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“Rude,” Alexis rolled her eyes, then smiled at Blake. They kissed softly, and Skylar longed to have a life and a love like them. Thankfully, she knew she’d found that in Elena.
“We’ll keep that in mind.” Elena winked at Skylar. “Skylar and I still have some things to figure out, but you all will be the first to know when we do.”
“All I’m saying is if you move to the East Coast, I’m moving too.” Fallon dryly laughed. “I’m over LA and need a change.”
Blake perked up. “Well, you know, if you wanted to move to the East Coast, I started a production company out of the Cove. It’s small right now; we only have one documentary film out that didn’t get a premier or anything, but the feedback has been good. I know it’s way below the level of your normal work, but I’d love to work with you if you’re interested.”
“And she says I try to dictate people’s lives,” Alexis teased.
“I’m just offering Fallon a job if she’s interested.”
“Mhmm.”
Fallon’s laugh was more authentic now. “Oh, I didn’t know that. You’ll have to give me more information on that.”
“Of course. Yeah, totally.” It was funny to see the normally poised Blake suddenly flustered. She fumbled in her bag and pulled out a business card, handing it to Fallon. “You can call me whenever.”
“Thanks, I will.” Fallon tucked the card into her purse and then looked at Elena. “So, are you still doing okay after all the press last week?”
“I am,” Elena let out a relieved sigh.
In the past week, Elena had done several interviews about her coming out story. She had been all over social media, which had been great press for herself and the band. Even Skylar had been involved in some of the interviews, which she had mixed feelings about. Sure, she loved talking about how much she loved Elena, but some of the interviewers wanted personal information from them. Thankfully, Riley had been there to step in whenever needed.
“It’s so nice not to have to hide anymore. And now I get to kiss this one on stage anytime I want.”
Elena leaned in and kissed Skylar.
“I’m a huge fan of that,” Skylar quipped as she looked at her smartwatch. “Hey, we should probably get back for soundcheck. Johnny will be pissed if we’re late.”
“Again.”
After paying the tab, the group of friends piled into the limo that Fallon had once again rented and headed for the venue. Skylar wasn’t surprised to find her dad and Atlas waiting for them when they got back. Steven was wearing a vintage Maine Event T-shirt under a plaid shirt with jeans—a very typical Steven Ford look. She ran over to him and gave him a hug.
“Hey, Daddy.”
“Hey, Peanut.” He kissed her forehead. “You look good.”
“I am good. And so much better now.” Crouching down, Skylar rubbed Atlas behind the ears as he licked her face. “I’ve missed you too, buddy.”
“I’m sure she missed the dog more than you.” Elena walked over and gave Steven a hug. “Good to see you again, Steven. Thanks for coming out to the show.”
“I wouldn’t miss seeing my girl on tour again. And hey, congrats on coming out. I know that was hard, but I’m proud of you.”
Skylar looked up to see Elena’s eyes fill with tears as she hugged Steven again.
“And hey, I bought you this.”
Reaching into the black bag by his feet, Steven pulled out a Set the Record Gay T-shirt that featured its Pride logo from a few years ago. They had made the record in the logo a rainbow for the occasion, and all the proceeds went to support LGBTQIA+ youth. Elena smiled widely at the shirt.
“Oh, my goodness. I love it.”
“I know it’s corny.”
“It’s not corny. I honestly love it. Thank you, Steven.”
“Ellie,” Skylar nodded toward the woman walking toward them. It was Adele, with a bouquet of flowers in her hand.
“Mom!” Elena ran to her mom, giving her a big hug. Although she couldn’t hear what they were saying, Skylar knew they were happy to see each other.
