Author: Sparkling-Diva
Rating: PG-13 (possibly more later)
Genre: Drama/Romance
Feedback: Yes! Please! But be nice!
Summary: Vincent Gray, now 33, is at a depressing stage of his life. When he meets a young girl, his life will change forever.
Disclaimer: I do not own anything related to the show Judging Amy whatsoever and in no way am I affiliated with it.
Author's Note: New York, New York! Yeahy!
Chapter 35"I can't believe I'm in New York," Laura exclaimed as she entered the hotel room, "I've always wanted to come here since I was a little girl."
"Talking about living your dreams," Vincent said turning on the light. "Oh my gosh," he said as he looked around the room. It was immensely huge with a fireplace, a living room, a media area, and kitchen.
"Excuse me," a hotel worker said as he came in and placed down the suitcase.
"Vincent…" Laura started, "I think they were right when they said that your agent had connections."
"I think that they were too," Vincent choked in awe.
"You're room service menu," the hotel worker said handing it to him. "The mini-bar is free for your case. There is also a TV Guide so you may watch whatever you wish."
"Thank you."
"There's also today's newspaper on the table if you'd like. Now, please excuse me," he said leaving.
"Is this what they mean when they say living the Hollywood dream," Laura said flipping some pages in the newspaper.
"Apparently."
"Oh my gosh!"
"What?" Vincent asked alarmed.
"You're book is in the top 100!"
"What?" he asked.
"This hype that you're in town might have something to do with it but you're in the tops Vincent!"
"Let me see that," he said taking the newspaper and seeing it for himself, "I can't-I can't believe this!"
"You made it Vincent! You did it!" Laura said with tears of joy.
"Here's a review."
"Want me to read it?"
"Yeah. I don't think I can take any more excitement now."
" 'In follow up, to his previous novels A Time of Luck and Kindness and The Fortunate Son, Vincent Gray has been able to genuinely master a full emotional and heart-gripping history of a family's triumph in his brand new book. A definite must have as well as a promising future career in store.' "
"This can't be happening," Vincent said leaning back on the couch.
"It is, Vincent. It's happening."
"I…" Vincent said sitting down to take a deep breath.
Laura sat next to him and smiled, "Vincent, congratulations. You're living your dreams."
"I just-."
Out of nowhere, Vincent quickly leaned forward and kissed her.
Suddenly realizing what he had done he let her go and said, "I'm so sorry."
"Don't be," Laura said straightening herself still a little surprised.
"I don't know what came over me. I really don't…"
"Vincent…"
"I'm going to go and unpack and get ready for tomorrow," he said heading to his room.
"Vincent?" Laura said with concern in her voice as he turned around to face her. "Things like this happen. It wasn't your fault. You just got over-excited. That's all. Congratulations, on your novel. You really deserved it."
Vincent was about to speak again when Laura indicated a hush, "I forgive you Vincent, okay?"
He just nodded.
She smiled and said, "You've got a big day tomorrow, Mr. Gray. Go on and practice for your interview. I took a few classes on communication and speech so if you have any questions come and ask me. I'll be happy to help. I'll be around here."
"Thanks," Vincent said with a sting of pain in his voice walking away.
It seemed the farther away he went, the more Laura's heart sank. That kiss didn't just mean "nothing" like she had just somewhat implied. It meant so much.
Laura quickly dried a tear from her eye.
Stop thinking like this, Laura, she told herself, He's been through so much including a divorce. He's probably still mourning. He doesn't need this.
She just sat there and stared down at the floor lost in a gaze of wonder all alone with only her suitcase beside her.