A/N: Hi friends! Sorry this update has taken longer than usual. It has been a crazy week and I may or may not have written three different versions of this chapter before finally writing the best fit. I hope you all had a safe and exciting Halloween! Have a great weekend and thanks again for the amazing comments and reviews!

"Auntie Tana, when is Dani coming to visit again?" my niece was drawing a picture of my girlfriend on stage. It had been a couple weeks since Dani had been in New York last and Myka was not the only one who missed her.

"Hopefully soon, Kiddo. You miss her?" I asked, leaning over her at the table to see her drawing.

Myka nodded as she added birds to Dani's arm.

"Me too bud."

I sat down beside her and started doodling.

"We could send her these," suggested Myka. "In school, my teacher said before email, people used to send cards and letters to their friends."

I smiled thinking how different the generations were.

"That's right. Now when I get mail it's usually bills, so it's not as fun. I bet Dani would like to see something in her mail that wasn't a bill huh?"

My niece nodded in agreement. I pulled out my phone and text Clive to get her address and went back to coloring my heart. I added our initials in it, knowing it was completely dorky but would put that smile, I loved so much, on Dani's face.

Once we were finished, we put our drawings into an envelope and walked to the mailbox. I picked Myka up so she could drop it in and we decided to stop for some frozen yogurt. Half way through our treat, I realized the time and reached for my phone to call Dani and wish her luck before her show. I checked all my pockets and my purse and found that I had left my phone at Ana's.

"Dammit," I mumbled, before I could catch myself. Myka looked at me with a big grin and tapped her nose with her index finger. The gesture made me laugh and I ruffled her hair.

"Hey! My doo," she said, with a mouth full of yogurt.

After a couple more mouthfuls in silence, the little six year old tilted her head and looked at me.

"Auntie? What do you think I would look like with blue hair?"

"Blue hair?" I said with a thoughtful look as I tried to figure out how young I was when I wanted to change my hair. "I don't know, I think it could be fun, we'd have to ask Mama first."

I thought about how Ana would react to this. I figured it'd be one extreme or another. "We'll call her when we get home," I replied

When we got back to Myka's, I went straight to my phone. I had three missed calls from Dani. I looked at the clock; she would already be on stage.

"Myka want to call Dani with me?" I called to her in the other room.

She came running through the door, smiles for days.

"It'll just be a message because she's already on stage. Okay?"

I FaceTimed Dani's phone not realizing we were leaving a message, but figured it would go to her voicemail anyway.

"Hello Miss Santana," answered Clive rather loudly.

"Clive? Should I be concerned that you're answering my girlfriends phone?"

"No Miss, Miss Lovato was, concerned, shall we say, that you hadn't returned her previous phone call. She asked me to hold it should you call."

"She was worried about me?" I asked, feeling my heart warm.

"Yes ma'am."

"Well, we were just going to leave a message, I'll call back."

"I'm afraid I can't let you do that, I have very strict orders to keep you on the phone," replied Clive.

"For the whole show Clive? Isn't that a little crazy?" I asked.

"Miss," said Clive.

"Well, can we watch the show at least?"

"Of course Miss," said Clive, turning the phone so we could see the stage from the side.

"Auntie! It's like we're there again!" exclaimed Myka.

I smiled as Myka held the phone. We watched as Dani skipped across the stage in the middle of Heart Attack. Myka was quietly humming along, with the grin she wore at the concert. The song ended and the band was jamming. The next thing we knew, Dani was staring back at us.

"Hello my sweet cupcake," she said, as she caught her breath.

"Hi Dani! We're watching your show on Tana's phone!"

"That's amazing," she answered, as her shirt was pulled over her head and she was standing in a tank top. "Where is Tana?"

"I'm here!" I said, poking my head into the shot. Dani's smile got a little bigger. A new shirt was pulled back on.

"Hey you, everything okay?" she asked, having a sip of water.

