She kissed the scars on his skin.

Chapter 16

What is Vic doing? He goes to the other side of the stage to me and motions with his hand for Danielle and her friend to come out. I see a beautiful woman follow Danielle and Vic motions for her to sit on the stool he usually makes a fan sit on while he sings to them.
"Right guys. We're doing this a little different tonight. This is a very special guest and I want you all to give a cheer for Lauren."
My heart skips a beat. My Lauren? I look at her and she gives me a shy smile as Vic starts singing Bulletproof Love to her. My hands are shaking but I still hit the notes somehow. She was here all along. And she is so much more beautiful than I could ever have imagined. Vic finishes the song and she shyly scuttles off to the side once again. Only a couple more songs and I can go and find her.
We bow after getting a massive cheer from the crowd. I'm physically exhausted after that but being back on stage felt amazing. It was insane. I'm tired and sweaty but it was all worth it. I'm heading back to the green room to see Lauren and my hands are still shaking. I was a bit upset when I thought she wouldn't be here. Well, a lot upset would be more accurate. I have no idea how Vic found her but I'm more than glad he did. I open the door and see Danielle but not Lauren.
"Where did she go?" I ask.
"Bathroom. She's so nervous Tony. She thinks you won't like her the same way she likes you."
"Really? Why?"
"Because she was bullied in school, college and uni for her weight. She told me she still sees the fat girl she hates when she looks in the mirror. I've never met anyone so shy and so lacking in self confidence. It's a shame because she's so pretty" Danielle says. I head out towards the bathroom, desperate to check Lauren is ok. I knock gently on the door.
"Lauren. Are you in there?" I hear something - a sob?
"Lauren, please open the door" I call frantically. For a moment there's silence then I hear the lock being taken off and the door opens slightly.