Hey there everyone. How is everyone holding up?
Shoutout to all those who left a review, who have added this story to their faves & follows. It means the world to me.
SM owns all things Twilight…
No copyright intended on songs written in this chapter…
No copyright intended for the Late Late Show…
.
.
.
Bella:
"Guys, take a break while we reset." The music director yelled out to us.
I heard sighs of agreement. First thing I did was run to the food stand. I was starving but I grabbed a bottle of water first and carefully drank from it. I knew I would hear Alice's mouth if I were to mess up my makeup.
We have been in this studio for the past five hours, working different scenes to get our first music video done. Yup, I said it. Our first music video. I was excited to hear that we would be working on the video for Graveyard but I didn't realize that it was this much of hard work.
Stupid frilly dresses. Us females were in different frilly dresses. The guys had it so much easier with jeans and a shirt. The video is supposed to be scenes of us in a bedroom drawing then switching to a carnival, only to switch to water. Crazy right? I didn't come up with it. Pretty boring if you ask me. One more scene was left to re-shoot and then we would be done and I could get out of this nightmare of a dress.
Graveyard was already being requested on the radio. Our name was blowing up on Twitter. It was getting harder to go out in public without paparazzi everywhere. Yup, good thing we now had bodyguards. Even Alice needed a guard but that was partly her fault. She let it slip that she was my assistant.
After this, we had to go to the studio for the Late Late Show with James Corden where not only would he do an interview but we would also perform Graveyard. I loved his show. He always had me laughing so I knew that I wanted to do his interview first. Of course our bodyguards would be there as well.
That's another thing. My bodyguard. Why in the world did it have to be Edward who would get that task? It had been almost a week since the morning I woke up in Edward's arms. To say I was shocked would be an understatement. The fact that neither of us really knew why he was in my bed or why it felt so right. We were both still fully dressed so nothing of the sexual nature happened. At least we don't think anything did. No one else seemed to know why he ended up in my bed either. At least, that's what they are saying. I still think that maybe it was a set up by the little pixie.
.
.
.
"That's a wrap. Great job everyone. Congratulations on completing your first official music video for the album. Now I know you guys have your appearance on the Late Late Show today, so if James asks, the video will be available by the end of the month but do not give any details as to what it is. I like to keep everyone guessing." The director laughed.
Hugs and well wishes were passed around as we all laughed. Emmett, Garrett, and Edward meant us outside the dressing rooms and escorted us to the waiting truck. That was a nightmare in itself. Someone let it slip that we were there, but I couldn't tell you who it was.
"Jesus." I mumbled once we were in the car. "That's a little ridiculous."
Alec nodded his head. "I agree. I'm all for making music and shit but this is crazy."
Rose sighed. "Unfortunately guys, this is what we signed up for."
"No. I signed up for making music, and playing said music for people. I didn't sign up for paparazzi everywhere or to be stalked." I laughed.
"Where to now?" Asked Edward from the driver's seat.
"Food" We all yelled.
"Taco Bell it is." Garrett said.
Thankfully the windows were tinted so no one could see who was in the truck or so we thought. Emmett's body blocked everyone else's just by the way he was sitting in the middle row. Once the food was passed out, all that could be heard was everyone eating until there was an announcement on the radio.
"Turn it up."
The radio dj was speaking about us. What?
"We just got a report that Midnight Storm were spotted at Taco Bell in Seattle. It seems they like Taco Bell just as much as the next person." He laughed." But seriously, I would love to meet them. They seem like they are really down to earth."
"I agree Tom. They seem like they love what they are doing even if they are just starting out."
"They didn't just start out really. They have been making music and videos since they were young. The only difference now is that this is basically professional."
"This is true. So Midnight Storm, if you happen to hear this, we would love to have you all on the show sometime." The guy laughed.
"Wow. People are weird." Said Alice as she stuffed a taco into her mouth.
"No shit." Angela said.
"Alright so. Here's the game plan for today. We need to be at the Late Late Show studio at three. So we need to head to the airport now." Alice said. "Ladies, Kate and Jessica will meet us at the airport."
"Kate is great but do we need Jessica?" Asked Rosalie.
"What's wrong with Jessica?" I asked.
