The Morning After
Jerrica awoke to the warm sun beaming on her back. Thoughts of last night with Riot flooded her mind. The way that he kissed and touched her made her heart race and body shiver. As she turned over, she noticed that Riot wasn't in the bed and was startled by a knock on the door.
"Come in," she answered covering herself as the butler came into the bedroom with a tray of food and a gift bag from Neiman Marcus.
"Good Morning, Ms. Benton. Mr. Llewellyn is working out in the gym and should be back momentarily. He wanted me to give your breakfast and this gift," he said as he places the tray in front of her.
"There are also toiletries for you in the bathroom as well. Please let me know if you need anything else." he replied as he exited the room.
Jerrica looked amazed as she quietly ate her breakfast. When she was finished she opened the bag and pulled out a L.A.M.B teal green sun dress with spaghetti straps and a pair of copper colored jeweled flip-flops to match. He even had LaPerla underwear set for her that was just her size.
"Wow, he is just amazing!" Jerrica thought as she made her way to the bathroom. She turned on the shower and when it was nice and warm she stepped in to let the steam hit her face. As she was showering, Riot comes in from his workout sees her and quickly undresses. He then creeps into the stall behind her and grabs her waist. Jerrica turns around startled but happy to see him.
"So, did we have a good workout Mr. Llewellyn?" she giggled as she kisses his lips.
"Yes. I'm sorry I wasn't with you this morning but you were sleeping so soundly that I didn't want to wake you." he said as he grabbed the loofah from her hand to lather it. "Can I wash your back?"
"Only if you let me wash your front," Jerrica replied looking seductively.
Riot then looked into her eyes and watched the water roll down her back as he bathed her. She then turned around and repeated the same thing on him as she moved in closer to allow her lips to find his as they kissed passionately. Riot then turned the water off and watched it trickle on both their bodies and then grabbed two towels to dry off.
"Let's take this to the bedroom," he seductively said to Jerrica, who could only nod in compliance as he led them out of the bathroom to the bedroom.
He gently laid her on the bed, removed her towel and began to make love to her. When they were through, they looked into each others eyes and smiled.
"How did I ever get so lucky?" Jerrica whispered. "I would have never thought that we would be where we are today."
"That just goes to show you that things happen for a reason. I too had the same thoughts but the more I got to know you the more I fell for you." he said. "Last night made it official that you are mine."
"Territorial, aren't we," she teased as she rubbed his face. "So, what are we going to do now?
"We are going to spend the rest of the day in bed," he replied.
"Ok, but you bought me a dress and …." she was silenced by Riot placing his finger to her lips.
"My dear that is for you to wear tomorrow for work because today we are going to have a naked Sunday," he replied with a grin. "Everything that we do will be in bed today…naked. No photographers, no press and no business. I just want today to be about me and you and the passion that we share. My staff is on call for us to take care of all our needs."
"Are you serious?" Jerrica questioned.
"As a heart attack!" he exclaimed as he kissed her.
"Okay, but can I at least call my sister to let her know that I'm alright?" she asked.
"In a minute, I haven't had my breakfast yet." he said.
"Well, let's just call someone to bring something to you," she said.
"I'm not talking about food," he said seductively. "I want to eat something else."
Jerrica looked puzzled at first until Riot moved down to the edge of the bed and made her assume the position. She got the hint as she found herself looking up to the ceiling while receiving multiple orgasms from his blessing.
While Jerrica was getting her Sunday groove on, the rest of the Holograms were all preoccupied with their men as well as doing the usual park walks, having brunch or just cuddling in the living room while watching television. Everyone seemed to be on cloud nine except one couple…Minx and Rio.
After last night fiasco, Minx wouldn't answer any of his calls. She was still very upset with him and embarrassed at the same time. Her cell was constantly buzzing from his calls and she took her home phone off the receiver so that he couldn't reach her there.
He is still in love with her. I know it. Why else would he act like a complete fool! I'm so stupid; I should have known that he would never look at me the way that he looks at her. A knock at the door broke her train of thought. She looks through the peep hole and sees that it's Rio. Hesitant about opening the door, she opens it partially anyway.
