A/N-your reviews are awesome! They make me get warm fuzzies inside! Lol, but I do wish I knew where ToMmYandJuDe-ISlover has gone! But my other author, LovesMeSomeJommy has a fantastic new story out that you should definitely check out! And sorry about the long update! I'll try my hardest to post sooner! And I don't own anything associated with Instant Star, but I do own 'December Girl' and 'My December.' Anyways, enjoy this update! Also, look out for my other fic, 'Fade To Black' to be updated tomorrow!
Chapter 5: Songs about You by Me
Jamie had asked Jude to meet him at a small café named Espresso's. He needed to clear the air with her. He needed his girlfriend. Jude arrived about ten minutes after he called. "Hey, Jamie. I would've been here sooner but traffic was murder. So, anyways, did you need to talk to me about something?"
"Yeah, actually I did. Have a seat."
"Okay." Jude sat across from Jamie. He had his arms on the table, his hands folded. He sighed heavily before choosing his words. "Jude, lately you've been distant, kind of like you aren't really here and I think I know why. I believe it's because Tommy left and you've missed him, seeing as how he's your friend and all. So you've withdrawn from everything. Am I right?"
'Yeah, something like that,' Jude thought. 'If only you knew the half of it.'
"Jamie, you are so right! I just felt so, I don't know, empty since he left, but know he's back and everything is back to normal."
"I thought that was it. I'm so glad you're feeling better, though."
"Oh yeah, much. Thanks for understanding, Jamie. And hey look I'm sorry about blowing you off and everything. I'm glad we got everything out in the open."
"Yeah, me too. And don't worry about it. I understand completely."
"Thanks. You're the best." She got up to give him a quick peck on the lips before gathering her stuff. As she was about to leave, Jamie's voice stopped her. "Where are you going?" I thought we'd have coffee and hang."
"I would but I've got something to take care of. We'll do this soon, I promise. I'll talk to you later. Bye." She gave him one quick kiss before leaving. Jamie smiled inwardly to himself. He had his girl back. Jude hopped into her blue Mustang and drove off. She had been driving for about five minutes before stopping at a brick building about two stories high. Jude went in and came out twenty minutes later carrying a small bag with two small boxes in it. Jude drove on home, planning on staying there the rest of the night. She was greeted by a surprise as she walked through the door. Sadie and Tessa were sitting on the couch, apparently laughing at something hysterical. "Oh, hey Jude. We didn't hear you come in."
"Yeah, sorry about the Invasion of the Laughing Freaks."
"I invited Tessa over to hang out. You don't mind, do you?"
"No, of course not. Feel free to stop by anytime. But I'm gonna go upstairs and write. See you guys tomorrow."
"See you," the girls said in unison before cracking up all over again. Jude went up to her room, got her journal and began to write. She worked on the song all night and a little into the morning before she finally put away her notebook and guitar and went to bed. At five forty-seven, Jude woke up, getting up earlier than usual. She tried to go back to sleep, but couldn't. She decided to add some final tweaks to her song before taking a shower. About twenty minutes later, she was out of the shower and in her room getting dressed. She dressed herself in a black t-shirt, a pair of slightly tight jeans and her Converse sneakers. Downstairs, Jude was greeted by a snoring Sadie and a sleeping Tessa. Jude smiled to herself. She left them a note so they didn't worry.
Sadie,
I've gone to the studio early. I'll see you there later.
Love,
Jude
She left the note on the counter and headed off to G-Major. Tommy had woken up early, even earlier than Jude. She had been on his mind since yesterday. Yesterday was very weird for them. He had kissed her, well almost, sort of. Then her stupid cell phone had to ring. Damn cell phones always had to ruin the moment! He had been working on his own song since yesterday. He tweaked his song before taking a quick shower. Ten minutes later, he was out and in his room. He put on a maroon long-sleeved t-shirt, a pair of loose jeans and a pair of sneakers. Once he was dressed, he headed out the door to leave for G-Major. Tommy got there a little after six and Jude got there a little after six-thirty. While Tommy was in Studio A, Jude went into Darius's office. He was sitting at his desk with some files out. He looked up when he heard Jude come in. "Jude! How's my favorite Instant Star doing?"
"Good. Great. I'm doing great."
"That's good to hear. Anything I can help you with?"
"Not really. I just wanted to tell you I've finishes my song."
"Really? All ready? That's great, Jude!"
"Yeah, I was just going to record the acoustic in Studio B."
"Great. Can't wait to hear it."
"Yeah." Jude sat there as Darius went back to looking at his files. He noticed this and looked up at her. "Is there anything else I can help you with?"
"No. Well, yes. How do you, uh, know Tessa?"
"Oh, she's a friend of the family. Our families were very close. I knew she was out of school, so I invited her to come down to Toronto for the week. Was she at your place last night?"
"Yeah. Sadie invited her over. They seem to be getting along well."
"That's good. She needs to make new friends."
"Well, I guess I'll go and record that acoustic now. See ya later."
"Later, Jude." She walked out of his office to see Tommy walking towards hospitality. "Is it safe to come around or has Tommy not had his coffee yet?"
"It's safe."
"Good to hear. So how's your song coming along?"
"Fine. Actually, I'm ready to record the acoustic right now.
