An Evening at the Pub

[Simon] *watching as the doors open and a crowd of faces he recognizes pours in* Well hello there young ones! Don't you all look brilliant. There's a large enough table over there, and Willow will help you with your drinks. *to Joey* You just missed your dad. He popped in, but left almost straight away with a friend. *giving her a jovial smile*


[Andy] A magical pub? Honestly? You people have more things I never knew about than I could possibly imagine. Do you have your own hotels too?

[Simon] *winking at him* Rooms for rent upstairs.

[Joey] He said he'd be here. *shrugging* That's okay, he deserves to hang out and have fun. *turning to Lizzy* Was he meeting your dad?

[Lizzy] *looking around in wonder, and then stepping out of the front door, and then back in again* It's bigger on the inside. That's brilliant! *to Joey* Nope, not my dad. Maybe it was mystery woman?

[Joey] He needs to admit he is seeing someone. He's sneaking off and that's not okay. *looking at Luke and whispering* Hey that's that girl that went and shagged Dom. Ewww

[Lucas] Joe, you are so immature. *winking at her and smiling* But yes, eww would be the proper statement on that. *taking Lizzy's hand and leading her to the table and kissing her before they sit down*

[Lizzy] It was Dom and some girl too wasn't it? Miss Pom Pom? *raising an eyebrow looking at Willow* I don't know how she does it. I don't know that I could be with two people at once. Let alone strangers.

[Andy] Give her a break, she's just being young and having fun. *smiling at Joey* You should tell your dad you want to meet his girlfriend. I'm sure he's just afraid you won't handle him dating very well.

[Willow] *walking up to the table and smiling at everyone* Oh hi! I know you all! From the World Cup right? What a crazy weekend that was. *pulling out a pad and quill* What are you all drinking?

[Lucas] *smiling at Willow* Yes it was an interesting weekend. *looking at Joey and Lizzy* What do you girls want to drink?

[Joey] *looking at Willow and then at Simon* I will be back, go ahead and order without me. *getting up and walking to the bar*

[Willow] *taking everyone's drink orders with a smile* I'll be just back with those drinks. *looking at Andy* Do I ... do I know you?

[Andy] I was there that weekend too. You probably didn't notice me, you were chatting with Dominic and his ... friend. I believe you were slightly distracted.

[Willow] Hmm. Yes, I suppose that must be it. You'd think I would remember you. *shrugging and giving them a cheerful smile* Ok then, I'll be back in a few.

[Simon] *sitting down the glass he was polishing as Joey walks up to the bar* Hey gorgeous. What can I do for you?

[Joey] Hey uncle Simon. You won't think to poorly of me if I order from you instead of her will you? There are germs everywhere and *clearing her throat when Willow gets close to the bar* And I don't like germs. *smiling at him*

[Simon] *raising an eyebrow at her* I suppose that'll be alright.

[Joey] I'll have some juice, any kind. What ever you have handy. *flashing her sweet smile at him*

[Simon] *pouring her a glass of cranberry juice and watching as Joey's eyes follow Willow* You know, she's a really nice girl.

[Joey] I am sure she is, I just don't like how she gives her love to everyone. That's not how its supposed to be. You are supposed to do that with people you love.

[Simon] *ruffling her hair* Willow is different. She's a special girl, but her belief is that love should be shared. You should ask her about it one day, she's very open about it. And she's not a tramp, she's just ... free.

[Joey] *looking at him with a lost look* But daddy said that is wrong. *shaking her head* I know I was raised a little different, but there are bad people out there. Sometimes sharing isn't the best idea.

[Simon] No worries princess. *thinking of his niece, and of the man who raped her, and his two little girls* Daddy's aren't always right, but I think yours is right, for you. Willow's path is right for her. To each their own. Now, go sit back down sweetie, or your boyfriend will think I'm trying to whisk you off your feet.

[Joey] *standing on the foot rest of the bar and leaning over to kiss Simon on his cheek and smiling at him* Thank you Uncle Simon. I will try to give her a chance, but if she flirts with Andy I think I might get upset. Cause he was like that and I am not. I believe relapses are possible, even when the people don't want that to happen.

