Chapter 3: Too Comfortable
I have been staying with Santana and Rebecca for 5 weeks now and recently it has brought back fond memories of when Santana and I used to live together in college. We used to have a blast together and I didn't realise how much I missed it until now.
"Brittany what are you doing in here?" Rebecca asks me walking into the bedroom.
"I'm helping Santana choose what to wear on her first day on set" I reply. Santana landed a spot in the pilot of a new hopeful TV show. One of the writers and producers is friends with someone that was in the movie Santana has been shooting and they mentioned that Santana might be a good candidate for one of the characters. After a meeting or whatever Santana had, they seemed to love her and she got cast. "She wants to make a good impression" I state.
"I am sure whatever she chose to wear would be fine" Rebecca states.
"I know and I told her that but you know what she's like" I shrug.
"Well anyway it would be much appreciated if you didn't lie on my bed" Rebecca says.
"Santana said it was fine, in fact she's the one that told me to sit on the bed" I reply.
"Hey Britt what do you think of…oh hey Rebecca" Santana says walking out of the en suite. "How was work?" she asks.
"Work was fine but I'm exhausted so I just need a rest now" Rebecca replies.
"Ok well we won't be too long in here, probably no longer than half an hour" Santana tells her.
"Ok well I'll go and hang out in the living room" Rebecca sighs before leaving again.
"So what do you think Britt, would this be more appropriate?" Santana asks.
"I would say you're covering up too much now. You don't want to show too much but you don't want to show nothing either when you're as hot as you are" I smile.
"Thanks" Santana smiles. "Anyway I've got another thing in mind that I could wear, give me two seconds and I'll try it on" she says.
"Ok" I nod. After going through another 3 different choices, we finally decide on the best one for tomorrow.
"Oh I meant to ask, how is your injury? Do you need me to come to your appointment with you in a few days?" Santana asks.
"Um it's getting there, I definitely think it's healing. My appointment isn't until next week actually but you don't have to come to the appointment with me, you've done enough to help" I reply.
"I didn't ask that babe, I asked if you wanted me to come with you" she smiles.
"I do sorta want someone to come with me" I say quietly. Truth is I'm worried about it in case it isn't healing as it should be. Usually breaks should heal within 6 weeks or so but it doesn't mean the pain with be gone completely or I'll stop limping.
"It's settled then, I will go with you" she smiles.
"Thanks" I say smiling back.
"Come on, let's go and make dinner and hang out in the living room for a bit" Santana suggests.
"Ok cool" I say following Santana out of the room.
"Babe I was just about to do that" Santana tells Rebecca when we walk into the kitchen and she was cooking. "I said I'd cook tonight so you didn't need to" she says.
"It's ok, I don't mind doing it" Rebecca smiles before kissing Santana. "You two can go and relax or something if you want" she tells us but as soon as her eyes land on me she frowns.
"What?" I ask confused.
"Whose sweater is that?" Rebecca asks me.
"Um, Santana's" I reply.
"That's what I thought" she states. "Why are you wearing it?" she asks.
"Because I'm cold" I state.
"I gave Santana that sweater as a present" Rebecca tells me.
"Ok that's great but anyway she said I could borrow it when I got cold" I say.
"Don't you have your own sweaters?" Rebecca asks.
"She does Rebecca but I wasn't going to make her limp back to her room just to get a sweater when she could easily borrow one of mine since we were in my room anyway" Santana says.
"Our room" Rebecca corrects.
"Yes our room, whatever" Santana groans. "Anyway we'll leave you in peace" she says pulling me to the living room.
"Rebecca and I used to be good friends, what have I ever done to her for her to act like this?" I ask.
"I don't know babe but if she carries on like this, she might just be single" Santana sighs.
"Wait, what?" I ask shocked. I knew Rebecca had been acting weird with me and it was causing tension between her and Santana but I didn't realise the extent of the problems. I didn't think Santana would be thinking of them breaking up.
"She is acting really out of character and I don't know if I like being with that Rebecca. I'd rather have my old girlfriend back" she states.
"Perhaps its work causing problems" I suggest. It's really the only plausible reason for the weird behaviour since like I say we used to be good friends.
"Yeah maybe you're right, I'll try and talk to her again" Santana replies.
Since today is Santana's first day shooting the pilot and she was a bit nervous, I thought I might surprise her by visiting the set at lunch. I'm really hoping I'll be allowed in and they're not going to throw me out or something. I know she's a grownup and doesn't need me checking up on her but I thought it might be nice for her to see a familiar face plus I'm really bored at the moment since I'm not working so it gives me something to do.
"Hey what are you doing here?" Santana asks happily when she sees me.
