The Return Of Write Your Own Lincoln Heights Epsiodes pg. 41
Posted by americana876 on Thursday, August 13, 2009
Pick up from pg. 40
"Can we have this conversation later? I'm really tired...." Marla sighed.
"Tired? That's a good thing! That means you must've had an eventful date!" Dana observed.
"We ate, we drank, we talked, we danced. That's about it," Marla told her.
"I see......and how were your dance moves?" she inquired.
"We got a standing O from the crowd," Marla bragged.
"That's my girl!!" Dana praised her smiling. "And the romance? What about the romance?" she asked.
"Uh........he's very romantic," Marla said quietly as she poured herself a cup of coffee.
"Oh come on now, Marla! You can do better than that!!!" Dana pressed her.
"I told you Dana, I'm tired," Marla explained.
"Well what time did you get in last night?" Dana asked, annoyed that she was getting any details.
Marla stayed quiet.
"AHEM!!!" Dana cleared her throat. "I SAID---"
"I heard you the first time," Marla interrupted.
"Well???"
Marla let out a heavy sigh. "Dana, I don't have to tell you EVERYTHING."
Dana's mouth dropped opened as she quickly put two and two together. "MARLA!!! You didn't come home last night????
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"You catch on quick!!!" said Marla.
"Oooooh Marla you are so nasty." laughed Dana
"Will you keep it down. It's bad enough I have to explain myself to Charles and Cassie. But I don't want the whole world to know." snapped Marla."
"Whatever!!! Was he atleast a gentleman?" laughed Dana.
"Yes he was and stop laughing." annoyed Marla.
"I can't help it. Who would've thought that Mrs. Antoni got a little freak in her." laughed Dana.
""You're not going to leave this alone are you?" asked Marla.
"Hell no!! You know I have to talk about you." laughed Dana.
Soon Eddie walked in.
"Morning ladies." said Eddie.
"One word and you die." said Marla.
"My lips are sealed." said Dana.
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Eddie walked over to the coffee maker and poured himself a cup.
"So, Dana, how did you sleep last night?" he asked.
"Like a baby," she said. "Why?"
"It's our big day today and I want to make sure you're up for the task," he replied.
"Oh, yeah. That!"
Marla looked puzzled. "Big day? What are you two talking about?"
"Do I have to tell you EVERYTHING?" Dana asked, imitating Marla.
Marla was even more confused. "I don't know what's going on here, but I'm too tired to even TRY to figure it out," she admitted.
"Well don't worry, it's not what you THINK," Dana assured her. "But it's private."
"Fine. I'm not like you, Dana. I know how to mind my own business," Marla replied.
Eddie chuckled. "What WOMAN knows how to mind her own business?" he remarked.
"Eddie Sutton! Don't tell me you're a male chauvanist now!" Dana scolded him.
"No but I'm a REALIST. And realistically, what woman knows how to mind her own business?" he repeated.
Marla got up from the table. "Okay, that's my cue to get out of here," she said. "I'm the babysitter today."
"Later Marla," Dana said as Marla left the kitchen.
"No hard feelings, Marla!" Eddie shouted.
"So Eddie, you really think all women are busybodies?" Dana asked.
"More or less, yeah," he replied. "But we've got bigger fish to fry, Dana. You know what you're supposed to do with Kingston, right?" he asked, changing the subject.
Dana sighed. "Yes, Eddie......for the one thousandth time --- YES. And what time is this gonna go down?"
"As soon as Lund and Powell get the surveillance equipment set up near Kingston's house. So you'd better start getting ready. That way when they call me, we can just get going," he suggested.
Dana got up and put her cereal bowl in the sink.
"Okay, I'm going to take a shower now. And you make sure that while I'm in the shower YOU mind YOUR own business---if you know what I mean!" she told him as she mushed him playfully in the head.
"I always mind my business," he replied.
"Yeah right, Eddie! Tell it to the marines...." Dana muttered as she walked out.
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Meanwhile at back at the Rev. everyone was arrived and was getting ready for the last day of rehearsal. Everything is going well until Rev. Kingston and a group of MJ haters carrying picket signs arrived the Rev.
"Robin will better come and look at this. I think we got trouble." said Lulu looking out the window.
"Now what's going on." annoyed Robin.
Robin looked out the window and saw what was going on.
"I don't believe this. Lulu take Lizzie and the others kids to the back." said Robin.
"Robin you're not going to start trouble are you?" worried Lulu.
"No but I can handle this." said Robin.
"Be careful Robin." said Lulu as she kissed Robin.
So Robin went out to talk to Kingston.
"Hey Kingston!!!" said Robin.
"Robin!!!" said Kingston.
"So whatsup!! Where's your son Devin? He's late!!" said Robin.
"He can't make it." said Kingston.
"Why not?" confused Robin.
"He hurt himself falling down the stairs. I have told about running up and down the stairs." said Kingston.
"Gee that's too bad I was really looking forward to hear perform Dirty Diana. So what is up with all these people?" said Robin
"You know what this is about. It's about this tributefor MJ." said Kingston.
"This is going to be spectactular. You all are invited to come if you want." said Robin.
"I don't want to come this show. Matter we don't wantyou kids to do tribute tomorrow. I want you to cancel it." said Kingston.
"I can't do that. I would have disappoint alot of of people in the community not to mention alot of MJ fans." said Robin.
"Robin that man you are paying tribute to is troubled and infamous for many of things." said Kingston.
"With all do respect sir we are not focusing on the negative and the rumors that surrounded around MJ. We are focusing on his his, music, legacy, and the great things he has done." said Robin.
"And we are celebrating him as a human being." said Lulu.
The pickett people started to get restless.
"Calm down everyone please. Robin think what you are doing. You are celebrating a pedophile." said Kingston.
"No I'm not. I'm supporting Michael Jackson." said Robin.
Things starting to get heated.
"Alright fine he's not a child molestor but come on MJ is a drug addict and he even admitted it himself in the past that he was addicted to pain killers. Do you realize if you do the tribute you just encourage alot of people that it is okay to use drugs. That's like Jaime Spears posing in a magazine holding a baby saying okay for teenage girls to get pregnant. For the sake of others cancel the show or there will be a fight on your hands." arned Kingston.
"Look I don't see what Brittany Spears kid sister have to do with MJ. Look I understand you have your opinion and views about MJ. You are entitled to your opinion. Everyobody has a different opinion and they are entitled to it. But you don't have the right force us to cancel a tribute because of you narrow minded uneducated opinion about someone. If you don't MJ that's fine. If you don't want to come to the tribute that's fine too youand those people don't have to come. But those people in there including myself worked hard to put this tribute and there will be alot of people coming tomorrow. I am cancelling this show for you or these ignorant MJ haters standing holding narrow minded pickett signs. And unless you have the facts don't go around judging other people." said Robin.
Everyone inside the Rev. was cheering Robin on.
"Robin are making a greave mistake." said Kingston.
Soon a group of cars and trucks drove by.
"What the hell is going?" asked one of the pickett people.
Soon Kevin Lund came out of the car.
"Is there a problem?" asked Lund.
"Robin what is the meaning of this?"shocked Kingston.
"You see Kingston you fail to realize I'm the new owner of the Rev. and some of this property belongs to me. Yesterday someone threw a rock through the window threaten to cancel the show. So I was able to talk to couple of cops to have someone to come here because I don't anymore trouble and that includes people with pickett signs. So bascially you are on my property and you have no say in this." said Robin.
