My True Love ; a jariana story

12 • Night Work

Ariana's POV

Justin and I had been at it for a whole month now. I was happy with him. We still hadn't told anyone. I haven't even told Alexa, my mom..anyone. People are starting to get suspicious of us now but, they haven't asked questions. Zayn has been hanging out with Hailey, which I find extremely ironic.

Did I mention Justin made the ice hockey team? As I predicted. Oh, and I did buy some lingerie. I never had any but I'm happy I bought it, it makes me feel like... a dangerous woman when I put it on. It was tenth period and I was so excited for tonight. I had some plans.

Justin noticed that I was shaking my leg really fast, biting my lip and constantly checking the time. He mouthed to me, "Are you horny?" I quickly gave him a look and shook my head. He mouthed, "Then what?" and I just mouthed "Nothing," back at him. He shrugged. He knew I was lying but I didn't really care.

The bell rang and I quickly left the classroom. I went to my locker and quickly packed up. I went down the hall and made a left. I saw Justin at his locker and I went up to him. "Babe?" I asked. His eyes went wide. "What happened to keeping thing secret?" He said. I rolled my eyes, "Can you pick me up tonight at...nine-thirty?"  "Do you have work?" I nod. "That late?" I nod again. "Okay babe," "I'll text you the address." "Ariana I know where Starbucks is!" He says but I left. I quickly go to my car and drive home.

Once I get home I run upstairs and shower. I shave, wash my hair, and my face. An entire workout. When I'm done I look at myself in the mirror. What do I wear? My hair? My makeup? Ugh. I blowdry might hair. I then put it in a sleek ponytail and straighten the ponytail.

I then start on my makeup. I was going to wear red lipstick but I didn't want to make too much of a statement. I decided to choose my lipstick later but I'm pretty sure it will be a nude. I go into my closet and look through my dresses. It has to black. I choose a sleek black dress that hugs my tiny curves. I then moisturize myself and apply my perfume.

I put my rings on, grab my clutch and then head downstairs. I grab my black heels by the doorway. I wear my moccasins for now though. I check the time, 6:10pm. Shit. I had to be there at 6:55pm. I quickly left the house.

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I arrived at 6:45pm. Only ten minutes early. I almost forgot to put my heels on, omg. I quickly put them, throw my moccasins in the back seat and go inside. "You are?" "Grande, Ariana Grande." "Oh yes, follow him to the back." I do follow this guy to the backroom. I'm taken to this guy's office. Richard I think his name is?

"She's here," the guy says. "Well bring her in," I think Richard says. The guy escorts me inside the room. "Mrs. Grande! What a pleasure to have you! I'm Richard. Richard Sykes. That guy who escorted you was my son, Nathan Sykes."
"Oh, that's interesting. Well, I'm excited for tonight."
"I am too Ariana. I think you'll do this place some much needed justice. Be ready in twenty?"
"Yes sir."

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It's 8:45. I am almost finished. It's my third time up here. I wave and walk back up onto the stage. The crowd seemed to really like me and I was happy about that. I clear my throat and grab the microphone.

I look and at band and give them a little nod. So they know that I am ready to go. I hear them start to play and I wait my count.

Tell me why you gotta look at me that way
You know what it does to me
So baby, what you tryna say?
Lately, all I want is you on top of me
You know where your hands should be
So baby, won't you come show me?
I got you, I got you dreamin'
You close your eyes and you're screamin'
Play with your mind for no reason
I know you love how I tease it
You know that I'm playin', so don't be mistaken
You already know what I'm thinkin', boy..."

I cover Imogen Heap's goodnight n go as of right now. I open my eyes, some people are watching some are not. I don't know how interested they are, this stresses me out because well, I like it here. It is so much better than Starbucks. Here, I get to do what I love. All night long. At Starbucks it's just .... coffee .

One of these days
You'll miss your train and come stay with me
(It's always say goodnight and go)
We'll have drinks and talk about things
And any excuse to stay awake with you
And you'd sleep here, and I'd sleep there
But then the heating may be down again
(At my convenience)
We'd be good, we'd be great together ." Night

I hear someone whistle and I blush, I almost stop singing. But I don't. I finish up the song and the audience bursts in to applause. I do a tiny courtesy.

"Thank you everyone for listening. I had an amazing time. I hope you also had a wonderful time here and please, drive home safe." I wave again and get off the stage. I go into the backroom to grab my things.

"Well, Well Mrs. Grande, you did a lovely job tonight. Your voice is lovely, a real life angel."

"Thank you Mr. Sykes. No problem, I really like it here."

"I...I hope I see you, perhaps over the weekend?"

"I'm here when you need me sir." He smiles. "Let me walk you out." He puts his hand around my waist and he walks me out. Am I uncomfortable? Yes. Am I going to say anything ? No.

I walk out and I see a very surprised Justin. "My ride's here. I'm going to go now, have a wonderful night Mr. Sykes." "You too Mrs. Grande" he says. I'm pretty I feel a hand give me a light tap on my ass but I don't say anything.

"Who was that?" Justin asks, he looks a little upset. "My boss? I guess." "Well, he shouldn't be touching you like that."

"Let it go Justin."
"But h-"
"Can we go?"
Justin nods. "So...is this like your new job?" "I hope so. I sing here. The crowd seemed to really like me so... yea. Mr. Sykes might call me back to come perform over the weekend."

"Why didn't you tell me babe?"
"I...I didn't think you'd really care. You have a lot on your plate right now."
"Okay well, I'm always going to sneak in time for you."
"That's comforting."
"Babe, that dress is really tight."
"Justin!"
"Sorry, Sorry."

I follow him to his car and get in the passenger seat.  "Do you ... wanna celebrate ?" I shake my head. "Sorry baby, it's a school night." "That never stopped you before." " Well, it's already late so...no Justin."
He nods in defeat. Justin drops me off and kiss him on the cheek. "Bye baby."

*This was pretty much a filler chapter. Sorry. Well, she's got a new job. However, the owner is kind of weird, right?*