"What the hell are you doing here?" she asked angrily. "Shouldn't you be at Jerrica's or something asking for forgiveness? What do you want?"
"I think we should talk about what a happened last night. I need to explain some things to you. Please, may I come in?" Rio said in his sincerest voice. Minx's looked at him and couldn't resist. It was something about him that drove her crazy. She opened the door and motioned for him to come in. They walked into the living room to talk.
"So, what do you have to tell me?" she asked him with much attitude on her face.
"Minx, I came to apologize about last night. It was wrong of me to pick a fight with both Jerrica and Riot." he said looking sullen. "I guess I haven't come to the realization that she has moved on and I guess it still got to me. I'm so sorry! Please find it in you heart to forgive me."
Rio looked at Minx with the most sincere eyes she had ever seen.
"Rio, as much as I want to accept your apology, I can't." Minx replied. "Be honest, you are still in love with Jerrica because this isn't you're first time fighting over her. Am I not correct?" she said to him sternly.
"No, this isn't the first time but I guarantee it will be the last. I still have some issues that I need to iron out with her, but I came here to tell you that you're the one that I want to be with." Rio replied. "Please give me another chance to prove it to you."
Minx looked into his eyes while tears were forming into hers. She moved closer to him and put her hands on his face.
"You don't know how long I have waited to hear you say that. But until you have officially broken all tides with her romantically, I can't see you." she said with sadness in her voice.
"Rio… I love you but I will not play second to any woman. I want you to be with me because you love me."
Rio then took his hands and placed them on top of hers. "Minx, I do love you and I care very deeply for you as well. You have to know that," he said. "You were the one that was by my side when I was deceived, nursed my bruises and cuts and even put up with me after last night. I don't know of any person that would do that for me except you. I love you, Minx." he said as he leaned down to kiss her.
"Oh Rio, I just don't want to be hurt anymore." she said.
"I told you that it was the last. Please let me show you how much I love and care about you." he replied as he picked Minx up and led her to the bedroom.
Monday morning came sooner than any of them suspected. Minx and Rio rekindled their relationship with a passionate lovemaking session but with the stipulation of him telling Jerrica how he really feels. Jerrica and Riot woke up not being about to keep each others hands off the other. Riot had made arrangements for Jerrica's truck to be delivered to the building since she had an early meeting that morning. They kissed and said their goodbyes as she drove off. The Holograms all drove in their own cars being that they all had other places to be after their duties at Starlight where finished. The start of the morning had been very pleasant for Jerrica as she thought about her Sunday with Riot. She felt like a different woman leaving his place. When she arrived to her office her secretary was there with all the latest magazines and newspapers articles regarding the Countess's ball. Most were positive but there were a few statements regarding the disruption of Riot and Rio, but on the positive note the ladies made the best dress list of all the publications. She then went through her series of emails and took a look at her calendar for what she and the girls had on the agenda. Their greatest hits album was to be released with in the next two months and then a 60 city tour to follow. After that they would all go on hiatus (or what she liked to think of as an extended vacation.) After her meetings with promotions and marketing, media and other musical outlets Jerrica met up with her girls for lunch at the Ivy.
"Here she comes," giggled Kimber. "And get a load on the dress that she is wearing."
"It was a gift from my honey," Jerrica said as she smiled from ear to ear. "He has great taste doesn't he?"
"We see!" they all said in unison.
"So how are you guys?" she asked. "I'm sorry that I didn't come home yesterday, but I was a little preoccupied."
"We know." a sarcastic Aja replied. "But we were all engaged in some type of adult activity like you. We just happened to see each other the next day."
"Whatever!" Jerrica said back. "I am just really happy right now. I guess I'm in love."
"J, you have been in love with Riot for quite sometime now. I think that we all know that. But now you have this glow around you. What gives?" Shana asked.
"I don't know what you mean?" a coy Jerrica said. "I'm just happy that's all."
"I know that glow. I had the same one with Jeff." Raya replied. "Oh my, did we get deflowered?"
The whole table looked at her anxiously for a response. Jerrica couldn't do anything but blush at the fact she had finally made the jump to the other side.
