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Tori Lynn was amazed at how fast the people on the carpet learned her name. The photographers were calling Chase's name and her name. She knew they were within a few hundred feet of the door. She almost wished she could make a run for it. They were calling for her and Chase to pose. Tori Lynn turned and grabbed Chase by his dog tags and pulled him down into the shot. She heard clicks in every direction.

"Way to cause a riot" laughed Chase.

"Your lyrics Mr. Rice" Tori Lynn smiled "I'm just using them to your advantage." Tori Lynn let go of Chase's dog tags when she spotted Mike and Carrie. Mike motioned them over.

Mike shook hands with Chase. He then hugged Tori Lynn as more photos were taken. Carrie then turned and beamed at Tori Lynn. They hugged. Several more photos were taken. They were standing together when a microphone was shoved in their direction.

"Any news on when Baby Fisher is due or what the name will be."

"Fly" said Mike smirking "We are naming the baby Fly."

Carrie smacked Fisher. Fisher started laughing as the reporter told them it was creative and unusual. Tori Lynn started laughing.

"What" asked Chase.

"Do you really think Carrie would let him name the baby Fly Fisher." asked Tori Lynn. Chase started laughing. Carrie grabbed Tori Lynn's hand and put it on her belly. The baby was moving. "Think the baby wants an icy" asked Tori Lynn "I'm sure I can round one up."

"You are off duty tonight." laughed Carrie as she explained that Tori Lynn was Mike's assistant but she stole her frequently.

"So Fisher's assistant dating James Neal?" asked the reporter. Tori Lynn just smiled at the reporter. "So where are the Preds since we kicked them out of Nashville?"

Mike nodded at Tori Lynn so she answered the reporter "They are holed up in Dallas watching this shenanigans. Want to see what they are up to?"

Chase handed her phone to her from his pocket. Tori Lynn FaceTimed Neal. Neal picked up quickly.

"Aren't you supposed to be rocking a red carpet" asked Neal smiling at her.

"I'm multitasking Nealer" she replied "These lovely reporters were asking about y'all getting kicked out of your arena."

"We are hanging here in Dallas watching waiting for Carrie to blow us all away." said Neal. The reporter was busy videoing her and Neal's interaction.

"Get the Mafia over there Neal"

Tori Lynn laughed as he panned the room so she could see all the Preds. They were of course cat calling, whistling, and generally being their pain in the ass selves. Tori Lynn waved and blew kisses at Matti and Calle.

"Can I ask Mr. Neal a question?" asked the reporter. Tori Lynn turned the phone towards the reporter. "Hearts broke all over Nashville tonight when she showed up with Chase. Then he dropped the bomb that the Real Deal was off the market and more hearts broke. No one knew about you and Tori Lynn?"

"We knew" said James smirking. Tori Lynn heard chirping from the team.

"On that note Neal I'm gonna hang up before Ribs does or says something obnoxious" said Tori Lynn.

"Chase" called Neal. Chase leaned over in frame. "Country to yourself buddy." Chase nodded and laughed "And keep her away from Tebow."

"Mean" said Tori Lynn "Bye Neal going to go find Justin Moore he said something about the bed of a Chevy." She disconnected still laughing at James expression.

Chase, Fisher, and Carrie were all laughing. The reporter was smiling. "I have a feel you keep Neal on his toes."

"It's not just Neal" replied Chase. He put his hand on the small of her back and led her forward. "The reporters love you. And you and Neal will play on loop for everyone."

"They asked about him" she replied "It wasn't some publicity stunt. "

"I know Uturn" he answered "But it was genius. They are all loving you. They are loving the idea of Neal. And they are loving you being in our little clique. Less bro country if you are involved.

They made it into the arena and found their seats. Everyone was milling around visiting. BK and Tyler brought their girls over and introduced them to Tori Lynn. She instantly liked both of them. They exchanged numbers so that if they were all around they could get together. She managed to meet Jason Aldean without totally embarrassing herself. Luke Bryan was another issues however. She had hid behind Chase. She smacked Chase "I told y'all you have ease into these things not just walk up to Luke Bryan."

"Sorry Uturn" he said laughing "Luke this is Tori Lynn, the prettier half of Neon Cathedral. Tori Lynn this is Luke Bryan."

"Nice to meet you" said Luke extending a hand "Lynn as in Loretta?"

"Holy hell" said Tori Lynn "No sir that's just a middle name."

Luke immediately started laughing. She had just cursed in front of Luke Bryan. And she had called him sir.

"She just called me sir, Chase"

"Tori Lynn is one of a kind. You should hear her sing. And she can play anything with strings." replied Fish coming up behind them. "When we going hunting Bryan?"

"I might be able to work out black powder or possible bow season. But with you going active roster and the baby schedule it will make anything else tight." answered Tori Lynn

"And she talks dirty" said Luke "I think I like her."

"She is my assistant when she is off making music. The kid and her partner hold down the fort over at Rosie's."

"Better hang on to her Rice she knows her seasons" laughed Luke.

"Tori Lynn" yelled Miranda "Come here." Tori Lynn started toward Miranda then stopped and grabbed Chase by the hand. He just smirked and went with her without a fuss.

