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Chapter 3

Today was auditions at Windwood which means it's going to be a busy day for me to make sure that everything was prepared for Olivia. She likes things neat and in order.

As people were arriving and stretching outside the studio, I made sure that Olivia's table had everything she would need for today; head shots, score sheets, aux cord plugged into speakers for the ipods/mp3 players, and water.

Soon the auditions started.

I was sitting at the table with Olivia and John, who was right under Olivia with the company. So far the auditions were going pretty well. There are definitely some potential in these dancers. It really makes me miss dancing watching them, just like with the mob. Dancing was my life, my passion after all.

I hand the next head shot to Olivia. She takes it looking it over for a moment before calling her up, "Emily Anderson." Said girl makes her way to us, handing her ipod to me with the song to be played. I now know why she looked so familiar; it was the girl dancing with Sean at the club…Cinderella as Eddy put it. I mentally smile thinking of him.

I start up her music and she starts. I'm really impressed, I already knew she could dance but not contemporary. Now I'm even more envious of this girl.

A little half way through her routine Olivia waves her hand to me which says stop the music. I hated doing it to them because I know they want to show the rest of their routines they worked so hard on. I know because it happened to me when I auditioned.

Emily makes her way over and I hand her ipod back to her, "Thank you," she tells us. Olivia starts whispering to John about what she thought and I watch as he writes her name down on the list for apprentices. I have to hide my smile to not give anything away or I would get in major trouble.

After everyone finished their auditions, Olivia and John make their way to the group as I start to clean up the table.

"Ok thank you all for coming," John tells them.

"I can only imagine how difficult it is to audition, little alone audition for me. I am not an easy one, I get it," Olivia tells them causing every to laugh softly including myself, "Just ask Anna." I was shocked to hear my name. I look up to see her give me a wink as I give them a smile. "But remember, if everyone could do this, we wouldn't be Windwood."

John then starts to tell them about the rest of the auditions for the apprentices and how only one male and female would be asked to join the company in the end. I watched the relieved looks on the faces of those names that were called, especially Emily as she was called last. I was happy for her.

DaNcE

After auditions I went straight to the bat cave to make sure everyone was in costume and ready for tonight.

Everyone looked fantastic that needed their 'camouflage'. I tell you, to get the ones to look exactly like the works of art was a challenge. My favorite was the ballet ones. I can't wait to see them in action.

When I was done checking on everyone I went to get ready myself. I got dressed in a royal purple strapless dress that goes a little above my knees. I got it for mine and Eddy's anniversary dinner last month. After slipping on my black heels, I adjust my necklace Eddy gave me after my accident. It's a small gold anchor because I always tell him that he's my anchor especially with the life I've had. Without him, I don't know where I would be even with Sean.

"Wow." I turn around to see Eddy wide eyed looking at me. I couldn't help but blush. Fifteen years together and he still manages to make me blush. "You look absolutely beautiful Anna." He pulls me into his arms and kisses me passionately making me weak at the knees.

I don't know how long we're kissing until I hear someone clear their throat behind me. We release and see Sean smirking at us. "As much as I love watching my sister and best friend making out, it's time to go." I giggle, "Ok ok we got it Seany." As I start to walk by him he grabs my arm, "You do look beautiful though sis." I smile up at my brother and kiss him on the cheek. "Thanks Seany."

DaNcE

At the museum I'm walking around a little when I spot Emily. I make my way over to her but stop when I see Sean make it to her first. I realize that he's asked her here. I go to turn to go a different way when I hear Sean call my name. I look over at him to see him and Emily making their way to me.

"Emily, this is my sister Anna, Anna this is Emily," I give her a smile and a look of acknowledgement crosses her face, "Hey, you work at Windwood right? You were at auditions today." I let out a small laugh, "Yeah that's me." She looks up at Sean, "So that's how you really know about Windwood." I was confused but Sean had an innocent look on his face and shrugs his shoulders.

He starts to lead her to a painting but not before offering me his other free arm. "See now this really isn't a date like I said, my sister is here." I tried to hold in a laugh. As we are walking I spot Iris with his brochure camera and Mercury. "Ok why are we here?" Emily asks. "I thought you could use some inspiration," Sean tells her. Then the music starts and Sean sneaks away as Emily sees the art come to life.

Even though I know what was happening when and where, I was still amazed by it all, it was like being in a dream. I think this has to be our best yet. Emily is not far behind me when we make it to the different areas. The jellyfish ballet was beautiful like everything else. The lights worked great on their costumes.

I make my way over to where Eddy and Sean are. Even in the flashing lights and dark, I can immediately spot Eddy. Right when their done he lands in front of me and kisses me right before taking my hand and pulling me with him to the exit to the getaway van.

When we get safely away from the museum, everyone starts cheering and celebrating.

I was so proud of all of them.

DaNcE

Instead of celebrating at Ricky's like we would usually do after a performance, Eddy and I decided to have some alone time.

Right now we are parked on the old bridge looking over the dark water with the radio playing in the background. We're lying across the hood with me between his legs, leaning my back against his chest with his arms around me as he leans against the window. It's my favorite place with him. The background on both of our computers is a picture just like we are now except the sun is going down and we were both asleep. Sean came to look for us one day and found us like this and took the picture. It's my favorite place to be.

