Worst In Me N.S.

Ch.25 Sumerian Records

AJ

We drove to LA yesterday. Taylor unfortunately flew back to South Carolina to finish school. Her and Jolly agreed to do long distance for a while until she finishes school and can move out here. Noah offered for me to move in with him and I was beyond happy.

Edith and Carolyn miss me lots and Aiden left for field training a few days ago so he wouldn't be able to reach out to us until the end of the month. Taylor misses me and Jolly so much, but she knew that she'd have to finish school before moving to LA with Jolly.

We are currently on our way to the record label before Noah takes me to his place for me to move in. Thankfully we were able to keep my stuff in the back of the bus. The rest of my things are with my mother in Florida, so I'd have to have her send me that.

"You excited to get signed to the label?" Noah asks me.

I stare out the windows looking at all the buildings and seeing the college I originally auditioned for my senior year of high school.

"You have no idea" I say.

He chuckles and takes my hand softly.

We finally arrive and park the bus at the record label causing me to become more excited about getting signed. We all get off of the bus and head inside. I see several of my favorite band's posters on the wall. Like Sleeping with Sirens, Black Veil Brides, and Poppy. I begin to get excited as we enter one of the bigger studios. Several Bad Omens posters and albums on the walls.

"Welcome to Sumerian Records AJ" Noah says as we walk hand in hand.

I walk up to the board and admire it. I then look at Miles who motions me to take a look. I go into the actual studio with the mic and headphones. I grab the headphones and put them on. I see Noah and the rest of the band smiling at me from behind the glass.

"You look so happy" Noah says, pressing the intercom.

I giggle and go to the mic.

"You have no idea babe" I say to him.

Miles begins playing a minor and dark track.

You weren't who I thought you'd be

Always hating and blaming me

Never really understanding defeat

But you left so let's wait and see

You put me into a darker place

A place I'd never get out of again

Flowing through the midnight sky

Never truly understanding why

I'm slowing falling into the dark side

Feeling it reaching up and pulling me down

I know I'm losing this dangerous game

Screaming so loud, no one hears a sound

Trying to pull myself out from the gates of hell

Screaming, crying, begging for help

My demons take over in ways I can't control

Pulling on the innocent angel in my soul

Noah and the guys all stare at me before erupting with applause. I take the headphones off and walk into the main area.

"What the hell was that? That was phenomenal" Noah says, smiling huge.

I blush and walk over to him. He pulls me in for a hug and kisses the top of my head.

"That was exactly what we were looking for. Is it done? Do you have a name for it? I want this to be the first song that we get finished for you to debut" Miles says.

I chuckle.

"It's not done yet, but it's called Angel in My Soul. Perfect for the stage name I go by" I say.

Miles gives me a look along with the rest of the guys. I look up at Noah and smile.

He's the one that gave me the nickname.

–

I got to work more on the lyrics with Noah and I managed to actually finish the song completely. Miles drew up the paperwork and sat me down with Noah and the guys. 

"Sumerian isn't a record label that's going to make you do things you aren't comfortable with. You're already aware of what the tours and concerts are like. You'll be doing interviews and festivals. Along with meet and greet. Your first contract will be for you to feel out what you are comfortable with and what you aren't. I will be your manager and you will be mostly working with the guys as a Bad Omens band member, but you will also put out solo music. As Noah's girlfriend, you will have some rules to follow but nothing too bad. You follow all the ones you've been given so far. This is your life AJ. If this is what you want, then this is the life you'll get. What do you say AJ? Will you debut, will you be with Bad Omens, will you perform solo, will you sign to Sumerian Records?" Miles asks.

I look behind me at my amazing support system. I see Taylor on facetime with Jolly and Nick holding my phone which is on facetime with Edith, Carolyn, and surprisingly Aiden. I look at my handsome boyfriend with his huge smile on his face.

"This is everything I've ever wanted" I say then turn to Miles.

He hands me the pen and opens the contract. I take a minute to read what I'm really getting myself into then flip to the last page. I see the signature line and look up at Miles.

"This is your future AJ. Will you sign to Sumerian Records as Angel?" he asks.

I sign and sign my name on that line. I drop the pen and he holds out his hand for me to shake.

"Welcome to Sumerian Records."

–

We were free to go home after I signed. Noah was exhausted and they were given a few days off to finally relax from their almost yearlong tour. We walk into his place, and I'm left in aww. I smile huge to see musical equipment everywhere.

"I know the place is a little bit of a mess," he says.

I smile and take my suitcase to follow him. The guys followed behind me with my boxes, which was only about 4. They set them in the living room while Noah took me into the bedroom. I see his PC set up against one wall and see his bed against the other. He takes my suitcase and puts it in the closet. I go over and lay on the bed with the biggest smile on my face. Kingsley jumps up on the bed with me and lays behind me. Noah lays next to me, and I turn to face him.

"Is it everything you've ever dreamed of?" he asks.

I smile and nod. He pulls me into him, and we just lay there with each other for a minute.

"I can't believe my dream is finally becoming a reality" I say.

We pull away and he kisses me lightly. A knock on the door startles us into pulling away. I look at the door to see Jolly and Nicholas standing there.

"Hey, all of your stuff is in the living room. We're gonna head out to get some food before we head home for the night" Nicholas says.

We both stand up and walk them out of the apartment. Once they are gone, I look at my boxes in the living room.

"Shall we start unpacking?" I ask.

"We shall" he responded.

I burst out laughing and engulf him for another kiss.

I can't wait to officially start this chapter of my life.

(Next chapter will be the last chapter. Please please please let me know if you guys want a second book and I will start the writing process.)

Song: Broken Youth by Bad Omens