I'm so sorry guys but I lost all of my email so I don't have your reviews, Sorry :0 I do remember that someone liked the song references and to that person I say thank you because I love songs and I decided to try something different. I greatly appreciate all your reviews and hope you keep reviewing. The song in this chapter in by R5 and it is in bold when you need to listen to it.
Josh was sitting in his room looking at the song Maya had given him when his door opened. He stuffed the papers underneath his pillow and saw both parents come in.
"What are you guys doing?" Josh asked curiously. Amy looked at Alan and said, "Riley and Maya are having time by themselves and so are Topanga and Cory."
"O….k…" Josh said suspiciously. Alan started, "We got a letter in the mail about your music in college. You are being asked to go California to try-out for a pretty substantial music position."
"But music isn't even my major."
Amy nodded "We know honey but it's still a great opportunity and we think you should go. Of course you're the one that will in the end have to make the decision. It's only for a month this summer and if you get it you'll be offered an amazing career." They walked out.
Josh sighed it did seem great but California? Cons of this was it was far away from his family, it was far away from Maya. However isn't your college years supposed to be about finding a way to make a living?
Josh got out his phone and texted Maya
I know you're with Riley right now but can you come back as soon as possible?
M: Aw does the wittle boing miss me?
J: Maya
M: What?
J: I need to talk to you.
M: is something wrong?
J: I'll tell you later
M: Ok ?
Riley came back from the bathroom, "Maya why don't we head back."
"Ok, why?"
"I think we should." Riley had gotten a text from Josh telling her exactly his dilemma. Maya frowned but didn't argue. They walked back to the house and Josh was sitting on the couch sweating nervously. Maya was a bit taken aback, "Is everything ok?"
Josh looked at Maya, "I got a career opportunity for music in California and I might take it."
Maya raised her eyebrow, "But you're only a sophomore in college and music isn't even your major."
"I know it's a tryout thing and if I do well they will tutor me the rest of college."
Maya sat down and tried to process what she was hearing. Josh touched her shoulder, "It's for a month and then I'll text you after the month. Is that ok with you? If not I can stay."
Maya looked at Josh, "Josh, this is your future career we're talking about. If you get it this could be huge. How would I hold you back? I'm still in the part of high school where I don't really even need to think about college that much. I mean maybe it should be on my radar but I don't need to specifically think about it. This is the way you'll support yourself after college. Go and don't look back."
"But…."
"Just go Josh."
"Ok." Josh smiled at Maya and Maya smiled back. She meant everything she had just said. As much as she didn't want him to go, he needed to go. A week later Josh left for California with everything he needed for the month. Maya didn't go say goodbye, not only did she hate goodbyes but also Shawn might be suspicious if she did. So she sat on the bed and decided to write.
Looking at it now
it all seems so simple
We were lying on your couch
I remember
You took a Polaroid of us
Then discovered (then discovered)
The rest of the world was black and white
But we were in screaming color
And I remember thinking
Maya got off the bed and walked over to the nightstand to pull out another piece of paper. They were leaving Riley's grandparents tomorrow. The stay had been prolonged because everyone loved it in Philly and didn't really want to leave. Topanga had not cases so she thought why not. Of course it was summer so Cory wasn't working and Katy had quit her job at the diner. Riley walked in, "You ok Maya?"
Maya nodded, "Yeah, I was just writing but I don't know what to do with it next so I think I'm going to stop."
Riley sat down on the bed and sighed, "As much as I love this place, I'll be happy to be home."
Maya nodded, "Yeah me too."
***
Josh was in a taxi on the way to the airport. He had said bye to everyone at the house. Except Maya, she was nowhere to be found. He knew this was the right choice but he wasn't sure what exactly he was losing by leaving. Plus, it was only a month. In a month it would be August and he would be given a college career choice or just go back to the way he had been living his life. That was the way he understood it. Also he couldn't just stay back for Maya, even though next school year she would be a junior. A lot happens junior that is unexpected. Josh sighed and looked out the window. He was almost at the airport so he grabbed his bag and started to get out.
He got to the place where he was supposed to be and Josh walked into a modern building.
