Love Changes Everything

[ᵔᴥᵔWinter Bearᵔᴥᵔ]

Chapter 1
A New Beginning With A Touch Of The Past

It’s around the early hours of the morning. The sun shone threw Rachel Malone’s room, she rolled over in bed and covered her head with her pillow. All of a sudden the alarm clock goes off. Rachel jolted up and looked at the clock on her nightstand. It read 7:30am.
“Ah…I’m going to be late for my new job.” Rachel screamed.
Rachel jumped out of bed, she got dressed, she grabbed a cereal bar and headed out the door to Reilly’s Italian Plaza. The manger Reilly Olsen is standing outside with his arms across his chest and he’s tapping his foot on the ground.
“You’re late Miss Malone.” Reilly yelled.
“I’m really sorry but I overslept.” Rachel said.
Reilly walked inside with Rachel right behind him.
“Could I get everyone to come here?” Reilly asked.
All the staff came over.
“You called boss.” a pretty young lady answered.
“This is your new employer Rachel Malone.” Reilly said.
Everyone smiled at Rachel. A man around Rachel’s age stepped forward, he put out his hand and shook Rachel’s hand.
“Hi there my name is Calvin Joshua Gordon but please call me C.J.” the young man replied.
“It’s nice to meet you.” Rachel said.
“Could you come with me?” Reilly asks looking at Rachel.
Rachel nodded her head.
“Yeah sure I can.” Rachel answered.
Reilly and Rachel walked off.
C.J. watched them go.
“Wow she’s so pretty.” C.J. thinks to himself.
The other employers looked at C.J.
“Are you in there C.J.?” a lady employer asked.
C.J. looked at the lady.
“Yeah sorry Mel I just lost in my thoughts.” C.J. answered.
Reilly and Rachel are outside talking. A few hours later Rachel is sitting at bar.
~Meanwhile on the side of the restaurant~
C.J. is sitting on a chair and another co-worker is sitting with him.
“What do you think of the new employer?” the other co-worker asked.
“She seems really nice but she also seems a little scare of something and I’m not sure what yet but I’ll find out.” C.J. answered.
The other guy shook his head.
“Man you’re so weird.” the other guy said.
C.J. got up from the chair.
“Thanks a lot and some friend you are Michael.” C.J. yelled.
C.J. walked off looking really mad. A young lady named Melody McLean walked over to Michael.
“What did you say to this time?” Melody asked.
“I just old him that he’s so weird.” Michael answered.
“Well you’ve got to remember that he has bad temper at times.” Melody said.
Melody got up and walked off to find C.J. C.J. is sitting on outside in the step. Melody came out and sat next to C.J.
“Are you alright C.J.?” Melody asked.
C.J. nodded his head.
“I’m just fine.” C.J. answered.
Melody and C.J. walked back inside. Rachel is sitting at the bar.
Melody walked over and sits down next to her.
“What’s wrong Rach?” Melody asked.
C.J. is listening in the conversation without Rachel and Melody knowing.
“I was just thinking about all the trouble that I’ve had with guys over the years.” Rachel answered.
“Don’t worry about it because you’ll find someone when the time is right.” Melody said.
“I’m so tired of hearing that line and I’m seriously thinking about giving up on love every happening to me.” Rachel replied.
“You can’t think like that” Melody says.
C.J. let out a little sigh.
“Poor Rachel I think it would be better to wait until she’s more confident with herself to ask her out.” C.J. thought to himself.
Michael walked over to C.J.
“I’m sorry for getting you angry early.” Michael said.
C.J, smiled a little.
“It’s alright just don’t let it happen again.” C.J. replied
Reilly walked over.
“What are you all doing?” Reilly asked.
“Just talking.” C.J. answered.
“Well get back to work or I’ll fire the whole lot of you.” Reilly said.
Melody and Rachel walked off to the counter. Michael and C.J. go into the back room. Rachel looked at Melody.
“Why did the guys go into the back room?” Rachel asked.
“They do the heavy lifting.” Melody answered.
“Which guy is the strongest?” Rachel asked.
“The strongest guy is C.J.” Melody answered.
Rachel smiled a little. C.J. came out of the back room carrying a big box. Rachel looked at C.J. and smiled. C.J. lost his balance and dropped the box on the floor. Reilly came running over.
“Will you watch what you’re doing?” Reilly asked in a yell.
“I’m so sorry boss” C.J. answered.
“Just do you work and don’t drop anything again.” Reilly yelled.
C.J. picked up the box than he walked a few inches away and sat the box down again. Melody walks over to Rachel.
“I think he likes you.” Melody said.
“You’re crazy he does not.” Rachel replied.
Rachel sighed a little. C.J. looked over at Rachel. Rachel noticed C.J. staring at her.
“Do you have a staring problem?” Rachel asked.
“No I don’t.” C.J. answered.
“Than stop staring at me.” Rachel yelled.
C.J. turned around and walked away. A girl walked into the plaza and looks around. Reilly walks over to the girl.
“Can I help you miss?” Reilly asked.
“I’m looking for C.J. Gordon.” the girl answered.
“He’s around somewhere so I’ll go get him for you.” Reilly said.
The girl smiled. Reilly went off to find C.J. C.J. appeared a few minutes later.
“Hi C.J.” the girl said.
“What are you doing here Whitney?” C.J. asked.
“I came to see you.” Whitney answered.
C.J. sighed deeply.
“I told you that it’s over between us so please just go.” C.J. said.
Whitney looked at C.J.
“Please just give me another chance because I still love you.” Whitney replied.
“Well I don’t feel the same way about you anymore and I’m interested in someone else now.” C.J. yelled.
Whitney growled she turned around than walked off and slammed the door hard behind her. Reilly walked over to C.J.
“I can’t believe that she’s still after you all this time.” Reilly said.
“She doesn’t know the mean of leave me alone because I keep telling her that it’s over between us and she just keeps coming back.” C.J. replied.
Michael suddenly appeared.
“Well hopefully she got the message this time.” Michael said.
“I highly doubt that and I know she’ll be back again.” C.J. replied.
~Later on that day Rachel is working the cash~
C.J. walked over to where Rachel is.
“How do you like working here so far?” C.J. asked.
“It’s okay.” Rachel answered.
“You’ll get use to it here.” C.J. said.
“Could help me out with something?” Rachel asked.
“Sure I could.” C.J. answered.
“What is the name of the other employers?” Rachel asked.
C.J. pointed to a girl cleaning the windows.
“That’s Drina Salomon.” C.J. answered.
Rachel looked over at a guy helping Michael.
“Who is that?” Rachel asked.
“That is Roch Chay.” C.J. answered.
A guy walked over to them.
“I’m Andrew Michaels.” the guy said.
Andrew pointed to another woman at working at the cash.
“That’s Melody MacLean.” Andrew replied.
Rachel smiled.
“Yeah I know Melody because we went to school together.” Rachel said.
“Thanks a lot for the help.” Rachel replied.
Andrew smiled.
“It’s no problem.” Andrew said.
A man walked over to them.
“Hi there Michael Janson” the man replied.
Andrew smiled as he seen a girl coming over.
“Hi Andy.” the girl said.
Rachel looked at the girl. The girl stood on her tip toes and kissed Andrew. Rachel looked at Andrew.
“Who is she?” Rachel asked.
“This is my girlfriend Annabel Peterson” Andrew answers.
Rachel turned her attention to Annabel.
“Do you work here?” Rachel asked.
“Yes I do.” Annabel answered.
A young lady walked over.
“Hi Pavlina Hilton.” The lady said.
Rachel smiled and walked off to find something to do. C.J. sudden appears beside Rachel.
“How are you doing now?” C.J. asked.
“I’m doing okay.” Rachel answered.
“That’s good I’m glad to hear it” C.J. says.
C.J. walked off. It’s the end of the day now. Rachel left and walked back to the apartment she shared with her cousins. Adrian and Alyssa in the living fighting over the TV remote.
“I had it first.” Adrian yelled.
“No I did.” Alyssa shouted.
Jayson walked into the room and took the remote from them.
“If you can’t share than you can’t have the remote.” Jayson said.
“Ah Jayson you’re not being fair.” Alyssa wined.
Rachel walked into the room.
“I have to disagree because I think he’s absolutely right.” Rachel replied.
Rachel walked up to her room just as Heather walked in the door holding Juliana in her arms. Heather put Juliana in her highchair. Alyssa walked over to Juliana.
“How are you doing today precious?” Alyssa asked.
“She’s a little fussy but other than that she’s fine.” Heather answered.
Juliana started bawling. Rachel picked up Juliana and rocked her gently.
Juliana stopped crying.
“Wow Rach you sure good with kids.” Jayson said.
Rachel smiled, she handed Juliana back to Heather and walked up to her bedroom.

