happens when you act like a stray dog for most of your life. He can't be hurt that people still think he's going to be. But I can see it too, he's so much happier, and I'm endlessly grateful that I don't have to wake up to strange women at any time of day or night. Sometimes they'd walk into the kitchen nude! Can you believe the nerve! *shaking her head and then biting her lip and giving Joey an embarrassed look* I'm sorry, I probably should stop talking about all that huh?
[Joey] *shaking her head* That is why I won't have sex with him. I still think one day he will go back to his old ways, and that would hurt. Knowing I gave it away to a dog. *smiling at her innocently* I am so glad we are innocent together. You are the only one of my friends I know hasn't had sex. Well, you and someone else. But, he might have done something when he left. I can't be sure. Either way, It's nice having someone who understands.
[Lizzy] *looking at Joey from the mirror where she's fixing her bangs and putting on a headband, hoping Joey doesn't see her blush* I don't think he will. I'm telling you, I've never seen him like this. He brought you flowers. Not just flowers, but flowers he put actual thought into. I've not seen him ever do that before. He really likes you, more than anyone else in the past. But I'm proud that he's waiting until you're ready.
[Joey] Yeah that says alot about him doesn't it? but, I am still not ready to have sex with him. *looking at Lizzy* You look different. I don't know what it is, but you just look different. And not in a bad way. *standing up and looking in the mirror with her* I know Luke is working through the Jonnie thing. Maybe not in the right way, since I saw a condom wrapper in his trash can, but its a start. How are you doing with the Tyler thing?
[Lizzy] *taking a deep breath and looking into Joey's eyes in the mirror* I'm doing ok. It was never really meant to be, I can see that now. *putting on some lip gloss* Alright, are you ready to go see your man now? I bet he's waiting out there like a little lost puppy while we're in here. *giggling*
[Joey] *nodding and smiling* You look pretty. *opening the door for Lizzy and then closing it behind her* Where is Luke? He isn't gonna bail is he? *pouting*
[Andy] *standing as Joey and Lizzy come back in* No, he's just gone to change. He said he'll be right back.
[Lizzy] *grabbing her purse and looking at Joey and Andy* So where are we going anyway?
[Andy] That italian place that your dad took us when he was out here visiting?
[Lizzy] OH! I love that place! *to Joey* You're going to adore it, it's just the best!
[Lucas] *knocking once before walking in* Sorry to keep you waiting, I couldn't find my other shoe. Someone thought putting her extra stuff in the hall closet on top of our shoes was a brilliant idea. *winking at Joey* I am ready when you all are.
[Joey] *giggling* It only has dress shoes in there, how was I supposed to know you'd actually wear anything besides your sneakers? *looping arms with Andy* Let's go, I am so hungry I could eat meat. No wait, I am NOT that hungry. *laughing at herself as they all head out of the apartment*
[Andy] *putting his arm around her shoulder as they walk* No meat for you. This place is great, they've got a fantastic eggplant parmesan and a really good vegetarian lasagna. I think you'll like it.
[Lizzy] *walking next to Lucas and glancing up at him and then to Andy and Joey before rolling her eyes and mouthing* Sorry ...
[Lucas] *smiling and nodding, mouthing* Later?
[Lizzy] *nodding, giving him a wicked smile and a wink*
[Joey] I love vegetarian lasagna. *rolling her eyes at Luke's moan* Hey don't knock it til you've tried it. It's really tasty. Oh and please tell me this place has garlic bread or even better, garlic knots.
[Lucas] Joey this isn't Cali. They might not know what garlic knots are here.
[Andy] It's also not mars Luke. *chuckling* We've got garlic knots, although they don't. You won't miss them though.
[Lizzy] He's right, their breadsticks make up for it. *riding down in the elevator and getting into a taxi. It's a tight fit, sitting next to Lucas she laughs* Perhaps on the way back we should all sit on laps, it might be more comfortable.
[Joey] *shaking her head* umm no. Last time I sat on his lap I didn't like the topic that came up. *turning bright red and looking out the window*
[Lucas] That's okay Joe, I will sit on your lap. Problem solved! *winking at Lizzy as they both laugh*
[Andy] None of that now Lizzy. Honestly what has gotten into you? *giving directions to the taxi and pointing out various things as they pass. Kissing Joey's neck and whispering in her ear* Do you know how sexy you are when you blush like that? *laughing at Lucas's comment* To hell with that, you can sit on my lap and Lizzy and Joey can sit together.
