It's Just Pretend ✔️

Chapter 15

"Come on Rajah, I don't want to be late. My life is actually going alright right now" I laugh opening the door for the cat.  He looks both ways making sure there's nobody he doesn't trust before bolting to my car.

Then getting in myself. Today was the day, whether I got the part or not. I got the call this morning and threw on the closest outfit. The news was no longer focused on me, but now on Henry mysteriously being sentenced to prison.

I've been asked to go in for interviews but I declined, knowing the memories would get to me and I'd probably give it all away on accident. Pulling out of the driveway, I drove silently to the office.

When I got there I about forgot to actually get out of the car. I was so excited. "Come on Rajah" I scoop the cat into my arms wanting to rush through the process. I was either going to get it or be rejected.

"This way" someone taps my shoulder and I whip around to look at them. "Oh okay," I nod and set my cat down to follow them. I just realized how not normal it is to bring my cat everywhere. They're going to think I'm self-centered and spoiled. I mean I am spoiled, but I'm not a snob and I'm not a prick! I'm just stupid.

"In here" the woman opens the door for me and I give her a nervous smile before sitting down at the table with the rest of the people. I'm assuming directors and cameramen.

"Welcome Zachary, usually we would do this over the phone but we wanted to ask some questions" the director cracks his neck while speaking to me. "Okay" I gulp and the others just stare.

"Well you've obviously got the part, so stunt-wise how far are you willing to go until you want a stunt double?" A girl steps forward ready to write on her clipboard. "I got the part!?" I ask, this being news to me.

"Well yes, now the question?" The girl taps her board and I shake my head confused. Rajah jumped onto my lap and I stroked his soft fur. "Um well, I'm not scared of heights- so I'm willing to do a lot, I just can't flip and stuff like that- I am not an acrobat and I'm not flexible- the jumping high with the harnesses and stuff. I got that" I assure them and she gets to writing.

"Great- now love interest it will be a girl, and you will kiss at the end because that's just how movies are now a days" I nod fine with that. "Yeah that's fine," I say out loud getting appreciated nods back.

"We're just supposed to tell you that so you won't get mad if it comes out of nowhere" he chuckles. "Got it" I give him a thumbs up. "We'll start filming next month, family, and partners over eight months are allowed on set" "Yes you can bring your cat" another guy adds the last part and I look away embarrassed.

"Got it thank you" I answer as they slide papers over to me. I skim through them before grabbing a pen off the table. Signing the papers I chatted with them a few more minutes before retreating to my car to cheer.

Pulling out my phone, I quickly call Damien, knowing my parents are busy at the moment with their newest launch. It takes a bit but he finally answers. "I'm so sorry beautiful, it's from my work they are adding some new locations, so I can take you somewhere even better- they just need to tell me" I cringe at his words. He's on a date.

"I'm sorry, call me when you can" I whisper and he stays quiet for a second. "Well tell me the news?" He waits and I gulp. "I- um... I got the part" I tell him and he chuckles. "That's wonderful we will definitely need to celebrate this huge... change" he struggles to find the words.

"That would be nice" I admit. "Next week, we can plan a little celebration for work. Tuesday?" He asks and I set down my cat. "I'm free then" I answer. "Great, we can talk later, thanks for informing me" he keeps It formal.

"You're welcome teddy bear" I couldn't help but tease him before hanging up. Petting the cat next to me I sit back holding my phone to my chest. "This is so fucking complicated for no reason" I groan starting to have second thoughts again.

I have a great idea! I go to Damien's messages not giving myself time to think this through. 'Where are you on your date?' I sent it not yet leaving the parking lot.

Thankfully he texted back quickly. 'At the same cafe as usual. They find it very romantic here. Why?' he tells me and I smirk. 'Wait! No, I'm not there! Don't you dare go to that cafe! Even though I'm not there! She's coming back from the bathroom, goodbye!' I don't answer and throw my phone over to Rajah.

He pats the phone before laying his head on it. "We're only about two minutes from that place" I cheer to myself. Okay, maybe I shouldn't go. I'm too obsessed with him. He's just been the first person I've had general feelings for in a while.

I'll just get something to eat and if I happen to see him, it will make me happy. I decided and made my way towards the cafe. Parking on the side of the street, I get out of the car almost forgetting to turn it off.

I quickly grabbed the key and turned it off, playing with my hair a bit trying to look somewhat good. I go to the other side and let Rajah out before walking into the cafe. My eyes are immediately drawn to Damien but I force them away as the girl he's on a date with grabs his hand.

I was just going to get a panini to go. "Hello- oh my... Sorry, what can I do for you" The teen freaks out for a bit after seeing me. "Hey, can I get grilled chicken pesto panini, to go?" I ask and the person quickly totals that up with a nod.

I hand them my card my eyes making their way back over to the table Damien was at. The girl had her arm on Damien and he smiled having a genuine conversation. Sometimes it freaked me out with how good he was at faking it.

"Here's your card Mr. Tatton" the person gets my attention and I take it, putting it back into my wallet. "I'll give you milk at home" I laugh as the cat jumps onto my foot.

"If you'd like to go stand over there, someone will bring you your bag" he points over to the end of the counter and I nod, now even closer to Damien and his date.

Rajah was looking over to Damien as well and I prayed to God he wouldn't actually go over to him. I went to quiet his meows when suddenly there's a small tap on my shoulder.

"Hi!" The girl cheers before I even turn around. He was behind her with his usual serious look as Rajah hurries to rub himself against his legs. "Hello" I looked at the girl and she cheered to herself.

"I'm a really big fan, and I totally support you and your boyfriend, Damien, all the way!" She claps and I nod surprised. "Don't tell him, but the only reason I asked this guy is because he had the name, Damien. He's pretty good looking too" she whispers and I nod.

"Yeah, I won't tell him" I whisper but at the same time, I could not believe she didn't realize they were the same Damien. His hair. Damn, I was so in love with his fucking hair.

She laughs before suddenly stopping. "I don't understand what's with all the drama with you, you're so funny and nice" she continues and I smile kindly at her. "Thanks that genuinely means a lot" I answer truthfully.

"You probably want to get back to your date though, so I'll let you go" I nod and she hugs herself extremely excited. "One more question, please?" She asked and I stopped. "Of course, what's up?" I wait and she bites her lip unsure if she wanted to stay it or not.

"Who's top?" She blurted out and I went red, quickly covering my mouth with the back of my hand. My eyes flickered to Damien who's cool face was also red, as he bent down to pet Rajah trying to distract himself.

"Well- Uh my boyfriend and I haven't done that kind of stuff yet. I'm a switch though" I finally manage to get some words out. "Really, that's so sweet that you're waiting so long!" She sighs content.

"Yeah... very sweet"