"She was the queen.."

Chapter 8

Nika went to Tatiana's house. Tatiana opened the door, and was shocked to see Nika; it looked like she saw a ghost.

Tatiana - What are you doing here? And who told you where I live!?

Nika - It doesn't matter, but I came here to tell you to stop bullying. I won't give up, and I want to win this competition.

Tatiana - What are you talking about!?

Nika - Don't play dumb, I know it was you who sent me that text message.

Tatiana - And what about it? I bet you cried like a baby.

Nika - Nope, I went to see Kanye West, and he told me that the organizers never sent me that message.

Tatiana - Kan..?? No, that's impossible.

Nika - I'm afraid it is. Don't expect me to be eliminated. I'm going to be the best rapper in this contest, and I'm going to win.

Tatiana didn't say a thing; she just stared at Nika with anger.

Nika - Threatened? As you should.

Nika flipped her hair and left. Tatiana closed the door in anger and frustration. The next day, Nika went to Kanye's house, and this time she got to use the mics and record a verse she wrote over a beat Kanye produced. Once they were done with the recording, they listened to it together.

Nika - (Wow, did I really write this? I sound angry; this is amazing.)

Kanye applauded.

Kanye - See how much you've improved in less than a month? I knew you had potential. Listening to you rap was like listening to your mom.

This remark made Nika smile. March came into the room, applauding.

March - Nika Minaj? Is that you?

Nika smiled while rolling her eyes.

Nika - Yes, it's me.

March - You're such a wonderful rapper; I'm your biggest fan.

Nika laughed.

Nika - Well, thank you. Do you want an autograph?

March - Even better, what about a private concert just for me?

March took Nika's hands.

Nika - And if I give you a private concert, will March West admit that I'm a better rapper than him?

March's smile dropped, and Nika laughed as she noticed it.

March - You're such an expert at ruining a mood!

Nika - Don't worry; I already know that!

They joked around for a few hours, then she went back to her house. She called Celine.

Nika - You won't believe me; Tatiana is the one who sent me that fake message.

Celine - Seriously? What a snake. We should've seen it coming.

Nika - Yes, but I don't understand. Why is she so threatened by me?

Celine - Because she knows you're talented and have a chance to win. Plus, your mother was called the queen of rap.

Nika - I know, but I really don't want a remake of the Nicki vs. Cardi beef. I really don't want to.

Celine - Unfortunately, that's how rap works.

Nika - Anyways, I don't know why, but lately, March likes talking to me.

Celine - OH.. don't tell me he..!!!

Nika - I don't know if he likes me, but I had the impression he was trying to flirt with me! Which is weird because the first time we met, he called me a bunch of horrible names.

Celine - Weird, but you know how men are. Maybe he was trying to joke with you, but didn't know how.

Nika - Maybe. He apologized, so I'm not upset anymore.

Celine - Do you like him?

The question was sudden, and Nika choked a little.

Nika - What are you saying!? No, you already know that I really like Elijah.

Celine - Ugh, Elijah again? Come on, Kanye's son is hitting on you!

Nika - I don't care; he's still a jerk! And Elijah is perfect.

They talked and hung out until it was getting late. Nika received a text message.

Elijah - Hey, I was thinking about you.

Nika blushed.

Nika - Me too. I keep thinking about our lovely date; it was a good moment.

Elijah - I'm happy that you enjoyed it as much as I did.

Nika - What are you doing now?

Elijah - I just got home; I was busy all day at work. I'm so tired, but talking with you makes me feel better.

Nika smiled.

Elijah - What about you?

Nika - (Should I tell him?) I was rehearsing for a competition.

Elijah - Oh? Wow, you didn't tell me that.

Nika - It's because I don't want to make all our conversations about me.

Elijah - Don't worry, you can talk about everything you want with me. I'm really open.

Nika explained it to him without going into details.

Elijah - This is really cool. I hope you're going to win this competition.

Nika - If I win the contest, I might kiss you.

Nika regretted sending this.

Elijah - Wow. Well, your competitors have no chance against you then.

Nika laughed while turning red.

They texted for two hours, then they both went to sleep. Nika woke up to a message from the contest.

"Time's out! We have our 50 contestants! Friday will be the start of this new contest officially called Who's the princess? Good luck, girls !"  

Nika - (It's time..!)