"What!?!?" shocked Kingston.
"He's right Kingston you trespassing on his turf so If you and your crew don't want to go to jail I suggest you leave." said Lund.
Kingston finally retreated.
"Lets go everybody!!" said Kingston.
All the MJ haters was shocked and disappointed.
"Are you deaf? I said lets go." said Kingston disappointed.
Everyone drop their pickett signs in disgust.
"This isn't over by a long shot Robin. You are going to wish that you would've cancel the show." said Kingston.
"That's move it Rev before I booked you." said Lund pushing Kingston.
"Thanks Officer Lund." said Robin.
"Anytime, don't worry those police will be here to an eye on things just in case there's anymore trouble." said Lund.
"Cool!" said Robin.
"I told my dad will come in handy." said Sage.
"Yeah yeah and thanks for talking to your dad." said Robin.
"Just don't say I never did anything nice for you." said Sage.
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Right after the crowd outside dispersed, Charles, Cassie, Lizzie, Tay and Jeron arrived.
"Hey guys!" Lulu greeted them. "You just missed a big demonstration outside! Reverand KIngston had a bunch of protestors with him trying to shut down the show!"
"So what happened? Where are they?"
"Sage's dad showed up and made them get off of Robin's property. You should've seen Kingston's face! It was priceless!" Lulu gossiped.
"Good for him---that dog! I still remember how he grabbed my mom's butt at the prom and started fighting with my Dad!" Cassie fumed.
"Yeah well try to forget all of that Cassie. Anyway, we're wasting time here. We've gotta rehearse," Charles said.
"And you guys have to try on your costumes!" Lulu told Jeron, Tay and Lizzie.
"They're ready?!" Lizzie asked excitedly.
"Yes, Miss Monica sewed all through the night! She's amazing!" Lulu replied.
"Well what are we waiting for? Let's go!" Lizzie said, following Lulu.
As they went to the back where the costumes were, Robin walked by.
"Good morning, Robin!" Lizzie greeted him.
"Hey shorty! I'm glad you made it!"
"Boo, Cassie and Charles are up in the front. I'm taking these three to try on their costumes," Lulu explained.
"Okay. I guess I'll say hi to Cassie," he decided.
"Be careful!" Lizzie warned.
Robin grinned. "Don't worry. We're cool now," he informed her.
"Well you never know with Cassie....." Lizzie remarked as she walked away with Lulu and the boys.
Robin looked around and saw Chassie up in the front talking. Oh well, here goes nothing, he thought to himself as he approached them.
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"Hey Cassie!!" greeted Robin.
"Hey!!" surprised Cassie.
"Hey I heard a group of protestors tried to shut down the Rev." said Charles.
"Yeah but I got rid of them...with a little police help." said Robin.
"Well I'm glad you used your head this time." said Cassie.
"Yeah Kingston is such a wimp." said Robin.
"You just finding that out." laughed Cassie.
"I'm glad that is all over." said Charles.
"Charles can I speak with Robin alone?" asked Cassie.
"Do I have a choice?" asked Charles.
"No but here's something to let you know that I love you." said Cassie as she kissed Charles.
"Alright you have 10 minutes. Robin I got my eye on you." said Charles.
"Oooooh I'm shaking in my pants!!" said Robin sarcasticly,
"Robin just to let you know I got your message and I'm really sorry that I snapped at you yesterday. I didn't realize I have hurt you this badly." said Cassie.
"Yeah I just want us to be friends again Cassie that's all." said Robin.
"I want us to be friends too. But I'm still hurt about the way you treated me. Maybe when I'm feeling better we can friends again." said Cassie.
"I hope so but don't I'll stay out your way." said Robin.
"Thanks Robin." said Cassie.
"10 minutes is up." said Charles.
"10 minutes it's barely five minutes. Chuck needs to work on histime estimation." said Robin.
"You have been hanging with Lizzie way too long." laughed Cassie.
"Hey the kid adores me." said Robin.
"Just remember tha'st still my little sister." said Cassie.
"Don't worry Lizzie knows this anyway I think she got Jeron on the brain." said Robin.
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Meanwhile, Lizzie is trying on her costume with Lulu's help.
"It fits me perfect! I wish Kendra would hurry up and get here so she can try hers on too!" Lizzie said, excited.
"Actually, it's a good thing she's not here yet," Lulu replied with a sneaky grin.
"Why do you say that?" Lizzie asked, puzzled.
"Because DUMMY this is your chance to get her out of the way! She's the ENEMY, remember? She's moving in on your man, remember?"
"Yeah, but I'm still not getting you," Lizzie admitted clueless.
"OMG, Lizzie, you are so innocent it's pathetic! Listen up---if you can do something to publicly humiliate Kendra, she'lll never want to show her face again around Jeron and then you won't have anything to worry about. Soooooo....since she's not here, we can loosen the stitches in her costume. She'll try it on, and it'll fit fine like yours does I'm sure. But on the night of the actual show, when she performs in the costume, it'll start coming apart while you guys are on stage and by the end of the number, it will be falling off of her and she'll run off the stage looking stupid. The perfect crime!" Lulu schemed.
Lizzie thought about the plan for awhile. "I dunno, Lulu......It sounds mean...." she finally concluded.
"Psssssshhh! It sounds BRILIIANT! This is the chance you've been waiting for Lizzie! Don't blow it! Now get the scissors out of the drawer and let's start cutting some of these stitches!" Lulu ordered.
Slowly, Lizzie walked over to Monica's drawer and got out the scissors.
"Lulu, how could you be so nice and so mean at the same time?" Lizzie asked as she handed a pair to Lulu.
"It's a gift, girl. Hopefully one day you'll develop it too," Lulu replied as she carefully started clipping the threads.
Lizzie stood and watched her, frozen.
"Girl, you better get to cutting and right now!" Lulu demanded. "You'll thank me for this one day."
Lizzie sighed and nervously started clipping as well.
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Meanwhile Robin was trying on his new custome.
"Hey sweet this is custome MJ on his last reheasal and it fit perfectly too." said Robin (check out the link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LC0COIRzhbA&feature=fvw).
"Yeah now try on the smooth criminal outfit on." said Monica.
Robin put on the outfit.
"Wow you look sexy. You definitely look like MJ." said female singer.
"Thanks" said Robin.
"You really did an excenllent job on these outfits." said one of the dancers.
"My mom is a professional."said Robin.
"I wouldn't say that but yeah I am." said Monica.
"Wow I can't wait to impressed Cassie when I performed." said Robin.
Soon the choreaographer arrived.
"Hey everyone. You all look great. I can tell everyone is ready for tomorrow." said Choreaographer.
"We sure are." said The Dancers.
"Anyway sorry I was late...but I'm ready did I missed anything?" he asked.
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(nice song. thanks for the link batman642)
"You've gotta try your costume on!" Monica told him as she pushed him to the back dressing room.
"Say what? It's done?" he asked, totally surprised.
"They're ALL done! I told you I mean business!" she answered.
"I'm VERY impressed," he said as she held it up and showed it to him.
"Here, take it and try it on," she told him as she handed it to him.
"Well.................okay......" he said hesitating a bit.
When Monica didn't leave the room, he started to drop his pants.
