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Chapter Nineteen
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“Don’t make me regretbringing you with me,” I tell Starr who is literally freaking the hell out as she waits to meet Annabelle, who’s signing autographs with Hudson backstage.
We’re standing off to the side, somewhat caddy corner behind the table they are sharing as to not get in the way of the hundreds of fans who paid a pretty penny to land their autographs. Hudson told Starr he’d make the introduction when they were done and my sister has been a basket case ever since.
I’ve been a bit of a basket case myself, but for entirely different reasons. Every time I see Annabelle reach over and touch Hudson’s arm or lean in and laugh I want to rip her head right off her shoulders.
It’s safe to say that I feel very threatened by Annabelle but I think just about anyone in my shoes would be. It’s hard to explain. I know I have nothing to worry about but deep down I can’t shake this feeling that I get every time I see the two of them together.
I know Hudson says that they are only friends, but I’m not blind to the fact that Annabelle wants to be more. Call it woman’s intuition or just a gut feeling, but I know if given her shot with Hudson, Annabelle would take it.
“She sure seems very handsy with your man,” Starr mutters into my ear, as if she was reading my mind at that very moment.
“So it’s not just me?” I question, feeling a little justified that someone else can see it too.
“Definitely not just you. Look at the way she keeps leaning into him and touching him. I’d be telling that bitch to keep her hands to herself.”
“I thought you loved Annabelle.” I raise a brow at her.
“Oh I do. But that doesn’t mean I won’t cut the bitch if she comes after my sister’s man.” She bobs her head.
I cover my mouth to keep my laughter in check, loving that my sister is so willing to throw down with a famous country artist to protect me. Of course, it wouldn’t be the first time she’s stepped up to have my back. Starr has always been a spitfire. Her freshman year in high school she throat punched Chad Hensley, who was a senior, for calling me a cunt.
“I appreciate you having my back. But I don’t think cutting will be necessary. At least I hope it won’t be.”
“I just can’t believe she flirts with him so openly knowing you’re standing right here.”
“A part of me feels like she’s doing it on purpose.”
“You think she’s trying to cause problems? Maybe create some doubt so she can make her move?” Starr asks, voicing my thoughts exactly.
“God I hope not. Just thinking it makes me feel like a paranoid crazy person.”
“This is show business, Lenny. They don’t play by the same rules that normal people do.”
“Known many famous people, have you?” I joke.
“Not personally, smart ass. But you’d be surprised how much you can learn about people on the internet.”
“You have way too much time on your hands.” I shake my head, laughing at my sister.
“Whatever.” She shoves my shoulder. “It would probably do you some good to learn a little more about celebrities considering your man is one.”
“Hudson isn’t a celebrity. He’s a country singer.”
“Same thing, genius.” She rolls her eyes. “Look, I get that he’s down to earth and cool and has this way of making you feel like he’s just another guy, but Lennon, he isn’t just a normal guy. The longer you live in la la land refusing to see that Hudson James is a big freaking deal, the harder it’s going to be for you to adjust once you’re forced to acknowledge it.”
“I’m not blind, Starr. I can see what’s happening.” I gesture around us.
“What’s happening?” Hudson’s voice washes over me.
I turn just as he slides in next to me, his hand instantly finding mine.
“Nothing. My sister is a nut job.” I shake my head, laughing when Starr sticks her tongue out at me. “You all done?” I glance behind him noticing a majority of the crowd has cleared out and Annabelle is now making her way toward us.
“Yep.” He nods.
