Awake

Jane sits back in her car, trying to figure out what the hell she has been doing with her life all these years. Now it made more sense, she was now up and aware he has been using her and taking advantage of her all these years. But it all came to an end and the end was near and she was seeing it. 

She hits the engine and drives off, she is followed by Miles's secretary which she isn't aware of. Every news outlet in the country and abroad is broadcasting about the Galaxy ARTs festival. It is seen as a celebration to bring forth new gems in the industry and to make them known nationwide and internationally. 

This was looked upon by so many D-list models and Leslie was no exception. She could not afford to miss out on the chance of becoming a B-list model or being acknowledged as one. Dave sits close to Leslie trying to south out her pain. He is more relaxed, unaware of the dangers which were to happen in a couple of hours. 

Jane has always given him everything he has asked of her in the past, and he knew without a doubt she would do the same. Yes, it wasn't the first time they were doing the swap, Jane has done it countless times and thought it was for not just her fiance but her best friend. Jane placed a call to her agent, Pamela was so furious at what they were making her do. She saw no reason why Jane should have to do such over and over again.

 “An Alist model representing a Dlist model, or better still a B list model? Jane, haven't you got enough? Why are you still quiet about everything they are making you do? I know you two are engaged and it is not in my place to lecture you on such but I just can't help it. If she is hurt then they should say so, why lie?”  J

Jane sighed jokingly at the reaction her manager was giving her over the phone. She has always been a straight-up person and this was one reason Dave did not like her and only accommodated her because she was her manager.

 “Pami. it's okay, you don't have to worry and this will be the very last time, I have already agreed and there is no turning back now.” Pamela did not understand why Jane felt obligated to do just as Dave wanted. She knew for a fact without a doubt Dave was not the right man for her Model but she could not help the situation since Jane was so much in love with him and they were planning a wedding.

 “Oh, by the way, aren't you supposed to be flying out for your honeymoon? Why is your husband making his new bride substitute for staff on her special night? Jane chuckled. Her laugh had a hint of pain and remorse in it, it carried a scent of regret which did not last for long. 

“The marriage is on hold, let's focus on the deal at hand. I will be there in a couple of minutes or maybe half an hour, please get the team ready. I will be working with her team and since it's not the first time, I still want you to brief them about my allergies for it won't be funny if mistakes are made "

"Sure, drive safely sweetie” Jane hangs the call. Pamela has always felt the need to stand up to her, but due to her fiance being the CEO of the company, she was looked down upon when she resigned from the industry. It is funny to say, she was made to do menial things while her model was no longer the breadwinner and face of Davious Entertainment. 

Miles's secretary could not tell what was off, with his boss's wife. He knew she was no longer a model and had stayed away from public gatherings but today she was driving to the location of the Galaxy Arts show. This was something interesting and he reported back as soon as the boss picked up the call.

Everything was moving as planned while Leslie lay in bed, all beautiful waiting to receive her award. She knew for a fact she was to be crowned queen that very night and no one was going to take her crown away from her. The glory and fame were getting to her head. Her thoughts are disrupted by the incoming call from her manager.

 “Nath, was it again? You have called me not less than 100 times today and I no longer find it funny, can't you handle a little thing without Dave and me around?” Nathan Wilbert knew better than to be angry with Leslie, he has been managing her since she got into the industry and knew for a fact she could be extreme at times. She wasn't just one of his models but also a friend and he loved her very much to do as she pleased.

 “Les can you please calm down, you know I get nervous when you have swapped, yeah it is the first time but Jane is not as easy going as you are. Please can you remind me of her allergies? The makeup artists are all here and she will be arriving very soon so we can begin, time is already ahead of us” Leslie sighs in defeat, she wishes she can scold him even more but that will have to be after the event.

 “Make sure nothing near to mint flavor is in the makeup, and berries too. I don't know which berry precisely and Dave just stepped out but just exclude berries as of all, so we all be on the safe side”

 “Okay Les, I will do just that, now get some rest and I will see you after the show” Leslie did not wait for him to finish when she hung up the call on him. Nathan has always known her to be of a reckless type and a character with very little or no brains. 

He has had his share of playing with her and she has proved to be very gullible. The father of one who is newly wedded is devious and manipulative. Jane walked into the small room where the artists and Leslie’s manager were all waiting for her. She takes a quick glance as expected it was nothing up to the standards her dressing room was back in her time. 

“Miss Jane, please do feel at ease, Dave has provided a mask for you and this is the clothing you will be presenting in the show. Originally it was to be a dress with a high-end slit but since the difference between you and Leslie is your legs, we chose a ball gown and I know it will look even better on you than the previously chosen dress”

 Nathan has always loved Jane, for she was not only an easy going personality but she knew just what she wanted and went for it at the very right time. It will be a bonus marrying such a woman, how he envied Dave was only known to him.

 “Okay, Pami will do the rest while you can wait outside.” Pamela was not good with makeup but she did not refuse, the others left the two in the room, Pamela turned  to Jane not sure if she was going to act according to the rules.

 “Did you bring it?” jane asks as soon as they are alone. “Yes I did, I don't see why you want it here when it is not what you are  to be wearing” Jane smugly said and it took just a cunning smile for Pamila to understand the assignment.

 “We aren't going according to their will are we?” she asks all jovial and happy, she was ready for a show and has long waited for Jane to make up her mind. “Get ready for when you are about to get busy again.”