They return

You're in your living room and you notice a commotion outside the door. It sounds like ... a couple of male voices and a woman but it's hard to understand what's being said. And that's when you remember.

" The guys ... were supposed to come back ... today!" You think to yourself happily.

It's been a rough week, and a rather lonely one for you. Alone in a new city living a new life ... some friendly faces would be a welcome addition. There is nothing better than share a house with people that you like.

You walk over to the door and open it up for them. Scarlet is here, Erick and Eddie next to her, struggling to get their luggage up the stairs. You may have been hoping for familiar faces, but Eddie and Erick look...different.

Each of them used to dress more punk rock with a twist of fun rebel. You'd playfully play and curse at each other all the time. But it was always friendly and never really intended to hurt anyone. Erick's hair is styled more in an Emo fashion, the lip piercing and disinterested look to him makes you wonder if is the same person. Eddie's face used to be rounder and brighter. But now he looks like a meth addict for months. Before you really get a chance to process this Scarlet looks over and greets you.

" Kelly. " Scarlet says happily as she walks in ahead of the guys.

"H Kelly!" Erick says to you in a friendly manner while struggling to carry his bags and his bass in though the doorway.

"He still sounds like the old Erick at least." You think to yourself. Reassured that it's still really them. Eddie, however just brushes past you without a word.

"Eddie, it's great to see you..." You say to him

"I need to unpack." Eddie says dragging his things behind him. You turn to Scarlet to get to the bottom of what's going on.

"They're ... completely new people. You didn't ... ?" You ask hesitantly. Scarlet smiles and almost laughs understanding that you really think she has magic powers.

" Fashion and style are important, Kelly. The punk rock look is dead. We update their style a little. Eddie was a bit overweight so we're having him do ... one of those Hollywood style cleansing diets. As you can see ... its works, but he's hungry and grumpy. Just between you and me ... he spent half the retreat on the toilet too."

"He looks like he's a meth addict now." You say to her pointedly.

"He lost a lot of weight in his face. Once he starts eating normally he should look better. And I've got some big news for you."

"Tell me all. " You reply amazed at how Scarlet can change the subject of a conversation on a dime.

"We've booked practice time for your band in our studio over in Manhattan. You'll need to be there every Tuesday and Thursday between 3PM and 5PM. and practice for a couple of hours. The company is paying for this so it's extremely important you make these. If you fail to do so too often you'll risk invalidating our contract. Do you undestand ?" Scarlet asks in a serious tone.

You're not used to hearing Scarlet talk to you so seriously. But makes sense. You're an unknown amateur band that's had zero success. If you're not going to take this seriously, what reason would the record company have to pay money to support and to keep you guys around.

"Understood" You reply to her. Scarlet's tone softens a bit.

"Excellent. I expect fantastic things from you all. I need to make my report to my superiors so I'll be taking my leave from you all. Let me know if you need anything." Scarlet says as she hugs you before heading out the door, leaving you thinking who could be the superiors for such a "powerful" being.

You wave goodbye to her as she exits. You're feeling a bit warm. Unconsciously your hand feels for your left breast and you can feel that your nipples are hard though your shirt, and wonder if the boys saw it. You suddenly realize what you're doing.

"Her magic has that effect on me." You think, trying to calm yourself down. But with her gone you start going about your day.

You change your clothes in the back room and begin your shift as a waitress. Nothing special happens. As you walk outside you glance at the park and consider to run a little, but then you remember your conversation with Scarlet, and run to your home.

You sit down and pull out your acoustic guitar to start practicing for a couple of hours. You feel like you have the hang of things again, but if you really want to put on some good performances you'll need a lot more practice. (lv30 required).

You're so hot at this point ... you can't resist the urge to get some release. You rub a quick one out to release some frustration, wondering about if your landlord could help with you. Once finished you feel a bit better.