Ashley's POV
At exactly three o'clock, we entered Hawk Records. Hawk's assistants greeted us and ushered us into a room full of clothes. We were soon transformed into what can only be described as "Glitter Gals." I felt ridiculous. Next, we were brought into a room and given lyrics to read over and practice lip-syncing them. I recognized the song immediately. It was Circus by Britney Spears, and I wasn't pleased. Not that I hate Britney, we're just a rock-meets-pop group, y'know?
Soon, we were lead to a stage and the lights went out except for the stage lights and Circus was blared. We were expected to perform.
(Leigh)
There's only two types of people in the world
The ones that entertain and the ones that observe
Well baby, I'm a put-on-a-show kind of girl
Don't like the backseat, gotta be first
(Ashley)
I'm a like the ringleader,
I call the shots
[(Call the shots) All]
I'm like a firecracker I make it hot
When I put on a show
(Annette & Audrey)
I feel the adrenaline moving through my veins
Spotlight on me and I'm ready to break
I'm like a performer, the dance floor is my stage
Better be ready, hope that you feel the same
(Leigh & Ashley)
All eyes on me in the center of the ring just like a circus
When I crack that whip, everybody gon' trip just like a circus
Don't stand there watching me, follow me, show me what you can do
Everybody let go, we can make a dance floor just like a circus
(Annette)
There's only two types of guys out there
Ones that can hang with me and ones that are scared
So baby, I hope that you came prepared
I run a tight ship so beware
(Audrey)
I'm a like the ringleader, I call the shots
[(Call the shots) All]
I'm like a firecracker, I make it hot
When I put on a show
(Annette & Audrey)
I feel the adrenaline moving through my veins
Spotlight on me and I'm ready to break
I'm like a performer, the dance floor is my stage
Better be ready, hope that you feel the same
(Leigh & Ashley)
All eyes on me in the center of the ring just like a circus
When I crack that whip, everybody gon' trip just like a circus
Don't stand there watching me, follow me, show me what you can do
Everybody let go, we can make a dance floor just like a circus
(Leigh)
Let's go
Let me see what you can do
I'm runnin' this like-like-like a circus
Yeah, like a what? Like-like-like a circus
(All)
All eyes on me in the center of the ring just like a circus
When I crack that whip, everybody gon' trip just like a circus
Don't stand there watching me, follow me, show me what you can do
Everybody let go, we can make a dance floor just like a circus
(All)
All eyes on me in the center of the ring just like a circus
When I crack that whip, everybody gon' trip just like a circus
Don't stand there watching me, follow me, show me what you can do
Everybody let go, we can make a dance floor just like a circus
When we finished there was a second of applause before it was stopped. The lights came up and we saw not only Hawk's assistants but also Hawk himself. He was typing something into his iPhone and not looking at us at all. After a second, he put his phone down.
"Girls, I would just like to ask…WHAT. WAS. THAT? THAT was garbage! Cleo, I couldn't even tell what you were singing, Phoebe, you had no energy, and Cami. Cami, Cami, Cami… YOU CANNOT DANCE! At ALL!" He shouted, making all of us jump, even Leigh. We hadn't expected him to get this angry. Sure, it was kind of bad, but it was the first time we had performed it!
"Now," Hawk said, pinching his nose and closing his eyes. "you are going to run that again and again until I like it. MUSIC!" The music starting again and we started 'singing' and dancing.
We stumbled back into the Palm Woods at about eleven o'clock that night. I had never been so tired in my inter life. I couldn't feel my feet or arms, and I could barely walk in a straight line. The others weren't much better. Audrey had fallen asleep on the floor of the lobby and Annette and Leigh were using each other as supports.
"What happened to you four?" I heard a voice ask near the elevator. I just shook my head.
"Here, come sit on the couch." The voice said, leading me to a comfortable seat. I felt Leigh and Annette sit down beside me and I guess the voice just left Audrey on the floor.
"You look like zombies. Please don't eat my brain." Another voice begged.
"Carlos, don't be ridiculous. Zombies don't exist." The first voice said. Wait, Carlos…?
"Logan? Carlos?" I asked, still tired.
"Yes, Ashley?" Logan asked.
"Thanks for helping us to the couch." I said, still keeping my eyes closed.
"Well actually, I helped you to the couch. They helped Annette and Leigh." Another voice spoke.
"James?" I asked.
"And Kendall!" Kendall added.
"Where's Audrey?" I asked.
"Still on the floor. She looked comfortable." Carlos said.
"What are you doing up at eleven?"
"Well, Carlos couldn't sleep; and when Carlos can't sleep, NO ONE sleeps." Logan explained. I nodded, still tired.
"Now, why are you still out and about?"
"Hawk kept us working late. So…much…dancing…"
"HAWK? As in Hawk Records?" The four boys shouted. I weakly covered my head and nodded.
"Why did you sign with Hawk?" James demanded.
"Because he was the first person to actually want to sign us. Everyone else said 'Thanks, but no thanks.'"
"But, but! Hawk's evil!" Carlos exclaimed.
"I know…but no one else will sign us." I explained, slowly opening my eyes. I noticed all four boys glaring at me, and suddenly I felt really small. They're expressions softened a little.
"We talked to Gustavo today. He wants to hear a demo." Kendall explained.
"Can it wait until tomorrow? I'm so tired…" I asked, yawning.
"Of course. But only if you get some sleep." Logan said, acting like he was talking to a child. In my sleep-deprived state, it made me feel better.
"Come on, let's go." Kendall said, trying to wake Audrey up. Carlos simply picked up little Annette and Logan helped Leigh up. She was still somewhat asleep, so she let him help her to the elevator without hitting him.
"Let's go, Ash." James said, picking me up. I let him because I was so tired.
I fell asleep almost seconds after telling James our apartment number. When I woke up, I was on my bed, still in my clothes from yesterday, and James was gone.
Here's the next chapter. I've already finished chapter six, but I'm waiting until seven's done to upload it. Review please! Also, should I do a sequel? I'm almost done!
Disclaimer: I don't own BTR, Gustavo, Hawk, or anything else you recognize from this story. I only own Ashley, Annette, Audrey, Leigh, and Zeke.