"OH!!!! Wait!!! Let me give you your privacy!!!" she said, embarrassed, as she quickly turned around and left the room.
Amused at her reaction, he chuckled as he continued undressing. "Yeah, she loves me," he said to himself confidently.
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"You haven't forgot about our date this afternoon?" asked Choreaographer.
"Of course not it's still on." said Monica.
"Cool I can't wait. I hope Robin is okay with this." said The choreographer.
"I'm sure he doesn't mind. Anyway my son is not the boss of me. I am his mother. I raised him he didn't raised me." said Monica.
"This day will turn out to be good after all." said The choregrapher.
While everyone was trying on their costumes. Devin came in unexpectedly.
"Devin?" shocked Robin.
"Sorry I'm late." said Devin coming in all bruised up.
"OMG what happened to you?" shocked Cassie.
"I fell off a tree." said Devin.
"Funny your dad was here earlier saying you fell down the stairs." said Robin suspiciously.
"I did that too." said Devin.
"Devin I don't think it's a good idea for you to come." said Cassie.
"Look I want to do this tribute. My dad doesn't run my life." snapped Devin.
"Alright but are you sure you up to it?" concerned Robin.
"Robin I made a commitment and sticking to it." said Devin.
"Okay look I'm happy that you came but just to make it clear you don't have to keep secrets from us is your dad beating you?" asked Robin.
"LOOK NOTHING HAPPENED ALRIGHT?!? CAN I REHEARSE PLEASE?" snapped Devin.
"Sure my more has already finished making the costumes. Go to the back and try them on." said Robin.
"Okay thanks." said Devin.
Robin and Cassie both watched as Devin went to the back.
"His father been beating him. I just know it." said Robin.
"How do you know?" asked Cassie.
"Let just say I've been in that situation with my dad. Especially when he was beating on my mom." said Robin as walked away.
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Monica was in the dressing room when Devin walked in and she gasped when she saw his bruised legs.
"I'm okay, I'm okay......I fell," he said trying to put her at ease.
"Some fall!!" she remarked, shaken.
"Anyway, they said I have to come back here for my costume," Devin said, changing the subject. "Dirty Diana."
"Oh.....right......" Monica said as she looked through the clothing rack. "Here you go," she said handing it to him.
"Thanks."
There was an awkward silence for awhile as the two of them just stood in the dressing room.
Finally, Monica decided to take a chance.
"You know," she started, "when my son was your age, he had alot of problems getting along with his father."
Devin couldn't believe what he was hearing. "Word?"
Monica nodded. "My ex husband used to beat Robin. And me."
"You???"
Monica nodded again. "And we used to have bruises on us. Just like the ones you have on you."
Devin looked embarrassed. "But I fell," he insisted.
Monica put her hand on his shoulder in a motherly way. "And we used to lie about our bruises too."
"My dad is a Reverand---a man of God!" Devin said, getting defensive.
"I know. He preached at my husband's funeral. And back then, I heard some strange things about him that I didn't want to believe because he seemed so nice. But after seeing your bruises, Devin, I'm not too sure anymore..." she said sadly.
"I've gotta put this costume on," Devin said, uncomfortable with the conversation.
Monica sighed. "I'll get out. But if you ever need to talk, I'm here and so is Robin. Maybe you'd feel better talking to him."
"Yeah, yeah, sure. I've really gotta try this on now," he hinted as he opened the door for her to leave.
As she stepped out of the door she almost collided head on with Robin who was just about to knock.
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"Hey Robin I just gave Devin his costume." said Monica.
"Yeah and i suspect you saw those bruises on his leg?" asked Robin.
"Saw it? That boy is bruised all over. He's not fooling anybody. His father been beating on him." said Monica.
"Shouldn't we called the cops?" asked Robin.
"No no if we do that it'll be his words against ours. Unless he wants to be help the best thing to do is to stay out of it." said Monica.
"Mom that's crazy!!! He's lucky his dad didn't put him in the hospital. We have to do something." said Robin.
"Best thing for you do now is let him be for now. When the time is right we'll talk to him." said Monica.
"I hope you're right mom." said Robin.
Meanwhile Cassie was waiting on Charles to come out with his outfit on.
"Charles hurry up." said Cassie.
"I coming beautiful." said Charles.
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(Candygwen did you see the message I wrote about Character Question?)
(yes, thank you very much for the answer, batman642 and also the mj link from b4!!!)
"Oh Charles, you look so fiiiiiiine!" Cassie exclaimed when he finally came out of the dressing room.
"Are you sure I look okay? I'm not that into suits," he said worried.
"Believe me, Charles, you wear it well. I'm so proud of you and you haven't even performed yet!" she gushed.
"Thanks for saying that, Cassie."
"I'm not just saying it, Charles. I MEAN it. I'm proud of you and I love you," she said as she kissed him.
He kissed her back, happy that no one was around to interrupt them.
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(No problem Candygwen)
Meanwhile back at Marla's house Eddie and Dana was waiting on Lund and Powell to arrived.
"What is taking them so long?" asked Eddie impatiently.
"Relax Eddie they will be here. They probably taking care of some police work." said Dana.
"Well this is more important." said Eddie.
"Relax everything is going to be alright." said Dana as she patted Eddie's back.
"Dana I wish I can talk you out of this. I still think this is way too dangerous." said Eddie.
"Eddie I can take care of myself. You just make you and your boys have my back. Because I'm carrying a can of mase if something goes wrong." said Dana.
"Same old Dana. Girl you have not change a bit." said Eddie.
"You know it." said Dana.
Soon Lund and Powell finally arrived.
"You two are late." said Eddie.
"Sorry we have to take care of a little situation at the Rev." said Lund.
"What's going on over there now?" asked Eddie.
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(Batman642, thanks for the pic of Teri Hatcher. She makes a great Monica. We also had picked a Mike, but we never picked anyone for Bill. Any ideas?)
"Kingston was at it again. This time he had a crowd of protestors picketing! You should've seen the look on his face when Robin told him he was trespassing on his property!" Lund laughed.
"Wow, he's just digging his own grave deeper and deeper," Eddie remarked.
"Good! That'll make our job even easier!" Powell replied.
"So guys are we ready to get over there now?" Dana asked anxiously.
"Yeah, everything's set up in a van on Kingston's street. We've just gotta get you over there Dana. By the way, you look real nice. Reall business-like---just like someone working for Child Welfare," Lund complimented her.
"Thanks! I borrowed this suit from my girl, Marla. Lord knows I don't dress this way! But she's got all kinds of clothes in those closets of hers!"
"Well thank goodness for that. And thank goodness you two are about the same size!" Eddie said.
Then Jenn came down the stairs.
"Hey Kevin! Hey Powell! Looks like Operation Scooby Doo is getting ready to begin!" she joked.
"Keep your fingers crossed for us, babe," Eddie told her as he gave her a squeeze.
"I wish I could go along," she said hopefully.
"Absolutely not! I'll keep you informed, but no way are you going over there too," Eddie told her.
"But I could stay in the truck with you guys while Dana goes inside...." she whined.
"Jenn! Do I go into the operating room with you?" he asked.
"Okay, okay, you've got a point," she said giving in.
"Come on, we've gotta get going while Kingston is still at home brooding over his botched protest!" Lund said.
Jenn walked them all to the front door and watched as they headed for their cars. "Be careful!" she said waving goodbye.
