Chapter 3

9:50 am Aj's on front of Aly's door hoping shes all packed up and ready to go, with the driver waiting for them on the parking lot. Aly opens the door and sees her sister. Thankfully she did pack and was ready.
Aj walks in and helps grab some of Aly's bags. Before rolling out of the actual apartment Aj stops and see a bunch of pictures and items from the time where Aly and Matt where together all in the trash can. They both leave the apartment, load up the car and head off to the airport.

LAX...

Waiting to board the plane Aj decides to finally ask Aly..

Aj: So...before we left your place I noticed you did some cleaning..

Aly continues to stand there. Aj turns to her.

Aj: Aly I just wanna say I am really proud of you. I know that must of been hard on you to even pick up his things. But what you did, thats good. Shows your ready to move forward.

Aly: Yeah..I know it took me long enough. But I was thinking..(she turns and faces Aj) I mean this album, our comeback..Its basically a new start for us. Why not, you know?

Aj listening to the points that Aly's making.

Aly: Matt was something special. And it hurts like hell thinking and remembering about what we had. And referring it to as something we 'had'. But things happen for a reason, right? Better things will come, starting off with this record.

Aj: This is good. Hey you never know you could end up finding someone in New York.

Aly: Haha yeah I doubt it but ok.

The two board the plane..off to New York they go...

***NY***

Ricky at Stella's once again, pretty much his daily routine.
With an empty plate in front of him, nothing but a bit of crumbs from his waffles. He takes a couple sips of coffe while reading the news paper, Stella walks on over..

Stella: Whatcha reading today? (grabbing his empty plate)

Ricky: Just looking for some wanted show parts for local theaters.

Stella: Hun do you ever just take a break? You just got done with one show literally two days ago.

Ricky: Yeah but these are for small local theaters. Nothing that big and flashy unlike my other plays.

Stella: I still think you need to take a break.

Ricky puts the paper away in his messenger bag. And turns to her, Nothing in front of him but his coffee and bag on the side.

Stella: Much better. But just in case you wanna be smart with me. (She reaches in Raviv's bag, pulling out the paper and walks away)

Ricky: Hey!..*sigh* (grabs his coffee and see's a familiar man in a black dress shirt with blue strips walking into the cafe)

Joe: Hey Ricky!

Ricky: Oh hey Joe. If your looking for Stella shes probably at the back, thinking of new ways to ground me (he says raising his voice at the last part, purposely making sure she hears him)

Stella walking back out.

Stella: You shush. (pointing at Raviv)

Ricky giggles to himself and continues to drink his coffee.

Stella: Hey husband, whatcha up to?

Joe: Just got another call from James. Got another one of his bands playing at the bar tomorrow night. Kinda of a last minute thing. He asked for a favor, so I said of course.

Stella: Wow so who is it?

Joe: A band called 78 Violet?

Stella: Sounds like a porno.

Ricky: Probably is. (making a side comment)

Both Joe and Stella pause to stare at him, Ricky drinking his cup acting like he never said a word.

Joe: Well just letting you know I'm gonna be really busy today and tomorrow. Making sure everythings ready.

Stella: You need any help dear?

Joe: Oh well you don't need to but I can always use an extra hand.

Stella: Okay, not a problem. Raviv's free.

(Ricky putting his drink down shocked at Stella, but couldn't say no to Joe. Who has also been like a parent figure for him.)

Joe: Great see you later Rav.

Both Joe and Stella carry on go their separate ways. Ricky still sitting there shocked on the agreement.

Aly and Aj, who just recently changed their name to 78 Violet, haven't yet announced the news about the new name. They were waiting for that right moment. And now what better then to do it while they're in New York doing some promotions. They figure since this is basically like a new beginning for them, they might as well start off as if they are a new band coming into the business. No one has heard from these girls. Their sound changed a whole lot. New band, new name, and new beginnings. Might as well start right, just like waiting the new journey.
And what way is to promote first off of Area. Basically where people go for a good time and to discover new music.

