The Waiting Game

THE WAITING GAME - 3

MAY 2017

STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN

"5,6,5,6,7... Go!" Scott loudly counted, signaling the dancers to start dancing the choreography they formed. Ariana was at the center holding a microphone, and they started the coordinating movements as the songstress sang 'Be Alright'. "Midnight shadows... When finding love is a battle..." Scott was only watching them while giving instructions. He was not feeling very well and all of them decided it is best not to tire him out so he can recover fast and dance on the first show, which will take place tomorrow.

They are currently rehearsing at the Friends Arena, where the show will take place. The arena, especially the stage, was already set and prepared. "So don't you worry 'bout a thing..." Ariana sang beautifully before handing out the microphone to dance the iconic choreography of her song while the backtrack was playing.

After a couple more minutes of rehearsing, they all decided to have a break. Ariana went to get her phone to check if she got any messages while she's rehearsing. Indeed, she got a couple texts from her best friend, Victoria, and boyfriend, Mac. Seeing that her best friend sent more texts, she decided to read them first, sensing the urgency.

From: Vic

ari

gonna drop by at starbucks before going there

u want anything?

hey

i'm literally next in line

you're probably rehearsing or something

i'll just get u a cloud macchiato

no, actually just text me what u want

i'll wait here

cute guy spotted 😉

Ariana shook her head and smiled at her best friend's antics. But her smile faded when a familiar face crossed her mind. She tried to ignore it and just typed a reply.

To: Vic

cute guy, huh?

get your ass here asap

but don't forget my drink 😊

Victoria immediately replied with a picture of her subtly gesturing at a very familiar guy, who is drinking coffee while scribbling something on a paper, a couple of tables behind her. Ariana almost dropped her phone when she saw the picture Victoria sent.

From: Vic

*insert picture*

he's so fineee, bitch

i'll ask this guy out then buy your drink

To: Vic

GET YOUR ASS HERE NOW!!!

Ariana furiously replied. She can feel her heart pumping really fast. She's being overwhelmed by her feelings. One, her best friend just sent her a picture of Miguel having coffee, and two she's about to hit on him. Ariana disliked the thought, she can't help but pace back and forth, trying to calm herself. But as if on cue, an idea came to her mind.