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(No problem Candygwen. I don't have any ideas which character to play Bill yet unless you have an idea. Anyway post the pic of Mike while I find a pic of Bill and Giselle.)
Meanwhile back at the Rev. Sage & Danny was rehearsing their number until Danny cell phone rang.
"We better take five." said Danny.
"But Danny we just got started." said Sage.
"I know but we haven't got our costumes yet. We have to be prepared. Will you go get them for me please?" begged Danny.
"Anything for you." said Sage as she and Danny kissed.
Danny picked up the phone and it was Giselle.
"Giselle what are you doing calling here? I'm at a meeting." lied Danny.
"Danny I missed you. I haven't heard from you in the past few days." whined Giselle.
"Oh baby I'm sorry but I've been quite busy quite as of late. You know important business stuff." said Danny lying through his teeth.
"Doing what?" asked Giselle.
"Ummm helping Robin how to run the Rev finacially. He needs learn how to operate the place." said Danny.
"Danny are you sure you telling me the truth?" worried Giselle.
"Baby you know I will never lied to you. I always been honest with you. You are the only girl for me. And after all this is over I will come over and give you some hot sweet loving." said Danny.
"Danny I love it when you talk dirty." said Giselle.
"Well got to go. Love you." said Danny.
"Love you too." said Giselle.
"Whew that was a close call." relieved Danny.
"Oh Giselle you the only one for me." teased Tay as he overheard Danny's convosation.
"What the hell are you doing hell you sick freak?" snapped Danny.
"I came here to rehearse a number. I can still see you playing my girl Sage for a fool." said Tay.
"She's not your girl Tay." laughed Danny.
"And she won't be your girl either once she finds out you've been messing around with someone else." said Tay.
"If you do I'll kill you skinny ass punked." snapped Danny.
"Man please Sage woulldn't believe even if I try but I will say this you keep on doing what you're doing and you will eventually get caught. mark my words."said Tay leaving.
Soon Sage returned with the outfits.
"What werer you and Tay talking about?" asked Sage.
"Nothing he still gots the hots for you and he keeps telling me to back off." lied Danny.
"That's it this has gone far enough. I am going to have a talk with that boy." said Sage.
"Hey don't waste your energy on that kid he's not worth it. Lets just concetrate on us." said Danny.
"Okay." said Sage.
Meanwhile Eddie and the others arrived at Kingston home.
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"You ready Dana? Operation Scooby Doo in full effect?" Eddie asked speaking to Dana by way of a hidden microphone.
"I'm ready and I hear you loud and clear. Can you see me?" Dana whispered into her chest where the mic was hidden.
"Yes I see you walking up to his front door. But remember--once you get inside I can't see what's going on. I'll only be able to hear you," he reminded her.
"Yeah I know Eddie. I'm ringing his doorbell now," she said quietly.
The Reverend answered the door.
"Yes? How can I help you?" he asked respectfully.
"Hello are you the Reverand Kingston? John Kingston?" Dana asked.
"Yes ma'am. And you?"
"My name is Dana Taylor. I'm with Child Welfare. We got a report that a 911 call was made from this address yesterday regarding a possible domestic dispute involving a minor. May I come in to do a follow-up evaluation?" she asked.
The Reverand looked annoyed. "And if I say no? Then what?" he asked.
"I'd advise you to say yes. It would make life much easier, sir," she replied.
He sighed, still annoyed but opened the door wider. "Come in."
"Thank you Mr. Kingston," Dana said, relieved that he didn't raise any argument.
They sat in the livingroom.
"Is the minor present in the home now?"
"No."
"And his name?" Dana asked.
"Devin Kingston. He's my son."
"Where is Devin now?" Dana inquired.
"At some crazy rehearsal for some Michael Jackson show at the Revolution Cafe," he said disgusted.
"Oh yes, I heard about that show. I'm anxious to see it. You mean you're not, Reverand?" she asked playing dumb.
"That's an understatement! I was just there this morning protesting the event. I don't think it should take place at all!"
"Hmm.....Well if you feel that strongly about it, there must be something you can do to stop it. I mean, you're such an influential man in the community," she flattered him.
The Reverand smiled. "Why thank you. And what did you say your name was again?" he asked as he moved closer.
Dana smiled back. "Dana Taylor. May I call you John?" she asked flirtatiously.
"Please do," he agreed.
"John, I can tell that you're not the type of man that would abuse a minor and I feel just terrible that I have to put you through this interrogation," she apologized.
He put his hand on her leg. "Well then don't put me through the interrogation. Let's just talk and get to know each other better," he suggested.
She politely took his hand off of her leg and smiled. "I guess that would be alright. I'll just fill this report out later the way I see fit."
"Good idea, Dana."
"So tell me a little more about why you're against the Tribute, John. It seems like a good idea to me," she said, leading him on.
So the Reverand began venting about why he was against the event as Dana listened, hoping he'd get to the part about trashing Eddie's house.
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(I can't remember the actor's name for Mike, but I know we had picked one out.).
Meanwhile Eddie and Lund where waiing outside in a undercover car as they tried to listen to the bug they planted on Dana.
"I just hope this work Lund. Maybe if we bust the perp I can finally get my job back," said Eddie.
"Yeah, the squad really needs you too, and with Kingston gone I think this city can take a break," said Lund.
"I just hope Devin gets the guts to come to the police and turn in his father," said Eddie watching the horizon.
Meanwhile Devin was in the dressing room trying to cover up his bruises, until Charles walked in.
"Devin?! Are you okay? What happen?" asked Charles as he studed Devin's bruises and cuts.
"Oh hey man...oh this is nothing. I just fell out of a tree while trying to climb it, that's all" said Devin startled as he tried to run out the room.
"Dude its okay, you don't have to lie. I was in that same situation," said Charle, calming Devin's nerves.
"Really?" questioned Devin.
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"Yeah I have a crazy stepfather that used to abused me." said Charles.
"Really? How did you with it? What happened?" asked Devin.
"It's a long story. But my main concern is you. You don't have to lie to us. I know some people that can help you." said Charles.
"I better get ready to practice. I talk to you after rehearsal I promise you." said Devin.
"Alright but don't take too long." said Charles.
"Any luck?" asked Robin.
"No but I think he's coming around. Just give him alittle time." said Charles.
"Go easy on him Charles." said Cassie.
"Don't worry I will." said Charles.
Meanwhile back at Kingston place Eddie and others was listening on everything what Kingston is saying.
"Wow I have to hand it to Dana. She seems to know what she is doing." said Eddie.
"Yeah but we still don't have anything on him yet." said Powell.
"Be patient!!! He'll bound to crack soon." said Eddie.
Meanwhile Kingston was staring at Dana's blouse.
"May I get you some ice water?" offered Kingston.
"Yes please and when you come back I want to hear more about your protest against MJ." said Dana.
"Sure thing." said Kingston.
Kingston got a picture of water and filled with a bunch of ice cubes and he brought it back.
"You look hot and sweaty. Let me rub some ice cube on you so you can cool off." said Kingston with a lustful look.
"No first things first. I want to hear about the protest." said Dana.
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Kingston didn't understand why Dana was so intent on talking about the Tribute and started to get suspicious.
"What do you mean first things first? I thought you were here because of child abuse...." he remarked as he watched her.
