Chapter summery: We learn about Helga and her life as a stripper.

Fun fact: There are 18 different animal shapes in the animal cracker zoo.

Helga's P.O.V: Tonight was the big night. I could feel my heart beating as everyone was getting ready for the show. I had to admit I never thought I would end up like this. I thought I was going to end up being married to the love of my life, with children and some pets. But I guess things don't go as plan, as sadly as I wanted too.

Carl: Helga you're up next.

Helga: Okay, thanks Carl. Can you get Fatima? I need help getting on my outfit again.

Carl: Sure thing.

As Helga was turning back to look at the mirror she can still see Carl standing there watching her in the mirror reflection. Helga turns back to look at Carl.

Helga: Yes Carl?

Carl: Well, I was just wondering.. If you aren't busy-

Helga: I'm always busy Carl. For crying out loud I'm a stripper.

Carl: Yes- that's right… But I was just going to ask you out… on a date maybe…

Helga: Carl, that's so sweet.

Carl: I just want to hang out with you Helga. You're just so wonderful.

Helga: Thank you Carl, let me know when you want to hang out and we can talk about something.

Carl: Wow okay, I can't believe this is really happening.

Helga laughed as Carl went out of the room to grab Fatima. A few minutes later Helga and Fatima were chatting while Fatima was helping her get dressed. Helga and Fatima have known each other for 6 years now. When Helga's parents moved to live with Olga when Helga was 18 Fatima saw her sitting in a pizza shopping crying among herself. Fatima walked over to Helga and talked to her. Helga told her everything and Fatima lived with Helga in her parent's house and helped her out. When Helga turned 21 Fatima told her to work with her as a stripper Since Fatima was a fan favorite and everyone loved her Helga got the job immediately. So yes when Helga needed something Fatima was there for her in an instant, kinda like her other best friend Phoebe.

Fatima: He asked you out?

Helga laughing.

Helga: Yeah. Do you think I should go with him?

Fatima: What about who shall not be named?

Helga sighed, she hated when people brought him up. Even though it was years ago she still felt the pain she felt years ago when they first got together.

Helga: I'll always love him, but if it's not meant to be then maybe I should move on. He chose Lila over me anyway, now it's time for me to move on.

Fatima hugged Helga and kissed her forehead.

Fatima: I'm so proud of you love, I'm glad you're finally getting over that douche. Now let me finish your makeup.

Helga: Thanks babe, me too.

A few hours later as Helga was about to go on stage she got a text message from Phoebe. Helga texted Phoebe back telling her that she'll call her later when she gets back from work. Phoebe was the only one who knew about her life now. She lost contact with everyone after high school. After her relationship ended with Him she stopped talking to everyone expected for Phoebe.

Fatima: Are you still nervous?

Helga: Just a little bit.

Fatima: Girl you have been doing this for 2 years now.

Helga: I know, I know, I know. I just have a bad feeling about tonight.

Fatima hugs Helga.

Fatima: Don't worry, you'll be fine love.

Helga: Thanks Fatima. I really don't know what I'd do without you.

Helga is waiting backstage with Fatima waiting for her turn to go on stage.

Outside the building:

Arnold: Come on Gerald, do you really think a strip club is the best way for a guy to celebrate a proposal?

Gerald: Trust me Arnold, this is what every guy does after he proposes to a girl.

Arnold: What if Lila finds out?

Sid: Then you'd be in trouble.

Arnold: I can't do this shit. You know she gets crazy jealous.

Gerald: Man fuck her. Let's just enjoy some hot strippers. It your night soon, you should enjoy it.

Sid: And besides Lila isn't all that innocent either.

Everyone started to laugh a bit then Arnold stopped laughing mid way.

Arnold: Wait what do you mean Lila isn't all that innocent either.

Sid just shrugged his shoulders and continued to walk ahead of Arnold and Gerald. Meanwhile Arnold and Gerald looked at each other and caught up to Sid.

Arnold, Gerald and Sid checked in with the bodyguard and went inside the building to have a seat. Arnold had a bad feeling about tonight. He's never been the one to enjoy watching females getting paid to be basically naked, it just felt wrong of him. He always thought that stripping was stupid and it shouldn't be a thing. But this is what Sid wanted to do ( even though it was Arnold's night) so Arnold would try to have a good time.

Backstage with Helga:

Carl: Fatima, someone wants a lap dance.

Fatima: Go give them one then Carl.

Carl: Fatima, you're the dancer not me (laughs)

Fatima: Ugh fuck. Okay I'll be there.

Fatima turns to Helga and hugs her.

Fatima: You got this love. I believe in you.

Fatima runs off with Carl leaving Helga alone. Helga sighed while checking her phone, only 2 more hours unless someone wants a private lap dance. Then it will only be 4 more hours. She wanted to get home immediately to take off her outfit. Helga was wearing a pink tight leotard that showed off her curves. In the middle there was a v shaped line that showed her boobs. Helga was also wearing 5 inch heels that showed her toes. Helga hated wearing the costumes but it's the only easy way to make money for her. Helga sighed as her gut continued telling her that tonight was indeed going to be the worse night.

Announcer: Let's give it up for bluebird yawl. It was her first night and she absolutely killed it.

Everyone claps.

With Arnold

Arnold: So all we do is watch these females dance naked?

Sid: Pretty much. I might bag me one of them.

Gerald: Sid you got a whole girl. What the fuck are you talking about?

Sid: I can't ask for a blow-

Arnold: Maybe I should go home…

Sid: Arnold sit the fuck down. We are having fun.

Arnold rolls his eyes and sits down again.

Backstage:

Carl: You ready?

Helga: Yes.

Carl: You look nice tonight.

Helga blushes while rubbing her arm.

Helga: Thanks.

Announcer: Now welcoming a fan favorite, Lady Pink!

Helga: I got this.

Helga puts on her pink feathery mask on that covers her eyes. She then went out on the stage and began to do her dance. She walked around the pole and started to spin around it. She then grabbed the pole and began to spin around it.

With Arnold and his crew:

Sid: Damn that girl got some moves.

Gerald: Eh, she's okay

Arnold: She's beautiful.

Sid and Gerald looked at Arnold confused as Arnold as Arnold continued watching Helga on stage dancing. A few minutes later Helga was done on stage and she went backstage to find Fatima. After a few minutes of looking for her she eventually found her.

Fatima: Hey love. You did good tonight.

Helga: Thanks, how was your dance?

Fatima: It was good. He paid me 100 dollars an hour.

Helga: So how much?

Fatima: 200 dollars.

Helga: You danced for 2 hours?

Fatima: Hey girl, a grind is a grind.

Helga: Yeah you're right.

Suddenly Carl came running to find Helga.

Helga: Carl are you okay?

Carl: Someone requested you for a lap dance.

Fatima: Alright, I'm on my way.

Carl: No not you Fatima. Helga.

Helga: Me?

Carl: Yes. C'mon.

Helga looked at Fatima with a confused expression.

Fatima: Don't worry love, you'll kill it.

Helga smiled at Fatima.

Fatima: Don't forget to use your sexy voice.

Helga: I won't.

Carl led Helga to the private she got to the private room the walls were a goldish yellow color with purple seats made out of velvet fabric. Then She looked at the chair to see who she was dancing for. When she saw who she was dancing for she could feel her heart drop.

Sorry this chapter is short lmaooo stay tuned for next chapter :)