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Date Posted: 01:28:18 09/12/02 Thu
Author: Sonali
Subject: TORN - CHAPTER 7

CHAPTER 7

“Justin relax. I think you know I’m capable of picking a person up from the airport,” I said. The week had flown by and it was already Wednesday. Justin had wanted to pick Britney up himself but he had the soundcheck party and even if he didn’t, it wouldn’t be the smartest or safest idea.

“I know, I know. I’m just excited to see her,” he said. I smiled. He really did love her and it was sweet and endearing.

“And Mike will be with us so you know we’ll be okay. You told her what I look like. I have all her flight information and she has my cell number in case she needs to get a hold of me.”

“Okay, you’re right. I just need to relax. Thanks so much for going. I didn’t want her to take a cab.”

“How many times do I have to tell you to not thank me? Need I remind you that I’m being paid, and very well at that?” Justin started laughing.

“AGH! Why can’t she be here right now?”

“Do I need to duct tape you down or something? You’re like the after effects of a 5-year old let loose in a candy store for three hours.”

“Is that your creative way of telling me I’m hyper?”

“Yeah.”

“I liked that one.”

“Thanks.” Just then my phone rang.

“Sonali, it’s me, Joey. I heard they have this really good Chinese food restaurant here in town and it’s on the way to the airport. Do you mind getting me something?” I laughed.

“Of course not, Joe. What do you want?”

“Orange chicken, some egg rolls, and fried rice.”

“That’s it?”

“Yeah, the other guys don’t want anything. I love you!”

“Uh huh, sure.”

“C’mon. I’m not hanging up until you say it back!”

“Love ya too, Joe.” With that, I hung up.

“Please tell me that man did not ask you to pick up food for him?” I tried not to smile.

“Um, so I think I’m gonna head out…”

“Oh my god, he’s a freaking beast! That man consumes more food than the five of us put together!” We both cracked up.

“Oh leave him alone. So the man likes to eat. His body certainly doesn’t reflect the true amount he likes to consume.”

“True…what are you getting?”

“Chinese. It’s on the way to the airport…oh shit! I completely forgot to ask him the name of the place.” I sighed and Justin laughed. I called Joey.

“Hey sexy mama. Took you long enough.”

“What if I hadn’t called?”

“Not possible.”

“Just give me the name.”

“Leann Chin.”

“Dumbass.”

“Love you too.” With that, we both hung up.

“So do you want anything,” I asked Justin.

“Sure. Surprise me. Whatever looks good.”

“Okay, I’m gonna get going. I’ll see you at the venue in a few hours.”

“Alright, see ya,” Justin said as I walked out. I found Mike and he offered to drive.

“Thanks, I’m exhausted,” I said as I sat down in the passenger seat.

“You know, I’ve been with these fools from the beginning and they’ve had their fair share of PA’s and I have to say none of them were as good as you,” Mike said.

“Aww, Mike, stop!”

“Sonali, I’m serious. Not only are you good at what you do, you never complain and we all like you. Plus, you’re easy on the eyes too.”

“Well it’s not too hard to be an errand-runner and I’m flattered that you all like me and I’m easy on the eyes as you put it. You guys are so bad yourself,” I said playfully.

“Aww shucks,” Mike joked. We laughed and talked until we got to the airport. Mike pulled out the special pass which allowed us to not have to park in the garage but leave the car right outside the terminal so we could leave as fast as we could.

“Okay United flight 503. Gate A4 on the Red Concourse,” I said.

“Lead the way,” Mike said. I found it and with perfect timing. The flight was pulling up to the gate. Mike looked around, trying not to see suspicious or raise any suspicion around us. Thank goodness it wasn’t too crowded.

“Good timing, huh? And not too crowded either,” I said.

“Yup, just the way I like it. Are you nervous?”

“No, should I be?”

“The last PA was so nervous meeting her she was sweating buckets. It was hard not to laugh.”

“I can imagine. But I wasn’t too fazed by the guys. The way I think of it, she’s a regular person with a lot of perks.”

“True. And here she comes,” Mike said. I saw her step off the plane and I smiled. She was wearing a lavender halter top and jeans. Her hair was in a bun on her head and so were her sunglasses. Mike walked over and took her duffel bag.

“Mike, stop it. I can carry that. Wait until you see the size of my suitcase,” she joked.

“Oh lord,” he said.

“Hi, you must be Sonali,” Britney said sweetly.

“Yes I am. It’s nice to meet you. Why don’t we get the rest of your luggage and get outta here? I almost had to pull out my duct tape and tape Justin to a chair! That boy is so excited to see you!” Britney laughed.

“I was like that this morning. It’s been too long since I last saw him.”

“Okay, well let’s go then. And we have to make one pit-stop for some food.”

“Let me guess – Joey?”

“Yup.” We all started laughing and headed to the baggage claim, got her big ass suitcase and headed to the car.

“I’m so excited to be here! Are you gonna come out with us tonight,” Britney asked.