"Josh Matthews?" A pretty brunette in a suit-like outfit and a pony tail with a headset on. Josh managed a small smile and nodded, "Follow me!" She spun around her pony tail almost hit his face but so he stepped back. Josh followed her outside and they walked across the road ad continued past many buildings. She entered a building that had a sign that lodgings for the tryouts. She walked to a room and opened it, "This will be your room." Josh nodded, "Thank you."
The girl got up next to Josh and quietly said, "My room is across the street from this building, if you want mix it up." She licked her lips and walked out keeping her eyes on him and left. Josh looked shocked and he gulped and shivered. He looked around the room and took his bag and unzipped it. He saw a song. He picked it up, it was a song from Maya. He sat down and read it. The door opened and he jumped off the bed in case it was that assistant coming in again. Another guy came in and he was looking back at the door. Josh smiled, "The brunette?"
The guy turned around, "Yeah, I'm TJ."
"Josh."
"So that assistant person, I don't know if I was turned on or disturbed." TJ said.
"I was definitely creeped out. She seemed desperate and ick." Josh said.
1 month later
Maya had assumed that Josh had moved on. When she had scrolled through explore on Instagram she saw a picture of Josh. She opened it and it was a picture that looked like either he pretended not see the picture being taken or he really didn't know is was being taken. The caption was, 'look at this hottie ;)' the photo was from an account name of Staceyxoxo. She wanted to ask him but she was sure he was busy. A notification popped up. It was from Josh.
J: if you've seen that insta picture of me that was the assistant here. She makes moves on most of the guys in the area. When she finds one she really likes she'll post it. I don't know if you looked but she mainly posts herself in compromising positions or guys she likes. I learned all of this from a guy here on campus that used to know her well because they grew up together. he honestly didn't know how she still had the job she had. Her boss is ignorant of this.
M: What's her boss's name?
J: Samuel Jones
M: OK
Maya got onto the college website and found Samuel's email. She emailed him this email:
Dear sir, I do not know if you are aware of your assistant's actions towards your clients. She seems to be in need of assistance in some way or another. Please email if you have further questions or concerns.
Maya Hunter
She received an email back that said he was aware of her attitude but didn't know it went that far. She had had an extremely hard life and this was how she coped he supposed. He hadn't fire her but he had put in the care of someone that take care of her and renew her from the condition. Maya was glad of this. She then went about her day.
Josh was walking to the main building when Mr. Jones walked up, "A few other councilor's and I want to talk to you. Do you have time now?"
Josh nodded. Mr. Jones walked into a building directly next to the main building. When Josh walked in the councilors smiled, "Have a seat. As you know we have been looking for someone for the career opportunity. You Josh, are perfect for the position. We have places in Paris, Monaco and Vegas. You can also go to Miami where we have a mansion you can have if you prove yourself worthy."
Josh nodded thoughtfully. One of the councilors said, "This is a great opportunity. It could me the Oscars, Grammy's and many more. Or if you prefer we can send you back to New York and work at the place that will be operational at the end of the year."
Josh thought a moment, this seemed wonderful. He could go anywhere they mentioned but somehow it didn't feel right. He felt like New York was the best choice. "New York."
The councilors were a little confused, "Why?"
"I don't know. That just feels right." Josh said.
"Ok, we'll send you back to New York."
Josh went back to the room and packed, he headed to the airport and got on a plane. During the plane ride he wrote a song. He entitled it If I can't be with you.
Josh walked into the Matthews' apartment and Maya jumped on him hugging him. When she stopped Shawn walked in. "Josh! It's good to have you back. I heard your new song and man who is that about? That person is so lucky to have you."
Maya was little confused but didn't really care. Josh looked at Maya and sighed, he turned back around and faced Shawn, "Shawn I'm in love with your daughter."
Maya's mouth dropped and she stared at both Shawn and Josh. Shawn looked dumbfounded as well, "Wow, um ok. Well I guess that's fine but I'll keep a close eye on you." Shawn told him. Josh nodded. Shawn folded his arms, "No funny business, if you break her heart your dead."
"Ok."
Maya's mouth was still wide open trying to process what had just happened. Josh turned around and looked sheepishly at Maya. Maya gulped and stuttered, "You… You are?"
"Without a doubt."
Maya reached up and kissed him, "I love you too."
I think this is going to be the end because I'm not really inspired to write it anymore. I hope you liked it thank you for reading.
