Sooooo, another day another chapter
If you follow me on twitter, you may have noticed I've been tweeting about my fanfic. Point is, school is stressing me out and it leaves me not much time to write. Writing one chapter usually takes one full afternoon, sometimes two, since I'm never home before 4pm. This may cause me to update less frequently, meaning every 4/5 days if REALLY necessary. I'll try my best to keep the 3 day limit, I promise!
Time flies when you're having fun! Actually, not really. It's been only 4 chapters and I'm already 8 reviews away from my next 100. I'm speechless, I can't thank you enough. Literally, AMAZING!
BEFORE WE GO ON, HAVE YOU GUYS SEEN THE NEWS. RAURA WAS AT A RECORD SHOP YESTERDAY. TOGETHER. ALONE. I EXPLODED. THANK U GOD. CHECK INSTAGRAM ON THE TAG IF YOU HAVEN'T SEEN IT CAUSE ITS AMAZING
UPDATE: Debby is currently 22k ahead of Laura. IMPORTANT! Rumours are that voting actually closes earlier than they announce, a week before the KCA's air, meaning we have very little time left. The Debby fandom is amazingly powerful, especially since they also started using Tweetdeck like us. It's hard to get ahead of Debby and staying there, but we have to try. Together.
The songs Ally will be singing in this chapter will be heard by only her, not the people in her presence, like in GLEE. Any of you guys watch that? Anyway, just the cliché thing, you get it
Clouds were grey, streets were empty as Ally was wandering through the city, destiny unknown. One foot after the other, her gaze on the sidewalk, the wind was playing with her hair. As she shifts her gaze to the shop windows, she sees her face blank with sad eyes looking back. Softly, she sings the lyrics as she closes her eyes.
Because of you
I will never stray too far from the sidewalk
Because of you
I learned to play on the safe side
So I don't get hurt
Because of you
I find it hard to trust
Not only me, but everyone around me
Because of you
I am afraid
She stops her pace in front of a big shop. Large TV screens, showing the local music channel, are placed behind the window. She knows the music video the best out of everyone, she doesn't even need to hear the music to know which song it is.
On four screens, Austin looks directly at her. He winks once before he continues to sing, no sound to be heard. Quickly turning her head, she walks on with sadness in her eyes.
I lose my way
And it's not too long before you point it out
I cannot cry
Because I know that's weakness in your eyes
I'm forced to fake, a smile, a laugh
Every day of my life
My heart can't possibly break
When it wasn't even whole to start with
It's getting colder every minute and Ally feels the slight breeze finding the space between her clothes, subtly brushing over her back. She shivers once before looking around her. A small diner catches her eye. She crosses the street as she ignores the couples around her, walking hand in hand. They seem to mock her with their love.
As soon as she enters the small building, a comfortable heat crashes over her. She removes her jacket and takes place in one of the booths along the window. A waiter greets her happily as she fills her cup with coffee. Ally smiles politely before wrapping her hands around it and looking outside.
Because of you
I will never stray too far from the sidewalk
Because of you
I learned to play on the safe side
So I don't get hurt
Because of you
I tried my hardest just to forget everything
Because of you
I don't know how to let anyone else in
Because of you
I'm ashamed of my life because it's empty
Because of you
I am afraid
Because of you
Because of you
The last few words leave her lips while she looks at her reflection in the window. How could he make her feel so worthless? How could she care so much? She hears a laugh. A chuckle. One she knows so well. She recognizes how his he breaths out before he giggles. As she shifts her gaze to the reflection over her shoulder and moves her body, she sees him.
With Stacy.
She turns around in her seat to get a better view. With shocking eyes she looks at the two, on opposite of each other in their own booth, sharing a large milkshake. Stacy giggles after Austin whispers something to her. Ally feels something burn inside as she slowly gets up, narrowing her eyes. He crossed the line.
Well I thought I knew you
Thinking that you were true
Guess I, I couldn't trust called your bluff
Time is up, 'cause I've had enough
You were there by my side
Always down for the ride
But your joy ride just came down in flames
'Cause your greed sold me out in shame, mmm hmm
She starts singing angrily as she keeps staring at the two. They continue their conversation, oblivious to her presence. Standing in front of her seat, she shakes her head. How could she be so wrong about him? Was this all part of the plan? Was it all made up? She walks over to the counter, grabbing an apron that's laying there.
