Love on Tour

Uncasville, CT II

Uncasville, Connecticut Night Two

You knew something was wrong as soon as you opened your eyes. One, there wasn't an arm wrapped around you like there had been every morning coaxing you awake with light kisses that warmed your heart. And two, your phone kept buzzing; you're sure it'd freeze if it kept going. Reaching for it, something huge had to happen to have over thirty missed calls and over a hundred messages. You pulled up Viola's thread, knowing she'd have all your answers. And there staring back at you, was a link to an article with the headline: Y/N Belmonte - The Star of the Moment.

Here goes nothing, you thought as you clicked the link open.

Belmonte signs on to the most talked-about trilogy as lead actress, starring alongside Shazam star Ross Butler. Director Kyle Grand was pleased to share the news of the actress joining, as he'd been waiting a long time for this moment.

The article proceeded to talk about the series and who was signed on, and all this other bullshit.

You were pissed. You didn't sign up for this shit show series that was waiting to happen. You didn't sign a single thing. You rejected the audition and avoided all private calls.

Kyle Grand was a name that made your skin crawl. He showed you that there are people in this industry not to trust to keep people far out. There's a reason your circle is small and why you've set on meeting every member of a team before committing to a film or series.

Grand tried messing with you from a young age, but now, as you are a household name and he'd been falling under, he was using your name for attention. That's the only reason you could assume he was doing this. The ringing started back up again, and this time you answered, knowing you were in for an exhausting day.

It's not until midday that you're off the phone; Viola and Emerson propose reaching you with only something urgent. It's the first time all day you feel that you can finally breathe. You texted Harry yet received no reply, which was weird, but you did not have enough time to think it over. You were wondering if he was coming back for you or knowing it was time to head to the arena.

Viola was preparing a statement with Carolina, a trusted lawyer, and your friend. There would be a lot of backlash, and your name would be in the press for at least a week until things began to die, and you have to prepare for it all. Just as you were about to call Harry, a text fell through informing you that Harry and Jeff headed in early, needing to go over a few details for tonight. You'd be riding with Tommy. It was a bit odd, but you didn't question it.

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The car ride was quiet. Tommy could see the exhaustion on your face but didn't ask. You were thankful. You were wondering if you'd have free time knowing you'd have to talk to Harry about it. It seemed like there would be more sharing happening. There are some things you wish could stay hidden, but Hollywood likes the dramatics, always chasing the new story, and this time it was you.

After an hour or so ride, you arrived and were thankful you could use a hug. Following behind Tommy, you were greeted as usual. A lingering eye more than expected, but not something you weren't used to. You walked past Elin, who let you know they were heading to soundcheck a bit earlier today. You assured her you'd see her there.

You walked to Harry's dressing room, knocking twice as always before walking in. Harry was sitting on the couch, wearing Gucci low-waist jeans and the exclusive black tour hoodie he'd yet to release.

"Hi amor. Heading over to soundcheck early today, I hear."

Harry doesn't look up or even acknowledge you. It's odd. Head locked on his phone, staring at something intently as if it would change if he didn't look away. Before you can say anything, Luis comes by with a smoothie and tells Harry it is time to go. He's pocketing his phone and up in the next second. Brushes past you without a look at you, and it stings. You walk out, stop at the door and see he's already laughing with Luis. He didn't glance back to see if you were following.