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TAMING OF A JERK

How I, Mitchie Torres, made the GREAT Shane Gray realize the consequences of having everything after humiliating myself in front of the super popular Connect 3 band, which at first I didn't recognize.

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DAY EIGHT

Compete With a Diva (Part 2)

The night date finally came and Tess looked even more beautiful. I believed Shane thought so. I know you also want me to tell what happened to Nate and Jason but this day happens to focus more on Shane so just please bear with me because I observed more about what happened to Shane Gray than what happened to Nate and Jason. I know I was working for the three of them but Mrs. Hawkins was so good and she knew Shane's the most childish one so if there were any of them I should keep my eyes on, that would be him. And I did just that.

I saw the way Tess stared at him. It's like he's gonna melt already. Shane was a gentleman and he was all gentle to her.

Stupid freaking him! What a jerk, that super terrible piece of a jerk! I'll never give him anything, not a single piece of chocolate. After all, it was a sure thing for all members of Connect 3 to receive so many gifts on Valentines. In fact I knew they already did and Nate and Jase already started eating some a while ago but still! They're popular. They're handsome. Too bad, he's jerk! Can't he even realize what she wants from him?

If it wasn't obvious yet, I was having a hard time in controlling what I felt.

They were having a really romantic date and all I was able to do were stare and watch. But bad things always end up as good ones and I proved that myself. So Mitchie calm down now, I hope I might as well share what I felt with you pillow book. Besides, Shane would NEVER be able to read this. The day he read this, maybe when I'll kill him. Really, all that's in here, just between the two of us pillow book. That jerk should never know even one sentence I write in you okay!

Here's what happened. I knew this was embarrassing but it was part of my day and I just had to narrate it to release tension. After all, it led to something unforgettable.

A little girl asked a staff to accompany her to the comfort room. Shane's fans got the chance to watch since the shooting was live. Their date was live for crying out loud! Since the staff was too busy, he just ignored her. Shane seemed to not need anything so I volunteered to accompany her to the place but right after I held her hand, she pulled me to where Shane and Tess were and there I didn't know what to do. Too make it worse, or I didn't know, maybe good, Shane grinned. He didn't act surprise. Tess looked pissed. I knew I just got them into a bad scene.

If you're wondering how I got there with the little girl so fast, that was because I was his PA. As for the girl, she happened to be allowed in there coz she's Shane's niece.

"Shane!" She called out. Shane automatically introduced her to Tess and thanked me for bringing her there. Her parents almost went to the scene but this time, the staff stopped them already and told them this can't be avoided so just go on with the filming of their date adlib, well with his niece and me as special guests. Also, I wouldn't want to make her parents feel worried. I gave them a smile to at least let them know I won't leave Liza and somehow let them know I'll take care of their daughter.

Tess went on with the acting after giving me her "gaze" which didn't make me feel anything at all. I didn't intend to ruin her night with Shane but things went on so nicely and I didn't expect them to. At least I can take that as a good sign. Maybe at least, I also have hope.

And in fact, I did have hope.

I just acted with them as Liza's (Shane's niece) sister. We made it appear like Liza's just another fan. If we didn't then his fans might just by all possible means attack her and use her as bait to get to Shane. Nobody would like that, definitely not Shane. Guess what happened next?

I admit I was grinning at this point. I can't help it. I was about to leave after excusing myself but Shane stopped me. He called me and told me to eat with them instead. Sorry for Tess. Hahaha.

The staff found it weird but they can't do anything since it's live. Tess acted along with us. The staff brought two more chairs and more food. It turned out like Liza and Shane were the lucky ones having a date and Tess and I turned out to be their chaperons. But I did enjoy that a lot more instead of just watching Tess and Shane date.

To our surprise, the crowd cheered and they even called Shane a really good guy. We heard gossips that they already believe Shane actually changed. That's good for him. That's really good.

But the day didn't end with that. Tess still got her chance. Nobody expected an unpredicted rain so the staff wasn't prepared. I immediately took Liza for shelter. We were still being filmed. The director gave us a sign on what to do. Shane on the other hand helped Tess by letting her use his tuxedo as umbrella. They went somewhere else. Actually, we were just opposite each other and that was what the director planned to let the two of them continue the date.

Unfortunately, Liza started crying. We were already in the terrace of some hut since it was where the director told us to go. Liza didn't like getting wet. She's easily irritated with water. And that's when she began crying.

Shane was about to approach us but Tess slipped when she tried to follow him. Good thing he was able to save her.

Still, Liza kept crying. Since we weren't being filmed anymore, I though it wouldn't harm if I stop acting and do what I know was right already. I just acted like myself, Mitchie. I like kids. I knelt down in front of Liza and dried her tears. Then I told her … what my dad told me when I was little.

"Imagine that every drop of rain is an angel. And every angel can grant a wish. Then think how many wishes you can have if you get soaked with raindrops."

"A million!" That cheered her up.