"I just thought I would come and visit since I'm bored" I reply. "Is that ok?"
"Of course, we're taking a small break just now for lunch anyway" she replies.
"Ok cool, I hope you haven't eaten yet though because I've brought food" I say.
"You're in luck, I haven't eaten just yet" she tells me.
"Cool" I nod before getting the food out for us.
"So apart from being bored, have you been up to much else?" Santana asks while taking a bite out of her sandwich.
"Not really, I did try and do some ironing though. It didn't work out too great because my ankle started to get sore so I had to sit down after ironing a few items" I say.
"Well you shouldn't be doing activities that require you to stand a lot" Santana tells me. "Did you sit down and finish the ironing?" she asks.
"Yeah in the end I did" I say. "I just hate not being able to do the simplest of tasks" I sigh.
"I know but that's what I am here for, you know just to ask me babe" Santana says.
"I know but you already do enough for me, I don't want to make you even more stressed" I reply.
"Trust me, you wouldn't" she says.
"Ok" I nod and we go back to eating. We spend the remaining of Santana's break eating and just talking about random things that pop into our head.
"Ok ladies back on set in 2 minutes" the man says who I am assuming is a crew member.
"Oh uh, I'm not in the show. I'm just visiting Santana" I say laughing slightly.
"Well you should be in the show" he replies before walking away.
"Ok that was super weird" I say looking at Santana who looks as shocked as me.
"I know" she nods. "That's John, one of the creators of the show by the way" she tells me.
"Really?" I ask still in shock.
"Yeah, I only met him today actually" she says.
"Oh right, an easy mistake to make then if he only met some of the cast today" I say.
"I suppose" Santana nods. "Anyway I need to get back, will you be ok getting home yourself?" she asks.
"Of course, don't worry" I smile. "Have fun and I'll see you whenever you finish ok?"
"Yeah see you later Britt" she says before heading off. I don't know whether to take it as a compliment or not that the man thought I was in the show. I mean he sounded cheerful enough so I guess he was complimenting me but another part of me thinks maybe he said it because only the people involved in the show should be there so he was taking a dig at me.
Santana's POV
I have been filming the pilot for almost a week now and it's going well. I really think this show might be a hit but I don't want to tempt fate. Brittany has been coming to see me most days on the set because she's still really bored at home. I'm really hoping her appointment is going to go well and we can get her career back on track because it's honestly killing me seeing her so worried all the time. She's not her usual happy self and I just don't like it. I must have completely forgot where I am because I'm suddenly getting a fright by someone announcing something.
"Ok that's a wrap for today, I'll see you all tomorrow" some of the crew tells us and I begin getting my things together.
"Hey Santana" John says trying to get my attention.
"Yeah" I turn around and smile.
"Who is your friend that comes to visit, she's been here the last week or so?" he asks getting straight to the point.
"Oh I'm sorry if visitors aren't allowed, I didn't realise…"
"It's not that, don't worry. Visitors are allowed" he reassures me and I let out a sigh of relief. I thought I was going to get told off or something for bringing friends along. "Is she an actress too?" he asks.
"She's not actually, she's a dancer but as you can see at the moment she's injured" I reply.
"Is she interested in acting?" he asks.
"I don't know" I say confused.
"This is between you and me ok but some of the writers and I have been developing a few ideas already if the pilot gets a good reception and the show gets picked up" he says and I nod. "And there was a character we were struggling on a little because we couldn't quite decide what she was like. I won't go into all the details but she is a friend of an established character but like I say we didn't know what her personality would be like yet or how she could be involved with the friend. Anyway when I saw your friend and how you were reacting together something just clicked, I think she could be a great fit for the character" he says and I'm just shocked.
"Oh wow" I say. I don't know what else to say.
"I shouldn't be telling you this since the show hasn't been picked up or anything but I have a good feeling about it" he replies.
"Brittany isn't an actress but she'd be honoured that you think she'd be a good match for the character" I say.
"Perhaps you could ask her if she did ever think about acting. I mean if you say she's out of work at the minute due to injury then maybe she'd like to take on a new project in the meantime" he says. "I do appreciate though that this seems rather out of the blue and there's every chance her injury might be healed by the time we started shooting if the show got picked up but it's still something to think about" he shrugs.
"I will definitely tell her and see what she says" I reply.
"Ok" he smiles. "Oh before I forget we were thinking of developing your character so if we do get picked up then there could a bit more of a permanent role for you if you wanted it" he says.
"Wow…ok" I say. I'm am totally shocked by all of this because I never really thought of myself as an actress, it's really just a hobby and something to do when my music is struggling. I definitely think if the show gets picked up, I want to continue on it. Anyway I think I am going to rush off home and tell Brittany all about today. I don't know what she'll say but I think it might be a good opportunity for her.