[ᵔᴥᵔWinter Bearᵔᴥᵔ]

Chapter 2
Taking Advantage Of Rachel

It’s a few days later now. Rachel is working the cash again. Melody came over.
“Have you seen C.J. yet today?” Melody asked.
Rachel shook her head.
“No I haven’t.” Rachel answered.
“Well he’s usually in before this.” Melody said.
“He could be sick.” Rachel replied.
“C.J. Gordon doesn’t get sick.” Melody said.
Reilly came out his office.
“I would like everyone over by my office immediately.” Reilly yelled.
Everyone came into Reilly’s office.
“What’s up boss?” Melody asked.
“I just got off the phone with C.J. and he won’t be in for a few days because believe or not he’s sick with the flu.” Reilly answered.
Michael’s mouth dropped open.
“This is a miracle because he’s never sick not once.” Michael said.
A few hours passed and Rachel is cleaning tables when Riley came over to. Riley smiled.
“Hi there Rachel.” Riley said.
“What do you want?” Rachel asked.
“I’d like to take you out on a date.” Riley answered.
“You’re not my type so back off.” Rachel said.
Riley growled than pulled Rachel close and is about to kiss her. Rachel kicked Riley in the nuts and Riley fell to his knees. Melody seen the whole thing and she bust out laughing. Riley got to his feet than glared at Rachel.
“There’s no need of doing that my dear.” Riley said.
Melody walked over them.
“If you don’t leave her alone than I’ll tell your wife.” Melody replied.
“You’re married?” Rachel asked.
Riley sighed.
“Yes technically I am but that can be changed if you’ll have me.” Riley answered.
“I don’t think so.” Rachel said.
The day went by and now it’s the next day. Rachel is sitting at table than C.J. came over and joins her.
“’What’s with the long face?” C.J. asked.
“Riley came onto me yesterday when you weren’t here.” Rachel answered.
“He’s going to pay for it when I get my hands on him.” C.J. said.
Rachel smiled a little.
“You’re so sweet.” Rachel replied.
“Would you like to go out sometime?” C.J. asked.
“I’d love to.” Rachel answered.
C.J. smiled than pulled Rachel close and kissed her. The week went by and now it’s Saturday. Melody and Rachel are at the mall shopping. There’s a new store called Extreme Shop. Rachel and Melody walked inside. There is a handsome guy working there. Melody can’t take her eyes off him. The handsome approached them.
“Hi there I’m Stefan Murray.” The handsome guy said.
“I’m Rachel Malone and this is my best friend Melody McLean.” Rachel replied.
Melody smiled a little. Stefan smiled too.
“Would you like to do something with me after my shift is done?” Stefan asked.
“Yes I would.” Melody answered.
Rachel shook her head than went home and went for a nap dreaming of finding true love.

[ᵔᴥᵔWinter Bearᵔᴥᵔ]

