Stupid in Love

What you don't see

•Brinley's POV•

Tonight is Justin's last show in LA and I can't wait to actually see him perform a whole show since I kinda missed the last one. He's currently in his dressing room talking to Scooter and also getting prepped with his wardrobe and whatever else they have to do. 

Carson, Vanessa, and I are sitting backstage. In case you're confused, my grandparents did come with us on this trip. Justin booked them a separate hotel so they could spend some time alone together which was really kind of him. They've called to check in but it seems like they're having a great time so I am happy for them. 

"I saw Megan Fox on the street, at least I think it was her, but she was so ho-" Carson gets cut off as we all jump at the sound of Justins loud voice. I turn around to see an angry look on his face as he grips his fists so tight that his knuckles are turning white. He's dressed and ready and his team is hurrying after him with terrified looks on their faces. 

"Scooter just listen to me! You're not even letting me-" 

"Delete everything. Don't be a little punk and just do what she says or you'll make things worse." 

"I think I have a right to post about my girlfriend whenever I want to." Justin snaps back and Scooter laughs. 

"No, kid. You don't. Not with your life." 

I furrow my eyebrows and stand up as I walk to both of them. 

"What's going on here?" I ask and Scooter looks over at me. 

"Nothing. Justin, you're on in 20 seconds." 

Justin gives me a look then moves around me and walks to the edge of the backstage as they prep his mic. I quickly follow behind him while Carson and Vanessa stand behind me. Scooter stands in front of Justin and Justin avoids his eyes as he stares into mine. I give him a sympathetic look but his eyes soon leave mine when Scooter slaps his cheek a couple times. 

"Justin, look at me. Smile. Smile for the fans or they'll know something is up." Scooter says and Justin's jaw clenches as he stares at him before a forced smile spreads across his face. I slowly shake my head and start to get angry.

Are you fucking kidding me? 

"This is fucking bullshit." 

My eyes look up to see Justin looking at Carson, Vanessa, and I. 

"This is the shit the media doesn't show you. This whole industry is complete bullshit!" He yells angrily and Scooter slaps him again. 

How unbelievable and disrespectful. I get he's a popstar, but no one deserves to be treated like that no matter the circumstances. 

I wish I could just go hug him but I know I can't. His team is scurrying to get everything perfect and practically surrounding him. 

"Cut that shit out. You signed up for this, remember that? You brought this upon yourself. Now go out there and sing for the people who have supported and loved you your whole life or God so help me this tour is over." Scooter threatens and my heart breaks at the look Justin gives him. 

He looks back at me and does our little handshake thing we used to do when we were little. 

He puts his fist on his chest and taps once before he brings his hand to his mouth and kisses two fingers then points at me with one of them. I smile at him before doing it back. He gives me a sad smile before he lets out a breath and faces the crowd. 

"Let's do this." He whispers and looks back at us one more time and waves before he runs onto the stage. 

"LA HOW YOU DOING TONIGHT? MAN ITS SO GOOD TO SEE ALL YOUR BEAUTIFUL FACES!"