Rose sighed. "What isn't wrong with her? She talks too much, likes to gossip way too much for my liking. Plus, she stares at the guys a lot."
"I agree." Angela said, nodding her head.
Alice shook her head. "I will give her to the end of the month and see how it goes. If you still don't feel comfortable with her then I will talk to Aro and see what we can do. Worst case, Kate takes on more responsibility with you two."
"Fine with me." They both said.
I stopped listening to them and moved up next to Emmett who was too busy stuffing his mouth to pay attention to the talk around him. I leaned up in between the front seats.
"So guys. Do you have a favorite song on the album?" I asked.
"I do." Said Edward.
"I like two." Garrett said.
"Well? Don't be shy. Tell me." I laughed.
"I like She's Kinda Hot." Edward said. Garrett was still quiet about his choices.
"Really? We are performing that tonight along with Graveyard." I said. "But shush. It's a secret."
"Yeah really. Something about that song just hits right. It's hard to explain." He said.
"No, I get it. I was in a weird place when I wrote it." I replied.
Edward nodded his head. "You wrote a lot of songs huh?"
"Yup. I did." I smiled up at him in the mirror.
Garrett slapped his hands together. "I got it."
"Huh?"
"The songs I like"
"Well what are they?"
"I like Señorita and She's Kinda Hot." Garrett said.
"Nice. Jasper and I wrote Señorita. I wrote She's Kinda Hot." I laughed.
"Man, I can't wait for the album to drop. I want to listen to the whole thing without interruptions." Edward said.
"Agreed. It hits differently when you hear and see the finished product rather than just writing, designing, and performing it." I said. "I hope Alice doesn't make me look slutty tonight." I laughed.
"Oh please. She would never." Garrett laughed.
"She so would. You know our cousin. She would do it if she thought she could get away with it." Edward laughed.
"She's got no shame." I said leaning back into the seat.
.
.
.
"Oh my god. There they are. Jasper. Alec. Over here."
"Isabella. Look here."
Screaming could be heard throughout the whole airport as not only our own security rushed us through it but airport security rushed to us with their golf carts to help us move faster. We waved and smiled as we rolled by people. It was insane. No doubt that it was all over the web by now. Security took us to the back and out the back exit to another waiting truck. This time, we had a driver that was not one of our own. That made things so much easier when getting into the truck.
"I never thought it would be this insane just going from one place to another." Jasper said.
"No shit. Hopefully it will be easier once we are actually at the studio." Alec said.
"It should be. They have their own security plus, you need a ticket or pass to go inside. The driver will take us to the back and we will enter through there." Alice answered.
I have never been to a television studio before but I can say that it is nothing like a radio nor a recording studio. The people here were always in a rush. Rushing us from one place to another. The make up artist tried to give Alice and the girls a problem because they are the only ones who do our hair and makeup. Once that was taken care of, we had to go change into the outfit we were wearing to perform Graveyard. There was another outfit laid out for when we went out for the interview with James. Alice was trying to see if we could perform another song if we had time. Though I'm sure Rosalie could get us the time.
"Ready in five." Someone yelled through the door where we were all sitting.
"Okay guys. This is our first television performance. Let's give the people what they want." Jasper said, holding up his glass for a toast.
"Always."
There was a knock at the door then it popped open. "Everyone ready? James is about to announce you so lets get you to the stage area." The lady said.
"Alice. Did you go over the questions?" I asked as we walked out to the stage.
"Yes I did. I vetoed a few but otherwise they were mostly music related. They may try to smash in a question or two about you and Alec though so be prepared."
"You're the best. Did you know that?"
Alice smiled at me. "Of course." She answered with a flick of her imaginary hair.
"Everyone come in. Hands in. On three. One. Two. Three." I said.
"Always" We yelled together as we made our way to the stage to take our places.
"Okay ladies and gentlemen. I have a treat for everyone tonight. Here for the first time, performing their smashing hit single Graveyard. Here is none other than Midnight Storm." James yelled over the audience.
Wow. They are loud today.
Here we go I thought as the curtains opened. I am the only one with the light on me at the moment. I strum a few notes before I begin to sing.
