Scene 12
Tuesday:
Crystal Equals Model
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Crystal wakes up and reaches for her phone.
Crystal: Hey, D. What's up?
Dave McClooney: I got a job for you today.
Crystal: Can I bring friends?
Dave: Of course. How many?
Crystal: Five please.
Dave: Done. I'll pick you up after school.
Crystal: Bye.
Dave: Say "Hi" to my son for me.
Crystal: Will do.
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Crystal looks at her clock.
Crystal: Only five o'clock?
Crystal takes a shower. At 6 she's ready. The outfit she's wearing is a yellow shirt and skinney jeans. She walks downstairs.
Mrs. Willow: You're up early, dear. What's up?
Crystal: I got a job today.
Mrs. Willow: That's great but that doesn't interest me as much as my daughter falling for royalty!
Crystal: Mom! Who told you?
Mrs. Willow: Soo Jin.
Crystal: Of course.
Mrs. Willow: You're lucky your father doesn't know.
Crystal: Don't remind me. Dad needs to remember that I'm eighteen and I can take care of myself. Just because Jake's a vampire doesn't mean I can't fall in love with him.
Mrs. Willow: You're going to have to convince your father of that. Although, Jake's Glow was stronger when he left then when he arrived.
Crystal pours milk in her cereal bowl.
Crystal: Really? I knew he was Glowing but...
Mr. Willow comes down the stairs.
Mr. Willow: Good morning, girls.
Mrs. Willow: There are no girls here, only women.
She winks at Cyrstal.
Mr. Willow: Why are you talking about this Glow thing again? I don't understand it.
Crystal: The Glow signifies that man is the right man for you forever. Moms can sort of see their daughter's ideal man's Glow as well.
Mr. Willow: So, the way to ensure the perfect mate basically...
Mrs. Willow: You got it, honey.
Mr. Willow: So Crystal, who's your perfect man?
Crystal doesn't look up from her cereal bowl.
Crystal: Jake.
Mr. Willow: What? That weakling?
Crystal pushes her bowl away and stands up. She glares at her dad and her nails turn red.
Crystal: Jake is no weakling. He's Diamond's equal, Dad.
She walks to her mom and hugs her then ignores her dad and walks out the front door.
Mr. Willow: Is she mad at me? What did I do wrong?
Mrs. Willow: Yes, she's mad at you. You're just going to have to except that family.
Mr. Willow: I don't want to.
Mrs. Willow: They don't need your approval, you know.
Mr. Willow: What?
Mrs. Willow: It's true. You didn't have my dad's approval.
Mr. Willow: B... But didn't he pay for the wedding and honeymoon?
Mrs. Willow: He did. That didn't mean he approved of you.
Mr. Willow was stunned. Diamond and Rick come downstairs.
Rick: What's wrong with Dad?
Mrs. Willow: He found out something that he'd taken for granted was a lie.
Rick: Hmm. That sucks.
Diamond: Crystal's still asleep?
Mrs. Willow: No, she's at gymnastics practice.
Diamond: Two hours before school starts?
Narrator: After school... by the school gate.
Crystal: Come on you guys.
Jason: Where are we going?
Crystal: That's a secret.
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Dave steps out of the car.
Jake: Who's that?
Crystal: Hey, D. Over here.
She runs over to him.
Dave: Which five?
Crystal points at them and Dave stares at them. They find their legs working on their own and before they know it they're in the limo. Dave moves his hand and the seat buckles buckle themselves.
Crystal: It's okay, D. I'll do it myself.
She gets in and sits next to Jake while Dave gets in the driver's seat. Both of them buckle and the doors close. They pull away from the school.
Dave: I was surprised Crystal. Normally whenever I ask you if you want to bring friends you turn me down.
Crystal: I know, D.
Jake: Crystal, who is this guy? This could be considered kidnapping, you know.
Crystal laughs.
Crystal: All the witnesses would say you came of your own accord. I'd say that too if I didn't know any better. This is D. He's my manager.
Jake: What do you need a manager for?
Soo Jin: Crystal is a model.
Diamond, Rick, Jake, and Jason: What?
Crystal smiles.
