Confused Couples Rating: G Julia Middleton turtle_psycho@hotmail.com This is a mix-up situation. Darien and Raye are together, Serena and Andrew are together. But we all know that Darien and Serena need to be together! :) Read it to find out how they end up together. (I'm not one for stories that end with them being apart!) ******** Serena was slowly walking toward the Crown Game Center. She held a crumbled test paper in her hand. "Mom's gonna kill me! I flunked another test. Well, I might as well go the arcade before Mom finds out and grounds me." Serena wasn't paying attention to where she was going. She bumped into someone, and naturally assumed it was Darien. "Darien! Watch it-" She looked up and saw that it was Andrew. "Oh Andrew! I'm so sorry. I should've been watching where I was going." Andrew laughed cheerfully. "It's alright Serena. Here, let me help you up." Andrew extended his hand and pulled Serena up. Serena had bruised her knee. "Aw Serena, I'm sorry," Andrew said sincerely. "Why don't you let me treat you to some Ice cream?" Serena perked up at the mention of Ice cream. "Sure Andrew!" Andrew took off his apron and set it inside. Then he asked his friend to cover his shift. His friend agreed. Andrew came back out and offered Serena his arm. They walked off happily towards the diner for Ice cream. *** Serena had another bite of Ice cream. "So where's Darien then?" Serena asked curiously. "I don't know. I think he's still in class," Andrew replied. "So consider it a good day. Darien's not around to tease you." Serena smiled. "You're right Andrew. I'm glad that Darien isn't around to tease me. He can be so cruel." Darien was walking into the diner when he overheard Serena talking to Andrew. *Am I really cruel?* he wondered. Darien decided to sit down in the booth behind Serena and Andrew and eaves drop on their conversation. "Darien can be really mean to you. But if you ask me, I think its his way of showing affection for you." Serena was shocked. "Darien?! Like me? He hates me! That's why he is always such a cold hearted jerk to me!" Hearing those words was like a knife in the chest for Darien. *Cold hearted jerk?!* He couldn't hear anymore. He discretely got up and left. "Well Serena, it's been nice talking to you. But I better get back to the arcade. Again, I'm sorry about your knee. We should do this again sometime." Serena smiled. "We should. Hey, how about we see that new Sailor V movie this Friday?" Andrew thought a moment. "Sure, I'm free Friday. I'll pick you up at 7 then?" "Alright," Serena said happily. Andrew paid for the Ice cream and left. Serena was happy to have a date with Andrew. *** Darien was walking by the arcade. He saw Andrew and decided to go in and talk to him. "Hey Darien!" Andrew called out cheerfully. "Hi Andrew. I've got a question." "Sure, what is it?" "Well, do you think I am too mean to Serena? I mean, I think she's fun to tease, but have I taken it too far?" Darien looked really concerned. "Well Darien, I think you are too mean to her. She thinks you hate her." Darien winced at the word hate. "I think you need to be nicer to Serena. She's a really fun and carefree person. You should get to know her." Darien thought about what Andrew was saying. *I guess I should be nicer to her.* "Listen Andrew, I gotta go. I'll catch you later." Darien ran off. *** Raye and Darien were going for a stroll in the park. Raye of course was holding Darien's arm very tightly. Darien's mind had wandered towards Serena. "Darien, what are you thinking about? You seem pretty distant." Darien didn't answer. "Darien!" Raye shouted. Darien appeared to come back from his thoughts. "Hmm? Oh, sorry Raye." Raye shot Darien an angry glare. "You haven't been paying attention to a word I've said!" "Raye, do you think I am mean and cold hearted?" Raye was surprised by Darien's question. "Of course not. You're so sweet and nice to everyone. Well, everyone except Serena, that is. But she deserves it that Meatball Head!" Darien seemed to become upset. "I gotta go Raye." Darien took off leaving Raye to wonder what was going on. *** The door rang and a voice was heard. "COMING!!" Andrew looked at his watch. He was a few minutes late and Serena wasn't even ready. "BYE