How will Kim do singing and what will her dad think about her new job and friends?
I hope you guys are liking this story. I have been working on it on the sidelines for awhile, but wasn't sure how it would go over. Let me know what you think. Love you all.
Disclaimer: I do not own Kickin It or any of the characters in it. I do not own any of the clothing mentioned in this chapter. I do not own any of the songs used in this chapter.
Chapter 3: Sing Your Heart Out
KIM'S POV
"Jules, can you do me a favor?" I said trying to keep my composure.
"Jules? Really what is that?" She asked teasingly.
"That is your new nickname. Would you mind taking care of table number 1? I put their order in and it should be up in a few. It is Jack and he is being a real jerk to me. I need to go sing, too." I gave her my puppy dog eyes.
"Fine, but you owe me. Go sing your heart out." She said with a smile.
"You got it. I am so excited to sing. It will help me with everything." I said as I hugged my friend. Then I realized that I hadn't called my dad and he would be home soon. I rushed over to Phil's phone and called the house. Dad actually answered. "Hi, Dad. I met some really nice kids today and tried out for cheerleading."
"That is great, sweetheart. When will you be home?" He asked.
"Well we all made it on the team so they brought me to Phil's Soda Shop to celebrate and I got a job here. I hope that is alright. I will be home in a couple hours." I replied.
"That is all wonderful, but I will pick you up. I don't want you walking home too late. Besides I will grab something to eat there." He said.
"Sounds great, Dad. See you in a few hours. Good bye." I said hanging up the phone. I ran back over to the band which was taking a small break to eat.
"Hey, guys. Phil said that he would love it if we would sing and could get people dancing and having a good time. So are you ready to let me show you what I can do?" I asked.
"How did you get Phil to agree to that?" Zayn asked.
"I used my powers of persuasion and I am working here with one of my friends to help him out. He was practically begging me to help you guys liven this place up a bit. So are you ready?" I asked sweetly.
"Sounds good to me." Liam said as he held his hand out to help me on the stage.
"Perfect." I said taking his hand and stepping up on the stage.
"What songs do you know?" Niall asked.
"I listen to music all the time and I have sang in a few bands before so just about anything. Do you guys 'One Fine Day' by the chiffons? That will definitely get this place moving." I answered him with a big smile.
"We can play that one." Louis replied. "But are you sure Phil is alright with this?"
I put my hand on his arm and batted my eyes at him and said, "Yes. He is thrilled about it."
He shook his head and laughed. "Powers of persuasion, huh?"
I nodded my head and grabbed the microphone.
"Alright, let's do this." Liam said excitedly.
They started playing and several of the kids in the soda shop turned around in shock. I was moving to the music on the stage and started singing. The guys even helped me out some with some harmonies. They are pretty good.
One fine day, you'll look at me
And you will know our love was meant to be
One fine day, you're gonna want me for your girl
People wanted to dance, but I could tell that some of them were nervous. I jumped down off the stage and grabbed Harry, who was sitting in a booth next to the stage. He didn't even hesitate. He started dancing with me instantly. Once we had started, others joined in and before I knew it, the place was jumping.
The arms I long for will open wide
And you'll be proud to have me right by your side
One fine day, you're gonna want me for your girl
Though I know you're the kind of boy
Who only wants to run around
I'll keep waiting and someday darling
You'll come to me when you want to settle down
I bowed to Harry and left him with another girl that was beside the dance floor. I stepped back up on stage with Liam's help. I looked out around the soda shop and everyone was dancing and having fun, except for one table. Jack….why can't he just have fun. I tried to ignore the fact that his eyes were glued to me and just have fun with everyone else. Why did he hate me so much?
One fine day, we'll meet once more
And then you'll want the love you threw away before
One fine day, you're gonna want me for your girl
I decided to not think about Jack and enjoy this moment to the fullest. I danced around the stage making eye contact with each one of the guys until they smiled at me. They even looked like they were having a great time.