"Exactly! Or even a billion. So why don't you wish now?"

"I wish to sing with Shane." With that, I can't say anything anymore. Maybe she missed Shane and that's why she even interrupted his date. But that's not a good time. Also, the scene between Tess and Shane were still being filmed. They were still in the terrace of the hut across us. They continued chatting and discussing stuff. It's like everyone's world revolves with them and Liza and me lives in another. That gave me the confidence.

"Shane's busy right now."

"Then the angel isn't real." She pouted and crossed her arms like a stubborn child. But I was more stubborn than her.

"No, maybe the angel wants you to sing alone first. Say, Liza, why not sing with me?"

"Do you know how to sing?" She asked. I know I don't sound good but it won't hurt since it was obvious all eyes were focused on Tess and Shane. I was still jealous but I can't just leave Liza alone. Before I reached my present age I was also a little girl and as a little girl I wanted an older brother or sister who'll help me with what I want. I was an only child and now that somehow I can be like a big sister to someone, maybe I can fulfill that wish of mine. Instead of being the little girl, I can be the big sister. That's not bad at all. Also, I can be a good sister to someone related to Shane.

And that was when … I started singing.

Raindrops pouring over

Are angels guarding heaven

Playing with their trumpets

While listening to harps and lyres

"What song is that?"

"Is it nice?"

"Yes it is. Please continue Mitchie!" She smiled as she gave me a fast hug. She was smiling. That meant a lot.

"But I don't know the continuation. I haven't finished that song yet." I thought of what to do. "Why don't you continue?" I asked her but before she gave an answer, another voice reached our ears.

Raindrops pouring over

Are million keys to heaven

Granting you with wishes

Telling you that you should smile

With that … I heard Shane's voice. He just went across the gap between the two terraces. Tess followed and there, we all sang. Liza happily sang along with him, with us. She even started clapping and so we did the same. The chords were new but even if they only heard it for the first time after it just came to my thoughts, Jase and Nate approached us with guitars in both their hands. I knew it's not rock but still, they were very good at it. I also knew I sounded bad but again that composition, not only being sang but being continued by Shane Gray, what more can I ask?

Tess also sang with her own lyrics. I was sorry that their date was ruined but somehow, even Tess appeared like she's having fun. I didn't realize we were being filmed until the time we finished singing and the crowd started cheering, screaming, shouting and clapping.

And that was the end of an amazing date, but of course, it's not yet the end of Valentines.

While Connect 3 was busy with Liza and I was busy looking for an escape route, I saw Tess being ridiculed by Shane's not so good fans. Some of them were there to stop the argument but some just stayed there to make it worse. Someone pushed Tess and she pushed her back. She was outnumbered. That was a not so much of new scene to me because of what happened when I fought with two of Shane's fans as well, which was why unexpected as it could be, I decided to help.

I knew I can't bother Shane and yell at him to defend Tess. Seriously, he should at least make sure Tess was safe before he left her. But I can't blame him since Liza's his niece.

"Sorry but … Please excuse us. Mrs. Hawkins asked me to bring Tess to her." I immediately pulled her away not minding whatever the other party said. They can't possibly argue since they knew who Mrs. Hawkins was.

"You should just avoid them." I told her when we reached the comfort room.

"What? It was their fault!" She yelled.

"Seriously? What did you tell them?"

"Well, I told them they were a bunch of losers and …" She was about to continue but I interrupted.

"See! That's exactly what I meant. Sometimes, just be nice…can you?" I sighed and looked at the mirror instead.

She kept silent as we both fixed ourselves. "I won't thank you for that you know." She murmured.

I was about to say I know she won't but she's actually nicer than I thought. "Anyway, thanks…"

I just smiled. I knew it. From Shane to Tess, no one's really that bad.

We ended up drying ourselves in Connect 3's private room. Somehow, Tess began treating more human like. She even said the song was good. Also, she told me if not for Shane, she probably wouldn't have treated me that way. I know it doesn't sound like Tess. But we had a talk between girls. And yes, she's a nice person.

Also, there's another thing. She knew I also like Shane. I hoped she knew because she's a girl. I hope Shane doesn't know or else I might not be able to say even just one word in front of him.

"Why don't we do this? I'll just give him the chocolate. After all, he just told me he already likes another girl."

"Really? When? Who? What's her name? How come I didn't know that?" I sure have a lot questions. But it's normal, wasn't it?

"Well … I can't tell you. But you shouldn't let him know I told you he likes someone already alright! He might kill me!" It appears like she had her chance even before their date. I appreciated her sincerity and honesty like I was really a human being to her already.

"He will?"

"You know him right?"

"Well, he might. Fine I won't but why can't you tell me?"

"It's a secret." Finally we're treating each other as friends but how come even Tess has something to hide from me? What a day! But at most, thanks to God, I had a new friend by the name of Tess Tyler.

