The next day the girls were awoke by three loud knocks on the door. Tamara got up and answered it. A MTV worker handed her three letters, one for each of their names on it. She handed each of them their letters.
Day 1- Jesse
Jesse opened her letter and this is what it said…
Jesse:
I have been told that you are not allowed to know where I am taking you… It’s supposed to be a surprise… But I am suppose to give you hints… so here goes…
1) A lot of famous people walk though here.
2) You may want to wear comfy clothes and walking shoes.
3) Maybe I’ll get one someday….
That’s all I can really think of… but I know you’re going to have fun.
See you soon,
Liam.
Jesse read her letter three times over, and then ran to the bathroom to get ready. She decided on a pair of Capri pants, and a simple white tank top. She was stumped on what to wear for shoes so she decided on a pair of flip flops. She went down to the lobby and saw someone looking around with his back to her. He was simply wearing jeans and a plain white t-shirt. He turned around and Jesse noticed that it was Liam Hemsworth. It felt as if her heart skipped a beat. She walked over and tapped him on the shoulder.
Jesse: Are you looking for someone?
Liam: Yeah… This girl Jesse… Do you know her?
Jesse: You could say that… I am Jesse.
Liam: Really? That’s awesome let’s get going then.
Jesse: Ok.
They left the lobby and a black limo was parked outside waiting for them. Liam opened the door and Jesse got inside. Jesse pulled out her pink Blackberry Storm and texted both Tamara and Vicky:
From: Jesse
OMG!!! He is soooo sweet!!!! He held the door open for me.
She didn’t wait for them to text back, she just but her phone in her bag.
Jesse: [shyly] So… where are we going?
Liam: [flirting] Didn’t I say that it was going to be a surprise?
Jesse: [mumbles under breath] I never did like surprises.
Liam: He you signed up for this.
Jesse: True enough…
Liam: [leans over and touches Jesse’s hand] You have no need to worry. You will have an amazing time I promise.
Jesse: Ok…
Liam looked out the window as the limo stopped.
Liam: We are here.
He opened the door and held out a hand for Jesse. She grabbed it and he helped her out.
Jesse: [laughing] I get it.
Liam: [confused] Get what?
Jesse: The clues. You know for the walk of fame?
Liam: Yeah sorry about those… I’m not very clever when it comes to clues.
Jesse: I think you did a good job… I didn’t figure them out did I?
Liam: True…
Vicky-
Vicky opened her letter and it said,
Vicky:
Well… let’s see… Where we are going dream can be made or crushed… kinda… Without this you may not know where you are. It can be a sign into the future. You may want to wear something light, and bring your sunglasses.
Nick
Vicky pulled on some denim short shorts and a tight black tank top. She pulled on her favorite pair of bright red Converse’s. She pulled her hair back into a loose pony tail and left. She was nearly bouncing with excitement when she got to the lobby. Besides the hair, the first thing that gave Nick away was his red, blue, and yellow paid shirt. He was also wearing black shorts. Vicky walked right up to him.
Vicky: Hi. I’m Vicky.
Nick: Why hello Vicky. I’m Nick Jonas.
Vicky: Yeah I know.
Nick led the way to the limo that was waiting for them outside. As a gentleman would he opened and held the door open for her.
Vicky: Thanks.
Nick: No problem.
They both got in the car. At first it was kinda awkward because no one was talking.
Nick: So… Don’t you want to know where we are going?
Vicky: It doesn’t matter… I’ll find out soon enough won’t I?
Nick: Yeah… You will.
Vicky: I’m pretty sure I can wait.
Nick: Ok…
They sat in silence for the rest of the trip. The car stopped.
Nick: Close your eyes.
Vicky: Why?
Nick: You said it was suppose to be a surprise.
Vicky: [rolling her eyes] Fine.
She closed her eyes and Nick helped her out.
Nick: Now open your eyes.
Vicky did as she was told. She couldn’t believe that she was standing in front of the Hollywood sign.
Vicky: Oh. My. Gosh! I can’t believe it… this has only been one of my biggest dreams ever. Thank you so much Nick!
She got so excited that she jumped into Nick’s arms and hugged him. He stood in shock until she let go. She stared at him as her face got red and she felt really hot.
Vicky: I’m sorry… I got carried away.
Nick: It’s ok… I’ve had worse…
Tamara-
Tamara opened her letter very carefully,
Tamara:
We will be taking the sea by storm… Well hopefully there is no storm. The waters may be rough, so wearing a swimsuit wouldn’t be a bad idea. Sunscreen maybe in the works depending how long you decide that we stay out there. A big thing that you will need would be your sunglasses. I hope I’m not giving too much away… See you real soon.
Joe
Tamara put the letter on the bed, and got her swimsuit on. She really didn’t want Joe to be seeing her in her swimsuit… but he picked what they were doing. She wore a pair of dark blue jeans and a form fitting white t-shirt over her swim suit. She put on a pair of flip flops, grabbed her sweater and sunglasses then left the room. After she shut her door, she turned around quickly and bumped into someone. They hit so hard it caused both of them to fall onto the floor.