"Yeah, I'm sorry I didn't call before. I forgot I had to rush over here after class. Can we talk after the show?" I asked, watching her push in her earpiece.

"Sounds perfect, I can't wait," she looked back at Myka. "Bye Squirt! I'll get you tickets to another show. But for now, Clive will hold this phone for as long as you want, for an extra tip, right Clive?" she said, gently hitting his shoulder and winking at him.

"I'll talk to you after San!" she yelled as she ran back on stage.

Myka and I leaned back into the couch and watched a couple more songs. She eventually fell asleep listening to 'Warrior'. I slipped the phone from her hand and got Clive's attention.

"Thanks for doing that Clive," I said into the phone.

"No problem Miss, anything for Miss Myka," he replied.

"Have a goodnight," I said, hanging up.

I was working the fourth evening shift in a row with Kurt. Rachel's hours had been cut back since she was busy with Funny Girl.

"Would you stop checking, you know the schedule doesn't go up until eight," said Kurt, watching me go back and forth between the counter and the break room.

"I just want to know because if I don't work for a couple days in a row, I could fly down to see Dani," I replied.

"Oooh, that's cute. A little surprise visit? Who woulda thought, Santana Lopez. A romantic," he said dreamily.

"It's not romantic. She's just come up here for the last couple visits. I figure it's my turn to travel," I shrugged.

"Or you miss her so much, you can't wait for her next visit!" said Kurt, eyeing me.

I couldn't hide the smile "Okay, okay," I said, holding my hands up. "I miss her."

"You're so swooning."

I tried to ignore him and went back to filling the saltshakers.

My phone rang as I walked back into the break room. It was Ana.

"Hey, what's up?" I answered.

"You're niece just informed me that she wants blue hair and that Auntie said she would help if I said it was okay," said Ana.

"At least we didn't just do it," I rationalized. "So, is it?"

"I don't know, I guess. I'd hate to be the one to stifle her individuality and creativity," said Ana, giving in.

Truth be told, it was just really hard to say no to that cute kid.

"You're the best mom ever."

"Mhmmm, do you think you could do this tomorrow while I go out for a coffee?"

I looked at the schedule that was finally up, "why yes I can. Two day shifts and then four days off!"

I picked Myka up from school the next day with the hair dye I picked up on my way. Her face lit up when I opened the bag and we practically ran back to her house.

She sat surprisingly still for a six-year-old while the dye was on her hair. I took the opportunity to search for flights to Dani's next tour stop in North Carolina.

"Am I done yet?" asked Myka.

"Another couple of minutes Squirt," I answered as I booked my flight. By the time I finished, Myka's hair was looking very blue.

"Okay, let's go rinse that out."

She held her head over the bathtub while I washed her hair. It almost looked lighter on the ends; it was cute. I dried her hair and styled it a little for her and she loved it. She couldn't wait to show her mom.

We went back downstairs and made some dinner. Myka kept playing with her hair trying to see the color without a mirror.

"You look good kid," I said, with a wink.

"Do you think Mama will like it?

"Like what?" said Ana, walking into the kitchen.

"Mama! Look!" Myka jumped off her chair and spun around making her hair fan out.

"Oh my goodness, look at my beautiful girl. You're hair looks so good," she said, picking her up and giving her a kiss.

We all sat down and had dinner together. It was nice to have a home cooked meal with family, but I caught myself wondering what it would be like to have Dani beside me.

After cleaning up, I said my goodbyes and headed home to pack. My flight left the day after tomorrow and would get me to Dani's tour bus before she woke up. I had been working with Clive so I could keep it a surprise. He said he'd be more than happy to pick me up at the airport.

The next day, my shift dragged and dragged. I had two customers complain and get angry. It took everything in me to not lose my cool. Finally, it was over and I was walking home when an unknown number popped up on my phone, wondering if it was Dani using a different phone, I answered.

"Hello?"

There was no answer right away.

"Hello?" I repeated. Then I heard, quiet muffled sobs.