"Also … I suggest you give him chocolates. At least you know, for helping you with Liza…"

"?" I gave her a confused look but I just nodded. She just gave me a smirk and left as she grabbed her bag. She sure was rich because right after she left, I heard her driver's voice asking her to let him carry her bag.

I was left alone. I thought about what Tess suggested. I did want to give him chocolates. But he rejected Tess. What if he also rejects me? And that was the most likely to happen. But wait … I'll give him chocolates as thank you. I won't really confess or anything. So maybe it was just fine. So go Mitchie! I know, a little embarrassing. But I'm a girl, do the Math!

I actually believed it was fine and made some for him. I didn't know how so I just followed the instructions. Don't wonder where I made them anymore. I have my own means. Also, we were given rooms by the staffs and meeting people, lucky for me I met people with good cooking skills, took part.

What happened was that I didn't expect there to be almost the exact replica of my chocolates. They were made of clay mud. Jason actually happens to like playing with those.

And guess what? I put them in the table before I went to look for Shane to apologize first. I found him but decided to give him what I thought I made before apologizing. I got the replica accidentally since Jason played with what he thought was a fun trick to replace my real chocolates with his mud clay.

It took me a while since only Nate and Jason were eating the chocolates made by their fans. I was worried Shane wouldn't eat mine. I even heard Shane saying the fans' made don't taste good at all. At first I decided to back out but Nate saw me and called me. I was already holding the container of chocolates and Shane saw them so he asked me who it was for. With that, I really didn't have my chance to back out.

I went to give it to Shane and of course he teased me about having a crush on him but I denied the truth and told him it was only because Tess suggested. He can't believe Tess will do something nice like that but I made him believe so there. I know I was narrating this fast but believe me you want to know what happened next. We went to the tasting part and again, what I thought was the worst turned out to be the nicest!

"At most I got something from you this Valentines." He said. Jeez, how could he possibly be so nice at this point?

Shane's face turned pale after he tasted it. How can his face not look pale after tasting mud? I hated Jason for that! I immediately apologized and told him it was my first time and from his expression I can tell, my chocolate (the clay mud actually) was worse than any dish made for the first time he had ever tasted. How bad could I be! It's all Jason's fault but thanks to him appearing with my real chocolate and eating them himself, I realized what actually happened. Also, the engraved icing with Shane's name was in Jason's. Stupid Mitchie, I didn't even realize there was no icing on the ones I gave to Shane.

Shane made Jase tell us what he did and returned him the chocolates even if there were only "H" and "E" left. I happened to put a letter of his name with the use of icing to every piece of chocolate so the total was five. Jason ate the letters that will make his name "Jason" and that include S, A and N.

"I'm really sorry!!!!!" Good thing Nate tried to help us out instead of just laughing and laughing so Jason got his life spared. I can't understand why Shane was so mad. After all, it was just chocolate. I admit I also got pissed but Shane's reaction was worse. He's funny.

"No harm done. So it's fine." I faced Jason then I turned to Shane. "Shane!" I gave him the gaze and that was when he calmed himself.

I then went on with the explanation.

"Just think of it as a thank you …" I looked down but continued to face him and went on. "And uhm … sorry … for the trouble I caused. You know … the one with Liza and the mud." I did the quote and quote sign with my fingers to emphasize and make him recall what just happened.

"Oh." That's all I got. "Don't worry, I won't fire you just for that!" He grinned.

"Really?"

"Yeah, what are friends for."

"But still, it's not good and … whatever, just eat it and tell me what you think. It's my first time to make real chocolates so it may not taste as good as your fans' but you sure wouldn't get hurt by just tasting one, would you?"

"Yeah well, they smell like real chocolates as well."

Come to think of it, if he smelled the ones I gave him first as not so chocolate like, why did he still taste them? He's really something.

He gave me an innocent and somehow, I can say an assuring face of Shane Gray. It's like he's listening to a child. Did I sound one when I asked him to eat my chocolate? I just hope it really can be called that.

"So you like it?" I sighed and gave him a worried look. I tried not to but how can I not be worried? At the very most, that's his supposed to be prize after continuing my song. I didn't mean to let him experience all that and when I was worried, he just laughed and said he's happy I still gave him something today. How can I not be guilty? But then of course, if this compensation gift turned out worse, I wouldn't know how to face him anymore.

"Hey, I can't wish for more!" His expression … was official.

So now tell me pillow book, what more can I ask … than to let this moment last? In reality, I can't be selfish to let him know I love him. That might just be a burden for him. I can take not letting him know how I feel for him. But I know if this really happens to be love, I might not take his rejection. Maybe this was for the best. At most secretly, I can whisper I love him. Wind really can be considered the best listener. As for Shane Gray, I can at least ask you to stay like that forever … can't I?

A/N: Thanks for reading! And yes, I know you do want them to be together already so I won't let you wait any longer. Things are getting better in the next chaptersss, you'll see! God bless.

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