Like Mother, Like Daughter

Chapter 4. Look At All Of The Stars

Author: twin who likes to travel

Rating: PG-13

Summary: Faith achieves her goal and much more.

Disclaimer: I own nothing.

Reviews: I would like them. Constructive criticism is ok.

Author's notes: This is the final chapter. Sorry if the events in it are a little far fetched, but that's what makes it fiction. Rory and Jennifer's daughter, who they named Kaley, will take part in one of the conversations in this chapter. I had Faith's second girlfriend in this story will be a lesbian daughter of a currently famous actress. I'll give you a clue on who it is. She has claimed to be bi-sexual and into androgyny. I also decided to give her girlfriend a name normally used for a boy with a slight change in spelling. Her first name will be Rian and sound like Ryan. Veronica Willis and mg78, thanks for the help with this chapter and the reviews for the original posts for this story.

Around nine years later

A few years after graduating from college, Sarah married Paul. What made it even more special was that Sarah had asked Faith to be her Maid of Honor. Faith never got back together with Tara and decided to focus more on a career. Eliza Dushku had kept her promise to help Sarah, Faith, and Paul by introducing them to her business contacts, which helped her goal of becoming a famous actress easier. From almost the very first movies Faith and Sarah were in, they became very popular in the business. Faith had been described as one of the most versatile actresses in Hollywood at that time. She was able to handle any role with ease, regardless of what genre the movie was. It was that ability and being able to get along with whomever she worked with that made her currently one of the most in-demand actresses around.

That and her never getting conceited about her success drew them to her socially too. Faith became famous as well for devoting time and money to certain charities. She was asked often why she was able to be versatile and generous. She would always answer with how past life experiences taught her how to take on those roles. And that her parents had always taught her to be thankful for the good things in her life. The time and money she spent was her way of showing that. She also used her charm to help all of her single cousins get at least one date with a celebrity of their choice. Although a few got further than the others, they could all say that those nights would be ones they would never forget.

The paparazzi would frequently try to get pictures of her hanging out with her family, co-stars from whatever movie she was working on at the time, and people who they assumed she could be dating. Faith was well aware of this and would occasionally even stir up the talk by showing the person she was with some type of affection. It would usually be kisses, hugs, or hand-holding. When she really wanted to get to them while out with attractive female celebrities, she'd turn up the heat of the kiss, grope them a little, and sometimes both at the same time. At least one hand would almost always be on the other girl's hip or butt. The other hand would occasionally be on the back, the back of the neck, or in the hair of the other girl. Faith would always ask or warn the girl first. Since she would do this, most of the time the others went along with it. It didn't matter if it was at a movie premiere, promoting a current or upcoming movie, or just hanging out with them.

The celebrity gossip websites frequently had pictures of her with other famous actresses, whether it was a night on the town or while on the beaches during the summer months in various bikinis. They also had pictures from charity events and all of the magazine photoshoots she had done so far. She had appeared in several magazines: Allure, Elle, People, Teen People, Seventeen, Shape, Vanity Fair, Maxim, and FHM. Rumors had been spread around that she and her current girlfriend had been approached by a few other men's magazines, but the couple had turned them down without a second thought.

The night of the Academy Awards; the home of Faith Hennessy-Alcott, the family room; just outside of Los Angeles, California

Faith's entire family and Denise and Matt Edwards were seated around the huge screen TV and watching the pre-show to the awards when the people they were waiting to see were making their way down the red carpet. It was Faith's first nomination for best female in a leading role. She was nominated for her role in Like a Hit on the Head, which was a modern time remake of Cyrano de Bergerac by Edmond Rostand. She played a female version of Cyrano. At the sight of their son and daughter on TV with their significant others, Kerry and Nikki began to shed tears. This was noticed by everyone else in the room.

"The show hasn't even started, and you two are already crying?" Bridget asked before smirking, "If you're like that now, how are you going to be during the show?"

"Excited but nervous," the parents answered together immediately.

"Ok," Bridget giggled.

"Faith, Rian, and Sarah look beautiful in those dresses. And Paul looks handsome in his tux," Chloe commented.

"Of course they do," Nikki stated with pride.