Chapter 3
Meeting Someone Better

It’s been three months since Rachel starting dating C.J. Melody is the mall with Stefan when she spots C.J. kissing another woman. Melody’s eyes widen in shock. Melody goes to where Rachel is sitting.
“You never guess what I saw at the mall.” Melody said.
“What did you see?” Rachel asked.
“I saw C.J. kissing another woman.” Melody answered.
Rachel’s eyes widen just as C.J. comes into the house.
“That’s it we are though Calvin Joshua Gordon.” Rachel replied.
“Fine with me plus I don’t love anymore.” C.J. said.
A few days pass. They are at work and C.J. is slacking a little. Riley walks over to C.J.
“What is with you lately?” Riley asked.
“I don’t know.” C.J. answered.
“Well than I have no choice but to fire you.” Riley said.
C.J. growls than leaves the restaurant and slams the door behind him. The hours pass now it’s the end of the day.
“Who wants to go to the Rec Centre?” Rachel asked.
“I know that I do because I heard it’s amazing.” Annabel answered.
They all walk to Rec Centre. A guy working there comes over to them.
“Hi there I’m Jordan Marshall.” The guy said.
Rachel can’t believe how incredibly gorgeous Jordan is. Melody notices Rachel starring at Jordan. Melody shakes her head. Jordan looks at Rachel.
“What’s your name beautiful?” Jordan asked.
“I’m Rachel Malone.” Rachel answered.
Jordan smiles a little.
All of a sudden Stefan comes over to them and Melody hugs him. Jordan looks at Stefan.
“Hi Stefan.” Jordan said.
“How do you know my boyfriend?” Melody asked.
“Stefan and I have been friends since we teenagers.” Jordan answered.
“Have you seen Blaine?” Stefan asked.
“Yeah a few minutes ago flirting with some woman.” Jordan answered.
Stefan shakes his head.
“I think you were seeing things Jordan Pierre Marshall because Blaine never flirts.” Stefan said.
Jordan rolls his eyes.
“I know what I saw so stop saying that I’m lying.” Jordan yelled.
“You want take this outside?” Stefan asked.
“Ok bring it on but you know that you don’t stand a chance.” Jordan answered.
Stefan goes outside with Jordan right behind him. Melody and Rachel follow them.
“Guys fighting is going to solve anything plus you might get hurt.” Rachel said.
“Yeah she’s right I don’t want either of getting hurt.” Melody replied.
Jordan and Stefan look at each other.
“You know they’re right so never mind plus I don’t feel like fighting with you.” Jordan said.
“Me neither.” Stefan replied.
Melody smiles than kisses Stefan. Jordan and Rachel shake their heads.
“Get a room.” Jordan said.
“Maybe we will.” Melody replied.
Rachel laughs. The boss Garrett Rivers walks over to Jordan.
“Jordan get to work.” Garrett said.
“I’m on break.” Jordan replied.
“You take far too many breaks so now you’re fired.” Garrett said.
“Fine that’s ok with me and you’re not a good boss anyway.” Jordan replied.
Jordan leaves with Melody, Stefan and Rachel.
“What are you going to now?” Stefan asked.
“Find a new job duh.” Jordan answered.
Melody smiles a little.
“I know where you can find a job.” Melody said.
“Where’s that?” Jordan asked.
“The place where I work with Stefan and Rachel.” Melody answered.
Jordan smiles than follows Rachel, Stefan and Melody to the Riley’s Italian Plaza. Riley walks over to them.
“Who is this?” Riley asked.
“This is my best friend Jordan Pierre Marshall.” Stefan answered.
“What can I help you with?” Riley asked.
“I just got fired from my job at Blue Rivers Rec Centre because the guy in charge is a jerk.” Jordan answered.
“Yeah I heard that.” Riley said.
Riley and Jordan go out back to talk. Rachel sighs than sits at one of the cubicles. Melody sits down next to her and Stefan sits across from them.
“What’s wrong?” Melody asked.
“I’m in love.” Rachel answered.
“With who?” Stefan asked.
“Jordan.” Rachel answered.
Stefan smiles.
“I know something about Jordan that not a lot of people know.” Stefan said.
“What’s that?” Rachel and Melody asked together.
“He writes poet.” Stefan answered.
“Wow that’s so cool because so do I.” Rachel said.
“I didn’t know that you wrote poet.” Stefan replied.
“Well know you do and you can’t tell Jordan that I like him ok.” Rachel said.
“My lips are sealed.” Stefan replied.
“Yeah mine too.” Melody said.
It’s been a few days since Jordan starting working at Riley’s Italian Plaza. They are taking their lunch break when all of a suddenly a pretty young lady around Rachel’s age comes into the restaurant. Rachel’s mouth drop in shock when she sees the young lady than she gets to her feet and gives the young lady a hug.
“Where have you been sis?” Rachel asked.
“I’ve been around.” The young lady answered.
Jordan, Melody and Stefan walk over.
“Who is this young lady?” Melody asked.
“This is my twin sister Angeliqua Darlena Moran.” Rachel answered.
“Are you married?” Stefan asked.
“Yes I am to the new yellow Wiggle Sam Moran.” Angeliqua answered.
“That’s cool.” Stefan said.
Jordan sighs than walks off. Angeliqua looks at Rachel.
“Who is he?” Angeliqua asked.
“His name is Jordan Marshall and he is Stefan’s best friend.” Rachel answered.
It’s a few hours later now. Rachel is outside on the steps of the restaurant and she starts to sing “Falling Into You” by Celine Dion.
And in your eyes I see ribbons of color
I see us inside of each other
I feel my unconscious merge with yours
And I hear a voice say, "What's his is hers"
I'm falling into you
This dream could come true
And it feels so good falling into you
I was afraid to let you in here
Now I have learned love can't be made in fear
The walls begin to tumble down
And I can't even see the ground
I'm falling into you
This dream could come true
And it feels so good falling into you
Falling like a leaf, falling like a star
Finding a belief, falling where you are
Catch me, don't let drop!
Love me, don't ever stop!
So close your eyes and let me kiss you
And while you sleep I will miss you
I'm falling into you
This dream could come true
And it feels so good falling into you
Falling like a leaf, falling like a star
Finding a belief, falling where you are
Falling into you
Falling into you
Falling into you
Jordan hears Rachel singing than goes to door of the restaurant and listens. Rachel sighs than starts singing “Unforgettable” by Natalie Cole.
Unforgettable, that's what you are
Unforgettable, though near or far
Like a song of love that clings to me
How the thought of you does things to me
Never before has someone been more
Unforgettable in every way
And forevermore (and forevermore)
That's how you'll stay (that's how you'll stay)
That's why darling, it's incredible
That someone so unforgettable
Thinks that I am unforgettable too
No, never before has someone been more
Ooh unforgettable (unforgettable)
In every way (in every way)
And forevermore (and forevermore)
That's how you'll stay (that's how you'll stay)
That's why darling it's incredible
That someone so unforgettable
Thinks that I am unforgettable too
Riley comes out to where Rachel is singing.
“Wow you have such a beautiful voice.” Riley said.
“Thanks.” Rachel replied.
Riley sits down next to Rachel and tries to kiss her. Jordan’s eyes widen in shock than he comes over and kicks Riley in the stomach. Riley gets to his feet.
“What was that for?” Riley asked.
“You stay away from Rachel got it.” Jordan answered.
All of a sudden Riley’s boss Byron Roy Curtis appears.
“What’s going on here?” Byron asked.
“Riley is always coming to all the girls here.” Rachel answered.
“Is this true?” Byron asked.
“Yes it is but I can’t help because women are so beautiful.” Riley answered.
“Alright I’ve heard enough you’re fired.” Byron said.
“Bye loser.” Jordan replied.
Riley packs up his stuff and leaves.
“Who’s going to be in charge now?” Rachel asked.
“The new manger will be here in the morning and his name is Misha Daniels.” Byron answered.
Jordan and Rachel walk back inside. Stefan and Melody are kissing in cubicle. Jordan shakes his head than goes in the opposite direction. A few minutes later Jordan appears again than goes over to where Stefan is still kissing Melody. Jordan clears his throat. Stefan breaks the kiss than looks at Jordan.
“What?” Stefan asked.
“I’ve been thinking.” Jordan answered.
“Do you need to sit down?” Stefan asked.
“No I don’t.” Jordan answered.
“What have you been thinking about?” Stefan asked.
“I have been thinking about how cool it would be if you, Blaine and I got a place together.” Jordan answered.
“That’s a good idea.” Stefan said.
Rachel sighs than goes to leave but Jordan stops her.
“Where are you going?” Jordan asked.
“For a walk.” Rachel answered.
“Oh ok than but be careful.” Jordan said.
Rachel smiles a little than looks at Melody.
“Want to come?” Rachel asked.
“Yeah sure.” Melody answered.
Stefan starts to pout.
“Don’t worry I’ll bring her back in one piece.” Rachel said.
Stefan smiles than hugs Melody. Rachel and Melody leave on their walk.
“Why did you want me to come with you?” Melody asked.
“I don’t know much longer I can hide my feelings for Jordan.” Rachel answered.
“Well just come out and tell him how you feel than.” Melody said.
Rachel sighs.
“What if he doesn’t feel the same way?” Rachel asked.
“I don’t think you have to worry about that because I know that he does feel the same way.” Melody answered.
A few hours later Melody and Rachel go home. Rachel’s cousins Alyssa, Adrian, Jayson and Heather are sitting around the living room. All of a sudden the phone rings. Rachel picks up the receiver.
“Hi Rachel.” The voice on the end said.
“Jordan.” Rachel replied.
“Yup it’s me.” Jordan said.
“How did you get my number?” Rachel asked.
“Stefan gave it to me.” Jordan answered.
Melody is close by and she hears Stefan’s name mention.
“Can I talk to him?” Melody asked.
“Melody wants to talk to Stefan.” Rachel answered.
“Oh ok yeah sure.” Jordan answered as he passes the phone to Stefan.
Stefan puts the phone to his ear and Rachel passes the receiver to Melody. Melody and Stefan talk for awhile than hangout up on each other. Stefan looks around but there’s no sign of Jordan. Stefan looks at Blaine.
“Where did you Jordan go?” Stefan asked.
“He’s out on the porch looking at the stars.” Blaine answered.
Stefan goes to the door just as he gets there Jordan starts singing Fallin’ by Michael Bolton.
Oh, angels heard me callin'
Saw the mountains crumble
Fell in love with the wind
And all the time I spent
Dreamin' of you
And all the love we made
But I never knew I found you
I can feel love fallin', fallin'
I can see it comin', hey
Heaven sent you down to me
Heaven sent you down
Yeah, oceans 're conforming
To pave the way before me
Revealing your flawless aura
I saw your wings unveil, inviting to me
A world of love
But I wasn't even looking for you, baby
To me, I can see it
You became rain in the air
When you appeared to me
Like a love mistery, feels so real to me
'Cause you came from heaven
Sent down straight to me
And there's not another that you can love
Oh, I can feel , I can feel it fallin', baby
(Fallin'), I can see it comin', hey
Heaven sent you down to me, yeah
Heaven sent you , baby (down to me)
I can feel it, I can feel it
(Fallin'), I've found you, baby,
(Fallin'), I can se it comin', hey
Heaven sent you down to me, down to me, baby
(Heaven sent you down)
I never knew, I found you, baby!
(Fallin'), fallin', baby, fallin', baby,
I can see it comin', yeah
Heaven sent you down to me, yeah
Heaven sent you down, baby....
Stefan can’t believe his ears than he goes out onto the porch.
“Who are singing that song about?” Stefan asked.
“I was singing for Rachel.” Jordan answered.
“Do you like her?” Stefan asked.
“Yes I do and I have for the longest time but I could never bring myself to tell her.” Jordan answered.
~Meanwhile back at Rachel’s house~
Rachel walks up to her twin’s bedroom and knocks on the door. Angeliqua opens the door.
“What do you want?” Angeliqua asked.
“I just wanted to know if my twin is ok.” Rachel answered.
“No I’m not ok because I miss Sam so much.” Angeliqua said.
“Why don’t you call him?” Rachel asked.
“He’s got his phone off.” Angeliqua answered.
“Well than leave him a message.” Rachel said.
Rachel leaves than goes out the balcony and looks up at the sky. Heather comes out onto the balcony.
“What’s wrong cuz?” Heather asked.
“I can’t stop thinking about Stefan’s best friend Jordan.” Rachel answered.
“Oh really.” Heather said.
“Can you sing Someday To Love?” Rachel asked.
“Yeah I’d love to.” Heather answered.
Rachel:
Can, anybody here find me, somebody to
Heather:
Love
Rachel:
Each morning I get up, I die a little
Can barely stand on my feet
Take a look in the mirror and cry:
Lord what ya doin to me?
I have spent all my years believin' in you
But I just can't get no relief!
But somebody,
Heather:
(Somebody)
Rachel:
Somebody
Heather:
(Somebody)
Rachel:
Can anybody find me somebody to love...
Got no feel I got no rhythm
I just keep losing my beat.
I'm okay I'm alright (she's alright)
Ain't gonna face no defeat
I just gotta get out of this prison cell
One day I'm gonna be free!
Lord somebody, (somebody)
Somebody (somebody
Can anybody find me somebody to love
Heather:
(She works hard)
Rachel:
Everyday
Heather:
Everyday
Rachel:
I try and I try and I try
But everybody wants to put me down
They say I'm going crazy
They say I got a lot of water in my brain (ah...)
Got no common sense
I've got nobody left to believe
Yea, yea yea yea yea....
Both:
Find her somebody to love
Can anybody find me?
Rachel:
Somebody to love...
Jordan is just come up to Rachel’s house and hears her. Jordan goes out the balcony where Rachel and Heather are.
“What are you doing here?” Rachel asked.
“I need to talk you about something that I can’t hide anymore.” Jordan answered.
Heather smiles than goes back inside.
“What are you talking about?” Rachel asked.
“I’m in love with you and I have been for the longest time.” Jordan answered.
Rachel smiles than she hugs Jordan.
“You have no idea how happy I am to hear you say that because I feel the exact same about you.” Rachel said.
Jordan smiles too than pulls Rachel close and kisses her passionately. An hour later they break the kiss and Jordan goes home. Rachel goes be dreaming of her future with Jordan and Jordan goes to sleep dreaming of Rachel. Angeliqua is her bed dreaming of being Sam again.