[Simon] *watching her walk away, then looking at Willow, who walked up to get their drink orders filled* Careful with that brown haired guy there. That's Alec's daughter's boyfriend. Don't you go working your wiley charms on him. *chuckling and filling glasses*

[Willow] I don't know Simon. There's something about him. It's like I know him and I've only said two words to him.

[Simon] *giving her a serious look* I'm not kidding with this one Wills. She's important to me. Almost as much as you are. Don't go seducing her boyfriend.

[Willow] *smiling as she lifts her tray and walks back to the table* you know guys who are attached are off limits Simon. Don't you worry about me. *winking and bopping off toward the table* Hey! *dropping off the drinks and a couple of menus* I'll be just over there if you all want food. *catching Andy's eyes again and then looking around the table as a whole* Or anything at all.

[Lucas] Sorry Joe. *looking at Andy* Are you sure you two never hooked up? Cause she seems pretty sure she knows you.

[Joey] *looking towards Willow and then at Andy as she waits for him to answer*

[Andy] *staring after Willow* Yeah, I'm sure. I'd remember that. *looking at Joey* Sorry. I mean ... no, yeah. I mean I'd remember her. I don't know why she seems to know me, but something seems familiar about her too. Maybe we went to school together?

[Lizzy] She's younger than you Andy. Maybe she's been in the diner?

[Andy] *shrugging* Who knows. Either way, I'm with the most beautiful woman in the city, so whether or not I know some barmaid has absolutely no relevance in my life. *kissing Joey's cheek*

[Joey] *at Andy's comment she looks away, and focuses on the wall* But you'd remember that? My looks have no purpose except to try to get you out of the trouble your mouth got you into. God, why did we come here again?

[Andy] Is it a bad thing that I actually remember the girls I've slept with? Would you prefer that they hit me by surprise?

[Lucas] Because you wanted to see your dad, and we wanted to keep partying. Joey don't be like that. Let's have fun.

[Joey] I'm still waiting for someone to walk up and hand you a baby or some paper saying you're a dad.

[Andy] That's not going to happen Joey. I have always been very careful. And I have always kept in touch with the women I have been with, even if it's just keeping an eye on them like I did with Sky. My dad was never around, and I'm not going to be that guy. *sighing as she continues looking at the wall* Look at me. *glancing around the table and then lowering his tone to a near plead* Please. Joe. *running one hand through her hair until she looks at him* I regret my past, but I'm not going to lie about it to make you happy. I would remember if I had been with her. Because I've got a soul, and I don't count women as notches on my headboard. You know who I was in the past, and I don't see any reason why I should start hiding it now. I love you, but I'm not going to lie about who I am.

[Lizzy] *ignoring Andy and Joey completely and whispering into Lucas's ear* So what was that you were mentioning earlier about the proper ways to behave in private?

[Joey] Andy, I see how she looks at you. I am forever aware that one day you might get fed up with my simple ways and walk away. I know you love me, but you admitted earlier you don't love me enough to marry me. I have no solid grip on you and I feel like I am slipping; it's not going to take much to separate us. Maybe I should put out so we can see where we stand after that?

[Andy] Woman you are going to drive me mad. Not an hour ago you were thanking me for saying no. And I don't recall EVER saying that I didn't love you enough to marry you. I said that YOU are not ready. And that I am certainly not ready to be anyone's dad. I love you; I'll go marry you tomorrow. No putting out required, if that's what it takes for you to understand that you're not getting rid of me that easily.

[Lucas] *leaning into her and kissing her before sliding off his jacket and placing it on his lap and then taking her hand and letting her feel his hardness that he pulled out of his pants and has hiding under his jacket* He wants you. *pulling her hair closer and putting his jacket on her too as he spreads her legs slightly and rubs her panties*

[Joey] *looking at him and smiling* You'd marry me tomorrow, and then regret it the next day. I know you love me, but I don't think its enough to keep your sexual frustration at bay. Why don't you go have a fling and then see if you can come back to me? You know the girl that can't stand seeing you without a shirt because it makes me nervous.

[Andy] Joey. I am NOT sexually frustrated. I don't want to be with anyone else. Ever. And I don't care if I have to wear a shirt every day for the rest of my life. I will not go and have a fling, and frankly I resent your implication that I would. My feelings for you run deeper than that, and if I need to I will wait every day of forever for you to be ready. Or not. But if you can't believe me then that is your problem, not mine. I'm tired of having to defend myself. I do it to your family all the time, but I shouldn't have to with you. You should know me better than that.

