Chapter 8

Summer rushed into Alice's office building the next morning after a sudden impromptu meeting with the crew of the show.

The room was gathered with people who were either between her age range or a bit older than Alice. She settled on a vacant seat next to Ezra, the production's second unit Make up artist.

"Hi" she murmured a greeting under her breath and Ezra returned with a smile.

Alice stood up behind the huge mahogany desk in front of her and began the meeting.

"I am sure each one of you is wondering why I called the sudden gathering right?" Everyone responded with a nod.

"There has been a new development regarding the shoot and I intended to speak with you all about it in person so that you can personally begin to pack on time for the travel"

Alice walked slowly to the center of the two rows with her hands tucked in her perfectly tailored grey pants.

"For a very valid reason, the production team has decided to move filming from here to New Orleans and the general bus for all crew members is going to leave in two days at four in the afternoon. I expect everyone to meet up with the time of departure and whoever doesn't, gets to fly down at their own expense. Here are the NDAs you all will be signing" Alice handed each member of the team a sheet of paper to pen their signature on.

"I hope I am very well understood and sure everyone would be settled in camp in three days"

"Yes ma'am" everyone chorused

"Thank you then. Please place the paper once signed on the table." She motioned towards the table before engaging in a conversation with someone else.

"What's your name and designation? Have never seen you work on Alice's team before so I'm guessing you're new" Ezra asked facing Summer abruptly.

A good look at the stunning makeup on his face and feminine clothing made Summer come to the conclusion that he was either a drag queen or gay.

*Please don't be gay* Summer prayed before answering his question.

"Summer, Production assistant. I am new" She answered.

"Ezra, Make up artist and from the horrific look on your face, yes I'm gay. Is that a problem?"

Summer swallowed the air stuck in her throat and forced a smile.

"No problem" She widen her grin and shook his hands. "No problem at all" she added.

Ezra gave her a poker face for a split second and then quickly switched to a warm smile.

Summer returned to smile too.

"Got you on that one. You should have seen the look on your face" He laughed.

Summer laughed too.

"So you're not gay?" Summer clarified.

"Oh I am and I'm married too"

Summer's laugh abruptly transitioned to a 'happy for you' look.

"That's wonderful. Hardly hear of gay marriages" They both proceeded to the table after signing each of their NDA.

"This is the third year and it hasn't been smooth but it's nothing we can't overcome"

Summer instantly felt relaxed talking to Ezra. They talked more before departing into their respective bus destinations.

Summer returned home to break the news to Camille who didn't take it lightly. She'd lock herself in the bathroom and refused to open the door.

"Can't you just decline the job? We can search for another one that doesn't involve you switching towns for two whole months."

"You know that's not possible" Summer sighed, her head rested on the door.

Camille knew it wasn't but still wanted to try anyway. She didn't want Summer far away from her but this was inevitable.

"How are you going to sneak me in?" She sniffled "we are still going to do that right?"

"We can plan that."

"Is it a bad thing for me to want you to stay back?"

"No it's not but it would be if you don't let me go Cami. Two months is very close. I am sure you won't miss me at all"

"You know I will so tell me how I'm supposed to cope with all of that?"

Summer heaved a sigh "I wish I could stay. But you know I need the job to get our lives back on track. It won't be fair if I leave all the job stress on you. Plus, the job actually pays well"

The doorknob slowly opened after a while and Camille hugged Summer.

"I understand and honestly wish I didn't. I'm sorry for being a bitch instead of celebrating with you"

"It's fine Camille, if it's any consolation, I'll miss you too"

The duo settled in bed after and made good use of the moments they had left. They joked until after eight in the evening when Camille's phone rang.

"It's Marty" she announced and Summer beckoned for her to pick.

"Hi" she went on and Summer heightened her focus on Camille.

Camille hung up after a few minutes and suddenly squealed into a frenzy of excitement.

"What'd he say?" Summer asked eagerly.

"He said he'll like to reschedule for a proper date with me"

Both girls basked in their heartful joy.

"I guess he really likes you," Summer said genuinely.

"I don't want to get my hopes up but I'll enjoy the moment."

"When?"

"The night you leave" Camille's smile slowly faded.

"Cheer up. You are having a boyfriend soon"

"I guess that's a good compensation but not enough"

After their excitement settled a bit, Summer couldn't help the question that came out of her mouth.

"Did he mention anything about Nate?"

Camille shook her head.

"Why?" She asked suspiciously.

"Nothing. Nothing" Summer assured and ignited again.

Since her dream, Summer's mind has been drifting to Nate once in a while. He didn't try to reach her which means he's probably not that interested in her and she can't blame him.

He's a celebrity and she is a nobody.

She blamed her stupid yet steamy dream for making her feel this way for someone she'd never have and mentally thanked the two months away for coming at the appropriate time. It was the getaway she needed to stop her daydreaming of Nate fucking her. She began and Camille helped to pack her bags early to avoid forgetting important things and last-minute rush.