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Rock Star Hollywood Heights
Dreaming of you C-9
Eddie arrived in LA along with his parents and headed straight to Jake's office. "I'm back and I need a few weeks before I head to the UK."
Jake furrows his eyes. "What do you mean a few weeks?"
"I was told earlier today that Loren is opening for me at the Avalon." He stated.
"And?" Jake asks with a peculiar look on his face. "So what if she's opening for you?"
Eddie couldn't think how to tell Jake he didn't want to leave at least not now. "I've been nonstop in New York and the other cities I performed in and I need time to chill and prepare and help Loren as well."
"Loren is definitely ready and she's a pro in this business, the girl rolls out song after song that the fans download the moment they're released, she's going to be just as big as you Eduardo but not number 1, you'll always hold the number 1 place."
Eddie rolls his eyes. "I'm in a good place right now Jake and I don't need to go any farther right now."
"That's what you think I've made arrangements for you to tour the UK and Asia, the fans are waiting for you and you've sold out several of the shows there so I'm extending the concerts to accommodate all of the fans."
"So every show is sold out?" Eddie asks.
Jake pulls out some papers. "Look you're slightly ahead of Drake and this is what I want to see and if you do just as well in the UK you will be number 1 and not come home for months."
Eddie leans on the wall. "Then I need a few weeks here in LA before I fly out."
Jake wasn't too pleased with Eddie's request. "Fine let's set something with Loren but not until I hear her latest song."
"She's going to be recording soon?" He asks.
"She'll be releasing an album very soon because her previous songs climbed the charts immediately reaching the top 20 and I want to add her latest song in that album which I know she's been working on."
Eddie scans the area. "So where is she?"
"With Kelly, getting wardrobe and we hired a permanent hair lady and make-up person for Loren."
Eddie laughs. "You mean a stylist and make-up artist."
"Yeah whatever you call that team of women." Jake retorts.
Loren walks in unaware that Eddie is back in town. "Jake I can't wear this on stage!I don't like the color at all" She stops when she sees Eddie standing there and she can't help but smile.
"You're back!" She walks up to him and hugs him.
He wraps his arms around her. "It's great to be back and find out you've been working so hard and doing so well."
She looks at Jake. "Yes he has me working very hard and I don't mind because I really love writing and singing my songs."
"He's an amazing manager and I know your songs are the best in the business." Eddie says as he signals towards Jake who sits there smiling taking in every compliment.
Loren looks back at Eddie. "So there's a rumor I'm opening for you."
"I'm sure we can rely on the rumor." Eddie says and Kurt walks in and rolling his eyes the moment he notices Eddie standing next to Loren.
"Well somehow I knew Duran was in the room the moment I heard the cleaning crew swooning in the back."
Eddie smiles and turns his attention towards Loren. "So we should rehearse."
"Rehearse what?" Loren asks. "You're a pro at this plus I'm debuting my latest single that night."
"Is it ready?" Jake asks.
"Yes it's ready but I'd like to perform it before I record it." She responds..
"I think it's a good idea and I want to hear it to approve it." Jake was quick to add.
Kurt walks towards Loren and holding her hand. "We were busy with Kelly remember?"
Loren wasn't in the mood for that but…"I guess we should finish what we started."
Kurt looks at Eddie one more time. "Exactly we can't have Duran interrupting America's next super star."
They walk out the room and Eddie's hands form a huge fist. "What's he doing here Jake?"
He laughs. "He's does a little of everything around here and he's helping Kelly and I'm sure he has something going on with Loren."
Eddie walks out of the room. "Not if I can help it."
A few weekends later…
Jake is told Saturday night's show is sold out and he knows Loren is ready to perform so he adds Friday to the schedule and let's both Eddie and Loren know they'll be performing that night and they're to be ready. Kelly did as told and within a few hours she's ready and waiting in the dressing room provided. Eddie is in the auditorium going through his list of music for that evening.
Jake walks into Loren's dressing room. "Before you're on tonight you'll notice all of Eddie's songs playing in the background. We're using the pictures from the photo shoot you did with Ian tonight on the huge screen in the auditorium and it'll give the fans a hint that you'll be releasing an album pretty soon."
Loren nods. "I think Kelly just mentioned that."
"You think or you know?" He questions.
Loren wonders why Jake is such a jerk. "I'm sure she did and I'm a little nervous because I never thought I'd open for Eddie."
"You'll be great Loren and you should be used to it because Eddie started this business with you by his side." He adds.
"I know but I wrote songs for him to jump start his career and I never thought I'd be here singing as well alongside Eddie."
"Don't worry you'll never get to the level of popularity Eddie is on he's on top of the world as we speak beating and pushing Drake out of first place but you'll do fine tonight or I wouldn't have put my money on you." He adds with a smirk on his face.