"This is true. But like I said, I can tell you're not the abusive type. And I'd much rather talk about Michael Jackson. He was my absolute hero!! And I just can't understand why a nice man like you wouldn't feel the same way about him," Dana continued.
"Hero huh? How about pedophile? How about fag? How about embarrassment to the black race?!" Kingston ranted.
"You've got some strong feelings! Do you go around talking about him like this in public?" she asked.
"Let me tell you something----I ain't scared to express myself in private or in public! I believe in free expression."
"Like what for instance?" she asked, pretending to be puzzled.
"Okay, I'll give you an example. Say for instance someone is involved in this tribute and refuses to back down. Well, I have no problem PERSUADING them to back down."
"Oh you mean like you did this afternoon with the protestors you were telling me about?"
"Not exactly. Sometimes it has to be more PERSONAL," he replied.
"I'm sorry, I'm just not understanding what you mean by that," Dana apologized.
"What I mean is, if I have to scare some sense into someone I will. Maybe by trashing their house, let's say, or threatening their family. You know, like that," he bragged.
"But you're a REVERAND! I don't believe you'd do anything like that---you're pulling my leg!" Dana said.
"Yes I'm a Reverand, but there comes a time when you've gotta fight fire with fire. There's an ex-cop that lives over in Lincoln Heights and you'd better believe I trashed his house because ALL of his kids are into this Tribute crap and he should know better than to have his family involved in something like that."
Outside in the van, Lund, Powell and Eddie all looked at each other astonished.
"We've almost got him. He's just got to mention my name," Eddie told the others.
"Ex-cop? What ex-cop?" Dana asked.
Kingston sat down right next to Dana and got very close. "You sure ask alot of questions," he said.
Dana decided she'd better back off a bit. "I'm sorry. I'm being too personal, right? Tell you what---you ask me some questions," she suggested.
He smiled as he took an ice cube from the pitcher and rubbed it slowly against her neck.
"Here's a question--how does that feel?" he asked.
"John, you have no idea how it feels," she replied with a smile, trying to hide her true feelings.
"Good huh?" he asked as he watched the melting ice trickle down her neck and onto her chest.
"You know I had an old boyfriend who used to do this very same thing to me. It really turned me on back then too," Dana lied.
"Old boyfriend huh?" Kingston repeated.
"Yes. Funny thing----I think he eventually became a cop, but I don't know whatever happened to Eddie," she said as she gave him the bait.
"Eddie?" he asked.
"Yeah. I can't even remember his last name it was such a long time ago--you know, when I was a kid," she explained.
Kingston stayed quiet, thinking.
"But it doesn't matter," Dana continued. "Put some more ice on my neck, will you?" she asked, pretending to really enjoy it.
Kingston put some more ice on her neck and tried to move in even closer. For the sake of the sting, Dana allowed him to do so even though on the inside she wanted to vomit.
"You're such an attractive man, John," she flattered him. "There's no MRS. Kingston?" she asked coyly.
The Reverend backed down at the mention of his wife.
"We're separated. Thanks to the Suttons!" he said bitterly.
"I don't understand," Dana said, hoping to finally get some info out of him.
"The ex-cop I was telling you about---him and his wife turned MY WIFE against me!" he complained.
"And you said his name was.........????"
"Sutton. Eddie Sutton. After what he did to me----helped wreck my marriage and ruin me financially---he deserves everything that happens to him. I saw to it that he lost his job, and he thought he was gonna get back into that house of his, but I put a stop to that too!" Kingston admitted.
"Wow, you really ARE influential, aren't you?" Dana continued flattering him.
Kingston grinned slyly as he rubbed her cheek with the back of his hand.
"Right now, I'd like to influence you," he whispered in her ear. "You are one FINE redbone," he moaned.
"Oh John....." Dana moaned back.
"I want you to come upstairs with me," he said as he got up from the couch.
"So soon?" she asked. "We just met, John," she said as she stayed seated.
The Reverand stood over her and looked annoyed.
"Don't play with me, woman. You wanted me from the time you walked through the front door," he said as he yanked her arm and tried to get her to stand up.
"Ouch!! John you're hurting me!! Stop!!" she said as she angrily yanked her arm back.
Back in the van, Eddie hears whats going on and doesn't like it.
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"Guys we got to go!!! I think Dana is in trouble." panic Eddie.
"Not so fast Sutton she hasn't said the secret code yet." said Powell.
"Are you serious?!?!" angered Eddie.
Meanwhile Dana was trying to fight off Kingston, but he continued grabbed Dana.
"Please let go of me." frightened Dana.
"You no good cunt you tried lead me on to something? Your ass ain't going nowhere until I get what I want." said Kingston.
Then suddenly Kingston tore off Dana's blouse and found out she's been wired.
"You fuckin' whore you tried to set me up?!?!" angered Kingston
Things Kingston smakced Dana and she fell on the floor hard. Dana tried to get up but Kingston pinned her down.
"You fuckin' slut you ain't nothing but a cock teased. You gonna give you what you whores really derserves." said Kingston as he pulled down his pants.
Then Dana kicked Kingston in the family jewels and Kingston screaming like a girl. Then Dana sprayed him with mase and tried to escape. But Kingston grabbed Dana and started tearing off her skirt and tried to ripped of her panties. Dana creaming very loud. Eddie, Lund and Powell heard the noise.
"MAN DAMN THE SECRET CODE I'M GOING IN!!" snapped Eddie.
"Me too!!" said Lund.
"Hey guys wait up." said Powell.
Soon Eddie, Lund and Powell busted in just in time to stop Kingston.
"FREEZE DON"T MOVE!!!" yelled Lund and Powell.
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A few minutes later, a handcuffed and disgraced John Kingston was being led down the walkway of his home to the paddy wagon by Lund and Powell as Dana and Eddie watched from the sidelines, both embarrassed and upset.
"Look at me, Eddie! Look at my clothes! I mean look at MARLA'S CLOTHES!! She's gonna kill me!! Do you know how much this suit cost her?!" Dana fussed, her nerves rattled.
"You're right---you can't go home like this. You'll be arrested for indecent exposure. Tell you what, I'll run upstairs and see if any of Anita Kingston's clothes are still in the closet. Maybe you can put something on," he offered.
"Thanks, Eddie," she said as she stood in the middle of the livingroom with just a torn slip on.
Soon he returned with a dress in his hand. "Here you go," he said as he awkwardly gave it to her.
"Thanks, Eddie," she said as she hurried and put it on. "I can't believe that maniac! He was trying to rape me!"
"Dana, why didn't you use the code word?" Eddie asked, frustrated.
Dana looked embarrassed.
"Dana? Why didn't you?" he asked again.
"Eddie, I was so scared I forgot what it was!" she finally admitted.
Eddie looked at her in disbelief for a few seconds and then burst out in laughter. Dana thought about the situation and soon started laughing herself. Quickly though her laughter turned into crying as reality set in and she began sobbing uncontrollably.
Eddie took her in his arms to comfort her. "Dana, Dana, everything's over and you did a great job," he consoled her.
"Eddie I was TERRIFIED the whole time...." she admitted still sobbing in his arms.
"So? That's okay---it's normal. It means you're HUMAN, Dana. I used to be terrified lots of times when I was a cop on the beat, but I still did a good job, and so did you. And I thank you from the bottom of my heart for what you did. You helped me catch the S.O.B. that trashed my house and that means alot to me."