"Myka?" I asked, recognizing the sounds.

"Auntie?"

"Sweetie, what's wrong? Where are you?"

"S-s-school," she got out before the full on crying began.

"Hello?" came an unfamiliar voice.

"Hi? Who is this? What's going on?" I asked, feeling the panic rise in my chest.

"Miss Lopez? We couldn't get in touch with Myka's mom and you were the emergency contact."

"Okay? What happened?" I asked, getting impatient.

"Myka had a run in with some of the girls. They made a few comments about her new hair and it's upset her quite a bit."

I let my head fall, feeling horrible for my niece. Kids could be so mean.

"Well, can I come get her?" I asked, not sure what else to do.

"That might be best," answered who I assumed was a school staff member.

"I'll be fifteen minutes, can I speak with her please?"

"Of course, see you soon."

I heard the sniffles return.

"Hey baby girl, I'm going to come and get you okay? Just sit tight."

"Okay," she whispered.

I hailed the closest taxi and headed over to her school. I called Ana and finally got in touch with her at work. I explained the situation and told her I would take her home.

As I walked through the doors of the office, Myka rushed into my arms, setting off another wave of tears.

"Hey Pumpkin," I said, softly picking her up. She wrapped her arms around my neck and buried her face into my shoulder.

I turned to the woman who had joined us.

"Hi, you must be Santana," she said extending her hand. "I'm Shelly Crawford, vice principle."

"Thanks for calling," I said taking her hand. "What's happening with the girls who bullied her?"

"They've been split up and are in different offices. They'll be given detentions and their parents will be contacted, we have a zero tolerance when it comes to bullying."

"Good, I'd like to be kept up to date with what happens," I said, not wanting this to be swept under the rug.

I rubbed Myka's back as she continued to let the tears fall. I nodded toward the principal and headed out.

"Want to get a milkshake to cheer you up Squirt?" I felt her head nod and smiled knowing she couldn't turn down a milkshake. I flagged down another cab and headed back to the diner. I text Kurt to let him know the situation and said we'd be there in five.

When we walked into the diner, Kurt had two huge milkshakes with all the fixings. Myka, who usually ran to Kurt, didn't let go of my hand, as he made his way over.

"Miss Myka! You look gorgeous! I love your blue hair!" he said beaming at her as he crouched down. "I think I have just the thing to cheer you up."

Myka smiled and followed him to the booth with our shakes.

"Thanks Kurt," she said, quietly taking a sip.

"No problem," he said. He leaned down on the table,
"You know, I was teased at school. Some people are just mean and you need to be the bigger person. I know it sucks but don't sink to their level. Or let them ruin your hair that you like so much."

She smiled and nodded at him. I mouthed a thank you and he left to tend to his other tables.

"I think I know what will really cheer you up," I said, pulling out my phone. I called Dani.

"Hey, do you have a second? I think someone needs to talk to you," I said, knowing Dani always cheered me up.

"I have all the seconds in the world," she smiled.

I turned the phone towards Myk and she half smiled and waved as she took the phone. A couple more tears fell as she explained to Dani what happened. For a second, I thought I saw Dani wipe at a tear as well.

"You know what," Dani said, "sometimes people can be really mean and they don't think their words are hurting someone but they are. You did the right thing by telling your teacher and calling Santana."

Dani was so good with Myka. The way she cared was never a show. She genuinely wanted to help her. It was one of her many amazing qualities that attracted me to her.

While listening to Dani, you could automatically see Myk's mood change and her normal, happy self come back.

"And your hair looks beautiful! I love it! Do you still love it?" asked the blonde.

Myka nodded, "I love it so much. I just don't want people to laugh at me."

"Sunshine, if you love it, it doesn't matter what other people do! It's okay to be different! In fact, it's better to be different, it's more fun that way."