Loren furrows her eyes. "What do you mean?"
He ignores Loren's questions and leaves the room and Mel walks in. "Did I hear him right?"
"I don't know Mel lately he's a huge jerk." Loren says.
Mel smiles. "Well ignore him you should see the stage area Lo it's beautiful out there, they're flashing the pictures Ian took of you on a huge screen and you look so beautiful, and they have Eddie's music playing in the background."
"Yes Jake mentioned it and now I'm very nervous."
"Hey the fans love you and you'll kill it tonight and they're as ready for you as they are for Eddie." Mel assures her. "This is your time to shine with Eddie on the program tonight, and I know you both rock it."
Loren smiles and hugs her best friend. "You're the best Mel."
Mel holds her hand. "Come on and let me show you how beautiful the stage looks and don't worry no one can see us because the fans haven't been allowed inside yet."
They make their way to the side of the stage where they can't be seen, and there are several men still setting things on stage and Loren catches sight of Eddie. "Have you seen Eddie?"
"No why?" Mel looks and Eddie is standing on the left side of the stage going over the songs he's performing that night.
"Yikes he looks amazing Lo." Mel screeches.
Loren agrees. "And he looks so gorgeous!" She sighs. "He had to pick those amazing jeans and that tight T-shirt with the vest for tonight and he looks so fit."
Mel agrees. "And he looks HOT don't forget that part plus has to tease the girls."
"Yeah he does look amazing and I'm sure he does." Loren agrees.
"Hey where is Kurt tonight? He hasn't left your side in weeks." Mel asks looking around the area.
"I don't know I think he's running a few errands for Jake."
Kelly walks in. "Loren you're wanted on stage because Jake wants to hear your new song before you perform tonight."
She gives Mel the look of failure and follows Kelly. "Okay I need the piano for this one." She says and Mel squeezes her hand. "You'll be fine Loren."
Jake signals for one to be brought to the stage area. As they set up Loren narrates….
"This song was written with Eddie in mind. I hope no one puts two and two together? My heart is beating so hard I can't even breathe."
Kelly calls Loren. "We're ready girl."
She walks into the area and sits by the piano and after taking a deep breath she begins to play the music and begins to sing…..
"Late at night when all of the world is sleeping
I stay up and think of you
And I wish on a star
That somewhere you are thinking of me too
(Loren catches sight of Eddie walking into the area where she can see him but continues with the song.)
Cause I'm dreaming of you tonight
Till tomorrow, I'll be holding you tight
And there's nowhere in the world I'd rather be
Then here in my room, dreaming about you and me
Wonder if you ever see me and I
Wonder if you know I'm there
(Loren narrates as she continues with the song "He's looking at me…does he know this song is about him?" She hasn't stopped the song and gives it all she has as she continues with it even though Eddie's eyes haven't stopped looking at her…)
If you looked in my eyes
Would you see what's inside would you even care
I just wanna hold you close
But so far all I have are dreams of you
So I wait for the day
The courage to say how much
I love you and yes I do
(Once more they make eye contact and it doesn't distract her from continuing with the song…)
I'll be dreaming of you tonight
Til tomorrow, I'll be holding you tight
And there's nowhere in the world I'd rather be
Then here in my room dreaming about you and me
Late at night when all the world is sleeping
I stay up and think of you
And I still can't believe
That you came up to me and said I love you
I love you too
And I wish on a star that somewhere you are
Thinking of me too
Now I'm dreaming of you tonight
Til tomorrow and for all of my life
And there's nowhere in the world I'd rather be
Then here in my room dreaming with you endlessly
Dreaming with you tonight
Til tomorrow I'll be holding you tight
And there's nowhere in the world
I'd rather be than here in my room…"
Loren continues and finally finishes the song, and after a deep breath avoiding further eye contact with Eddie she is calm waiting to see what Jake has to say. But before anyone could say anything Katie walked across the stage.
"Bravo Loren Bravo!" She's clapping her hands in the air. "The song was beautiful and magnificent."
"It's great Loren I know we have another hit song on the charts." Jake says wondering when Katie will stop with the applauses.
Katie turns towards Jake. "What do you mean great? It's a beautiful song and something the fans can relate too."
"It's a little different from her other songs." He responds to Katie.
Eddie steps into the area. "I love the song and I agree with my mom that it'll be another great hit."
Loren is blushing. "So it's a go for tonight?"
Kelly chimes in her thoughts as well. "I say it's a go and see how the fans react to it."
Later that night Loren performs several of her songs and starts her latest song until the very end, and after she was done the audience reaction is positive giving Loren a standing ovation.
She's happy and proud and thanks everyone and walks off the stage area as Eddie enters through the other end immediately singing his latest hits.
Nora is waiting for Loren. "Honey you look so beautiful and your new song is amazing."
