The Script

Ch. 23 - Awarded

DISCLAIMER - I do not own Victorious, or any of the Characters, Images, or any else that is in any way related to it.

Okay, so maybe I wasn't done. This is just a short epilogue, something I really didn't plan but came to me and thought I should share with you guys! Enjoy.

Jade's POV

"Oh crap. Where is my dress? Tori placed it out for me, and then told me she would see me she would see me later tonight." My script, Incompatible Perfection, is up for an Oscar. It started three years ago, after I had amnesia and Beck had helped me and my wife get things back on track. We moved to Broadway, along with Cat and Robbie, and watched as my writing became one of Broadway's top musicals. Then a Hollywood producer, different from the first two, said he would like to bring it to life on the Big Screen. After some consideration, and Tori's input, we finally agreed to green light the idea.

We've spent these three years since going back and forth between New York and Los Angeles, Tori's talented voice finding its path in both markets. She, along with André, are doing the opening number at tonight's show. I am up for Best Author of an Original Production, and everyone will be there. Cat and Robbie flew in last night, and stayed with us. It was great, the two of them, along with André, Beck, even Trina.

Tori was going ahead of time to the show, getting her performance with André down before meeting me for the pre-show Red Carpet. I swear, if it weren't for me loving her so much, I would curse her for leaving me when I'm a nervous wreck.

"THERE!" I finally found the blasted thing. Tori left it out all right. But in the guest bedroom. She knew I never went in there, so why? Oh well, just an excuse to punish her tonight when we get home. I love doing that. She just drives me absolutely insane. To think, I hated her for trying to steal Beck when we first met. And I never wanted to admit we were friends. But I finally realized I wasn't denying a friendship, but a love that had developed.

After I finally admitted it to myself, and I confronted Tori about it on our graduation from Hollywood Arts, it became clear to me that no one in my life was more important than Victoria Vega. Nothing against Cat, who was and still is one of my closest friends. Beck understood. He said he still loved me, but only as a friend. And André admitted his crush on me, but said he wouldn't intrude because of how much Tori and I loved each other.

Even Robbie and Trina grew on me. My sister-in-law is vain, don't get me wrong. But the care and love she has for Tori is something that I never new was possible from anyone other than myself. Trina actually stood up to me, stating she would slit my throat with my own scissors. And Robbie, because he was married to Cat now, which happened about a year after my own wedding, became a psuedo brother-in-law.

Now if only André and Beck would settle down with their girlfriends, we would all be set. Hell, I never thought it would happen, but Trina's married also. Huh, go figure, right?

Anyway, enough rambling, I need to get ready for the show. Tori said I'm a lock for the award, but I'm not so sure. I put my heart and soul into that script, and everyone has always commended my abilities. But still, the other nominees wouldn't be there if they weren't just as deserving.

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Tori's POV

"ANDRÉ!" That is the third time he has intentionally messed up. He knows I want to get home and have a pre-pre-show session with Jade. I never thought I could love someone, especially her, as much as I do. But like her play/movie title says, we are Incombatible, but perfect for each other.

"Sorry, chicá." He was laughing at me, keeping me entertained until everything started getting going. We are the opening act tonight, and then I will put my new pearl colored dress on and meet my wife for the remainder of the show. Her nomination, which I told her countless times is a sure win, is around the middle of the show. So I should have time to mingle for a few minutes, talk about the performance, and get to my place.

The song we are using is something that no one knows is coming. André wrote it almost seven years ago for Jade, but knows that I sung it to her with just as much, no wait, MORE, intensity than he did. 365 Days is the perfect song for us, because the circumstances to bringing us together were some of the strangest I have ever heard of. How you can go from hating someone, which I know Jade and I were friends, but she acted differently, to telling the you have the hots for them? I knew the instant Jade said that that she really meant it, because her emerald eyes shyed away. She only does that if she ashamed or afraid to admit something.

"Alright, people. PLACES!" The director is shouting at us, giving André a skeptical look. We have this down perfectly, if he would just stop screwing around. Like last night. Jade and I were hosting a party for all of our HA friends. Obviously, Cat and Robbie, Beck, André, and even Trina were there. I almost choked when my wife suggested we invite her. I know they're close, but still. I've had twenty-five years to practice putting up with her, and I still have issues.

He just wouldn't leave us alone. Something about "married people" not being able to have as much fun. When Jade and I told him otherwise, he asked for a demonstration. If I didn't know better, Jade probably would have killed him. But his girlfriend got to him first.

I hear the music, my voice instantly following along.

Monday, well baby, I fell for you
Tuesday, I wrote you this song.

Wednesday, I'll wait outside your door
Even though I know it's wrong.

7 days a week, every hour every month
Gotta let you know where my heart is coming from

Watching as André finally does it correctly, my rhythm collects itself and I fall into the dance. The words, which I sing while knowing Jade will tear up from, flow perfectly and effortlessly. As I said, this song is perfect. Especially after the plane crash.

That had to be the hardest time of our combined lives together. Seeing Jade everyday, but her not remembering me, shattered my heart and spirit more every day. And watching the pain and confusion on her face was something that sent me into a depression. I never mentioned it, because I knew I had to be strong for her, but still. That pain is something I will never forget. It does, though, help me appreciate every moment I do have with her.

We finish the take, and the director orders one more for good measure. After one more flawless performance, he releases us for the day and I have just enough time with my wife to make her feel extra special tonight, even before the show.

