Snippet #2126557

As Ian went on with his words, Lou's mouth was partly open as she tried to explain herself- but no words came out. She knew he was right, well except for the Rupert part, but she knew better than to try to convince him otherwise. He didn't listen then so what makes her think he would now. In fact, the chances of being forgiven was greater then- at least that time she knew he loved her. And right now, she can't locate her spot in his life. He might have even erased her from his memory and everything just came flooding in back to him when they saw each other.

"Just, don't cry... ever." Ian held out his hand, almost as a peace offering. "As long as you keep your promise, we can call a truce. It'll be better, like we are strangers again."

Of course he has moved on, what made her think he hasn't?! He has found a better girl, what else could be the cause? And her she is, standing in front of him and hoping she'd still be his princess. Fuck life, looks like she is the only one stuck in the past.

So Lou gulped and urged herself to smile, she didn't know what she looked like but hopefully Ian won't be crept out. She then took his hand into hers and give it a firm hold and shook it once and let go of it. "Of course," Liar! "That was so long ago. I was just worried you'd- that you'd- you know what? Never mind." She then gave off a fake laugh.

"So what are the odds right? It's like someone's playing with us," She tried to change the topic and walked towards Darren as Chachi excused herself, stood up and left them. At least Darren was there.

"Indeed," Darren pipped in and smiled at Ian. "I'm Darren Goldwin. Executive producer aka the one who finances everything." He then walked at Ian's back and friendly tapped his left shoulder while giving Lou a mischievous smile. Lou widened her eyes, as if asking Darren to stop. And instead of risking her cover she excused herself, "Iiiii- should go and pack my things as well. See you two later," She gave off a small awkward wave and dashed out towards the room that she'd be sharing with the two other female "winners".

She softly knocked on the open door, giving a heads up for Chachi of her presence. The girl was unpacking several fabulous purses, designer rands no doubt. She walked over to her own bed and cleared her throat, "I believe we weren't properly introduced, I'm Louella by the way. But you can call me Lou," She didn't know whether she should offer her hand or not so she stood there awkwardly. Even at her age, she always listened to Chachi's songs and is a big fan, one of the many reasons why she choose her to be a part of the program. Hopefully the girl wouldn't think she's a freak.