As soon as I get home, Brittany has cooked dinner for the two of us so we sit down together and eat. Rebecca is working late again tonight so I probably won't see her for another while. I really do need to talk to Rebecca because things haven't changed recently and it's like I'm stuck in the middle between her and Brittany. I mean I don't want to take sides but I definitely think it's more of Rebecca's problem than Brittany's because Brittany seems pleasant around her.
Once Brittany and I have eaten dinner, we watch a little TV since I've got tomorrow off and I don't need to be on set. "Britt" I ask as we watch TV together on the sofa.
"Yeah" she says turning around to look at me.
"How do you feel about acting?" I ask but she looks confused. "I mean how would you feel about acting?"
"Me? Acting?" she laughs. "Don't be silly."
"I am serious, have you ever thought about doing something in acting?" I ask. "I mean I only started because it seemed fun and it gave me something to do when I was struggling with my music but now the more I do it the more I fall in love with it" I tell her.
"I wouldn't think I'm cut out to be an actress" she replies.
"You've never tried though, you might like it" I state.
"I really don't think I'm good enough for acting. I wouldn't know the first thing about it" she shrugs. "Why are you suddenly asking?" she asks.
"I was just curious" I lie.
"No you weren't so maybe just get straight to the point honey" she says.
"Ok well today at work, I got asked by John if you were an actress" I say. "But then he started telling me about how he has been looking into developing the characters recently if the show was picked up."
"Should he really be saying that if the show hasn't been picked up? I mean he shouldn't be getting people's hopes up telling them they have a job and then it suddenly backfires. I would have thought he would have at least waited until the pilot aired" she says.
"I don't know but that's not the main thing I wanted to tell you" I say. "What I wanted to say was that John was struggling to develop an idea for an established character's friend but then he saw us hanging out and really liked you. He thought you would be a perfect fit for the character" I say.
"Honey don't mess with me please" she states.
"I am serious Britt, he seemed really keen" I say.
"I don't understand why he'd think that" she says confused.
"He knew they wanted to bring in a friend for one of the characters, he didn't tell me which one though" I say. "Anyway so he knew he needed someone but he didn't know what she'd be like. I'm assuming he was trying to figure out how the characters could be friends and the type of bond they might have, like did they meet through work or have they been friends for years" I say.
"I see" she nods.
"I think he realised that he wanted someone with a similar personality to you, quite outgoing and friendly" I state.
"I don't know what to say" she states.
"Maybe say you'll think about it" I suggest.
"I don't know Santana, I'm not an actress" she says.
"I know but you might like it and it might give you something to do at the moment" I reply. "I mean it's not like you need to audition or anything, he seems to like you already so it's basically your job if you want it" I shrug.
"I guess" she says thinking about it.
"I dare say earning some money won't be so bad either" I tell her.
"No it definitely wouldn't be a bad thing" she admits.
"Although like I say the pilot hasn't aired yet so we don't know the fate of the show but it might be worth accepting anyway and that way if the show does get picked up then you'll have something to do while we work on getting you known out there in the dancing world" I say.
"Can I just ask, does he actually want me or just someone with a similar personality to me?" she asks.
"No I think he wants you" I reply. "I'm not going to tell you what to do because I'm not your mom but I think it might be worth a shot plus I'll be on the show too if everything works out" I say.
"I'll have a think about it and let you know" she says.
"Cool" I nod. "So are you ok about your appointment tomorrow?" I ask.
"Yeah I'm excited but nervous. I'm hoping it's healing well but nervous that it might not be since I'm still in a little bit of pain" Brittany replies.
"Well no matter what happens, I'll be there for you" I tell her.
"Thanks" she smiles. "You really are a great best friend" she says sincerely.
"Thanks babe, you are too" I smile back.
I'm just sorting out some breakfast for myself before Brittany and I go to the hospital. "Babe have you ate my yoghurt?" Rebecca asks while staring into the fridge.
"No I haven't, I don't like the yoghurt you like" I reply.
"Well it is definitely missing" she says annoyed. "Are you sure you didn't eat it, I mean I know sometimes you snack in your sleep?" she asks.
"I can assure you I did not eat your yoghurt. When I snack in my sleep it's usually on junk food plus I haven't did that in a long time" I say.
"I am positive I had one yoghurt left and it's not here" she sighs just as Brittany walks into the room.
"Hey what's going on?" Brittany asks while yawning.
"Rebecca has lost a yoghurt" I reply.
"I haven't lost it, like I said someone has took it" Rebecca snaps.
"And like I said, it wasn't me" I snap back.
