Together at 18

Chapter 20: Teen Choice

Mitchie's Point of View

It was now September 15th the Thursday and I just got home with Lisa and Caitlyn after a major shop. We had to get dresses, shoes and jewellery for Saturday, the teen choice awards that I was so excited for. I even found the perfect dress for my performance that Savannah wanted me to purchase, so it was good. I smile looking at the girls and laugh as we walk up the stairs and we walk into my room dropping our bags upon my bed. Not that I cared I haven't really been sleeping there anyway. Well most thought I was. I usually always cuddling with Shane, just the way I enjoyed it.

"I love what I bought" I smile taking out some of my things starting to hang my dressed up and put our stuff away. "You girls can keep your stuff in here so the boys won't know what hit them when we get ready" I smiled

"Sounds good but I am not trying to impress Nate" Caitlyn said

"Right but you can still look stunning" I said striking a pose then taking my other dress, the one I was performing in, put it in a garment bag and hang it up. I would have to transport it early Saturday morning but wanted it to be in good condition, for little fabric, it was expensive.

"Thanks Mitch" Lisa said as her and Caitlyn started hanging up their dresses. We then put our jewellery away in my jewellery boxes and left my room. They went to their rooms as I went to Shane's to get ready for bed it now being 9. I knew he wasn't home yet as his car wasn't in the lane way. I knew they had a meeting with the record label today talking about the tour again. They had to make sure everything was going on as planned and they couldn't start it until 7:00 so unfortunately I would have to wait to jump into his arms.

I changed into my pyjama pants then a tank top and sat down on his bed turning his bed side lamps on. I closed my eyes laying my head back on the head board. I was tired. We got back Sunday at 6:00 and I was up 12 hours again after that heading to the studio on Monday. I have been recording every day and it is exhausting. We have recorded one song that took 4 days. I needed it to be perfect because it was a very important song to me. Today was the longest day though. I finished my voice tracks for Today was a Fairytale that was the song this week. I then was finished at 5:30 and the girls met me at the mall as I had driven to the studio, so we had two vehicles, but it was faster than coming back here and yeah you understand. We had shopped form 6-8:30 and I was dead tired. I grabbed a burger quickly and ate it as I drove home. I usually wouldn't do that but I was so hungry so I did just this once.

I open my eyes deciding I didn't want to fall asleep because I really wanted to see Shane. I was excited for tomorrow because I was done singing for the week and we only booked the studio for 5 hours to lay down some music for Crazier. Next week instead of just recording what we came here for and this is our song with the guys. I was going to record Crazier with Shane in the studio. I wanted him to hear it and I also think looking at him would help me because it was after all another song about him. So next week I will be spending every day almost all day with Shane and I was really excited for that.

I smile taking out my song book and laying it on my lap and looking over my songs. I was happy because I am done my song list for the record and I was finishing it and bringing it in tomorrow for Savannah to look over, she said she would probably approve it but she still wanted to look it over. I also had all my songs now printed off and in a binder with the list so she can look over them for good. I was happy because we had 3 more weeks and hopefully finishing most or all of it. The last week before we left again we were also releasing Barefoot Cinderella.

I smile reading over crazier and humming a tune to it. I had an idea in my head so I was going to play on the keyboard and then the band would help me figure it out. We would all figure it out and put a good tune for it. We needed to finish it so I could record it for Shane. I was really excited that I could. I was sure he would enjoy it, he likes all my songs and I think this explained a little more how much I loved him. He really made me crazy in love.

I heard the door downstairs open and I put my book away. I smile hearing his voice travelling up the stairs. He was so close. I continued sitting on his bed waiting for him to come in. He walked in probably figuring I would be in my room. I heard him walk to his bathroom and watched as he took off his shirt stretching his back, muscles flexing and I was putty on his bed. He was so sexy

I giggle silently to myself. I hear him use the bathroom and then he comes out and sees me on his bed. "Babe" he smiles

"Hey love, surprise" I said smiling and he ran over jumping on his bed wrapping his arms around me and I let out a laugh.

"I missed you, how was your day" he asked yawning

"Good exhausting, as yours seems to be as well." I smile now curling up to him as he keeps me in his arms. He stands up pulling down the blankets then crawling in covering us up and I smile facing him lying on my side. He lies on his side facing me as well smiling at me.

