Second Chances ~ An Alternative Ricky & Gina (Rina) Story

The End of the First Day of Shooting

After the rehearsal, Gina went to EJ.

Gina: Today was a blast, wasn't it EJ? I'm sure Corbin is blown off by your directing skills!

EJ: Actually, I got some notes today... And interestingly, his favourite performance is "What Do You Know About Love?"

Gina: Oh my God, are you serious? (She screamed.) Corbin Bleu's favourite performance was mine?

EJ: Yeah, he loved your energy, but... What he loved was the drama between you and Ricky... 

Gina: Oh... (She was disappointed they were interested in the drama more than her performance.)

EJ: I mean, he loves the drama, so... I gotta talk more about it with Carlos He is way better at this stuff than I am. But I guess, good job on your performance?

Gina: Yeah, thanks I guess?

EJ: You are the best. I'll see you later!

He kissed her on the cheek and left the theatre. Gina stared at his back. I hope nothing bad happens because of this drama thing, she thought, and then headed back to the yurts. She saw Ricky playing guitar by himself near the campfire. She walked towards him. She finally felt like she could confront him.

Gina: Hey there!

Ricky: (He turned towards her.) Oh, hey Gina... Didn't see you coming...

They went silent for a moment.

Ricky: I'm sorry if the scene was a bit intense. 

Gina: Yeah... I think the talk we had yesterday made it a bit awkward.

Ricky: G... I know you think it's too late, but I got what I did wrong. And I truly am sorry. I just don't want to be on bad terms.

Gina: Yeah, I get it. At least I'm glad we could talk about it. No need for chocolates, really.

Rixky got nervous but they both chuckled. And then went silent.

Gina: We are at a summer camp. We should be having fun!

Ricky: Yeah, of course! Summer of FUN! 

He yelled while doing weird hand gestures. They both laughed.

Gina: So, what are you working on?

Ricky: Oh, I have a solo scene, actually. And I was trying to learn the song. It's actually like an alternative version of "What Do You Know About Love?" Kristoff sings about Anna by himself while playing the guitar. (He looked down.)

Gina: Oh, that's cool. I know you'll blow everyone away. 

Ricky: Well, I really don't know. (He beamed.) Of course, music is my thing, and I just got used to the theatre, but now there is this documentary, I feel a little nervous, hope I don't screw up...

Gina: Hey, you have been the lead for 2 opening nights! You somehow stumble into being a star every time. Actually, I'm the one who is nervous this time... I haven't been the lead in any shows in Salt Lake, and I thought the camp would be a chance for me to shine but the documentary is just too big...

Ricky: G, you are gonna steal the show! You just have it in you. The last 2 shows only made us realize how big a deal you are. You are good at like everything.

He was looking directly at her eyes. Gina brought her eyes to Ricky's too. This reminded of him the beginning of the year when Ricky had told her he was good at everything. She felt warmth in her heart.

Ricky felt his heart racing all of a sudden. Why am I feeling like this, he thought. Aren't we on good terms? I should be relieved! 

Gina moved her eyes away and looked at her watch to check the time.

Gina: Oh, it's almost 7 PM. I gotta go to the yurt before dinner time. See you later, then?

Ricky: Yep, I'll be there!

Gina raced towards the yurts. Ricky glared behind her back and watched her disappear. And caught himself smiling and thinking about their "What Do You Know About Love?" dance. His face dropped all of a sudden. Oh, oh...

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Ricky was starting to realize he actually liked Gina, that his feelings had been there since the beginning of this year, and that was the reason he avoided Gina while he was with Nini. If he had only seen her as a friend, that wouldn't be a threat to his relationship, right? But he had not wanted to be confused in the slightest while he was with Nini and had held on tight to her. He felt awful that he had realized this too late. I'm a mess, he thought, I dug my own grave. How do I turn from this?

Of course, he would never meddle with EJ and Gina's relationship. He was the one who had pushed EJ to Gina. He just wanted her to be happy. And if that meant Gina not being with Ricky, it was fair for him. He was just learning to let someone go if you truly loved them.

Thinking about all of this, it was really hard to sleep again that night. He went outside again to take some air. 5 minutes into walking, he ran into Gina.

Gina: Oh, hey you! (She walked towards him.)

Ricky: Oh, hey G! Neither of us can seem to sleep these nights as I see...

Gina: Oh, I was actually with EJ, he is working on something new about the documentary but he gotta stay up all night. They will tell us all about it tomorrow... Why are you up so late?

Ricky: I don't know, I just couldn't sleep. Thought some fresh air would help.

Gina: Yeah, it helps me, too. (She sat on a wood..) You know, it was hard for me this semester, as I was away from my mom. Normally I move everywhere she goes when the duty calls. (She looked up at the stars.) So, when I missed her, I just went outside and looked up, reminding myself we looked at the same sky. I know it sounds cheesy but...

Ricky: No, I totally get it. (He sat next to her.) You know, I also miss my mom. It has been hard for me, too. And even when I was with her all the spring break, I didn't use the opportunity to spend time with her, because I was so busy... (He hesitated before he continued.)

Gina: Going dark?

Ricky: (He looked away, and then to Gina.) Yeah, I guess you could say that.

Gina: You know, we missed you in our video. Wish you were there, too.

Ricky: Naah, you all were already awesome. I don't think you needed me that much...

Gina: Of course we did, Ricky! You are special to us. (While laughing.)

She actually was talking about herself. Ricky was looking down and raised his head to look at her, too. There was a moment of silence. 

Ricky: Thank you, Gina. You don't know how much that means. I... (He wanted to tell her he missed talking to her but decided to keep that to himself.) I'm glad I came to camp.

Gina: Well, so am I. (She stood up.) Well, I gotta go to sleep, tomorrow's gonna be a long day...

Ricky: Yeah, you are right. I should head back, too.

Gina: Good night, Ricky.

She smiled and walked towards their yurt.

Ricky: Good night, Gina. (He said in a low voice while watching her walk away.)