Don't Change The Way You Think Of Me

Showdown at Johnny's Saloon

Brian's POV

I didn't wake up the next day until the afternoon. I had some crazy dreams about that bitch, but at least I knew that I would never have to see her again. I'm glad Matt and Johnny finally saw things my way.

I tried to call all the guys, but no one was home. I even called Val and she said she didn't know where Matt was. I almost felt like she was lying to me, but why would she do that? I dismissed that thought and decided to eat and take a shower and try calling them again.

I tried calling again at 4:00, 5:00, 6:00 and 7:00. This was fucking bullshit, I finally got hold of Damien and he didn't know where everyone else was either. I asked him if he wanted to meet up at Johnny's and play pool and he was game. He said that he needed a ride so I agreed to pick him up at 8:00. I figured I could have a talk with Damien about getting his head out of his ass and be there for the band when he was supposed to be.

When he got into my car the first thing he said was.

"How did yesterday go? Did you guys like the PR Manager?"

"Fuck no, she was a fucking bitch."

"Really? That sucks, I'm sure if you guys don't like her I won't either."

"I was actually the only one who got to see her for who she really is. Jimmy, Matt, Zacky and Larry thought she was wonderful."

"Really? I can't wait to meet her and see what I think."

"You're not going to meet her."

"What?" You could hear panic in his voice.

"We are going to ask for someone different, I refuse to work with her and I don't give a shit if she loses her job."

By this time we were at Johnny's, I was not prepared for the bullshit that awaited me inside.

Paisley's POV

I admit I was little nervous about meeting up the guys, after all I didn't really know them. But, it was time to live a little and this was a start. The boys met me at the amusement park. I had a great time and we all became fast friends. They told me about their families, how the band was formed and about their friendship. I gave them some information about me, but I didn't want them to know too much about my divorce.

I had to work the next day, so we decided to leave at 6. Jimmy insisted on walking me to my car, while Matt and Zacky got their car.

"Thank you for paying our admission today. I hope you had a good time." Jimmy said, looking down at me as we stood next to my car.

"I had a great time! I'm the one that should be thanking you, I needed a day like this."

"So" he paused like he wasn't sure what he wanted to say. "So, what do you think?" I think he blushed a little, he looked away as if he was afraid to look at me when I answered.

"I think I'm working with some great guys, who are going to be huge someday."

"Really?" He smiled, turning his face toward me again.

"Yes really, I can't wait to see you guys live either."

"That is awesome!" He exclaimed, we hugged and seemed frozen in the moment. Then we heard someone yelling.

"Jimmy!" We looked toward the voice and saw Matt running toward us.

"What the hell?" I asked. Matt reached us, out of breath.

"The van is toast. We're fucked." Matt said.

"What do you mean, toast?" Jimmy asked.

"I mean there was a fire under the hood when we tried to start it!"