I let out a small laugh as he starts playing with my fingers. "Yeah, I'm tired how was your shopping?"

"Successful and no you can't see them until Saturday night" I said and he pouted

"Please" He said giving me his famous puppy dog eyes

"Not this time Shane, trust me worth the wait" I said

"Fine but the colour so I can match"

"Green" I said and he smiled

"My favourite and you look amazing in green"

"Yeah I knew that" I say yawning now curling up to him and close my eyes

"Let's sleep my love" He says stroking my hair and I smile as it calms me down. I soon feel myself drifting into a sleep as my head rise and falls with his chest as the sound of his heartbeat send me into dreamland.

It was now Saturday afternoon and I was just hopping into the shower. I would then be getting ready. The girls were showering as well, we all wanted to get ready together so we could wow the boys, it was always fun when you would come down the stairs and their eyes would brighten up.

Friday went well we got some good music for Crazier. I actually sang to myself as we did up the music. It was almost similar to what I wanted so it was the track we would be using which was great for recording next week as Shane could watch me. Last night Shane and I had a date in the house. We ordered Pizza and made popcorn and got lots of candy. He grabbed some beer which I was having some. There was something about pizza and beer that made it taste better. We then sat in the theater and just spent the night together watching movies. He locked the door and we told everyone it was our night. We finally went to bed around 3 and we woke up about 5 hours ago as it is now 1:30. We had rehearsals this morning, well I did and it worked alright the first run through so we came home and slept for another hour. The night though was really fun and I loved our dates even if they were as simples as movies at home.

I hopped out of the shower wrapping a towel around my body and walking over to my closet. I slipped on my bra and panties then a pair of booty shorts. I tied up my hair in a messy bun and placed all my make-up I was going to use on my vanity. Soon I heard footsteps.

"You decent" I heard Lisa call

"Yeah" I called and I turned around to see her walking in with a make-up case and Caitlyn soon followed. Lisa was in the same outfit I was but with yoga pants instead of shorts. Caitlyn was in pyjama pants and a tank top. She looked nice in a bikini but still she was insecure about her body but we just let her be. We moved the chair out of the way and we locked my door, hooking up my iPod, going into my closet and crowding around my vanity as we started our make-up. My body was shaking, butterflies in my stomach, I knew I was definitely excited and nervous but it was an amazing feeling

Soon enough we are all done our make-up and start on our hair. I helped Caitlyn straighten her normal curly hair. We then pushed it back with a gorgeous head band that matched her dress. It was almost like a tiara she would look like a princess, we all would, and no girl didn't like that. Lisa and Caitlyn worked on Lisa's hair as I decided what I would be doing.

I finally decided to leave it slightly curly and down. I had to lay down during my performance for a few minutes so it would just get ruined if I did anything fancy. I brushed it out and curled it a little the dampness holding the curls in place. I smiled liking it and let it fall over my ears as well as my back. I think I looked good. My make-up and hair done, I loved it. Me and the Girls all lined up and took a picture of our faces. It had taken a long time but we were happy with the outcomes, now for our dresses.

Caitlyn slipped into her yellow dress. It was a halter top that slimed at the waist then flowed out just past her knees. It fit her perfectly. The silver in the headband stood out more against the gorgeous yellow. She slipped on white strappy sandals and got a white clutch. She looked amazing with her straight hair to her shoulders.

I smiled turning to see Lisa looking amazing in her red dress. That was Jason's favourite colour and she suited it perfectly. Her dress had thicker straps but it had a V in the back revealing her back. The front neck was a bit of a V but not enough to show anything. She was so lucky her boobs were so perky she couldn't wear a bra but even though the dress held her perfectly and it went to her knees. She was wearing black heels and carrying a black clutch. We were dressed up pretty good for the teen choice awards but these were dresses we would just wear because they weren't that extravagant, just sounded it.

I smiled as I looked at myself in the mirror as I slip my dress on. It was a deep forest green, Shane's favourite colour. It also brought out my hair a little more. It was a strapless dress that had a corset top that hugged my torso and fell loser around my hips to just above my knees. I had some cleavage showing but not an excessive amount. It was just a fact of life, girls had boobs and no-one could help it. It wasn't an offensive amount just you could tell I clearly wasn't flat. I giggled at my thoughts and smiled at my hair and grabbed my black sandals that I could easily walk in. I smiled knowing my other dress and white sandals where back stage for my performance. I smiled grabbing my clutch slipping my phone inside it and lip stick. I fastened my necklace around my neck and added bangles and my charm bracelet to the wrist opposite my watch which I never take off unless I am swimming, sleeping or in the shower. I smiled as I grabbed my camera looking at the girls.