"Does anyone still think it's weird that Faith's involved with a girl whose name is normally a guy's name and spelled with an i instead of a y?" Rory and Jennifer's daughter, Kaley, questioned with a smile.

"Not anymore. And considering who her mom is, it's not that surprising," Bridget and Jeremy's daughter, Ryleigh, claimed, "It's another thing we have in common other than being beautiful blondes."

"I can't believe our daughter has a chance to win an Oscar tonight," Kerry replied anxiously.

"Well, we both knew it could happen someday. Maybe you shouldn't say anything else, or you might jinx it. You remember how nervous she was when she left. I think she should have won one by now or at least been nominated more than once, but maybe I'm biased due to her being my daughter."

All three women had on off the shoulder dresses, with Rian and Sarah's dresses being more revealing than Faith's but still classy. Faith's was red, Rian's was blue, and Sarah's was a combination of black and silver. Faith and Rian, who just happened to be the daughter of Evan Rachel Wood, walked arm in arm first while Sarah and Paul followed about three feet behind them. They had made it about halfway down when they were flagged down by a reporter for the network broadcasting the awards ceremony.

The red carpet outside the location of the Academy Awards ceremony

"Faith Hennessy-Alcott, you and your girlfriend, Rian Evan Wood, are each nominated for the best female in a leading role. The buzz around Hollywood is what's going to happen if one of you wins. Rumor has it that this has caused tension between the two of you and has affected your relationship. Is there any truth to this rumor?"

"Certainly not!" Faith exclaimed confidently and added when the reporter seemed to doubt her, "Maybe this will stop the rumor."

The entire crowd was then witness to a slightly heated kiss between Faith and the blonde that had been on her arm. Camera flashes were constantly going off at that scene along with several cheers for one of Hollywood's favorite couples. The reporter then focused on Sarah, who had been smiling along with Paul at the kiss that had temporarily shut up the reporter.

"Sarah Hennessy-Alcott, you're nominated for the best female in a supporting role for the same movie as Faith's. Do you feel any resentment toward her, especially since your mother, Eliza Dushku, was the one who directed it? She's nominated for the best director tonight as well, isn't she?"

"Faith has been my best friend since our first year at UCLA. We have nothing but respect and love for each other, despite what the tabloids might try to get people to believe. I'm proud to call her my sister in law," Sarah announced and was surprised by a kiss on her right cheek by Faith. They shared a smile before Sarah continued to say, "Yes, my mom is. I'm confident tonight will continue to show how talented she is both in front of and behind the camera."

The two couples then marched silently into the building while waving to the crowd frequently.

Faith and Rian, who had been nicknamed "Riaith" by their fans and the paparazzi, had met on the set of a movie they had been in. They had starred opposite each other in the movie. It was a remake of the movie Friends With Benefits. The only differences were that the couple in the movie was a lesbian couple, not a heterosexual one and that Faith's character had secretly been in love with Rian's character from the beginning. The movie had been the first either actress had been in that included a few lesbian love/sex scenes. It was also the first that required some nudity from both actresses.

Faith was slightly nervous at the idea of filming those scenes. She had even contemplated using a body double. She was proud of her body, but the idea of showing that much skin on screen made her a little uncomfortable in the beginning. Rian's mom, Evan, eased her fears by recalling the roles she played where she had shown that much skin and more. That along with some encouraging words from both Evan and Rian convinced Faith to agree to the few, brief flashes of her butt and the slightly longer shots of her chest. Faith's parents weren't too thrilled when Faith had told them about the scenes in the movie, but they supported her anyway. Faith had usually made the right decision, so they trusted her. The success of the movie had led to more roles for both women.

As the scenes were filmed, they handled it well and managed to get through them in one take. On the inside though, both girls felt something as bare skin touched bare skin. When they were over, the girls were excused to go to their trailers to prepare for their next scenes. On the way to hers, Faith tried to ignore what Rian made her feel during each scene where they had some physical contact. It didn't matter what kind. Just a simple touch from her had brought up feelings in Faith that had been stronger than any she had for Tara.

