Prima Ballerina *Jelena Ballerina Series* (Part 1)

Chapter 23: Two Bouquets of Roses

Selena's P.O.V.

Tonight's the night. After a month of preparation, the September Showcase is going to be in action tonight. Forrest and I were able to put aside our differences and work together like the professionals we are. But last week is when our friendship really started to click again. He and Resa broke up. So, of course, I was the one there for him after the breakup and I was more than relieved to hear that they broke up.

Resa bragged to the other dancers how she broke up with Forrest. I'm sure that she did that to bother Forrest, but he didn't mind one bit. Forrest told me the story behind their breakup and I finally heard what I needed to hear from him. Resa broke up with Forrest because he is still in love with Taylor. All I can say is: I KNEW IT.

I'm hoping that after the showcase tonight that I can get Taylor and Forrest back together. She hasn't mentioned Clay since that day Justin cut him off. I haven't even seen him in school. My hopes are that he just changed classes, but I'm not interested enough to ask Taylor what's going on with him. Taylor is sitting in the second row tonight and I can't wait to see her in the audience.

However, I'm looking more forward to seeing Justin in the front row right next to Miss B. Always, the staff has been reserved the first row of the auditorium. This is the first time Justin is going to see me perform live and I can't wait for him to see. But those are the only two people coming tonight to see me. As for Forrest, he doesn't have anyone. Well, Taylor is going to be there, but she won't fess up to wanting to see him.

Forrest's dad has had enough with him and dance since Forrest wants to pursue a career in dance. Ever since he won the scholarship, Miss B sent his name out to various productions. A lot are interested in him and there have been dozens of scouts coming into our studio lately. Every one of them picked Forrest out. His dad always supported Forrest with dance until he wanted a career in it. Until Forrest chooses a practical career he's no longer paying for classes and refusing to attend shows.

As for my dad, he never fails to come to my shows, except for tonight. Lately, he's been missing my mom a lot and the September Showcase was one of the last productions that she put together. Normally, this is the one I am the most excited for to represent my mother. Last year, my dad came but he left during the bows because he couldn't handle it. I don't blame him for not coming, plus I'm somewhat relieved that he isn't. With all the rehearsals in the past month and teaching at late hours, I haven't kept too in contact with my dad so I haven't gotten to tell him that I have a boyfriend right now. Also, I haven't told him that my grades slipped a bit and I quit my job at the diner. But I think the whole boyfriend thing will give him enough of a heart attack.

Today, I haven't seen Justin because of how hectic everything is. I have to control my class in the back room and prepare for my own numbers. Forrest is helping me, which I'm more than grateful for. These little kids are placing so much stress on me, but I love them and can't wait to see them perform what I have for them. Miss B has been rushing around backstage, checking the lighting, and having us go through our choreography on stage throughout the day. I've thought about asking her where Justin is, but I didn't want to bother her.

Justin texted me earlier to wish me luck, along with my dad, and Charlie. But I still want to see Justin before I go on stage tonight. That, however, is highly unlikely. Miss B probably stuck him to ushering people to their seats. Which, I don't blame her for since he has zero experience at these showcases. Plus, Justin has charm and I think the audience will enjoy that while he shows them to their seats.

Resa has stayed clear from us. She hasn't told me to literally break my legs on stage today, so that's a plus. Maybe she's waiting for Forrest to leave me by myself, but he's staying with me all day and throughout the show. Now that I'm thinking about it, I haven't even see Resa today. Normally, she has a little diva tantrum just to make it known that she is in the building. Maybe she is laying low because of the breakup with Forrest.