[Lizzy] Don't be absurd Andrew. You'd have to ride on Luke's lap. Everyone knows the more dainty one takes the top position. *winking*
[Lucas] *looking at Lizzy and Andy for a minute before busting out in laughter* You two are so funny! But, I don't want Andy on my lap, no offense. It's just too weird. *playfully tracing the lines in his jeans* Andy can sit in the front and I can ride with the ladies. *chuckling* Yeah, I like the sound of that.
[Joey] I can get us home without a taxi, you know. If it is too much of a problem. *smiling* Just saying. *turning to look out the window and watching the city go by*
[Andy] *taking a look out the window at the bright lights and kissing her neck* Yeah, but then we'd miss out on all this. Look at the beauty of London.
[Lizzy] *watching Andy and Joey lost in their own little world and looking out of the window, all of her humor quickly slipping away, realizing that she still misses the idea of Tyler, and having someone that she had hopes would go somewhere. Even her ex, who cheated and threw her away, was still someone she thought she loved. She bites her bottom lip gently and tries not to focus on the things missing in her life*
[Joey] *looking at the buildings pass by* London is really pretty. I sometimes miss Cali so much, but then I look around at everything around me and I smile at where I am. I can't surf here, but I can do just about everything else.
[Lucas] *staring out the front window, lost in thought. he smiles at Lizzy from time to time, but he just feels the need to sit back and keep quiet*
[Andy] I've never been to the States before. If you ever want to go for a visit, I'm happy to take you. If you don't think your brothers would have me castrated as a preventative measure. I mean I like you and all, but that's not a price I'm willing to pay for a holiday. *chuckling and nudging Lucas, seeing him staring blankly out of the front window and seeing Lizzy doing the same out the other side window. He sighs quietly and squeezes Joey's shoulder* Look at that, we're here.
[Joey] I think the next time Nate takes a trip I might go with him. *climbing out of the car* Come on you two, we are here. *taking Andy's hand as they wait for Luke and Lizzy to join them*
[Lucas] *pays the cab driver and then looks at the restaurant* Looks nice. *nudging Lizzy and whispers* Let's get this over with quickly. We have stuff to do at the flat. *flashing a smile at her as they walk following Andy and Joey*
[Lizzy] *giggling at Luke's comment and following Andy and Joey into the restaurant, sliding into the booth next to Lucas and smiling to herself when his hand finds her thigh almost immediately* Right, let's order shall we? I know what I want.
[Andy] What's the matter Liz, got a hot date later? *chuckling quietly, while perusing the menu.
[Lizzy] *laughing* No, but you know I didn't want to come out anyway. *sighing* I'll try to relax and have fun. *blowing bubbles in the water the waiter brings over* See, fun. *smiling*
[Lucas] *searching for the pastas* Okay I think I am going to get the shrimp alfredo and some extra garlic bread. *smiling proudly at his quick choice*
[Joey] You two have everything all figured out and I am only on the first page of the menu. *shaking her head and looking at Andy* I guess this is what happens when we make them leave the building. *moving her eyes back to the menu*
[Andy] Yes. It would serve them both right if we just sat here all day. Oh look, they have a chocolate souffle. They say to order it 20 minutes before you want it. I say we decide after we're done eating. *flashing a smile and a wink to Joey*
[Lizzy] Andrew Camdon, I will kick you under this table.
[Joey] *gasps and looks at Lizzy* That's not nice!
[Andy] *laughing with Joey and giving Lizzy a stern look* She's right Elizabeth, it's not nice at all. *chuckling*
[Lizzy] *sticking her tongue out at Andy, and looking at Joey* Yes well, he's like my brother, I don't always have to be nice. *giggling*
[Lucas] *rubbing his hand up and down Lizzy's thigh and playfully teasing her as he slides his hands under her skirt, his fingertips grazing her panties before moving his hand back to her thigh* So, what are you two going to order? *looking at Joey* That was more for you, the slowest decision maker I know.
[Joey] I don't know, but since you two are so eager to rush this I think I am going to take my time. *pouting as she mumbles* Wanting to spend time with them was a waste of my time. *putting her menu down and playing with her drink* I guess I am ready to order.
