Thanks for reading my story, it means a lot more than you think! Also, thanks for all of ya'll who reviewed it. This chapter has a lot of drama, so be prepared! And sorry that I took so long to update, but I've been really busy with classes.
Disclaimer: I don't own anything BTR, just my OC, Sarah and the plot.
This is where we left off, enjoy!
We all ran through the door and were on our way to the start of my singing career.
...
About an hour later, we were all standing behind the glass wall of the recording studio, ready to record.
The guys went over the whole song, with Gustavo on piano. They loved the song too and couldn't wait to sing with me.
I was nervous about it, because like I said, I've only sang in front of James.
We all had the headphones on and were set to record.
Gustavo spoke to us through a little microphone.
"Dogs and Sarah, are you ready to record?"
There were various yeses and yeahs from everyone and the music for the song played through the phones.
Kendall started the song out:
'Do you remember the nights we'd
Stay up just laughing,
Smiling for hours, at anything'
Then James:
'Remember the nights we
Drove around crazy, in love'
Then Logan and Carlos harmonized:
'When the lights go out
We'll be safe and sound
We'll take control of the world
Like it's all we have to hold on to,
And we'll be a dream,'
After that was my turn, and I sort of tensed up. Then, I swallowed hard and realized that I needed to stop being a sissy.
I sang,
'Do you remember the nights
We made our way dreaming,
Hoping of being,
Someone big
We were so young then
We were too crazy, in love'
I felt more confident as the song progressed.
Logan and Carlos joined back in for the chorus with me this time.
'When the lights go out
We'll be safe and sound
We'll take control of the world
Like it's all we have to hold onto
And we'll be a dream'
Then Kendall, Carlos, and Logan did the chorus again, while James and I did some belting as (backup vocals)
'When the lights go out
(and when the lights go out)
We'll be safe and sound
(we'll be safe and sound)'
We all sang this:
'We'll take control of the world
Like it's all we have to hold onto
And we'll be...'
I finished by softly singing:
'A dream'
I had avoided looking at the guys while we were singing, but when I saw their faces, they looked so happy!
The all gave me a group hug while telling me how good I did and that they didn't knew that I had that powerful of a voice. They loved the song a lot and it did sound amazing.
We turned to Gustavo, who stayed silent for a few seconds, to keep us on edge.
"That was..." he trailed off. "Amazing! I think we have a hit song on our hands!"
We were all smiling so big and giving high fives.
"But," he said suddenly. Our faces dropped because we thought there was something wrong with the song.
He continued; "As you know, your prom is coming up and I want you," he pointed at me, "and the dogs to perform that song there,"
"That's incredible!" James said ecstatically.
"I'm not done," Gustavo said with a smirk. "The theme is Nothing Even Matters, so you'll be singing that song and 3 others; you can choose. And I want Sarah to write another song to sing solo,"
"I can do that!" I said starting to get excited about showcasing my songs. Then, I remembered that I'm not going to prom...
I ran out the recording booth and pressed the button so that the guys couldn't hear.
"Yeah, umm...I wasn't planning on going to prom. So, I'm not sure what you want me to do..."
"You are going," he ordered me, "and I'll even pay for you to get ANY dress to perform in,"
"Do I have to wear a dress?" I said in a bummed tone...I've never worn a dress before.
He hesitated, "Yes, you do..."
"Whatever it takes," I said giving in. "Where's the money for the dress?" I said holding my hand out.
He handed me a plastic card and sternly warned, "This is for JUST a dress, and maybe shoes or whatever you need to go with it. Make wise decisions!" he yelled the last part as I put the card in my pocket.
"Gotcha!" I said back.
He pressed the button so that the guys could hear and told us we could all leave.
...
We came back to 2J, all excited. We had chatted about the song release the entire time.
We were to perform it in just 5 days, because it was already Monday. I still had to go dress shopping with Camielle sometime this week.
James went to his room and Carlos ran down to meet up with Stephanie. They were getting closer and closer lately, he did ask her to prom at their date this morning.
I grabbed a water and sat down on our bright orange couch.
"So what did you talk to Gustavo about?" Logan asked as he plopped down on the couch next to me, it was somewhat startling.
"You know, stuff..." I told him while looking down at my hands.
"Come on, I saw him hand you something," he informed me.
"Fine," I started. "He gave me his credit card!" I said excitedly.
"Who gave you their credit card?" said Kendall, coming over and sitting down next to me.
"Gustavo," me and Logan said at the same time.
"Why the hell would Gustavo do that?" Kendall said in disbelief.
"Beats me," Logan shrugged.
"He gave it to me to ensure that I'd perform at prom. You see, I wasn't going to go. But, he's basically paying me to go out and get a dress and other crap,"
"Ahh," Kendall said. "But why didn't he let us use it to get tuxes and shit?"
"He has a soft spot for me," I shrugged.
"Are you thinking about taking a date?" my brother asked me nonchalantly.
I froze at his question. Was I? Only if James would ask me... but I couldn't tell him that.