The two of them stood quietly in Kingston's empty house, still embracing.
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Meanwhile back at Mrs. Antoni's house Jenn came home eraly from work.
"Hey Jenn you home early." said Marla.
"Yeah I decided to take the rest of the weeek off to relax." said Jenn.
"Good you need it. You've been working very hard." said Marla.
"Where Natalie & The twins?" asked Jenn.
"In the kitchen. I fixed them a little snack." said Marla.
"I hope they won't too much trouble." concerned Jenn.
"They were handful but they are angels. A Grandmother does has it benefits." said Marla
Soon Jenn celphone rang and it was Vera.
"Hey Vera." answered Jenn.
"Girl turn on channel 6 you are not going to believe this." laughed Vera.
Jenn turned on the tv and saw Rev. Kingston in his underwear being handcuffed.
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"Oh my Lord......." Jenn remarked. "They actually pulled it off!!"
"Who? What are you talking about, Jenn?" Vera asked.
"Eddie was behind this arrest. Him, Kevin Lund and Dana," she explained.
"Dana! What's she got to do with any of this?" Vera asked.
"Why do you think he's in nothing but his drawers?" Jenn asked.
"Huh?" Vera was still confused.
"Thanks for calling me sis, but I gotta get off the phone. I'll tell you all about it later," Jenn promised hanging up.
Marla was close by listening and watching the tv.
"So Jenn, what was the top secret mission Dana and Eddie were on? No one would tell me this morning," she said.
"Dana went undercover and got Kingston to admit to trashing my house while Eddie and his partners recorded the confession," Jenn explained still watching the news report.
"Well I saw Kingston in his BVDs, but where's Eddie and Dana?" Marla asked.
Jenn shook her head. "I dunno. Eddie was supposed to call me and keep me posted, but I haven't heard anything from him."
"So are you gonna call him?" Marla asked.
"I think I'd better," Jenn decided as she dialed Eddie's cell.
Back in Kingston's livingroom alone, Eddie and Dana were just about to cross the line when his cellphone rang.
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Let me get that Dana." said Eddie.
Eddie got up and answer his cell.
"Eddie!!" Jenn answered.
"Jenn I was just about to call you." lied Eddie.
"Huh Huh I see!" said Jenn unconvinced.
"Just to let you know we finally busted Kingston and they are taken him to the station." said Eddie.
"I know it's on t.v. I see that fool walking in his drawers in shame. How is Dana?" asked Jenn.
"She fine. Dana is a little shaken up but she'll pull through. Dana is a strong girl. She really did good out there." said Eddie.
"I see you and Dana make a pretty good team." said Jenn.
"Yeah but you and I make a better one." said Eddie trying to make Jenn feel better.
"I just hope you will get your job back Eddie." said Jenn.
"I hope so too." said Eddie.
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When he finished talking to Jenn, Eddie knew what he had to do.
"Dana, it's time for us to get out of here before we do something we'll regret," he told her as he led her to the front door.
"I wasn't trying to seduce you, Eddie," she started to explain.
"I know, I know. This whole sting operation just has our emotions running on overdrive. I wasn't trying anything either---you were crying and I was just being....."
"You were just being a gentleman as usual," Dana said finishing his sentence before he could.
"Like you said, Eddie, let's get out of here so you can get back to your wife," she continued with a smile.
As they walked to the car, Eddie put his arm around Dana's shoulders in a friendly sort of way.
"You know, Dana, if I get my job back, I just might recommend you for undercover work!" he joked.
"Ha ha, very funny, Eddie Sutton! Very funny!" she replied sarcastically.
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Meanwhile back at the Rev. Everyone was continued rehearsing. Lizzie spotted Devin.
"Devin" said Lizzie.
"Lizard am I glad to see your pretty face." said Devin.
"I'm happy to see you too. You haven't hang with us all day. I hope everything is alright." said Lizzie.
"It's all good Lizard." said Devin ashe avoid talking about what happened last night.
Want to come over to dinner tonight since it is the last night of rehearsal." wondered Lizzie.
"I don't think that's a good idea Lizzie." said Devin.
"Oh come on. You skipped out the last time you were here." said Lizzie.
"Oh alright you talk me into it. I still have to beat you in pool." joked Devin.
"You never played." said Lizzie.
"I know that's why I'm going to beat you." laughed Devin.
"Now that's the Devin I know." said Lizzie.
"Here is something you have missed." said Devin.
Then Devin kissed Lizzie. Lizzie was thrown off guard.
"Whoa someone is a little out of practice." said Devin.
"It's been awhile." said Lizzie as she still has feelings for Jeron.
"Well since you are here let me play you a song." said Devin.
"Okay." said Lizzie.
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As he prepared to start the song, Lund and Powell walked into the Rev looking for Devin. Robin directed them to where Devin was.
"What's the problem officers?" Devin asked worried when they approached him.
"It's about your Dad, Devin," Lund told him.
"My Dad?! Is he alright?!" Devin asked, very worried.
"Yeah, Mr. Lund, is Reverand Kingston okay?" Lizzie asked, just as worried.
"I really need to talk to Devin in private, Lizzie," Lund told her.
"Come with us, son," Powell told Devin as he escorted him to an empty area at the Rev.
Then they proceeded to inform Devin that his father was behind bars.
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"WHAT!!?!? WHY THE HELL DID YOU DO THAT FOR?" snapped Devin.
"Son you don't understand. He did a very bad thing." said Lund.
"Plus he's in alot of trouble." said Powell.
"Devin we need you to come down to the station with us to asked some question." said Lund.
"I ain't going nowhere with you." said Devin.
"Son please. Look you are not in any trouble. Bt it's important that you come with us. I know he did he has hurt you. We cannot help you if you do not coorpaerate with us." said Lund.
So Devin ent with Lund and Powell reluntantly. Everyone watched Devin get in the police car. They were all confused.
"Robin what's going on? Where are they taking Devin?" worried Lizzie as hugging Robin.
"I don't know Lizzie but I may I have an idea on what's going on." said obin consoling Lizzie.
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Suddenly, Robin realized that Lizzie was actually crying.
"Hey, Shorty, get a hold of yourself...." he encouraged her. "Devin's in good hands--he'll be okay!"
"So many bad things have happened lately---starting with Michael Jackson dying! Now we're trying to put on this Tribute Show, and stuff like this still keeps happening! First my house gets trashed, then the Rev, and now Devin's Dad is in jail! So what's gonna happen to Devin? He can't stay in his house by himself, Robin! They'll probably send him back to Chicago to live with his mother again!" Lizzie wept.
"Come on now, Lizzie. You're the one that always tells the rest of us to have faith---right? So where's your faith? Things are gonna work out--you'll see!" he said trying to cheer her up.
Robin bent down and got on one knee so that he was eye level with Lizzie, and then tenderly wiped the tears from her face.
"Don't cry anymore, Shorty," he told her.
"Robin, you were even crying before over Cassie," Lizzie reminded him.
"No, that was my allergy," he replied as he stood up again.
"Robin, you don't have allergies!" Lizzie contradicted him.
Robin tried to keep a straight face but couldn't, and soon both of them were laughing.
"Okay, okay, you busted me," he admitted. "But you better not tell anyone you saw me crying...." he warned her.