Myka agreed with her and they both smiled at one another. Their smiles could brighten up the darkest of my days. As much as I wanted to talk to Dani, I knew I would spill my plan to see her tomorrow so I quickly said goodbye and that I would call her later.

Myka and I said goodbye to Kurt and headed to her house to meet her mom.

"So, you going to keep your blue hair? Or should we put it back to the way it was?" I asked, not wanting my niece to be worried about school on Monday.

"I think I'm going to keep it a little longer," said my niece, looking up at me.

"Good, 'cause I love it," I replied, swinging our hands.

"Race you home?" she asked.

"Oh, I don't kno-" I said, as I sprinted off down the sidewalk with a head start.

I tried to get all my stuff into one bag and my purse, however, I ended up stuffing my dance bag full as well.

"Geez, I thought you were only going for four days?" asked Rachel, as she got ready for bed.

"I am. But I need multiple outfits."

"Like costume changes?" she asked, with a raised brow.

"I don't know. I get really nervous when I fly and I just started packing everything," I admitted.

"Just make sure your phone is charged and full of Dani's sweet voice and you'll be fine."

"You know, if I didn't know better, I'd start to think you have a crush on Dani," I said, crossing my arms.

Rachel laughed, "who doesn't? A: she's amazing. B: she's got a voice of an angel and C: she's smokin' hot. Who hasn't thought of those eyes?"

I laughed with my mouth open in shock at her honesty and shook my head.

"I'm going to bed," I said, waving my hand in the air. "Try not to think of my girlfriend when you get there."

I hugged her on my way by.

"Have a safe flight and a good trip," said Rachel as she returned the hug. I stepped into the bathroom and heard her call to me.

"Tell Dani I say hi!"

Flying by yourself is terrifying I decided. There's no one to squeeze hands with or ask what every weird noise is. There's no one to tell you it's just the landing gear pulling up or coming down. I was not a fan. I got through the airport with no problems and my nerves had settled back down. I grabbed my luggage and headed out to meet Clive. He was standing there with a sign that read Lopez. I walked up to him with a smile.

"Really?" I asked.

"It just seemed fun," he said, looking around at the rest of the drivers with signs. I hugged him and he took my suitcase. Clive and I had become good friends with all time we spend travelling together with Dani and backstage. He was a good listener too. I sat up front with him while he told me about their travels to North Carolina from South. We chatted the whole time, he explained where the bus was and told me we weren't far. As we turned a corner, the huge tour bus came into view. It was parked in a parking lot next to a shoreline. The way it was angled, it would be perfect for Dani to see the sunrise before she closed her eyes. Clive pulled up beside it and handed me the keys.

"I have some errands to run, call me if you need anything," he said.

"Thanks Clive," I said, getting out.

I walked up to the front door and stuck the key in quietly. It clicked and I tried to pull it open without a sound. It was dark inside with all the blinds shut. I felt around until I ended up in the back bedroom. I lifted a blind a little so I wouldn't scare her. She was sleeping with her back to me. I took my shoes off and climbed into bed behind her. I barely had my arm around her when she elbowed me in the boob and almost fell out of bed.

"Oh my god! You scared me to death!" breathed Dani. She had one hand over her heart and the other on her hip. I sat up holding my boob.

"Side note: maybe a knock would be a better surprise," I smiled.

"I can't believe you're here right now," said Dani, crawling back into bed.

"I missed you and I couldn't wait," I admitted.

"How long do I get you for?"

"Four days," I answered.

Dani smiled, "hmmm." She wrapped her arms around me and laid her head on my chest.

"We could go sight seeing," she said, her eyes closed.

"I'm pretty good right here," I said, cuddling in, "it was an early flight."

We woke up still tangled together. Dani had an arm around my waist and I leaned back into her embrace.

"Good Morning," she whispered.

"Morning," I said, finding her hand and lacing our fingers.

"Well, late morning, I guess. I have a meet and greet before tonight's show, which by the way, is being streamed live across the world," she said, squeezing my hand with excitement.

