Emcee: And now ladies and gentlemen appearing for the first time to open the Platinum Choice Awards, Tori Vega!

Tori's friends all exchanged looks. This was not what was supposed to happen. The director of this program had made a point of getting rid of Tori because she refused to cooperate with his "dress-up" ideas. Jade had jumped at the chance to fill in for Tori on national television, and yet here she was now sliding into Tori's vacant seat, which just happened to be next to Beck.

Beck glanced over at his former girlfriend, still dress in most of the ridiculous outfit she was supposed to wear onstage and gave her a smile. He knew that she had made the ultimate sacrifice for a performer, to stand down and let someone else go one. At that instant he remembered the Jade that he had fallen in love with, the beautiful dark princess whose fierce demeanor kept everyone save him at bay.

It was at that moment he also decided he had been without her long enough. Whatever the problem .was that had caused them to break up, he was willing to take responsibility for and do whatever it took to win her back, starting right now. Beck leaned over and whispered to her.

Beck: That was really a great thing that you did for Tori.

Jade: Tori did something pretty great for me too.

Beck was on the verge of asking what, but decided to remain quiet while Tori finished her performance. At the end of her performance Tori was downstage and her friends all swarmed the stage to congratulate her.

She gave Cat and Andre a big hug, then Jade, then Beck. Tori then retreated backstage where she was congratulated by a few of the members of the staff and crew, including Mason Thornesmith who was now taking full credit for her appearance and success.

At the end of the show, everyone decided to show up at the Vegas for an all-night party. Tori quickly called her mom and dad to get their ok and to ask them to get some food and drinks prepared for the group's arrival. Mr. and Mrs. Vega had found out about Tori's performance on the award show and were only too happy to oblige their superstar daughter.

Most of the happy group soon arrived at the Vega residence, with the exception of Cat and Oliver, who finally arrived but did not seem particularly hungry for some reason.

While Tori was the star of her home that evening she made an effort to pay special attention to Jade, whose selfless action actually put her in the limelight. She was also very pleased to notice that once things had settled down, Jade and Beck were sitting next to each other.

Beck: That was a really great thing you did today Jade.

Jade: Oh, what did I do?

Beck: You gave up a chance to be on national television, to let Tori perform, that was really amazing.

Jade: Yeah, well it was her opportunity first, the only reason I got it was the producer was pissed off at her. I want to win because I am the best for the role, not because the first choice bows out.

Beck: Say what you want, you still did something really great.

Beck reaches over and takes her by the hand.

Beck: It reminded me of why I always thought you were special.

Jade looks at Beck for a moment, then takes her hand away from him.

Jade: Reminds me of how not special you are.

Beck: What do you mean?

Jade: Look, I told you the reason I did what I did, is that I want to win on my own merit. I do not want to win because someone else steps down.

Beck: What does that have to do with…?

Jade: I don't want to be yours because you couldn't have Tori! You guys left the link open on the computer and I saw you, I saw you try to kiss her and I saw Tori stop you, because she considered me a friend, and did not want to take advantage of a friend. You could learn something from her, Beck.

Beck: Jade; that is not what was happening there.

Jade: Oh really? Sure looked like it to me. Lonely old Beck, hadn't had any for a while, here is Tori who is feeling vulnerable and always wanted you anyway, hey let's give it a shot! But Tori had too much class for you, and wouldn't go along. Tori and I may never be friends, but even enemies can respect each other. You and I were supposed to be friends, where was the respect?

Beck: You're right, I am sorry, I just was not sure there was ever going to be a chance for us again. If I thought for one moment there was a chance for us to get back together I would never have tried to kiss Tori. Every time I would see you around school you were very cold to me. I had no hope.

Jade: Oh poor little Beck had no hope! A few weeks without getting any and all of a sudden the world is ending? I don't know if you noticed or not, but I hadn't moved on. Could it be because I didn't want to see us end permanently either? Maybe I was waiting for a chance to get back together too?

Beck: Wait, so if you want to get back with me, and I want to get back with you, what are we arguing about?

Jade: We are arguing about trust, and patience and love. You could trust me that I loved you enough to have patience and wait for you. Apparently I could not say the same about you.

Beck: So where do we go from here?

Jade: I don't know, I may just have to go out and try to get me some.

Beck: That might be interesting.

Jade: What is that supposed to mean?

Beck: It means that you have built up this tough Goth chick character and it will be hard for you to find someone to go along with it.

Jade: Well just to prove a point, maybe I will change.

Beck: You!

Jade: Oh, you don't think I can? Wait here.

Jade stormed off and went to talk to Tori. The two girls were having an animated conversation for a moment, and then went off up the hallway to Tori's room.

The party went on and everyone was having a great time. Beck had almost forgotten his argument with Jade because as soon as she left his side Trina came over to keep him company.

After about twenty minutes or so; Tori came back down into the room. A few moments later Jade came back, but with an amazing difference.

Gone were the dark green combat boots, green leggings and dark skirt and top. Jade was now wearing a light blue mini skirt, with flesh colored stockings that make her awesome legs glow. She was wearing a silk top that belonged to Tori so it was a tight squeeze for her but it managed to emphasize her large breasts and was cut low enough to show Jade's impressive cleavage. A pair of black high heels finished off the ensemble.

The room got very quiet as Jade made her entrance, and you could almost feel a breeze rustling through as all of the males collectively inhaled. Finally the silence was broken, by Rex who uttered a stunned "Oh my god" as Jade passed him.

Jade was all smiles, knowing the effect she was having on the boys. She walked straight over to Beck.

Jade: So, still think I can't change. I will bet I can do rather well in this outfit finding a new boyfriend.

Jade sat down on the couch next to Beck, and deliberately was not careful so her skirt rode up exposing most of her thigh. She leaned over to talk to Beck and offered him a clear view down her blouse.

Jade: So, still think the tough Goth chick will have trouble getting a date?

Beck was stunned, but tried to maintain his cool.

Beck: Jade I want you to come over to my RV and take off this ridiculous outfit right now.

Jade: Cute, but I think I will try my luck for a few weeks first.