Rose Water//DiCaprio

18

"Stay close, baby." Leo mumbled as he and Samantha pranced onto the red carpet. He protectively wrapped his arm around her waist, pulling her closer to him. Used to being in the spotlight, Leonardo knew how reckless and demanding reporters questions could be.

"Just smile and wave, princess, unless I nod to you to speak, or you are directly spoken to. I don't want you to say something you'll regret."

Samantha nodded eagerly, her heart beating with excitement as camera lights blinded her. As soon as the paparazzi spotted the two, they immediately became smothered with questions and remarks.

"Is this your girlfriend?"

"When will you be starring in new films?"

"You two look lovely tonight!"

"Leo, Sam, over here!"

"Samantha, are you officially Leonardo's date for tonight's event?"

"Are you two a couple or good friends?"

"Happy birthday Samantha!"

"Samantha, who are you wearing tonight?"

Samantha only did as Leonardo had instructed, for she smiled and waved like her life depended on it. She clung to the man like wet clothes, making sure she never lost him in the tight crowd.

Leo walked over to one of the many reporters with style, his charm spreading throughout the room. "Good afternoon." He said with an award winning smile, tugging Samantha with him.

The female reporter smiled and blushed slightly, as any woman would in the presence of an icon with so much talent. "What an honor to speak to the Leonardo DiCaprio himself! How are you doing today?" She asked politely.

"I've never been better darling, I'm on top of the world!" He answered, turning to Sam and winking at her.

"And you, Samantha...also happy birthday!"

"Absolutely smitten, and thank you." The teen replied softly, feeling Leo's grip tighten around her.

"How does it feel to be on the red carpet with the worlds favorite, and sexiest actor?"

"It's an honor, even being able to speak to him, let alone reside with him is unreal."

"You two are residing together?"

'Shit.' Samantha thought to herself. She looked over to Leo for help, and he quickly caught on.

"We have been spending a lot of time together, she means. Getting closer, Day by Day."

The reporter smiled and nodded. "Now time for the question I know you won't answer, but I might as well try...Are you two here as a couple, or as close friends?"

Samantha quickly looked down at the carpet under her feet, knowing how private Leo was with his life, especially when it came to dating.

"As a matter a fact, we have come as a couple."

Samantha's head shot up and she looked over at her date, a smile creeping up on her face. He had announced it, and now it was truly official.

"Lovely! I've been cheering on team Lamantha since it first surfaced! I'm happy for you guys! Thank you for letting me take some of your time today." The reporter gushed. Leo smiled softly and nodded, kissing the woman's hand before walking off of the red carpet, and walking into the seating auditorium.

The two went on a hunt to find their seats, soon finding their saved spots, far in the back.

"Why are we so far away from everyone?" Samantha questioned, sliding down into the comfortable plush seating.

"They had me written down for a closer seat, but I declined it. I gave it to my family instead. However, I wanted us to sit back here, so that we can play a little game." Leonardo smirked wetting his lips with the tip of his tongue.

"And what game would that be, Mr.DiCaprio?"

"It's a little one I made up actually, I like to call it don't moan while I finger you at the Oscars, or everyone will hear."