"Yes, I did. Riot's my first." she replied.
All gasped in amazement.
"We need drinks to celebrate!" teased Aja.
"Wow outrageous! You mean you were never intimate with Rio?" Kimber asked.
"No. I mean there were times when we almost did. But with the kind of schedule that we both had it made it impossible." Jerrica replied. "Sometimes I think that was part of our demise."
"No, I don't think that was part of it. I think that you two just grew apart." Aja said with the whole table nodding in agreement.
"She's right, Jerrica. Rio has really changed and so have you. You were both going in different directions. Plus, when you finally told him that you were Jem, he didn't know how to deal and that happens." Shana said.
"We all know how that was. Thankfully, we had the support of our friends and fans to help us through." Raya replied.
"Yeah, but as it turns out we became more successful and Jerrica's relationship folded." said Kimber.
"You guys, whatever the reason maybe for Rio and I splitting I think it was for the best. Now I have Riot who has been literally…wonderful." she beamed.
"I can imagine. You spent the whole day with him yesterday without even a call." Aja said suspiciously.
"I called Kimber and let her know that I was alright and for you guys not to worry." Jerrica replied. "Wait a minute, how did you guys know that I was even at Riot's the whole day?" she said as she looked at her sister.
"I just told them that you were with him. That's my story and I am sticking to it." Kimber commanded.
They all laughed at her response. After lunch the ladies all went back to the office. Kimber went to lay down her background vocals for the new single as well as Aja. Shana worked on their tour designs with Regine and Raya. Jerrica as usual, went back to her office to handle any paperwork and other dealings with not only her group's but her others as well. As the afternoon progressed, she had a series of meetings and finalizations of the Holograms tour dates, release dates for the album, a press junket prior and more feedback from the ball.
By the evening, she was exhausted. Everyone had pretty much left for the day with the exception of her friends. They all helped her with the details concerning the album.
"Here is the last contract that needs to be signed Jerrica," a weepy Kimber said. "I am so tired and I still have to pack for London tomorrow."
"How long will you be there, Kimber?" Raya asked.
"I will be there just for a couple of days for Sean's premiere." she replied.
"You are going to have so much fun. Just be careful and come back to us safely, please." Jerrica replied. "Why don't you go home? In fact, you all should go home. I can finish up here."
"Are you sure, Jerrica?" Shana said. "Its starting to get dark outside and you shouldn't be here alone."
"Jake and the rest of security are here and my truck is parked out front. I will be fine, trust!" Jerrica said. "I will see you all in the morning except you Kimber, so let me hug you now." As she walked over to her sister and hugged her. "Take care okay. Love you!"
"Love you too!" Kimber said.
When they all left, Jerrica was in the middle of putting all of her paperwork in order when she heard a noise from outside in the lobby. She turned around and noticed her office door was cracked opened. Suspicious, she walked over to the door and looked around. When she didn't see anyone, she goes back into the office and shuts the door. Suddenly she feels someone grab her from behind. Startled, she lets out a scream.
"Jerrica, baby it's me," Riot said laughing at her reaction.
"Riot, you scared me half to death. What are you doing here?" she exclaimed.
"I haven't seen my lady love all day and I missed her," he replied as he pulled her close for a kiss.
"I missed you too. I've just been really busy today. Weren't you?" she asked with her arms wrapped around his shoulders.
"Very, so much that I really don't want to talk about business right know but focus my attention on you." he said as he kissed the nap of her neck. Jerrica let out a slight moan before the two engaged in a subtle kiss that quickly turned fervent.
"Riot, we should stop," Jerrica said trying to catch her breath. "At least not here."
"Why not…it might be fun," Riot hinted.
"Are you serious? I've never done anything this before," she said. "But then again there is first time for everything."
"My point exactly," he replied as he kissed her again. Jerrica then made room on her desk for her to sit as Riot maneuvered himself between her legs. He then slowly removed her panties, unzipped his pants and straddled her legs against his waist. He slowly entered Jerrica, who held on to his shoulders as he stroked and continuously moaned with pleasure for every movement. When they were done, they got themselves together and placed all the work back on the desk.
