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This takes place before Zane and Nate rode up on their motorbikes.
Zane: Nate, why don’t we go and ride somewhere else?
Nate: Are you going soft on me now Zane?
Zane: I just think we should ride somewhere else where we won’t get into trouble.
Nate: Ok, ok Mr. Softie. You’re no fun anymore.
He speeds off while Zane goes to find Rikki. He spots her walking alone by herself along the grass.
Zane: Hey babe. Wanna come for a ride?
Rikki: I would, but I’ve never been on your bike before. What if I get hurt?
Zane: I would never let anything happen to you. Besides, it’s nearly sunset. Thought I’d be romantic. You can clutch on to me, as tight as you’d like.
Rikki: Ok then. I trust you.
He helps her onto the bike, he gets on and she holds tightly onto him. Zane then rides off into the sunset with Rikki in tow.
Rikki: You were right babe. This is quite romantic.
Zane: Told you.
After 10 minutes of riding, he stops, turns off the bike and turns around to face her.
Zane: Perfect setting, don’t you think?
Rikki: For what?
Zane: This.
He kisses her gently and tenderly, the silhouettes of their faces matching up perfectly with the setting sun.
Rikki: Wow Zane. You sure know how to be charming and romantic.
Zane: I have my moments.
Rikki, I wanted to ask you something.
Zane: Yes?
Rikki: Would you want to meet my dad? I figured that we’ve been going out for quite a while and he should know who his princess has been going out with.
Zane: I’ll try to make a great first impression.
Rikki: You’ll be great babe. Really. But, I should tell you that my place is not as nice yours.
Zane: Rikki, I don’t care about where you live, ok? You think I’m that shallow? Well, I’m not my father. I love you for you.
Rikki: And that why I love you Zane. Can you drop me off then?
Zane: Sure.
They ride off and she directs him to a trailer park
Rikki: This is me. I’ll see you tomorrow.
Zane: I’m counting the hours already.
They have a slow and gentle kiss goodbye.
Rikki: Dad, I’m home!
Terry, Hey there’s my princess. Who dropped you off?
Rikki: My boyfriend.
Terry: I had no idea you were even dating anyone. How long has this been going on?
Rikki: For quite a while now.
Terry: Is he treating you all right?
Rikki: Dad, you don’t have to worry about that. He is the sweetest guy. He may not have the greatest dad in the world, but he’s the complete opposite of him.
Terry: Well then, I’d love to meet him. Bring him ‘round anytime you’d like.
The next morning, she opens her door and standing there is Zane, dressed in a light blue button down shirt with black pants holding a bouquet of red roses. She is wearing a yellow sundress and her hair is down
Zane: For you, my sweet Rikki. You look beautiful by the way.
She blushes at his compliment
Rikki: How incredibly thoughtful of you, Zane. They’re beautiful and thanks for the compliment. Come meet my dad while I put these in a vase.
Not wanting her to expose her secret to her dad, he stops her
Zane: Why don’t you get out the vase and I’ll do it?
Rikki: Oh, right. Thanks babe.
Terry: You must be Rikki’s boyfriend. I’ve heard so many good things.
Zane: Nice to meet you Mr. Chadwick. I’m Zane, Zane Bennett.
Terry: As in Harrison Bennett? You’re his son?!
Seeing the flicker of anger in her dad’s eyes, Rikki steps in to try and diffuse the situation
Rikki: Dad, I promise you that Zane is nothing like his father. Trust me, I’ve met his dad and Zane doesn’t even compare to Harrison. Zane is caring, loving, kind and sweet, among other things, and above all else, he makes me happy.
Terry looks at her daughter, then over at Zane and sees the love that they have for each other in their eyes
Terry: I’m sorry I raised my voice to you, Zane. I just want the best for my princess. You can call me Terry.
Zane: Thank you Terry. And I promise you that even though I’m a Bennett, I have the most absolute respect, love, and adoration for your daughter. She is indeed very special and I never want to lose her.
Terry: Thank you for treating my daughter well. It means a lot to me. She means a lot to me. Now, you two go have fun.
Zane: Thanks. We will.
He holds out his hand for her to take
Zane: Ready babe?
Rikki: I am. Bye Dad!
Terry: Bye! Have fun!