[ᵔᴥᵔWinter Bearᵔᴥᵔ]

Chapter 4
Rachel and Angeliqua’s Birthday

The months pass and now it’s a week until Rachel and Angeliqua’s 26th birthday. Rachel is up her bedroom looking at pictures when suddenly there’s a knock on door.
“Come in.” Rachel said.
Angeliqua walks into the room.
“Hi sis.” Angeliqua replied.
“What would you like?” Rachel asked.
“I came with a message which is that Jordan wants to see you in the living room.” Angeliqua answered.
Rachel smiles than goes down the living room but there’s no sign of Jordan. Rachel starts to worry when all of a sudden a pair of strong arms wraps themselves around her. Rachel looks up into Jordan’s brown eyes.
“What did you want me for?” Rachel asked.
“I just wanted to do this.” Jordan answered as he kisses Rachel passionately.
A few hours pass. Angeliqua and Rachel are talking in the kitchen
“What do you want to do for our birthday next Tuesday?” Angeliqua asked.
“I’m not really sure.” Rachel answered.
Jordan over hears them than he goes to the Jewelry store. The guy there looks up.
“Hi there I’m Devin Kingston.” The guy said.
“I’m Jordan Marshall.” Jordan replied.
“What can I help you with?” Devin asked.
“I want to find the perfect gift for my girlfriend.” Jordan answered.
“Do you know any that she likes in particular?” Devin asked.
“She loves Dolphins, Pandas, Music and Angels.” Jordan asked.
Jordan decides to look around for awhile. Jordan buys a dolphin anklet, a tradition personalized R necklace and a Sapphire/Diamond promise ring. Jordan puts all the stuff into a pink bag than goes to Extreme shop. Jordan buys a teddy bear holding a pink that says I love you. Jordan puts the teddy bear into the bag with the jewelry than goes home. Jordan hides the bag under his bed. Blaine is sitting in the living room when Jordan comes out of his room.
“Where did you go?” Blaine asked.
“I went shopping for a birthday present.” Jordan answered.
“For who?” Blaine asked.
“My girlfriend.” Jordan answered.
“Who’s your girlfriend?” Blaine asked.
“I’m not going to tell you have to figure it out on your own.” Jordan answered.
All of sudden the phone rings. Blaine picks up the receiver.
“Hello Blaine here.” Blaine said.
“Hey Blaine it’s me Rachel.” The voice replied.
“What can I help you with?” Blaine asked.
“Melody wants Stefan to come to our house and I want to talk to Jordan.” Rachel answered.
“What did you want to talk me about?” Jordan asked.
“I miss you so much.” Rachel answered.
“Yeah same here.” Jordan said.
“Can I come over?” Rachel asked.
“You’re always welcomed here beautiful.” Jordan answered.
“Ok I’m on my way so I’ll see you when I get there.” Rachel said.
Jordan and Rachel hang up on each other.
“Can I come with you too?” Melody asked.
“Yeah ok if you tell me the reason why you want to see Stefan so bad.” Rachel answered.
“Well you see um….ahhh...I’m a…a…” Melody said.
Rachel rolls her eyes.
“You’re what?” Rachel asked.
“Go up to the bathroom and look in waste basket than you’ll find out.” Melody answered.
Rachel walks up to the bathroom than looks in the waste basket and notices something. Rachel takes it out and discovers it’s a pregnancy test. Rachel looks at it to see that it’s positive. Rachel screams than runs down to where Melody is and hugs her. Melody and Rachel walk to Jordan’s house. Rachel knocks on the door. Blaine opens the door.
“What are you two doing here?” Blaine asked.
”I’m here to see Stefan duh.” Melody answered.
Blaine looks at Rachel.
“Why are you here?” Blaine asked.
“She’s here to see me.” Jordan answered.
“Why?” Blaine asked.
Rachel walks over to Jordan and hugs him really tight.
“I miss him that’s why I’m here.” Rachel answered.
“Need air Rachel.” Jordan said.
Rachel lets go of Jordan.
“Where’s Stefan?” Melody asked.
“He’s sleeping.” Blaine answered.
Melody tip-toes to Stefan’s bedroom and opens the door to his house. Melody goes inside than walks over to bed and kisses Stefan on the forehead. Stefan moans.
“Ten more minutes mom.” Stefan groans.
“STEFAN EDWIN WARREN MURRAY WAKE UP.” Melody yelled.
Stefan opens his eyes than looks up at Melody.
“When did you get here?” Stefan asked.
“A few minutes ago with Rachel.” Melody answered.
Stefan pulls Melody down beside him and kisses her. Melody pulls away.
“Why did you do that sweetie?” Stefan asked.
“I have to tell you something very important.” Melody answered.
“What’s that? Are you ok?” Stefan asked.
“I’m ok I guess and I’m going to have baby.” Melody answered.
Stefan screams than faints. Jordan, Rachel and Blaine come running into the room.
“Let me guess you told him didn’t you.” Rachel said.
“Told him what?” Jordan and Blaine asked together.
“I’m going to have a baby.” Melody answered.
Jordan screams. Rachel gives Jordan an angry glare and he screams again. Stefan moans than opens his eyes. Melody starts crying than runs outside. Stefan gets to his feet than runs after her. Melody is looking up at the sky. Stefan comes up behind her and wraps his arms around her.
“I’m sorry for the way I reacted when you told but it just took me by surprise.” Stefan said.
Melody smiles a little than turns around in Stefan’s arms and kisses him. They walk back inside to find Jordan and Rachel kissing on the couch.
“I think I’m going to be sick.” Melody said.
“Yeah me too so get a room.” Stefan replied.
Jordan grins a little.
“Get the grin off your face right now Jordan Pierre Marshall.” Rachel said.
A few hours later Melody and Rachel go home but not before kissing their boyfriends goodbye. Stefan sighs.
“What’s wrong with you?” Jordan asked.
“I need you to come somewhere with me.” Stefan answered.
Jordan and Stefan walk to the jewelry store.
“What are we doing here?” Jordan asked.
“I want to buy an engagement ring for Melody and I need your help picking out the perfect one.” Stefan answered.
Jordan and Stefan walk over to the engagement ring display. Jordan looks at them and so does Stefan. The guy working there walks over to them.
“Hi I’m Bradley Roy Aarons.” The guy said.
“I’m Jordan Marshall and this is my best friend Stefan Murray.” Jordan replied.
“What can I help you guys with today?” Bradley asked.
“Stefan wants to a buy an engagement ring for his girlfriend.” Jordan answered.
Bradley looks with them when all of sudden one catches Jordan’s eye.
“How about the silver one in middle row?” Jordan asked.
“Oh that one is good choice.” Bradley answered.
“Which one?” Stefan asked.
“It’s that Cubic Zirconia Engagement Ring.” Jordan answered.
“That one is perfect.” Stefan said.
“Yeah I know that.” Jordan replied.
“I know that when the time comes for you be getting one for Rachel that you won’t need my help at all.” Stefan said.
Jordan looks around than sees a dolphin ring.
“Could I buy that dolphin ring?” Jordan asked.
Bradley takes the ring out of the display and gives it to Jordan.
“That will be $35.” Bradley answered.
Jordan gives Bradley the money for the ring. Bradley looks at Stefan.
“What?” Stefan asked.
“I just wanted to know if you’d like to have ring engraved.” Bradley answered.
“What do you want it to say?” Bradley asked.
“I’d like it to say I’ll love you forever sweetie.” Stefan answered.
Bradley goes out back with the engagement ring. A few minutes later Bradley returns with the ring.
“That will be $150.” Bradley said.
Stefan sighs. Jordan looks at Stefan.
“What’s that for?” Jordan asked.
“I’m short $10.” Stefan answered.
Jordan takes a 10 out of his wallet than passes it to Stefan.
“Thanks I’ll pay you back.” Stefan said.
“Don’t worry about it.” Jordan replied.
Stefan pays for the engagement ring than they walk back home.
“I need your help again.” Stefan said.
“With what?” Jordan asked.
“I don’t know how to propose to Melody and I want it to be something romantic. Let’s face it you’re more romantic than I am.” Stefan answered.
Jordan smiles.
“How about a candlelit dinner for two?” Jordan asked.
“That’s a start.” Stefan answered.
“How about some soft music?” Jordan asked.
“Yeah ok that’s sounds good.” Stefan answered.
“I also think that you should hide the ring her drink.” Jordan said.
“How can someone be so romantic?” Stefan asked.
“It’s a gift.” Jordan answered.
“Does Rachel know how romantic you are?” Stefan asked.
“No she doesn’t yet but she will on her birthday.” Jordan answered.
“Do you have any ideas as to what you are going to do for her birthday?” Stefan asked.
“Yes I do. I’m going to make her breakfast in bed with a vase full of roses than we are going for a walk along the shoreline just as the sun is rising over the water. After I’m going to give her a massage than give her present to her.” Jordan answered.
Stefan’s widen in shock. Jordan and Stefan go home to find Blaine watching TV. Jordan goes into his room and shuts the door behind him.
“What’s with him?” Blaine asked.
“I don’t know.” Stefan answered.
A few hours later Jordan comes out of his bedroom with his subject of poems.
“What were you doing in there?” Blaine asked.
Jordan opens the subject to the last page that he wrote on than passes it to Blaine.
“I was writing this.” Jordan answered.
Blaine reads than passes it to Stefan and he reads it.
“This is really deep.” Stefan said.
