7.
Later that day at the gym...
"How did it go with the Bachelor people?" Emmett grunts between reps.
"Interesting," Edward says, raising a brow at Jasper. "Care to explain why your sister is one of the women?"
"What?" Emmett blurts out. "Really?"
"Surprise," Jasper says, gesturing with his hands. "And she's only my stepsister. Her dad married my mom, remember?"
"Surprise as in, 'my gay sister has a crush on you' or surprise as in, 'I don't even know'," Edward says, looking exasperated.
"Surprise as in, we have a mole on the inside. She's there to let us know if someone is there for the wrong reasons, conniving, et cetera. You know, to help you weed out the riff raff, sooner than later."
"What's her backstory going to be?" Edward asks, his interest suddenly piqued.
The show's version is, 'Bisexual woman looking for love, man or woman'.
"Oh, great. Competition," Edward deadpans.
"She promises to only pursue your rejects, I mean, 'the women you send home'," Jasper laughs.
"Hey, I thought I was going to get his rejects?" Emmett pouts.
"There will be enough to go around," Jasper quips.
"When do I get rid of her? Should I keep her on the show for a long time?" Edward inquires, speeding up his pace on the treadmill.
"That is totally up to you. If you honestly have women you are interested in, fill the spots with them. If not, keep her around for info," Jasper shrugs. "Besides, Elizabeth is a riot. Blunt as they get."
"I remember. The first time she met me she asked if I was a 'has been'. Who does that?" Edward shakes his head.
"Well, you're not a 'has been' anymore. The publicity from the show should trigger the interest we need for you to launch your solo career. All those years as a recluse, writing songs, will pay off. You've got enough material for a few albums," Jasper pants, trying to keep up with Edward's pace on the treadmill.
"A recluse, who is totally out of touch with dating. Have things changed much?" Edward questions.
"Always wear a condom," Emmett says in a fatherly manner.
"Yeah, yeah," Edward waves him off.
"Well, you might end up texting each other, when you're in the same room together, instead of talking," Jasper chuckles.
"Oh, and you can tell how your relationship is going by checking their facebook status," Emmett adds.
"No phones. No phones and no computers are allowed when we're on the show," Edward adds seriously.
"Lighten up, Ed. It's like riding a bike. You'll be fine," Emmett pats him on the back, then wipes his sweaty hand on his shorts.
"Really, Edward, just be yourself. The romance stuff should come naturally. If it doesn't, she's not the right woman." Jasper stops running and takes a drink of water.
"We done here?" Edward looks at Emmett.
"Why are you asking me?" Emmett frowns.
"You're my trainer, remember? You wanted to come with me to film the show. So trainer, start playing your part," Edward elbows him playfully.
"Damn, I need to do some research. I need to be all knowledgeable and stuff," Emmett says with determination, making them all laugh.
A/N
Aren't they cute :)
Preread by Ja Mash
Beta'd by texasbella
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