Rikki and Zane have a nice romantic stroll along the beach, hand-in hand with their fingers laced together
Rikki: I think you won my dad over. Zane. I like how you handled yourself.
Zane: Thanks. But, I should admit I was a nervous wreck.
Rikki: Why?
Zane: Well, you’re my first girlfriend and I know that meeting the parent is a big step in the relationship and I didn’t want to mess it up somehow.
Rikki: Don’t worry about it. You were a complete gentleman. And the flowers were a nice touch.
Zane: You deserve them, Rikki. You deserve the world. I truly am very lucky to have someone like you.
He then stops and turns to face her, their fingers still interlaced together
Zane: Rikki, I promise to not screw up this relationship. I love you so much and I will try to be the best boyfriend that I can for you.
Rikki: You’re already the best Zane. I wouldn’t have it any other way.
Zane: Neither would I.
They share a soft, slow, and tender kiss while he softly and gently lays her down in the sand as the kiss deepens. His mouth slowly opens and his tongue inches forward to meet hers. She’s surprised, but she lets her tongue inch forward into his. When they come up for air, she stares into his deep brown eyes and sees his tender gaze.
Rikki: Wow, that was some kiss Zane.
Zane: Just living in the moment babe.
He helps her stand up and they continue to walk down the beach hand in hand with fingers still interlaced together. As they make their way to the mall for an ice cream, they find that they feel safe and happy with one another
As they walk hand in hand, Zane decides to pull her in for a kiss, but forgets about her cone. It slams into his shirt.
Rikki: You should really watch where you’re going Zane. Could be dangerous.
A playful glint appears in his eyes
Zane: Oh really? How’s this for dangerous?
He playfully puts his own ice cream on her nose while she playfully shoves her own ice cream in his face
Zane: You’re gonna pay for that you know.
Rikki: Can’t catch me!
Zane: Oh yes I can! Come back here!
She tries to outrun him, but he’s too fast. He catches up to her and grabs her with one arm.
Zane: Say your sorry or accept the penalty.
Rikki: I most certainly will not.
Zane: Suit yourself.
He shoves his own ice cream in her face.
Rikki: Now you’re gonna pay for that!
She playfully tackles him to the ground
Zane: Oh, so you think you think you can take me on?
Rikki: I know I can.
Zane: Easy for you to say because I can easily overpower you.
Rikki: Oh really? Prove it.
They wrestle on the ground for a while, but then, true to his word, he has her wrists pinned against the pavement
Zane: Told you.
Rikki: Maybe I wanted you to pin me.
She grabs his shirt and pulls him in for a kiss
Zane: God Rikki, I love you so much.
Rikki: I love you too. So, can you let me up now so I can wash this ice cream off?
Zane: Or I can just lick it off you.
He then starts enjoying the rest of his ice cream and it doesn’t take long to get it off her face. He then picks her up into a big hug and spins her around while crashing his lips onto hers. When he pulls away, he stops to gaze into her big blue eyes before putting her down. They then continue walking hand in hand
Zane: You know, I really love being here with you Rikki.
Rikki: I know, I really love being here with you too Zane.
Zane: Enough to come out with me on my Zodiac?
Rikki: But I’ve never been on your Zodiac before.
Zane: There’s always a first time for everything.
Rikki then sees Julia’s locket in the window of a jewelry store
Rikki: Tell you what. You buy me that locket and I’ll go on your Zodiac with you.
Zane: Deal. Wait here.
He goes in to the jewelry store with sheer determination. He points to the locket that she wants
Zane: How much for that locket?
Jewelry Store Owner: That is a very rare piece. Came from a deceased estate. I’ll let it go for $250.
Zane: Here’s 300. Keep the change. Thanks.
He walks out with the locket in hand. She turns around and he puts it around her neck. He then takes this opportunity to kiss her neck and hold her a bit before turning her back around
Zane: It really suits you, babe. It’s like you were born to wear it.
Rikki: Thanks for buying it for me.
Zane: Anything for my girl. I love you. Now, a deal’s a deal.
Rikki: If you don’t go too fast. I don’t want to get splashed.
Zane: Oh don’t worry, I won’t.
They head in the direction of the beach laughing and talking with a few tender and slow kisses along the way