“Yeah I know.” Jordan replied just as there’s a knock on the door.
Jordan hides the subject under a pillow on the couch than goes to the door and opens it to find Rachel on the other side.
“Hi.” Rachel said.
Jordan smiles than pulls Rachel close and kisses her passionately. Rachel just smiles. A few minutes later Jordan breaks the kiss. They walk inside hand in hand. Blaine shakes his head.
“Are you with Rachel now?” Blaine asked.
“Yeah I am so there.” Jordan answered.
“Isn’t she a little young for you?” Blaine asked.
“I love her so age doesn’t matter to me.” Jordan answered.
“You love me?” Rachel asked.
Jordan nods his head.
“Yes beautiful I do.” Jordan answered.
“I love you too my gorgeous angel.” Rachel said.
“What did you just call me?” Jordan asked.
“I call you my gorgeous angel.” Rachel answered.
Stefan looks at Rachel.
“Where’s Melody at?” Stefan asked.
“She decided to stay home this time because she’s not feeling the greatest.” Rachel answered.
The next week goes by. It’s now the day before Rachel and Angeliqua’s 26th birthday. Rachel goes outside with her cellphone and dials Sam’s number. Sam picks up the receiver.
“Hi this is Sam Moran.” Sam said.
“This is Angeliqua’s twin sister Rachel.” Rachel replied.
“What can I help you with?” Sam asked.
“Angeliqua really misses you and her birthday is tomorrow.” Rachel answered.
“Yeah I know it is and I’m planning to come as birthday surprise for her so don’t tell her ok.” Sam said.
Rachel and Sam hang up on each other. Rachel goes inside than day goes by and now it’s the early hours of the next day. Rachel got a key cut for Jordan for her house and Jordan did the same for Rachel. Jordan sneaks into Rachel’s house. Jordan makes a romantic breakfast with a vase full of red roses than puts it all on tray and goes up to Rachel’s room with it.
“Wake up beautiful.” Jordan whispered.
Rachel opens her eyes than notices Jordan with the tray of food and roses.
“What’s all this for?” Rachel asked.
“It’s for you beautiful.” Jordan answered.
“Why?” Rachel asked.
“For your birthday.” Jordan answered.
“How did you know that today was my birthday?” Rachel asked.
“I overheard you talking to your twin a week about today being your birthday.” Jordan answered.
Rachel hugs Jordan than eats her breakfast.
“What have you got planned now my gorgeous angel?” Rachel asked.
“That beautiful is a secret so you’ll have to wait until you get dressed and I’ll meet you downstairs.” Jordan answered.
Jordan goes downstairs to find Melody eat pickles and ice cream.
“Are you feeling ok?” Jordan asked.
“Yeah I am.” Melody answered.
All of a sudden Jordan’s cellphone rings. Jordan groans than looks at the caller display and presses it.
“What do you want Stefan?” Jordan asked.
“I wanted to know if you knew where Blaine is because when I woke up he was gone and he didn’t leave a note like you did.” Stefan answered.
“I have no clue.” Jordan said.
Melody walks over and clears her throat. Jordan passes the cellphone to Melody.
“Hi hun.” Melody replied.
“Hey sweetie.” Stefan said.
“I miss you hun.” Melody replied.
Jordan rolls his eyes.
“You two make me sick.” Jordan said.
Jordan walks into the living room and sits down.
“What are you doing sweetie?” Stefan asked.
“Nothing much just having a snack.” Melody answered.
“What did you have?” Stefan asked.
“Pickles and ice cream.” Melody answered.
Stefan shakes his head.
“Was it good?” Stefan asked.
“Yeah it was delicious.” Melody answered.
Jordan turns on TV than flips to Knight Rider and starts watching it.
“What is Jordan doing?” Stefan asked.
“He’s watching Knight Rider.” Melody answered.
“Do you want to do something together sweetie?” Stefan asked.
“Yeah of course I do hun.” Melody answered.
I love you sweetie.” Stefan said.
“Yeah I know and I love you too hun.” Melody replied.
“I’ll meet up at my house in an hour.” Stefan said.
Melody and Stefan hang up on each other. Melody goes into the living room where Jordan is just as Rachel appears. Rachel is wearing a Baby Blue Embroidered Bodice Dress with Baby Blue Groovy Platform Shoes. Jordan’s eyes widen when he sees Rachel. Rachel walks over to him and snaps her fingers in front of his face.
“Wow you look amazing.” Jordan said.
Rachel smiles a little. Jordan takes her hand than they go for a long walk on the beach. All of a sudden Rachel starts to shiver. Jordan takes off his coat and puts around Rachel’s shoulders.
“Thanks.” Rachel said.
“You’re welcome and you can keep it.” Jordan answered.
“Are you serious?” Rachel asked.
“Yes I am.” Jordan answered.
Rachel hugs Jordan reallly tight.
“You’re just too good to be true sometimes you know that don’t you.” Rachel said.
Jordan smiles.
“Yeah I know that beautiful.” Jordan replied.
Jordan takes Rachel’s hand and than they walk to the Extreme Plaza. Misha walks over to them.
“What are you two doing here?” Misha asked.
Jordan smiles.
“We are on a date.” Jordan answered.
“Since when are you two an item?” Misha asked.
“A few days ago.” Jordan answered.
“What can I get you guys to eat?” Misha asked.
Jordan smiles.
“We would like a plate full of speghetti and chocolate milkshake with two straws.” Jordan answered.
Rachel just smiles.
“Did you get me a present my gorgeous angel?” Rachel asked.
“Yes I did.” Jordan answered as he passes the gift bag to her.
Rachel opens up the gift bag than when she sees everything inside she hugs Jordan really tight.
“How did you know that I liked all this stuff?” Rachel asked.
“I have my ways of knowing things like that.” Jordan asked.
Rachel hugs Jordan again.
“I love you Jordan Pierre Marshall.” Rachel said.
Jordan smiles a litlte.
“I love you too Rachel Jane Malone.” Jordan replied.
Rachel smiles than kisses Jordan passionately. A few minutes later they break the kiss. They walk back to Jordan’s house. Blaine went to work and Stefan went to see Melody. Rachel sits down on the couch and lets out a long sigh than shifts her weight. Jordan walks up behind Rachel and starts to massage her shoulders. Rachel looks up into Jordan’s eyes with a great big smile on her face.
“Can we watch a movie?” Rachel asked.
“Yeah sure.” Jordan answered.
“How about Terminator?” Rachel asked.
“That’s the I was thinking about watching too.” Jordan answered.
Jordan gets to his feet to put in the movie in. Rachel is watching Jordan and smiles a little. A few minutes later the movie starts. Jordan pauses the movie.
“Would you like some popcorn?” Jordan asked.
“Yeah sure as long as it has lots of butter in it.” Rachel answered.
“I’ll see what I can do.” Jordan said.
Jordan goes out the kitchen than looks around the cupboards. Jordan finds a bag of popcorn with extra butter and puts into the mircowave than presses the on button. Jordan goes back to where Rachel is while the popcorn. Jordan pulls Rachel close and kisses her passionately just as the mircowave digs. Jordan breaks the kiss than goes out to where the microwave is and takes out the popcorn. Jordan puts into a big bowl than takes into where Rachel is sitting. Jordan puts the bowl of popcorn on table in front of them than sits next to Rachel and puts his arm around her shoulder. Jordan pulls Rachel close to him. Rachel just smiles. All of a sudden a part that Rachel doesn’t like comes and she buries her Jordan’s shoulder. Jordan wraps his arms around Rachel and pulls her closer to him. An hour and 47 minutes later the movie is over. Rachel sighs.
“I guess it’s the time for me to getting home now but seriously I don’t want to.” Rachel said.
“Well you don’t have to.” Jordan replied.
Rachel smiles a little.
“Where I am supposed to sleep now?” Rachel asked.
“On the couch.” Jordan answered.
“Yeah ok than.” Rachel said.
Jordan gets some blankets for Rachel than gets the couch already for her.
~Meanwhile back at Rachel’s house~
Angeliqua is up in her bedroom bawling her eyes out. All of a sudden there’s a knock at the door. Angeliqua sighs than gets to her feet and opens the door to find Sam standing on the other side.
“What are you doing here?” Angeliqua asked.
“I came to see my girl on her birthday.” Sam answered.
Angeliqua pulls Sam close and kisses him passionatley. A few minutes later she breaks the kiss.
“I missed you so much.” Angeliqua said.
Sam smiles.
“Yeah I could tell from that kiss that you just gave me and I missed you just as much.” Sam replied.
Angeliqua takes Sam into her bedroom and the starts kissing again. They fall onto the bed without breaking their kisses and making love all night.
~Meanwhile back at Jordan’s house~
Rachel is laying on the couch looking up at the celing. Jordan comes out to the living room.
“Are you comfortable?” Jordan asked.
“Yes very.” Rachel answered.
Jordan goes into his room and shuts the door. A few hours later Rachel wakes up from a bad nightmare than runs into Jordan’s room. Rachel shakes Jordan awake. Jordan opens his eyes and looks at up at Rachel.
“What are you doing in my room?” Jordan asked.
“I had a nightmare and I’m too scared to sleep out on the couch.” Rachel answered.
“Ok than.” Jordan said as pulls Rachel down beside him on the bed.
They fall alseep in each other’s embrace.