Tamara: Oh my… I’m so sorry. Are you ok?
Tamara quickly realized who she was talking to.
Joe: [laughing] Yeah I’m fine. Are you ok?
Tamara: Yeah I think so…
Joe: Are you Tamara?
Tamara: Yes… Unfortunately.
Joe: Why do you say that?
Tamara: Because I just made a total fool out of myself.
Joe helped her up staring her in the eyes the entire time.
Joe: Nonsense. Think of it this way… If you keep making first impressions like that, no one will ever be able to forget you. I know I won’t forget you. Shall we?
Tamara: [blushing] Sure.
She had just noticed now that he was wearing a tight white shirt, and what looked like black swimming trunks. He also wore white Ray-Ban sunglasses. They didn’t say anything until they got into the limo.
Joe: I’m not trying to be mean or anything but did you read the letter?
Tamara: Yeah I did. I’m wearing my swimsuit.
Joe: Oh… ok sorry…
Tamara: It’s ok… I get that a lot… My parents are very old fashion. So I was raised not to show much skin.
Joe: I understand.
They didn’t speak much after that. The driver pulled right up to a dock. Joe got out and helped Tamara out of the car.
Joe: I hope you don’t mind sailboats.
Tamara: No I really don’t mind them.
Joe: Ok Awesome.
Joe leaned back in the car and grabbed their sweaters. They walked down the dock and Joe helped Tamara on to the boat. Joe went and talked to the captain, and then came back and stood by Tamara.
Tamara: I haven’t been on a boat since I was seven. I used to love it.
Joe: What happened? If you don’t mind me asking?
Tamara: My grandpa died… And my parents buried themselves in work so they wouldn’t have to deal with it. It seemed like my whole family did. Everyone in my family is really close, and when he died everyone drifted apart. The only time I see anyone in my family other than my parents is when I make arrangements to go and visits. And actually I haven’t seen my grandma since his funeral.
Joe: I’m so sorry.
Tamara: It’s ok… I’m done being depressed. I’m sorry I don’t normally spill my heart out to people I’d just met.
Joe: It’s ok. I really don’t mind.
Tamara: It just feels so right talking to you.
Joe stared into her eyes like he had earlier and it seemed like they were they only two people in the world. Joe wondered ‘had she felt it too?’ She must have because she was staring back. It seemed as if that they were going to share a kiss. As if a reflex Joe slowly leaned in. Tamara noticed what he was doing and she stepped back. Before she knew it, she had tripped over a rope and fell over the edge. She let out a loud scream as she fell. Joe stood there in shock for a minute before jumping in to help her. It was a good thing that they weren’t too far from the dock. After Joe got his arm around Tamara he pulled her to the dock. He laid her on the dock.
Joe: [concerned] Are you ok?
Tamara: [out of breath] I think so… Thanks.
Joe: Let’s go and get you warmed up ok?
Tamara: Ok that would be good. I’m pretty sure Vicky and Jesse would be concerned if I came back to the hotel all wet.
Joe: Do you mind if we go back to my hotel and I can dry your clothes.
Tamara: Ummm… Ok.
Joe grabbed his sweater from the boat, and they started walking. The limo was supposed to drop them up and pick them up at the time that Joe had indicated which wasn’t for quite awhile. Joe noticed that after a while, Tamara started shivering.
Joe: Why don’t you take off your wet sweater and put mine on?
Tamara: Won’t you get cold?
Joe: Nah, besides you look like you need it.
He handed her his black sweater. He helped her take off her wet sweater. She put on his sweater, and it was about four sizes to big for her. It smelled of the perfect mixture of coffee and cologne.
Jesse-
Once Liam and Jesse were done at the Walk of Fame, they went to a Starbucks. They were sitting at a table drinking their drinks.
Liam: So Jesse tell me about yourself.
Jesse: Well… What do you want to know?
Liam: How about… Do you have any siblings?
Jesse: Yes.
Liam: How many?
Jesse: I have an older brother who is 19, and a little sister who is almost 1.
Liam: Names?
Jesse: Jacob and Julia.
Liam: Do your parents have a thing for ‘J’ names?
Jesse: [laughing] I think so. Anything else?
Liam: Yeah lots.
Liam kept asking question, trying to learn some more about Jesse. The time seemed to pass by so fast that they didn’t even notice it was time to leave until the limo driver came in and told them. They got into the limo and drove back to Jesse’s hotel.
Jesse: I had a really fun time Liam… Thanks.
Liam: No problem. You thought today was fun wait until Wednesday.
Jesse: That’s right I get to pick what we do tomorrow. Any ideas?
Liam: It’s up to you… I’m not supposed to know remember?
