The lyrics used in the story is purely for the sole purpose of the story, I do not own the lyrics no copyright infringement is intended. This story is a love story based on events of 1978 of Michael Jackson's life. Purely for entertainment purposes only.

1978

I finally got a break I was starring in one of the first all black productions of the Wiz. Although, I was an extra I didn't care I was still an actress. To top that off Michael Jackson was starring in it. When I first met Michael I was highly impressed. Although, I didn't really have scenes with him he was awfully kind to me. I can remember when he invited me to eat lunch with him many of days on the set; Michael always made me feel important even though I had a small role.

I was the odd ball of the group being multi racial and all. The people on the set didn't treat me any different; because of Michael I'm sure. Production was over and the movie was finished. Diana Ross was throwing a party for all the writers, actors, and extras in the movie.

Although, I heard so many rumors that Michael loved Diana I never got that feeling when I was around him. I showed up to the party and of course everyone was there. I mingled with the cast and a few people I grew close to.

As the night went on the party slowly came to a close many guest were leaving. I really hadn't said much to Michael he was busy laughing, dancing, drinking and mingling with everyone. I was still there drinking punch slightly dancing to the music that played. All of a sudden I felt a tap over my right shoulder, I looked over my shoulder and Michael was there.

"Hey smiley what's going on?" Michael asked.

"Hi!" I blushed.

"So you have fun tonight?" Michael asked.

"Michael I've had the best time ever, I didn't know what to expect." I said looking around.

"Well... I'm happy you had a great time." Michael said looking at his watch. "So, Ummmm... You have a ride home?" Michael asked.

"Actually, I was just about to call a taxi that's how I got here." I replied.

"You won't do no such a thing I have a limo, so we can give you a lift."Michael said.

"Michael... That's sweet of you, but I don't want you to go out of your way." I said.

"Nonsense... You're not out of my way come on." He said.

I sat my punch down I walked off with Michael I waved to Ms. Ross thanking her for the invite. Michael gave Diana a hug and a kiss and said goodbye. Michael and I walked along the long brick path to the limo. A tall gentleman got out opening the door. I got in first Michael preceded behind me.

"So where are we going?" Michael asked.

"Ummmm... I live in a studio apartment on Shady lane. It's about an hour drive. I told you it would be out of the way." I said.

"And again... I say it's not." Michael replied.

Michael pushed a button telling the driver where we were headed, the driver replied and we were headed to my home.

"So tell me Angelina, what made you want to be an actress?" Michael asked.

"Well... every since school. I been in all sort of plays, it's my passion if I can't act I want to write or sing." I replied.

"Well I have to say your performance was extraordinary in the movie, you really have nice moves, and a very distinctive voice." Michael said.

Oh god! How I blushed from those words. Michael had me grinning a smile a mile wide long.

"I'm just so excited I was apart of this historical event and all black production with the only multi racial girl." I said.

"Well when I look at you I see Angelina not your skin, and I'm sure that's what the director saw as well." Michael said.

"Michael you are too sweet you always made me feel so welcome I thank you for that." I said.

Michael blushed too I forget he's shy but he did open up to me on this hour long drive.

"Ummmm... This is my building Michael I thank you so much I just hate you went out of your way." I said.

"Really, (laughing) it's not out of the way. Just another hour for me to think of the splendid drive I had with you." Michael replied.

"See you're too kind I have to repay you, please don't say no." I said.

"Really Angelina you don't have to." Michael insisted."

"See it's no fair! You've been so kind to me you have to let me repay you. I'm not taking no for an answer. Tomorrow night if your available dinner here." I demanded.

"Ok! (Laughing) ok I'll come only if I can bring dessert." Michael insisted.

"You have a deal! So let's say around 6 if that's fine?" I asked.

"It's perfect! So I'll see you then."Michael said.

The driver opened my door I got out of course Michael got out to walk me to the door. My building had a 24 hour door man, so it was really no need, but Michael insisted.

"Well... Michael again I thank you for the ride, and I'll see you tomorrow at 6." I said.

"The pleasure was all mines and I'll be here at 6 sharp. Have a good night Angelina. Sweet dreams!" Michael said as he kissed my cheek.

I blushed of course I walked to the door. The door man held the door open. Michael was still standing I turned he waved I also waved then I got in the elevator.

I was excited as I entered my apartment. The party was excellent and I actually had a great conversation with Michael. I looked on the table noticing I had a few missed calls I played the answering machine back.

"Hey little sis, I haven't heard from you in two days. How is the production going? I hope all is well with you. Mom and dad send their love. Yes! Daddy too, he's getting use to the fact that you had to live out your dreams, so don't worry so much. Ok, sis I have to go call me when you can. Love you!"

I loved my sister Angelica she always understood me. Since it's so late I'll just call her tomorrow. I took my clothes off crashing in the bed, thinking about tomorrow at 6 pm.

Morning came I woke up to a ringing phone. Didn't they get it? If I didn't answer to stop calling! I finally dragged out of bed in the process I stomped my toe on the chair.

"Aaahhh! Ouch!" I screamed.

"Angelina! Hello Angelina are you ok?" A male voice said.

"Ummmm... Yes I am, but… who is this?" I asked

"It's me Michael! Are you ok? Did I call at a bad time?" Michael asked.

"Oh... I'm sorry Michael no I just stomped my toe. You're voice sounds different on the phone. Wait... How you get my number?" I said smiling.

"You know people always say that (laughing) and I have my connections, and you're listed in the phone book too. Look, Ummmm… I have a bit of bad news." Michael explained.

"Ok. Is everything alright?" I asked out of concern.