[Andy] Don't you worry about them *taking her hands and running his thumbs along them* we're having a date and we're going to take our time. *giving Lizzy a look before looking into her eyes again* And nothing is going to ruin that. *kissing one of her hands*
[Lizzy] *blushing at Luke's touch she smiles at Joey and Andy* Sorry, we'll behave *giggling a bit and glancing at Luke* Won't we?
[Lucas] *squeezing her leg and looking at her* I guess we will behave. *looking at Joey* Sorry Joe, we just wanted to watch this movie today. We planned it last night and I was excited about it. But, we can just watch it when we get back.
[Joey] *smiling* A movie? I wanna watch it with you! *seeing Luke's smile falter a little* Or not.
[Lucas] No, you can. If you really want to. But its about war and death. I didn't think you'd want to join us.
[Joey] Oh, no I don't think I'd like to watch that. I guess you two can have fun with that. *looks down at the table and traces the designs with her finger*
[Lizzy] *nodding and frowning at Joey* Sorry, we knew you two had a date tonight so we planned on this so we wouldn't have to subject you to it. But I promise, we'll go watch that new Meg Ryan, Tom Hanks movie next week after class. I was just feeling like watching something that wouldn't make me sad. I'm sure by next week I'll be up for romance again. *rubbing her foot against Luke's leg as she talks*
[Andy] You should do that, you two haven't been out alone together in ages. Sorry for monopolizing your friend Lizzy, I just can't seem to stay away from her. *stopping as the waitress comes over and takes all of their orders*
[Lizzy] Yes well, you two just tone it down a bit will you? I'm getting a toothache over here. *laughing* I'm kidding, you are so cute together. It's just hard to watch sometimes, you know?
[Lucas] *after everyone orders he looks at Andy* Maybe one of these days I can take Joe off for an afternoon and you and Lizzy can hang out. Because you two haven't hung out lately. Besides, I am wanting to take her surfing with Nate. Its kind of a family tradition. *smiling as Joey lights up* See, she loves it.
[Joey] Are you serious? *giggling as Lucas nods* I can't wait to go. It's been so long!! *pausing* Wait, is Nate ready to leave Skyler? Cause those two have been together since they found each other again. Which is so sweet. They were always meant for each other. *smiling and then slowly looking over to Lizzy and Luke* Wow, that was insensitive of me. I am sorry. I know you two are each in a bit of a funk.
[Lucas] It's okay Joey, we are making the best of a bad situation. No need to tip toe around it.
[Lizzy] He's right. We're figuring things out, and we're finding ways to support one another. *running one hand up his thigh and skimming lightly over the bulge she finds* In the end, I'm happy for Jonnie and Tyler, and I think it's important that we don't let our pain color how we see the rest of the world. You and Andy are cute. I met Sky at the wedding and she and Nate are clearly already very in love. One day we'll find it, but we can't spend our lives worrying about what got away.
[Joey] *forgetting anyone else is around them* Sometimes I wonder about the one that I let go. *biting her lip as soon as she hears the words fall out of her mouth, turning to Andy* Do you ever think about any of your past girls?
[Andy] *looking at her, dumbstruck* No. I don't.
[Lizzy] *watching Joey and Andy she frowns* That's only because he didn't care about any of his other girls Joey. *to Andy* Quit being a jerk.
[Andy] *pouting* You didn't meet him. He's s a git.
[Lucas] *moving to adjust the tent in his pants as best he can without being obvious. thinking of all the bad things in his life, finally making his problem go away* Hey, I am going to go use the rest room. Want to walk back there with me? I think they may need a minute.
[Lizzy] *standing and straightening her skirt as she does* Yeah, I think that's a good idea. *smacking Andy in the back of the head as she leaves* Don't muck this up.
[Lucas] *walking behind Lizzy and whispering as they walk away* I saw that they had a family bathroom, can we go see? *giggling as she walks a little faster towards the rest rooms*
[Joey] This is all new to me Andy. I never know what to say or not say as the case may be. *playing with her bracelets as she avoids looking at him*
[Andy] Look at me. Please. I need to see you when you answer this. *waiting patiently until she looks up* You said you wonder about the one you let go. What do you wonder?
[Joey] If him being here changes everything. Not with us, but with everything. I can't hate him. I don't know how you moved from girl to girl with out even the slightest guilt.