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Chapter 5
There’s No Real Chemistry

Jordan wakes up to find Rachel sitting on the couch watching TV. Jordan sighs than goes out the kitchen. Rachel gets up than goes to where he is.
“What’s the matter?” Rachel asked.
“I’ve been doing a lot of thinking about us. I don’t really see any major chemistry between us.” Jordan answered.
“Are you saying that you want to be break up with me?” Rachel asked.
“Yes that’s actually what I’m saying.” Jordan answered.
“Fine than I don’t need you.” Rachel yelled as she leaves the house.
Rachel goes to where her sister and her cousins live. Jayson looks at Rachel as she comes in the door.
“Why are you here?” Jayson asked.
“I’m moving back here.” Rachel answered.
“What happen with Jordan?” Alyssa asked.
“He told me just a few minutes ago that he didn’t want to be with anymore because he doesn’t see any real chemistry between us.” Rachel answered as tears start to stream down her face.
Angeliqua over hears everything from the kitchen. Angeliqua comes into the living room than goes over to her twin and hugs her.
“It’s alright sis, you just have to find someone better than him.” Angeliqua said.
“No I won’t because I’m done with guys this time.” Rachel replied.
Angeliqua stares at Rachel.
“Rachel, you can’t just give up because I know someone out there is your soul mate you just haven’t found him yet.” Angeliqua said.
“No, you’re wrong sis. I don’t have a soul mate.” Rachel replied.
“Yes, you do everyone does.” Angeliqua said.
Sam comes up behind Angeliqua and wraps his arms around her.
“Her sister is right. I have to admit that I use to think the same thing until I met your sister and she turned my whole life around.” Sam replied.
Rachel smiles a little than leaves the house and goes to loneliest part of the beach. Rachel sits on a rock where the waves can crash in around her to think. A young man named Edwin Warren is walking a long the beach and he stops Rachel.
“She must be an angel because she’s so beautiful.” Edwin thinks to himself.
Edwin walks over to Rachel.
“Hi there.” Edwin said.
Rachel looks up at Edwin.
“Who are you?” Rachel asked.
“My name is Edwin Marlon Warren.” The man answered.
“I’m Rachel Jane Malone.” Rachel said.
“Did it hurt when you fell from heaven?” Edwin asked.
“I’m not angel, I’m person.” Rachel answered.
“Well that’s not what I see because to me you look like an angel.” Edwin replied.
“Flattery will get nowhere with me because it’s going to take a lot more than that. My boyfriend just broke up with me an hour ago and I don’t intend on finding anyone new for a long time yet or maybe never.” Rachel said.
“He broke up with you than it’s his lost because anyone who would break up with someone as beautiful as you doesn’t know what they are missing.” Edwin replied.
“Are you always this formal?” Rachel asked.
“Yeah I am but only when there’s a beautiful woman around.” Edwin answered.
Rachel gets to her feet than starts walking home.
“You’re wasting time because I’m not interested.” Rachel screamed.
Edwin watches Rachel walk away.
“Oh I will soon change that my angel.” Edwin thinks to himself.

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Chapter 6
Turning On The Romance