Crystal: That's right, Soo Jin. As usual you get it right. D, how far are we going today?
Dave: The eastern part of the city.
Crystal: Cool!
Narrator: Thirty minutes later...
The car stops and Dave and Crystal get out. The seatbelts unbuckle yet no one moves an inch.
Dave: Uh, hello. We're here.
Crystal: Come on out guys. D won't hurt you, I swear.
The five pile out of the lime. The door close. Dave hands them each a pass.
Rick: What're these for?
Crystal: They're backstage passes. I asked D to get them.
Diamond: Really?
Soo Jin: Awesome!
Jake: How old is D?
Dave: I'm thirty- eight. Why?
Jake: Just was curious why you two are so familiar... He's twice her age! Yet her nails are pink!
Soo Jin: You really are an idiot. Her nails are purple, she's calm. I've read his mind and he has no relationship with Crystal besides being her manager. By the way, the backstage passes also get you into the dressing room...
Jake thinks of naked Crystal and gets hard. Jason notices and whispers in his brothers ear...
Jason: Jake, why aren't you embarrassed? Should I hide you?
Jake looks at his brother.
Jake: Why?
Jason points down and Jake's eyes follow.
Jake: Got to think of something else, something else... I wonder what Crystal's other personalities are like...
With that he's normal again. Jason gives him a thumbs up.
Jason: You're good.
Jake: Thanks a ton, Jason. Soo Jin, that's so not cool! You did that on purpose.
Soo Jin looks back at him and sticks out her tongue.
Soo Jin: Nice reaction dude. You are officially in love.
Jake: Huh? What do you mean?
Soo Jin: First you're jealous of and suspicious of D, then when you're reminded of Crystal being naked you're body reacts accordingly and you're on cloud nine. Do you even know where you are, Prince Jake?
Jake: No.
He looks around.
Jake: Some kind of shoot setup... Wait. I see Crystal's dressing room.
Soo Jin: That's not where we are waiting.
Jake ignores her. He walks over to the dressing room. He's about to knock when he catches a conversation.
Dave: How much longer do I have to stand it, Crystal? You're my precious model. I can't keep using my powers to do it.
Jake's shocked.
Jake: That BASTARD!
Crystal: I still don't need a bodyguard.
Dave: You're wasting my brain's energy. I'm asking you to get a bodyguard for your own sake. My son and I can't keep using our powers like that... we'll die.
Jake: Son? Someone we know? What's this? Bodyguard duties? I could do that!
Mrs. Jordan: Excuse me.
Jake: Uh, sure.
Mrs. Jordan: Thank you.
Mrs. Jordan enters Crystal's dressing room.
Crystal: Fine. I'll think about it. Oh, Mrs. Jordan...
Mrs. Jordan: First off, it's Ms. Director right now.
Crystal: Ms. Director, why are you here?
Mrs. Jordan: There's a problem. A major problem.
Dave: What?
Mrs. Jordan: All the other models quit. We'll have to cancel the shoot!
Dave: How many models were there?
Mrs. Jordan: Five in total. Three males and two other females.
Dave: Hmmm...
Crystal: Are you thinking what I think you're thinking, D?
Dave: I'm thinking that we could use your friends... Ms. Director, did you already pay the other models?
Mrs. Jordan: No, I didn't. Where are these friends of yours, Crystal?
Dave: Here.
He waves his hand. Jake opens the door and walks in followed by the others.
Mrs. Jordan: Oh, how wonderful! The guys are as handsome as princes and the girls are very lovely. Perfect! The shoot will go on. If all goes well, I'll sign them to work with you all the time, Crystal.
Crystal: Yay! Fun... wait. D, would you be fine being all of our manager?
Dave: Sure.
Crystal: Yay!
Crystal walks over to her friends and family.
Crystal: Guys, are you willing to become models?
Jason: Why not? I've got nothing better to do.
Rick: If it's fun, I'll help you sis.
Crystal: It is fun.
Soo Jin: What're best friends for? I'll answer that. Helping each other in times of need...
Diamond: I don't know. It'll ruin my image... but I've always wanted to be a model. Oh, what the heck. I'll do it!
