Royal Hearts
Chapter 4:
Great Wishes By: Starry Nights TEEN SCREAMS' TOP 15 BEST LOOKING TEENS OF THE YEAR At number four is the lead singer of one of the world's famous girl-bands Brittany Miller. This front-girl has a lot of sass and class with amazing blue eyes and that to die for natural honey brown hair it's no wonder she's not single. Unlike, many other bands the Chipettes play their own instruments and Ms. Miller herself has written many of their songs. "I love to write no doubt about that I just didn't expect anyone to like it." * * *"How is she taking this?"
"Do you have to ask?"
Jeanette peeked into Brittany's room. She was sitting at her vanity and admiring the magazine cutout of herself. Jeanette caught sight of another picture posted to the wall next to the vanity. She narrowed her eyes and walked back into her room.
"Ellie?"
"I know already. Do you want to see?"
Without a word, Eleanor placed the magazine back in Jeanette's hands.
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He's been charming our hearts since we first saw him on stage. Standing at 5'10, this 16 year old is no strange to stardom. At number two, lead singer from the Chipmunks, Alvin Seville. He's been on stage for as long as I can remember and this teen is no stranger to stardom plus he can play the guitar, the piano and the drums couple that with his devil may care attitude and boyish-good looks it's no wonder we picked him to be number two on our countdown.
"I wonder what my girlfriend would say if she knew that thousands of girls looked at my picture every night."
That's right, girls, he's taken by our number four at our countdown Brittany Miller. The two made their relationship official last year during their whirlwind American Teens tour. Although we can't help but be a little jealous, we have to admit that they do look good together and we wish them luck.
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"As if his ego isn't big enough…"
"Simon!"
"I'm sorry Dave but it's the truth."
"Did you guys see this?" Alvin rushed into the living room where Dave and Simon were sitting with a big grin. He held out the Teen Scream magazine and sat down on the empty love seat. "This proves what I've been telling you guys for years…I'm gorgeous."
Simon turned to Dave, "I hate to say I told you so but…"
Dave waved away Simon's comment and turned to Alvin, "Um…Alvin? Don't let this get to your head. Besides, it's not like you didn't know they were going to put you in their magazine."
He nodded slowly, "I knew but they didn't tell us what number we'd be."
Dave raised an eyebrow, "Did you congratulate Brittany? She made it on the countdown too?"
"I know. I was just going over there. They called us a cute couple, I'm sure she's thrilled."
Simon noted on his indifferent tone, "Aren't you happy about that?"
His eyes widened, "Of course but this couple stuff is more of Brittany's forte. I'm just happy that we're together. I don't really care what people say about us."
Seeing as how he got too personal, he smiled weakly at Simon and Dave's shocked faces and left the room quietly only the sound of the front door being opened and slammed brought them out of their reverie.
"Was that Alvin?"
Simon got up, "Don't worry, Dave. He amazes me too."
Dona Maria Café
34-330 Rodeo Drive
Hollywood, CA 30020
Thursday, July 17, 2003
4:07 pm
"So, how did they react?"
She swallowed her last bite of her sandwich before speaking. "The same like Simon and Dave, 'Oh, no this is going to give her a big ego.'"
"Did it?"
She looked into his dark eyes and smiled, "For a moment until I saw yours."
He smiled, "I did too."
To everyone who ever met Alvin his or her first impression would be a stuck up teenage boy with everything at his feet. It takes a long time to get to know him but to Brittany, he isn't any of those things.
He's the sweet boy-next door boy she fell in love with some time ago. They finished their food but made no move to leave instead they continued talking.
"Do you think our brothers/sisters are jealous of us?"
He played with his hat and shrugged, "I don't think Theodore is. He doesn't really care about all the fame. With Simon, you never know, if he is he's hiding it really well and if he isn't then he needs to stop chopping away at my happiness."