"Ya'll were really great tonight," I tell him while rubbing one of my hands on his leg, "It was definitely one of my favorites."

"Yeah, I can't wait to see the footage to see how it all looked." I smile, "Trust me it was amazing. Sean was right about this putting a whole new spin for fine art. You should've seen the director; she stopped the security from intervening." "Are you serious?" I nod, "Yeah, she was as amazed as everyone else. They all loved it."

It got quiet and I started to think about all the dancing I watched today.

Like usual, he can sense when something is up.

"Anna what's wrong?" I just shake my head. I really didn't want to talk about it but I know he will get it out of me. He twists my around so I'm looking at him now, "Tell me sweetie." I take a breath and close my eyes. "I really miss it you know…" I can see the sympathy in his eyes, "I know Anna." "It's not like I'm not use to being surrounded by dancing every day," I look up at the sky, "It's just with watching so much of both contemporary at the studio and ya'll with that amazing performance, I just…"

I had to stop. Tears were building up and a few escaped. Eddy pulls me in close to him letting me cry into his chest. "Why did this have to happen to me Eddy? Why did one of the biggest parts of my life have to be ripped away?" "I don't know." "First dad takes off, then mom gets remarried pretty much abandoning Claire, Sean, and me. And like that wasn't enough…dance." I start crying harder now.

Eddy tries to sooth me a little by rocking us back and forth and rubbing the back of my head. I settle down after a few moments and look up at him. "I'm so sorry; I'm ruining our perfect night." He shakes his head, "There is nothing to be sorry for. It can still be perfect you know." Not understanding what he was saying, I give him a confused look.

Before he can say anything our song comes on the radio; I'll Be by Edwin McCain. Eddy jumps off the car and offers his hand to me, "Can I please have this dance?" Instantly forgetting about my melt down moments ago, I smile and take his hand as we dance together under the stars.

This song really couldn't have come at a better time.

As we're dancing I start thinking about our life together. I even still find it hard to believe that we've been together as long as we have. Who knew that two crazy little kids would still be together fifteen years later? We've had our disagreements and arguments over the years, but what couple doesn't? But there is no one I rather spend the rest of my life with then Eddy. So what if we have never been with anyone besides each other? He is my one and only.

As the song comes to an end, I look up at Eddy to see him looking back with so much love in his eyes. I instantly feel myself blush. He bends down to bring his lips to mine in a sweet but passionate kiss. Too soon for my liking he pulls away and suddenly seems nervous.

"Anna, I know you have had a rough life, we both have and we've went through it and dealt with it together, not letting anything completely tare us down or apart. We were and still are always there for each other. Three years ago when I got the call about the accident, I thought I was going to lose you. I prayed and prayed the whole way to the hospital that you were going to make it. I couldn't imagine living life without my best friend and the love of my life."

I don't know why he is telling me all this but it's bringing tears to my eyes.

"That day you woke up…it was the best day of my life to know that I still had forever with you. I knew things would be difficult for you after that but I was never and still will never leave your side. You say I'm your anchor…but baby you're mine."

My heart is racing.

In the blink of an eye, he is getting down on one knee and I can't breathe.

"Anna, baby, we've been together practically our whole lives and honestly, I can't live without you being with me for the rest of it. Will you make me the most happiest man in the world and marry me?" He pulls out the small velvet ring box from his pocket, opening it to reveal a beautiful yet simple diamond ring.

I don't take a second to think about it before screaming 'yes' and attacking him in a kiss. I don't even realize I'm crying till we pull apart for air and he's wiping the tears off my cheeks. He then takes the ring out of the box and slips it on my finger…a perfect fit. I can't help but kiss him again.

A couple minutes later he decides that we should go to Ricky's and give everyone the great news and I agree. I wonder how Sean will take it.

DaNcE

When we arrive everyone is still wired and celebrating. We walk hand in hand to the usual table everyone is sitting at.

"Thought you two wanted some alone time?" Jason says when we approach. I just roll my eyes and look up at Eddy to see him grinning at me. "What's going on?" Penelope asks.

I shrug my shoulders at Eddy which is telling him that he should tell him. So he pulls me in close, kisses the side of my head before looking around the table. "We're getting married."

Silence…a silence that seems forever.

"Really?" Penelope asks breaking the silence. We nod and I hold up my hand showing them the ring. Just like that everyone is jumping around giving us hugs and congratulating us.

Sean is the last one to make his was to us.

He has the biggest smile on his face, "I am so happy for you Anna." I feel my eyes filling up again as I throw my arms around my brother. He pulls me in tight. I don't know why but for some reason I thought he would be upset. "You really don't mind Sean?" I manage to say to him. He looks down at me, "Who do you think gave him the blessing?" We both started laughing. "Thank you so much."

He kisses my forehead and goes to grab his beer. Ricky joins us handing both me and Eddy a drink with his own in hand.

"A toast," Sean starts, "To my amazing sister Anna and my best friend Eddy!"

Everyone says cheers as we clink our drinks together.

Eddy was right, tonight was still going to be a perfect night. Never did I expect him to propose tonight, the one night I don't expect it. I mentally laugh at myself. But it was perfect and I couldn't be happier.

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