"Sorry" she said looking up at him "You're my security blanket. And human shield."

"You got baby girl." he answered as they neared Miranda.

Miranda introduced her to Megan Trainor. They were getting ready to be the first performance. They were both perfect.

"Wow Rice where'd you come up with the jewels." asked Miranda looking at her hand.

"Not me. Her boy toy did all that" Tori Lynn smacked him in the abs.

"Aww the hockey player is worried about the country rat pack." teased Miranda.

"Neal can't help it he is used to strippers, puck sluts, and attention whores."

"Sounds like Blake before I got that shit under control"

Tori Lynn's eyes got huge as George Straight walked by and took his seat. "I still get stars in my eyes too" said Miranda "Loretta Lynn is here and going to sing with Kaci."

The show was a huge success. Tori Lynn and Chase left just prior to the show ending. They needed to change. Chase led her backstage and they met Addi and Colby. They all changed clothes. Addi fixed her makeup and fixed her hair from the half up do to a ponytail that gave her the appearance of a pin up. They came out to meet the guys. Addi snapped a picture of Chase seeing her for the first time. The black dress fit like a second skin. She was still wear the red fuck me shoes. She turned the jewelry in to the man.

"Holy fuck" called Sam "If we send you back in will you get hotter." She gave him a kiss on the cheek and shook her head no. She tucked her arm through Sam's.

"Dude, you stole my girl" said Chase "Give her back." He snagged her from Sam. "But he is right. Can't wait to see your stage clothes."

They arrived at the party. They walked yet another carpet. Apparently the photographers weren't done taking pictures yet. But this time Addi walked with Sam. She walked with Chase on one side and Colby on the other.

"Is this the other half of Neon Cathedral" asked a reporter.

"Yes Ma'am" replied Tori Lynn "This is Colby James. Y'all come see us at Rosie's."

Once inside she was quickly ushered to room to change clothes. It was a large room with everyone there. Her clothes were hanging on a rack. She was trying to figure out how to change without flashing everyone. Sam saw her dilemma. He grabbed Chase, Cole, and another guy. He made them all face out. She had a dressing room of hot boys. She jerked on the cutoffs. But needed the dress unzipped. The mystery guy was closest and unzipped the dress. Holy Hell she was face to face with Brantley Gilbert. She jerked the dress off and got the tank on. She thanked the boys.

"That was a hell of an introduction" laughed Brantley "Damn where had Chase been hiding you."

"Sorry" said Tori Lynn "They say I will get over stripping back stage."

"You can strip backstage for me any night of the week Honey"

"Down Brant. She has a boyfriend." said Chase "And I promised to return her to him in the condition I received her. So no Brantley."

Brantley winked at her. "When ya get bored. Come find me."

"I have no idea how you do that " said Colby "Then again if I were into this kinda thing I would be hitting on you too."

"Aww your so sweet" laughed Tori Lynn

"What song do you two want to do out there?" asked Chase.

"What" she cried "I don't have my guitar or anything." Colby held out her favorite stage guitar it was a beautiful light green and the back was painted with cherry blossoms on Bodie's number. "Can I do Holding You by Miranda."

Chase fired off a text. He then nodded. Chase went through the set quickly. It was a fan club show and was only 8 songs. It would bounce between 2 stages. FGL and Brantley would be on one stage. Cole, Chase, and Sam on the other stage. They would stay with Chase. Addi was snapping pictures and sending them to Neal. She was taking time about with her phone and Tori Lynn's. Addi grabbed her and snapped a picture. She fired it off to Matti.

"You ready Uturn it's about to go down." said Chase "I want you to come out with me for Country in Ya. Then it will flip to FGL. It will come back to us. Cole will perform he wants to know if you want to get in the truck with him. Then Brantley. It will come back to Sam and he is going to do Leave the Night on. Right after that you and Colby. Then we will do Ride. And FGL will close it out. Sam wants you out there as well. It will be a lot of shaking you assets until you sing." She nodded and absently rubbed the Bodie's number.

"In 5" called a stage hand. They set up all the earpieces for them. Luckily Colby had brought theirs. She was nervous. She wished Rich was there. No she wanted Neal there. She would have to bring his hoodie from now on. Yes it was official his hoodie was her Linus blanket. She was standing next to Colby. Both were bouncing with nervous energy. Addi came up to her talking on her phone. "It's Neal" she mouthed. She nodded and Addi handed her the phone.

"Hey Neal"

"Addi said I have less than a minute" said Neal "Just want to wish you luck. The reporters are loving you. "

"I didn't call you on the carpet as a stunt."

"I know I'm glad you did. Good luck. You're about to be a star. Have fun. Bodie would be so proud of you."

"Thanks Jamie." answered Tori Lynn "Can I call you when I get in?"

"Whatever time babe" he replied "FaceTime me. Miss you. Three more nights and I'll see you."

"Miss you to Neal. I gotta go. Addi is going to FaceTime you so you can see." She disconnected. He knew the world as she knew it was going to change. He hoped the changes would include him.