[Lizzy] *stroking Luke gently, feeling as she grips harder that Luke responds in kind. She feels the dampness on her panties and leans over, kissing him again, the feeling of his hand on her in this public place getting her more excited. She runs her thumb over the head of his cock and feels his fluids beginning to drip too. Rubbing her thumb in a circle around in it she is satisfied to see his hand tremble as he reaches for his drink*

[Joey] *leaning into him to speak and then sitting back in the chair and thinking about what to say next*

[Lucas] *carefully sliding her panties over and sliding his finger inside her as he tries to steady his breathing, feeling her wetness he leans over and kisses her aggressively*

[Joey] *seeing Luke and Lizzy kissing and then turning to look at Andy* We are always going to have a little issue regarding me letting go of your past, and most of it isn't even your fault. Because you didn't hurt me, they did. But, I don't know what to do to get past that except to try to make us work. I am not going to make you wait forever, and I know that you are being so patient. I want to give myself to you, but I am just not ready. I feel guilty because you aren't used to waiting for the girl to be ready. I feel like a horrible girlfriend.

[Andy] *getting frustrated* God. Joey. Stop feeling guilty. You're making ME think I'm pressuring you, and I know I'm not. I want to make this work too, and I'm all too willing to wait for as long as it takes. But honestly, I have a past. We're going to meet girls who are a part of that. If this is how you react to someone who thinks she might know me, what are you going to do with girls I really have been with? After all, I'm still friends with quite a few of them. I'm not giving up my friendships.

[Lizzy] *hearing Joey and Andy she backs away from the kiss, although she doesn't stop rubbing the hardness in her hand. Instead she whispers in his ear again* You know, I noticed a nice little gazebo out back. It's mostly blocked from the street. *gripping him a little more tightly and sliding her hand down and then back up his length* Feel like a bit of a walk?

[Joey] I never asked you to give up your friendships! I am still friends with Evan so I wouldn't ask you to do that.

[Willow] *walking back up to the table and looking at Lizzy and Lucas, tapping Lizzy on the shoulder as she comes up behind them* Hey, anything else I can get everyone? *feeling the tension from Joey and Andy she takes a step back, shaking her head and looking at him* Did you go to school in Godric's Hollow?

[Andy] Where? No, I'm from London.

[Lucas] *kissing Lizzy and sliding his finger out of her and fixing her skirt, then tucking himself away before balling the jacket up and holding it to cover his situation* We will let you talk, come on Lizzy. *grabbing her hand and walking out letting her lead the way to the gazebo*

[Joey] *looking at Willow and then at Andy* I have to, uh, use the restroom or something. *getting up and walking away trying not to cry she hears the door close and then feels herself getting picked up from behind*

[Hugh] Joey! *hugging her and looking at her face he gets mad* Hey sweetie, who caused those? *rubbing the tears off her cheeks*

[Joey] No one. It's just me being insecure and scared. *smiling at Hugh* I'll be fine. Hey were is Dom? This is one time I need him near me. That girl he was with at the world cup is here and she is talking to Andy. He could've come in and taken her off and had his way with her and I wouldn't be sitting here sad and jealous.

[Willow] *putting her quill behind her ear and looking after Joey* I hope I didn't get you in trouble with your girlfriend. *biting her lip and for once looking like the shy girl who had started at Hogwarts so long ago*

[Andy] She'll be fine, it was a long day. Hey ... *looking to see if Joey was coming back* I'm pretty sure I would remember, but we didn't ... you know... did we?

[Willow] *laughing lightly* No, we didn't. If you didn't remember I certainly would have. I have been with precisely 10 guys, and four girls. You are not any of them. *giggling* She thinks? Oh, oh no. I'm so sorry. I can get my mate Daniel to cover this table if you want.

[Andy] *sighing* I think that might be for the best. I still wonder why you're so familiar to me though. *shaking his head* I'll figure it out. Eventually.

[Joey] *goofing around with Hugh and looking at Andy, blowing him a kiss and then spinning in the bar stool while she waits for Willow and Andy to stop talking*

[Hugh] So I see you are still with him? He's not a bad guy or anything, but you are so different from him.