One fine day, you're gonna want me for your girl
One fine day, you're gonna want me for your girl
One fine day, you're gonna want me for your girl
Everyone started clapping when we finished and you could see the look in their eyes that was begging us to go on. I looked over at Phil who looked thrilled. He gave me the thumbs up and before even discussing another song, the guys just started playing.
I looked at them shocked and Liam said, "I thought you said you knew every song and this is an audition, right?"
I smiled at him and nodded. "Ok. Let me get some backup." I said.
I quickly motioned for Julie and another waitress to come and join me. They ran up to help me and we took off. I looked at the girls and started singing.
Does he love me? I want to know
How can I tell if he loves me so?
They motioned to their eyes and I waved my finger at them. We were having fun and the crowd was dancing with us.
(Girls-Is it in his eyes?)
Oh no, you'll be deceived
(Girls-Is it in his eyes?)
Oh no, he'll make believe
I put my hand on my heart and then put two fingers to my lips and kissed them.
If you want to know
(Girls-Shoop, shoop, shoop, shoop)
If he loves you so
(Girls-Shoop, shoop, shoop, shoop)
It's in his kiss
(Girls-That's where it is)
They motioned to their faces and I shook my finger at them. Then they hugged themselves and I shook my finger and then hugged myself.
(Girls-Or is it in his face?)
Oh no, it's just his charms
(Girls-In his warm embrace?)
Oh no, that's just his arms
We each put our hands over our hearts and then touched two fingers to our lips and kissed them.
If you want to know
(Girls-Shoop, shoop, shoop, shoop)
If he loves you so
(Girls-Shoop, shoop, shoop, shoop)
It's in his kiss
(Girls-That's where it is)
Oh, it's in his kiss, that's where it is
Woah, hug him and squeeze him tight
Find out what you want to know
If its love, if it really is, it's there in his kiss
I slightly crossed my arms and motioned that is not the way. Then we each put our hands over our hearts and then touched two fingers to our lips and kissed them blowing kisses out to the audience.
(How about the way he acts?)
Oh no, that's not the way
And you're not listenin' to all I say
If you want to know
(Girls-Shoop, shoop, shoop, shoop)
If he loves you so
(Girls-Shoop, shoop, shoop, shoop)
It's in his kiss
(Girls-That's where it is)
Oh, it's in his kiss, that's where it is
I walked over to Liam and hugged him lightly around his shoulders. Then I kissed two of my fingers and placed them on his cheek. He smiled at me and I could almost swear that I saw him lightly blush.
Woah, hug him and squeeze him tight
Find out what you want to know
If its love, if it really is, it's there in his kiss
(Girls-How about the way he acts?)
Oh no, that's not the way
And you're not listenin' to all I say
If you want to know
(Girls-Shoop, shoop, shoop, shoop)
If he loves you so
(Girls-Shoop, shoop, shoop, shoop)
It's in his kiss
(Girls-That's where it is)
Oh, it's in his kiss
(Girls-That's where it is)
We all looked out to the crowd and danced. They were all dancing and having so much fun. Even Phil was getting in on the fun. This is amazing.
Oh yeah, it's in his kiss, that's where it is
It's in his kiss, that's where it is
It's in his kiss, that's where it is
It's in his kiss, that's where it is
It's in his kiss, that's where it is
It's in his kiss, that's where it is
It's in his kiss, that's where it is
It's in his kiss
Everyone clapped again and Julie and Chloe, the other waitress, took a bow and went back out in the audience to take care of customers.
"Can you handle more?" Liam asked.
"Bring it on. I can handle it." I said back with a smile.
JACK'S POV
I can't believe that I came here to get away from Kim only to have her thrown in my face over and over again. Julie came over to our table with a big smile on her face and started sitting our food down.
"You did really great up there." I said to her with a smirk.
"Thanks. It was a lot of fun. Kim is pretty amazing and I can't believe she has all of those seniors wrapped around her fingers already." Julie said quickly.