[Andy] *taking her hands again* Well I'd say that's a valid thing to wonder about. *smiling at her* I don't want you to hate him. I don't like him, but mostly because he represents what I wish I'd been there sooner to be. He's the first guy you loved. And no matter what happens, I can never be that. And because of that, I can't ask you to hate him. If something were to happen between us, I couldn't hate you. Because you can't ever really hate the first person you love. In a way, him being here does change us, because it made me realize how much I really care about you Joey.
[Joey] *eyes getting big* Do you love me Andy?
[Andy] *pulling back and looking at her* No. I mean I don't think so, but I don't know. And this is the first time that I've ever been not sure. I care about you, more than I have about anyone in a long time. But I did think about what you said the other night, and the truth is, I can see myself loving you one day. You're the first girl I've ever been able to see that with.
[Joey] *smiling as a sigh of relief passes* I am not ready for you to love me. I mean I know it will happen one day, but not yet. With love comes responsibility and I like being able to be careless right now. Or something like that. You know what I mean, don't you? *she looks at him and bites her lip*
[Andy] *chuckling* Careless? I don't think so. You are a lot of things Joey, but careless is not one of them. But yes, I know what you mean. I'm not ready to love anyone yet either. Not really. Even if sometimes I might think I am, I know better. Love is for better men than I, and it won't be until I'm able to be one of those better men that I'll get that reward.
[Joey] *putting her head on his shoulder and just sitting there in silence for a few moments then looking towards the bathrooms* Should I go tell them its safe to come back? Or are we going to just ignore the fact that they have been gone this long? What on earth could they be doing in there? *shrugging her shoulders and snuggling back into Andy*
[Andy] *wrapping his arm around her and rubbing her shoulder* Give them time *throwing a suspicious look toward the bathroom* This is hard on them, we're lucky we got them out of the house at all. I'm sure they'll be back soon, and maybe in a better mood. *thanking the waitress for refilling their drinks and dropping off a large bowl of salad and a basket of garlic breadsticks*
[Lizzy] *re-applying her lip gloss in the mirror and seeing Lucas standing behind her* You know, they're going to figure us out if we're not careful.
[Lucas] That is why you are going to go out first and then I will come out in a minute or two. *kissing her then fixing her hair* Besides, that was the truest form of a quickie. I am just glad I had the condom in my pocket. *winking at her* I will have to replace it now, because tonight I will make up for this. It feels like an all nighter, night to me. *chucking as he fixes his shirt and washes his hands*
[Joey] I know they hurt when they see us together. Then Luke also has to deal with Nate and he is crazy about his girl. I mean, when you walk into the living room you feel like you should probably turn around for fear of them stripping and doing it right on the couch. *shuddering* It's just.... awkward.
[Andy] Well Skyler's not exactly shy. So I can imagine it would be odd at times. I'm surprised at Nate though, he's such a straight arrow I'd think he would put a stop to the exhibitionism.
[Lizzy] *turning around and straightening her headband before laughing and unbuttoning his shirt, re-doing the buttons correctly* Well then, I look forward to later. We're going to have to find a way to get them out for at least a bit so I can get you into my room. *winking as she sashays out of the bathroom, coming back to the table and sitting down* Oh you two look better, that's lovely. Hey, breadsticks! *taking a breadstick and breaking off a piece, eating it thoughtfully*
[Joey] He loves her. People do crazy stuff for love. I think if he knew we were home he'd be more careful, but Luke and I have been spending more time at your flat then our own. And she lives with her mom, so when they get alone time they take advantage of it. *smiling as Lizzy comes back* Where is Luke?
[Lizzy] *shrugging* I thought he had already come back, that's why I didn't wait for him. Must still be back there. *smiling*
[Joey] *looking towards the bathroom with a frown* I hope he didn't bail out on us. *looking at Andy with hurt in her eyes then changing the look to that of an excited one* He didn't bail on us! *watching Luke walk towards them*
[Lucas] *putting his phone in his pocket and sitting down* Sorry, I was talking to Nate. I hope I didn't keep you waiting long? *fixing a plate of salad and breaking his bread stick in half before taking a bite, looking around as he chews, once he swallows he looks at Joey* Nate said he won't be home til tomorrow. He has a game tonight, which I forgot about. I told him maybe we'd all go see him play next game. Is that anything you'd be into? *looking at Andy and then Lizzy*
[Lizzy] You had us worried. We thought maybe you snuck out while I was in the loo and they were occupied. *yawning a little* I'm not up for a game tonight, sorry guys, dinner is about all I can handle tonight.
