What do you mean you cant tell her? Bob asked into the phone at 8:30 the next morning.
Exactly what I just said! I cant tell her about me and Clint! Sarah said exasperated. She had spent the last half hour to trying to explain to Bob why she couldnt tell Dana about her and Clints relationship.
Yes, but why? he repeated as he took an egg from the refrigerator and cracked it into a bowl.
Because Dana has loved Clint since, God knows how long! And Im her best friend. What am I supposed to tell her? Hey Dana Im going out with the guy youve loved since 1996! Yeah, thatll work! Sarah sighed.
Bob poured the whipped eggs into a pan and placed the pan on the stove. Then he turned the knob to High and sat down in a barstool across from the sink.
Sar, your blowing this way out of proportion. If Dana is your best friend then she wont care about you being with Clint. And there is no possible way she could love him! She doesnt know him! Bob argued.
Yeah maybe your right. And of course she loves him! I love Taylor Hanson and I dont know him! Sarah retorted.
You dont love him, Sar. You dont know what love is, he replied.
I do too love him! I love him with all my heart! And I suppose you know what love is? Sarah inquired.
No I dont know what love is but I do know your not in love with Taylor Hanson, Bob said as he stood and walked to the stove. He took the spatula off the counter and proceeded to turn his eggs into scambled eggs.
Augh, whatever, Sarah huffed.
Sarah, Clint and Dana are going to meet one of these days. And when they do you will know Danas reaction to your relationship. Its going to happen, no doubt about that, Bob reminded her.
Yeah I know, Sarah sighed as she twirled her pencil in her hand.
Anyhoo babes, I have to go because I have a plate full of eggs infront of me that look mighty yummy. Hang in there hun, Bob said.
Yeah okay, bye, Sarah laughed. She hung up her phone and laid back on her bed. What am I going to tell Dana? Bob was no help. He doesnt understand how much people love and admire him and his brothers. They will never understand, Sarah sighed. Slowly she got up and walked to her closet. She grabbed a pair of jeans and a black halter top. She walked out of her room and into her bathroom. She turned the shower on and got in.
Dana opened her eyes and yawned. She looked over at her clock, it read 8:45am. I wonder where Sarah is? Dana asked herself as she climbed out of bed. She heard noises from the kitchen and figured it was Sarah. She put her soft green robe over her cloud pjs and walked into the kitchen.
Sarah had had a bad night last night. She was crying when Dana walked into her room and Dana had no clue why. Sarah told her it was nothing then put a smile on her face. But Dana wasnt stupid; she knew something was up. So this morning Dana was going to make her laugh.
Slowly she crept to the side wall of the stairs right before you turned into the kitchen. Then she threw herself into the kitchen singing.
I want chicken, I want liver..... Dana stopped dead in her tracks when she saw who was standing in Sarah's kitchen.
Meow Mix Meow Mix please deliver! Clint finished not turning around. He was opening a can of Hash for breakfast; he figured he come over early and make Sarah breakfast. But judging by her entrance (or what he thought was Sarahs entrance) his intentions were worthless.
HOLY MOTHER OF GOD YOUR CLINT MOFFATT! Dana screamed shocked. But before he could answer she screamed again.
AHH!
AHH! Clint yelled frightened by her screaming.
AHH!
AHH!
GUYS!! Whats going on down here??!! Sarah shouted. Both Clint and Dana looked at Sarah who was standing infront of them in a pink towel. Her hair was soaked and sticking to her neck. Clint watched as the water ran down her thin legs.
She was screaming at me! Clint informed Sarah defending himself and taking his eyes off her legs.
Dana were you screaming at him? Sarah asked.
He's Clint Moffatt.... Dana said pointing to Clint.
You don't say? Clint sarcastically laughed. Sarah shot him an evil glare.
Clint quit being a self-centered dick head, Sarah ordered. Now Dana, I need to get dressed. Do you think you can handle yourself alone with him?
Yeah, well be fine, Dana smiled. Sarah looked at Clint and he gave her an uneasy smile. Sarah laughed at him and turned to walk upstairs. Dana watched Sarah disappear up the stairs then turned to Clint.