MOM!" Serena opened the door and rushed Andrew to his car. "We have to go before my dad questions you!" Serena and Andrew got in the car and drove off just as Serena's dad was coming out the door. They showed up at the movie theater a little late. "Two for the new Sailor V movie please," Andrew said. "We're sold out," was the reply. Andrew walked over to Serena. "We're too late. Their sold out," he said. Serena was looking up at the movie titles and showings. "Well, we could see that new romance movie. There is a showing of that in 15 minutes. You wanna see that instead?" Andrew blushed slightly at the mention of a romance movie. "Sure. As long as we are here we should see a movie right?" Andrew went up purchased the tickets. Serena took his arm and they walked into the theater. *** Raye and Darien showed up at the theater. Darien walked up to the ticket booth. "Two for the new romance movie." Darien put down the money and took the tickets. "Let's go Raye." Darien offered his arm and Raye grabbed it eagerly. They walked into the theater. *** Serena found 2 seats towards the back of the theater. They sat down and began watching the previews. Raye and Darien were walking into the same theater. Serena jumped up. "Raye, Darien! Over here!" Raye and Darien turned to see Serena jumping up and down. Raye whispered to Darien "Do we really want to sit with them?" Darien didn't like the idea of the awkwardness that would come from sitting with Andrew and Serena, but he decided that this would be a good opportunity to be nicer to Serena. "Sure why not? It'll be fun," Darien said. He grabbed Raye's hand and led her up to where Serena and Andrew were sitting. Darien sat down by Serena. Raye gave him a quick glare, but then eased her cool a bit. She leaned her head on Darien's shoulder and held his arm. Serena saw Raye, and decided to do the same. Andrew liked having Serena rest her head on his shoulder. He wrapped his arm around Serena. For some reason, this made Darien a bit jealous. *Am I going insane? I'm jealous of Andrew and Serena?! I have to snap out of it* Darien thought. During a very *steamy* scene in the movie, the four of them were blushing and looking away. Serena caught Andrew's eyes and he leaned in to kiss her. Darien saw them about to kiss and he "accidentally" spilt his popcorn on them. "Oh I'm so sorry! It was an accident," Darien said trying to sound apologetic. Serena, being naive, believed him and they began to pick up the popcorn and return it to the bucket. Andrew gave Darien a confused stare, but Darien turned away. Raye just held Darien's arm tighter, feeling very jealous. When the movie was done, they all walked out of the theater. Serena was shaking. "It's FREEZING out here!" she complained. Darien quickly gave Serena his coat before Andrew could get his off. Andrew again gave Darien a confused stare. "Uh, thank you, Darien," Serena responded. Raye nudged Darien in the side. "I would have liked your coat," she said. "But Raye, you already have a jacket," Darien replied. Raye became upset and began to walk away. "I better go. Bye guys," Darien said as he turned and chased after Raye. Andrew and Serena were left alone. "I had a nice time tonight," Serena said. "Me too," Andrew replied. Serena was still shaking, so Andrew wrapped his arms around her. "Why don't I drive you home now?" Serena agreed, and he walked her to his car. *** Andrew pulled up in front of Serena's house. "I hope we can do this again some time," Andrew said happily. Serena smiled. He leaned in and kissed her gently. "I'll call you," Andrew said. "Bye," Serena replied. Andrew drove off and Serena walked slowly to her door. *He kissed me!* *** The next day, Serena woke up fairly early. Luna was surprised. "Serena, don't forget there is a scout meeting today at the temple." Serena was in a very good mood. "Alright Luna. I didn't forget, but thanks for the reminder! I'll be ready in a few minutes." Luna was shocked. *She is going to be on time for the first time in her life!