Part 329

Becca had waited until the guys had gone to the ‘underworld’ and then headed out to Howie’s bus with Garrett. As she climbed on, she heard Sarah finishing the bedtime story and telling Jesse goodnight.

Sarah heard Garrett’s cooing and said, "Come on to the back with me. I need to get ready."

Becca joined Sarah setting Garrett on the bed. As she settled beside him, she asked, "Is Jesse okay?"

"She’s gonna be tasting soap for a little while but she’ll be fine. She’s had quite a day today."

"What’s up with the limp? I noticed you moving slow at dinner."

Laughing as she changed shirts, Sarah said, "I pulled a muscle in the back of my leg this afternoon."

"See, I told you that kinky stuff you and Howie are in to was gonna catch up with you," teased Becca.

"Ha! It was Alex," grinned Sarah.

Becca blushed. "How do you ALWAYS manage to turn the table on me when I’m trying to tease you?"

"Cuz you’re easy. No, Alex and I were having a water balloon fight and I pulled a muscle in the back of my leg," explained Sarah. Taking a more serious tone, Sarah looked at Becca. "Bec, I promised to stop trying to protect you so I have to explain Jesse’s actions earlier. She was only displaying feelings she’s picked up from me."

"Are you jealous because she’s dancing with Kevin?"

"NO! Not at all. She’s really good with Kevin, better than Tammy."

"Then why do you dislike her so much?"

"Because her intentions are NOT the purest. The first night she was with us in Montreal, I overheard her saying she wanted to find out if the rumors about ‘Thor’ were true."

"So? That’s not unusual for fans. As long as they don’t try to act on them, I have no problem with it."

"That’s the whole thing. She’s made a pass at Nick twice…once tonight right before you came in and AFTER I’ve warned her to watch herself. She’s trouble and if YOU don’t take care of it, I will."

"What am I suppose to do? Nick’s a big boy and I doubt very seriously that he would ever cheat on me."

"No, he wouldn’t but you should make it clear that you don’t appreciate her actions."

"Fine. I’ll talk to her."

"I need to get inside. Do you mind staying here with Jesse?"

"No, not at all. Go have fun."

"Thanks, sis," said Sarah as she gave Becca a hug. Leaning over, she kissed Garrett too.

"Hey, buddy! Don’t go getting into trouble on Uncle Howie’s bed, okay?"

Garrett cooed happily, his beautiful blue eyes twinkling happily.

Sarah groaned. "GOOD GAWD! He’s already learning his daddy’s tricks."

Becca laughed as she pushed her best friend towards the door. "Get out of here. Your daughter is just as bad!"

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