"Really? So am I. I guess I'll head to Studio B while you take Studio A.
"Sounds like a plan. See you in a bit."
"See ya." She turned to leave as Tommy watched her leave. He surveyed her "assets" while she was walking. She knew he was watching her so she swayed her hips even more. He smiled to himself as he made his way to Studio A and she went to Studio B. After about ten minutes, Jude decided she was ready to lay down her song. She left Studio B and headed over to Studio A. Tommy noticed someone coming in as he strummed the last chord. "Jude, you finished already?"
"Yeah, I thought I'd come in and lay it down."
"Sounds good. I'll get D and Kwest in here." He left and came back a few seconds later with Darius and Kwest behind him. "So, I'm ready to lay down my new track, 'December Girl.'" Tommy's head shot up when he heard the title of the song. "Okay, let's here it then!" Darius yelled encouragingly at Jude as she made her way towards the recording booth. She sat down on the stool and placed the headphones on. Kwest put the c.d. in the player. "Jude Harrison's 'December Girl' take one in three, two, and one." Music began to play as Jude fixed her gaze on Tommy.
December Girl
Verse 1:
You said I was too young, that I couldn't love you
Then you kissed me and took it back, you took my heart too
Now we're right back here again, feeling it all once more
Are you gonna walk away, breaking me to the core
Chorus:
I just want you to know that I wanna be your December girl
I want to be your entire world
I don't want you to be another song about love and lies and lost opportunity
I just want you to be here with me
Verse 2:
We've been dancing around love for way too long
Sick of playing out everything in a song
Hate being with anyone that isn't you
Tell me you're sick of all we've been through
Chorus:
I just want you to know that I wanna be your December girl
I want to be your entire world
I don't want you to be another song about love and lies and lost opportunity
I just want you to be here with me
Bridge:
I'm sick of all the lies
I don't wanna hide it anymore
Can you see it in my eyes?
I wanna be your girl
Chorus x2:
I just want you to know that I wanna be your December girl
I want to be your entire world
I don't want you to be another song about love and lies and lost opportunity
I just want you to be here with me
Here with me
Here with me
Here with me
Jude finished her song with her eyes still locked on Tommy. He looked back at her with the same intensity. "Jude, that was fantastic. You may need to a few more takes, but it was really incredible. You can come back in now," Kwest said to Jude through the glass. Jude broke eye contact with Tommy for a moment to gather her things and exit. When she entered the room, Tommy stood up to leave. Before leaving, he whispered in her ear. "I want you to hear this. It's for you." Jude only nodded and took his seat as he made his way to the recording booth. "Tommy Quincy's 'My December' take one in three, two and one," Kwest's voice filled the booth once again. Tommy placed the headphones on and his eyes immediately landed on Jude. His soft, smooth voice filled the room a few beats later.
My December
Verse 1:
I used to be such a mess
I man without a cause
I'm not perfect in every way
I come with many flaws
But when I met you, you made me wanna be a better man
I'm not ready to lose it all again
Chorus:
Girl, I want you to be my December
Even till the end of November
Everything about you turns up the sky
Without your love, I know I would die
Everything I know had changed cause of you
But I'm ready to start over new
Verse 2:
Now that you're in, I can't get you out
You're stuck in me forever
I don't want you to ever leave
I want all of you with me forever
Now that I've met you, I am a better man
I'm not ready to lose it all again
Chorus:
Girl, I want you to be my December
Even till the end of November
Everything about you turns up the sky
Without you love, I know I would die
Everything I know has changed cause of you
But I'm ready to start over new
Bridge:
So much has happened between us
All of this feels strange
But I know how I feel about you
I don't want this feeling to change
Chorus 1
Chorus 2:
Girl, you are my December
My walk to remember
You make the world spin a little faster
I'm your natural disaster
I love you just eh way you are
You will always be my shooting star
My shooting star
Jude's eyes were welled up with tears and threatening to spill over when Tommy finished his song. "T, man that was pretty damn incredible." Tommy took that as his cue to exit the booth. He smiled at Jude who smiled back as he entered the room. "Alright, T, Jude, those were some great takes. You'll definitely have to do some more, but that really was great for fist takes. Keep up the great work." Darius left the room, leaving Kwest, Jude and Tommy. "Well, I'm gonna go check on Karma. See you guys later," and with that, Kwest left. Tommy and Jude both looked at each other again. Jude stepped forward to Tommy and whispered in his ear, "You know I'll always be your girl " Tommy couldn't help but shiver and smile at the same time. "I know you will. Always and forever." Now it was Jude's turn to smile.
"Thanks for the song. It meant a lot."
"No problem. I guess it was time for you to be my inspiration."
"Yeah, and I guess you continue to be mine."
"That's what I do best."
"Yup, that and other things."
"Hum, such as?"
"Quincy, I think you know what."
"How about you enlighten me."
"What, and feed your already large ego?"
"Ouch, that one hurt, Harrison."
"I bet. Let's just finish up these songs, okay?"
"Sure, me and my ego can do that without getting bruised."
"Ha-ha, Quincy. Let's just get to work."
"Okay." They spent the rest of the day working and perfecting their songs while Tessa and Sadie worked on Operation J.T.C.