I Wanna Be a Starship Ranger

Granger Danger

It felt like I was flying around the room, going from person to person, dancing with whoever grabbed me next. Tyler kept a close eye on me, making sure none of the guys tried anything. When I made it back to Tyler again, I was too exhausted to move. He sat me down on the couch and got me a drink. “Sorry about that Emma, who knew they would go that crazy.” He said.

“It’s fine, I’m having fun.” I said.

“Are you sure? You look disappointed.” He asked.

“Well, I was hoping to see Joey. But it’s ok.” I reassured.

“He should have been here by now, wonder where he went?” Tyler said as he looked around.

(JOEY’S POV)

Joe had to send me across town to get wings, typical Walker. I’ll get him for it later, now I had to hurry before Walker sends me somewhere else. I looked down at my watch…10:00! Crap, I need to move it! I’m 2 hours late! I hit the gas and sped down the street, watching the street signs. Cunningham..no….East Main….no….wait there it is! As I turned down Mount View Drive, I could hear the party. I found a parking spot and started to get the food out. Wings, chips, pizza, red vines, candy, beer, and soda; that should be all. Carefully carrying the food, I made my way to the door and knocked. “Joey! You made it! Jeeze, why did you get that much? Walker!!” Lauren yelled.

“Please..help…gonna..drop.” I said

“Oh right, here let me help.” She said taking the beer and soda.

She led me to the kitchen where I dropped everything on the table. The music was booming and people were already dancing. Maybe I’ll find Arielle or Jaime later to dance. I saw Walker laughing nearby, time for revenge. “Hey Walker!” I yelled over the music.

“Hey Joey, glad you finally made it!” he yelled.

“No thanks to you, next time, get your own food, man.” I said joking with him.

“Get me a beer, will ya?” he asked.

I went back to the table and picked a beer, hmmm. I turned my back and shook it up furiously. “Here ya go buddy!” I hollered and tossed the beer.

He opened the can and it sprayed him all over. I doubled over in laughter, uh oh he looks pissed. He smiled and walked over to me. Oh crap. He grabbed my shoulders and pretended to punch me. Then he picked me up and threw me on to the dance floor. Always acting with him, hahaha. I opened my eyes, I was laying on the floor. There she was, the most beautiful girl I had ever seen, standing above me. Her voice was like an angel. “Are you ok?” she asked.

Lauren had turned the music down, the neighbor had complained. I kept staring at the girl above me, come on Joey say something! “uh…um…uh…Hi.” I said.

I sounded really stupid; great she’ll think I’m idiot. “Hi, need help?” she asked holding out her hand.

 I took her hand and stood up. She stood just at my chin. I hadn’t even noticed that someone was next to her. “Joey, dude you ok?” Tyler asked.

“Yea, I’m fine. Not a scratch. So who is this?” I asked.

“Oh this is my date, Emma. Emma this is Joey Richter.” He introduced us.

“I think we’ve met already.” She giggled.

Such a cute laugh; why does Tyler get all the cute girls? Oh well, oh wait. She looks like a big starkid fan, I wonder…hmmm. “So Emma, you like starkid?” I asked pointing to her shirt.

“Yea, I’m a huge fan. I know all the songs. That’s how Tyler and I met. I was singing ‘Granger Danger’ at FYE and we kinda bumped into each other.” She said.

“Awesome, so whose your favorite Starkid?” I asked.

She blushed and looked down; twirling her fingers. “Well, um..i have 4. Tyler, Joe Walker, Brian Holder …and You.” She said embarrassed.

Tyler walked away, hurt but not surprised. He knew she liked me, so it was only a matter of time.

“Awww, thanks. Sure would like to hear you sing sometime.” I said.

“Well I don’t think I’m as good as you guys.” She said.

“Don’t know until you try.” I reassured.

(EMMA'S POV)

Ican’t believe I just met Joey Richter. I had butterflies in my stomach and I was so giddy. Wait, where did Tyler go? Oh well. We talked for what seemed like hours (it was only 10  minutes) about me and him. A few times, I saw joey look behind me like he was motioning at someone. Was he planning something? The next thing I knew, Lauren was pulling me backwards toward a microphone she had set up. Oh no, I can’t sing in front of them! I tried to get away but Joey grabbed my waist and never let go. The touch of his arm, made me melt. Another mic was set up next to mine, was he singing with me? He whispered to Lauren and she went over to the stereo. I heard Granger Danger start up, oh great my favorite song. I started to sing:  

Here I am face to face

With a situation I never thought I'd ever see

Strange, how a dress can take mess

And make her nothing less than

Beautiful to me..

Just then I was interrupted, by Joey!

He began to sing with me:

It seems like my eyes have been transfigured

Something deep inside has changed

Better open wide but hold that trigger

This could mean...Danger

We sang together and I melted. He looked so adorable and cute singing. We finished the song and he kissed my cheek. I smiled so big and nearly fell over. Tyler gave me a hug and said it was great. Soon I was crowded by everyone, telling what an amazing singer I am. Nick and Matt went off to the side with Brian and talked privately. I went over to joey and Jaime and talked. I showed them my blue sweatband that I kept in my pocket and told them about my friends. Nick cleared his throat and the room got quiet. "We have decided to bring in a new member to the team. Please welcome Emma, the newest starkid!" Nick announced.

I was stunned and unable to speak. I fell over on joey, passed out. I awoke 20 minutes later in joeys lap. I shot up like a rocket and apologised for what happened. He smiled and said it was fine. I picked up my purse and dug for my phone. It was 12:30, crap my parents are gonna kill me! I scrambled to my feet and tried to find Tyler. He was drinking with Dylan and joe, not riding with him now, great. Now how was I gonna get home? "Need a ride?" I heard behind me.

Joey was standing there with his keys in hand. "Don't worry, I'll take care of him later.i can give you ride if you want." He said smiling his crooked smile.

"Thanks." I said.

We went out to his car and got inside. The air outside was a little chilly so he turned the heater on for a minute. His car was nice, and had a lot of his own personality. We listened to the beatles and I started getting tired. I fell asleep and leaned over on his side. I woke up right as we pulled up to my house. I got out and thanked him for the ride. As I walked toward the door, I heard him singing:

This could mean...danger

I smiled and he walked over to me. "It's too bad you have to leave. I would have liked to hang out more, get to know you." He said.

"I would have liked that. But if I don't get in soon my dad will have a fit." I said.

He moved my hair behind my ear and smiled. I blushed and smiled at him, nervously. "Since you're a Starkid now, we'll be seeing a lot more of each other. Oh here, your phone fell out in my car. I put my number in it for you. Text me tomorrow, okay?" He said.

I nodded and took my phone. He gave me a hug and another kiss on the cheek before leaving. I floated inside on a cloud, never wanting to come down. My mom was watching tv in the living room waiting for me. I told her what happened and she forgave me, knowing I did the right thing. I went to bed and dreamed sweet dreams of Joey all night.