"Oh please. Those guys are not interested in her. Liam won't even date any of the girls in our class. You really think that he is going to pay attention to a junior. I don't think so." Claire spouted off.
Julie leaned over and looked her sister right in the eye and said. "Really? You don't think he is interested in her. I have never seen him look at you like that."
I had to laugh because I have never seen Julie stand up to her sister like that and Claire was speechless for once. It was kind of great. The other guys all laughed, too. This made all of the girls mad except Grace and Kelsey because they didn't like Claire anyway. They all got up and went to another table.
I honestly didn't care that they left. It just meant that I needed to find someone new to pay attention to. I couldn't help but look up at the stage where Kim was singing with more idiot jocks. What is it with this girl? Why are all these guys so interested in her even though I have sent out the word to back off? And why do I care really?
Liam looked out at the crowd and said, "We are going to slow it down just a little bit so ask that special girl to dance with you." He smiled and looked over toward Kim and she smiled back. I tightened and loosened my fist a few times without even realizing it.
As they started singing, the two of them were standing at the front of the stage together. I have always hated these jocks, but for this idiot to be looking at Kim like that was pushing me over the edge.
She laid her head on his shoulder and looked at him with her doe eyes while they sang.
(All)
When I fall in love
(Kim)
it will be forever
Or I'll never fall in love
(Kim)
In a restless world like this is
Love is ended before it's begun
And too many moonlight kisses
(Kim and Liam)
Seem to cool in the warmth of the sun
Watching the two of them sway to this song together was too much for me. I was ready to pound this guy into the ground.
(All)
When I give my heart,
(Liam)
It will be,
(All)
it will be completely
(Kim)
Or I'll never give my heart
I watched Kim as she sang and felt way too many feelings surging through me. The first of which was wondering how mad she would be when I jumped up on stage and knocked Liam out.
I felt someone put a hand on my shoulder and turned my head to see Jerry standing behind me. "Yo, you have to calm down, Dude." Jerry said.
"I'm fine." I replied with a smirk. "We just have a little problem with respect from these jocks. If I say that Kim is off limits until further notice, it means that they need to listen. If they don't, then we have a problem that needs to be dealt with."
"Jack, you said you weren't even interested so why not just let the jocks have their fun. She isn't the type of girl that is going to give them very much fun at all anyway." He said.
I looked at him in disbelief. "It is a matter of respect, Jer. If we let them get away with this, they will do more next time."
"I agree." Brody said as he joined our conversation. "Besides I am interested in Kim so I want that douche to stay away from her."
We both shook our heads at him trying to ignore him being ridiculous. "We just need to nip this in the bud." I said and they both nodded. I looked up to see them singing the final verse of the song. Kim really is too cute. Then that douche reached over and put his hand on her cheek while they sang the last line together.
(Kim)
And the moment I can feel that
You feel that way too
(All)
Is when I fall in love,
When I fall in love with you.
(Kim and Liam)
When I fall in love with you.
Everyone in the place was clapping except for me and my guys. I knew that we had to settle this tonight. I just hadn't decided the best way to do it yet. Normally, I would just do what needed to be done, but with Kim involved I found myself trying to find the way that would make her the least mad. I have never questioned myself like this before and as a leader, I can't afford to do it now. I just have to do what I need to and then deal with the fallout after because these jocks have got to be put back in their place and fast.
KIM'S POV
This was going to be a great year. I am not planning on dating anyone right now, but Liam seems like a nice guy. If the opportunity arose to go on a date with him, I would probably say yes. I know it sounds corny, but I was giggling like a school girl in my head at the thought of this senior showing any interest in me. The guys started playing the next song and I was dancing next to Liam as he played his guitar. I put my hand up on his shoulder as I started to sing.
It's my party, and I'll cry if I want to
Cry if I want to, cry if I want to
You would cry too if it happened to you
Nobody knows where my Johnny has gone
Judy left the same time
Why was he holding her hand
When he's supposed to be mine?