"Riot that was amazing." Jerrica said. "That was such a great stress reliever."
"I had been thinking about it all day today," he replied. "But then again I have been thinking about you all day."
"I'm not going to lie. I was thinking about our naked Sunday too and how much fun it was. I can't wait to do it again." Jerrica said.
"Well, Sunday will be here in the next couple of days. I think it can be arranged." he laughed. "Besides, I thought that I might have worn you out this pass Sunday that you might want rest."
"Oh, I'll be rested alright." she said. "So, I'm all finished here. Are we going to dinner?"
"Yes, we are!" Riot said as he grabbed her hand and leads her out the building to his Maserati.
After they had dinner, she went back to his place and stayed the night.
For the next couple of weeks, Jerrica and company worked on the new album and getting ready for their upcoming tour. In their spare moments they all spent them with each other as well as their significant others. Riot and Jerrica spent every free moment that they had together whether it was a late dinner and movie, walks on the beach or having naked Sunday's, the pair was inseparable. They were featured on every supermarket tabloid magazine and constantly hounded by the press about wedding plans. Still in all, the two remained quiet about their relationship to the press but behind closed doors it was another story.
Toward the end of the month, the Stingers held a platinum party showcase for their third album at the Diamond 8 club. Their album debuted at number one and sold over 1.1 million units within the first week, so naturally they all wanted to celebrate. Riot had the club shut down that night for the event. Every A-list celebrity was there as well as swarms of paparazzi and press. Since this was an event to promote the group, Riot showed up with his band mates as did Jerrica with hers but that didn't stop the loving twosome from being with each other inside. The party was in full swing as the group took to the stage to perform tracks from their latest album and an impromptu solo number by Riot that was dedicated to Jerrica that had the audience swooning and left her blushing. After the set, DJ Skribble got back on stage while Riot now dressed in a Hugo Boss suit met up with Jerrica in one of the clubs private lounges.
"There you are my love," Riot said as he made his way over to her. "How did you like the song?"
"Riot, it was so beautiful. I really wasn't expecting that at all, thank you!" she said.
"I just wanted you to know how much I love you and how much you have meant to me over the last year." he replied as he kissed her. "Listen, I want you to stay here for a while. I have to meet with some reporters about the tour. Will you wait for me?"
"You know I will." she said as they kissed once more before he left.
As Jerrica looked around the club, she saw her sister and her friends all moving to the music on the dance floor. They were enjoying themselves before they too would be hounded by reporters and making appearances, which had already started a month prior. They were all just grateful for the little time that they had now. As she was lost in her thoughts, she felt a tap on her shoulder. She turned around and it was Rio.
"Rio!" Jerrica said.
"Jerrica, may I speak with you please… in private." he asked.
"I really don't have anything to say to you" she replied.
"I know that you're still angry with me but please I need to talk with you…its important." Rio begged.
"Alright, let go to the balcony. Its private there," she replied as he followed her. "Okay what is this about?"
"I wanted to apologize for what I said at the Countess's ball. I was out of line for and I never meant to hurt you in anyway. Please forgive me." he asked as he looked at her with sadness in his eyes.
"Rio, I forgive you. I know that you're still hurt about the whole Jem identity which I can understand but what's done is done and I can't change it. I am her and she is me, you have to find some way to cope with that." she explained. "I had my reasons for keeping it a secret but now that it's out, I feel more at peace not having to hide or to explain myself anymore. I just wish that you would accept that."
"But have," he said. "Jerrica, I'll always love you and I don't think that will ever stop. You know I forgave your deception a long time ago. I just didn't want to admit that we were growing apart but I see that you have moved on and that you are happy. I still want us to be friends. Make sure that he takes care of you and treats you like you should be treated."
Jerrica smiles as she looks at him as he grabs her face. As Rio kisses Jerrica goodbye, Riot, unbeknownst to both of them is watching and is not only disgusted by what just happened but leaves heartbroken that he doesn't even stay to see Jerrica pushing Rio back.