[Joey] But he's a good guy and I love him. He treats me well, cares about what I do and say, and he has to be the most patient man I know. *smiling at Hugh* All of that aside, I know how I feel and that is all that matters right?

[Hugh] *smiling* Yes, that is all that matters silly. *spinning her in the chair and laughing*

[Willow] Well if you figure it out let me know. *smiling and winking at him before walking away and pointing Daniel toward the table*

[Andy] *sitting there watching after her and then staring into his glass miserably*

[Joey] *seeing Andy alone she looks at Hugh* I am gonna go talk to him. *hugging him then jumping off the stool and walking over to Andy* I'm sorry for earlier.

[Andy] *staring at his drink and then looking up at her* Joey. I don't know how this is going to work if you keep doing this. I am doing the right things here. I'm not seeing anyone else. I'm not pressuring you, I want to support you, but whenever I try you ... I don't know, you get all upset. It's almost like you want me to pressure you. I don't say anything about you spending time with the guy who is actively trying to get you back, but I think I recognize someone and you freak out. I love you Joey. I love you so much, but what am I supposed to do?

[Joey] You can do what you want. I am your girlfriend not your keeper. I was just telling Hugh that I love you and how great you are. I know how lucky I am but you have to understand, its different for me. I am still learning that love isn't painful. I don't care what she is, was, or could be. Right now I don't care about anything other then telling you I do love you Andy. Beyond that, I can't promise anything. I will get upset, and be hurt, or jealous. If you can't deal with that I have to respect your feelings.

[Andy] I can deal with that. I AM dealing with that. I've been dealing with that a lot, and I think I've been doing a decent job of it. I know you're going to have feelings, and I know that they will include jealousy and hurt. You're human. And you're beautiful and sweet and you're like a delicate flower. And I feel like I'm just stomping all over you.

[Joey] *kissing him* You are doing just fine. I think my emotions are just to much to fast sometimes. I am learning, I may not always be the best girlfriend. But I will try to make sure you are always happy with me.

[Andy] *wrapping his arm around her and kissing her* I promise, I will always be happy with you, even when I'm not happy with you. *looking into her eyes* That's what love means.

[Joey] This love stuff is a lot, but I am happy to learn with you. *kissing him again* Where did they run off too? *pointing to the empty chairs in front of them?

[Andy] *shrugging* Probably just wanted to stop us harshing their new relationship mellow. *laughing and kissing her again*

[Joey] Probably, they are cute though. Funny how that hooking up thing they started turned into a real relationship. That's rare. *putting her hand in his and smiling*

[Daniel]*walking up to the table and wiping his hands on his apron* Hey guys, everything going alright today? Are you hungry?

[Joey] *smiling at Daniel* I am kind of hungry, I didn't eat much at a party since they had meat about the table. *looking at her menu* Can I please get a ceaser salad and oh some mozzarella sticks? *smiling at Andy* You'll help me eat those right?

[Andy] *smiling at her and squeezing her hand* Of course I will. *looking over the menu* And I'll have a bowl of the vegetable soup. The other two should be back soon. *looking toward the door with a knowing smile* They'll probably be hungry as well. Thanks. *glancing over at Hugh* Want to invite your friend over?

[Daniel] *writing down the orders* I'll keep an eye out for your friends. *leaves the table*

[Joey] *smiling towards Hugh sitting at the bar talking to Simon* No, not yet. I will invite him when Lizzy and Luke get back. Right now its just us, and I like that better.

[Andy] *grinning and kissing her gently* So, I've never been a boyfriend at Christmas time before. What would you like? I'm kind of excited to do the shopping.

[Joey] *looking at him a little taken back* Hmm, I really don't know. I've never had a boyfriend at Christmas either. We could go shopping together and point out a few things we like and then part to shop and meet back up. Or I dunno, that sounds like I am 15 and going to the mall with daddy. *covering her face as she laughs*

[Andy] *chuckling* I'll tell you what, we'll go to the mall tomorrow, and you can show me all the things you like. *smiling at her*

[Joey] And you can show me everything you like too. Cause if you don't you will have bunch of gifts that you may hate. *smiling at him as she leans in to kiss him*

[Andy] You could give me one solitary sock, and I'm sure I would love it. *chuckling* Ok, maybe a pair of socks.

