Chase

Chapter 8

When I woke up there was a knock at my door. It's 12 in the afternoon. Who's even awake this early on a Saturday. I went to my door to see Emanuel.

"She's in the guest room" I blankly stated.

"Thank you" he whispered as he headed his way towards her as I thanked Bradlee for coming by and watching him leave.

I went straight into my washroom and took a shower. Today is my step moms lunch in. She basically invites her family and friends over and I have to be the perfect little girl.

I did my hair to her liking, I dressed to her liking a bit, there was too much cleavage and I accessorized to her liking a bit. Though my makeup, purse and shoe colour choice she won't be so thrilled about.

As soon as I walked into the house I heard her sharp inhale as she starred me up and down. "What the hell do you think you're doing?" She shrieked "your makeup, purse and shoes, are so dark and your boobs are wrong for that dress, it shows too much and guests are going to be here soon go change" just as she finishes the door bell rings.

"Nope, I have to get the door" I smiled as I opened the door.

"Hello Mr. and Mrs. West, I would like to apologize again for the first impression I gave you last week, if you'd like I can show you the party hall" I smile softly.

"Oh thank you sweetie and no need to worry I was mostly shocked that a girl finally got the nerve to punch him, I think he deserved it." She smiled softly.

"Wow mom thanks, that doesn't hurt" Michaels voice pops up behind them.

"Well Mrs. West I love your presence but this is the party hall and I have to help the other guests, please make yourself at home." I answered somewhat truthfully, I love her presence there's just something about her but I just have to help guide guests I don't actually have to walk with them.

I walked straight to the kitchen where the caterers are. "Hey guys, guests are slowly coming, I've decided to warn you before the monster of a step mother of mine yells at you for being in here." I smiled and walked out. It's always the same servers, I've gotten to know a few of them and they've admitted that I'm a favourite.

"What did she ever do to you?" Michaels voice questioned.

"Nothing that should concern you" I smile softly as I walked towards the party hall. But stopping to fix his tie, just like I used to with Chase but his tie matched the colour of my shoes and purse perfectly. "Sorry, habit" I mumbled as I continued towards the party hall.

I walked around, talked to every guest and did exactly what I was supposed to do. But what I did do was avoid my stepmother. That was until she started walking towards me with my father.

"You're singing tonight" my father states without stopping as he grabs my arm and walks me behind stage.

"What if I don't want too?" I ask knowing it would bother my step mom.

"Please do it, my performer cancelled last minute" my step mother begged.

"Am I getting paid" I knew she would be annoyed if I asked but if I'm getting paid I'll do good.

"Fine, I'll give you what I was supposed to give the performer." She rolled her eyes.

I watched as her and my dad walked onto the small stage they had installed. "Hello everyone thank you for coming, you all know my husband and for tonight's entertainment our daughter will be singing two songs for you, thank you" she smiled and walked off stage.

I walked on. "Hello everyone, I'm Brooke, the first song I'll be singing is read all about it by Emeli Sandé, followed by like I'm gonna lose you by Meghan Trainor" I smiled softly as the band started playing.

By the time I knew it I was already done singing. "Thank you everyone, I hope you have an amazing evening" I smiled and walked off stage.

"Baby girl that was beautiful" my dad smiles as he pulled me in for a hug.

"Thank you" my step mom smiles as she places a hand on my shoulder and passes me an envelope with cash. I smile and place it into my purse.

I didn't want to get anymore compliments. I hated singing. By the time I made it outside I felt the tears starting to form. I made it to my house before I couldn't control the tears.

I sat on the couch and let the tears falls. I hated singing without her. It's like I'm betraying her.

"Are you okay?" I look up to see Michael standing in front of me.

"Im fine" I got up and cleaned up my make up and fixed some touch ups. "I should head back to the party"

"No need, the parties done." He smiled as he sat down on my couch.

"Oh okay, I'm just gonna head to bed then, there's a guest room if you need to stay or something."