I went to the center of the stage and danced in place while I sang. I pointed out to the crowd and told them they would cry too.
It's my party, and I'll cry if I want to
Cry if I want to, cry if I want to
You would cry too if it happened to you
Niall came over to me with his saxophone and I leaned up against him, back to back. I looked at him over my shoulder as I sang. This seems to be a great group of guys. I am so glad I did this.
Play all my records, keep dancing all night
But leave me alone for a while
'Til Johnny's dancing with me
I've got no reason to smile
It's my party, and I'll cry if I want to
Cry if I want to, cry if I want to
You would cry too if it happened to you
I moved over to Louis who was playing the keyboard. I placed my hand on his shoulder and leaned my head on my hand. I sang the verse to him.
Oh, Judy and Johnny just walked through that door
Like a queen with her King
Oh what a birthday surprise
Judy's wearin' his ring
I moved to the back of the stage where Zayn was playing the drums and went right up behind him. I bent over and put my hands on his shoulders singing in his ear. He shook his head at me and then finally surrendered and smiled at me. I touched my finger to his nose and told him that he would cry, too.
It's my party, and I'll cry if I want to
Cry if I want to, cry if I want to
You would cry too if it happened to you
Oh it's my party, and I'll cry if I want to
Cry if I want to, cry if I want to
You would cry too if it happened to you
I looked out into the crowd and saw Jack and his guys standing just behind some people dancing. They all looked really serious and were staring up at us on the stage. I tried to focus on finishing the song, but it was hard since I was wondering what was wrong with this group of guys. I don't want any trouble and I hope that by me singing, I have not caused any for anyone.
It's my party, and I'll cry if I want to
Cry if I want to
its Judy's turn to cry ,turn to cry
"We have one more slow one for you guys tonight and then it is time for us to go." Liam said and the kids all seemed disappointed.
The guys started playing and I swayed to the music in between him and Niall.
(Liam)
When I want you in my arms
When I want you and all your charms
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
(All)
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream
While we were singing, I noticed Jack tensing up even more. He looked a bit intimidating now, but I had no idea how to fix this so I just kept singing.
(Kim)
When I feel blue in the night
And I need you to hold me tight
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
(All)
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam
As Liam moved closer to me, I tried to figure out what I could have done to make Jack so mad when he doesn't even know me. I had no clue, but I was going to have to settle this between us. I knew exactly what to do. I stepped off of the stage carrying my microphone with me and grabbed Jack by the hand.
He looked shocked at first and then he wrapped his arms around me and we danced together. I was making sure that we were keeping a safe amount of space between us. I wasn't really sure if this was the answer or not, but it couldn't hurt, right?
(Liam)
I can make you mine, taste your lips of wine
Anytime night or day
(All)
Only trouble is, gee whiz
I'm dreamin' my life away
It was my turn to sing so I turned my head and sang into my microphone as we continued to dance across the floor. Jack seemed to be enjoying himself so I didn't really see where the hostility between us was coming from. I guess I am just going to have to ask him.
(Kim)
I need you so that I could die
I love you so and that is why
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
(All)
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam
As Liam started to sing, I used the opportunity to talk to Jack quickly. "Jack, I don't know why you don't like me, but I just got this job and I love singing. Everybody else seems to love the music, too. So please don't cause any trouble that would take all of this away. I will stay away from you if you want." I pleaded with him.
He looked at me with a concerned look and then quickly turned it to a straight face. "Kim, this doesn't have anything to do with you really. We are having a little respect issue from the jocks and I have to take care of it. That's all. I don't even know you yet. I don't want you to go anywhere." He said and I looked at him questioningly for a second and then smiled.
(Liam)
I can make you mine, taste your lips of wine
Anytime night or day
(All)
Only trouble is, gee whiz
I'm dreamin' my life away
I knew what 'take care of it' meant though and I couldn't let something happen to Liam or any of the guys. "What is the respect issue? Maybe I can help with it, without any violence!" I said batting my eyes. I was running out of time.