"Rio, you will always be my first love. We grew up together and experienced a lot but we have also grown apart and that sometimes comes as we get older. I am love with someone else and he means the world to me." Jerrica explained. "I will cherish the memories that we shared and I am happy that we can still be friends." Jerrica smiled at him as they embraced in hug. "Do you care for Minx, Rio?" she asked.
"I do. She is very different and intriguing but she will never be you. Yet she has captured my heart so." he gushed.
"Then go to her. Tell her how you feel and make it work. You have a way of bringing the best out of people and from what I can tell you have brought out the best in her." Jerrica says as she smiles at Rio who then kisses her hand gives her one last once over and runs off to find Minx. When he does he explains everything that had just transpired kisses her and leads her out of the club. Jerrica was now alone in the lounge when she came in from the balcony. She wondered if Riot was through with his interviews as she was ready to spend some quality R&R with her honey, but he wasn't anywhere in sight. She calls his cell phone only to get the voice mail. She hangs up and begins to look for him all over the club. Finally, she is tipped off by Charles, his chauffeur that he is in the car parked behind the club. She walks over and knocks on the window calling his name.
"Riot, open the door. It's me, Jerrica!" she yelled. She hears the door unlock and immediately gets in.
"Baby, why did you leave the club?" she asked. "I thought that you were coming back to the lounge."
Riot with a sullen look on his face turns to Jerrica. "I did but I overheard your conversation with Rio and I didn't want to interrupt. Besides, from the kiss he gave you I really didn't want to intervene." he said coldly.
"Riot, listen to me," Jerrica said as she caressed his face.
"Rio and I are over. He's moved on with Minx and I explained to him that my heart is with another. Though I will always care for him, he is only a friend. We did kiss but it was to say goodbye. You're the one that I want to be with. I love you and only you!" she pleaded with tears forming in her eyes.
Riot looked into her eyes and felt her sincerity. He knew deep down that she loved him just as much as he loved her.
"Jerrica, I love you too." he whispered as he kissed her on the lips. "Never do that to me again."
"Baby, you don't have to worry about anyone else coming between us. I promise you that," she said as she leaned in to kiss him.
Their kiss which started out slow became more intense as Jerrica removed Riot's jacket and shirt as well as him unzipping her dress. They were stopped momentarily by Charles on the intercom asking would he like to go home. Riot looked at Jerrica as she nodded for him to say to say yes.
"Make love to me, Riot!" she whispered to him as she nibbled on his ear. He obliged her request all the way home.
Abroad…
Over the next couple of months, Jem and the Holograms Greatest Hits album was a major success. It not only debut at number one but the new singles off the album were getting much air play on the radio. The ladies had all sorts of endorsement deals with various jewelers, footwear, and designers as well as another movie deal with Howard Sands Movie Company. They were also on a world tour to promote their latest effort along with making many television and personal appearances on a wide range of shows. Toward the end of the tour, they were all tired and looking forward to having sometime off before they started filming the movie. Since they were on tour during the holidays, the latter part of December and all the month of January would be time spent off.
"Oh, I will be so happy to have some time off." Kimber said. "I plan on going to Barbados with Sean for my holiday. What about you guys?"
"Well Jeff and I are going to Cabo San Lucas. He has a private villa there, so we are going to take advantage." Raya replied. "Though he will be down there already filming a movie, I plan to work on my tan."
"Rome and Paris is where I am headed to meet up with Anthony and work with Regine. I've got to have us looking hot for Awards season." Shana said. "But don't worry it won't be all work while I'm there. I plan on having some fun and a little R&R with Anthony too." They all giggled as she gyrated her hips like Beyonce.
"Craig and I plan on going to Thailand." Aja said. "We both have wanted to go for so long and fortunately he has the time off so we are going to enjoy."
"Wow, that's outrageous!" Kimber screamed. "We all have some fun places to go and we should all be rested by the time we come back."
Just then Jerrica enters the room and Kimber tells her all about everyone's travel plans.
"Now it's your turn Jerrica." Raya teased. "Where is Mr. Llewellyn taking you?"
"Yes, inquiring minds would like to know." Shana joked.
