Smallll cliffy at the end, but you can probably guess. Also, apologies in advanced for the large amount of Alex, but it is her show and Ash is only guest staring. Hence the more Al than Ash. There will be a few parts to this and then more Spashley I promise.

Disclaimer: Don't own the SON things.

REVIEWERS:

manderz9489: Well, I hope the wait wasn't too long. Enjoy!

anon: Glad your enjoying Ardex. They can be a little volatile but they're cute most of the time.

idwalkthroughhell4u: Well, here's the start of the show. We'll see what happens with Ardex in the next chapter.

FumblingTowardsEcstacy: M'lady! I thought I had lost you. Yes, Arden is being a little grumpy, but its hard always beeing the bad guy in the relationship, or at least that's how she sees it. They're all kind of always everywhere and I can imagine the scenes with all of them and what they say, so it comes a bit easily for me. Much thanks, m'lady. Your Jester is working hard on getting these out. Oh, and I hope to see you update or start something soon.

Songs Used: Kiss Me- Ed Sheeran, Blame it on the Changes- Dashboard Confessional

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The Viewing Part Uno

As the theme music plays and Wiles dims the lights to her home theatre, I feel Spencer grasp my hand and I glance over at her. I can see her smile illuminate in the screen light. She flips up the armrest and tugs me over to her. I lay out across her lap as I face the screen seeing Alex, Nikki's, and other various faces flash by. Then my name, as well as Athena and Eric's fade in and out as the beginning starts.

I'd rather not bore you with the details, but Alex and Nikki per usual are fighting over something stupid, but eventually start making out. I glance over in Arden's direction where she's still seated in Coop's lap. She still seems unfazed by everything. She's probably used to the on screen relationship of Nalex (or my favorite, Alikki…god I'm childish) by now. Coop seems to only be focused on Arden's reactions and doesn't even glance at the screen.

I snuggle closer into Spencer's embrace, knowing that my acting debut is up soon.

Clusmsy Love Scene

"Nikki, you didn't tell me who this infamous Mandy is that's got you all riled up. If I didn't trust you so much I'd be jealous." Alex pokes fun at her as they enter the club.

"Nothing to worry about babe." Nikki chuckles and gives her a small peck."Mandy's just a girl I was friends with in high school.. She's cool, you two would get along great, actually. She's just about as goofy as you. Plus you two can spazz over music."

"Hey, no making fun of my human ipod-ness." Alex pouts with a smirk.

"What? I would never…" Nikki says dramatically. "Come on, goof. Let's get a good spot."

Cuts in to backstage with Mandy staring at herself in the mirror. "Well, this is going to be interesting. I just have to get through this."

"Mandy, Nikki's here, and she's brought a woman that can hold my attention any day." A guys voice says from outside her dressing room.

"Jason! Don't even think about it. It's her girlfriend. Man-whore." Mandy calls out and Jason peeks his head in the room.

"Whatever, you're on in five, babe."

Mandy groans, "Managers."

Cut back to Alex and Nikki who are joking with each other. "Hey guys," Mandy's voice rasps out. "I'm Mandy Musgrave and I'll be playing you guys a little something, tonight." The crowd goes wild. Nikki's eyes shoot up to the stage and Alex raises a brow at the reaction. Nikki is obviously checking out the singer as she strums her guitar.

Settle down with me

Cover me up

Cuddle me in

Alex grabs her phone and holds it up to the performance. Nikki's obviously still staring at Mandy.

Lie down with me

And hold me in your arms

And your heart's against my chest, your lips pressed in my neck

I'm falling for your eyes, but they don't know me yet

And with a feeling I'll forget, I'm in love now

Kiss me like you wanna be loved

You wanna be loved

You wanna be loved

This feels like falling in love

Falling in love

We're falling in love

Settle down with me

And I'll be your safety

You'll be my lady

I was made to keep your body warm

But I'm cold as the wind blows so hold me in your arms

Oh no

My heart's against your chest, your lips pressed in my neck

I'm falling for your eyes, but they don't know me yet

And with this feeling I'll forget, I'm in love now

"Be right back babe," Alex says over the music to Nikki who nods. Alex walks off.

Kiss me like you wanna be loved

You wanna be loved

You wanna be loved

This feels like falling in love

Falling in love

We're falling in love

Yeah I've been feeling everything

From hate to love

From love to lust

From lust to truth

I guess that's how I know you

So I hold you close to help you give it up

So kiss me like you wanna be loved

You wanna be loved

You wanna be loved

This feels like falling in love

Falling in love

We're falling in love

Kiss me like you wanna be loved

You wanna be loved

You wanna be loved

This feels like falling in love

Falling in love

We're falling in love

The last notes strum out and Mandy sends a wink to Nikki. The crowd goes wild. "Thank you all, I've got another one for you coming right up." Nikki looks around for Alex who's on her cell phone by the entrance.

