Chapter 3
The auditions were long and tiring. Rachel was glad they were finally done. She listened as Fatima announced who made it. “And the last person is…” Fatima began. Rachel felt anxiety rushing all over her body. Her name hadn’t been called and she was afraid she hadn’t made it. “Rachel” Fatima finished. Rachel was shocked. She didn’t think she had done that well. She started screaming. The Boys ran to her and hugged her while saying things like “Congratulations” and “Welcome to the Backstreet family.” Rachel saw Kristin standing in a corner. She appeared upset. Rachel felt bad that she made it and Kristin didn’t. She tapped Kevin on the shoulder and pointed to Kristin. He went to comfort her. “Lookit Kristin. I feel bad for her.” Rachel said to the other Boys. They looked at the couple standing in the corner. They appeared to be fighting. “Shhh” Rachel hissed. She wanted to hear what was being said. “You are good. If I was judging I woulda picked you.” Kevin said. “Why don’t they let you guys pick?” Kristin asked. “If we picked, the dancers would be anyone who was willing to sleep with AJ.” Kevin said. “Hey! I-“ AJ didn’t get to finish his sentence because Rachel clamped her hand over his mouth. “Rachel probably can’t dance to save her life. She probably got in because she sucked up to the judges.” Kristin said angrily. “Have you ever seen her dance? She is talented.” Kevin said. “I'm not talking about lap dancing.” Kristin snapped. “What are you talking about?” Kevin asked. “It’s obvious that you like her.” Kristin said. “As a friend, yes. As more than a friend, no. I've known her for so long she’s like a sister to me,” he said. Kristin turned and started off. “Kris! Wait. Come back. I wasn’t done talking to you!” Kevin shouted. “I don’t have to. You can’t make me,” she said. “Come here!” Kevin said sternly. “I'm not your dog,” she said. “But she is a bitch.” Rachel said quietly. AJ laughed. “I like your sense of humor. I have a feeling we’re going to become good friends,” he said. * * * “Great. Now she’s not talking to me.” Kevin said. “Kev, you two fight like every other day.” Brian said. Rachel felt a flicker of hope. If they fought a lot, maybe their relationship would end. “Well is she coming on the tour with us?” AJ asked. “Probably not.” Kevin said. Rachel caught AJ’s eye and she saw the happiness in his eyes. She laughed to herself. “Kev, you gotta go get fitted for your costume now.” Howie said as he returned from his costume fitting. Rachel watched as he walked away. He has one fine ass. She thought to herself. Nick, AJ, and Brian had left to go talk to management about an idea they had come up with. Howie noticed how Rachel seemed mesmerized by Kevin. He placed his hand on her shoulder, causing her to jump. “You scared me. I thought you went with the others,” she said. “You like him don’t you?” Howie said. Rachel blushed. “Is it really that obvious?” she asked. “No. I could tell by the way your eyes haven’t left him since you got here.” he said. “But don’t worry. The others won’t be able to tell,” he quickly added. “I've liked him for a while.” she admitted. “Hey D! Wanna come play some golf with us?” AJ asked. Howie looked at Rachel. “Sure.” Rachel shouted. She raced towards them and almost collided with Kevin. “Where are you going?” he asked. “Golfing.” she replied. Kevin was amazed at how much she had changed. After the auditions, she had put on jeans and a baby blue T-shirt. Her hair fell just past her shoulders. It was still the same color as it had always been. She had also grown taller. Her eyes were what caught his attention. They were so pretty. He had never realized how perfectly they suited her. “Hello. Earth to Kevin.” she said. “Huh?” he asked. She sighed. “Are you coming or not?” she asked. “Yea. Sure.” he said. “What’s wrong?” she asked. “What makes you think something’s wrong?” “You’re so quiet. It’s not like you.” “I missed you. That’s all.” She smiled. “I missed you too.”
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