[Andy] *shaking his head* You must be tired Lizzy. He said next time. Don't worry, you'll be able to get home and curl up in your jammies and watch your movie after dinner. *teasing her with good nature* Besides, after dinner I'm thinking of taking Joey out for a surprise, but shhh, nobody tell her.
[Lizzy] *shaking her head and laughing looking at Joey sitting across from her* Yeah, promise.
[Joey] Where are you taking Joey?
[Andy] *shaking his head* Hmm mm, no. If I tell you, you'll tell her, and then it won't be a surprise at all.
[Lucas] *laughing at her and then looking at Lizzy* Yes, next time. Which will be in a few days. I might have to go play, since their point guard is crap. Nate wants me back on the team, so I am sure it will happen. *looking at Joey* Can you see me back on the team with Nate?
[Joey] *to Andy* Spoil sport! *turning to Lucas* I am actually surprised you don't play, so yes. I can see you back on the team. Ty will have a fit. He loves to watch his favorite uncles play.
[Andy] *skimming his fingers up and down the back of her neck while they're all talking* Don't worry, I think you'll like it. *to the rest of the table* I think that would be a stellar evening. Watching you and Nate play. Letting Nate see me spending good wholesome family sport watching time with Joey. Avoiding getting hexed by Sky. I can't picture a more fun way to spend an evening.
[Lizzy] Way to be sarcastic Andy. *shivering as she feels Lucas's hand on her leg again* Honestly.
[Andy] Hey. I'm being sincere. Mostly. *raising an eyebrow at her* Are you cold?
[Lizzy] No, I'm fine, I just got a chill. But I'm sure it'll go away and I'll be nice and warm in a bit. *smiling at him*
[Joey] *sitting there playing with her food removing herself from the conversation for a bit*
[Lucas] Do you want to switch spots? I know you are closer to the air vent right there. *smiling and then carefully taking his hand off her leg* Joey, what's wrong? You are unusually quiet.
[Joey] I'll tell you later. *pushing her salad plate out of the way and sighing as she sees the waitress with their food*
[Andy] *looking at his food after the waitress leaves and then at Joey who's just looking at hers too. He leans over and whispers to her* Did I do something wrong? Or say something? I'm not really good at this whole dating thing you know..
[Lizzy] *watching Joey and Andy for a moment and then taking a bite of her food* Nah, *after she's done swallowing* Now I've got some good in my stomach, this should be fine. Thanks though. *to Joey* You did something right raising this one. He's not at all like his brother. *laughing, hoping to get Joey to smile*
[Joey] *after a few moments of silence she turns to Lizzy and Luke* Sorry for this, just eat and pay me no mind. *turning to Andy* You don't have to come watch Nate and possibly Luke play. I will go alone. You know since you pointed out how much Nate would hate it. Or Sky hexing you. If I ask you to go somewhere it shouldn't matter who is there or how they feel. It should only matter what I want and how I feel. *taking a bite of food and looking up at Lizzy* At least that brother is sensitive when he needs to be.
[Lucas] *smiling proudly* I am! *making a face at Joey trying to make her laugh and feeling discouraged when she looks away* Joe, you make me sad sweetie.
[Andy] *shaking his head, hurt* I really meant that. About Nate I mean. I'd like him to see that I'm not just trying to have sex with you. That you mean more to me than that and that I want to spend time with you. *pouting* Everyone thinks I'm being sarcastic when I'm not. And Sky, well that's a different matter entirely. I know she doesn't like me, but that wouldn't stop me from spending every moment with you, even if I had her shouting curses at me every moment of the day. So, you're right, it shouldn't matter who is there or how they feel. But I think my feelings come into play a bit. I don't mind going to this game, or every game, with you. But there might be times that I don't feel like getting the evil eye simply for existing. *taking a drink of his soda, still pouting* Oh never mind.