Im sorry for screaming at you, I feel so stupid, Dana apologized as she took a seat at the barstool at the island in Sarahs kitchen.
Nah, dont worry about it, Clint shrugged as he took a seat next to her. She looked at him. He was so handsome, she loved the way his eyes met hers. It gave her that tingly feeling in her stomach and it reminded her of how much she loved him. Unconsciously she began to hum More Then Anything.
What are you humming? Clint asked tapping his hands on the counter.
More Then Anything and could you stop that? Dana replied putting her hands over his as an attempt to stop his insane pounding.
Isnt that a Hanson song? he guessed as he moved his hands and began pounding again.
Yes, why? And stop it! she said getting angry.
You like them too? Great two Hanson fans, Clint sighed. He didnt hate Hanson, infact he admired them. He was just jealous of Taylor because Sarah loved Taylor like she would never love him. And that made him mad and resentful.
I like Hanson but I like The Moffatts more, Dana informed him as she leaned closer to him.
Really? Clint squeaked.
Yeah.... Dana paused and moved closer to his face. And your my favorite, she finished as she brushed her lips across his. He pulled away instantly. Sure Dana was beautiful but he was with Sarah and he couldnt cheat on her.
Dana no, Clint sternly stated as he gently pushed her face away.
Why? Dana asked hurt.
Because I can't cheat on Sarah, he said avoiding her eye contact.
What?! Dana felt tears sting her eyes. Had he just said what she thought he just said?
Huh? Clint was very confused.
Are you going out with Sarah? Dana demanded as she let tears fall down her cheeks.
Yeah.....why? he questioned now concerned. He wipped away her tears and she pushed his hand away coldly.
Oh God, she lied to me! After everything I have been through she lied to me!! Some friend, Dana yelled as she ran out of the kitchen.
Dana! Dana wait! What did Sarah lie about? Dana come back! Clint called to her as he stood up to follow her.
Clint whats going on? I heard Dana yell, what happened? Sarah asked scared.
Well she kissed me and I told her I couldnt cheat on you and she went crazy! Whats going on Sarah? Clint was confused. Never in his life had he seen a fan react that way about him going out with someone. Of course she wasnt just a fan, she was a friend of a friend. And why did she act so surprised about him going out with Sarah anyway? What if Sarah didnt tell her about them? Was Sarah embarrassed to be going out with him? All these thoughts spund through his mind like a Tornado; ruining feelings and digging up questions.
Clint I didnt tell her about us because she loves you, and I didnt want to hurt her. I was going to tell her, I swear I was just waiting for the right time!
I knew it! I knew it! You ARE embarrassed to be with me! Aren't you Sarah?
No! Thats not true!
Yes it is, your embarrassed! You want to be with Scott!
Clint you know thats not true! If I wanted to be with Scott then I would have been going out with him a long time ago! But I dont! I want to be with you!
Yeah right Sarah! Look I cant deal with you right now! Im leaving! With that he stormed out the door slamming it hardly behind him. Sarah collapsed to her knees and sobbed. Was Clint really mad at her? God, please dont take him from me! I cant loose my relationship with him! Please, please make him understand! Sarah did what she hadnt done in a long time......sob. So she sat on the floor and sobbing, long and hard.
Bob had just finished his breakfast. He stood up and walked to the sink and began to rinse his plate. He gazed out the window and thoughts of Sarah filled his mind. I wonder if shed ever go out with me? Nah, shes got Clint. What would she want with me? But then again if they ever break up I might have a chance. I mean we are really good friends and she comes to me with all her problems. So maybe. What am I saying?! This is Clint and Sarah! The perfect couple! Theyll never break up! Bob finsihed washing his plate and as he began to dry it he saw a dark figure running through the woods.
Bigfoot? Bob wondered as he watched the figure turn and speed up the hill. No, is that a girl? he asked himself as he looked harder. Well whatever it was he wasnt going to miss it. He left the wet plate on the counter and ran out the kitchen door. He took off after the person he had seen.
Clint pounded into his house and stormed up to his room. He threw open the door and jumped onto his bed. He buried his face in his pillow and took a deep breath. Scott, who happened to be sitting in his room, put his book down and softly walked into Clints room. He stood in the doorway and watched his brothers shoulders heave and listened to his painful sobs. Slowly and quietly he walked to Daves bed and looked at Clint.