"Really? That's crazy," I answered, amazed.

"Yeah, so you could come or you can hang here. Totally up to you," she replied, kissing my cheek.

"How do you do it all? You've barely slept?"

"The fans keep me going, they're pretty FANtastic," Dani answered, getting up from bed.
"See what I did there?" She was grinning as she stepped into the bathroom.

I laughed and rolled into the pillow; I am definitely swooning.

I heard the shower and got up for a glass of water. My plan was to skip the autograph session and meet up with her after for the sound check. I sat down at the table and was flipping through a magazine.

"So, what's the plan?" I heard when the door opened.

I looked up at the same time my hand flew to my mouth to stop the water from escaping. Dani stood there in her towel with her confident grin, the one she has for times like this. I swallowed the water and cleared my throat, twice.

"Um," I said, wiping the table of the little drops. "I thought I'd skip the autograph sesh and meet up with you for sound check."

She slowly walked over to where I was sitting, her smirk growing as my butterflies were becoming unbearable. She leaned down; our lips met and with a touch of her tongue, she stood again.

"Sounds perfect," she said, backing up into the bedroom.

The heat in my face was spreading to the rest of my body. I smiled to myself realizing it was only a simple kiss that she did that with.

"You're too easy," she called out, laughing.

I covered my face to hide my goofy smile. She does that on purpose I reminded myself.

I finished my errands and Clive said he would take me to meet Dani. We pulled up just as they were closing the doors. Clive came around and opened my door. I looked at him confused.

"They just closed," I said, pointing at the doors where a huge cardboard cutout of Dani stood.

"Closed to the public," he winked.

I got out and followed him inside. There was still a small line up of people in front of the table Dani sat at. I stood at the back. I really needed to step up my game I thought as the line dwindled down. Debating whether I should go for shock factor or cuteness, I threw caution to the wind. She was taking a drink of water and talking to someone at the store when I walked up to the table. I pulled the neck of my shirt down so the top of my pink bra was showing.

"Excuse me, Miss Lovato," I said, leaning against the table. She turned around, sharpie in hand.

"Hi, sorry. I-"

"Can you sign this please?" I said, leaning in even farther across the table.

"I...um...mhmmm," nodded Dani, as she stood up to reach.

"Well, I'm glad I still have it. I was starting to get concerned when I'm around you," I winked as she sat back down fanning herself.

"That's what that feels like huh?"

"It's weird right?" I agreed, knowing the feeling all too well. I walked around and kissed her cheek before sitting on the table facing her.
"How'd it go?"

"Good. That was my first boob-book! My first, oh my god," she stumbled on her words, looking around. "Can I grab another cold water please?"

I laughed a little. It was nice to see Dani finally on the other side of this feeling, her confidence never left though.

"Okay, whew. Thank you," she said, accepting water. "Well, I missed you." She smiled.

"Missed you," I smiled back.

"Let's go to the car, I have a present for Myka and it's hotter than hell in here."

"For Myka?" I asked as she took my hand and led me through the back.

"I got my people to get me an extra streaming package for tonight so she can watch the show," explained Dani.

"Aww, that was nice."

"There's more, but she needs to watch the concert to see it."

I raised an eyebrow, a little confused at what she had in mind.

"Don't worry, she'll love it," she beamed. "Well, I hope so at least."

We called Myka and told her the news. She was super excited to see another concert and for her surprise. We hung up and headed to sound check. I sat off to the side and watched Dani. She allowed fans to come in and watch their check. It gave her time to tune up and joke around with the crowd at the same time. I loved seeing her on stage. Once Dani was done, we grabbed a quick bite for dinner before she excused herself saying she needed extra time before the show today, for Myka. I gave her a good luck kiss and headed back to the bus to change for tonight's show. I called Kurt and Rachel to check in and give them the access card to the live streaming. They were both super excited and said they had planned a viewing party. Judging by the loft and the decorations, it was going to be epic. I grabbed my V.I.P pass and made my way back to the stadium with Clive, hoping to steal a few seconds alone with Dani.