"Umm," I said while thinking of what I could say. "No one has asked me, so no...probably not,"
"I still don't know why nobody would ask you," Kendall said while sipping his water. "I mean, you're really cool and fun to be with,"
"I agree with Kendall on this one," Logan nodded.
"Thanks guys, but the only reason I'm going is because of Gustavo. I kind of have to!"
"Gustavo can be a little forceful...," Logan told me.
"Nooo!" Kendall said in the most sarcastic tone I have ever heard...
We all laughed and watched re-runs of Spongebob for a while.
...
After two episodes, James came out.
He was wearing a fresh shirt and had his hair fixed up nicer than before. If that was possible.
"Are you going to help me, Logan?" James asked.
"Yes, I already said that I would," Logan informed him in a smart tone.
"Help you with what?" I asked nonchalantly.
"I am going to ask a lucky girl to prom," he said with a smile.
"Who would that be?" I asked smiling back, secretly hoping that he was talking about me.
"Well, either the new girl in 2R or...," Logan started and was interrupted by laughter from James. I looked at him and his face went serious. This could be it...
"You're thinking like a peasant. You need to think," he stopped, grabbing a gold crown from out of nowhere and placing it on his head. "like a king,"
"You already have a crown?" Kendall asked in disbelief.
I rolled my eyes, "Just tell us who the hell you're gonna ask!" I said in a tell-us-already tone.
He pulled yet another random item from nowhere. A poster. "Aubrey Stewart!" he said with a huge smile. I didn't let it show that I was disappointed. I doubt that he could track her down and she'd say yes.
"From that stupid vampire saga?" I asked.
Kendall laughed at my comment and James sent both of us a glare. "It's not stupid! And she's hot and famous. She's the only way that I could get Prom King!"
Ugh! I hate it when he gets that way. He acts all arrogant and everything is about him and getting a rise on his social status.
"I got it! I'll pose as a manager and sound all professional. I can wear a suit, and carry a breifca-" Logan started.
This time I interrupted. "Yeah, and what if she says no,"
"How could she say no to this face?" he said wiggling his fingers in front of his face and flashing a world-famous James Diamond smile.
Kendall and I laughed and Kendall said, "Good luck man, you'll need it,"
"Thanks, but it's not like I need it," he replied in a cocky tone. "Logan, go get ready!" James commanded as Logan ran into his room. He turned to me and said, "Sarah, you can draw a fake mustache/beard combo can't you?"
"Well," I looked up at pleading hazel eyes. "Yes, I do have a niche for drawing facial hair...," I got up to get a marker.
He stopped me and hugged me, "That's my girl,".
I wish. I pulled away from the hug and he knew something was up. "Is there something wrong?" he asked all confused.
I hesitated, "No, nothings wrong," I paused trying to think of a good lie, "I'm just nervous about performing! Yeah...," I mumbled the last part. It wasn't a complete lie; I mean it was the first time I was ever performing.
"You'll be just fine, I know you will," he said with a small smile and full sincerity.
I gave him a sideways smile and proceeded with a marker to Logan's room. This was gonna be fun...
...
10 minutes later, Logan and I emerged from his room.
He was dressed in a pin-striped suit. I had drawn awesome facial hair on his fair skin. I had to corner him in his room and threaten that I'd tell Camille about when he was 14 and still collected action figures. Haha!
"I don't even recognize you as my bro anymore," I told him, taking him to a mirror.
He streaked when he saw his reflection. "This better come off, sis!" he sternly told me.
"Don't worry," I giggled and said, "You look very handsome...not," I mumbled the last part.
I think he still heard because he told me thanks with a voice dripping with sarcasm. "You're lucky I love you," he told me touching his black beard.
I grabbed his wrist and pulled him towards Kendall who was still on the couch. "What do you think?" I asked trying not to laugh.
"Huh?" Kendall looked up and his eyes widened. I held my breath and he said, "She's good!" to Logan.
Logan smiled and said, "Thanks, man,".
He grabbed his phone from in his pocket and said, "James said to meet him in the lobby! Wish me luck!" and with that he ran out the door.
I turned back to Kendall and we both bursted into laughter.
"He sure did look great!" I said between laughs.
"Yeah, you sure are good!"
After the laughter died down, I randomly asked Kendall, "Why aren't you with Jo right now?"
He sighed and said, "She has filming for 'New Town High' today. And everyday it seems, we barely get to see each other anymore,"
I sat down and patted his back, "You'll get to spend time with her at prom though,"
He looked up and laughed a little, "Yeah, if we don't get caught,"
"What do you mean?"
"Her dad is all mad because her curfew was at 10:00 and we were about 2 hours late. She's grounded, and he doesn't want her coming to prom,"
"Oh," I said feeling bad that I asked. "Well she's still coming, right?"
"Yeah, she's going to 'study', and Buddha Bob is gonna wear a wig and robe,"
"Nice plan...," I said while nodding. "So he's gonna be Buddha Jo!"
He laughed a little and we turned our attention back to the TV.
...
"Guess who got Aubrey Stewart as their prom date!" James said more like a statement than a question.
"She said yes?" Kendall and I asked at the same time, me almost choking on my own tongue.