[Joey] Pair of socks, got it. *giggling* I need to buy for everyone, I am such a slacker. I know daddy wants a new bike jacket. I saw a red and black one I want to get him. It's Sophie and Owen's first Christmas so I have to get them something fun, and.... *smiling* Yeah now I see why I shouldn't wait to shop. *shaking her head before leaning into Andy* I wish I could give you a great present. One I know you probably would enjoy. I just wish I wasn't so scared.

[Andy] None of that talk. We've already been through this today. I don't want that as a gift from you Not until you're ready to give it One day, *kissing the tip of her nose* maybe you can even give it to me as a wedding gift. but not today alright?

[Joey] I wasn't talking today Mr. eager beaver! I was just saying that would be a great gift. *sighing* I am sure that is what the love birds are doing as we speak. I know his jacket trick. *making a face* He's so weird!

[Andy] Jacket trick?

[Joey] *blushing* He used to sit with Jonnie and I wasn't allowed to come in the room if he had his jacket on his lap as they cuddled. I just thought it was some unspoken code I had to obey. Then one night I heard her talking to her friend on the phone about how he lays his jacket on his lap and lets her play with it when they aren't alone. *shaking her head* After that I avoided them when they were cuddling all together.

[Andy] *laughing* Genius! I mean ... *looking at her and giving her a bashful smile* Well it is a bit of ruddy genius. Still, I'm not sure I like that behavior with Lizzy. In public. With me right here. *shuddering* Yeah, I'm not sure I like that at all.

[Joey] I know when he was with Jonnie I spent a lot of time with Ty. I believe he likes, you know, a lot. She must like it too. Now that we know what they are doing, I wonder if they are going to get more obnoxious about it. I knew they weren't watching that many movies! No one can watch that many movies and not get bored. *laughing nervously* And I really mean watching movies, I hear the other isn't boring at all.

[Andy] *shrugging* Depends on who you're with. I mean some girls, especially those who are relatively inexperienced, it's new and exciting for them. It doesn't get boring for a long time. Then those are the girls who've been doing it since they were ... well too young to be doing that for sure. Especially the really really pretty ones. They act like a guy should be grateful that they've lay down and spread their legs. That gets old, and boring, right quick. *watching her as he speaks* Tell me if I'm over sharing. I don't want to make you uncomfortable, but you seem to be determined to talk about this today.

[Joey] I am curious and scared. I want to know, but I don't. I can't even explain how my brain works. You are fine with sharing, if I don't want to hear anymore I will tell you. *looking at him as she bites on her bottom lip, deciding how to word what she wants to say* I have never seen people who love each other doing that. I have seen Julie raped and the video for a split second at your place. That is all I know of it. I have never touched one or anything.

[Andy] Well ... *looking slightly disconcerted* I mean that's ... that's not how it's supposed to be. On the video I mean, and what happened with Julie. It's not like that at all. I can understand why you've never touched someone else, but you .. *getting a little color in his cheeks* You take care of your own needs right?

[Joey] My own needs? What does that mean?

[Andy] You know ... like ... *at her confusion he flushes more deeply* You don't touch yourself? Down there? *as he asks he runs one hand feather light up her thigh*

[Joey] *looking at him a little confused as she puts her hand on his and moves it closer to her knee* Well I wipe when I use the bathroom. And I have to clean everything when I shower. But, beyond that, no I don't touch myself.

[Andy] *tightening his hand on her leg for a moment before removing it and leaning his head back against the booth* So you ... *blinking at the ceiling and then looking at her* you have no idea what any of it feels like. *trying to have this conversation without getting turned on and finding himself massively unsuccessful* You've never? You've never. Wow. Um I mean, I can talk you through it. Or something. No, you don't want that. Yeah, *taking the food from Daniel and thanking him quietly, watching him walk away before looking at her completely seriously* Is that something you'd want to try?