Jake: Who's going to be your bodyguard then?
Crystal: If you all become models but keep your skills and strength up, we won't need bodyguards. Please, Jake. I need you.
Jake: Well, okay.
Crystal: Thanks, guys!
She hugs everyone but when she gets to Jake she kisses him on the cheek again.
Mrs. Jordan: That's enough celebrating. I need to get you dressed. You may call me nothing but Ms. Director here. School is different.
Crystal's waiting patiently.
Crystal: I'm so excited! I'll be with the guys all the time.
Her nails turn yellow and she grins.
Clover: Why are you smiling?
Crystal: I bet you wish one of the models was Grant.
Clover: No way! I couldn't stand it if he kissed someone else... Whoops!
Crystal: On... camera... kisses?
Both girls blush. Principal Jordan walks in.
Principal Jordan: How many times do I have to tell you not to say my plans to the models beforehand?
Clover: I'm sorry, Dad. It won't happen again.
Principal Jordan: Good. Get behind your camera, here comes your mother.
Clover does what she's told. Mrs. Jordan comes out of the hair and makeup trailor.
Mrs. Jordan: Crystal, here are your co-workers.
Crystal: Wow!
Mrs. Jordan: You go first, Crystal. Show 'em how it's done.
Crystal: Yes, Ms. Director.
Her nails turn clear.
Principal Jordan: Crystal, legs apart. Good. Left hand on left hip. Good. Right hand down. Nah, scratch that. Both hands on hips. I want a huge frown. Perfect!
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Clover holds out a thumbs up.
Principal Jordan: I need a guy. You.
Pointing at Jake.
Jake: Me? It's Jake Anderson.
Principal Jordan: I know. Get in there.
Jake does.
Principal Jordan: Crystal. put your hands out like you just pushed him. Jake lie down. Put up your legs. Keep them together. Perfect!
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Clover: Got it!
Principal Jordan: Crystal, put your back to him. Put your left hand back. You need to look back at him. Jake, get on your knees. In your left pocket, there should be a ringbox. Open it and hold it out with your right hand. Grab her left wrist with your left hand. Like you're about to propose. Perfect!
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Clover: Got the shot.
Principal Jordan: Jake, put the ring on Crystal. Jake, stand up. Crystal, wrap your hands around his neck. Look in each others eyes. Give me a loving expression both of you. Perfect!
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Clover: I've got shivers.
Principal Jordan: Jake and Crystal, you're done for now. Rick and Soo Jin, you're up. Both of you on the bench. Soo Jin, tilt your head to the right. Rick, put your lips on her neck. Perfect!
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Narrator: That's how it went for the next hour. Each one got either funnier, weirder, or more sexual. Now the shoot is complete..
Clover: You guys are naturals. What do you think, Mom?
Mrs. Jordan: It's Ms. Director.
Clover rolls her eyes and sighs.
Clover: What do you think, Ms. Director?
Mrs. Jordan: I agree. Here's the contract.
All five sign. Crystal jumps up and down. Everyone goes their separate ways to get undressed but Soo Jin follows Crystal.
Soo Jin: So you wanted to push Jake over during the shoot?
Crystal sighs and stares off into space.
Crystal: And undress each other and then we'd passionally hold each other and love... wait a tick. Maria Lee! I'll get you for that!
Soo Jin's grin turns to a huge frown.
Soo Jin: Stop calling me that! It's not cool and I hate it!
Crystal: It's your name. Soo Jin is the name you chose to be called after we entered 3rd grade... But if you hate it so much, here's the deal. As long as you don't tease me about Jake, I won't call you Maria.
Soo Jin sighs and nods.
Soo Jin: Fine. It's a small price to pay for no one else knowing my real name. Also, here's you cell back.
Crystal: Huh? I didn't notice when you took it. What did you need it for?
Soo Jin: I programmed Jake's and Jason's numbers into it.
Crystal: WHAT?
Soo Jin: I did the same with every one's phone, even D's.
Crystal lets out a sigh of relief.
Crystal: Oh. You scared me for a second. Wait... when are you returning the phones?
Soo Jin: I'll return them A.S.A.P. the same way I got them.