Leaving the house was a slight challenge for Jude and her entourage. Jude rode with Dave and her attorney. Sadie and her father followed them. A police car drove in front and behind the two cars. Jude rode silently to the courthouse with her journal on her lap. Jude knew she was not going to work today, but there are some things a person cannot leave home without.
Since leaving Toronto, Jude's journal has been filled with uncompleted songs. It may have been the fast pace life of New York which has restricted Jude's writing. At least that is what she is telling Jamie. She knew the really reason was the separation from her inspiration.
When Jude told Jamie that afternoon she was going to be join his independent label, the joy on his face convinced her it was the right decision. That evening, she found herself sitting down Paegan and Jamie, her new bosses. They outlined a plan to relocate to New York and start releasing Jude's music in America immediately. She did feel guilt using Tommy's gift and then leaving him behind.
"Jude, we're here," Dave interrupted her thoughts.
Outside the window, there was a circus. Cameras, reporters, and photographers were posed ready for the door to open to her vehicle. Fans were lined up on both sides of the walkway created by the police. Signs from the fan range from "Jude's Number One Fan" to "Canada's Number One Sell Out".
Jude turned to her attorney who was glancing at his phone.
"Coop, let's say we do an early lunch," Jude joked to get his attention.
"You are ready for this Jude. You are a superstar," Cooper responded gathering his items.
Dave got out of the car from the front seat and walked around to Jude's side of the car. Jude slipped back on her sunglasses, adjusted her outfit, and breathed in when the door opened. With Dave's arm again guiding her, Jude walked into a crowd and was blinded by the flashes of cameras. Jude started to count her steps and attempted to phase out the noise. She heard Cooper behind her saying "no comment" and "move" to those around us.
"Jude, how does it feel to be back?"
"What kind of punishment should she get Jude?"
"Can you smile over here Jude?"
Thirty steps so far, Jude thought. We should be there by now. Jude lifted her eyes slightly and saw the front door about ten steps away. Dave went to open the door to let her in. Cooper stepped to Jude's side to finish guiding her in. Police behind ensured the craziness from outside stays there.
"Okay, Jude," Cooper said. "We made it in fine. Do you need anything water, bathroom, food, anything?"
Jude did not respond. She had other things on her mind or rather, in her eyesight.
"He hasn't changed," she whispered as she made eyesight with Tom Quincy.