Chapter 3

They've completed the choreography. All they need is to teach it to the crew. Lara found it the best time to put the plan into action. The plan is to trap the two of them in the rehearsal studio so they could talk about their problem (hey sounds cheesy but it's the only good one I could think of). They did it and the sisters talked.

"Sorry about Chase. I promise I won't do anything to tear your relationship apart." – Lara

"Hey, apology accepted. But I also know that there's another problem." – Andie

Andie really could tell by the look on Lara's face.

"I…um…yes, there is. But I think Dad should tell you this one." – Lara

Andie nodded. The two of them went home together. When they reached their house, Andie immediately talked to her father.

"Hey dad, what's wrong?" – Andie

"Well, I see the cat's out of the bag. Andie, there's one more reason why I came back here in Baltimore." – Mr. West

"And what's that?" – Andie

"It is because I wanted to spend the last moments of my life with my daughters. Yep, back in New York, the doctors discovered that like your mother, I also have cancer." – Mr. West

"What (crying)?" – Andie

"Yes, I will only go to MSA for a year and then I'll take over the company." – Lara

"Oh, I wish we could stay together all the time." – Andie

"Yes, that's why Lara and I went back." – Mr. West

"I know! Every weekend, we would always go out together." – Lara

"Yes, that's a good idea. And Andie, you could bring Chase along with us." – Mr. West

The sisters took a look at each other. Realizing they can handle it, they both smiled.

"Okay dad. It's for you anyways. Besides, Chase and I will be free during weekends." – Andie

"Before I go, I want to see my daughters happy especially you, Andie. I know you found happiness in Chase. I wanted to see the two of you happy. And you, Lara, just do your best and do things that will make you happy and contented. Just strive and work hard for you to achieve your goals. And remember, I will always be with you in every step of the way." – Mr. West

After Mr. West's emotional speech, the three of them burst out in tears and hugged each other.

The next morning in MSA, Andie told Chase what her dad said. The whole day, Chase and Andie were together. Even after rehearsal, still they were inseparable. They lay on the floor, Chase hugged Andie which led them to a very passionate kiss. When they paused, Andie told Chase something.

"Hey boyband, tomorrow we're going out. My dad wants you to join us." – Andie

"Of course sunshine, I'll do anything for you." – Chase

After their short conversation, they kissed again. Chase decided to sleep in Andie's place because they ate their dinner late and went home around midnight. He just left Blake a message. The next morning, Mr. West confronted Chase while Andie and Lara went out to check on something.

"Do you really love my daughter?" – Mr. West

"Very much sir and I will do anything for her." – Chase

"Very well, I'll leave her to you. Promise me you won't make her cry." – Mr. West

"No problem sir. I won't make her cry." – Chase

"Chase, I would like to meet your family. Please tell them I'm inviting you to spend the nest weekend here in my house." – Mr. West

"I'll do that sir." – Chase

The four of them went out together that Saturday and they all had fun. Night arrived and Chase went home. He called his parents and told Blake about the weekend party.

"Hey Andie, I invited Chase and his family to spend their weekend here." – Mr. West

"What? Dad, you made me happier."- Andie

"Anything for you…now get some sleep. You have a big day ahead. Goodnight." – Mr. West

"Goodnight." –Andie

That Sunday, Chase and Andie went on a date.

"Hey sunshine, we're spending the weekend in your place." – Chase

"Yeah, my dad mentioned it. They're gonna have fun. How'd your parents reacted? – Andie

"They were ecstatic when they heard that businessman Richard West, your dad, wants to meet them. They're so excited." – Chase



"Is that true? Let's just have fun and watch a movie." – Andie

They hanged out all day. The next day in MSA, they performed the ballet/hip hop routine in front of Blake and he loved it. He dismissed everyone except for Andie and Chase.

"Great work guys, I knew you could do it. Now, about the weekend, Dad called and said that they're in New York and said Mr. West had them in the flight of his private jet and they'll leave on Thursday. They thank you and you dad, Andie." – Blake

"I'm looking forward in meeting them…" – Andie