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No POV

Jade and Tori arrived, André in tow. Cat and Robbie were joining them later. Beck was coming in seperate, because he was nominated for Best Actor, and his PR manager had said it best for him to do so. He begrudgedly agreed. He was sitting at the table next to Jade, and they would be there to congratulate each other if they won.

Walking the Red Carpet with Tori was something Jade never thought was possible after the crash. She had walked around, confused, for two weeks straight. Then when she finally get things settled, she thought she was damaged beyond repair. So in an surreal happiness, she walked along with her wife.

"MRS. WEST! OVER HERE!" The countless paparazzi were trying to get her attention, a picture for their repective newspapers. Everyone knew what had happened. The first two failed attempts at production, the plance crash and amnesia, the wedding, everything. But this was one of the most successful lesbian couples in Hollywood and Broadway, so those who didn't like it knew to keep their mouths shut.

Jade and Tori smiled wide for the cameras, and Tori eventually broke free of her wife's grasp. "I gotta go baby, but I'll see you in a while, okay. You're gonna win, so don't fret it." Tori leaned in, leaving an extra long kiss on Jade's cheek, so the media would have enough time to capture the pic. "Love you!" Jade returned the favor, and watched as Tori left to prepare.

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Jade's POV

"Oh my God. I'm not gonna win. Please let me win. Oh, this sucks. I can't lose, not after everything else in my life has gone so right." Sure there were speedbumps along the way, but still. Everything was in place now, and nothing can stop me. Silently laughing at Andrew, who shunned me for my homosexuallity, I let that thought calm me slightly. And then Kevin, who I can't fault, I can't help but wonder what would have happened if he had never dropped us. This day may have come sooner, but there is no way Broadway would have happened. So I guess, in a way, I'm glad he did.

"Oh shit, its starting."

"AND NOW, PERFORMING THEIR NEW HIT SONG, PLEASE PUT YOUR HANDS TOGETHER FOR ANDRÉ HARRIS AND VICTORIA WEST!"

"HEY, only I get to call her Victoria." Oh well, at least they got the West part right. Some people who knew her from school still call her Vega. I watch my angel walk on stage with her best friend, and listen intently for the music to begin. As it does, I know my eyes go wide. "Oh, yeah, new song indeed." I know not many people remember it, but I do. I watched Tori when she sang it seven years ago, and I know that even though she said André wrote it for his dog, she really sang it to me. And I knew right then, that I didn't just have the hots for her anymore. I loved her.

The song finally dies down, getting the crowd to stand on its feet. I look straight at them, wording "I love you" to Tori and "Congratulations" to André. They finally leave the stage, and I settle in for a pleasent evening.

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No POV

"And the nominees for Best Actor are:

Beck Oliver...

Will Smith...

Brad Pitt...

Andrew Frost...

And the Oscar for Best Actor goes to... ... ... BECK OLIVER!" With a swift kiss from his girlfriend, Beck walked to Jade and gives her a hug. Kissing her cheek, then Tori's and Cat's, he walks up to the stage to accept is award.

"I'd like to thank everyone in my life who has helped me reach this point. My wonderful girlfriend, my fellow cast mates, my director, and my best friends from Hollywood Arts, Jadelyn and Victoria West, along with Cat Valentine, André Harris, and Robbie Shapiro." After accepting the award and leaving the stage, Beck stood for his congrautlations before finally returning to his seat just in time for Jade's category.

"And now, the nominess for Best Author of an Original Production are:

Matthew Issacson...

Jadelyn West...

Caroll Grey...

Stephen Kigleen...

And the Oscar goes to... ... ... JADELYN WEST!" As if out of a script, Beck and Jade, who had started their lives in the entertainment industry together, were accepting awards for their individual fields on the same night. Jade rose, kissing Tori and recieving hugs from everyone around. She found Beck, hugging him and his girlfriend.

She made her way to the stage, and her eyes instantly filled with tears. Everything that had led to this was playing in her mind, and she couldn't hardly keep her composure. She stood, silent, as everyone waited for her to being. But for some reason, she couldn't.

"HEY BETSY, WHAT YOU DOIN' GIRL?" Tori was encouraging her, using her name from so long ago to show her she still remembered and she had always had her back. Jade instantly calmed down while the entire room looked to Tori for shouting like a lunatic. Neither girl even noticed. Jade spoke to Tori, and it was just the two of them

"I would like to thank my wonderful wife, Victoria, who was the inspiration not just for this production, but of the best parts of my life. If not for her, I don't know where I would be today. I love you, baby. To the crew and stars that brought this to life, you have my eternal gratitude. To the producers, this award is just as much for you as it is me. To my friends and family who have supported me even through the darkest of times, I would like you to know that I am here for you just like you were there for me. Thank you for the fans and everyone who saw the movie, and everyone who made this night possible."

Jade found her way off the stage, her life's work another step toward completion.

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"Hey, sweetie! Congratulations." Tori found Jade backstage, and wrapped her up. She pecked her cheek, knowing that PDA wasn't looked at well at a major event like this. "That's the preview of tonight." Tori smiled again, looking back at her.

"Yeah, about that."

"Yeah?"

"Tori, you know how you always wanted to be a mother?" Tori's eyes lit up.

"YOU'RE NOT."

"I am."

Ahh, the true final chapter. Jade finally gets something good in her life. And what is her reward? An Oscar and a baby! As I said, this idea just came to me, and I figured I would share it with you all. Thank you again to everyone who read this, and for all the reviews!