[Joey] *unwrapping her silverware and crossing her legs as she puts the napkin on her lap* I need a book or something. Maybe if I learn a little about it, I won't be so scared of trying any of it. But, I am curious about how it all works. I have always been curious, but the fear overshadows it and I don't know how to get past that. *leaning in and whispering* I heard Jonnie say something a few years ago and I wanted to see for myself. But, I never mentioned it to EJ cause I didn't want him to think I was crazy. You already know I am so what do I have to lose. *giggling before taking a bite of a mozzarella stick*

[Andy] *leaning in and whispering back* And what is it that you heard Jonnie saying? *playing with her hair as he talks*

[Joey] *whispering in his ear* Boys sometimes like playing with themselves in front of women. She said its a turn on for her when Luke did it. I want to experience that. *turning red and looking at the table as she takes a bite of salad*

[Andy] Do you have any idea how hard you're making it for me to behave Joey? *leaning down and kissing her neck, before breathing in her ear* Any time you want to experience that, or anything else, you just tell me.

[Joey] And you'd do that? For me? *smiling at him then frowning* Does it hurt?

[Andy] Oh I would. On a second's notice. *fidgeting with his cup so as to keep his hands off of her* Does what hurt?

[Joey] When you rub yourself. You are yanking it a little, right? I thought it was sensitive.

[Andy] *laughing quietly and smiling at her* Oh you are the most beautiful creature I've ever encountered. No, it does not hurt. Quite the opposite actually. Yes, it is very sensitive, but just like you wouldn't punch yourself in the face and cause injury, I'm not going to "yank" til it hurts. It's all about feeling good. When we get back to my place can I show you something? I swear we'll both stay fully clothed, and all I'm going to do is kiss you, but I think it might help you understand...

[Joey] *looking at him, nodding her head slowly* If I don't like it can I tell you?

[Andy] Always. That's true of anything you know. If you don't like it, tell me. I can't promise I'll always change the behavior you don't like, but you can always tell me. In this case, however, you will be in complete control Anything you don't like, I don't do. The very second you want to stop, we stop.

[Joey] *picking up a mozzarella stick, taking a bite then feeding him the other half* So do we leave now? Kidding! *tapping his leg* Look who decided to join us. Those two are a mess, why do we hang out with them?

[Andy] *watching as Lizzy and Luke rejoin their table* Have fun kids?

[Lizzy] Do shut up. *smiling* And yes. Oh, and that waiter guy stopped us, so we already ordered food. I am starving!

[Andy] *snickering, still trying to take his mind off of his conversation with Joey* Wonder why...

[Lucas] *smiling at Lizzy* I already told you when we get back home we were going straight to my room. Don't worry about him, he's probably just jealous that we were having fun and he is stuck in here serving people like Joe. *winking at Joey*

[Joey] Hey Luke! That's not nice. *looking over and seeing the spot where Hugh was is empty she frowns* Did Hugh leave? Let me go ask uncle Simon if he is gone or if is using the restroom, be right back. *getting up and walking to the bar* Uncle Simon, the kid that was sitting here, did he leave?

[Simon] *shaking his head* Hugh? He got a call ... he was muttering something about a little one? I think maybe he was supposed to babysit or something today, perhaps he forgot. The holidays are crazy like that.

[Joey] Um, okay. I didn't think he had any babies in his family. *eyes lighting up* Maybe he finally found him a woman with a little one. He deserves someone special. *smiling as she turns to go back to the table*

[Lizzy] *taking her food from Daniel and digging in, watching as Andy eats his too* Having a race there Andy?

[Andy] *shaking his head, chewing and swallowing* Nope, I just have stuff I have to get done today. You lot are going to be off shagging all afternoon at your place aren't you? You're not popping back home at any point?

[Lizzy] No. *suspicious* What have you got planned Andrew. I'd hate to have to kill you when I just thought how well you were doing.

[Andy] Nothing that concerns you. *looking at Luke* Or you either.

[Lucas] *holding his hands up* I never said anything. I made a promise to this one that I would spend the day with her, tiring her out. *chuckling* I won't have time to be concerned with what you are doing. I am concerned with who you are doing. Joey's not ready for this. I know you won't hurt her, but don't let her rush into something without being sure. Which I know doesn't need to be said, because you won't. I guess I felt the need to hear myself talk.

[Andy] I'm not doing anyone. Or anything. *sighing* I swear today people are trying to see if they can actually kill me with conversation. *looking as Joey walks back up to the table* Did your friend leave?

[Joey] *smiling* He did. He has to go babysit or something. *sitting down and leaning into Andy* Eat that last cheese stick. I am done for now. *looking at Luke and Lizzy* Want to go shopping with us in the next few days?