Jerrica looked at her friends who in turn looked at her anxiously for her answer.
"Well, Riot and I don't really have any plans yet. He is still on the last leg of his tour and they won't be done for another couple of weeks. So, I probably will be home talking to him through ichat." she said.
"You're not going to at least meet him in one of the cities that he's touring in, sis?" Kimber asked.
"Kimber, I really don't have the time. You forget that we have a music company to run. As much as I need a vacation, I really can't do it right now." Jerrica explained. "Besides, when his tour has come to an end, we'll have some free time."
"Oh Jerrica. Can't you for once just let go!" her sister replied.
"Yeah J, I thought that all of that was covered before we even left." said Shana. "Plus, if something should happen at Starlight Music they know how to reach you. You should really take some time off before you get burnt out."
"Jerrica, their right. You should take some time for yourself. We'll all be back in time to tie up any loose ends." Aja replied. "You do need this time."
"Guys, I know but I just…." Jerrica response was interrupted by her cell's vibration. "Speak of the devil, it my honey on the phone right now, excuse me ladies." she replied as she went into the other room of their suite.
"Riot, how did you have time to call me? I thought you were doing a set right now." she asked.
"I am." he yelled into the phone. "It's an intermission right now. Listen, I know that you are going to be off for while and I have to see you my love. The computer does you no justice and I want to see you and hold you in person. Please join me in St. Tropez. We can spend New Year's together. I will send a jet for you, just please meet me." he asked.
"Riot, baby are you serious?" Jerrica exclaimed. "What about the tour?"
"We have some dates in France and sometime off before we go to Madrid." he explained. "I want to spend some quality time with you. It has been a couple of weeks now and I really could use some loving."
Jerrica blushed at his response before answering yes to meet him.
"Baby, I love you. You have made me the happiest man alive." he exclaimed. "Look, I have to go but I will see you later on the computer, alright."
"Alright," she said. "I can't wait to see you. I love you!"
Jerrica hung up the phone and smiled at the thought of Riot. She could wait to see him and hold him. She then returns to the living room, where her girls were all still talking about their plans and makes the announcement.
"I think that I am going to take a vacation." she announced. "Riot just asked me to join him in St. Tropez."
They all screamed for joy as Jerrica covered her ears to tone down the noise.
"Oh sis, that is wonderful." an excited Kimber said. "St. Tropez is so beautiful and romantic."
"He is pulling out all the stops for you," Raya laughed. "So, we assume that you said yes, chica."
Jerrica felt a blush come across her face as she nodded.
"I'm so excited. I mean we have been to the South of France before for a concert but never really experienced it and to be with Riot, I just can't wait to see him." she said as she held her arms. "I miss him so much."
"Think we all miss our honey's" Shana replied. "But we only have a few dates left and then we'll be free for a while."
"Well, ladies it seems that we have all found our prince charmings. Even Jerrica made an honest man out of Riot because he can't seem to get enough of her." Aja said.
"Aja, stop." teased Jerrica.
"No J, I didn't mean it in a bad way. It's just that he makes you so happy and that is what we want for you to be…is happy." Aja said softly as she took Jerrica's hand.
"Thank you," Jerrica replied. "He does make me happy but enough gushy stuff. We have a photo shoot to get to and a concert to perform. So let's roll."
Over the next couple months, they performed to sold-out crowds for the remainder of their tour. The last stop was London and after the show was over, they all packed their bags and headed to the airport. Jerrica stayed behind since she wasn't leaving until the morning but said goodbye to her friends as they all departed that night for their destinations and promise to rendezvous back in LA for Christmas. Riot had made arrangements for Jerrica to fly into Cannes first and then ride to their hotel since the group would be performing there that night. The next morning, Jerrica woke up refreshed and began to gather her things before the driver came to pick her up. When he did arrive, he escorted her down to the car and drove her to a private air field. She was puzzled to why she was there at first but then remembered who she was dating. "Only Riot!" she thought. The driver then opened the door and helped her out of the car and onto the tarmac. She boarded the plane which had cream leather seats, a mini bar and in the back a small bedroom covered with rose petals.
