(A/N: This is the last chapter! I'd like to thank everyone for all their support, especially Man of Faith, CraziiCookii, and Wendy. You guys have been so great with all your wonderful feedback! I really appreciate it. Anyway, I hope you enjoy the ending! Love, Ellivia22)

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Prisoners of Love

Chapter 7 Finding Love at Last

Bailey

As much as I don't want to be away from Cody, I know he and Zack need some time alone. I can use this time to thank London for everything she's done for me. For as long as we've been roommates I never thought she liked me. What she's done shows she truly does care.

I reach my cabin five minutes later. I open the door and bounce inside. "Hi London!" I say happily.

London is standing in front of her dresser applying more make up. Her face reflects on the mirror. Her usually blank face is lost in deep thought. I don't know if she heard me or not.

"Zack," she whispers under her breath, but I hear her.

Trying to ignore the fact that her actions are freaking me out I bound over to her and wrap my arms around her tightly. "Oh thank you SO much, London! You've done so much for Cody and I. I can't tell you how grateful I am. I swear I'll never call you an airhead again!"

She turns and hugs me back. A smile is on her face. "I'm glad to see you happy again. So I assume everything went well?"

I nod happily. "Thanks to you and Zack."

"Well I know I don't really show it much, but I do actually care about you Bailey," she admits reluctantly. Knowing she cares so much about me is like lifting a ton of bricks off my chest.

I hug her again. "It means a lot to me to hear you say that. I'm glad that you consider me a friend."

After a moment we pull away. A dreamy look crosses her face all of a sudden. "Zack," she says again softly. Her cheeks turn red. I raise my eyebrow. Then her smile disappears. "I've got to go. I'm glad everything worked out."

Before I can say another word she leaves the cabin. I stare at the closed door for a second then get in the shower. As I clean myself up I'm lost in thought. What just happened back there? I've never seen London act like this before. It was as if she was in love with Zack. I grin to myself. Now that I think about it, they are a lot a like. They would make a cute couple. That is if he lets go of his player ways. If he truly does feel the same, I hope that they have a happy ending just like Cody and I are. I love happy endings.

I had just finished my shower and brushing my hair when I hear a knock on the door. My Cody is here. I put my hairbrush down, straighten my blue dress and hurry to the door. I open it. Cody is standing there, looking good as always. He is so breathtaking. A huge grin is on his face.

We lean in and kiss each other passionately as a way of greeting. I run my hand through his soft golden hair. His hands wrap around my waist and hold me tight. I'll never get tired of him holding me. Once we need oxygen we pull away.

"So did you thank London?" Cody asks.

I hesitate. How do I explain how strange she's been acting? "Yes, but I don't know if she was really listening to me. She kept muttering 'Zack' under her breath. I think she has a crush on him."

Cody's face lightens up. "That's great. Zack just told me he's in love with her. I think he's going to tell her tonight. Looks like we're not the only ones who will have a happy ending."

"Mmm you read my mind," I whisper, kissing him again.

"You know," he says, his hand caressing my cheek lightly. "I was going to have Ms. Tutweiler tutor me tonight for the upcoming exam, but because you're so smart I figure you would be a better teacher. What do you think about a study date?"

"Do we have to study?" I murmur.

Cody laughs softly. "I'll do whatever you want. I'm completely yours. Forever."

"Good. I'm planning on keeping you forever. I love you, Cody."

"I love you too, Bailey."

We kiss each other again. This has to be the best day of my life. And the longer Cody stays by my side, the better it will get.

CBC

London

I've spent most of the day walking around the ship thinking. Luckily I haven't run into anybody I know so nobody will question my odd behavior. Bailey is already suspicious as it is. I can't stop thinking about Zack.

I haven't heard from him all day. He promised to text me this morning, but he never did. I think he was the one who Cody and Bailey out of the closet. I really wish he had told me that he was going to do that, even though judging by Bailey's behavior that everything worked out. I think the thing that's bothering me the most is that he hasn't contacted me all day like he promised. I sigh. It's been less than 24 hours and I'm desperate to see him, to hear from him. I guess that's what love is all about.

My head is hurting so bad I feel like someone is hitting me with a hammer, so I decid to walk back to my cabin and lie down for the bit. I want to take a nap, but figure I won't be able to. Instead of the 10 hours of sleep I usually get, last night I only got 4. I couldn't get my mind off the guy who turns my life upside down. My hand grasps the doorknob to my cabin. I hope Bailey isn't still in there. I want to be alone. I open the door.