It's crazy when
The thing you love the most is the detriment
Let that sink in
You can think again
When the hand you wanna hold is a weapon and
You're nothin' but skin
Oh, 'cause I keep diggin' myself down deeper
I won't stop 'til I get where you are
I keep running, I keep running, I keep running
Angela has joined me on her keyboard at this point as well as singing backup vocals as necessary.
They say I may be making a mistake
I would've followed all the way, no matter how far
I know when you go down all your darkest roads
I would've followed all the way to the graveyard
Just as I'm about to lay the next verse out, everyone begins to play their instruments and the lights go wild.
Oh, 'cause I keep diggin' myself down deeper
I won't stop 'til I get where you are
I keep running when both my feet hurt
I won't stop 'til I get where you are
Oh, when you go down all your darkest roads
I would've followed all the way to the graveyard (no, oh)
I'm amazed at how well everyone knows the words already. I took out one of my in-ear monitors so I could hear the audience. Even James was standing and singing. It was amazing.
Once we were finished and sent back to our dressing rooms to change, we went back behind the area where we would come out after James announced us.
"That was amazing guys." Alice rushed out as she tried to hug us all at the same time.
"Damn pixie. Relax." I laughed.
"Sorry. I can't help it."
"Ladies and gentlemen. The time has come for me to announce that awesome band who just performed. Give it up for Midnight Storm." James announced.
One by one, we exited. James shook hands with us as he gestured to us to have a seat.
"Welcome everyone." James said. We greeted him back. "That was an amazing performance. Were you nervous?"
"Yes and no for me. We have been performing since we were kids so it came naturally. Though, this is on television so yeah that made me nervous." I answered. The others nodded in agreement with me.
Jasper spoke next. "Nerves will always be there no matter where we play but they tend to disappear once we start playing."
"So I hear that you all just finished the video for Graveyard. How does that feel to have that finished?" James asked.
Rose spoke. "It feels amazing to have one less thing to worry about right now." She laughed as did James. You know that laugh he does? Yeah that one.
The questions flew fast after that until the video was brought up and was played for all to see. I laid my head in my hand trying not to laugh at the audience's reactions.
"Well now that was smoking. I do believe I'm about to ask a personal question and feel free to stop me at any time but Isabella, are you and Alec a thing?" James asked, raising his eyebrows. "Because as you know, you and Alec have quite a fan base already. Not that the rest don't but I'm sure there are a bunch of guys and gals who would be upset with your answer." He laughed.
We laughed with him as Alec answered. "No, that dance was a dance shared between two friends. Nothing more. Isabella and I along with everyone sitting here have been friends since we were kids. She's like a sister to me and I'm a brother to her."
"Isabella?" James asked.
"Alec is hundred percent right. That dance was just a dance shared between friends on our last night out before fame took over." I said with a shrug.
"There you have it. They are just friends so no hearts were broken tonight. Remember to pick up your copy of Midnight Storm's new album, in stores next week." James told the audience.
"Hey James. How about one more song?" Rose asked, flashing him a smile. The audience clapped and cheered.
James nodded as he spoke. "I think we can do that."
We went back to the stage area and got in our places. This next song is being sung by Jasper and Alec.
"Another song by Midnight Storm, although, I do not know what it is called since this wasn't planned so let's let them do their thing." James laughed.
I think Alice spoke with the people who control the lights and things because they were on point with us.
Someone switched my mic with Jasper's since he was in the front for this song. I took his spot. Jasper liked this song because there's more of the electric guitar in it.
Jasper stepped up to the mic and started to strum. Then the words followed.
My girlfriend's bitchin' cause I always sleep in
She's always screamin' when she's calling her friend
She's kinda hot though
Yeah, she's kinda hot though
(Just an itty bitty little bit hot)
We all are playing. Alec does the next verse.
My chick is telling me I got crazy dreams
She's also saying I got low self esteem
She's kinda hot though
Yeah, she's kinda hot though
(Just a little bit a little bit hot)
She put me on meds, she won't get out of my head
She's kinda hot though
(One, two, three, four)
I think we all like this song so much because we play our instruments harder, especially Rosalie and Jasper.
James meant us backstage to congratulate us on a great performance. He also invited us back if we wanted to do another interview
.
.
.
There you have it. Sorry it took so long to upload this. My household is crazy right now.
Songs:
Graveyard by Halsey
She's Kinda Hot by 5 Seconds of Summer