Clint what happened? Scott softly asked. Clint quieted himself and held his tears in. Then he sat up and faced his brother with red eyes filled with pain.
I had a fight with Sarah, he whimpered.
About what? Did you guys break up? Scott asked worried.
About Dana. See Dana and I were talking in Sarahs kitchen and then Dana kissed me. I told her it was wrong because I was going out with Sar and I would never cheat on her. And Dana went berserk, crying and screaming! It was weird. Well it turns out Sarah didnt tell Dana about our relationship. And that hurts Scott, it hurts badly. Is she embarrassed to be with me? What did I ever do to her other then support her 100%? Clint informed his brother as he began to sob heavy sobbs again. Clint had never cried like that before, but the thought of loosing Sarah scared him.
Clint Sarah is not embarrassed to be with you! Come on this is Sarah! The same girl that ran through the neighborhood in her bra and underwear for a dare! Shes not embarrassed about anything! Scott laughed trying to bring humor into the conversation, but it wasnt working. So he decided to be serious and handed his brother a tissue. Clint, you know how much she means to you so quit acting like you dont know if she doesnt want to be with you! I bet you anything shes sobbing her eyes out because shes afraid youll leave her! And you must care an awful lot about her because your here sobbing too. Does that hint anything to that brain of yours?
Scott, I hurt her. Will you go talk to her? Clint begged whipping his tears. Scott gave Clint a warm smile.
Yeah.
Bob pushed the hard branches, leaves and bushes out of his way as he followed someone or something through the woods. Finally it stopped and it threw itself against a tree and fell to its knees. As Bob walked up to the shaking creature he realized it was a girl. And a beautiful one at that. She had long dark brown hair and a thin body. She was wearing a soft green robe with black clogs. She was grasping the tree with all her life.
Umm, are you okay? Bob asked as he placed a warm hand on her shivering shoulder. Dana gasped and turned to face the stranger. But much to her surprise it was Bob Moffatt.
Yeah, she reassured him as her bottom lip quivered.
For some reason, I dont believe that, Bob replied. Here lets sit down and you can tell me your name and whats bothering that pretty little head of yours, he suggested as he pointed to the fallen tree to the left of them.
Well Bob my name is Dana....
Wait Sarahs friend Dana? he asked.
Yeah.
Oh cool, okay continue, he encouraged.
Well I woke up this morning and to make a long story short, I met Clint. And I kissed him but he told me to stop. So I asked him why and he said he was going out with Sarah. Boy Bob, I cant tell you how much that hurt to hear that. Sarah is my best friend and she knows how much I love Clint and yet she goes out with him! I am just so upset! And I miss my Daddy! Dana sobbed. Bob embraced her shuddering shoulders.
Well Dana, I dont know what to tell you, other then I share your feelings. I love Sarah, and Ive loved her ever since I first met her. Im just now realizing its not just a crush. And it killed me to hear of the two hooking up because I knew my chances with her were gone as soon as she noticed Clint. She will never love me the way I love her. But I dont hate Clint or Sarah. And neither should you. Sarah is your best friend and she loves you deeply. She talks about you constantly. But hey look at the bright side! Those two wont be together forever, and once they break up, well have our chance to shine. So I think you should make up with Sarah and wait out their relationship with me. Dana sat in Bobs arms and let his words of wisdom seep into her skin and take over her mind. She knew he was right and at least she would have him to talk to about it.
Oh and Im so sorry about your Dad. Let me know if theres anything I can do to help you through this.
Thanks Bob, for everything, Dana said as she laid her head back on his shoulder. She knew from that second on that she had a great friend in Bob and that he would help her through everything. Its going to be okay, she thought to herself.
Scott walked into Sarahs usually warm house. But as he walked in he sensed something wrong. The air was eerie and there wasnt a sound.
Sarah! Sar, you home babe? he called through the cold house. He walked into the kitchen and thats when he saw her. Sarah was laying on the kitchen floor unconscious. Scott bent down to check her breathing.......nothing. Thats when he grabbed the black cordless phone and dialed 911.