Bailey isn't in the room, thank goodness. Something catches my eye. I move closer. On my bed is my pink beaded purse that I left in the closet in order to lure Bailey. On my silky white pillow is the most beautiful red rose I have ever seen. It looks so delicate and fresh. With trembling fingers I pick it up and smell it. Its scent is so sweet. A note is next to the beautiful rose.

Meet me in the Pavilion at 8PM

My heart is thudding hard against my chest in excitement. Could this be from Zack? It has to be! He's the only one who knows that I left my purse in the closet. I smell the rose again. I've never known him to do such a romantic thing before. Does he truly feel the same way? I can't wait to find out.

Zack

I pace back and forth on the private section of the Lido deck. Good thing I never pulled that orange soda prank, because I had to practically beg on one knee to Mr. Moseby and promise to not pull a prank on him for as long as I lived to get this section of the ship to myself for tonight. It was totally worth it. I would do anything for London.

The setting is perfect. A small table is in the middle. Candles are lit on both sides of the table, a rose in a small vase in the middle. Stars are shining brightly above. Soft music is playing in the background. I clutch another red rose in my hand. I'm so nervous my body is shaking, my palms sweaty. Worried thoughts keep running over and over in my head.

What if she never found the note? What if she doesn't show up? What if she doesn't love me back? What if I do something stupid? What if-.

"Zack?"

I stop pacing and straighten the white jacket that I'm wearing. Since London bought it for me when we were "married" I figured tonight would be a perfect time to wear it. London is standing right in front of me. She looks so beautiful. She's wearing a nice red dress that shows off her amazing figure. Her make up is done perfectly, like always. Her dark hair is brushed down her back. Awe is on her face.

I almost forget to breathe. "London…you came." I swallow. "You look amazing."

She blushes chrisom. I give her the red rose I've been clutching. "Thank you," she whispers. She looks around. "Wow. You did all this for me?"

"Yes." I hold out my hand. "Would you like to dance?"

"I'd love to."

After London puts her purse down on the table, I pull her into my arms at last. I feel so comfortable holding her in my arms. I've held hundreds of girls, but holding London just feels so wonderful, so right. I never want to let go. I hold her tightly against me as we sway to the music. My heart is pounding hard against my chest. So far everything is going well.

"So why did you let Cody and Bailey out without telling me?" London asks. She doesn't sound angry, much to my relief.

I shrug my shoulders. "My guilty conscience got the better of me."

She gives me a small smile. "Well everything worked out between them, so I can't be mad." A silence falls between us as we listen to the soft music playing in the background. I twirl her around. "I didn't know you could dance," London comments.

"Neither did I," I confess. "I guess the more I'm around you, the more things I discover about myself."

"What else have you discovered?" she asks in interest.

This is going to be the hardest thing I've ever done. I look into her deep brown eyes. "That I could fall in love."

We stop dancing. I let go of my hold on her. I grasp her hands in mine and look into her deep brown eyes. "London, for as long as we've known each other I've always considered you as a friend." I swallow the lump in my throat. "But these past couple of days I've been feeling things. Things I've never felt before." I lose my courage and lower my eyes to our clasped hands. "London, I'm in love with you. I love you because you're so sweet and caring and smart, even if you don't show it much. I love you because you've seen the real me and still like me. I know I've messed around with so many girls, but I don't want to do that anymore. I want to be with only one girl, and that girl is you. Please give me a chance."

London smiles, but hesitation is in her eyes. "I'm….afraid."

I knew this was coming. Cody's words ring in my head. Just believe in yourself. I'm not willing to give up "I promise I won't hurt you. I love you more than anything in the world. Hell, I love you more than I love the Red Sox, and that's saying something! I love you so much that I'd hurt myself before I would even think of hurting you. Please, trust me."

She pulls her hands out of my grasp and wraps them around my neck. Her brown eyes are shining. "Oh Zack. I love you too."

My arms wrap around her waist again. I lean in closer, closing my eyes. This time, I don't pull back. Once our lips touch I feel like I'm on a wild sugar rush. Her lips are soft and sweet, like cherries. I feel a spark that runs from head to toe. I feel so warm on the inside. I've never felt this with any other girl I've kissed. Deep in my heart I know why. It's because London is the one. I open my mouth and deepen the kiss, giving her all the love I have. She kisses me back hungrily, her kisses just as passionate. This has to be the best moment of my life.

After a long moment we pull apart. I'm grinning like a crazy person, but I don't care. "Ready to continue with our date?" I ask happily.

She smiles back. "Absolutely."

I hold her against me and lead her to the small table I had set up. Everything is working out just the way I want it to. My brother is happy again and our bond is stronger than ever. I have the girl of my dreams. I wouldn't change my life for anything in the world.

The End