* *** Serena was strolling down the sidewalk towards the temple. "Luna, it's such a beautiful day. Do you want to go for a picnic in the park?" Luna looked up at Serena, surprised. "That is a splendid idea Serena. I would love to." Serena smiled. "Great. Maybe we can get the others to come too, and Lita could cook." Serena and Luna showed up at the meeting a few minutes early. Raye felt awkward around Serena. *Why is Darien being so nice to her all of a sudden? It's like he's forgotten that I am his girlfriend.* Raye's thoughts were interrupted by Serena. "So what did you think of the movie last night Raye? Did you have a nice time?" Raye looked at Serena blankly. "Uh, yeah I guess. The movie was okay. What about you?" "Raye, is something wrong?" Serena asked. "No, I'm fine. So how was your evening?" Raye replied. "It was wonderful. Andrew is so sweet. Want to go out again some time?" "No thanks. Darien and I wouldn't want to impose." "Okay, if that's how you feel," Serena said. The other scouts showed up and the meeting began. Once the meeting ended, Serena proposed her idea of the picnic. Everyone thought it was a great idea. All but Raye, that is. "But Raye, you have to come!" Mina complained. "Sorry. I have chores to do. You guys go on ahead." "We'll see you around then Raye," Serena said. *** Everyone but Raye left the temple. They went over to Lita's house. Lita whipped up a great meal shortly, and everyone helped carry the food over towards the park. They walked by the Crown Game Center where Andrew was outside sweeping. "Hi Serena! Where are you all off to?" he asked smiling. "We are going for a picnic in the park. You want to come?" Serena asked. "I have a break in a half an hour. Why don't I meet you there?" "Sure thing Andrew!" Serena and the others continued to walk. "Serena wait," Andrew said. He ran up to Serena. "I've missed you since last night." He gave her a quick kiss on the cheek. "I'll see you in a half hour." Serena giggled and waved. *** Darien was walking around the corner when he saw Andrew kiss Serena. He became very jealous. *Why do I care if Serena and Andrew are going out? Andrew's my best friend and I should be happy for him. But, I think I have feelings for Serena. This can't be good for any of us!* Darien tried to forget the kiss and walked up to Andrew. "Hi Andrew," Darien said. "Is something wrong Darien? You were acting pretty strange last night." "Nothing's wrong Andrew. I was just taking your advice and being nice to Serena. That's all." Andrew looked at Darien suspiciously. "I'll believe that. You just shouldn't be so nice to her while your girlfriend is around. I think you hurt Raye. Why don't you go talk to her?" "I'll go do that. Bye Andrew," Darien waved good bye while running off to talk to Raye. *** Darien showed up at Raye's temple with something behind his back. He rang the bell. "Coming!" Raye shouted. She opened the door. "Oh, hi Darien." "Raye listen, I'm sorry about last night. I didn't mean to ignore you. Everyone has been telling me how mean I have been to Serena, and I was following advice and being nicer to her. But that doesn't mean I should ignore you. I'm sorry. Will you forgive me?" Raye smiled. "I guess. What is it that you have behind your back?" Darien smiled slyly. He pulled out the picnic basket. "It's such a beautiful day, I thought it would be great to spend it with you on a picnic in the park all by ourselves." Raye smiled. "How romantic! I'm going to go get changed. I'll be out in a few minutes." Darien waited patiently for Raye until she came out. "Let's go," she said cheerily. *** At the park, Serena and the others were enjoying their food while gabbing about boys. Someone came up behind Serena and put his hands over her eyes. "Guess who?" "Um, Andrew!" Serena replied. "Aw, what gave it away?" Andrew asked jokingly. "Hi Andrew," the girls said. Andrew waved. He sat down by Serena and gave her a kiss on the cheek. She blushed and her friends smiled in envy. Darien and Raye were walking in the park looking for a nice place to set up. Darien noticed that Serena and the others were sitting under a large tree. He took Raye's hand and led her to a shady spot near where the others were sitting. He acted as though he didn't see them. "What a beautiful day it is. Don't you think Darien?" Raye asked. Darien was looking at Serena. "She is beautiful isn't she?" he replied. Raye became full of anger. "Did I just say that out loud?" The