We all took pictures again then left our room. We heard the boys down stairs. We all smiled and called we were coming. Lisa following Caitlyn as I followed last we slowly made our way down the stairs to meet the boys, I was more excited than ever to see Shane's reaction when he would see me.

"Wow someone has legs" Nate said as I saw Caitlyn set foot on the ground and walked over as they all hugged her and she stood beside Nate. We were hiding behind the second set of stairs so they couldn't see us until we were walking down towards them. Lisa gave me a smile and turned the corner. I smiled and peeked around the corner seeing her walk down the stairs and Jason went to the end of the stairs taking her hand, giving her a kiss on the cheek and walking to stand beside Shane, my turn!

I smile turning the corner and smiled seeing Shane's eyes go a little wide a goofy smirk across his face. He was definitely undressing me with his eyes. I knew him way to well. I took a few slow steps taking him in. He was in dress pants with shoes then a button up green top that he looks dashing in as his raven black hair was its straight self. It looked amazing it looked like he ran his hands through it. I wanted to as my hand itched to do so.

I smiled as I got close and he walked up to the stairs. He took my hand as I reached him and brought me in for a loving kiss as I kiss him taking the chance to quickly run my hand through his hairs then pull back.

"Speechless" He said and I blushed hugging him again.

Shane's Point of View

As she hugged me again with her cheeks rosy I almost lost it. She was the most beautiful woman I have ever seen in my life. Sure I have seen her undressed and in comfortable clothing and she was stunning in all but I was floored at this. I've never seen her totally dolled up but I was not complaining. The dress complimented her features and hair so well as well as her brown eyes that were sparkling like diamonds to me. They were always so easy to get lost in. I was lost for words as I relished in her hug as I pulled back smiling my best smile for her.

"You are the most beautiful woman in the world" I said kissing her quick

"You look amazing and so handsome" She said and I chuckled

"You haven't seen me in a tux yet" I said and she giggled now taking my hand

"Alright lovers, let's get into the limo we have to get to the red carpet on time" Nate said opening the door. We all walked out as he entered last and we climbed into the limo taking seats on the leather benches. The limo for this was amazing Mitchie was in awe. It had a huge TV on the one side beside one of the doors. Between the two doors was a bench, on the side opposite the TV and another one across form the one between the doors further into the limo. Mitchie and I shared the far own as we were out last, behind Nate, Caitlyn, Lisa and Jason. We had all been to the awards before but Mitchie seemed shaky.

"You okay" Shane whispered

"Nervous" She said and I nodded

"I will be right beside you, my arms around your waist. We will have to stop to sign autographs take pictures just like concerts. We also stop for quick interviews and such, not long. 20 minutes then we will be inside." I said

"Okay, you are beside me I will be fine" She said and I kissed the side of her head. We were just about to arrive. Nate turned on the TV to see our cue as the reporters would be announcing the next limo. Nate was first to go out.

"Alright the next limo had just arrived, everyone get ready for connect 3." The TV said and we heard screams from outside. Mitchie laughed as the driver open the doors and flashes were consuming our sights.

We move closer and I can now hear the introduction. We made our way outside. "Now the final member, Shane Gray" He said and I got out holding Mitchie hands "And is gorgeous girlfriend Miss. Mitchie Torres" The reporter said and She came out with a huge smile and we all started making our way down the carpet.

She kept close to me as I had my arm around her constantly. We smiled for pictures along the wall with the sponsors. We all did some alone as together and all the girls then all the guys and a few of the four of us. We signed some things for our fans and took fast pictures as much as we could as more people arrived and we got closer to being inside. I was really impressed how Mitchie adapted as she seemed to be having an amazing time. I was glad, the way she sang, she would have to get used to this.

