Crash in to me

A simple favour

Stevie walks in my direction, arms outstretched. Being my awkward self I stand there like a lemon, not knowing how to react to Stevie Nicks walking towards me arms outstretched. I don't think many people would know what to do.

"Stevie, it's so lovely to meet you"

She is now directly in front of me and her hands hold on to my upper arms.

"It's my pleasure, the drawing you have done for me is incredible. I have been given many drawings over the years and none have compared."

Her hands slide down my arms and she holds on to my hands. I smile at her and look shyly down at my feet. Her hands aren't cold, but they aren't warm and clammy either. Just so soft. That must be the expensive moisturiser. Her cold gold rings are a contrast against my skin. And I take a glance at all the jewellery on her fingers. Trying to take a guess at how much all of that is worth.

"Right then Sarah, I need a drink after all that. Would you like one?"

She lets go of my hands and walks over to a shelf which has a couple of bottles of red wine, some bourbon and vodka.

"Well, if you're offering Stevie I won't say no..."

She side eyed me with a smirk, I think taken back with the slight cheekiness.

"I do like a bit of bourbon".

I'm trying really hard not to freak out and be some weird over the top fan in this situation. But I think I'm being a bit too quiet. Hopefully this drink will relax me a little. She finds 2 glasses, they must be crystal, and pours a generous amount in each one.

"Your not driving tonight are you Sarah?"
"Nah, we got an Uber here"
"We?"
"Me and my girlfriend"
"Is she still here? Oh here's me offering you drinks when she's sat outside on her own! Right I want to ask you something before you head off."

Stevie hands me the drink as she takes a big sip of her own. I do like a woman who drinks bourbon neat. I honestly forgot my girlfriend was sat outside, being in the presence of Stevie was just mind blowing. But what is it that Stevie wants to ask ME?
"I'm bringing out a new album next year..."
"What? That's amazing!"
"I know, I know it's exciting. But it's still under wraps so please don't go telling everyone. I was wondering if maybe you could work with me in creating the artwork for the cover of the album? I'm getting too old now for photoshoots and all that. I'd rather it be a beautiful piece of art. And I would love for you to do that for me."

My mouth hit the floor. I practically down the bourbon and walk a few steps away from Stevie. I've only ever done a couple of drawings for other people before as I hate the pressure. But to have the responsibility of Stevie Nicks album artwork, which thousands of people will buy and look at.

"You don't have to decide right now, it's a big ask. Think about it over night and let me know."

I feel Stevie come up behind me and rests a hand on my lower back. I take a deep breath to calm myself and turn to face her. Her hand still on me, but is now resting on my waist. I'm so aware of where her hand is and it gives me goosebumps. I think Stevie notices that I'm a bit nervous and removes her hand quickly as she swigs the rest of the bourbon easily as if it's water.

"I'm flying home tomorrow to the U.K., how would it work?"
"It's up to you sweet, I can help you extend your trip or we wait a couple of weeks for me to finish this tour with Fleetwood Mac and you can fly back out to meet me in LA."
"What about my job and being able to afford somewhere to stay while I'm here, I don't know Stevie."
"Don't worry about money I can sort out all of your expenses, and my place is plenty big enough to accommodate someone small and cute like yourself."
"Hmm you might be convincing me, just keep coming with the compliments" I say with a wink. "I will sleep on it and will let you know in the morning. But before I go I promised my girlfriend I would ask you to meet her."
"Thank you Sarah, I'll keep my fingers crossed for a yes."