"I'm so happy you made it and thanks I was a little worried during rehearsal wondering if Jake would approve or not."
"He loved it! And I'm sure Katie made sure he approved."
"Katie is amazing and always so supportive when it comes to my writing."
Nora made sure Loren sat next to her. "She knows how you feel about Eddie and that song made your feelings very clear."
"I know she does but I'm sure Eddie blew it off as a regular love song."
"I don't know but he was paying close attention during your performance."
"You should have seen him during rehearsal we made eye contact several times." Loren adds.
"Well sweetheart you look so beautiful in that dress and your hair and make-up so perfect."
Loren sighed leaning against her mom. "Thanks mom."
Kurt walks in. "Loren can we talk?"
She smiles. "Sure." Nora gets up. "I'm going to go and talk to Katie and I'll see you in a bit."
Nora walks out and Loren turns towards Kurt. "So what did you think of tonight?"
"You were perfect Loren and that song was amazing, so many feelings went into that particular song."
"Really? You could tell?" Loren asks with a shy smile.
"It's about Eddie isn't it?" He asks not really wanting to know the answer.
"You know how I've always felt Kurt." Loren didn't want to hurt him.
"But he doesn't know you're alive, he's too blind to see how you feel? I picked up on that song right away! I bet he didn't even realize what the song meant? How can you put yourself through that?"
Loren takes a few steps back. "Maybe he figured it out tonight, and I'm sorry Kurt I don't mean to cause you any pain, and I want you to know you're an amazing friend and I love you very much."
"Yeah but you love me like a friend but you're in love with him, and I bet Duran will never figure out how you feel and he'll hurt you by showing up with more bimbos by his side because he only cares about what is good enough for him and what his career can do for him."
"Why are you saying those terrible things?" Loren asks holding back tears.
Eddie walks into the room interrupting the conversation and before Kurt could say another word Eddie focuses his attention on Loren. "Can I talk to you alone?"
Kurt isn't happy with his request and Eddie can tell he's upset. "Aren't you supposed to be on stage right now?" Kurt asks with a stern voice.
"I did a set of songs and I'll be back on stage in a bit so if you don't mind I'd like to talk to Loren."
Kurt stiffens, but his expression doesn't change, and you could see the hurt in his eyes. "No one will ever love and care for you like I do Loren Tate." He storms out of the room.
Loren wipes the few tears that had escaped her orbs. "Sorry about that." She turns away from Eddie. "What do you want Eddie? You should be on stage."
He places his hand on her chin and makes Loren look at him. "I'll get back there in a few minutes." He makes eyes contact with Loren once more.
"That song is amazing." He says and gently wipes the tears that slowly run down her cheeks.
"Sorry I'm still nervous about tonight and you should go back out on stage because the fans will be expecting you to finish your performance."
"Jake has some contest going on to give me a break before I do another set." He says still looking for those beautiful brown eyes that seem to captivate him even more now than ever.
"Loren you're constantly on my mind and no matter what I do I can't seem to stop thinking of you." He caresses her cheek once more.
Loren isn't sure if she heard him correctly tilting her chin just a fraction and her shoulders seemed frozen where she stood. But the looks in Eddie's eyes are saying so much more.
"Eddie what are you saying?" She furrows her eyes.
"I've been blind all of this time unable to see that the moment we met you've been there for me, and for us, and lately you're all I've thought about and no matter what I'm doing you're on my mind, and tonight you confirmed it with that song, and I can bet my life on this but I'm sure the song is about your feelings for someone you care for very much." He watches for her reaction.
Loren feels a huge lump on her throat and narrates her thoughts….
"Omg is he saying what I think he's trying to say? Am I dreaming?"
Eddie notices she isn't responding and is far in thought and finally admits his feelings to her hoping for a positive reaction after admitting how he's been feeling lately.
"I love you Loren."
Loren watches him not knowing what to say for the moment and stutters. "Eddie…you you …love me?"
He wastes no time and walks closer to Loren and gently pulls her closer to him and it's finally happening after all these weeks after being told how she's felt about him all this time made him realize it's Loren he wants and no one else, and after waiting for weeks he places a kiss on her lips. Loren isn't sure how to react but her heart is screaming go girl go and beating so fast she wraps her arms around his neck allowing Eddie to deepen the kiss, and after a few seconds he pulls away slowly.
"Thought I just said I love you." He adds with a soft smile pecking her forehead with another tender kiss. "I think I heard it in the song you performed tonight several times."
Loren finally says what's been in her heart forever. "And I love you Eddie."
Chapter ends here today, about time Duran! What's next for our Leddie couple? It's up to all of you because if I should continue, and no reviews mean people have stopped reading. It's sad because I'm not done with this story just yet. So please kindly review!
Song credit: Dreaming of you by the amazing and beautiful Selena.