She was happy at that moment that her trailer had included a shower. Faith kept thinking about her for the rest of the day. Before they finished working on the movie that week, both girls admitted to each other that they had felt something while doing the love/sex scenes. It had led to a first date. As much as they tried to stop themselves, the date ended with them getting each other into bed. The question of how long it would be before someone found out about their relationship was answered at the movie wrap party. Faith and Rian had sneaked away from the party for a bit before being busted. When they were caught by Sarah, who had been invited to the party by Faith, she had seen more of Faith than she ever had at UCLA, and just as much of Rian.

Later that night, the awards ceremony

Everyone in the building could feel the excitement as they waited for the most talked about category for the year. Even Sarah's assumption about her mom winning being right didn't stop it. It was extremely quiet when the list of nominee was read by the presenter. There was the traditional applause when short clips from the movies were shown after each woman's name.

"And the award for best female in a leading role goes to…Faith Hennessy-Alcott for her role in Like A Hit On The Head."

A few seconds after her name was called, one of the many cameras was on the winner. Everyone tuned into the show saw the expression of shock from Faith. Faith's eyes were wide open, and she covered her gaping mouth with her hands. She was hugged by Rian, Sarah, and Paul before making her way up to the stage. The applause she had heard on the way up to the podium was really getting to her. Everybody smiled as Faith tried to hold back tears but wasn't able to stop one falling from each eye as she made her speech.

"I'm sure every aspiring actor or actress dreams about this at least once in their life. To win an Oscar on your first nomination makes it even more amazing. I would like to thank everyone who made this possible. To all my fans for their support by seeing every movie I have been in and the fan mail. To the great cast and crew I worked with to make this movie. To Eliza Dushku for helping me get my start in this exciting and usually fast paced business. To all of the people I've worked with over my short time as an actress. The huge amount of respect I've received from them has made this worth the sometimes long hours. To the rest of the women nominated for this award, I'm honored to just be nominated along with you. You're all very talented. In fact, everyone in here is talented. To my beautiful girlfriend, Rian Evan Wood, sorry, sweetie. Maybe next year this can be yours. And last but not least, to my entire family. Thanks for all the love and support you've given me my entire life. I love you all. Thank you."

Faith wiped away a few more tears as she was escorted off stage during another round of applause. Faith was grateful that none of the audience had seen the tears that came after disappearing behind the curtains.

Meanwhile, Faith's home

The family switched their attention back and forth from the TV screen to the proud parents as the names and movies were mentioned. Each of them gasped at the brief pause made by the presenter. When it was confirmed Faith was the winner, the family went wild. They yelled and cheered as if they were at the award show themselves. They observed Kerry and Nikki shedding tears of happiness at their daughter's major accomplishment and being able to give another moving speech.

Then the couple was hugged by the rest of the family. After they had calmed down, they went back to watching the rest of the show. They cheered again as Sarah had gone on to win the best female in a supporting role award. The last category was for best full length motion picture. They gasped as they waited for the winner. They cheered again as the movie Faith and Sarah had been in had won the award.

However, they were surprised to see who had come up to accept the award. They smiled as Eliza stepped up to the podium. She made almost the same speech Faith had. Hers had been filled with some humor though. Eliza had paused momentarily to look back at the cast members that had joined her on stage. There was laughter and a few whistles as Eliza had winked at Sarah and Faith while talking about one of the funny moments during the filming of the award winning movie. Faith blushed at the wink and the words describing one of the particular funny moments.

Backstage at the award show

Faith and her group were once again stopped for an interview. This time, Faith was ready and had a little surprise for them. During the interview, Paul had slyly slipped a small box into his sister's right hand.

"So, Faith Hennessy-Alcott, you've won an Oscar the first time you've been nominated. What are your plans now?"

"I'm going to Disney World," Faith joked, "Honestly though, this night was been a dream that I wasn't completely sure would come true. It's been a great night, and maybe I can make it even better."

There were expressions of confusion from the reporter, Rian, and Sarah. It was quickly cleared up when Faith made a sharp right turn to Rian, got down on one knee, and proposed in front of the camera. Rian gasped at the sight of Faith down on one knee and the shining diamond, engagement ring in her hand. She had the same look of shock Faith had when she won the award.

"I won the award tonight, but you've won something I hope you consider a lot more valuable. You've won my heart. I know we haven't been together that long, but I have something I want to ask you. Rian Evan Wood, would you marry me and make me the happiest I've ever been?"