After all of the stealing and cheating
You probably think that
I hold resentment for you
But uh uh, oh no, you're wrong
'Cause if it wasn't for all
That you tried to do
I wouldn't know just how capable I am to pull through
So I wanna say thank you
She puts it on, tying the ribbon behind her back, her gaze not leaving the two. The waitresses behind the counter look at her, quickly understanding the situation. They wipe the counter as they send judging looks towards their table. Ally puts her hair in a bun rapidly.
A black serving tray with a single, large glass of ice water appears on the counter next to her. The waitress gives her a knowing look and nods her head to Austin. Ally smirks confidently before walking towards him.
'Cause it
Makes me that much stronger
Makes me work a little bit harder
Makes me that much wiser
So thanks for making me a fighter
Made me learn a little bit faster
Made my skin a little bit thicker
Makes me that much smarter
So thanks for making me a fighter
She balances the tray on one hand as she puts the other on her hip. With every step she takes, her confidence and anger grows. Standing one foot from their table, they still don't notice her, nor hear her sing.
As soon as the song is over she coughs softly, making the two look up. Ally ignores Stacy as she keeps her eyes on Austin. His easy smile disappears when he sees her stand there. When he saw the white apron in the corner of his eye, the last person he expected to be wearing was Ally.
''Nice seeing you two here. Did anyone order some ice water? Maybe the lying, cheating blondie?''
And just like that, she grabs the glass, holds it over Austin's head and turns it over. The ice cold liquid flows over his head, his neck and clothes. His shirt sticks on his body immediately and dark spots appear on his blue jeans. He looks up, disbelief in his eyes as he rises his arms, covered in water drops.
''That one was on the house,'' Ally gives the two one last fake smile before turning around. With one hand she unties the bow on her back and rises the apron over her head. A waitress watched the whole scene and waits for her, holding out two hands. Ally hands her the apron and tray before grabbing her arm quickly as a thankful gesture.
She nods in response as she watches Ally leave the restaurant, legs moving fast. Shifting her gaze to the booth, she sees the girl looking at the soaked boy pitiful. He's still speechless, unable to move. Walking over, she gives Austin a towel, shaking her head.
''Can I get you anything?'' she asks, holding her pen above her small notebook. Austin looks up, ignoring her presence before shaking his head slowly.
''No. No, I need-. I need to go,'' he stands up quickly, throwing the towel on the ground, grabbing his jacket and runs out the doors, following Ally. The waitress sees the girl starting to follow him and steps closer to her, blocking her way.
''I wouldn't do that if I were you.''
''Trish, I need your help,'' she had called her best friend right after she left the restaurant. Trish had picked up quickly, this one time and listened to her story with all ears. Unbelievably, she had agreed with her and asked to come, caring about her. Ally had refused, but asked her for a different favour.
''I want revenge.''
''Ally,'' a voice sounds behind her. Turning around, she looks him in the eyes as she takes a step back. She keeps her phone pressed against her ear as she inspects him from a distance. Fifteen feet away, there he stood, still drenched, his hair damp and his eyes begging her, ''Please, don't do it.''
''I'll call you back, Trish,'' she hangs up the phone and crosses her arms, looking at him with narrowed eyes. ''Why did you follow me?''
''I owe you an explanation,'' Austin admits as he steps closer to her. She tilts her head as she watches him.
''You think? Was this all a part of your big plan, Austin? Did you use Stacy as an excuse to break up with me? Made up the whole story about her stealing my ideas?'' she asks, adding the reasons on her fingers. ''Or did you use it so you could be together with Stacy?''
''I would never want anything to do with Stacy!'' Austin exclaims, as he stretches his arm in the direction of the diner.
''Oh, is that so? The nice little 'date' you just had, proves you different!'' she laughs sarcastically, shaking her head.
''That wasn't a date, I swear!'' he raises his voice as he wipes wet strands of hair out of his face. ''Just let me explain, please. I have proof.''
''You have said things to me, Austin. Things that hurt me more than anything you've ever said to me. Whatever explanation you have, nothing will make me forget that,'' Ally walks backwards before turning around and walking away from him. She had only taken three steps before a few words make her stop abruptly.
''Clouds above go sailing by, I found my meaning in this life. Clear white is flying in my eyes, underneath the blue, blue sky. The waves come rolling in with the tide,'' slowly turning her head, she sees him looking at his phone, singing a few lines to an unknown song. A song she was working on. He looks up, seeing her look at him in disbelief as he continues to sing.
''I've been away too long and every day I miss you more. You look like you did, only prettier. Every day I love you more,'' he turns his phone so the screen is facing her. She steps closer to inspect it as the wind picks up her hair, blowing it all around her face. It shows her book, the page she had used to work on her new song. ''That's how you're supposed to sing it right?''
