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“You really want to get an infinity symbol on your wrist?” I ask, and he nods.
“Yep, but I want it open on the side with shortcake written like you drew all those years ago, and yours will say Ten I See. Unless you don’t want that anymore?” His eyes drop and his shoulders slump. I pull him into a quick hug, then kiss his cheek.
“Yes, I still want.”
He looks in my eyes for a lie, but I show him it’s the truth. He gives me a beaming grin, then tugs me over to the chairs. I take a seat and give Kiki a nod. Memphis plops down on the one beside me and offers me his hand. I give him a wink and hold it, as they shave our wrists and prep us for the ink I’ve been waiting years for.
“I love you, shortcake,” he tells me and I smile, fighting not to blush. I know he means it just as a friend, and I’ve accepted that. Plus now we're family, though Jameson seems not to care about that fact with Kiki.
“I love you too Memph, always.”
e
“Where the fuck have you all been? We go on in twenty minutes and you haven’t even been to wardrobe,” Dolly screeches the moment we come around the corner. I wince and Memphis groans, dropping my hand and rubbing his temples.
“Damn, Dolly. Inside voice. Do you want to give us a migraine right before the show? Chill babe, takes me like three minutes to change.”
She gives him a glare then looks at me. “You may not need time but Cara sure as hell does. She is not going on stage like that.” I grimace and look down at my cute sundress and sandals. Memphis takes my hand and brings my eyes back up.
“You look gorgeous, shortcake. Ignore her. Gem will get you sorted.”
I give him a nod and head towards the dressing room they assigned to me. It’s the size of a shoebox compared to Dolly’s, but all I need is somewhere to change. Even if it is right next to the bathrooms.
Gem bustles in and throws her makeup bag on the small vanity they crammed in here. I button up the tight jeans they pulled aside for me and hold my breath a moment to get them buttoned.Jelly Bean you are going to get me busted.I take off my bra and put on the tight black corset, then take a seat. Gem’s eyes bulge at my boobs, and I groan. Yeah, they have grown a lot in the last week.
“Fuck, girl. Maybe we need to start dressing you like a nun. Those boys won’t be able to focus.”
I snort and roll my eyes. “I’m in the back. I don’t think anyone will even notice me.”
“Whatever you say,” she mumbles, then does my makeup really quick. I take my hair out of the messy bun and she runs a brush through my curls, before handing me the black cowboy hat with the rhinestones. Gaudy as hell, but that’s Dolly for ya.
“If she isn’t out here in three minutes,” Dolly screams from the hall and I groan. I think I seriously hate her more than Penny. I close my eyes and say a quiet prayer, like I do before every show.Mama, please watch over me and Jelly Bean and keep Memphis in your graces too. Keep Lay strong and Connor sane…and watch over Xavier, Jase and East. Help them make good choices and keep them away from evil. I know they’re good deep down. I miss you, Mama. Wish you were here.
“Okay babe, you're all set. Kick ass out there.” Gem puts some gloss on my pout, then helps me stand. I give her a quick hug, then hustle to the stage. Dolly is in the corner talking to one of the sound techs and I point. “What’s going on over there?” I ask Memphis and he shrugs, keeping his eyes glued to mine. He’s twisting his hands together and looks like he’s in pain. I step closer and touch his arm and he trembles.
“Are you okay?” I ask and he nods.
“Yep,” he squeaks, then runs out on stage. What the hell was that about?
Memphis
They’re trying to kill me. They are honest to god trying to kill me. Why the hell would they put Cara in a corset and tight jeans? Her tits are practically touching her chin. My dick is rock hard in my jeans, and I know playing tonight is going to be hard. I fought to keep my eyes on her, but my god. I just want to rip her top off and help those breasts breathe. Maybe give them mouth to mouth. The cue for me to enter the stage sounds, and I run out there like my ass is on fire. I grab my guitar from a roadie and hold it awkwardly over my erection, while waving to our fans. I place the strap over my neck and stick my hand in my jeans, trying to fix myself. Dolly comes on stage and the crowd goes wild, hopefully she’s enough of a distraction from me groping myself.
I will be having a talk with Gem about Cara’s wardrobe. She needs cardigans and maxi dresses and turtlenecks. Something.
Carson
“Wow, that was some show,” Gem says, as I walk back to my dressing room. I laugh and then start to cry. My nerves are completely shot right now after what Dolly did to me. Everyone thinks it was a microphone malfunction but the look of pure glee on her face before the mic shut off, then her look of horror, proves she tried to embarrass me in front of thousands of people.
“Hey, girl, hey.” Gem comes over and pulls me into a tight hug, shushing me. “It was incredible. You were amazing. Why are you crying?” I pull away from her and wipe my eyes with a weak laugh.
“I’m just so tired. It’s been a really long day. Can we go to the hotel now? I’d like to skip the after party tonight.” She gives me a nod and groans.
“Yes, please. How about we get some room service and just veg out and watch movies or something?”
“That seriously sounds like heaven. Let me just change really quick.” I rush to the little curtained area they have in this shoebox and rip the corset off, moaning so loud. Gem snorts. I don’t bother with a bra and pull my dress on over my head. I slip the jeans off and fold them nicely, then grab my flip-flops and purse. I hand the clothes to Gem and she laughs.
“I seriously love you, Carson Star. Not only are you sweet, but you fold your dirty clothes making my life ten times easier.” I shrug and she takes my hand. She grabs her things, flips the light switch off and tugs me down the hall.
