I'd Like to be Somebody Else

Chapter 26

    We found ourselves in a baby shop, browsing newborn clothes.

 “You think number two is a little boy?” I asked as I saw her hold a baby grow that said “No.1 Son.”, against her stomach.

 “I kind of hope so.” she shrugged, putting it back and getting another with generic footballs.

 “No, I think it’s a girl.” I passed her one with “Daddy’s little girl” on it. “Oh and Noel knows, I didn’t tell him. I swear.”

 “Thora’s never had anything that said “Daddy’s” anything, would too easily kick up shit.” she put it back. “Can he not keep out of anyone’s business?”

 “But this time there’s no wild claims.” I shrugged.

    She picked one that said “Mummy’s boy” and looked at me. “You told me you had a son, Billy. What happened to him?”

    I explained the situation to her quickly. “I didn’t get to do any of this, Mum made sure she got everything.” I sighed.

 “That’s so messed up. You would have handled it. You’re great with Thora. I don’t know how you do it, I already miss her loads.” Tears rolled down her face. “Damn pregnancy emotions.” she smiled quickly wiping them away.

…

    The next two days went very fast, the lads preoccupied their time with band work, being on stage and partying the rest of the night. I mostly tried to stay sober for Kenzie’s sake and on the 12th we headed to Hultsfred in Sweden.

    They weren’t performing until tomorrow so we got to spend time in the country, with each other. It was another festival, but it was nothing like Glastonbury.

    Liam was gone for most of the two days, I was almost surprised that he actually found his way to the stage on time.

    While they were on stage, a couple of lads came over and tried to bother me and Kenzie.

 “Hey! You two are gorgeous.” one of them said and put their arm around my shoulder. “Enjoying the festival?” They sounded local.

   The other put his arm around Kenzie’s waist. They both looked like they’d been partying a little too hard.

 “Yeah, great music!” I smiled.

 “So, what’s your names?” the one next to Kenzie asked, leering at her. “I’m Jakob, this is Oliver. Are you two here together?”

 “Kenz and Stace.” she said quietly, he was making her uncomfortable, I’d not seen Kenzie like this before.

 “Yeah, we are. Our boyfriends are on stage.” I spoke up, hoping they’d back up.

 “That’s cool, they’re really good.” Oliver said, I could feel him staring at my boobs and his hands were getting closer

 “You have beautiful names. Maybe me and you could go somewhere for a little while. I’m sure they won’t mind. Stacy doesn’t mind, do you?” Jakob said, trying to get Kenzie to walk with him.

    Before either of us had chance to say anything, Kenzie threw up. It went all down Jakob’s top and his jeans. They’d physically sickened her.

 “Stupid little bitch!” he growled as he ripped his top off and threw it to the ground.

    He grabbed a handful of her hair, making her yelp. “Stupid little whore, can’t you handle your drink?”

 “Leave her alone!” I shouted, forcing Oliver’s hand off my shoulder. “Please let her go!”

    Oliver sighed. “Come on, man. They’re not worth the trouble.” he patted Jakob on the shoulder. “Plenty of other sluts about.”