Rian glanced at the camera for a second before facing Faith again. The tears were falling down her cheeks as Faith nervously waited for her reply.

"Faith Hennessy-Alcott, you won more than the award tonight. You've won my heart too. Yes, I WILL marry you."

After the couple shared a soft kiss that lasted for a moment, they were hugged by Sarah and Paul. The reporter then congratulated the couple before the group headed for the exit door.

At that same time, Faith's home

The family had been paying close attention when they had noticed that Faith was being interviewed again. They laughed at the joke she had made. They were stunned into silence at the sight of Faith proposing. After hearing Rian say yes, all of the women were crying.

"Did you have any idea that your daughter was going to do that?" Bridget and Chloe inquired at the same time while the rest just stared in curiosity.

"None whatsoever," Kerry responded before wiping away another tear.

"I'm just surprised as the rest of you are," Nikki revealed as she turned to the redhead, "Our baby girl is getting married, Beautiful."

"I kn-know, Pr-Princess. D-Do y-you th-think sh-she w-will b-be as h-happy as us?" Kerry stuttered.

"If the proposal and acceptance is any clue, then yes they will be."

The family received a second surprise when a stretch hummer limo pulled up around an hour later. They gawked as they observed Faith waving them over to the open door of the limo. Faith, Rian, Paul, and Sarah smirked as all of them pretty much ran outside. A loud gasp was heard when they saw that a few others had come along with them. Smiles were spread among the family at the sight of smiles from Evan Rachel Wood, Eliza Dushku, and Rick Fox as they stepped out of the car with the other four.

"Wh-What are you doing home early, sweetie?"

"We thought we'd round up the whole gang to celebrate with us."

"REALLY?" the entire family shouted, making the other seven laugh.

"Yes, so can everyone come?" Faith inquired as her smile grew by the second.

They got nods from each person.

"So how much room do you have in there?" Nikki said.

"That depends on how comfortable you want to be," Faith declared as the original seven climbed back in, "Sorry, but I don't think all of you will fit in here. This is the only limo we were able to get our hands on, even with all of the star power."

"What about the rest of us?" Bridget muttered.

"The rest can follow us in a car or cars," Faith directed. On the way back, maybe some of you can switch so that that everyone gets at least one ride in this."

After the original seven got in, the others began to climb in. They went one at a time, starting with Kerry and Nikki then the younger ones. When they were finished, it was determined that four would have to go by another car. Matt, Denise, Chloe and Rick volunteered to be the four as long as four others took their place on the way back. After they were sure that the house was locked up and everyone was ready to go, they took off and headed to a nearby restaurant. It wasn't one that was normally visited by celebrities, so the staff was in awe at the appearance of the stars. The restaurant was pretty much dead. It made it no problem for them to close the restaurant for the sudden customers.

After their order was taken, the celebrities happily signed several autographs and posed for pictures with the staff. There was even a group picture taken of the celebrities that the manager indicated would be framed and displayed proudly on one of the walls. The manager and staff were on cloud nine, figuratively speaking. At the end of the night, they received many compliments on the food and were told that the place would be mentioned to their friends, including celebrities. Before leaving the restaurant, the servers who had waited on them were given a generous tip for their service. The following day, the internet was buzzing about the Oscars, Faith's proposal, and Rian's acceptance.

Around three years later

As Faith had predicted, her fiancée was nominated and won the Oscar for the best female in a leading role the next year. Rian proudly showed off the engagement ring still on her finger as she gave her speech. About three months after Rian won her Oscar, the couple tied the knot. It wasn't long after that they decided to have both careers and kids. Faith was the one to give birth to them. After revealing that they were having twins, there was speculation around Hollywood on what they would name them. Considering the unique names of the parents, it made the media more curious.

They had gone with Kaitlin Nicole Hennessy-Wood for the girl as a sort of tribute to Cate and Nikki, and Zachary James Hennessy-Wood for the boy. She picked James as a tribute to her great-grandfather, who she never got a chance to meet. It was mainly for Kerry since she thought so highly of him. Rian agreed when Faith had suggested it. Faith and Rian worked out a schedule. From that day on, there was always at least one parent with the kids while the other worked on their next movie.

The End