“I’m not sure. It depends on how much work I get done. Things are getting a little more hectic as Challenge gets closer. I can’t wait for that,” I said.

“Either can I! I thnk I’ll have to leave when that’s over. But I just got here so I’m not gonna think about leaving!”

“No kidding. Besides, that’s a good month to enjoy. Please stay so I have another girl in my presence!”

“Oh my god, you poor thing. I can only imagine the torture you have to go through.”

“Oh yeah, the burping, the farting, the incessant teasing, exactly what a girl needs and wants!” We cracked up.

“God, no wonder the guys like you so much. You really are a sweetie.”

“Believe me, I can be a bitch when need be, but thanks.”

“Girl, you are looking at a profession need-be bitch!” The rest of the ride was full of talking and laughing, getting to know one another better. She really was a sweetie. We finally got to the hotel and headed upstairs.

“Okay, my room is 3216. Either call me or come over whenever you’re ready to head over to the venue, okay?”

“Thanks Sonali. I just wanna freshen up and change. I’ll be there in a few minutes.”

“Take your time. See ya,” I said as I entered my room. I quickly got into the shower and washed my hair. I got out and got dressed. I heard a knock on my door and answered.

“Hey,” Britney said.

“Hi, come in. I’ll be ready in two minutes,” I said as I combed my wet hair and scrambled to get my planner and phone.

“Relax. Take your time. Holy shit, you have a ton of hair!”

“Tell me about it. I think I’m gonna leave it down.”

“Yeah, I wanna see what it looks like when it’s dry.”

“Well if I don’t pull gel in it, it looks like I stuck my finger in the electric socket. Frizzy and scary.”

“I’m dying for my hair to be long but it doesn’t want to grow so I opt for extensions.”

“Well mine grows like weeds and I hate it. Alright, shall we go?”

“We shall,” she said with a smile.

“You and him both have that goofy little grin. Could y’all be any cuter?” Brit laughed.




“Here Joe, you might wanna warm it up,” I said handing him his food. I put Justin’s down and was about to dig into mine but Johnny came over to me so I sat mine down as well.

“Hey Sonali, I just wanted to make sure you didn’t have any problems at the airport,” Johnny said.

“Nope, thankfully! I had Mike with me just in case,” I said with a smile.

“Good. I wanted to let you know that next week, there’s that mini-break for three days. If you want, you can take that time to break from all this chaos and head home. We’ll pay for the airfare and all of that.”

“Oh, thanks Johnny. I’m not sure if I’ll go home because it’s likely that my family will hold me captive,” I said jokingly. He laughed.

“Okay, well wherever you decide to go, let me know and I’ll arrange everything. You deserve a break. I don’t know what I would have done without your help arranging Challenge.”

“Oh don’t worry about it. I was just glad that I was able to help out.”

“Okay, I have a billion things to do so I’m gonna go. Take care sweetie,” he said as he rushed off in another direction. I smiled.

“SONALI! I need your help,” Chris rushed over to me.

“What?”

“Okay, you have to swear not to laugh.”

“Okay, I swear. What happened?”

“I was chasing Lance and my pants got caught on something and they ripped. Can you fix them? I can’t find Lana!” I smiled and shook my head.

“Alright, let’s go fix your pants.” He smiled and we went to the dressing room. I found a sewing kit and he gave me his pants.

“Just wait until I find that dumbass,” Chris said.

“You think you’d learn your lesson the first time. And I don’t even wanna know why you were chasing him.”

“Fine. I wasn’t going to tell you anyways. Hey, isn’t Brit here?”

“Yup, she sprinted off to find Stinky.”

“Man, those two make me sick – acting all cute. Naw, I’m joking. They really do make a cute couple. I’m happy for them.”

“What about you and Michelle?”

“Eh, we’re kinda like friends with benefits. We both understand and are happy maintaining the status quo with our relationship.”

“Well as long as you’re both happy, that’s all that matters.”

“Yup, so are you gonna go home next week?”

“I dunno yet. I don’t want to spend so much time on a plane. What are you doing?”

“Not sure yet. But you’re more than welcome to join me.”

“I may just take you up on that.”

“Good.”

“Okay, here are your pants. Once you find Lana, make sure to show her in case she needs to make any more alterations.”

“Thanks mom.” I rolled my eyes and headed out in search of my food.

“Hey Sonali, thank you,” Justin yelled. I turned and saw him walked with Brit, arm around her shoulder, both of them beaming. I smiled.

“What did I say about thanking me?”

“Oh yeah. Oh well.” He grinned.

“Sonali, have you decided if you’re coming out tonight,” Brit asked.

“Um, I’m gonna have to pass. I have a ton of work to do. Next time, though, okay?”

“Alright. See ya later,” she said.

“Remember Brit, no glove no love,” Chris yelled.

“Allow me. Christopher Kirkpatrick, I’m about to whoop ya,” I yelled before I broke off to chase him so I could smack some sense into him.

“I owe you Sonali,” Brit said.

“Hey, this is what they pay me the big bucks for.”

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