"Of course, who would say no to James Diamond?"
Logan walked in the apartment with his suit all torn up. "Those bodyguards are a little rowdy," he said with a dazed expression.
"Are you okay?" I asked, sprinting over to him,
"I'm fine, just a couple scratches," he said shaking it off.
"You look awful hurt to me, are you sure?"
"He's fine, Sarah," James assured.
"Yeah, well this wouldn't have happened if you just had to get this Aubrey chick as your date," I said getting really pissed off.
"I don't see why you're mad," he said shrugging.
"Because of you being all greedy and wanting to get king, you got my brother hurt!" I said throwing my hands in the air.
"Well, she said yes...," he said in a low voice.
"You could've asked any other girl at the Palm Woods, and Logan wouldn't have gotten the shit beat out of him!"
He scoffed. "No other girl is good enough here! I wanted a date that could help me get king! You're just-just jealous!"
I gasped. It was true. But, I wasn't about to admit it. "No, James I'm not jealous!" I said while practically spitting venom as I said his name. "Why the heck would I be jealous of Aubrey freaking Stewart?"
"Maybe because someone actually asked her to prom," he said with a hard glare. My facial expression softened.
"What does that even mean?" I said regaining my composure and stepping closer to the pretty boy.
"Well, nobody asked you, at all! So that's the reason why you're acting all concerned about your brother and trying to make me feel bad!"
This was unlike the James that I knew. He would never talk like this; it's like he's already king or something.
"Listen, James!" I said poking his chest. "It's not an act and I don't want your pity or whatever! I never even wanted a date! I'm really surprised at how you're acting right now," I said in a stern voice, bluffing about the 'not wanting a date' part. The date that I did want was indeed James Diamond.
He looked a little taken back. "Whatever!" he said removing my finger from his chest. "I don't need you to tell me the difference between right and wrong!"
"And you obviously don't need a normal date to win prom king!" I said firing right back at his words.
"She's... normal," he said in a questioning voice.
"Uh huh, just have fun at prom," I said giving him a look that could kill.
"I will!" he yelled back. "Are you on your period? Because you're acting totally different," Man, he's gonna get it.
The others were just standing around, staring with mouths wide open. They knew better than to ask a girl that question. And no, I wasn't.
"No, I am not James," I said in a calmer voice.
"Well, just because your on your period doesn't mean you can get all pissed off at me," he said ignoring what I just said.
"Just because you have a dick doesn't mean that you can act like one!" I said going into the kitchen and smirking at my clever comeback.
"Yeah, well, well," he stumbled over his words, "I'm going to bed!" he yelled.
I listened to his door slam and slapped my forehead. I just had a fight with my best friend because I was jealous of the girl that he's taking to prom.
"Are you okay?" Logan asked me, coming from behind the counter.
"Yeah," I said. "I just don't even know why you'd help him, it's not a worthy cause,"
"If I knew that it would cause this," he said in a sad voice, "then I would've never helped him,"
"You're supposed to be the smart one," I shrugged and laughed lightly. "I shouldn't have let this happen," I told him, shaking my head.
I walked back to the couch with an apple in my hand. I sat next to Kendall once again and he raised his hand for a high five.
"What?" I asked.
"Your comeback was very clever," he commented.
I took it as a compliment and high-fived him back with a smile.
"Yeah, but now I have to fix this mess,"
Logan came and sat next to Kendall.
"How do you plan to do that?" Kendall asked me.
"I have no idea!" I said sighing.
"I know how you can solve it," Logan said with a sly look in his eyes.
"How?" I asked.
"You can write a song about it, and sing it for prom,"
"That," I started. "is not a bad idea,"
"It's like revenge, but it'll also help you express your feelings towards him,"
"I am pretty pissed at him...," I nodded. "I have a good idea for the song already! Thanks Logie!"
"And maybe we can help you with it!" Kendall said adding to our plan.
I smiled and started to get very excited about performing at prom...
...
Carlos walked in and saw us all huddled up, plotting out what we were doing.
"What are you guys...?"
"Come here!" I said interrupting whatever he was trying to say.
He did as I said and came to our group, kneeling down at our level.
"James and I got into a fight," I began. I told him the whole thing and how we were gonna write a song that spoke to him.
"I can totally help!" he said getting excited.
"Yes!" Kendall, Logan, and I all said and high-fived.
"You can help with the song, and distracting James if we need to, okay?" I told him.
"Gotcha, chief!" he said while putting his helmet on and tapping it twice.
"Okay, we'll start writing tomorrow," Kendall told everyone. "Get a goodnight's sleep!"
We all said our goodnights and went our separate ways to go on to bed.
On my way to bed, I stopped and stared at James' door. I felt a little guilty for calling him a dick, but I wouldn't let my emotions get the better of me. I had to stay strong and ignore my best friend. Sound easy? I haven't a clue yet...
All I knew was:
This was going to be quite a prom to remember.
I just love a good plan! I can't wait to post the next chapter, which will include the song that they 'wrote'.
The song featured was 'We'll Be a Dream' by We The Kings, featuring Demi Lovato. (I love her to pieces!)
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