look on Raye's face answered his question. "Raye I am sorry! I didn't mean to.." "Say that out loud? Well you did. Darien, who do you want? Serena, or me?" Darien didn't know how to answer the question. He had begun to care a great deal about Serena, but how could he hurt Raye? "You of course, Raye." Raye eyed Darien carefully. "Alright then." Raye sat back down and they continued their picnic in awkward silence. Serena looked over and saw Darien and Raye. "Raye, Darien! Come over here and join us!" Darien looked over. Raye gave him a look telling him no. "Sure, we'd love to!" he shouted back. Raye stood up. "I don't believe it. You tell me you care for me and not Serena, but your actions say differently. Fine! You want to be with Serena so much? Go ahead! I'm not going to stop you. We're through Darien!" Raye stormed off. "But Raye! I didn't..!" Darien realized he had just lost a great girl because his emotions were confusing him. Serena and the others saw Raye storm off and realized that it was over, but only Andrew realized why. Darien cleaned up the picnic and left. Andrew said he had to get back to work. "I'll see you later Serena!" She got up and kissed him goodbye. He left. When Serena sat back down, her friends asked her about her and Andrew. "It appears that you have a new boyfriend Serena," Amy commented. Serena blushed. "Yeah, you two look like you're getting pretty friendly!" Mina added. "You know, Andrew looks like my old boyfriend," Lita said. Everyone laughed. *** Andrew went over to Darien's apartment to check on him after work. He knocked on the door. Darien came to the door looking pretty upset. "Andrew, what are you doing here?" "I'm here to check on you. Darien, you look terrible. Tell me, what's going on? Why did you let Raye break up with you?" Andrew asked, concerned. Darien wondered how Andrew could have known, but then remembered seeing Andrew at the picnic with Serena. "Raye's jealous." He said finally. "Of Serena??" Andrew asked. Darien just looked at Andrew and Andrew understood immediately. "I told you to pay more attention to Raye, Darien." "I know Andrew. But, whenever I am near Serena, I feel happy, and light. Like I am walking on air. You told me to be nice to her. I've been nice, and it makes me so happy to see her smile." Darien answered. He sounded confused and kind of worried, but happy too and his eyes glazed over a bit when he talked about Serena. Andrew stared at Darien. "You're in love with her aren't you?" It was more of a statement that a question. Darien didn't respond. "I thought so. Look Darien, I like Serena. She's fun to be with. But I don't want her to come between our friendship. Say the word and I will back off," Andrew said. He liked Serena, she was great, but she wasn't his one true love or anything and he knew that she might very well be Darien's. He had a very serious tone in his voice, Darien wasn't used to it. Andrew turned to leave. As he was walking out the door he turned to Darien. "Just say the word and I will back off." Andrew left and Darien was left to think about Serena. He heard a knock on the door. He opened the door thinking it was Andrew again, but was surprised to see who it was. "Hi Darien." "H-Hi Serena. What are you doing here?" he asked. Serena handed him his jacket. "I wanted to return this, and thank you." "Thank me for what?" Darien asked. Serena noticed how cute he was with that confused look on his face, though the thought confused her slightly. "For being so nice to me these past few days. You haven't called me Meatball Head even once! You've been polite, kind, and very friendly to me. I wanted to thank you for being such a great friend." Serena leaned and gave Darien a light kiss on the cheek. "No problem Serena." Darien smiled dazedly. "You have a nice smile. You should smile more," Serena commented. Darien blushed a little. "Well I would smile more if you were around more." Now Serena blushed. "Well, it's late and I better be going. Bye Darien." she said, turning. "Bye Serena." *** Darien showed up at Andrew's apartment. "Hi Darien. Have you thought it over?" "Andrew, I am in love with Serena. Please, I'm asking you to back off." Andrew smiled. "You're my best friend. If my best friend is in