Scene: Hilton Hotel. The girls are with their band in the suite waiting for their manager. Boys watching tv and girls looking at a Covergirl magazine.

Steve: So..explain to me again why were playing at 'Area'? (turning to the girls)

Aly: What do you mean? (Aj and Aly both staring at him and the rest of the guys turn to listen to the conversation)

Steve: Well I mean if were trying to promote this album and the new sound, shouldn't we be doing something a little more bigger then a small bar.

Aly: Area is famous. I mean yeah its a small bar but its where so many bands start out.

Aj: Really, its where people go to bring new material to the table. Where artist want to test out there songs instead of straight out putting it onto a CD or radio.

Aly: Its practically where music is discovered.

David: Yeah dude. Don't you know. (making a joke)

Steve: Shut up you were the one who told me to ask. (hitting David on the arm)

(everyone starts to laugh)

David: Where's James?

Aly: He'll be here any minute.

*knock on the door*

Aly: Oh thats probably him.

David walks to the door, opens it and see James standing there with Joe (owner of Area).

Steve: There he is (as James walks in Steve and Pete walk on over and give their manager a huge bear hug)

Pete: How you been, we've missed you?

James: You guys saw me like 4 days ago.

Pete: Hey, 4 days too long.

Aly and Aj walk on over to greet their manager James.

James: Guys, girls. This is Joe Price owner of 'Area'.

Aly and Aj both shake his hand. And the boys follow.

Aj: Its nice to meet you, I'm Aj. And this is my sister Aly. And these handsome fellas are Steve, David, Pete, and Brad.

Joe: Its nice to meet you all. I'm honored to have you guys play at Area tomorrow night. Everything seems to be setting up nicely. And I can't wait to hear you guys. If you need anything heres my card (handing a copy of Area business card to Aj). Right now is there any questions you might have?

Steve: Yeah is there any good place around to eat. (everyone looks over to him, nodding there head)

Steve: What? (he says confused)

Joe: Hahaha, its fine. Actually my wife owns a cafe down the street to Area.

Steve: Oh no I want food not coffee. (everyone give him the same 'just shut up already' reaction)

Joe: Haha yes they serve food. Its practically a restaurant. Her family was big on the coffee house business, but she wanted to be slightly different. Trust me you'll love it.

Steve: Sweet.

Joe: Haha, so if thats it I guess I'll see you all tomorrow. Have a good day.

Aj: okay, bye nice meeting you.

James and Joe both walk out of the room.

Brad: Really dude? (turning to Steve)

Steve: What I was just wondering.

David: So is that it? We're good for the day?

Aj: Yeah pretty much.

David: Awesome, whos down to explore? (grabbing his jacket)

Pete: I'm in.

Steve: Me too.

Brad: Yeah I'll go.

David: What about you two? (referring to the girls)

Aly: eh..you boys go ahead. Kinda wanna stay in.

Aj: Yeah me too.

David: Okay, if you say so.

The boys walk out. Leaving Aly and Aj alone at the hotel suite. Giving them more time to hang out, just the two of them.

Scene: Area..

Ricky walking around helping Joe set up the whole bar. Restocking supplies in the bar, moving furniture around, whatever task needed to do. Joe walks in..

Joe: Listen I really appreciate this Raviv. Really.

Ricky: Oh don't worry about it. I would of helped you out anyway, even if Stella didn't suggest it. Feel like I barely come in here lately. (he says while wiping down the counter top)

Joe: Yeah, haven't seen you. How is everything, you good?

Ricky: Yeah everythings fine. Just got done with another play. So looking for what else is out there. But just relaxing for now. Stella says I work too much.

Joe: Oh well can't say I don't agree. You've been doing play after play. You need to give yourself a break. I know its your passion and everything. But you deserve a breather. (grabbing another towel he helps Ricky wipe down tables)

Ricky listening to another one of the 'speeches'.

Joe: So dating anyone special?

The fact that Joe brought that up Ricky knew exactly where this conversation was going.

Ricky: She told you about Samantha didn't she?

