Baby I Loved You First- Leonetta

Chapter 6:

/Violetta/

Violetta rushed home after their encounter. She didn't have any other scenes for the day which meant no one would be asking where she went. She was just happy to finally be back in the comfort of her own home. Spending time with Leon has made her go a bit stir crazy.

She opens her door and hears music playing from the lounge. She smiles and walks toward the noise, happy to see Tomas in the love seat. He's strumming his guitar, soft humming coming from his mouth. He strums a few more chords and then he's looking up and his lips turn up in a smile.

"You're back." He comments, standing to give Violetta a hug. She takes it graciously, feeling more relaxed now that she's in Tomas' arms. They hold each other for a while longer before Tomas is moving back to plant a kiss on her cheek. "How was work?"

"Stressful." She huffs, dropping herself onto the loveseat. Tomas copies the action, plopping down next to her and wrapping his arm around her.

"Why's that?"

"Just a lot going on and it's only been the first week." Tomas cuddles her closer and Violetta let's her body relax even further. She missed this. It's been a while since they've had time together what with Tomas' career just taking off. The only reason he's currently sitting there with her is because he's on a month break before he'll be heading out on his first tour.

"Well your home now, what do you say we go out? We haven't been on a date in ages. It'll be nice to take you out again." He suggests. As much as Violetta loves the ides, she would rather have a cozy day in. But she feels bad for even thinking of denying they go out. In a month's time, they won't be able to see each other as often. She figures that she can have her cozy day later.

"Sure, I'll just get ready." Violetta gives him a pat on the shoulder, then stands back up to head to her room. "I'll be ready in twenty." She jogs up the stairs, shoes in hand and rushes into the bathroom. She showers at a rapid pace before she's slipping on a night dress. It reaches mid-thigh, accentuating her body in all the right places. She grabs a pair of heels and combs through her hair and then she finally makes her way downstairs to find Tomas' ready as well. He's dressed in the same denim button up and tan chinos from when he arrived. "Ready."

Tomas takes her to one of her favorite restaurants, Lailos. It's not too crowded and he gets them a decent table in the middle. The restaurant isn't very high class, but it's pretty out there, being one of the places to be in Hollywood. Violetta orders the house special while Tomas opts for a simple soup and salad combo.

"So tell me." Tomas says after his first bite. "Why is it so stressful?" Violetta isn't sure if she should mention Leon. She's never really talked about him before, the pain having been unbearable then. She only ever spoke to Fran about it, her knowing the full story. Even though Tomas has been in her life for quite some time now, she never thought about discussing her ex. It's still a sore subject.

"My costar is just not who I expected. " She finally replies, having been silent for far too long.

"Oh?" She knows he's implying why, but she decides to change the subject all together.

"So how's the album going, finally finish it?" Tomas has been working on his album for almost a year now, but they producers have yet to finish the last minute details.

"Just about, the team is thinking about adding another song, which I don't have. They want me to write something from the heart, to put out as a bonus track. I'm not sure what to write about yet." Tomas has been struggling to figure out the words to his new song. He has a melody, but the words never seem to fit. Violetta takes his hand from across the table.

"Don't worry, I'm sure you'll be inspired soon." She reassures. Tomas smiles and they both go back to their dish.

It's almost an hour later when they finish, skipping dessert because they were so full. Violetta's nerves have finally vanished with each passing minute. Tomas has a way of making her feel calm again. While he pays, she goes off to the restroom to freshen up. She reapllies her eyeliner and dabs on some more lipgloss before she's walking back out. She's only walked a few steps when she's colliding with someone.

"Oh I'm sor-" Her apology is cut short when she sees the last person she expected to see again today

\Leon\

After Violette left, Leon did a few more takes of his individual scenes before he was let out for the day. He was feeling so out of it and just wanted to settle down in his bed and watch some reruns. He was all set to do it too, but Andres is telling him he should go out.

"Come out to dinner with me, Leon. It'll be a great way to take your mind off of things." He pleaded and Leon tought it would be better than sulking about the rest of the night. He dressed semi causal in a blazer and slacks and was ready in minutes.

They arrive to one of the less fancy food places in the heart of LA and then Andres asks for a bottle of champagne.

"It'll help you let loose." He explained.

An hour later, Leon was just the right amount of tipsy, laughing at his friend's stories and feeling better about the day by the minute. Andres did great in cheering Leon up.

"It's nice to see you smile." Andres states, sipping his second glass of champagne.

"It feels nice to smile." Leon laughs at that and follows it with a story. His mind is jumbling with thoughts and for a moment he gets dizzy.

"You okay Leon?" Andres enquires.

"Fine, just need to head to the restroom." He's out of his seat and sauntering to the bathroom in seconds. He washes his face, rubbing his face to sober up. He lets out shaky breathes and finally dries his face. He heads back out and just as he's about to turn, someone is crashing into him. He looks over his shoulder and goes wide eyed when he sees Violetta standing there.

She looks gorgeous in her black dress and red heels. Her hair is cast to the side making her look like a siren. He feels like his mind is playing tricks on him, so he blinks a few times, but it doesn't change anything. Violetta stays in the same position. He hopes to speak, but someone is coming up behind them, interrupting the moment.

"Violetta?" A male voice asks and Leon turns to see the boyfriend.

"Tomas. I'm sorry I took so long." She's finally out of her little trance and trying to get the man to move. Tomas holds his ground, staring at Leon intensely. It's only another moment, before he's smiling wide.

"Aren't you Leon Vargas?" He questions, hand outstretched in greeting. Leon shakes his head and nods. "I'm a big fan of your work." He exclaims.

"I would say the same, but I'm not familiar with your music." Leon answers.

"That's alright." He turns to Violetta. "I can't believe you never told me you met him."

"Oh well I did."

"We've actually known each other before, back in high school." Leon interjects. Violetta gives him a glare.

"Yeah well that was in the past." She tugs on Tomas' arm. "Now let's go yeah." She leaves no room for denial, hauling Tomas away. He waves and Leon gives him a small smile. 

This was far from what he expected to happen when he came here tonight.