love with a girl I'm going out with, I will call it off. I will talk to Serena about it next time I see her. Good luck. Oh yeah, be charming!" Darien smiled. "Thanks Andrew! You're the best!" Darien called out. Darien was leaving Andrew's apartment when he ran into somebody. "Oh I'm so sorry!" Darien said. He had fallen down while the other person remained standing. "Darien? What are you doing here?" Darien looked up and saw Serena."Hi Serena! I just stopped by to talk to Andrew. What are you doing here?" "Same thing. I came by to see Andrew. Here, let me help you up." Serena extended her hand, but as Darien relied on Serena for strength, she couldn't support him and fell right down with him. Serena and Darien laughed. "Your laugh is so sweet. It's wonderful," Darien said. Serena laughed again. "Well you are just flirting with me Darien." "Is that bad?" Darien asked. Serena smiled. "No. It's not." "Good then. Why don't I take you out for dinner? I am starved," Darien offered. "Well, I need to go see Andrew. But maybe tomorrow or something, okay?" Darien's hopes fell. "Sure. Tomorrow," he said. "Great. See ya!" Serena said happily, and she went to go see Andrew. *** "So you're saying that you were flirting with her and being really nice, and you even offered to take her out to dinner but she still went to go see Andrew?!" Mina asked. "Yeah. I was being so charming! I don't know how to win her over. Mina, help me please." Darien, Mina and Lita were sitting in the coffee shop drinking hot chocolate. "Well, I am not sure what to do. I feel kind of weird giving you advice how to win Serena when you were going out with Serena's best friend, and right now Serena's going out with your best friend," Lita said. "I love Serena. Andrew knows that. He said he would be willing to step aside for me." An idea struck Lita. "Okay, you may think I sound strange when I say this, but you look a lot like Tuxedo Mask. And Serena is head over heels for him! So, if you were to dress up like Tuxedo Mask and be super charming, I'm sure she would fall head over heels for you!" Darien looked away. "I don't think that's a good idea." "Why not?!" Mina and Lita asked. "Well.. I.." Darien was struggling to give them a reason. Mina understood suddenly. "Darien? Are you Tuxedo Mask?" she asked softly. Darien tried to deny it, but he could tell it was no use. Finally, he nodded his head. "This is so perfect! Serena's Sa-" Lita clamped her hand down over Mina's mouth quickly. Mina turned and stared at Lita. "What?" she asked when Lita took her hand away. "Mina, you can't tell him," Lita whispered. "OH right! Me an my big mouth. Sorry Darien. We gotta go. Good luck!" Mina said. She and Lita paid for their drinks and left Darien confused, making a quick exit. *** Serena left Andrew's apartment feeling a little down, but she knew it wouldn't have lasted and it was better this way. She decided she would go for a walk in the park before heading home, to sort through everything that was floating around in her mind. On her way, she ran into a monster. "Oh great. On tonight, of all nights! Here goes. MOON PRISM POWER!" she called out. There wasn't any time to call the others this time. Serena transformed into Sailor Moon quickly. She was about to use her 'Moon Tiara Magic' attack when the monster jumped out behind her. Sailor Moon turned around but she wasn't fast enough. The monster had its claws around Sailor Moon's neck before she could blink. Suddenly, a red rose flashed across the monster's claws and the monster pulled back, as Sailor Moon stumbled back a step, massaging her throat now that she had it too herself again. "Now Sailor Moon!" Tuxedo Mask shouted. "Right!" She quickly regained her priorities and used her attack. The monster crumbled into nothingness. "Thanks, Tuxedo Mask." she said gratefully. He was about to turn and leave when Sailor Moon stopped him. "Wait! You never stick around. Would you like to go for a walk or something? You always save me, but we still hardly know each other. I mean, well, you're my hero," she finished, hoping she didn't sound like a total ditz. Tuxedo Mask jumped down in front of Sailor Moon. "You're right. I would love to go on a walk with you and get to know you better." Sailor Moon took his arm and they began to walk slowly through the park. "You know, I kind of have a crush on you," Sailor Moon admitted. Tuxedo Mask remembered being in the coffee shop with Lita and Mina. 