Joe: Haha, Yup. We both know my Stella. Haha. But hey I'm not saying go for it or dont. We were both talking about it and I agree with her. You deserve someone special. I'm not saying Sams a bad girl. But you need the right one.

Ricky: So your saying Sam's not the right girl for me?

Joe: I'm saying...when you find the right girl. Questioning yourself wouldn't even be an option. There's a reason why shes 'right'.

Ricky thinking about what hes saying..

Joe: Hey why don't you come tomorrow night? Maybe you'll meet someone new.

Raviv: Yeah. I doubt it. But I'll still come.

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7:00pm

After a day of walking around times square the boys finally decided to stop by Stella's for some dinner. All fed full band members sitting around a table discussing about various of topics coming from models, the album, football, etc.
Raviv and Joe walks in...

Stella: Hey hun!

Joe: Hey sweetheart, how was your day? (walking up to the cash register where Stella was posted)

Stella: Just fine, btw your bands sitting right there. (pointing to where the boys are)

Joe: Yes I see that. Hey Ricky I'll be right back. (walking toward the bands table)

Stella: You want anything to eat? (talking to raviv)

Ricky: Yeah I'll just get a burger and fries to go please.

Stella: Coming right up. (turning to the back counter to the kitchen) Hey Cesar burger and fries for Ricky.

Ricky sits on the counter seats.

Stella: So how was the bar?

Ricky: We got must things done. I'm gonna come in tomorrow morning and help fix up the sound equipment.

Stella: I really appreciate you helping Joe.

Ricky: Even though you practically forced me into it? (making a joke)

Ricky: I'm just kidding. You know me well enough to know I would of still done it.

Stella smiling, agreeing with Ricky. Cesar places Ricky's order on the counter. Stella grabs the white paper bag and hands it over to him.

Ricky: How much do I owe you? (pulling his wallet out of his pocket)

Stella: On the house. For helping Joe today.

Ricky: Stella..I can't.

Stella: Ricky I mean it. Just take it, its on me today.

Ricky: Thank you. (smiles at her and leans in to kiss her cheek)

He begins to walk out when Joe stops him right when he reaches the door.

Joe: Ricky, come here for a second. (he says standing over the band of 78violets table)

Ricky walks over..

Joe: Guys this is Raviv Ullman. Ricky this is 78 Violet, there the ones playing tomorrow night.

Ricky: Hey. Nice to meet you guys.

Pete: You too man.

David: You look familar...have we met?

Ricky: Umm...no..I don't believe so.

David: You sure? I swear I've seen you before.

Ricky looking at him confused.

Ricky: Well I'm an actor. I've done a few scene acting and I was recently on Broadway.

David: Nah I don't watch plays. But I probably saw you on tv somewhere. I just really can't remember where or what show...well it really doesn't matter.

Ricky: Well..it was nice meeting you guys. I'll see you tomorrow.

David: Ight dude.

Steve: See ya.

Pete: Bye.

Ricky walks out of Stella's and Joe continues to talk with the guys.

Back to the girls hotel suite. The room is filled with sugar snacks from room service and both girls sitting up on the queen size bed watching 'The Notebook'.

The scene is the ending when Alli and Noah are fighting about what she wants.

"So it's not gonna be easy. It's gonna be really hard. We're gonna have to work at this every day, but I want to do that because I want you. I want all of you, for ever, you and me, every day."

Aly and Aj: *sigh* awwwww...

Aj having both her hands above her heart. And Aly holding a tissue in one hand to wipe away her tears from the sappy movie.

Aj: Why can't all guys be like Noah?

Aly: You mean real with his feelings and willing to go the extra mile?

Aj turns to Aly.

Aj: You still wish he'd come back?

Aly turns to her.

Aly: Some nights. But I know somewhere theres someone better...what about you Aj?

Aj: What about me?

Aly: Do you still think about Craig?

Aj turns back to the movie.

Aj: I mean rarely..but I'm ok now. Just like I know you will be.

They both exchange smiles and focuses back to the movie.