Jesse: Right…
Liam walked Jesse into the hotel, gave her a quick hug and left. Jesse walked up to the room and took a shower. She knew that everyone’s ‘date’ would last about the same time, so she knew that Vicky and Tamara would be back soon.
Vicky:
After Vicky and Nick took pictures at the Hollywood Sign, they just went for a simple walk. Nick was pointing everything out as they saw.
Vicky: I know what’s in Hollywood… Tamara’s parents own a cabin outside of Hollywood; we come here all the time.
Nick: Oh… Sorry.
Vicky: Really it’s fine… I actually appreciate it. Thanks.
Nick: No problem.
Vicky and Nick walked around until it was time to get picked up. They got into the limo, and talked about almost everything. It made the time pass by so fast that they hardly even realized that they were at the hotel. Nick walked her in and said goodbye. She walked upstairs, and into her room. When she got in there Jesse was sitting on the bed watching MTV.
Vicky: Hey Jesse.
Jesse: Hey, how’d it go?
Vicky: It was amazing. He took me to the Hollywood sign, then we walked around and he pointed out all the sites I should know. Yours?
Jesse: It was awesome. We went to the Walk of Fame, then to Starbucks. He kept asking me questions trying to figure me out I think.
Vicky: Sounds like fun.
Jesse: It was… but now I just have to figure out a way to top that.
Vicky: I already know what I’m doing.
Jesse: What’s that?
Vicky: I’m taking him to a roller disco.
Jesse: That would be so much fun. See I want to do something outdoors.
Vicky: Why do you do a picnic at the beach or something?
Jesse: That’s a great idea. I’m totally going to do it.
Tamara-
Once they got back to Joe’s hotel, he gave her a pair of sweat pants and t-shirt of his to wear. She came out of the bathroom, and gave him her clothes.
Joe: I’ll be right back. I’m gonna go get these dry for you.
Tamara: Ok… thanks.
Joe: You’re welcome.
Joe left the room and Tamara just looked around. He must have shared the room with one or both of his brothers, because there were two guitars, and two beds with two suitcases on it. Tamara suddenly had a good idea for a song, so she pulled out her notebook and started to write. She was so into her writing that she didn’t even notice that Joe had come back in and sat beside her.
Joe: What are you writing?
Joe startled Tamara causing her to jump and drop her notebook on the floor. She hurried to pick it up, but Joe got to it first. He grabbed it and it was opened. He read it over.
Joe: Are these songs?
Tamara: [embarrassed] Yeah…
Joe: They’re really good.
Tamara: Not as good as yours.
Joe: Pretty close… Will you sing me one?
Tamara: Ummm…
Joe: Come on I bet you’re really good.
Tamara: [shyly] I don’t sing very much in front of people. And besides I’m not very good.
Joe: I wouldn’t know I’ve never heard you sing
Tamara: [quietly] And you probably never will.
Joe: Why is that?
Tamara: I don’t sing in front of people. And that’s final.
Joe: Ok it’s up to you. I’m not going to force you to do anything you don’t want to do.
Tamara: Ok… thanks.
Joe: So what are we doing tomorrow?
Tamara: I don’t know… Do you have any preferences?
Joe: Something that means a lot to you and that is fun.
Tamara: Ok… I think I can do that.
Just like earlier on the boat, Joe just stared at her and he felt a spark that he hasn’t felt in a while. Tamara just stared back at him trying to figure out what drew her to him.
Tamara: [thought]
What does he see in me? I’m not like any of the other girls he dates… I’m not famous… I’m not pretty… I’m nothing…
Tamara came back from her thoughts and noticed that Joe was leaning in again. Before she had time to react, someone burst through the door.
Nick: Hey Joe how was your fan thing today?
Joe shot up faster than Tamara had ever seen anyone.
Nick: Oh… I see that she is still here.
Joe: Nick this is Tamara. Tamara this is my younger brother Nick.
Tamara: [shyly] Hi…
Joe: Maybe I should be getting you back to your hotel.
Joe led the way out to the elevators. Once in the elevator he called someone. They got to the main floor, walked through the lobby, then out to where the limo was waiting. Neither of them said a word the entire way back to the hotel. Once they got there, they walked inside. Joe gave Tamara a hug and said goodbye. Tamara went upstairs to her room where Vicky and Jesse were waiting.
Jesse: Finally you’re back!
Tamara: Yeah… I am.
Vicky: Did you really wear that on you date?
Tamara: Umm… No its Joe’s…
Jesse: No way! What happened?
Tamara: Well he took me on a sailboat and me being the clumsy person I am, I fell in.
Vicky: And he gave you some of his clothes to wear?
Tamara: Yeah.
Vicky and Jesse: Tell us everything!
Tamara: I’m really tired… I’m gonna go to bed.
Tamara went and got her pajamas, went to the bathroom and changed. She did her nighttime routine, then came out and crawled into bed. She had her back facing Vicky, and just thought about how she might be falling for someone she could never have.
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