Chapter Three
Johanna sat on the couch in the back of the recording studio sorting through paperwork.

“How’d that sound J?” Dan asked her.

She quickly raised her hand in a thumbs up sign, never breaking her concentration from what she was doing.

“Bro, she’s not even paying attention. Watch. How’d I sound Johanna?” Jacob asked.

“You didn’t sing yet.” Johanna said still not looking up. “But my prediction is…” And she flipped her hand so her thumb was facing downward.

“Thanks for the vote of confidence.” He said.

“Anytime.” She replied.

“What are you working on?” Dan asked sitting down next to her.

“Scheduling the rest of the promo tour.” Johanna replied.

Suddenly the room was filled with Jacob’s voice.

“Oh dear Lord. Make it stop.” She said putting her hand over her ears.

The guys busted out laughing. Jacob shot her an evil glare and she stuck her tongue out at him.

“So when is Grace coming down?” Trevor asked.

Johanna poked Dan. “Always interested in the ladies.”

Trevor shook his head. “It was just a question. Why you gotta hate?”

“I’m not going to comment on that last sentence.” She said stifling a laugh. “She’ll be down on Saturday.”

“That’s cool that she’s working down here.” Ashley said. “We haven’t seen her in awhile.”

“I’m sure she’s throbbing with anticipation to see you Ash.” Johanna said.

Everyone let out a chuckle except Ashley.

“What?” he asked.

Johanna shook her head. “My poor innocent Ashley. So young, so silly.”

“Come on guys. I need you all in there.” The producer said.

The guys walked into the recording booth. Johanna tried to get back to finishing the schedule, but for some reason she was distracted. She knew why, she just didn’t want to admit it. Ever since the night of the storm she had been having strange feelings about her relationship with Dan. When she was with him she felt like he would protect her against anything. Dan was her best friend so she assumed it was normal to feel this way but Johanna had a feeling things were different.

Later that day…

“So what time does your flight get in?” Johanna asked.

“4:00.” Grace replied.

“Okay, I’ll let Jacob know so he can pick you up.” Johanna teased.

“Johanna, if you send King of the Monkeys to pick me up I will not be held responsible for my actions.” Grace said.

“I’m just playin’ ya.” She told her.

“You best be.” Grace replied. “So how did recording go today?”

“Pretty well. Dan sounded great.” She told her.

“Figures.” She scoffed.

“Huh?” Johanna asked confused.

“Of course you would say Dan was great. You’re madly in love with the boy.” Grace said.

“No I’m not.” Johanna said defensively.

“Sure.” Grace said. Johanna could practically see her rolling her eyes.

“I’m not.” She said.

“Riight. Anyway, I’ll see you on Saturday.” Grace said.

“See you then.” Johanna replied hanging up the phone.

‘Is Grace right?’ Johanna thought.

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