never ever had I thought

Chapter 10

I freeze and suddenly I feel sick. 

''You did not say you were shooting a music video for Shawn Mendes''. My eyes are still locked on Tour Bus Shawn's face. 

''I didn't know it was such a huge deal. You normally don't like celebrities Jess'' my dad says. Blake is already running towards the awesome bus, checking it out. He's had a thing for busses since like forever. My dad's the helping producer not the instructor so I don't know if he even gets to see or meet Shawn. He's more behind-behind the scenes doing the practical stuff. Now with me by his side for god knows how long. 1 week? 4 weeks? We get into the main building with tables and chairs. Then through another door leading to my dad's office. He asks me to go get a few more chairs, looks like we're stuck here for a while. 

I've only been grounded for 30 mins, but I hate it so much! I need the city...I need to see things.  ''I'm so sorry Blake, I never meant to leave you. Did you wake up and see I was gone?''. I ask as soon as we get outside the office. 

''Only when you came back. Where were you?''. He takes my hand and I squeeze it. 

 ''I was trying to find ,Maddie a gift''. 

''A gift, why? She never gives you anything''. That's a good observation from a 5 year old. She doesn't, but she's still my best friend. She can be sweet and caring when she wants to.

A few people are standing in the cafeteria, where we're gonna kidnap a few extra chairs, one of them sounding very familiar. I shake my head, not believing I'm in the same room as him once again. He's wearing black jeans as usual and a hoodie with a denim jacket over it. It looks really pretty on him. He's looking at some papers, not sounding very satisfied. Wonder what it is? Dad mentioned something about missing a few actors or something. Trying to convince myself to hide, Blake spots the chairs and yells ''Found them!''. And for the third time, Shawn's eyes meet mine. When the surprise disappears from his face, he's giving me this weird giggling smile. Oh no. I've forgotten my choice of clothes. My new hoodie. The one he gave me yesterday. Could I seem more less cool? I think not. 

Like I'm drawn closer I walk towards him. It looks like his little meeting is done and he meets me halfway. ''That's faith. Three times in a row is it?'' I just laugh, thinking of me and Alison's conversation. He gives my hoodie another glance and I feel more uncomfortable. I hear a BOOM and immediately know it's my brother. I sigh turning to pick up the chairs he knocked over. ''Here, let me help'' Shawn bend down to pick up a chair, but as soon as he lays eyes on Blake he stops. Blake's eyeballs are almost popping out of his eyes. Does he know Shawn? 

''Blake? Whats wrong?'' I bend down as well next to Shawn but before I get to do anything Blakes arms are around Shawn's neck. Hugging him like I've never seen him hug anyone but me and dad before. I hate to admit it but I feel kinda jealous with the ease. Just throwing his arm around him, probably something I only dream off doing. 

''Are you Shawn Mendes?'' he asks with shaking voice when he finally let's go. 

''Yeah I am, nice to meet you, little guy''. It took about a second to go from freaking out till the usual shyness returns and he's tucking himself in my arms like a baby. 

''I had no idea he knew who you are? Sorry about that'' I say. 

''You don't have to be sorry, he's cute. That's your brother then''. I nod and we stand up. Blake still not letting go of me but strictly looking at Shawn. I try taking a chair, but it's nearly impossible with this huge guy on my arm. As a true gentleman, Shawn steps in. Taking the chairs for me. I lead him towards my dad's office. 

''What are you doing on set, Jess?'' I think about the answer, realising how stupid it sounds. ''Apparently, my father works here. For you, I think. He's a producer, but not really''. I smile, hoping he won't think I am some crazy fan stalking him. 

''Really? Then I must know him''. We're here now and I held the door open for Shawn. What comes next is the last thing I ever expected in my life to see. Shawn puts the chairs against the wall turning to my dad. 

''Shawn? What's up buddy, how are you?'' My dad walks around the desk greeting Shawn. With a hug. A real hug, with clapping on the back and all. 

''Robert man! I didn't know you were back in Canada. Does Andrew know?''

''I'm assisting the producer, Ashton, I thought Andrew already told you. Well, it's good to be back. Jess do you remember Shawn?''. I'm still standing in the doorway half thinking this it is a dream. Are my dad and Shawn Mendes friends?