Labyrinth

Patches of Thorns

"Lauren wake up!" The intrusive voice arouses Lauren from her sleep,

"Leave me alone," she groans out desperately trying to block out the light invading her peace.

"You don't know how long I've made you sleep for, the days almost done," soon after the covers are ripped off her body, she jolts awake thanking her drunk self that she didn't sleep naked.

"I got you some Advil," Lauren mumbles a thank you taking the pills before sipping from the glass of water,

"How did you get home?" Lucy wiggles her eyebrows playfully,

"She drove me home,"

"Onyx!" Her mouth gapes, "No fucking way!" Lauren frowns at the sudden loud noise but nods, putting the empty glass on the bedside table.

"Yeah cause you fucking left, asshole move by the way." She yawns holding her throbbing forehead, Lucy jumps on the bed.

"Well its not my fault it sounded like a fucking porno in there, I wanted to get laid to!" She whines, climbing on top of her, Lauren waves her hand; dismissing her.

"What time is it anyway?"

"Its like coming up to four,"

"What! I wanted to meet up with Angela this morning, the meeting..."

"Don't worry, I got you covered, she's coming here,"

"Lu, I'm not even dressed,"

"No time like the present, get up," once again she rips the covers off, "Get in the shower before I throw you in there," she orders , before leaving the room with the blankets in tow.

With many failed attempts of trying to get out of bed Lauren finally gets into the shower. The hot water feels amazing on her body stripping away the grogginess of sleep. Getting out of the shower and putting on some sweats she makes her way downstairs to find Lucy and Angela talking.

"Morning," she mumbles,

"Afternoon Lauren," her agent corrects, she makes her way into the kitchen pouring herself a cup of coffee, she sits down on one of the island opposite her agent.

"So what you got chief?" Angela takes out a small folder and sets it on the table,

"This label will give you the exposure you need, not only with experience and professionalism,"

"How did you get it - did they listen to my demo?" She nods flicking through her various papers

"One of the A&R's did, I don't know which one but they liked it,"

"That's so dope, I can't believe we're finally getting there,"

"Its only a meeting, but I'm sure you're going to get it.
I have I few facts that should impress them, but either than that its all on you hun," Angela stands pushing the folder towards Lauren,

"I'll see you out," Lucy pipes up,

"Oh and for heavens sake Lauren - don't be late," Lauren rolls her eyes,

"When am I ever late?" Her agent raises an eyebrow,

"Never mind don't answer that," Angela hums in agreement, following Lucy to the front door.

"It's now or never Lauren, don't mess this up," she warns to herself as she takes the binder upstairs to her room.

Next day

"This is the moment I've waited for," Lauren stands outside of one of the biggest record labels in the country, with a deep breath she walks up the concrete steps and into the luxurious minimalistic building, striding up to the reception desk.