Nikki walks up to Alex, "Yeah, okay. See you soon, woman. Bye." Alex hangs up with a chuckle.

"Can't sit still for a second can you?" Nikki raises a brow at Alex who turns to face her. "More work, again?"

"No, actually. Just calling a friend." Alex snaps back. "And what should I sit still for, you oogling your 'high school' friend?"

"I was-"

"Totally checking her out." Alex replies with a smirk.

"Jealous?" Nikki challenges.

"Ha, actually no. Feel free to check other girls out. Doesn't bother me."

"Well maybe it should." Nikki pokes her in the chest lightly. "I'm your freakin' girlfriend if you don't remember. I would like to actually see you jealous and territorial for once. You act as if your indifferent to everything."

Alex replies with a shrug, "I know you love me."

"Is it enough, Al?"

"Excuse me," Jason walks up to the bickering pair. "Hey, I'm Jason, Mandy's manager. Once her last song is over, feel free to stop by the lounge and talk. She's been excited all day over you showing up." He smiles at Nikki, before turning is attention to Alex. "I'm sorry, I didn't get your name."

"Alex," She smiles at him and shakes his hand. He takes the moment to check her out a bit, which doesn't go unnoticed by Nikki.

"Nice to meet you both. I'll see you later." Jason walks off.

Nikki growls in her throat, "Al, he was totally checking you out in front of me."

Alex shrugs, "He has good taste." She flashes a smile and Nikki swats her arm.

"I'm glad this is just one big joke to you. I'm glad you find our relationship hilarious."

"Nik, baby, come on." Alex pulls her close. "You know I love you."

"Do I?" Nikki challenegs.

"Alex Carter! " A voice calls out.

"Lena! You made it. Just in time for the final song!" Alex wraps her arms around Lena in a close embrace. "Thanks for showing up."

"Pft, and miss this, I don't think so, Alex."

"Lena, this is Nikki, my girlfriend." She introduces the two.

"So good to finally meet you." Lena gives her a genuine smile.

"I've maybe heard your name once or twice. And I frankly don't care"

"Nikki!" Alex reprimands.

"Whatever." Nikki walks off towards the VIP lounge area.

"Don't mind her, we're just having an argument. Ready to see the talent, producer? Look on stage."

Mandy speaks into the mic, "Last song for tonight." Awws come from the crowd. "I know, I know. I'm sorry. Have a great night guys."

I lay down, I cant sleep

My mind drums on repeat

I stare at the ceiling from my side

I reach out you're right there

But you're lost in the details

I wait for the end of a long night

You can blame it on the changes

I can take it any way it is

Just got lost but we both found

We need this more than ever can

You take it can we save it

Sink our teeth in tear away at it

Can we hold out can you hold on

Cause I need you more than you know now

We play like we don't know

We both lie but we don't show

That something is changing between us

We start out in one lane the same road

The same name but something we cant see divides us

You can blame it on the changes

I can take it any way it is

We just got lost but we both found

We need this more than ever

Can you take it can we save it

Sink our teeth in tear away at it

Can we hold out can we hold on

Cause I need you more than you know now

Cause I need you more than you know now

Cause I need you more than you know now

Don't run away cause I need you more than ever now

Don't run away cause I need you more than ever now

You can blame it on the changes

I can take it any way it is

We just got lost but we both found

We need this more than ever

Can you take it can we save it

Sink our teeth in tear away at it

Can we hold out can we hold on

Cause I need you more than ever,

Cause I need you more than you know now

"Thank you all for coming out tonight." Mandy exits the stage.

Cut back to Alex and Lena, "Wow, you were right." She says it with a little more admiration than professional.

"Of course." Alex gives her a wink. "Come meet her."

Wilder Theatre.

"Stretch break!" Wiley shouts and pauses the episode.

"Wiles, I need to know what happens." Brooke whines.

"You will, keep your pants on woman. It's just a non-stop episode on one of those weird HBO/Starz/Showtime Channels so it's really long and I think everyone would benefit a stretch. By the way, flawless acting Ash. Not bad, twin-in-law and geez Ath, hawt." Wiley wiggles her brows and Athena rolls her eyes.

I blush as the lights in the theatre light up. Spencer whispers in my ear, "Plus you singing in that leather pants and vest outfit was sexy." I feel a jolt of electricity that lands in the pit of my stomach at those words.

"Well, anyone up for a little drink break outside by the pool before finishing?" Bridget offers and pretty much everyone agrees. "Might as well make a night of it."

Everyone exits and heads out to the pool and surprise, surprise. Arden and Alex are fighting. Splash! Pool anyone?