Star Struck

I Needed A Good Laugh

Madeline POV:

We decided to head out to my apartment, and seal the deal with a couple movies. We all were really getting along, and I could tell Victoria and Alex liked each other, along with Jessica and Justin. I wonder what Austin and I look like compared to them?

I mean, I have to admit... I think I like him a bit more than just a friend. My only question is, am I the only one who likes Austin? Does he like me back?

I don't think so... I mean, he just broke up with Rochelle Evans. How can he break up with her, then go for a girl like me?

That stuff only happens in movies. Not just any movies, soap operas. I guess that's what my life is: a big old soap opera. Love triangles, mixed feelings, and plenty of hilarious cheesy comments.

"Madeline! We need the ice cream!" Victoria called from the kitchen. Her and Jessica were trying to make some ice cream sundaes for us all. They wouldn't let me in the kitchen.

I sighed and went to get the ice cream from my big cooler, which I placed where my washing machine and drying machines were. I got some vanilla, chocolate, and peppermint bon-bon ice cream. I decided to keep my favourite, cookie dough, in the freezer.

When I got to the kitchen, I knocked on the sliding divider and Jessica slid it open a crack. "Hand them to me and go sit down, Madeline," she told me, holding out some messy hands. I raised an eyebrow, but still handed her the ice cream.

The girls were seriously getting on my nerves. When I got back to the living room, expecting to see the boys, I saw no one. Instead I saw a note on the couch, so being the curious person I am I went to take a swift look at it.

Madeline,

First of all, don't worry. We didn't decide that you were too boring or anything, instead quite the opposite. I snuck a little note to keep you satisfied and not go on a witch hunt for us, leaving our special surprise for you. Just wait, and make sure that you follow Victoria and Jessica's orders- they've put a lot of thought into this. Enjoy!

Austin.

I threw the note on the coffee table and sat down on the couch. Why not just waste time and look for movies?

I looked at some DVD's and smiled when I came up to one- The Wiggles. You might think I'm crazy for having a DVD like that... but I have a perfect alibi. I have two little brothers that back a couple years ago, I used to watch. I guess I never thought to get rid of it.

I came up to find the movie that I think we should be watching tonight- Tangled. Victoria and I have been wanting to watch it, and you know... it's basically another Disney movie that touches you in one way or another.

I know- I can be a sap sometimes.

"Madeline! GET YOUR LITTLE SCRAWNY BUTT IN HERE!" I heard Victoria yell, sounding all excited. In the background I heard some laughter, then a WACK! Followed by an "OWE!"

I closed my eyes in disturbance. Gosh, do these people know how to get a life? But I walked into the kitchen anyways, seeing five smiling faces. (Though the one that stuck out the most was Austin's)

"Thanks for being the bestest person in the world!" Victoria squealed, and gave me a... rather huge hug and sent me stumbling back words. I had to grip the wall for support so I wouldn't collapse. Dang, that girl can really pack a lot on you when she wants to.

When she finally let go, I was pulled into another embrace by Jessica. Only hers wasn't as bad.

Jessica let go, and went to stand visibly close to Justin. Odd, right?

Austin walked up to me, and put an arm around my shoulders. He whispered into my ear, "Thanks, Madeline." I swear goose bumps formed on my neck.

"You're welcome Austin," I said, smiling. He smiled at me too as we grabbed our desert. Then, I knew I had to explain to them what movie we were watching.

"I picked out to movie," I started, getting everyone's attention. "We're watching Tangled." The boys looked at me in shock while the girls, besides me, squealed and dragged Justin and Alex into the living room.

I really think they were excited.

"Really? Tangled?" Austin asked, walking with me to the living room. The others were either dragged, or sprinted there.

"Yes really, and that movie is actually good," I said, causing Austin to scoff.

"Okay, after this, I'm showing you some real good movies," Austin said, taking a bite of his sundae.

"Are you making a date, Klein?" I asked, looking at him in surprise. But, I really didn't show him that- rather amusement.

"NO! I mean, no, but why can't we hang out as friends?" he asked, looking at me more deeply, "I think that's what we are, right?"

I laughed and nodded, and the rest of the 45 second walk to the living room was quiet. We were moving pretty slow, though.

"COME ON! IT'S STARTING!" Victoria yelled at us, making us move slightly faster.

We took a seat next to each other and started to watch the movie. I just hope it is as good as Selena told me.

At the part where Flinn 'dies' a tear fell down my cheek. I looked over to see Jessica dry out sobbing, and Victoria looking at the screen intently stuffing popcorn in her mouth. She was so far up on the couch, a worried Alex was holding her back.

When Rapunzel's tear worked its magic, Jessica's face looked so happy and Victoria's mouth was wide open and she stopped eating. It was rather funny, really.

At the end where she reconnected with her parents, Victoria was clapping. The boy's looked at her like she was crazy, but Jess and I were already used to this kind of stuff and paid attention to the movie.

When the movie was over, I got up and turned the light on. Victoria was on a sugar high and was practically bouncing off the walls. Alex was worried, and tried to get her to settle down, while Jessica and Justin laughed at the two.

Austin saw the overall picture like me, and looked on it in amusement. I went and plopped down next to him, taking a spoonful of his unfinished sundae.

"Hey!" he exclaimed, seeing me with the spoon in my mouth. I'm pretty sure the look I gave him reminded him of a two year old getting caught taking a cookie out of the cookie jar, because he started to laugh at me.

I took the spoon out of my mouth, dipped it in the sundae, and stuck it on his forehead so I could laugh at him... which I did.

"What was that for?" he asked, taking the spoon off his head and sticking it on mine.

"I needed a good laugh... now I need a good shower," I mumbled, looking cross eyed at the spoon on my forehead.

"You got that right," he said, standing up, "Meet me at the pizza shop at 11, come prepared for the most awesome movie of our generation." I rolled my eyes at him, but nodded. He smiled and walked out.

"Time to go!" I yelled at everyone, who looked at me astonished.

"But the party just started," Victoria whined. I took her by the ear and dragged her out, slamming the door.

The other's looked at me with wide eyes, and ran out. I guess I was kind of crabby, considering it was 12 at night, and I had a date tomorrow... or I was just going to hang out, I don't know.

I ignored the mess, and put on my PJ's slipped into my bed, and fell asleep when my head the pillow.