The life of a newbie in Hollywood and Scarlett Johansson. Will life ever be easy for them?
I'm working on another book right now, the story of Switch, as referenced in this book. Would anyone like to read about that made up story too?
Paparazzi Collectively: Y/N can you smile for us? Are you upset about Colin and your wife? Have you spoken to Scarlett? Y/N, can you tell us what happened with Colin? Is it true that you punched him? Me: Can you guys please leave me alone? Paparazzi: Ah c'mon Y/N, you gotta give us something. Me: Excuse me please.
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I push my way past them and get in the car, the flashes glaring in my eyes, and drive away, only to pull over into a side street a few seconds later. Once again, the paparazzi surround the car, taking photos and videos while I'm mid panic attack. It feels like the air is freezing up, like there's nothing left in the car. I try to calm my breathing and eventually collect myself, driving off again and reaching the house after what seems like forever.
I walk into the house and dump everything on the counter top.
Rose: Are you okay? I saw a video from like 10 minutes ago. Me: They just kept asking about Mom and Colin, but it's okay. I'm fine. Rose: I'm worried about you. You never had a panic attack before.
I grab a beer from the fridge and crack it open.
Rose: And you're drinking again, a lot. Me: You don't need to worry about me, I'm fine honey, really. Come here.
She comes over and hugs me.
Me: I'm still here, I haven't changed. Maybe I do have a couple of drinks more than I used to, but I swear I'm fine, I don't need you worrying when you have tests coming up. We should be studying for those. Rose: Colin helped with math, he's actually pretty good at it. Me: Oh, so you're talking to him now? Rose: Mom kind of forced me, but I guess so. Cosmo still won't talk to either of them. He eats his dinner in his room and won't come out unless it's for a shower and to use the bathroom. Me: You need to convince him that it's okay. Think you can do that? Rose: Yeah, I think so. Me: Good. I actually have something super important to ask you. Rose: Go on. Me: Well, seeing as Jessica is on a school trip, and Cosmo wants to stay at home, I was wondering if you'd like to be my plus one to the Oscars on Sunday? Rose: Do I get to dress up fancy? Me: It's the Oscars, of course you do. Rose: Deal!
She high fives me and laughs.
Rose: Shall we match? Me: Your dress matches my suit, so we shall be matching. Rose: Woo!
12th March 2028, Academy Awards Night...
Me: Okay, so when we get to the red carpet it's going to be super busy, so just hold my hand, okay? Rose: Got it. Isn't Mom here with Colin? Me: Maybe, I'm not sure. Rose: Well, let's have fun anyway. We're here.
I jump out of the car and fasten up my blazer, then wave to the crowd and run around the car to open the door for Rose. She takes my hand and steps out, dusting herself off slightly before wandering onto the red carpet with me. At first she's a bit nervous, but a crowd of fans wave to her and she waves back timidly.