Clive and I were hanging out backstage and had yet to see the star of the show strut by. It wasn't long before we realized, the opening acts were on stage. Clive and I moved to our seats at the front. I was standing up dancing a little, when the lights went black. I loved this part of the show, the audience goes crazy, the lights start flashing and Dani makes her incredible entrance. I waited for the flashing lights, but they never came. The audience eventually quieted down and was waiting for something to happen. Then the movement on the stage began to create a buzz. The lights began flashing and the bass started booming. She rose from beneath the stage, but with the lights flashing, only her strong silhouette could be seen. The lights died and the bass stopped and her voice filled the arena.

"Baby when they look up at the sky, we'll be shooting stars just passing by. You'll be coming home with me tonight, we'll be burning up like neon lights."

Neon lights started flashing all over the stadium and the crowd started a steady clap. The stage was flashing with color.

Everything died down once again and in an instant she could be seen as the bass shook through me. A single light was on her. My breath hitched in my throat as her blue hair caught the single beam. She looked up and out at the crowd, which erupted.

"This one's for my girl Myka guys!" she said into her microphone before starting the song again.

The crowd was on their feet going bananas. I couldn't believe she did that for Myka. The tears that were threatening eventually escaped and I quickly brushed them away. Clive handed me a tissue and smiled, his knowing smile.

The rest of the show was just as amazing. The energy coming through the crowd was phenomenal. Dani killed it, I was so proud.

Before the last encore was finished, I slipped to the back and found Dani's dressing room. The roar of the crowd vibrated the walls. I heard Dani yell goodnight and I grabbed a bottle of water for her. She opened the door and stepped inside.

"Hey!" she said, stepping in and closing the door.

"Hey," I repeated, handing her the water.

"Thank you. Well? What do you think?" she asked, catching her breath.

"I think you have blue hair," I stated.

"Yes."

"I think you're incredible," I said, moving closer.

"Do you think Myka will like it?"

"I think she'll love it," I nodded, sliding my hands around to Dani's back. "Thank you, you're so sweet and amazing."

She smiled back at me, "how many girls in Myka's class will have blue hair on Monday?"

I smiled and leaned my head against hers.

"I'm going to meet you back in the trailer. I want to do the after party thing, but I have a surprise for you," I explained.

"Really? For me?" she said with a big grin. "Okay, I'll meet you back there in just over an hour?"

I nodded and watched her leave to meet her agent. I may have got her this afternoon, but I'll never get over the feeling she gives me with just one look or after just one touch.

I wanted to make Dani dinner. We always went out for something to eat after one of her shows, so this time I thought we could stay in. Dinner was almost ready; I was waiting on the last dish to settle after bringing it out of the oven. I lit a couple candles and spread them throughout the kitchen, leaving a couple on the table. I dimmed the lights and as I was pouring the wine, Dani walked in.

"Wow, San. You didn't have to do this. We could have called it in. I feel bad that you missed out on a party to come cook for me," Dani looked around at the atmosphere of the trailer.

"I can't buy you expensive gifts, but I can do little things like this to show you how much I appreciate you. You're so selfless and genuine. You're always looking out for other people; you're the complete opposite of me but you make me want to be a better person," I explained trying to keep the sappiness to a minimum.

I took Dani's hands in mine, "I'm really falling for you; and its scary and exciting at the same time. You make me extremely happy."

"I feel the same way," said Dani.

"Good." I gently held her face and brought her lips to mine. It was meant to be a simple kiss but the electricity pulled us closer together. Our bodies closed the gap between one another and my hands were tangling themselves in her blue hair. Our breathing became faster and faster, my heart was beating against my chest, I was sure Dani would feel it. We broke our kiss for only a second, our eyes never leaving the others. Before I had a chance to think about it, my heart made the next move before my head could even understand it.

"I love you."