The couple had decided to visit Brittany's favorite restaurant to enjoy their relationship and broadening success. Brittany watched as Alvin scanned the room and this gave her a little bit of time to watch him unabashedly. To Brittany, Alvin was the cutest of his brothers. Some may disagree and it was often the topic at lunch when there was nothing else to talk about. His eyes finally rested on a group of girls on the table ahead of theirs, they were leaning forward and talking about the latest issue of Teen Scream.
{"That Brittany Miller is lucky."
"I know, looks and that cute boyfriend of hers."
"He should have been number 1."
Nods all around and a redhead who had been quiet all this time spoke up, "She's not good for him."
"What are you talking about Jenna? The magazine even says they're cure together."
"So, but I'm better."
The girls chuckled, "How do you know that, Jen?"
"Simple, Maggie. I just am."}
His dark eyes finally met hers and they softened instantly.
"Are you alright?"
"Yeah."
"Are you sure?"
She chuckled, "Always. Besides, did you say you always wondered what you would think if I knew all these girls fawned over your picture every night."
"I said something like that."
"So now you know."
"How are you reacting?"
"Calm."
He laughed, "You wouldn't let me think otherwise."
"Alvin…"
Just then, the girls, who were getting ready to leave spotted the couple and rushed to their table. Two of the girls asked for Brittany's autograph while the other 5 swarmed Alvin's side of the table. Once the gushing group left Alvin placed his head in his hands.
"Are you okay?"
"Yeah." He said without picking up his head.
"Are you sure?"
"Seriously, I'm fine."
(I know.) She thought.
"Why, Brittany, I didn't think you noticed."
(Oh, my gosh. Did I say that out loud?)
He finally picked up his head. He was pale and his smile lacked the usual brightness. Brittany gasped but Alvin barely noticed. "Don't be surprised, I'm sure you're not the only one who thinks so." He walked out and leaned against the door leaving Brittany close to tears.
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"There's nothing more I hate than watching Alvin like that."
Jeanette raised her eyebrows and said nothing. Eleanor sighed and placed a plate of cookies in front of Theodore. She sat down next to him and they watched Brittany pace the length of the kitchen.
"Theodore, you know Alvin better than I do. What's wrong with him?"
"Are you asking me about Alvin's health? Nobody knows. He keeps that to himself."
Jeanette chuckled and Brittany glared defiantly at her sister and Theodore, "Thanks, you're a lot of help."
He shrugged and Eleanor decided to stick her two cents in, "From what you've describe it sounds like normal Alvin behavior. Besides, if it was that bad Theodore would have noticed."
Jeanette nodded, "She's right. What's bothering you about him?"
"He looked so…sick."
"So?"
She shot another look toward Theodore before looking at her sisters. She knew they weren't taking this seriously. (Maybe I should talk to Simon. It's useless here. They don't believe me.) Without saying anything, she walked out of her kitchen and sprinted up the stairs and ran into her room. She dialed Simon's line and he picked up on the third ring.
(Talk.)
"You're starting to act like Alvin, I see."
(Ah, Brittany. To what do I owe this phone call?)
"Well, I need some advice."
(And you called me because…)
"It's about Alvin."
A chuckle was heard.
"I hope you're not laughing at me Simon."
(No, not you. I'm assuming you want to ask me what was wrong with him today.)
"How did you know?"
(He told me.)
"So? What's wrong?"
(Nothing.)
"Nothing?"
(Nothing, I can tell you.)
"Simon!"
(Sorry, but he doesn't want anyone to know.)
"But Theodore said he was fine."
(He is now.)
"You're confusing me."
(Brittany, don't worry. It's nothing serious. Alvin just has to learn how to take care of himself better.)
"Okay. Thanks, Simon."
(Welcome. Later.)
"Bye."
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Teaser line for the next chapter: "There's a reason for everything. No? How about everything happens for a reason."
A/N: About time, I know but what can you do? I'm in the process of updating all my stories but I promise that you won't have to wait a long time for the next chapter. Thanks to everyone for their patience and the reviews. It really helps and I appreciate it. Please review. I'm ~*Starry Nights*~