[Lizzy] *eating quietly*
[Lucas] *ignoring the girls* Andy, as your friend I have seen you change. I didn't think you had it in you but I was wrong. Nate will see it when he gets over the version of you he doesn't trust. I know I can leave the room and you won't try to pressure Joey for sex. It is because you have proven yourself to me. On several occasions. *smiling towards Joey* Nate is just more protective of her. He has a serious case of the big brother. I can't fault him for it. Joey is beautiful, and way too naive. He is a good guy, believe it or not.
[Andy] *frustrated* I know he is! I haven't got a problem with Nate. I never have! I like him, I think he's a grand guy, and his main goal in life is protecting someone who's very important to me. I can't fault him for that either. *sighing*And I don't. His girlfriend doesn't like me, but then she's got a reason. And one that I'm ruddy well ashamed of enough without the both of them reminding me about it every time I look at Joey. I was a player, maybe even a dog, but I never coerced a girl, or manipulated, or lied. I wouldn't do that. *eating a bit of his pasta*
[Lizzy] Blimey Andy. I don't think anyone thinks you're a rapist. Calm yourself, you know that it's going to take time and you have to be patient. *to Joey* Which is not really one of his strong suits. *giving Joey a soft smile, then reaching across the table to take his hand. When he looks at her she smiles* You realize it's time to sit down and talk with Nate, and Sky too. If not now, soon.
[Andy] *looking at the table like a little boy being punished* Yeah, I know.
[Joey] Sometimes I think we are going to be okay, and other times I think this is bigger than I can handle. I just don't know what to do. *dipping her garlic bread in her sauce before eating it*
[Lucas] *shaking his head* Take it from me, it is always going to be filled with ups and downs. Think back to where I was in your spot. What did you tell me all the time? *smiling as she looked at him*
[Joey] Don't give up unless you have given it your all. *moving her hair behind her face* It's different. You two just fit into place, and we, well we.. wait, why are we talking about this?
[Andy] *slumped in his seat, his long hair falling forward and covering his eyes* Because I don't know how to make a joke, and I hurt your feelings like a complete prat.
[Lizzy] *watching Andy and shaking her head* Darnitall man, why must you be such a drama queen. Sit up, look to your left, and kiss the beautiful girl sitting there, who for some reason likes you. Then get over yourself and have fun at this dinner you made us come to or we are getting boxes and leaving you two to sulk on your own. This was meant to be a good time.
[Andy] *looking over at Joey* I'm sorry.
[Joey] It's okay. *half smiling at Andy before grabbing her drink and taking a sip*
[Lucas] *looking at Lizzy and smiling* Why do we hang out with them? *laughing loudly and then even louder when he realizes everyone in the restaurant is looking at him*
[Joey] *trying to hide her face* Sometimes it's a better idea to leave you home then it is to take you out. Stop, they will kick you out for being obnoxious.
[Lizzy] *laughing with Luke* You lot. And you thought you were out here to cheer us up. *giggling more and blushing* Shh Luke, the waiter's coming.
[Andy] *kissing Joey gently before throwing a napkin across the table* Shut it you two. No sense of decorum whatsoever. And they wonder why they hang out with us. *looking around for the waiter and then taking one of the spare straws and opening it, pulling the wrapper down just a little and twisting the end, looking at Luke before turning and blowing it straight up, laughing as it darts down and lands in Joey's hair*
[Lucas] *laughing and then offering everyone a bite of his food, smiling when Lizzy took a bite* It's good right? * love it! *sliding his hand on her leg as everyone was distracted, slipping it up her skirt and back down resting it just above her knee*
[Joey] *trying to hide behind her smile* So, tonight Nate has a game right? I might have to go pay him a visit. *watching Luke nod* Cool.
[Andy] *eating some more and looking at everyone, with a big smile* When is the game, we can probably stop by there on the way to the surprise I had planned. *to Joey* If you still want to come out alone with me tonight...
[Lizzy] *resting her hand on top of Luke's and squeezing it gently, feeling happy and excited as she feels his fingers wander up her bare flesh, before slipping back down to her knee* That is good, I'll have to get it next time. I think I like it a lot.
[Joey] *shrugging* I am not sure what I want to do anymore. If anything at least we got these two out of the house for a little while.
[Lucas] *rubbing her hand with his thumb, ignoring Joey and Andy* You still want to watch that movie tonight? I think tonight should be an all night movie experience. *winking*
[Lizzy] *nodding* I do. In fact we might take all the war movies into my room and have a movie marathon. *glancing at Joey and Andy before adding* You can crash on my floor. I've got a sleeping bag.
