A/N-just updating cause this chapter is really short. Anyways, this is like second to the last chapter! The next chapter is split into two parts and then the epilogue and that's it! I'm kinda sad to see it go, but there are other projects I'm eager to start. So, yeah, I don't anything Instant Star. And the reviews were amazing! I'm so glad everyone liked the songs! LovesMeSomeJommy, copperboom321, pwbhswriter2009, madionko, Eternita14, Jommy4eva Home and Away, chocolateelephantz and srayyeyed68 rock! you all keep this fic going!!

Chapter 6: Confessions of a Mending Heart

Tessa and Sadie were sitting in a private conference room in G-Major finalizing their plans. "Okay, Tommy's in Studio A and Jude is in Studio B. Now's your chance to talk to Tommy. You ready?"

"Yeah."

"What about supplies?"

"I've got the tape recorder, fresh batteries and a new tape."

"Alrighty, looks like everything's a go. You ready to do this?"

"You know, tricking Tommy has a surprisingly satisfying effect on me."

"Well, you are doing it for the greater good."

"True. Well, I think I'm gonna go. Wish me luck."

"Alright. Good luck!"

"See ya!" Sadie left the room in search of Tommy. Just as Tessa said, he was in Studio A mixing one of Jude's songs. Tommy noticed that someone was there in the room. He took his headphones off. "Sadie, uh hey. What's up?"

"Nothing much. I just wanted to talk. See how things are with you."

"Um, okay. Have a seat."

"Thanks." She sat in a swivel chair beside him. "So what do you want to talk about?"

"How are things with you? I mean, in general."

"Well, work is good. Not as much to do since Jude's an up-and-coming producer."

"And how are things with you and Jude?"

"What are you talking about?" Sadie had placed the tape recorder in her right pocket and pressed Record after telling Tommy she wanted to talk. "I mean, what's going on with you two since you got back and everything."

"Things are fine." He failed to mention all the details between him and Jude. Even though she was with Jamie, he could tell there was something between them. They had practically kissed for goodness sakes, but he wasn't about to tell Sadie that. "Fine? Things between you and Jude are just "fine"? Come on, Tommy. I know you aren't big with sharing your feelings, but be honest. How are things really between you and Jude?"

"Things between us are better than they have been in a while. I don't know how to describe it. It's just…great."

"Okay, how about you answer me this: how does Jude make you feel?" Tommy looked at her skeptically.

"Why are you going all "psychologist" on me?"

"Honestly? I'd rather talk to you about this than Jude. Besides, we like never talk anymore. It's like we don't exist on the same planet. So, how bout it?" Tommy looked at her and sighed before answering.

"Jude makes me feel like…like I could move mountains. She makes me feel like I could stop the world from turning if I needed to. She makes me feel like every star in the sky shines just for her. She makes me feel like I can be a better man. I know I've hurt her in the past and I know I don't deserve her, but I still want to try."

"Newsflash, Tommy: you're already a better man. Things with us weren't perfect but you were still a good guy. You still are. I know you've hurt Jude but I know you care about her a lot. I see the way you care for her so I know you're a better guy. You've changed so much since I met you, it's incredible."

"Thanks, Sadie. You know I really am sorry about the way things went between us."

"Don't worry about it. So answer me one last question: do you love Jude?"

"Sadie, you can't ask me that."

"I can, I am and I will. Now answer the question."

"You know I do."

"Yeah, I kinda just wanted to hear you say it."

"Ha-ha." They shared a short laugh before Sadie spoke again. "Listen, Jude's stubborn, just like me and just like our mom, and when we have kids, they'll be stubborn. Right now, she's in a very stubborn stage, but sooner or later, she's gonna realize what she wants, or who. And I know it's gonna be you."

"You really think so, Sadie?"

"Yeah I do." She stood up to leave, but Tommy's voice stopped her. "Thanks for listening, Sades. It means a lot."

"No problem," she left the room, turning off the tape recorder. "Sadie's Phase One of Operation J.T.C. complete." She walked off to find Tessa. Meanwhile, Jude was in Studio B working with SME. "Okay guys, you can take a break. We'll work on this later." The guys left the booth and Wally and Kyle went to find some lunch while Spied made his way back to the studio He came and sat beside Jude. "Hey, Jude."

"Wow, you're actually calling me Jude instead of dude. That's a shock."

"Can we talk?"

"Yeah sure."

"So, uh where's Jamie? Haven't seen him around here lately."

"I don't know. He's probably out scouting some new artists."

"Shouldn't you know where he is?"

"Look Spied, I'm his girlfriend, not his keeper."

"Could have fooled me."

"What is that supposed to mean?"

"Jude, you know exactly what it means."

"How about you clue me in?"

"You guys are both really good friends of mine, so it sucks when one of you is hurting. Well, Jamie's hurting, and I think you know why. You shouldn't do this to him. He doesn't deserve it. You need to decide what you want before someone really gets hurt," without another word, he left Jude to contemplate what he said. All of a sudden Darius's loud voice came over the intercom. "Attention everyone at G-Major. Will the following persons please report to my office: Jude, Tommy, Kwest, Sadie, Speiderman Mind Explosion, Jamie, Karma and Tessa. Everyone else continue working Thank you." Jude looked around before making her way to D's office. A lot of people were still filing in when Jude walked in. She noticed Jamie was already seated and ready so she made her way towards him. "Hey," she said to him.

"Hey. How you been?"

"Good. You? Feels like I haven't seen you in ages. It's like you've been MIA or something."

"Well, with me scouting new artists and you recording and producing, there isn't much time for us to see much of each other."

"Yeah, I know. I'm sorry about that."

"Don't worry about it. It's not your fault." He placed a hand on hers. She smiled at him sweetly. Tommy took this opportunity to walk in. He noticed Jamie and Jude sitting on the left side of the room. They were holding hands and smiling. He decided to sit on the other side of the room. Just as Karma walked in, Darius shut the door behind her. "Okay is that everybody? I'm glad everyone made it here. I called you in here because I have another important announcement."

"We're not doing another album, a re we?" Karma asked in a worried tone."

"No, you're not. Actually, G-Major is hosting its first Christmas party."