"It's a deal -- as long as you don't tell anyone you saw me crying," she bargained.
"It'll be our secret, Shorty---yours and mine," he promised her.
Lizzie smiled, happy once again. "Cool," she agreed, shaking his hand. "And thanks for being so nice to me, Robin."
He smiled back at her as they shook hands. "You're welcome, Lizzie. But I'm not just being nice, I'm being real. I really mean that things will work out for your friend, Devin. You'll see," he assured her.
"I believe you," she said with confidence.
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"Come on lets get back to work. We have a big show tomorrow and we have to be 110% ready." said Robin.
"Right lets go." said Lizzie.
Then suddenly Lizzie ran into Kendra.
"Hey Lizzie is our costume made yet?" asked Kendra.
"Of course..Robin's have them all made." said Lizzie.
"Cool before I go and get my costume ready I just want to say thank you." said Kendra.
"Thanks for what?" confused Lizzie.
"For being my friend." said Kendra.
"It's no big deal Kendra." said Lizzie.
"It is to me. You are only that really understood me. And you also put up with me especially when I got drunk you never stop being my friend. I couldn't understand why. You almost like a siste to me. I know you would never hurt me." said Kendra.
Then Lizzie started to feel guilty about Kendra's costume she destroyed.
"So that's all I want to say. So where is our outfit?" asked Kendra.
"It's not ready yet." said Lizzie.
"But you said Robin's mother have the costumes made already." confused Kendra.
"Yeah but she is putting the finsihing touches on them. So it may take time." said Lizzie.
"Well I hope she hurry up. I want to tryem on." said Kendra.
"Hey lets work on our number." said Lizzie.
"Good idea." said Kendra.
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Robin was kind of tired so he took a break and sat and watched Lizzie and Kendra rehearse, as he reflected on his conversation with Lizzie about Devin.
He was so deep in thought, he didn't even realize his mother had come and sat down at the table with him.
"So how long are you just going to ignore me, Robin? I thought everything was alright between us," she finally said.
"Huh? OH!! MOM!! How long have you been sitting here?" he asked as he snapped back to reality.
"You mean you weren't ignoring me?" she asked sort of relieved.
"Ignoring you? Of course not! I was just thinking is all...." he said sadly.
"About????" she asked concerned.
"Devin and what he's going through. I just told Lizzie everything's gonna work out for him, but I'm not sure of that. I just wanted her to feel better."
"Where is he anyway?" Monica asked looking around.
"They took him to the station because his dad was arrested earlier."
"Reverand Kingston was arrested?" Monica asked stunned.
"That's right, Mom."
This time Monica was quiet, deep in thought.
"Mom?"
"I was just thinking about your father's funeral and how mad I got at Eddie Sutton for saying that the Reverand was abusive to his wife and kids. I guess Eddie was right all along...."
"Yeah, I remember that too."
"So now that Kingston is arrested, what will happen to Devin?" Monica asked.
"Mom, you know as well as I do what's gonna happen to him. He's gonna be thrown into the system until he gets shipped back to live with his mother in Chicago."
"That boy deserves better than that!" Monica replied.
"Any ideas?" Robin asked.
"Yes I've got an idea, Robin. I'm going down to the station to see if we can keep Devin at our house. That would be better than sending him to some foster home!"
Robin's face lit up. "Mom that's an awesome idea!"
"And after that I'm going home to my soft comfortable bed. Do you realize I haven't slept in over 24 hours? I've been sewing like a mad woman!" she said as she stood up and prepared to leave.
"Thanks for all of your help, Mom. You're the best!"
"Why don't you come down to the station with me?" she invited him. "I could use the moral support."
"Okay, let's do this," he agreed as they headed for the exit door together.
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Soon Robin called everybody.
"Attention Ladies and Gentlemen...and Charles. That's a wrapped and I want to thank everyone for coming out and supporting the tribute. You all did a wonderful job rehearsing and I know will do great at the show tomorrow. This is going to be the best show ever. Oh yes I almost forgot I also want to thank the for shorties for coming up with the idea of the Tribute Lizzie, Tay, Kendra, & Jeron. Give these kids around of applause for making it possible." said Robin.
Everyone applauded Lizzie, Tay, Jeron, & Kendra.
"I feel like a superstar already." said Kendra.
ThenMonica was staring down at Robin.
"Oh yes and a round of applause to the person who spent 24 hours nonstop making the costumes. My mother and designer Monica Morgan." said Robin.
Everyone applauded and Monica was blushing.
"Alright see you all tomorrow. At the tribute." said Robin.
"Lizzie guess what I got the outfits. I can't wait to try them on tomorrow at the tribute." said Kendra.
"Kendra wait!!" said Lizzie as she tried to stop Kendra.
"Gotta go see you tomorrow." said Kendra leaving.
"What have I done." said Lizzie.
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As everyone prepared to leave, Lulu noticed Lizzie from across the room and didn't like the expression on her face,
so she made her way through the crowd over to Lizzie to give her a pep talk.
She walked up behind Lizzie andp layfully bumped into her. "Hey! Why the long face?" Lulu asked.
Lizzie wouldn't even look up. "You know why," she replied.
Lulu sighed and put her arm around Lizzie. "Let's go for a little walk," she suggested, giving her a friendly squeeze.
They walked out of the Rev and over to the side of the building where no one could hear them.
"Lizzie, you called me a few weeks ago for advice about Kendra and I gave you advice. I told you to get friendly with her because she's the enemy and you should always keep them close so you'll know what's up. You liked the advice, and you took the advice and now you're trying to punk out. I don't understand you!" Lulu explained.
"Lulu I know, I know. Everything you're saying is true! But I don't think of Kendra as the enemy anymore. She really has become my friend and I don't want to embarrass her in front of hundreds of people!"
Lulu crossed her arms in front of her chest and looked at Lizzie, shaking her head.
"Girl.....she has played a serious head game on you! I'm warning you, Lizzie---don't fall for it! Kendra was bad news from the start and she's still bad news and now is the time to make your move and get rid of her once and for all! Remember this: All is fair in love and war," Lulu said as she walked away.
Lizzie stood and watched as Lulu caught up with Robin and Monica.
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"I just don't know what to do anymore." sighed Lizzie.
"Lizzie come on. You know how and Dad get when we're late." said Tay.
"Oh okay." said Lizzie.
"Are you still worry about Devin. Look Devin will be alright. It's probably some misunderstnding." sai Tay.
"I hope you're right Tay." said Lizzie.
Meanwhile Eddie and Dana arrived back at Marla.
"Thanks again for rscuing me Eddie." said Dana.
"Don't mention it. Thanks again for helping us. This really means alot." said Eddie.
"That's what friends are for." said Dana.
Soon Eddie and Dana stared into each others eyes an just when they were about to kissed. Jenn walked in and the two broke away very quickly.
"Hey my hero of the day." said Jenn kissing Eddie.
"Hey the real hero is standing over here." said Eddie pointing at Dana.
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"Oh Eddie stop it! You're embarrassing me!" Dana gushed.
"No, Dana, he's right," Jenn said as she stepped up and gave Dana an awkward hug. "Thank you very much. We owe you alot for what you did. You really could've been hurt or even killed for that matter!"
"Well----you're welcome," Dana told Jenn. "Right now I just want to get upstairs and take this ugly dress off and jump in the shower."
"You deserve it," Eddie said.
