Remember Me, Darling

Remember Me, Darling (7)

Chapter 7

*Veronica POV*

Crap! I forgot to call Van when I got back... It's ok, he'll understand. I hope. He's been acting so strange lately... Ugh, I'm so tired. I had to be to work early today since we all had a day off yesterday.

I figured I'd give Van a call on my way there.

"Hey."

"Van! You won't believe-"

"Veronica, I'm sure last night was wonderful and I want to hear all about it. But I can't talk right now."

"Where-"

"I gotta go. I'm at a meeting, talk to ya later."

That's odd. Van told me had off today... Where could he possibly be this early in the day? Eh, I shouldn't worry about it. I'm sure it's all explainable..

Well, since that plan fell through, I sent Frank a text.

VL: Hey! Thanks for last night, it was a lot of fun :)

He didn't reply.. He's probably sleeping.. Yeah, just sleeping.

When I got to the studio, we went right to the soundstage since we were finished with all the action scenes of the movie.

When we go done shooting for the day, it was 12:45. I can finally eat lunch at a reasonable hours! I called Debbie to see if she wanted to get lunch. She said she just sat down at Panera, so I went over there and met her. I told her everything about Frank and I's date.

She was speechless! Oh my goodness, I love Debbie. Next to Van, she's one of the closest friends I have. I know I can always count on her.

*Van POV*

Veronica called me. I couldn't hear about the date between her and Frank I just couldn't. I figured I'd buy all the time I could before she came banging my door down. Oh I hate lying to her. But I have to !

I called Deborah. You know, Deborah Kerr?! I didn't have anything else to do so I figured I'd see if she wanted to go to lunch or something.

"Hello?"

"Deborah? Hey, it's Van!"

"Oh, Van! Hello!"

"Haha, hi! Are you doing anything?"

"No, not at the moment. What'd you have in mind?"

"Wanna go get some lunch or something? I'm awfully hungry and I would really like to get out of this house!"

"Yes, of course! Come pick me up in about 10 minutes?"

"Ok, see you then!"

"Bye"

If this real life? I asked her as calmly as I could, but behind the phone, I was sweating like a pig. I haven't asked a girl out on a date for 3 years! Well, this wasn't really a date. We're just two friends going out to lunch.

*20 minutes later*

Deb got into the car. She looked beautiful for someone with skinny jeans and a v-neck on. It was simple yet cute. I love it!

We went over to Adobe Grill. They have wonderful food there. Deb and I talked for a good amount of time. It was just "how are you doing", "how's the family", "what've you been up to". Those sort of things. It was nice to just have a regular conversation with her. She's a wonderful person.

I drove her back after we ate and all that. I gave her a little kiss on the cheek before she left. Just to let her know that she really is something.

So, then I'm driving home and guess who pulls up next to me at the stoplight?

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*Frank POV*

As soon as I woke up, I checked my phone. I smiled to myself when I saw that Veronica texted me. I'm delighted.

VL: Hey! Thanks for last night, it was a lot of fun :)

FS: It was no problem! I enjoyed it myself! We must do it again.

VL: Definitetly!

FS: What're you up to?

VL: Having lunch with Debbie. Yourself?

FS: Reynolds?

VL: That's the one!

FS: That's wonderful. Where are you guys?

VL: Panera! The food's amazing here

FS: Sounds good! You two stay there, and I'll meet you. Deal? :)

VL: Deal!

I'm thrilled. I get to be with her again.

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Before we left, we stopped to take pictures with a few fans and sign autographs and such. Veronica told me about Van's little episode on the phone earlier. She knew about me and him being close so she figured I could give her a little advice. I tried, but honestly nothing came to mind. That's weird of him.

Then, we're driving home and we pulled up to a stoplight. And who better be in the car than Van Johnson himself. Silly bastard.

I don't think I've ever seen Veronica that close to tears before. I felt bad. Truly. Van doesn't know what's about to come to him.

****AUTHORS NOTE

Hi guys! Uh ohhhh, drama! Haha, hope y'all are enjoying the story! Btw, I know I haven't addressed it, but the story is set in the SPRING. Just thought I'd fill you guys in.

That's all! -MG😎