Jerrica looked bewildered as she heard a familiar voice come on the intercom.
"Ms. Benton, please take your seat. We will be taking off momentarily." the deep sultry voice said.
Just as she was about to sit down, Jerrica sees Riot come out of the cockpit with a dozen pink roses in his hand. She beams at him as she runs to embrace him followed by a loving kiss.
"What are you doing here?" she asked. "I thought you have show to do tonight and that I was going to meet you at the venue. What made you change your plans?"
"I couldn't wait till then. I had to see you baby." he said as he caressed her cheek. "I missed you so much and I thought that I would surprise you."
"It is a very nice surprise. I missed you too." she replied as she leaned in to kiss him they were interrupted by the real captain who said that they were ready for takeoff.
They both took their seats and once the plane was airborne. Riot led Jerrica to the bedroom where they showed each how much they missed each other all the way to Cannes.
Postlude
While finishing up his tour, Riot and Jerrica spent every free moment that they had together. They spent time on his yacht, walked the beach and made love quite often as if they were on a honeymoon. Meanwhile, the Misfits were returning from their sabbatical along with Eric in tow. They weren't exactly caught up on all the dealings of LA but little did they know they were about to gain some information on what is going on.
Pizzazz still pining for Riot, hoped to make an impression on him when she got back into town. Since they left for their world tour, the ladies grew closer and decided to take a break overseas as well as record some tracks for their next album. They had all heard about the success of their counterparts latest recordings but knew that what they had would blow everyone out of the water. They all also wanted to venture into other projects as well like having their own line of make-up, recording solo projects and so forth. But as long as Eric Raymond was over them, they knew that they had to record one more album as a group before they could venture off.
"Ladies, I know that this has been a long trip but just know that I appreciate all the hard work you have done and I think this album will be the biggest hit at Stingers Sound," said Eric.
"Ah, can it Eric." Pizzazz coldly said. "You're only saying this to us because you threatened a lawsuit if we didn't record."
"Yeah yank, don't think that when we get home we're going to kiss you feet. We just want to expand the Misfit brand that's all." Jetta retorted.
"Ladies, I know you think you know what's best but trust me…you don't." Eric snapped. "Now let's act like one big happy family because I have arranged for the press to greet the plane when we land, ok! So smile and wave, your careers depend on it."
They all rolled their eyes in disgust at his response. When the plane landed they were greeted by tons of press. Everything was going fine until one reporter asked about the Riot and Jem relationship and would it affect Stingers Sound. With that being said, Pizzazz calls off the interviews and abruptly leaves the tarmac to the limo with the rest following.
Once inside, she berates Eric. "How could this have happened? Did you know about this? He is dating the enemy. How could he date that bitch?" Pizzazz angrily said. "Eric, I want some answers now."
"Pizzazz, I am just as shocked as you are." Eric says.
"Don't lie to me Eric. What is going?" she demanded.
"Ok, ok." he said cautiously. "I have known for quite some time that he was interested in Jerrica. It all started at the press conference when she confessed that she was really Jem. They were just friends at first, or so I thought but then earlier this year they started seeing each other. I told him that I wasn't very happy with the relationship but I have no say in what he does in his personal life."
"Eric, he is dating the woman that runs Starlight music and is our rival," Pizzazz chimes in. "You could have at least threatened his contract or something."
"Unfortunately, I can't do that." he said looking down.
"What do you mean you can't do that?" Pizzazz said angrily. "Are you having money issues again, Eric dear."
"Nothing like that, its just I only control 49 of the company and Riot controls over 51 percent of the company. I don't really have a say anymore but I am still your manager and I want what's best for you girls." he said looking sad.
"WHAT!?" They all screamed.
"You mean to tell me that you have no control over this. Eric you are such a loser." Pizzazz says. "So this whole time you knew all of this and you didn't have the balls to just come clean."
"No." he said fearfully.
"Well we'll just see about that. I'm going to take matters into my own hands. She is a Pollyanna compared to me and he deserves to be with a queen. I will make him mine." Pizzazz says as the limo pulls off.
To Be Continued…