Title: You Don't See Me

Authors: helenaxgal and sonnycentral

Rated: T

Summary: Sonny and Chad were strictly platonic. She was his personal assistant and he was Hollywood's newest rising star. They were the best of friends until one night changed everything. Sonny/Chad AU. A sonnycentral and helenaxgal collaboration.

Disclaimer: We unfortunately do not own Sonny With a Chance.

A/N (sonnycentral): helenaxgal and I want to thank everyone for the positive reviews and alerts. Hope you enjoy this chapter :)


"Chad, it's this building right here," Sonny said, dragging Chad by the wrist. They both looked up at a giant skyscraper hovering over the city.

"Are you sure?" he asked confused.

"I'm positive."

"How do you know?"

"I'm always right," she answered smugly.

He wanted to argue, but they were in a hurry. "Yeah you are," he responded, unconvincingly.

--

Chad, with Sonny tagging along, trudged through the building until they found Sebastian Sweden, head photographer of Sizzle magazine.

The two sauntered over to Sebastian, Chad earning several glances and stares from the envious models. Sonny decided to trail behind; sometimes being around Chad was just too intimidating.

--

"Chaddy!" Sebastian greeted Chad warmly. "I'm so excited for you to be on the cover of next month's issue."

A moment later, Sonny appeared, still lurking behind Chad.

"And who is this?" Sebastian asked condescendingly, referring to Sonny.

"This is my assistant, Sonny Monroe," Chad introduced. Sonny was waiting for him to add 'and my best friend,' but he didn't. She couldn't help but frown a little, but it was just business and she'd have to ignore it.

"Oh, what a nice name," he complimented. Sonny still couldn't tell if this guy was being nice or insulting her. "Cute," he added, giving her a once over.

Chad chuckled a bit, noticing Sonny's discomfort. "It's alright, I'll be back in a bit," he winked, dashing over to the shooting area.

Suddenly a tall, slender woman with flowing black hair and green eyes stood next to Sonny. She had to be a model.

"I heard Chad Dylan Cooper was going to be here today," she spoke to Sonny, watching his every move. "He's even hotter in person."

Then another model joined the woman. "Ooh, Chad Dylan," she cooed. "He's yummy."

Sonny wanted to barf. Not that they were wrong, but they weren't good enough for him.

"So," the first model finally acknowledged Sonny, "Is he a friend of yours? You couldn't possibly be his girlfriend- right?"

"I'm his assistant," she answered sourly. "Why could I not be his girlfriend?"

"Well, I mean, Chad Dylan Cooper only dates gorgeous girls," the second model droned on. "Not cute little things such as yourself." The two models began snickering at the comment.

This steamed Sonny. She knew she wasn't some "Glamazon," but these girls were just mean. She wanted to say something so badly, or rip their faces off, but instead bit her lip in an effort not to ruin Chad's photo shoot.

Chad would not be happy with her if she dismantled them.

--

The models stayed until Chad was finished with the photo shoot.

"Hey ladies," he greeted charmingly toward the two models. Sonny really didn't want to stand there and just watch him flirt, so she quickly moved away, toward Sebastian who was messing with his camera.

Sonny did not want to interfere; she was meant to stay in the background.

"Oh, I need one more picture, so I can finish this off" she heard Sebastian mutter. Great. Now there would be a picture of Chad flirting with these breathtaking models.

"You!" she heard him call, pointing to her. "Sonny, right?"

"Yes," she replied, astonished that he was speaking to her.

"I need one more picture, how about flash me a little smile."

She was feeling really awkward about that time, but just did as was told. Sonny gave him a smile; the best she could do.

"You know," he said glancing at the photo, "not half bad. Come back to me if you ever want to… embellish you're look," he smiled, handing her a business card.

"Thanks," she smiled, tucking the card away. She was still indecisive about Sebastian, but at least he was somewhat nice to her. And she was happy that he distracted her from the snobby models flirting up a storm with Chad.

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Needless to say Chad's shoot went well. But then again, it always went well. It wasn't that hard to make Chad Dylan Cooper look good. All he had to do was stand there and change facial expressions. Then, tah-dah! Perfection. It was just plain wrong.

Sonny's eyebrows furrowed. Chad was taking a little too long in the dressing room. To be frank, she just wanted to go home. The "Glamazon Duo" had put her in an extremely sour mood.

"Well, I mean, Chad Dylan Cooper only dates gorgeous girls. Not cute little things such as yourself."

She cringed at the memory, who were they to call her cute? She could be just as gorgeous as the rest of them.

Gaining composure, Sonny tried to erase the thought of those snobby girls. Instead of thinking about it she just simply checked her watch.

Where was Chad?

Finally growing impatient, Sonny went inside his dressing room only to find him sitting on his chair with the "Glamazon Duo" draped all over him. He was flashing his 'oh so charming' smile and they were drinking it all in. It was so typical of him.

"Chad." Sonny called.

She took a small breath and put on her best plastic smile. This was his lifestyle, she knew that.

"Hey Sonny. Just go ahead. I'll just be taking Katerina and Seraphina out for some drinks."

Like the loyal best friend she was, Sonny retained her smile and nodded.

"Of course. I'll see you at home."

The black haired one, presumably Seraphina chuckled. Chad didn't think anything of it, but it was obviously out of obnoxiousness and spite.

"Are you sure you don't want to come along Sonny?" She asked while raising a perfectly shaped eyebrow.

Sonny was about to answer but Chad quickly interrupted.

"It's not really her scene. Come on ladies, let's go. Sonny, see you later." He said quickly.

Chad left as briskly as his dismissal of Sonny. She felt gravely insulted. He was supposed to be her best friend. Sure, partying wasn't really her scene, but what if she had wanted to come along?

She shook her head and took out Sebastian's card from her pocket. Maybe it was time for a change. Chad was out doing his thing, living his life, but what was Sonny doing? She was taking care of him and staying at home like an obedient little wife. It was about time she did something for herself.

With a brave smile on, Sonny whipped out her phone and dialed the number.

"Hey, Sebastian? I think I'll take you up on your offer."