Lady in Red Ch. 26

"Yeah, except you're both gorgeous, have hit songs, a TV show, concerts, and a movie," pointed out Charlie. "Those little items seem to make a big difference. Wow! Look at Steve!"

Steve had been standing next to a voluptuous blonde woman, smiling as he posed for a photo with her. The woman suddenly pulled her top up with one hand, revealing her large firm breasts. Her friend, along with numerous others, quickly snapped a series of pictures. Steve was facing the camera and smiling, apparently oblivious to the display next to him.

Gwen managed to catch Steve's eye and motioned for him to look down. Steve glanced down and then did a double-take. Then his smile became even larger as he shook his head in wonder.

Most of the fans were polite and thanked the group for their cooperation with the pictures and the autographs. Everyone, other than the blonde, managed to keep their clothes in place. Eventually, the foursome managed to retreat to their vehicles and return to their rooms.

The next day saw them at the recording studio bright and early. Clyde was very impressed with the two new songs that Jordan and Charlie played for him.

"They'll work great in the movie. I have several others that I paid some writers to come up with, and they aren't as good as the ones you have. We'll record them all and then decide which songs to use in the movie. I'll have to get that Malloy kid to sign a contract for her song. I'm glad she's over eighteen. She won't need her parents' approval, although I will run it by them as well."

They worked on the new songs well into the evening. Everyone agreed to return the next morning. "See what a good idea it was to plan on staying in a motel for two nights?" asked Gwen as Steve nibbled on her sensitive clit. "That's a rhetorical question, so don't stop what you're doing to answer!"

By noon Sunday, Clyde was satisfied with the results. "We can spend weeks on these songs and only make them a better by a small fraction. If you kids do a good job with the acting, these songs will be perfect. I expect to have a hit or two in this sound track and a very successful movie. It'll all hinge on your performances in front of the camera.

"We'll fly to Los Angeles as soon as you're no longer needed at school. You can fly back a day for graduation, but then it's back to work. By early June, we'll go to Florida to film on location for a week or ten days. They want enough outside shots to make certain it has the feel of the beach. Plan on spending time on the Treasure Coast of Florida. And in some skimpy swim suits. It'll be pure Hell for you, Steve!" laughed Clyde.

"There's another thing to keep in mind. We owe CBC another TV show. They want it for Christmas, so we'll shoot a Christmas show in Los Angeles in June. I was thinking of including some of your families since that's always popular at Christmas. Gwen, you have lots of relatives, so bring them along. Steve and Jordan, do you have anyone you'd like to include?" asked Clyde.

"Gwen's family is mine, so if they're there, I'll be good. I would like to have Charlie with me. I think we'll still be together at Christmas. I sure hope so!" sighed Jordan.

"It's pretty much the same for me," added Steve. "My Uncle Joe will never agree to fly to L.A. He hates to go to the grocery store. I don't know for certain if I have any other relatives."

"Steve! You know darn well that you do. I'm going to call your aunt and grandmother to see if they want to come to L.A. and be in the show. I bet Janice and Jen will love to appear with us. It's possible that your grandmother will accept the invitation. They're family!"

Steve kept his doubts to himself. He knew better than to disagree with Gwen when it came to dealing with family. He had very little experience in that area.

The group arrived back in Sparta in time for Paula's Sunday dinner. "We saw a new sign on route 15 coming into Sparta. It says 'Welcome to The Spartan Nation, Hometown of Jordan Quick, Gwen Anderson, and Steve Hammer!' That was a real surprise to us. It's flattering but it's a little embarrassing as well. How many people will even care that Sparta is our hometown?" wondered Gwen.

"I'd guess that there a quite a few. I've noticed a lot of cars driving down our street real slow. Sometimes they take pictures from the car and sometimes they stop and get out. Some girl rang the bell yesterday and asked if Steve Hammer was here," revealed Kate. "You guys probably didn't see that rag they sell at the grocery stores where you check out. It was pictures of the three of you and a headline stating how Steve is able to keep you both satisfied."

"That crap's starting again?" moaned Jordan. "I was off the tabloid radar for a while. I guess it's a barometer of your career status. The career is dead if they don't bother to make up lies about you. It sounds like mine's been resuscitated, and yours is doing okay. You'll learn to ignore those stupid rags."

"I was going to buy one, but Mom wouldn't allow it. She said she didn't want to support those liars in any way," stated Kate. "I guess there's a down side to being stars of stage and screen. Your privacy is pretty well gone."