It’s been two days since Jordan broke up with Rachel. Rachel is at work when suddenly Edwin walks in. Rachel’s eyes widen and she goes over to him.
“What are you doing here?” Rachel asked.
“I thought I’d just come check this place out and I didn’t know that you worked here.” Edwin answered.
Melody walks over to Rachel.
“Do you know this guy?” Melody asked.
“Yeah this is Edwin Warren and I met him the day that Jordan broke up with me.” Rachel answered.
Edwin grins a little.
Rachel notices the grin on Edwin’s face. Melody does too.
“Why are you grinning like that?” Melody asked.
“I can’t tell otherwise it will give my plan.” Edwin answered.
“What kind of plan?” Rachel asked.
“That is a secret.” Edwin answered.
Rachel shakes her head.
“If it’s got anything do with me than you can just forget it because I told you two days ago I’m not interested in you and I meant it.” Rachel yelled.
Melody looks at Rachel. Rachel sighs than walks off.
“You will soon change my angel because you are going to mine no matter what but first I have to show you that I’m not like other guys.” Edwin thinks to himself.
Rachel walks outside and starts to sing “I Need A Hero” by Bonnie Tyler.
Doo doo doo doooo
Doo doo doo doooo
Doo doo doo doooo
Aaahhh
Aaahhh
Where have all the good men gone
And where are all the gods?
Where’s the street-wise Hercules
To fight the rising odds?
Isn’t there a white knight upon a fiery steed?
Late at night I toss and I turn and I dream of what I need
I need a hero
I'm holding out for at hero 'till the end of the night
He's gotta be strong
And he's gotta be fast
And he's gotta be fresh from the fight
I need a hero
I’m holding out for a hero 'till the morning light
He’s gotta be sure
And it’s gotta be soon
And he’s gotta be larger than life
Larger than life
Doo doo doo doooo
Doo doo doo doooo
Doo doo doo doooo
Aaahhh
Aaahhh
Somewhere after midnight
In my wildest fantasy
Somewhere just beyond my reach
There’s someone reaching back for me
Racing on the thunder and rising with the heat
It’s gonna take a superman to sweep me off my feet
I need a hero
I'm holding out for a hero 'till the end of the night
He's gotta be strong
And he's gotta be fast
And he's gotta be fresh from the fight
I need a hero
I’m holding out for a hero 'till the morning light
He’s gotta be sure
And it’s gotta be soon
And he’s gotta be larger than life
I need a hero
I'm holding out for at hero 'till the the end of the night
Up where the mountains meet the heavens above
Out where the lightning splits the sea
I could swear there is someone somewhere
Watching me
Through the wind and the chill and the rain
And the storm and the flood
I can feel his approach
Like a fire in my blood
I need a hero
I'm holding out for a hero 'till the end of the night
He’s gotta be strong
And he's gotta be fast
And he's gotta be fresh from the fight
I need a hero
I'm holding out for a hero 'till the morning light
He's gotta be sure
And it's gotta be soon
And he's gotta be larger than life
I need a hero
I'm holding out for a hero 'till the end of the night
He's gotta be strong
And he's gotta be fast
And he's gotta be fresh from the fight
I need a hero
I'm holding out for a hero 'till the morning light
He's gotta be sure
And he's gotta be soon
And he's gotta be larger than life
I need a hero
I'm holding out for a hero 'till the end of the night
Rachel sighs than starts to sing “I Don’t Think About It” By Emily Osment.
I don't think about it
I don't think about it
Misunderstood
Everybody feels that way sometimes
Oh oh oh oh
I wish I could Fit in with all the rest, but I
Oh oh oh oh
Got my own style
Got my own way
I don't care what people say, yeah
cause I don't think about it
I don't think about it
I don't think about it
Bein' myself there ain't no doubt about it I won't cry any tears
I'll just live without fear
I'm so happy cause
I'm Living my life and I don't think about it
A shooting star
Twinkling across the sky at night
Oh
Near or far
I'm wishing everything will be alright
Oh oh oh oh
Got my own dreams
Got my own plan
Gonna get there any way I can
cause I don't think about it
I don't think about it
I don't think about it
Bein' myself there ain't no doubt about it I won't cry any tears
I'll just life without fear
I'm so happy cause I'm
Living my life and I don't think about it
Got my own style
Got my own way
I don't care people say, yeah
cause I don't think about it
I don't think about it
I don't think about it
Bein' myself there ain't no doubt about it I won't cry any tears
I'll just live without fear
I'm so happy cause I'm
Livin my life and I don't think about it
I don't think about it
I don't think about it
I don't think about it
Bein' myself there ain't no doubt about it I won't cry any tears
I'll just live without fear
I'm so happy cause I'm
Living my life and I don't think about it
Think about it
Think about it
I don't think about it
Cause I'm living my life and I don't think about
Rachel sighs than goes back inside.
“Why were singing those songs?” Melody asked.
“I just felt like and with everything I’ve gone through with guys lately they just seem to suit.” Rachel answered.
They don’t know that Edwin is secretly listening in.
“Are you still giving up on love?” Melody asked.
“I’m seriously thinking about it.” Rachel answered.
Edwin gasps than runs out of the store.
“What’s his hurray?” Melody asked.
“I don’t know and I really don’t care.” Rachel answered.
“What do you have against him?” Melody asked.
“I don’t have anything against but I wish he would stop flirting with me like he does.” Rachel answered.
“Did it ever occur to you that might he like you?” Melody asked.
“I know he does but I just don’t want to be hurt to be again.” Rachel answered.
“Not all guys are like C.J. and Jordan.” Melody said.
“Well I don’t want to take the risk again.” Rachel replied.
A few hours later Stefan comes in from outside holding a bouquet of red roses. Melody smiles.
“Are those for me?” Melody asked.
“No, I found out them outside on the steps and they are addressed to Rachel.” Stefan answered.
“Me? Who are they from?” Rachel asked taking the bouquet of roses from Stefan.
“There’s a card attached maybe it says on it.” Stefan answered.
Rachel looks at the card.
“What does it say?” Melody asked.
“It says “Dear Rachel, Please don't give up on love because it's not wroth doing that, Love Someone Who Cares.” Rachel answered.
“Rachel has someone that cares about her.” Melody teased.
Stefan is shocked at first.
Rachel sighs deeply just as Misha comes over.
“Where did you get those?” Misha asked.
“From someone who cares.” Rachel answered.
“Do you have any ideas who it could be?” Misha asked.
“Yes as matter of fact I do.” Rachel answered.
A few days later Rachel comes to work and goes to her locker. Rachel sees a piece of paper sticking out from her locker. Rachel takes the piece of paper and reads it. Melody comes over.
“What does it is say?” Melody asked.
“I really hope that you won't give up on love because it's a very special part of life.” Rachel answered.
“Wow that’s deep.” Melody said.
Rachel sits down just as Misha comes over.
Melody nods her head. Rachel goes outside and starts to sing “At Last” by Etta James.
At last, my love has come along
My lonely days are over
And life is like a song
Oh, yeah, at last
The skies above are blue
My heart was wrapped up in clovers
The night I looked at you
I found a dream that I could speak to
A dream that I can call my own
I found a thrill to rest my cheek to
A thrill that I have never known
Oh, yeah when you smile, you smile
Oh, and then the spell was cast
And here we are in heaven
For you are mine
At last
Edwin is just coming up to the restaurant and he hears Rachel singing. Rachel notices Edwin coming and she smiles a little.
“How are you today?” Edwin asked as he reaches where she is.
“I’m doing really well.” Rachel answered.
“That’s good to hear.” Edwin said.
Rachel smiles. Edwin smiles too. A few hours later Rachel goes home. Heather is sitting on the couch with Julianna in her arms. Rachel sighs happily.
“What’s wrong with you?” Heather asked.
“I don’t want to say just yet.” Rachel answered.
Adrian comes into room.
“Rachel’s in love.” Adrian taunted.
“I am not.” Rachel screamed.
“Yes you are. I can see it all over your face.” Adrian said.
Heather smiles.
“Who is he?” Heather asked.
“His name is Edwin Marlon Warren and I’m not in love with him at least not yet.” Rachel answered.
“How do you feel about him than?” Alyssa asked she comes into the room.
“I admire him for trying to make me see that giving up on love isn’t the way to go and he has such a romantic side to him.” Rachel answered.
“Sounds like a keeper.” Heather said.
“That’s what my boss said.” Rachel replied.
Heather smiles. Rachel goes up to her bedroom. A few hours later Rachel is sound asleep dreaming of Edwin.

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Chapter 7
Breaking Rachel’s Heart

It’s the next day now. Rachel is at the beach where she first met Edwin. All of a sudden Rachel sees Edwin kissing another woman. Rachel’s eyes fill with tears and she ran home. Heather looked up when Rachel came in.
“What’s wrong Rach?” Heather asked.
“I went to the beach to clear my mind and I saw Edwin kissing another woman.” Rachel answered.
“Whoa that’s not good.” Heather said.
Rachel sighed.
“Why do guys always end up breaking my heart?” Rachel asked.
“I’m not sure but I won’t give up yet because everyone has a special someone and you just haven’t found yours yet.” Heather answered.
A few hours later Rachel is at work when Edwin walked in. Edwin walked over to Rachel.
“What do you want?” Rachel asked.
“I want to know if you’re free tonight.” Edwin answered.
“Yeah I’m free but I don’t date man who kisses other woman when they thinking I’m not going check them.” Rachel said.
“What are you talking about?” Edwin asked.
“I saw at the beach early in a liplock with another woman so you forget any thoughts of being together.” Rachel answered.
Edwin sighed and stormed out. Misha walked over with a man.
“This is your new co-worker Gabriel Barnes.” Misha said.
“Hi everyone it’s nice to meet you and please call me Gabe.” Gabriel replied.
Gabriel took one look at Rachel and instantly in love with her. Rachel sighed. Melody hugged Rachel.
“It’s okay because Edwin wasn’t wroth it.” Melody said.
“Who’s Edwin?” Gabriel asked.
“He’s the guy that Rachel liked but she caught him kissing another woman early.” Melody answered.
‘Well obviously he doesn’t know what he’s missing.” Gabriel said.
Stefan walked over to them and wrapped his arms around Melody.
“Hi there Gabe, I’m Melody’s fiancé Stefan Murray.” Stefan replied.
“It’s nice to meet you.” Gabriel said.
A few hours later everyone is bed. Gabriel is dreaming about Rachel. Stefan and Melody are sleeping in each other’s embrace.