Tori Lynn and Colby were in the wings of the stage waiting for Chase to cue them in. He introduced everyone. It was a huge crowd. Chase winked at her. They had a brand new Chevy truck on the stage. Chase explained that someone in the crowd would win the truck. But for now they were going to make it rock. They headed back into the wings. Chase smiled at her. She heard the band fire up and the opening strains of Country In Ya. She was listening. She knew when he wanted her. She was counting it down. When the heavier beat started she started strutting toward him. She made it to him as he started the chorus. He pulled her up against him and was grinding on her as he was singing. She pushed him away and went to the speaker box away from him. He sang as she danced on the speaker.

"Damn girl" he sang. She jumped of the speaker box striding towards him. The next line was "Come here let me tell you something." He was singing directly to her. She was using him like a pole. She dropped down then came back up grinding against his body. She was swaying side to side. He grabbed her and sat her on the tailgate. He was still singing. She kicked her boots off and climbed up in the truck. Chase sang as he watched her work her body in circles. When the song was over. He grabbed her off the truck and hit the wings. She saw Brantley's image come up on the jumbotron.

"Fuckin hell" said Chase "Every guy in that place is hard as rock. Where'd you learn to dance like that."

"Cardio strip tease" answered Addi "Plus years of dance. So dirty magazines and stripping"

"Hush Addi" said Tori Lynn catching her breath. "What's next?"

"Me" called Cole "Ready we are gonna get in that truck and do Let Me See You."

"Love that one."

Cole was singing watching her turn in circles. He sang. She danced everywhere. Periodically working her body against Cole. It was a quick. She didn't have a chance to get down before Sam launched into Leave the Night On. He was all over her. They moved all over the truck her singing along with him. As soon as it was over Sam reintroduced Colby.
"Y'all ready to see her sing" asked Sam. The crowd roared. "Gonna slow it down. Here they are Neon Cathedral."

Tori Lynn was center stage. Colby playing guitar to her left. She began the song and the crowd was swaying along. As she sang she worked the stage. She prayed the crowd was enjoying it. She was so into the song she didn't notice Chase until he wrapped his arms around her. She glanced over her shoulder at him then turned them sideways as she started the part where she was singing to a guy. It was perfect. She wishing Bodie could have seen it. When she hit the final note. Everyone cheered.

The crowd was still loud as the opening strains of Ride. She and Chase were face to face singing. She hit every note. When the song was over Chase said his good byes. "You heard them before anyone else. Neon Cathedral. Thank you all we love you guys."
He then threw it back to FGL for Cruise.

"Fuck" said Sam "We need you ep so we can tour. No one gives a fuck about a bunch of dudes. Sorry Colby."

She was still hugging Colby. Addi came over and joined them.

"I'd lay low the next few days. I am pretty sure people are googling you now." said Cole.

Tori Lynn hugged all the boys. A stage hand brought her boots to her. She couldn't believe it. It was surreal. Addi handed her the phone. Her twitter and instagram were blowing up. It was insane.

"Let's hit the town. There are parties everywhere." said Chase.

After a few hours of watching the boys and Addi drink. Chase got them a cab to the apartment. She had been dancing with all the guys. They were amazed that she didn't drink. But took it in stride. Before climbing into the cab she kissed Chase on the cheek.

"You sure it's serious Uturn" asked Chase pulling her against him. She nodded. "Damn. You have my number if you change your mind. Plus we have to get to work. I'll call you on Monday."

"Thanks Chase." She gave him another squeeze before she got in. She glanced at her phone it was after 1:30 am. She fired off a text to Neal.

TL: be home in 10 minutes. If you answer this I will FaceTime. If not I'll text when I get home.

Colby and Addi were both drunk. She laughed. If you saw them you would think they were a couple. "Addi is staying the night" said Colby "We are celebrating our break. She can sleep with me."

"Cuddles" said Addi climbing on Colby. They all burst out laughing. Tori Lynn smiled when her phone chirped.

Neal: Always up for you. See you in a few.
TL: Give me 5.

Once in the apartment Colby and Addi headed to bed. She needed to offer Addi the extra room after she talked to Richie. He knew about Colby. He was happy she wasn't alone. She quickly wiped off her make up and changed into Neal's shirt. She climbed in her bed and started FaceTime.

"You were fucking amazing" said Neal smiling. He had obviously been asleep. He was tangled up in the sheets. He had put the iPad on the other pillow. His hair was a damn mess. "The entire crowd loved you babe. I sent it to Pauly and Geno. So proud."

"Thanks Neal" she replied "Wish you, Richie, and Bodie were there. Would have been perfect."

"I'll walk the carpet with you next year."

"Don't jinx me." said Tori Lynn. She yawned.

"Go to bed. I will call you after morning skate." He laughed when she shook her head. "Yes. Bed. I need to rested up for me."

"Night Neal"

"Good night babe." he answered "Can't wait to be fucking home."

"I want you here too. See you Saturday." she replied. Shit she accidentally said Saturday.

"It will be late probably Sunday before I make it. I still think you should be in my bed."

"Maybe" she said glad he assumed she was confused. She wanted to surprise him. "Bye Jamie." She was asleep almost as soon as she hit her pillow.

Notes

A/N I promise they will be back in the same room next chapter.