Ally nods, speechless. Austin turns his phone to him again, pinching the screen and turns it to her again. The photo had zoomed out, showing her a white phone with a bright yellow case around it, laying on a white table. On its screen, it showed her book.
''I took a photo of Stacy's phone when she wasn't looking. She's got about ten more photos of more pages. I didn't delete them just yet, I thought, maybe we could use this,'' he starts explaining as Ally lets him, looking at him with wide eyes. ''I met up with Stacy to collect proof and it worked, she didn't suspect a thing. I also got a recording of her talking with Tyler about their plan.''
''You were right. I'm sorry I didn't believe you,'' she starts apologising before he cuts her off by shaking his head.
''You didn't do anything wrong. I messed up. I shouldn't have left you like that, you're way more important to me than my career.''
''Don't say that-''
''I don't have any regrets for making that decision a year ago. I knew that if I would choose one, I would lose the other. And can't bare living without one of them,'' a sad smile appears on her lips as she keeps staring at him. ''I didn't choose my career because I won't take any risk of losing you.''
''Austin,'' Ally sighs as she wraps her arms around his waist. He pulls her closer as he wraps his arms around her small body. ''I'm sorry for embarrassing you like that in the restaurant.''
''I totally deserved that, it looked really bad from your perspective.'' Ally giggles before giving him a quick kiss on his cheek.
''Let's get you back inside, your hair is freezing off.''
''Cut! Amazing job, guys!'' the director shouts as he claps his hands, joined by the rest of the crew. Laura and Ross smile at each other before hugging each other tightly.
''I'm sorry, but pouring water all over you was literally the most fun thing I ever got to do,'' Laura laughs as she touches his wet hair that is starting to harden because of the coldness.
''Are you kidding me? That has been on my bucket list for so long, it's such a movie cliché,'' he answers her while smirking. He looks up, a few strands cover his forehead as he thinks for a second. ''I'm seriously worried about my hair, though.''
Laura laughs at him as she grabs his hand to pull him inside the hotel.
Ahh, very important scene for the movie, but yes indeed, a filler. Hope you guys enjoyed it tho!
Before I get any questions about this, the song Austin sang is called Love You More by Racoon. Racoon is a Dutch band that sings English and Dutch songs, I'm literally obsessed with them they're so amazing. If you wanna check it out, just look search them on youtube. If you liked Love You More, you should also check out Brick By Brick, Brother and Don't Give Up The Fight. If you want more, PM me! I got their best songs in my list.
If you got time, PLEASE vote for Laura, whether you do it online or on twitter, she could REALLY use your help!
I'm sorry, I haven't worked anymore about my new story idea so no more info just yet, but I'll def try to get some kind of plot ready for next chapter!
And I've gotten A LOT of reviews about the stories I suggested, especially Christmas Things. Is it your new fav too now? I just can't get over how amazing that author is, too bad she stopped writing.
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love it, and the whole thing with the interviews is gold, girl have you thought about, making a real book with this, changing the names and things like that for the copyright, but really this is gold -Oh man, I've lost count of the number of times I've thought about that, really. But my story isn't nearly good enough for that, I know that for sure. If anything, I should translate it in Dutch to know for sure the grammar is all right. And the names, yea I'm writing about real people, filming a tv show that might be recognized, even with different names. But who knows, maybe in the future, as anonymous! Thanks for the huge compliment tho, that's a really sweet thing to say
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Ross should give Laura an R5 necklace - Are you inside my head rn? You're awfully close
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Omg girl! Another amazing chapter :'D it makes me sooo happy reading these! Btw did you hear that Laura has a Boyfriend :(
Yea it's okay that you didnt like the Raia thing :) it was just a suggestion. I like your idea for your new book btw :) goodluck with it and please update soon! -Oh my, have I? I'm trying to ignore everything around that guy, he gives me bad vibes tbh. Thanks for understanding, I love it when you guys give me ideas, really, I just can't use some of em. Thank you for the suggestion girl. Thanks! I hope it'll work out
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Awwww! You are so kind! This is a first for me, nobody has ever called me awesome before. You are an AAAAAMAZING person.
This was an incredible chapter (as usual) and I can't wait to see what you do with the story next. I am so glad they are having a steady relationship so far.
Update soon,
Amn
P.S YOU TOTALLY HAVE THE TALENT TO WRITE A NOVEL! -Well they should cause you are! Me too, steady relationships are the best AND so fun to write! There's so much they could do together now….. like go on a date, I dunno.. hehehehe. PSSSS STOP IT YOU DARLING