[Andy] *finishing his food* Well whatever you want to do, even if it's going to the game alone, I'm fine with. I don't want to push you Joe. You can come out with me, or take me where you want to go, or send me packing and go see Nate, *quietly* or anyone else you might want to visit. Just make sure that you end your night happy, that's all.
[Lucas] *nodding* When we get back I will run up and get some pj's and my pillow. I will grab that movie I was telling you about earlier. Should I grab any others or just the one?
[Lizzy] I'm thinking if we want a real marathon we should get at least four or five, don't you think?
[Joey] *letting her hair fall to hide her face from Andy* Maybe I will go see Nate and then come back and see what you are doing?
[Lucas] That's even better. If we get tired we can nap between movies. *finishing his food and sliding the plate away* Oh man, I am stuffed! Well, maybe I have room for one more garlic bread.
[Andy] *looking down* Sure, sure. That sounds good. I'll just go home with these two and grab a book. I have one I've been wanting to read for awhile. When you're done with whatever you're doing come see me and we'll sort out what we're going to do next.
[Lizzy] Naps are important for a good movie watching experience. They're no good if one is tired and unfocused. *looking at Andy* You're going to have your music on when you read right?
[Andy] Yeah, but I can keep it down if it'll bother you.
[Joey] *resting her head on Andy looking at Luke and Lizzy quietly*
[Lizzy] No, I just wanted to see. We'll figure it out when we get home. *giving Joey a sad look* You can come with us if you want, we can scrap our movie marathon if you just want to hang at home. We'll torture the boys with a Katherine Heigl night, what do you say?
[Lucas] *pretending to pout* I don't mind Joe, if you need us we will be here for you.
[Joey] *shaking her head and feeling comforted by Andy's hand in her hair* I won't be any fun. You guys watch your movies. If you want you can watch them at our apartment. I won't be long and then I can go to your flat and talk to Andy. Or whatever is easier for you.
[Lizzy] *eyes lighting up and looking at Luke* We could do that. And that'll give the lovebirds here some privacy when Joey gets back.
[Andy] *breathing in deeply and reveling in the smell of her hair* That sounds like a plan to me. *getting the check from the waiter and discreetly slipping some cash into it before kissing the top of Joey's head* Alright, are we ready then?
[Joey] *looking up and kissing him* Thank you for dinner. *smiling and then taking his hand after he offers it to her* I won't be long, then we can talk okay?
[Lucas] *putting money on the table to more than cover a nice tip* Are you leaving now Joe? Come back to the flat, maybe when you get there you will see that you don't need to go anywhere.
[Joey] Will you take them back, you know, our way. I have to go do something. *turning to Andy and kissing him deeply, hands in his hair and on the back of his neck*
[Andy] *kissing her just as intently, running his hand through her hair* Be safe while you're out. I'll see you in a little while. *stopping, looking like he's going to say something else before giving her a wide smile and a kiss on the forehead* Have fun. *looking at Lizzy and Luke* You two ready?
[Lizzy] *squeezing Luke's hand one more time before moving it off of her leg and straightening her skirt before standing* Yes, I'm ready, Lucas?
[Lucas] I am ready. *standing and hugging Joey* Do what you need to, but don't run away. I don't know what is going on in that head of yours, but just be careful okay? *kissing her forehead and watching her hug Andy one more time before leaving the restaurant* So, do you want me to get us home the magical way?
[Lizzy] Yes please! *looking excited* It's fun! *taking his arm as they walk out of the restaurant and see Joey disappear behind an alley. They go into the same alley and she's gone, Andy takes Luke's other arm and Luke spins, pulling them all with him and appearing in the front room of Lizzy and Andy's flat*
[Andy] Alright mate, this is my stop.
[Lizzy] *hugging Andy tightly and kissing his cheek* She'll be back, and soon. Don't you worry about it.
[Andy] *hugging Lizzy and Lucas* I don't think I'm going out again tonight. I'm just going to put on my pajamas and read that book. You two have fun with your movies. *watching as they both walk out the front door so they can go up the stairs. He takes a quick shower and then puts on his pajama pants and grabs his book, starting the radio before he crashes out on the couch and starts reading*