Another Turning Point

Home Life

Billie's POV

I walked downstairs to Mike and Tre sitting on the couch, since we had an open house policy. "Hey guys how long have you been here?" "Just a few minutes. Mike already brewed some coffee." Tre said. I went over to the counter and poured some coffee in my mug. Filling the rest of it with milk. "So what's the plan for today guys?" "Well we were thinking we could just hang out I mean we did just get back from tour." Tre said. "Yea we did." I said. I looked over to see Berkeley all dressed. "Well good morning Berkeley. Sleep alright." I asked she nodded and went to get some breakfast. She grabbed an apple from off the table. Suddenly my phone buzzed. "Hey guys can you watch Berkeley for a second I gotta pick up the dogs." I said. "Sure thing Billie." They both said in sync.

Mikes POV

We chased Berkeley around the house. He show cane untied and I saw her falling. I instantly extended my arm and grabbed. Pulling her up on her own two feet. I tired her shoes in double knots. "Thanks uncle Mike." "No problem Berkeley." I said. She started running again so I chased her. She ran into the backyard. I chased her once more.

Billie's POV

I returned home. I could hear laughing coming from the backyard. I let the dogs in.  They were happy to be home. They rushed to the backyard where Berkeley and Mike were. I walked back there and saw Mojo attack Berkeley. "Mojo!" She yelled in laughter. "Thanks for watching her Mike." "Anytime Billie, anytime."

Two years later

We are in another tour. Berkeley is now eight years old. She's growing up so fast. "Hey daddy can I go walk around?" She asked. Yea sure just make sure you're back before everyone starts to enter the stadium." I said. "Thanks daddy." She said as she hugged me.

Berkeleys POV

I walked around the venue. It was quiet. I was excited for our performance tonight. And I would be playing the electric that daddy got me for my birthday. I suddenly bumped into a guy. "Oh I'm sorry sir." I said. I looked up. He looked at me. He grabbed me by my arm. "I'll teach you to bump into people." He said. I screamed for daddy but he didn't hear me.

Mikes POV

"Hey Billie I'm going to go find Berkeley." I said. "Yea that's a good idea thanks Mike." Billie said. I walked to the venue. I was about halfway there when I saw an older man trying to take Berkeley. I immediately ran over there, snatching Berkeley behind me. "What the hell is your problem man!" I shouted. "She ran into me so I thought I might teach her a lesson!" The guy shouted back. I walked up to the guy. I was much taller than him. I caught a whiff of weed and alcohol. "Don't you dare touch her and I swear to fucking God if i fucking see you harassing a child while we are performing I will get security on you! Do you understand!" I yelled. The guy looked up and nodded. I picked up Berkeley and took her back to the side stage. How was I going to tell Billie about this?

Billie's POV

"He did fucking what!" I yelled in anger. "Now Billie I settled it." Mike tried to explain. I started to storm off when Mike grabbed my arm. "I can't let you go Billie you're probably either gonna get beat or go to jail and I don't think you want either." Mike said. I looked at Berkeley. I felt like I failed to protect her. "If he ever touches her again he's gonna feel my fucking wrath." I said. "Now let's have a great night." I said. Berkeley came over and hugged me. "You gonna be alright kiddo?" "Yea daddy I'm fine." She said. We all walked out on stage. Then it hit me. Something I hadn't felt in a long time. Anxiety. I didn't know why. I always loved playing on stage. But why was I feeling anxious. I didn't let that stop me from going on with the show.

That night at the meet and greet

We were about to sign the next person when Berkeley went under the table. I looked up and the guy was looking at Mike with fear and anger. I poked my head under the table. "Hey Berkeley what's wrong?" "That's the guy daddy." She said. Suddenly anger swarmed inside me. I got back up leaving Berkeley where she was until she was comfortable to come out. The guy had his fist clenched ready to swing. May we help you sir. I said trying not to beat the shit out of this guy. He handed me a record to sign. I signed it and so did Mike and Tre. But the guy didn't take an eye off Mike. He walked away after we signed his record. I gotta say I was ready to rip this guy a new one.

On the bus

Berkeley was passed out on the couch. She was pretty amazing tonight. I went to 80 in the kitchen area. "She's got talent for sure." 80 said. "Yea, but she looks as beautiful as her mother." I said as I put my hand on her cheek. I kissed her. "I love you." I said as I looked into her eyes. "I love you too." 80 said. She turned back to cleaning the dishes. and I put my arms around her waist and swayed. I put my chin on her shoulder. I put the dishes away as she finished. We then went to bed. 80 had fallen asleep but I couldn't. The thought of Berkeley getting hurt today just stuck in my mind. It was never going to happen again. I went into the living area of the bus and slept on the couch with Berkeley. I ran my fingers through her long dark hair. She will always be my little girl. I fell asleep sooner or later. Dreaming of when Berkeley first came home.