"We will handle it." He said as he put his hand on my cheek and electricity ran through my body.
I looked into his eyes and begged. "Please don't hurt anyone, let me help. I have to get back on stage, but thank you for the dance."
It was my turn to sing so I turned my head to my microphone and looked up at the stage for a second to see Liam's worried face. I released Jack and walked toward the stage. Liam gave me his hand to help me up and I looked over my shoulder to see Jack's face completely change again. That's it! It is the attention I am getting from the jocks, but why would he care unless….he likes me. That is silly and I am sure that is not the issue!
I finished the song with Liam thinking about what I was going to do next.
(Kim)
I need you so that I could die
(Liam)
I love you so and that is why
(Kim and Liam)
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
(All)
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream
We took our bows and I turned back to the guys on stage who were all standing together discussing something. "Well?" I said while twisting lightly in place.
"You are in!" Liam said with a huge smile.
"Does everyone agree?" I asked coyly looking toward Zayn.
He smiled and nodded his head. "Yes, it is unanimous!" He shouted.
I couldn't control myself and ran forward to hug them all. "Thank you, guys. This is going to be amazing!"
They were all laughing and Liam pulled me to the side. "So what is up with you and Brewer?" He asked concerned.
"Who?" I said. "Oh, Jack?" He nodded his head. "Nothing really. He looked kind of angry and I didn't want there to be any trouble so I thought I would dance with him and try to talk to him about it. I really don't know what he is so mad about, but he said it was a 'respect issue.' I just don't want anything to mess this up for all of us with Phil." I explained.
"A respect issue, huh?" Liam repeated. "I know what it is and he is just going to have to get over it. Those guys can't keep pushing everybody around forever. I have ignored it until now; but I am a senior football player, I am not going to listen to a junior punk."
I looked up at Liam with my face full of worry. "Liam, please don't get into it with Jack. Whatever it is that he wants, let's just do it. I know guys like him and I don't want any of you to get in trouble or hurt." I put my hand on his chest trying to keep him from walking out to face Jack and his gang.
He looked down at me and put his hand on mine. "You are so cute. You know this is about you, right?" He said with a smile.
"Me? Why me?" I asked.
"You are new and he doesn't want anyone to pay attention to you until he decides if you are something he wants or not." As Liam said these words, I could feel that anger boiling inside of me.
"Who does he think he is?" I said angrily.
Liam laughed. "Calm down, Kim. We don't want any trouble, remember." He said teasingly.
I looked up into his face and had to laugh, too. Then I said, "Ok if that is what his problem is then he just needs to get over the fact that we are singing together. I will just talk to him and try not to hit him in the process." I added teasingly.
He smiled and then said, "Maybe I don't want to just sing together, Kim."
I stared at him in shock. "What do you mean?"
He stepped closer to me never taking his hand off of mine. "Maybe I would like to take you out sometime."
I swallowed hard and then smiled. "I thought we were trying to find a way to not cause trouble with Jack. Besides you are a senior and I am only a junior so don't tease me." I lightly scolded him.
"I am not teasing you and you are different than any girl at our school. I am not about to sit around a let one of these juniors steal you up first." He said looking over toward Harry and the other jocks at his table. "So would you like to go to the movies tomorrow and then we can come here and perform?" He asked so seriously.
I totally forgot about the issue with Jack and nodded my head. "Yes, I would love to. Will you be picking me up because my dad is a little strict about meeting guys before I go anywhere with them?" I asked while looking down at my feet.
He put his hand under my chin and made me look up at him. "I will be there at two o'clock. Will that be okay?" He said smiling.
"Yes. That will be perfect." I said smiling back. "I will see you then." I added and turned to jump off of the stage to go tell Julie. That is when reality hit me because I saw Jack and his guys heading toward the stage. Oh no, this cannot happen here!