We all joined up and the six of us went onto a platform with Entertainment Tonight for an interview. "Connect 3 and their amazing date's tonight" The interviewer named James said

"Now we heard that you three aren't performing this year, any reason for that"

"We weren't chosen this year to perform, the list of who are performing is an amazing group of artists sure to give a great show" Jason said

"We are presenting an award however, the award actually for new breakout artist" Nate said

"Anyone you want to see win that category"

"They are all deserving and we will see what the teens decided later on" Nate answered again

"We are just happy to be invited back and nominated in 3 categories together and me and Nate in 4 we are honoured. It is amazing to see how the fans choose and we wish all the best to the other artist's as well, all of them deserve to be nominated for their categories."

"Anything to add Mitchie"

"These guys are amazing people and performers. They definitely deserve the nominations they have be given. I am just honoured to be here at the rewards and who knows maybe one day I will be here for a nomination"

"I have no doubt we will be seeing you back here either, we heard there is a surprise performances, rumours have been floating around it would be you can you tell us anything about that, or if it's true."

"Honestly, we will just have to wait and find out"

"Alright thank you all so much for your time and all the luck on your nominations tonight." I watch as he turns to the camera as we step down and more get up for their interviews.

"That was perfect Mitch" I heard Nate say while squeezing her elbow lightly as she smiles. Together we all make our ways into the venue and walk down to our seats. Mitchie, Myself, Nate and Caitlyn sat on the one couch. Jason and Lisa sat upon the one in front of us with Lucy Hale and Ashley Benson from Pretty Little Liars, which was nominated for a show, which they deserved as well.

We all waited anxiously as the rest of our fellow nominees, and guest then the audience filed in. Soon enough the host was up and the show got started, I was hoping this would be another night of amazing memories we would all share, Mitchie especially, her first award show and performing, it was amazing for her and I would not want to be beside anyone else more deserving of performing on the stage in front of me.

We watched the award show and it was amazing and we weren't even half-way through it yet. Taio Cruz and Katy Perry had performed already and they had been amazing. Katy sang teenage dream and we all danced to it, which was really fun. I was excited now because the next award was Best Male performance. Both Nate and I were nominated for this against each other but either way we were happy, even if neither of us won, again an honour to be nominated.

"Now Kristen Stuart and Kellan Lutz" the announcer called and we all cheered as they made it to the podium.

"Well this is an amazing feeling" Kristen spoke "Don't you think Kellan"

"Definitely it is another honour to be back and nominated as well. As actors we know how much we have to put into a performance to make it real but we get many chances to get it right"

"Performers on stage such as dancers and singers get that one shot live, so the nominees for best male performance on stage are"

"Nate, Connect 3" Kellan said as the crowd went crazy the screen showing a view of Nate form this concert

"Justin Bieber" Kristen called showing a picture with some more screams.

"He takes it" Nate whispered and I nodded laughing

"Jay Sean" Kellan announced

"And Shane Gray, Connect 3" Kristen called and Mitchie cheered loudly with other audience members.

"If Justin doesn't win this one I will be devastated" Kellan said pretending to sweat and laughs erupted.
"The winner is…" He continued about to unroll the towel that said it.

"SHANE GRAY, connect 3" Kristen called as Kellan turned it around.

I stood up and gave Mitchie a quick kiss as I high fived some of the other performers and Shook Justin's hand as I headed up to the stage. I gave Kellan a hand shake and hugged Kristen giving her a kiss on the cheek. I got the surfboard and stood at the microphone.

"This is amazing. I need to thank the nominees for sure, they are all amazing. Nate, you deserve this just as much as I do right now. I honestly thought Justin had this, so this is a surprise. Thanks to the record label, my band, my friends Caitlyn, Lisa, my family and Mitchie my love all for you. You guys, the fans are amazing and make all this worth it, we do this for you, thank you" I finished and walked off with my surfboard to the back past stage as other presenters come out. I finally got back to my seat and hugged Mitchie as she kissed me and we watched more of the awards.

Soon we had to get ready to present and Mitchie and to go get dressed. During a commercial we all went backstage and Mitchie was ushered off to get ready. We presented our awards and the winner was, surprise, surprise Justin Bieber. He was amazing and deserved it. There was another commercial and we went back to our seat because Mitchie was up next. I was standing up at the end of our couch because she would be coming near us and I was to twirl her, it was so cute. I smiled as we came back and Taylor Swift was standing on one side of the stage opposite Mitchie to introduce her.

