On The Run

Twice the Surprise!

Lightbulb's POV:
I nervously walked into the small audition room. I looked to my left, and saw 3 judges that I recognized immediately, being Pez Dispenser, Quarter Note, and Shades. The room was dimmed slightly, and had a spotlight towards the front. There was a blue and green painted backdrop, having the logo of the show showing on top of it. "Name?" I heard Pez's English accent call out. "Um, Lightbulb Static!" Quarter Note gasped. "You must be the one Hairspray showed us a picture of. I've heard you're VERY talented. How are you, young lady?"

I couldn't believe my eyes. I was actually COMMUNICATING with some of the most popular names in music! "I-I'm great, thank you. And you?" Quarter Note assured me, "I'm great, thank you for asking! Please don't be nervous, we don't bite! Well, maybe Shades, but.." I giggled a bit at that comment, and I saw Shades growl at QN a bit. "HEY! Listen, I may be a bit difficult, but I'm not THAT bad! I just tell others what they need to hear so they don't go home thinking they're all that still! But back onto the matter at hand, what song are you singing for us today, Ms. Static?" I smiled and clasped my hands together like I always do when I'm nervous. "I'll be singing Toxic by Pointy Spears!" Pez grew a giant smile on her face. "That happens to be one of my favorites! Whenever you're ready!" I took a deep breath, and looked at them, smiling to grab their attention as they reached for their pens.

Baby can't you see
I'm calling
A guy like you should wear a warning
You're dangerous
I'm falling

As soon as I finished those verses, I saw the judges stare at me, looking up from their papers as I continued, all of them looking interested.

There's no escape
I can't wait
I need a hint baby give me it
You're dangerous
I'm loving it

Too high
Can't come down
It's in my head
Spinnin' round and round
Can you feel me now?

Oh,
The taste of your lips
I'm on a ride.
You're toxic I'm slipping under
With a taste of your poison paradise

I'm addicted to you
Don't you know that your toxic?

Shades put his hand up, meaning for me to stop. "I've heard enough." Oh no... did he not like it? I quietly awaited for their responses as they wrote down their scores. Pez started. "Now, Lightbulb, we're going to tell you the truth, and ONLY the truth. And I need to hear the answer to this question. Have you EVER taken vocal lessons? Ever?" Aw, man, I have a feeling they didn't like it... I knew Painty was lying when it said I was good! "Um, actually, no I haven't." Pez stood up, and looked me dead in the eyes.

"Never? Are you sure? Because I have to say... That has GOT to be one of the best auditions I've EVER seen! You have a natural talent, honey. Sure, one note was a bit sharp, but it only made it better! I applaud you, darling." I took a large breath of relief, and grinned in disbelief that she liked it THAT much! "O-Oh my god, thank you so much!" Quarter Note and Shades stood up along side her, with Quarter Note commenting next. "Honestly, PD, you took the word right of my mouth. How long have you been singing?" I bit my lip and scratched the back of my neck. "Well, my friend only commented on it maybe a week ago, but I've only sang in the shower before that."

QN stared at me in disbelief. "That's IT? Darling, you have a talent that should be publicized." Shades nodded his head in agreement. "I don't say it very often, but you're fairly talented. You have a few quirks in your voice, but hey, they can be easily fixed. I gotta say, Hairspray, chose the right audience member. And that's why..." All three of them grabbed something off the middle of the table, and screamed, "YOU'RE GOING TO HOLLYWOOD!"

I screamed in glee as saw the glistening golden ticket in QN's hand, and thanked them so much, hugging them. I ran out, and decided to trick Paintbrush, holding in my excitement. I pushed open the door, and saw PB. "So?" It asked. I lowered my head, hiding my smile. "Aw, Lightbulb..." I then held out a ticket, and looked up with a cheesy grin. "AGH! YOU GOT ME! LIGHTBULB THATS AWESOME! YOU'RE AWESOME!" Paintbrush pulled me tightly into a hug, and I hugged back. "This has got to be a dream!" I yelled, scanning the completely real ticket. "I didn't doubt you for a second!" It sweetly responded, also looking closely at the ticket.

