The limo ride to the hotel was full of conversation. Nobody could get over how amazing Loren's performance was. Kelly had told Loren about the room deal and right away she hoped Nora would be ok with her staying in a room with Eddie; she had just got him back she didn't want to lose him again plus she figured that Nora would want to room with Max since they were going to be living together in the valley anyways.

Eddie:

I can't wait until Loren sees her surprise, I hope she loves it I called in a buddy at Marea to get me some lasagna, I remember Loren and her mom talking about it at the dinner table that night; it was the most fun I had ever had I got to learn about Loren and what makes her tick. I guess that night is when I finally figured out how much she really meant to me. But I should call in a favor at Levain Bakery for a pecan pie; it wouldn't come close to Nora's but I need one now. Speaking of Nora I need to talk to both her and Mel about keeping Loren distracted for about an hour or so. I'll just text Mel and see if she remembers.

Text conversation

Eddie: Hey Mel remember you need to keep Loren occupied for a little while so I can set up her u know what ;)

Mel: oh don't worry rockstar I got this under control she wont know whats comin!

Loren:

Kelly keeps telling me I did a great job but honestly I don't even care about how the concert went its like its totally out of my system. I just want to enjoy the night with Eddie, which I think he's up to something because he has that look in his eye; and he keeps looking at Mel like they have some sort of grand scheme. Eh I'm sure it's nothing. I should ask mom if its ok if I stay in Eddie's room or vice versa. But she looks so peaceful with Max so I guess I can just wait until later; I can let Max have some time with Eddie at the hotel first then that will be the perfect time to talk to mom about moving rooms. And I had Kelly book an extra room for Mel, I don't think anybody knew she was coming except for Eddie and mom of course.

Kelly: "Loren you're trending on twitter worldwide! Do you know how huge this is!"

Eddie: "Aww that's great babe! I told you the whole world was going to open to you; and now it has finally seen Loren Tate."

Whenever Eddie said her name it sent a shiver down her spine. She never thought she would get that feeling from someone saying her name, but when he said it everything was different.

Loren: "Wow! I can't believe how fast this has all happened! I don't think I would have made it without you guys; you guys are what helped me get through this.

Jake: "Now don't go getting all sappy on us now! Save it for when you have time to write more great songs!"

Jake was happy that Kelly saw all the potential Loren had; he didn't see it at first but Kelly did and he knew how much Loren meant to Kelly that she was willing to give up her job; maybe Tracy was right, maybe Kelly and him did belong together.

-At the Hotel-

Loren could not believe her eyes as the limo pulled up in front of the New York Palace Hotel. The site was absolutely breathtaking, the front was beautiful with lights that accented the highlight in the brick, and a fence that wound all the way around. Loren figured she could get use to living life like this, but she was determined she was not going to let it change her. She never wanted to forget where she came from and what she went through to get where she was now.

Loren: "Wow! This place is amazing! 5 star hotels and a private jet; I could definitely get use to this."

Nora: "Now don't go all rock star on me, you still have to do the dishes and clean your room."

Nora knew Loren wouldn't let all the fame get to her, but she didn't want to lose her daughter to all the glamor she wanted Loren to remain true to herself.

Eddie: "Nora don't worry, pretty soon she'll be wishing she had her old life back."

Loren: "Don't count on that mom; although I might miss a few things out of it."

Eddie: "Hey after a while you won't even notice the paparazzi; it takes a while but trust me it will get easier to deal with them."

Loren: "Yea I don't know if I will ever get use to people trying to take pictures of me and then making it look bad or just people taking pictures in general."

Just as Loren said that she felt her phone go off. As she looked down she quickly realized she should have just ignored it.

Socalblue89: I watched your performance on Youtube I really think we need to work this out, I realize I wasn't there when you needed me but I want to be there now. Plz just give me a second chance; meet me for coffee when you get back to LA.

Nora: "Loren honey whats wrong; what do you see?"

Loren: "He texted me again."

Nora: "Who texted yo… your father?"

Loren was still upset all she could do was shake her head she didn't even realize Nora had taken her phone to read it; "well he clearly didn't understand when you told him last night you wanted nothing to do with him."

Eddie: "Wait when did you tell him that? I thought he didn't text you after you said to leave you alone."

Loren: "He didn't text me; he came to visit me and watch my performance at MK."

Eddie: "Oh Loren I'm so sorry; what did he say?"

Loren: "That he wanted a second chance, but I don't think I can give him one; he hurt me so much; and I don't want to experience that pain ever again."

Loren took her phone from her mom and texted him back, "leave me alone I told you I don't want to see you again, what makes you think that after 14 years its ok to try and come back into my life? Just leave me alone if I ever want to talk to you I will contact you. Enjoy your day Trent."

Eddie knew he had to get to the bottom of how Loren truly felt, but he didn't want to ruin her surprise. He was sure that was going to happen without any problems.