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Chapter 13 "Damage Control"
Arizona's POV
To say it's been hectic these past few days is the understatement of the year. Paparazzi have been ruthlessly hounding Callie everywhere. I have seriously considered hitting some of the idiots with a brick. I can see the huge amount of stress this has put on her, and its killing me. I want to be there for her every second of every day, but with the bloodsucking photographers watching her every move, it's been nearly impossible to see her outside of the studio. Not how I pictured our first few days of living together to go, especially because I can't actually move in until everything comes out.
Callie and I talked the other night about how we should go about everything. I honestly could care less, id like to grab Callie in front of all the cameras, and kiss the hell out of her. But like Callie pointed out, it could just egg them on even more and make life extremely difficult for us. When my story broke about me being Gay it wasn't a huge shock, I sort of eased into the lime light. I definitely get noticed a lot more, and my face appears in the magazines, but ive been lucky and it hasn't been negative at all. Calliope is going through a much harder time, she was already wildly popular, people recognized her everywhere, but now she is the story everyone wants.
We decided it would be best if we had control over telling the public. Callie suggested we go back on Private Session, but I didn't really think we needed to do it that way. Telling people about our relationship isn't something I feel like we have to announce, I think we should just let it naturally play out. We debated over a few different options and then finally a text from Shonda decided it for us. Addison Montgomery was coming to do on- set interviews for our upcoming winter finale, Callie and I both knew we could address it that way.
I'm pretty sure Callie told Addison already that the infamous "she" was me, but she trusts Addison completely and that's good enough for me. Addison has been around the studio and has already talked to most of the cast. These interviews are recorded and she will show them on her show tomorrow. I have no clue what she is going to ask me, or even what exactly Callie was going to say, but she just finished her interview and now it's my turn.
I can't help but be excited when I walk into the little room they have set up for us and see Addison Montgomery sitting there. I have watched her show for years and I can't believe im actually going to talk to her. She is gorgeous in a tight fitting navy dress and nude stilettos, her hair is pulled up into a pony tail, and I suddenly feel very dumpy in my scrubs. There is an empty chair directly across from her and one lone camera man.
Addison looks up from the papers and greets me with that famous smile. "Well, hello there Arizona Robbins, we my friend, have some things to talk about!" She sticks out her hand and I instantly shake it while taking my seat across from her.
"Yeah, im super excited to meet you, ive been a fan for years!" I know im coming on super strong, but it's like someone just took a kid to Disney Land for the first time, and told them to just have at it! Addison raises an eyebrow and then just gives a soft laugh. "Thank you, that's very sweet, and I must say you are my favorite doctor on the show. Don't tell anyone though; they all think I don't play favorites." I laugh and promise that her secret is safe with me.
We talk for a few more minutes and then she puts her papers down and a lady comes in and touches up our makeup. She tells the camera man she's ready and then its show time…..
The Next Day
Callie's POV
Im chewing my nails, it's a nasty habit I know, but im really nervous, so here I am chewing my nails. Arizona walks into my trailer, and the sight of my unbelievable, breathtaking, girlfriend calms every nerve in my body. That dimpled smile gives me life. "I brought coffee for you, a doughnut for me, and what am I forgetting?" Arizona playfully looks around while putting her things down on the table. "Oh yeah, and a kiss for my girl." She leans down and gives me a small peck, but that isn't enough for me and I grab her jacket and pull her in for a much more intimate kiss.
"Mmmm, I miss this." I haven't been able to spend real alone time with Arizona in 4 days and its making me crazy, not good crazy, this is scary crazy. Asking her to move in with me, and then not getting to even see her outside of work has been Hell. "Mmm, I bet I know what else you miss." I pull Arizona down onto my lap but she pulls away and grabs the remote to the small flat screen we all get with our trailers.
"Calliope, we can't the show is coming on." Arizona moves and sits beside me on the couch while turning the tv on. We had our interviews on set yesterday with Addison, and ive been very nervous to see how Arizona will react, and to see what she said. I don't think I have anything to worry about, but ive never talked about someone ive dated to the media before. Its kinda scary.
My sister and my parents have been trying to reach me, but im just not ready for that conversation yet. I will call them back soon, I will, I just don't know that it's something that can be said over the phone. Although, them finding out from my exclusive interview isn't ideal either. I look over and see Arizona smiling and singing along to Addy's theme music, its annoying how adorable she is. God help me.
The show has saved our two interviews for last, most likely for suspense. Mine is up first and I just keep my eyes locked on the screen, im too nervous to chance a glance at Arizona yet.
Callie's Interview
"So Callie that was some way to end the show last week, our viewers have been going crazy!"