"So it is now time for our surprise performance this evening. This artist is amazing at what she does even though she is new to it. I was asked to present or introduce an act and when I found out it was her it was an easy decision. She has just started an album, no released tracks but already a huge following. She was on a tour nominated for the best summer tour this night. I am most excited about this performance. So everyone give it together to the girl with Shane gray as a boyfriend, Mitchie Torres, with her soon to be single, Barefoot Cinderella" She shouted and we turned to the stage where spot light came on and it was amazing. I loved the introduction.

Mitchie was lying on a bed. The drums behind it as the other members of her band where to the side of it. The music starts and Mitchie sat up beginning to sing. She soon got off the bed and started walking down the stage singing. She looked beautiful in a light purple dress. It was thin straps and silk material that fell to her knees, she looked like she was ready for bed, other than her make-up and the while sandals that made her legs stand out. She was so hot I wanted to take her to bed. Damn my sex drive! She was definitely rocking it. The chorus in the middle she was walking through the audience. She reached me and I twirled her as she kept singing. She looked at me and made her way back to the stage continuing to singing. She got back towards the bed talking more of the words at the part walking closer to the bed sitting back on it her knees curled beside her. "No one will be as beautiful" She said fading her last note and laying down on the bed as the lights turn off. I was immediately back on my feet cheering as where others cheering and screaming for Mitchie. It was an amazing performance especially for her first time.

When Mitchie came back to the couch I gave her a huge hug which she definitely deserved. It was amazing as was she. I was so glad we decided to not attend after partied. The 6 of us were heading home to chill out together and celebrate, plus we were all pretty beat over the last weeks, I for one was still recovering on my sleep form tour as Nate and Jason seemed to be as well.

The rest of the awards so far went great. We ended up winning best male group and best group which was amazing. We didn't expect to come home with more than one at least. We lost hottie of the year to Robert Pattinson, but honestly we didn't mind. It was now the last award of the night was best summer tour and we were up for that.

Ashley Tisdale and Zac Efron, two amazing actors were now presenting it. They were very nice people actually but I was squeezing Mitchie's hand because I really wanted to win this one, it would mean so much. They announced the nominees and Mitchie squeezed my hand supportively as they were about to announce the winner.

"And the winner is…" Zac started

"Connect 3" Ashley shouted and confetti fell as Start this part off started playing and we all stood up. Mitchie gave me a quick kiss hugging me. I followed the guys walking with her.

"Shane" She said trying to let go

"You deserve this as much as we do" He said and I sighed gripping his hand walking up with him.

"Wow this is an amazing award to receive, we put these shows on for you and to get feedback in the form of a teen choice surfboard is more than enough" Jason said

"We thank all of you the fans for coming to see us, we love performing for you and voting for us, you are all amazing" Nate said

"We need to thanks everyone we thanked earlier, and Caitlyn our girl for helping produce our latest album and Lisa, Jason's amazing fiancée for the photographs but most off all, who my surfboard is going to, Mitchie Torres, for joining our tour, and choreographing our dances, you are truly the heart and soul to this tour, and never would've happened without our opening act, Mitchie Torres everyone." I said and watched her bush as we all applauded for her. We went off stage hugging each other as she hugged me and gave me a quick kiss. I know she was embarrassed but she really did deserve it.

When we get home we all change into our pyjamas and go to the theater to watch movies. We all just wanted to relax. We all curled up in the big comfortable lounge chairs and turned on movies. We all had popcorn and soda as it was the best combo for movies. The night was amazing and there was no better way to end it with all my friend, comfortably at home, watching movies and eating popcorn, with the woman I love, and will one day marry curled up in my arms.

A/N: So shorter chapter compared to the last few. I just really wanted to do that and let Mitchie perform, it wasn't the best chapter though but I think it was alright. The guys won and Mitchie rocked the house for sure and they needed the red carpet scene although it wasn't a huge deal. The next one is recording and a story of a dream being crushed that Mitchie gets involved in. Then the next one am interview with Ellen and Mitchie then off to Europe. And then the 23rd chapter of part 2 will be the 6 months, this story is coming closer to end but we still have a few chapters and an idea of what some of them are about. Anyone think they know what the 6 months surprise will be, it's pretty big. Let me know what you think of that and this chapter. Please read and review. Enjoy!