"Wait are we talking about the low fat raspberry one?" Brittany asks and Rebecca nods. "Oh well that was me" she shrugs.
"Who said you could eat my food?" Rebecca glares at Brittany.
"Well you didn't come right out and say it but since everyone has been chipping in and taking their turn going to the grocery store I assumed we all shared the food" Brittany shrugs.
"You assumed wrong, those yoghurts are mine and only mine" Rebecca says petulantly.
"Come on Rebecca it was a genuine mistake" I say. "We have all been taking a turn to buy the food for everyone so it's not such a weird thing to think we could all share. I mean didn't you eat half of the fruit Britt just bought the other day?" I ask.
"Yeah you don't see me complaining about that" Brittany states.
"The bottom line is that those yoghurts are mine so don't eat them again Brittany" Rebecca warns.
"Don't worry, I wouldn't dream of eating your food again" Brittany says.
"Good" Rebecca states before storming off.
"I have seriously had it with her Santana, I love you for letting me stay here but perhaps I have over stayed my welcome now" Brittany says.
"Brittany you are going nowhere, I will sort this" I state. I don't know how the hell I will sort it but I am not making Brittany leave, no way. "Anyway let's get breakfast before we need to leave" I say.
"Yeah, I better eat something to try and calm these nerves" she says. "Oh and I need to shower, which is going to take forever since I'm still hobbling around on one foot" she says.
"Well how about I whip us up some breakfast while you shower, it'll be ready for you coming out" I suggest.
"Ok cool, thanks" she smiles before heading off for a shower.
"Stop worrying" I say while placing my hand on top of Brittany's as we sit in the hospital waiting room.
"I can't help it, what if it hasn't healed properly?" she asks worriedly.
"Then we will go to whatever specialist we need to and we will get you surgery or whatever is required" I say.
"With whose money?" she says blowing off the idea.
"Well I could help but I'm pretty sure if you needed surgery to correct the injury then your parents would be more than helpful. Honestly Britt there is nothing to worry about, we'll get it sorted" I tell her.
"Ok" she says taking a deep breath.
"Come here" I say holding out my arm so I can hug her. She comes closer and I wrap my arms around her. "I haven't let you down before, have I?" I ask.
"No, never" she says shaking her head.
"Exactly so don't panic, whatever needs to be done we'll get done" I say and she smiles a bit so I'm hoping it's made her feel a little better.
"Miss Brittany Pierce, your doctor will see you now" the voice over the intercom says.
"Ok here I go" Brittany says nervously while slowly standing up. "Wish me luck."
"Do you want me to come with you babe?" I ask.
"Um…"
"I assume that means a yes" I say smiling while standing up and linking her arm with mine.
"Thanks" she says quietly and we make our way to the doctor's room.
"Morning Brittany, how are we?" the doctor says greeting us.
"Yeah I'm getting there, this is Santana by the way" Brittany says.
"Hi Santana" the doctor smiles.
"Hi" I reply politely.
"We'll get you up on the table and I will remove the cast and we can see how things are" the doctor says while helping Brittany onto the examination table. "How has your ankle been feeling, still sore?" she asks.
"Yeah a little bit" Brittany replies. The doctor then goes on to examine her.
"That's actually looking good Brittany, the break seems to have healed well" the doctor says.
"Ok, good" Brittany breathes a sigh of relief.
"Although I do think you've still got a bit of tendon damage so that is going to take longer to heal" the doctor admits. "I'll set you up with some physiotherapy sessions soon so we can make sure the tendon heals properly" she says.
"Ok" Brittany nods.
"Overall though, everything seems to be ok so don't worry" the doctor says.
"See I told you babe, didn't I?" I say and Brittany playfully rolls her eyes.
"Has your girlfriend here been taking good care of you?" the doctor smiles at Brittany.
"Oh she's not my girlfriend, she's just my best friend" I reply.
"Yeah we're just friends but she has been looking after me" Brittany says.
"I see, my apologies" the doctor says.
"It's ok" Brittany smiles.
"I just need to grab a few things from next door but I'll be back in a second ok" the doctors says before vacating the room.
"Not your girlfriend huh?" Brittany turns and smirks at me.
"Well yeah" I shrug a little confused as to why Brittany said that.
"You said it like you were above me" she states. "You don't think I could get you?" she questions.
"Not really since you're straight" I state.
"Maybe I'm not straight" she says in a teasing voice which confuses me more.
"Brittany what are you talking about?" I ask.
"I could easily get you, you know" she states confidently.
"Hey watch how you say things, I ain't easy" I state.
"I didn't mean it like that but if I tried, I could make you fall for me" she says.
"You're just being silly now and messing around. I mean you're not even into girls" I state.
Let me know what you think.