"I know, I know. That is not how I expected that to happen (Laughs)."
"Well, we now have had to assume that you did mean 'she', is that something you want to speak about?"
"If you would have asked me 6 months ago, I would have said absolutely not. It's funny how things happen, one day you are alone, the next you literally run into your soul mate. The Universe is crazy, and completely random."
"So you have found your soul mate? And this soul mate is indeed a female?"
"Yes, I think I have. I mean it's still new and fresh, and you still have firsts"
"Firsts? You gotta help me out Cal im lost. (Laughs)"
"We still have so many first things to do together, but that doesn't make what I feel for her any less real. It may have happened fast, but that's my idea of a soul mate. When you find them you just….you know."
"I have known you for years, Callie Torres, and I have never heard you talk like this. It must be love, and I am very happy for you. No one deserves it more. So, will you tell everyone who the lucky lady is?"
"I didn't want to come out and make some formal statement about our relationship, because it is our relationship. Surgeons is a job, I go to work everyday like everyone else. I understand that it isn't exactly like everyone else's work day, but my point is this: My job puts me in the public eye and im s,o out of my mind happy, its what I get to do everyday, but my relationship is for me, and for Arizona, and I just would love that people can respect that."
"I know our viewers are nothing short of ecstatic that you have found love Callie, and for the viewers at home that don't get to have all the inside scoop like me. She IS my best friend and all guys (Laughs), but she is talking about the wonderful newest addition to the Surgeons family, and might I add, on-screen lova, Arizona Robbins. What will you say about her?"
"Well, I will just say that there isn't a better human being on this planet in my eyes. So much of my life is in the public eye that I want to have this for just us. I appreciate all of our fans and I thank everyone for even caring about us at all."
I finally take a chance and look over at Arizona, her hand is covering her heart. When she turns to look at me I know I had nothing to worry about, she has the biggest smile I have ever seen on her face. "Wow." I reach over and grab her hand I don't have time to say anything because its her turn.
Arizona's Interview
"The newest member of the Surgeons family is here with us, Miss Arizona Robbins, and let me just tell you, you quickly shot to the top of the list with our viewers. They love you!"
"Aww, thank you, and I love them! This has been an amazing gift I love working here so much."
"What was it like your first day on-set, I remember how overwhelming everything was at first. It can be intense."
"Yeah, yeah it can be, but everyone was so welcoming on the cast, and Shonda is amazing, as well as the crew, so it wasn't too overwhelming."
"I know that there are very long days on the set, how do you spend your time in between scenes?"
"Well im very much a busy body (Giggles) I like to go see whats at the craft services table, or maybe watch someone else do a scene. I really like to move around the studio."
"We just sat down with Callie and she had a lot to say about you, what was it like when Shonda told you who your love interest was going to be? Were you surprised?"
"I definitely was shocked, like I think all the viewers were. I didn't know anything until a week before I was to show up. I really admire the decision, to put two strong female characters in a relationship, and have it be, really just about these two wonderful people, who happen to be gay, or bisexual. Shonda really is amazing, and Callie is a dream to work with."
"Well, now that we all know you and Callie are together, can you tell us anything about my super private friend?"
"(Giggles) I'm not sure 'she' would like that (Giggles), but I will say that I have never been this happy, ever. She makes my day a little better, every second she continues to be mine. It may have been fast, but I have always believed, when you know, you just…know."
I don't even listen to Addison closing the show, I am too busy staring at Arizona. I have never had this overwhelming feeling of unconditional love for someone. I love her so much it hurts, physically hurts to be away from her. I really feel like I could just ask her to marry me right now, and not think twice. Although lack of a ring, and the reality of that being a huge mistake this soon, snaps me back.
Arizona has her nervous smile on and I know she isn't sure what im thinking. "Arizona, I just, I really love you." It's simple but it's all I need to say. A huge grin is all I get back before she pulls me in for sweet and loving kiss. "I really love you too, Calliope." "Can we go get your things and officially move you in now, I cant wait another day." Arizona says yes and im dragging her across the parking lot. I see Bailey going into her trailer and I tell her we are leaving while dragging Arizona towards my car, I hear her mumble. "Like damn Rabbits." I roll my eyes but laugh at Arizona's cute giggle.
When we reach my car Arizona pulls her hand away sharply from me and I see her staring across the lot. I follow her gaze and see row after row of black SUVs with cameras coming from every window. Suddenly I remember something Arizona said to me a few days earlier i turn and see she is saying something to me.
"It's ok, I can take my car and meet you later tonight if you wa…" I don't let another absurd word, fall from Arizona's beautiful lips. I grab her right there in front of everyone, and kiss 'the hell out of her' while the cameras flash away.