[Lizzy] Sure! And I'll show you what to get for that one there *pointing her fork at Andy* Because lord knows he won't tell you. *smirking at Joey* Men right?

[Andy] Hey now, how is it wrong to be happy with whatever I get?

[Lizzy] Not wrong, but strange ... you are very strange.

[Andy] *eating the last cheese stick and finishing up his soup* Yeah, I might be strange, but you love me and you know it.

[Joey] He said he wanted a pair of socks. So let's find him the most obnoxious pair ever! *turning to kiss him as she giggles* Luke, Ty wants a new game system. It's pretty expensive. I say we get it for him. Well us and Nate. He will love us for it.

[Lucas] Sounds good, a new game system for him is perfect. He loves to sit and play video games with me so that makes me very happy as well. *putting his arm around Lizzy* I need some ideas of stuff you like, and want. Unless I can just wrap myself with a ribbon and let you unwrap me. *kissing her and smiling*

[Joey] Ewww Luke, no one wants that under the tree.

[Lizzy] You don't have to get me anything, today was more than enough *throwing her napkin at Andy* Shut it, I mean asking me to be his girlfriend.

[Andy] *throwing the napkin back* I didn't say a word. I was going to, but I didn't. *smiling* See, Joey makes me a better person. *kissing her* I'm ready whenever you are by the way. *kissing her softly* And we can do whatever you want for the rest of the day.

[Joey] We will wait for these two and we can all go back home together. I will come to your house, Lizzy can go to mine. *looking at Lizzy* Well, if you are staying up there all night I will run in and grab my pj's then I won't be back to bother you guys at all. *smiling* Besides I think your couch misses me when I don't sleep on it.

[Andy] My couch isn't the only thing that misses you when you're not there.

[Lucas] *pointing to his empty plate* Done and ready to go. I don't know if Lizzy will want to spend the night since Nate is due back tonight. We have to head to the states early tomorrow, we have a game.

[Joey] Why does it matter if Nate is there? He has Sky over all the time. *looking at Lizzy* Oh, that's right. You don't like him!

[Lizzy] *putting her napkin on her empty plate* I don't mind Nate being there if he doesn't mind me being there. He's a git, but it's not like I'm planning on spending a lot of time with him. But I can come home tonight instead if that's what you want. *blushing* I mean, I don't have to stay over, if I'm there too much or something.

[Andy] Lord help me Liz. You've been like rabbits for two months and NOW you get shy? Really?

[Lizzy] I don't recall that I was talking to you Andy.

[Lucas] You don't have to go home. At all. *kissing her* You can come with us tomorrow if you want. Either way.

[Joey] *smiling at Andy* I will run and get my pj's then and will stay at your place either way.

[Andy] *standing up and holding out his hand to Luke, who obligingly hands over some money, and then going to pay the bill. He returns to the table and they all gather their things and make their way back to the apartments, chatting and rollicking in the falling snow. When they get up to his apartment Andy kisses Joey deeply* Go get your PJ's ... I'll be here.

[Lizzy] *walks up the stairs with Joey and Luke* You're not going to ... you know... are you? Just because I did, that doesn't mean that you should.

[Joey] No, I am not ready to do that yet. I would like to be able to do something with him, but sex isn't one of them. *smiling at Luke* I am almost 19, I will eventually want to have sex. But have no fear, it won't be tonight.

[Lucas] I trust you Joe, I've always known you would do things on your own time. *kissing her forehead* Do you need any condoms in case?

[Joey] *turning red* No! Oh my gosh No! *running in to get her pj's*

[Lizzy] *turning and wrapping her arms around Luke's neck, kissing him* Well, if you were trying to scare her away it sure worked. *giggling and then kissing him again*

[Lucas] I was trying to scare her from the whole sex thing. But, I believe she is telling the truth. She won't let it happen yet. *waiting for Joey to gather her stuff and leave he slides his hands up Lizzy's shirt and smiles*

[Joey] *with bag in hand she looks at Luke and Lizzy and smiles* Please don't have sex in my room, or the kitchen. The rest of the house is all yours. *smiling she runs out of the house and smiles bigger as she walks out and sees Andy waiting for her*