"About dinner... I can't make it at 6 I have something that I can't get out of. I really would love to have dinner with you though." Michael expressed.

"Awwww... I understand Michael. Perhaps, another time then?" I said.

"Yes! Most definitely I would love that. I was thinking maybe... Nah you probably wouldn't want to." Michael said.

"What is it?" I said anxiously awaiting his reply.

"Well... I was thinking maybe... Uh... You could escort me this evening." Michael said inviting me.

"Michael really isn't this business? Are you sure you want me to join you?" I asked.

"Yes! Please if you don't mind. I know I won't be much company, but having you there will make the night go faster, then maybe we can go dancing at studio 54." Michael suggested...

My eyes got big I've never been there, but I've heard many stories about studio 54.

"Michael, I would love to join you!" I excitedly said.

"Awesome! Angelina you've honestly made my day. So, I'll be there around 5 it will take at least and hour and a half to get to our destination." Michael said.

"That's fine Michael thanks so much of thinking of me." I shouted.

"No! Thank you, you're the angel. So, I'll let you go I'll see you this evening. Bye smiley!" Michael said smiling.

"Bye Michael!" I said glowing on the inside.

After my phone call I finally called Angelica we had a long talk. I told her that I was escorting Michael tonight and the way he's befriended me. Of course she insisted he was sweet on me, but it was strictly platonic. Yes! He's cute, he's adorable, but honestly I never thought he looked at me in any other way than being a friend. We got off the phone said our I love you's then we hung up. The rest of the day I spent doing my hair, nails and finding the perfect outfit. It was almost 5 I expected Michael any moment to call.

There was an unexpected knock on the door, so who ever it was I was surely to send them away fast, since Michael would be here any moment. I rushed to the door patting my clothes.

"Coming... Coming." I yelled as I ran.

"Hey smiley!"Michael greeted me with flowers.

"Michael... I wasn't expecting you to come all the way up. And I never gave you my apartment number." I smiled taking the Beautiful floral arrangement smelling them.

"Well... Your door man was so kind he remembered me from last night, besides I wanted to be the first to see how beautiful you looked." Michael blushed.

He wore velvet black pants with a glittered striped vest and a collared shirt. My jumpsuit was velvet and black so we matched in a way.

"You always know what to say... So you want to come in? I can show you around." I asked.

"Sure we have a few minutes." He said looking at his watch.

Michael was awfully handsome tonight that glittered vest truly made his brown button eyes glow. I stepped back as Michael walked in. Michael grabbed my hand saying.

"Lead the way Madame." He smiled.

I giggled and blushed all into one, the way he took my hand and called me Madame, reminded me of those old classic black and white movies that I loved.

"Sure Michael, it's small nothing I'm sure like your home, but I love it." I said.

We walked through to my large living room, my stainless steel kitchen, my very compact bathroom, and last my bedroom; the reason I took this apartment. The view over looked the ocean it was absolutely a site to see.

Michael stood at the door afraid to go in he still held my hand.

"What's wrong Michael?" I asked.

"Maybe... I shouldn't go in." Michael said bashfully.

"It's ok Michael you have to see this view, come on."I smiled a crooked smile.

Michael smiled back then we walked in together, he looked around at the paintings on the wall, all my sisters' creations of course. I walked over to the window as Michael admired the beauties on the wall, next he looked on my table beside my bed. There sat a photo of me, my sister and my mom. My mom was Asian and African American and my dad African American. So I had a unique look about me and my sister too.

"So, these are your sisters?" Michael asked.

"Well... One is my sister and my mom (laughing) and of course me." I replied.

"You all are so beautiful and your mom doesn't look a day over 30. Amazingly… beautiful!" Michael said in awe.

"I'll have to tell her you said so." I said laughing.

"Now, this view let me take a look." Michael said walking toward me.

I cheesed as I took his hand he looked his eyes were huge!

"Angelina! This is amazing to look at almost a lovely vision as you, almost." Michael smiled.

"Oh Michael..." I giggled.

"Well... Shall we leave we do have an hour and a half drive." Michael said.

"Yes, we better go. Let me get my bag."I said walking to get my purse.

Michael followed behind me I had my purse in my hand we both walked to my front door. Michael opened the door I walked out he closed the door behind us. Michael held out his hand to get my keys I placed the keys in his hand Michael locked the door and we were on our way.

4 hours later

We'd been at Michael's business engagement for over 4 hours now, but it was more like a party. He introduced me to many celebrities as his date for the evening. After that I didn't see much of him, I knew he would be busy so I adjusted. I walked around the grounds of this immaculant mansion that belonged to Quincy Jones. I sort of felt a little out of place with all the famous people. I walked out by the water falls angel statute. I wasn't big on wine I had sparkling apple cider in my glass. I took my shoes off as I sat by the pool placing my feet in kicking the water. I sipped more cider placing my empty glass beside me.

Then my eyes were covered by cold hands. I could smell the scent of a soft sensual musk. Then his voice spoke to me.

"What are you thinking about smiley?" Michael said removing his hands.

"Michael you scared me! (Laughing) I guess... I don't know what I was thinking, but I do have one question." I said.

"And what might that be?" Michael asked softly.

"Well... you've been calling me smiley for so long I'm use to it, but I have to wonder why smiley?" I asked.

"Well... Look at you, your smile is more than beautiful. Every time you speak you smile...so that's why smiley." Michael answered.

"Ok, I guess that's good enough, so how did your meeting go?" I asked.

"Actually... very good. Quincy is going to work with me on my new album." Michael excitedly said.

"Wow! That's great, Michael." I said hugging him.

Michael's hug felt exceptionally good, I had never been hugged or kissed by a man other than my father. At least not until tonight…