'Serena is head over heels for Tuxedo Mask... Serena is Sa-.' Tuxedo Mask thought a moment. "Sailor Moon, I have something I need to ask you." Sailor Moon turned to Tuxedo Mask. He looked at her, she looked so familiar, it had to be her. He didn't think he could stay away much longer. "Do you mind if I do this?" Tuxedo Mask wrapped his arms around Sailor Moon and kissed her. She was stunned. "Serena, I love you." He said softly. "How did you know who I really am?" Serena asked. "Mina accidentally gave me a clue. But I have another question." Darien removed the mask and the hat. "Do you feel the same?" He asked nervously. Serena promptly fainted. "Not the answer I was hoping for," Darien said wryly. He lifted Serena and carried her back to his apartment. *** Darien set Serena down on the couch. *She's not as light as she looks!* Darien rubbed his aching arms. I better go call someone so that no one worries about Serena. He got up and walked towards the phone. Mina's number was the first number that popped into his head. "Hello Mina?" "Darien? What are you doing calling so late?" "I have a problem. I figured out that Serena was Sailor Moon. While dressed as Tuxedo Mask I kissed her. I told her I loved her and that I knew she was Serena. I took off my mask, and then asked if she felt the same. She fainted and I carried her back to my apartment. Mina are you still there?" Mina was thinking silently. "Oh yeah, I'm still here. Go on." "Okay. Well that's about it. I don't know what to do really, but I thought I better call so you could tell her parents she was staying the night at your house or something." "Good idea! I'll call her parents, but you need to take care of her and try and sort out this whole situation. I'll drop by in the morning. Bye!" "Bye." Darien hung up the phone and walked over to Serena. "Oh Serena, what am I going to do? You look so beautiful when you're asleep. How did this happen? I guess Andrew was right. I've always felt this way about you, but I just didn't realize it until you started going out with Andrew. I was surprised how jealous I got. So Raye got jealous and broke up with me, and now Andrew broke up with you so that I could have a chance. But now I probably screwed everything up by showing you who I really am. What if you wake up and tell me you don't want to see my again? How would I live without seeing your beautiful face?" Darien looked at Serena. She was resting peacefully. "Well, if you're going to sleep, I might as well." Darien covered Serena with a blanket and kissed her forehead softly. "Good night, Serena." Darien turned off the light and went into his room. After changing into a tank top and boxers, he got into bed and turned off his lamp. *** Darien fell asleep and began to dream of the Silver Millennium as he usually did. This time something was different. He was still Prince Endymion, but he couldn't find his princess. He was searching the palace high an low but couldn't find her. "Princess!" he called out. He heard nothing. "Princess Serenity! Where are you my love?!" Again, he heard no reply. Endymion sat down on the palace steps. He was worried for his princess because the Negaforce was planning their attack and he wanted to talk to her. Finally, he realized where she might be. Endymion got up and ran to the rose garden. "Princess, I have been looking all over for you!" Serenity looked up at her Prince from Earth. "I have been in the garden," she replied. "We are in grave danger. I must protect you and your kingdom!" Endymion shouted. "Hush," Serenity put her finger to Endymion's lips. "You needn't worry. I love you. I know you love me too. Our love is strong enough to protect us." Serenity pulled out her locket and the soft melody began to play. It calmed the prince. Footsteps were heard. "Serena!" the voice called. Endymion turned but saw no one. He looked back to his Princess but she was gone. "I love you my Prince," she whispered. *** Darien woke up with a start. "Serena?" he whispered. He quickly got out of bed and went to