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Chapter 8
Slowly Building Up Rachel’s Trust

It’s been a few since Gabriel started working at Misha’s Plaza Café. Stefan noticed that Gabriel isn’t off in his own little world. Stefan snapped his fingers in front of Gabriel’s face.
“Are you in there Gabe?” Stefan asked.
“Yeah I am.” Gabriel answered.
“What were you thinking about?” Stefan asked.
“I was thinking about Rachel.” Gabriel answered.
“Why Rachel?” Stefan asked.
“She’s so beautiful.” Gabriel answered.
“Are you in love with her?” Stefan asked.
“Yes I am.” Gabriel answered.
“She’s been hurt by four over the past little while so it’s going to take a lot for you get her to trust you.” Stefan said.
“Don’t worry I’ll make her trust if it’s the last thing I do.” Gabriel replied.
“Well good luck with that.” Stefan replied.
Stefan walked off than turned around. Gabriel goes home for a bit. Gabriel writes a note and poem for Rachel. Gabriel goes back to work. Gabriel puts the note and poem into Rachel’s locker. A few hours later Rachel went to her locker. Rachel noticed the note and poem. Melody walked over to Rachel.
“What’s’ that?” Melody asked.
“It’s note and poem.” Rachel answered.
“What does it say?” Melody asked.
“The note says Dear Rachel, Please don’t give up on love and man because you never know when you’re special someone could be close, Love Your Secret Admirer.” Rachel answered.
“What does the poem say?” Melody asked.
“It goes like this.” Rachel answered.
Love is patient. Love is kind.
It does not envy. It does not boast.
It is not proud. It is not rude.
It is not self-seeking. It is not easily agreed.
It keeps no records of wrongs.
“Wow that’s really deep.” Melody said.
“Yeah I know it is.” Rachel replied.
A few hours later Rachel finds another note in locker. It reads “Love makes all hearts gentle.”
Rachel starts to wonder who is leaving her all this notes. Stefan walked over to Gabriel.
“Are you the one leaving the notes in Rachel’s locker?” Stefan asked.
“Yeah I am.” Gabriel answered.
“Where are you getting them from?” Stefan asked.
“I got the poem from the bible and the quotes from a book I have of Dictionary of Proverbs.” Gabriel answered.
The next day Rachel finds another note in locker and it reads “Love see no faults.” Melody walked over to Rachel.
“How are you today?” Melody asked.
“I’m good but I wish I could figure out who’s leaving me all these quotes in my locker.” Rachel answered.
A few hours later Rachel went back to her locker to find a note with a whole bunch of quotes on it. They quotes read.
“Love warms more than a thousand fires.”
“Love fears no danger.”
“Love knows no measure.”
“Never have regrets, follow your heart.”
“Love is, above all, the gift of oneself.”
“Love conquers all boundaries.”
Gabriel walked over to Rachel.
“Are you still wondering who left all this stuff for you?” Gabriel asked.
“Yes I am.” Rachel answered.
“It was me.” Gabriel said.
“Why Gabe?” Rachel asked.
“I wanted you to trust me and see that I’m not like those guys that have hurt in the past.” Gabriel answered.
“Well it’s a start.” Rachel said.
“That’s a good to hear.” Gabriel replied.
Gabriel walked off. Gabriel started to sing Awake In A Dream by Kalan Porter.
I never thought,
That one day you'd be come a part of my life
Still you were always with me
When I lay my head down at night
Could you really be here with me?
Has my wish come true tonight?
Cuz now, now it seems
I'm wide awake in this dream
And I'll do, I'll do anything
To stay here forever
And if this is a dream
I'm not going to wake up
But if I'm awake I won't close my eyes again
Though I feel like I'm flying
I'm sure my feet are still on the ground
Open my eyes, and it's amazing
How my world has changed when I look around
And it's like I found a road straight to heaven
The road has lead me right here to you
Cuz now, now it seems
I'm wide awake in this dream
And I'll do, I'll do anything
To stay here forever
And if this is a dream
I'm not going to wake up
But if I'm awake I won't close my eyes again
Everything I'll ever need,
Is standing right here in front of me
You've given more than ill ever ask for
Now all I can do
Is give forever to you?
Cuz now, now it seems
I'm wide awake in this dream
Cuz now, now it seems
I'm wide awake in this dream
And I'll do, I'll do anything
To stay here forever
And if this is a dream
I'm not going to wake up
But if I'm awake I won't close my eyes again
Rachel’s eyes widen in shock.
“Wow Gabe has a gorgeous singing voice.” Rachel thought to herself.
Gabriel started to sing Unconditional by Kalan Porter.
You're the words I feel inside of my soul
And the light I see beyond my control
So don't be afraid to give and to take
Don't be afraid your heart's gonna break
Love is all, love is one, love is unconditional
Love is all you need in your heart so let it be
Love is tough, love is torn, love is unpredictable
Love won't judge... love is unconditional
You're the touch I feel in my heart I know
You're the breath that i take that I can't let go
So don't be afraid to give and to take
Don't be afraid your heart's gonna break
Love is all, love is one, love is unconditional
Love is all you need in your heart so let it be
Love is tough, love is torn, love is unpredictable
Love won't judge... love is unconditional
If I had the sun, could I count on you
If I had the moon would you be there too
If this was the last day of our lives
I see that day with you
Love is all, love is one, love is unconditional
Love is all you need in your heart so let it be
Love is tough, love is torn, love is unpredictable
Love won't judge... love is unconditional
Gabriel sighed and started to sing After All by Kalan Porter.
Everytime
Not what you wanted
You can't rewind
This house will stay haunted
Rain will fall drowning out the sun
Everything's coming up roses
In spite of all we've done
Then I look in their eyes
Even after the fall
There is good here after all
Through the faintest of smiles
In the chaos I saw
Their is good here after all
Trapped in the past
Moments that shine
Burn out too fast
Dim by a lifetime
Rain will fall
Drowning out the sun
Everything's coming up roses
In spite of all we've done
Then I look in their eyes
Even after the fall
There is good here after all
Through the faintest of smiles
In the chaos I saw
There is good here after all
There is good here after all
There is good here after all
After all
Then I look in their eyes
Even after the fall
There is good here after all
Through the faintest of smiles
In the chaos I saw
There is good here after all
Life is good here after all
Melody walked over to Rachel.
“What’s wrong with you?” Melody asked.
“I just overheard Gabe singing.” Rachel answered.
“What’s the big deal about that?” Melody asked.
“He’s the most gorgeous singing voice I’ve ever heard.” Rachel answered.
“Are you falling in love with Gabe?” Melody asked.
“Yes a little but it’s still going to take me awhile to get over being hurt like I was.” Rachel answered.
Gabriel overheard and just smiled to himself. It’s a few hours later. Gabriel is at home in bed dreaming of Rachel. Stefan and Melody are sleeping in each other’s embrace.

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Misha Daniels
Misha's brother, Jack Daniels

The Sheran Family:
Rianna's mother, Samara Sheran: Sandra Bullock
Rianna's father, Dalton Sheran: David Spade
Rianna's uncle, Gabriel Sheran: Gary Oldman
Rianna's aunt, Gabriel''s wife Serenity Sheran: Stephanie "Stevie" Vallance
Rianna's uncle, Mover Rich: Rich Collins
Rianna's uncle, Mover Dave: David Poche
Rianna's uncle, Mover Smitty: Scott "Smitty" Smith
Rianna's older sister, Giovanna Sheran: Gabrielle Carteris
Rianna's older brother, Matteo Sheran: Mark Calaway
Rianna's older brother, Matteo's twin Robert Sheran: Rob Morrow
Rianna's older brother, Malakai Sheran: Michael Shanks
Rianna's older brother, Malaki's twin Martin Sheran: Matthew Lillard
Rianna's older sister, Susan Sheran: Sarah Michelle Gellar
Rianna's older sister, Charlotte Sheran: Caterina Scorsone
Rianna's older sister, Tessa Sheran: Thora Birch
Rianna's twin brother, Brodie Sheran: Bradley James
Rianna's younger brother, Connor Sheran: Colin Morgan
Rianna's younger sister, Connor's twin Nevaeh Sheran: Natalia Tena
Rianna's younger brother, Peter Sheran: Paul Butcher
Rianna's younger sister, Peter's twin Layla Sheran: Lilliana Mumy
Rianna's younger sister, Jaelyn Sheran: Jordan Todosey
Rianna's younger sister, Jaelyn's twin Jamya Sheran: Juliette Goglia
Rianna's younger brother, Donate Sheran: Dylan Everett
Rianna's younger brother, Bryson Sheran: Bradley Steven Perry


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Angeliqua Hatter: Amber
Angeliqua's mother, Fedora Hatter: Terri Irwin
Angeliqua's father, The Mad Hatter: John Robert Hoffman
Angeliqua's older brother, Angelino Hatter: Ben Barnes
Angeliqua's boyfriend, Gary Wilde: R. Brandon Johnson

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