Asked out

Prologue

July 15, 2012

I had to remain calm. Calm Kim. Calm. My audition was a minute away. After rounds and rounds, I got the chance to actually meet the judges. That means Simon Cowell sitting in front of me. And judging me harshly. To be honest. I'm scared shitless.

“Kim Stykes?”

“Yes?” I squeaked.

“You’re up!” The young woman smiled. “Break a leg.”

“I hope I won't.” I mumbled.

“Its a figure of speech love.” She gave me a shocked look.

“Oh, I know. But last time someone told me that I tripped on stage.”

“Don't worry, it won't happen this time.” She gave me a reassuring smile and I walked out onto stage awaiting my fate.

Halfway across. I did the dreaded thing.

I fell.

“Crap.” I whispered as I braced my fall with my hands. Before I knew it the audience was laughing at me. Something I was used too. I got up quickly and hurried to the center of the stage.

“Are you okay dear?”

“Im fine.” I smiled.”Happens more than you think.”

“Good. Now that we have that out of the way what is your name?” Simons voice echoed through the now silent room.

“Kim Stykes.” He smiled at me.

“And what will you be singing?”

“I’m yours by Jason Mraz.” Simons facial expression changed, it went from a harsh glare to a soft smile. He must like that song. “Should I go?”

“Yes please.”

“Ok.” I squeaked it out making the audience, yet again laugh. Here I go.

July 19, 2012

“Thats it for the bypassing contestants.” Simons voice echoed throughout the room. I had lost. I had lost the one thing I actually enjoyed doing. My life was worthless. I looked over to the girl Taylor I had met. Her eyes were black with fury. She was a mean one, let me tell you that. “One more thing.” All eyes turned to meet Simon. “Will Kim Stykes, Ev-” I tuned him out in my head. What did I do wrong?

Did I do something right?

“Stay after everyone leaves.” I waited as the crowd exited through the doors. “Hello girls.”

“Hi Simon!”I chirped. The other two girls glared at me. Oh hell no. Taylor was with me? And her friend Eve? You have got to be kidding me!

“Hello Kim.” He laughed. “Do you know why you’re here?”

“Because we suck?” Taylor muttered. Very loudly might I add.

“No.” He glared at her. “You three have talent.” Talent? My dream is coming true. “I've decided that you three would make nice music together, so the three of you can form a band.”

“Yes!” I jumped a little. The other girls glared at me. “Sorry.” I mumbled.

“Are you girls in?”

“Why not.” Taylor sighed.

July 22, 2012

“Hey Ditz!” Simon hugged me. He called me Ditz, along with the rest of the judges, because of my awkward moments. They happen a lot.