go check on Serena. Serena was still sleeping peacefully on his couch. "Serena, could you be my Princess? Was I really Prince Endymion of Earth or does that dream mean nothing?" Serena began to toss and turn. She was whispering things but they were all slurred together. Darien held her hand. "Serena it's okay, I'm here." "I love you my Prince," she whispered. Darien's face went pale. He remembered his dream. That was the last thing he heard Serenity say. Serena woke up. "Darien? What am I doing here?" Serena asked. She was looking around Darien's apartment. "You fainted after you defeated the monster. Do you remember why?" Serena thought a moment. "Y-yes," she stuttered. "So is it true? You are really Tuxedo Mask?" Darien nodded. "This is going to take some adjusting to," she whispered to herself. "But there's more," he said. Serena looked at him. "You remind me of someone. Someone from my dreams," she said. "Sorry, I know that probably sounds pretty strange." Darien looked into her eyes. "Prince Endymion?" he asked. Serena was shocked. "How did you-?" "I've been having the same dreams. I believe its from our past. I was Prince Endymion of Earth. And you were-" "Princess Serenity of the Moon Kingdom. I remember." "Serena, I love you. I loved you before I knew you were Sailor Moon. And now I love you even more after remembering our past." "Darien, I thought you hated me. It hurt me so much. But then you started being so nice to me and I realized how much I really care for you. Then you told me you loved me. I just don't want to loose you." Darien held her. "I love you Darien," she whispered. "I love you Serena." *** Darien and Serena fell asleep talking to each other about the Silver Millennium. Mina knocked on the door. "Hello? Is anybody home? Helllooo?" Mina decided to poke her head in and see where they were. She found Darien and Serena asleep on the couch. Serena was resting her head on Darien's lap and Darien had his arm wrapped around Serena. "How cute! I guess they must have worked things out." Mina left as quietly as she had come. *** "And I found them lying asleep on the couch!" Mina exclaimed happily. "Wow. Looks like those two have become an item!" Lita said surprised. "But what about Andrew?" Amy asked. "Andrew realized that Darien was in love with Serena. So he backed off," Mina explained. "Oh." *** Serena opened her eyes and looked around. She didn't want to get up and leave Darien's warm arms. Darien woke up too. "Serena?" "Yeah Darien?" "Good, so it wasn't a dream," he smiled. Serena looked up at him and smiled. "No my Prince. It wasn't." *** Darien and Serena went over to the arcade to see Andrew who was outside talking to Mina and Lita. "Hey you two!" Mina called out. "So it looks like you two are together now, eh?" Lita asked, winking to Serena. "Yeah. I just wanted to thank you Andrew. For being a great friend and backing off." "No problem Darien. I'm just glad you two are together and happy. Who am I to step in the way of love?" Serena looked to Darien and smiled. "Well we're starved. You wanna go get a bite to eat, Muffin?" Serena asked. "I'd love to Meatball Head. We'll catch you guys later." The two walked off happily down the side walk arm in arm. "What a cute couple!" Mina exclaimed. "Muffin?" Raye asked annoyed. Mina, Lita, and Andrew turned to see Amy and Raye stroll up to the Arcade just as Darien and Serena were walking away. "Get over it Raye. The two are in love," Mina said looking happily towards the couple. Raye was still struggling to get over Darien, but seeing him with Serena just upset her. "Hey Raye, we could go get a bite to eat or something if you want," Andrew offered. Raye looked over at Andrew and smiled. *Well, Darien is a hunk, but I think I am beginning to like Andrew better.* Andrew extended his arm, and Raye accepted. "We'll catch you later," Raye called back as they left. Mina smiled. "That is so adorable." "Yeah, Raye and Andrew can get over Darien and Serena by being together," Lita replied. "Yes, I believe those two will be quite happy together," Amy added. The three girls looked on as the two couples disappeared. "And that leaves us alone, without boyfriends," Mina said sulking. "Yeah," Lita and Amy sighed. The End. :)