I went up to the wall, where we had to write our names if we won, and took the white marker, signing my name with a small bulb on the dot of the i of Lightbulb, underlining my name. I slammed open the doors of the lobby, excitedly jumping out with Painty's hand holding mine, feeling just as excited. Everyone looked at me, and some smiled, happy for me, and some looked at me in disapproval, for god knows why. We walked out the glass doors we came in from, and then I wondered out loud, "Wait.. how are we gonna get home?"

Paintbrush shrugged it's shoulders, looking a bit worried. "Maybe Hairs- oh wait, nevermind, he's busy with the show." We waited outside in silence for about 5 minutes, when we saw a car pull up, and a guy walk out of it, the same guy from earlier that drove us to and from the motel. "Perfect!" I yelled, as he motioned us in and we hopped into the car.

•••

We got out, and walked back into the motel. "So, do you know exactly how we're going to get to the building in Hollywood? We can't drive, and Hairspray will most likely be with the judges in a separate vehicle." Paintbrush asked. I looked at the ticket, thinking that it may say something somewhere. "Aha! Right here, it says that they will pick us up three days from now!" PB's eyes widened. "Three days? What are we gonna do for three days?" I shrugged. "I dunno, but I'm kinda hungry, how about you?" Paintbrush nodded. "Me too. Let's see if there's anything in the fridge."

It walked over, and asked, "Microwavable chili okay with you?" I nodded at it, and it started to make it. "So, Painty, you told me you liked art... do you have any sketch books or something with you? I'm guessing not, since, well, you know, but.." It thought a moment, and sighed. "No, I left all my sketch books at my old house.. I never thought about that... Man, I wish I could get those back..." Paintbrush sounded saddened and hurt by the thought of it's memorable sketches and drawings being left behind in the hands of the people it used to love. "Sorry, PB, I didn't mean to bring it up.."

Paintbrush shook it's head and forced a laugh. "No, no, you're fine. There was some stuff in there I don't want people to see anyways..." I cocked my head. "What kind of stuff?" PB blushed, and responded, "O-Oh nothing. But hey, the chili is ready!" It brought it out, and we ate it, sitting out on the lawn of the motel door in silence. "Um, one more thing... Painty, do you think... well, do you think I'm fat?" PB set it's fork down, and looked at me. "What? No, what makes you ask that?" I shook my head. "Nothing, it's just... compared to you, I look so tubby.." Paintbrush surprisingly hurried over and hugged me. "Listen Lightbulb, you are NOT fat. You are gorgeous, I don't want you to think any different than that." I blushed, and looked at it a bit.

Then, I dropped everything and hugged it back. "Thanks Paintbrush. You have no idea how much that means to me." I thanked it, tears welling up in my eyes. Then, it held me back in front of his face, and our noses were touching. I blushed hard, and it's eyes reflected the sunset, who's pastel colors popped out in his eyes, making them look irresistible. It then started to get even closer, and it started kissing me. At first I was absolutely shocked, but then I realized, this is PAINTBRUSH kissing you right now! Make the best of it, stupid! So I closed my eyes and deepened the kiss, leaning it on to the grass. We then stopped the kiss and smiled. "Y-You, Painty, I-I really, REALLY like you..." I started. "Perfect, then our feelings are mutual." I giggled, and we held hands as we walked back inside, throwing our stuff away. "Hey, Lightbulb, can I... ask you something?" I nodded, blushing. "Of course." Paintbrush kissed me, and asked, "W-Will you be my girlfriend?"

(A/N: OOOOOO CLIFFHANGER! AND ITS NOT A DREAM THIS TIME! Also, ITS BEEN 3 MONTHS SINCE I UPDATED THIS. How did I let THAT happen? I'm literally laughing maniacally right now, but that's besides the point 😂. Things seem to be getting way better for LB and PB at this point, aye? Aye? Haha, see ya next time! Don't forget to comment and rate!)