Chapter 122: A Friend In Need

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March 1995

Morning...

My foot was kicked up on the seat while I smacked and popped on my gum as I read from a magazine in the back of my limo. I had the pop-up shop opening soon. There was going to be news and press at the shop. To say I was nervous was an understatement. I was panicking.

So far, I haven't had any problems on the days I came down to LA. I haven't seen anybody that I know. So that's a good thing. Well, I haven't seen anybody because I didn't tell anybody when I was coming down. The only people who knew were my family and Tamara. No one would see me until the pop-up day.

"Ms. Darlington." My limo driver turns down the radio. "We've arrived at the house."

"Alright, thanks."

I grabbed my purse and waited for my door to open. I decided to rent a house for a few days rather than stay at the hotel. I didn't want to be bothered by the paparazzi or any of my fans. I was going to be here for a couple of weeks, so I wanted to be comfortable. I headed inside the house. All my business assistants and associates plus Tamara were going to be heading down in a couple of weeks. So, I had time to myself. I'll use it to catch up on some sleep and homework while I'm away from school.

"Hello?"

"Hey, Ma just reached LA."

"Alright, that's good. So, how're you feeling having to stay a couple of weeks?"

"Nervous." I chuckled hesitantly. "In all honesty, I thought I would never step foot back here again. I didn't want to. I wish you or Selena and Felicia could have come with me."

"I'm sorry Imanuella. We wanted to, but you know we have a lot of business to do here. You're going to be opening up the pop-up shop soon so we need to get you prepared for that."

"Yeah... I guess."

"When's Tamara arriving?"

"Uh, not sure. Knowing her probably tonight. But anyway we're going to take today and tomorrow off. Then the following day get to work on the shop."

"Alright, that's great. We'll be down for the opening. And we'll celebrate it."

"Alright, thanks Ma."

"Imanuella?"

"Yes."

"Always know I'm proud of you. I know I can be harsh. And sometimes I do come on strong and get angry at your choices and the things you do. But just know that I could never stop loving you. So don't ever think that."

"Yes." I smile.

"Alright, get some rest. Do your homework and call me if you need me or if you just want to talk alright."

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