The next day at school revealed just how much fame had changed their lives. Gwen, Jordan, and Steve were called into the principal's office first thing in the morning.

"I cannot stress enough that you three have done nothing wrong. In fact, you've done a great many things very well. Strange as it may seem, that's the problem. You've become celebrities, very famous ones. It's disrupting classes for the rest of the student body.

"I have proposed to the school board, and they have agreed, to allow you to test out early. You would be required to pass final tests for your classes. If you can do that, you'll be able to stop attending classes, but still graduate. As you know there are only about fourteen actual days of class left, so you wouldn't be missing much time with your friends and classmates. I realize it seems like we're trying to punish you, but we aren't. It simply seemed like the best way to deal with the distractions.

"We're beginning to get gawkers and even paparazzi hanging around the school grounds. Your classmates are in awe of you. Some of the teachers are even intimidated. Do you kids understand my position? How do you feel about it? This is not something I will attempt to force you to do."

"This is quite a surprise to me, to all of us," acknowledged Gwen. "I understand your dilemma and your solution. The last three weeks of senior year are usually the best school experiences kids have. On the other hand, we're obligated to do a movie and a TV show before Steve leaves for the Naval Academy near the end of June. This could allow us the time we need to accomplish our goals."

"Sir, could we discuss this among ourselves and give you our answer after lunch?" asked Steve. "I would like to know what Ted and Paula think we should do before we make a decision."

"That's a very good idea, Steve. Take the morning off and consider my proposal. It could be a win/win situation for all of us. I'm sorry it's come to this, but then, it's a result of the hard work and talent you kids have. All principals should have this type of problem. My students are too accomplished and famous!"

The cafeteria was empty, so the three sat at a table to discuss the turn of events. "I'm inclined to accept the offer," admitted Gwen. "I'm ahead in my classes and should have no problem passing the finals right now. We could save a lot of time and maybe make a better movie if we aren't rushed so badly. How do you two feel about your classes?"

"As you know, I've been taking basic courses to get the credits I need to get a diploma. I can pass the finals in my sleep. I agree that this would free us up to get started on our other projects," asserted Jordan.

"My gut feeling is that this'll work for us, but I think Gwen should run it by her parents. They may see something that we're missing. Would you call them, Gwen, and see what they think?"

"Sure. You really are like the son they never had," laughed Gwen as she pulled out her cell phone. "I love how you value my parents' opinions on these things.

"Mom, we've just been told that we're creating a bit of pandemonium with our presence in school. The principal meant it in a nice way, but he says there are getting to be a lot of distractions. He's willing to let Jordan, Steve, and I test out right now. If we pass our finals, we can be done with the last few weeks of school and concentrate of our other projects. It sounds like a good idea to us, but your boy, Steve, felt we should ask you and Dad. Call me back after you guys talk it over. We need to know by lunch time. Thanks, Mom."

"She sounded good with it, but she's going to ask Dad. She also sounded pleased that you wanted to find out what she and Dad thought before you made your decision. Sometimes I feel like they're your family and I'm the girl trying to steal you away from them," complained Gwen.

By early afternoon, Ted and Paula had agreed to the early testing as long as the school put its proposal in writing. The kids spent the rest of the day making appointments with their teachers to take the final test. Most of the time, tests were scheduled in the library during the teacher's free period.

"Okay, kids. I can dig out some finals I've used in the past," agreed Ms. Summers. "But I don't have any free time during the day. I think it would work better if I tested you each separately. Gwen, you stop at my apartment at seven this evening. At eight, you'll hand in the test. As you finish, Steve will take the test. That way, I can verify that you did not discuss the material in the test. Will that work for you both?"

Steve arrived at Ms. Summers' apartment a few minutes early, but waited until exactly eight to ring the bell. She and Gwen were laughing as Steve was let in. Gwen wished Steve luck and left. Within five minutes, Steve was working on the final while sitting at the small kitchen table. He took his time and felt confident that he was doing well. He was done a few minutes early and was going over his answers when he felt something brush his cheek.

Steve had been intent on the exam and had lost track of Ms. Summers. When he felt the sensation on his cheek, he swung around to determine the source. When he turned, he found a bare breast pressed to his mouth. When he gasped in surprise, a nipple slid between his lips!

Still stunned, Steve felt Ashley pull his head tighter to her body. Another very hard nipple pressed against his cheek. By this time, she was practically purring as she held her breasts against him. One hand held his head close while her other ran over his chest and worked on his shirt buttons!