Dana went upstairs leaving the couple alone.
"So Eddie, tell me everything!" Jenn said anxiously.
"Later Jenn. I'm really beat and I need a long hot shower myself," he said sounding tired.
Jenn felt bad for him. "Poor baby...." she said as she gave him a hug. "Want some company in the shower?"
Eddie felt guilty about his close calls with Dana but tried to hide it. "I'd love your company in the shower."
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Meanwhile Charles, Cassie & the rest of the kids arrived home.
"Hey guys!" greeted Marla.
"Hey." said the children.
"So how was the last day of rehearsal?" asked Marla.
"Mom it was great. This tribute is going to the best." said Charles.
"You should've seen him Mrs. A. He was wonderful." said Cassie.
"I will. I'm looking forward to the watching the tribute. I better have some really good seats." said Marla.
"Don't worry mom you will." said Charles.
"It's been a long day. I better go check on the twins." said Cassie.
"I'll join you beautiful but I have to take a shower. Care to join me?" said Charles.
"Oh yes I most certainly do." said Cassie kissing Charles.
"Mrs. Antoni your son and Cassie are about to get freaky in the shower." yelled Tay.
"WHAT!!!" shouted Marla.
"Nothing Mrs. A!!! He was just joking." said Cassie.
"It's better be a joke." said Marla.
As the two went pass Tay Cassie slapped Tay acrossed the head.
"Ouch!!" snapped Tay.
"Don't worry beautiful we will sneak in the bathroom" said Charles.
"I'll be rady for you Charles."said Cassie.
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Cassie went into the nursery to check on the twins. While she was in there, her cell phone rang. She didn't recognize the number and when she answered it, she couldn't believe who was on the other end of the phone.
"Hello, is this Cassie? Cassie Sutton?"
Cassie recognized the voice right away. "KATE?! OMG!!" she squealed happily.
Kate laughed. "Hi! You recognized my voice! I'm so glad, Cassie!"
"OF COURSE I DO---OMG!!"
"Calm down!" Kate laughted.
"I'm sorry! I'm just so happy to hear from you is all," Cassie explained.
"You've been on my mind alot, Cassie. How've you been?" Kate asked.
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"I've been doing pretty good. I'm working on this MJ tribute show." said Cassie.
"OMG I have heard about that. Are you in it?" asked Kate.
"Not exactly!!! I am contributing to the show by doing a painting of MJ." said Cassie.
"That's wonderful. I still can't believe that the King of Pop is gone." said Kate.
"I know I still can't believe it either. It is so devastating." said Cassie.
"He so did not deserve to die like that." said Kate.
"Yeah you know that Charles is performing at the tribute." said Cassie.
"He is really? That is so cool. You must be really happy for him." said Kate.
"Oh I am. I'm really am. I am so proud of Charles." said Cassie.
"I take it things are going well for you two." wondered Kate.
"They are. Charles and I ar
"Can we have this conversation later? I'm really tired...." Marla sighed.
"Tired? That's a good thing! That means you must've had an eventful date!" Dana observed.
"We ate, we drank, we talked, we danced. That's about it," Marla told her.
"I see......and how were your dance moves?" she inquired.
"We got a standing O from the crowd," Marla bragged.
"That's my girl!!" Dana praised her smiling. "And the romance? What about the romance?" she asked.
"Uh........he's very romantic," Marla said quietly as she poured herself a cup of coffee.
"Oh come on now, Marla! You can do better than that!!!" Dana pressed her.
"I told you Dana, I'm tired," Marla explained.
"Well what time did you get in last night?" Dana asked, annoyed that she was getting any details.
Marla stayed quiet.
"AHEM!!!" Dana cleared her throat. "I SAID---"
"I heard you the first time," Marla interrupted.
"Well???"
Marla let out a heavy sigh. "Dana, I don't have to tell you EVERYTHING."
Dana's mouth dropped opened as she quickly put two and two together. "MARLA!!! You didn't come home last night????
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"You catch on quick!!!" said Marla.
"Oooooh Marla you are so nasty." laughed Dana
"Will you keep it down. It's bad enough I have to explain myself to Charles and Cassie. But I don't want the whole world to know." snapped Marla."
"Whatever!!! Was he atleast a gentleman?" laughed Dana.
"Yes he was and stop laughing." annoyed Marla.
"I can't help it. Who would've thought that Mrs. Antoni got a little freak in her." laughed Dana.
""You're not going to leave this alone are you?" asked Marla.
"Hell no!! You know I have to talk about you." laughed Dana.
Soon Eddie walked in.
"Morning ladies." said Eddie.
"One word and you die." said Marla.
"My lips are sealed." said Dana.
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Eddie walked over to the coffee maker and poured himself a cup.
"So, Dana, how did you sleep last night?" he asked.
"Like a baby," she said. "Why?"
"It's our big day today and I want to make sure you're up for the task," he replied.
"Oh, yeah. That!"
Marla looked puzzled. "Big day? What are you two talking about?"
"Do I have to tell you EVERYTHING?" Dana asked, imitating Marla.
Marla was even more confused. "I don't know what's going on here, but I'm too tired to even TRY to figure it out," she admitted.
"Well don't worry, it's not what you THINK," Dana assured her. "But it's private."
"Fine. I'm not like you, Dana. I know how to mind my own business," Marla replied.
Eddie chuckled. "What WOMAN knows how to mind her own business?" he remarked.
"Eddie Sutton! Don't tell me you're a male chauvanist now!" Dana scolded him.
"No but I'm a REALIST. And realistically, what woman knows how to mind her own business?" he repeated.
Marla got up from the table. "Okay, that's my cue to get out of here," she said. "I'm the babysitter today."
"Later Marla," Dana said as Marla left the kitchen.
"No hard feelings, Marla!" Eddie shouted.
"So Eddie, you really think all women are busybodies?" Dana asked.
"More or less, yeah," he replied. "But we've got bigger fish to fry, Dana. You know what you're supposed to do with Kingston, right?" he asked, changing the subject.
Dana sighed. "Yes, Eddie......for the one thousandth time --- YES. And what time is this gonna go down?"
"As soon as Lund and Powell get the surveillance equipment set up near Kingston's house. So you'd better start getting ready. That way when they call me, we can just get going," he suggested.
Dana got up and put her cereal bowl in the sink.
"Okay, I'm going to take a shower now. And you make sure that while I'm in the shower YOU mind YOUR own business---if you know what I mean!" she told him as she mushed him playfully in the head.
"I always mind my business," he replied.
"Yeah right, Eddie! Tell it to the marines...." Dana muttered as she walked out.
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Meanwhile at back at the Rev. everyone was arrived and was getting ready for the last day of rehearsal. Everything is going well until Rev. Kingston and a group of MJ haters carrying picket signs arrived the Rev.
"Robin will better come and look at this. I think we got trouble." said Lulu looking out the window.
"Now what's going on." annoyed Robin.
Robin looked out the window and saw what was going on.
"I don't believe this. Lulu take Lizzie and the others kids to the back." said Robin.
"Robin you're not going to start trouble are you?" worried Lulu.
"No but I can handle this." said Robin.
"Be careful Robin." said Lulu as she kissed Robin.
So Robin went out to talk to Kingston.
"Hey Kingston!!!" said Robin.
"Robin!!!" said Kingston.
"So whatsup!! Where's your son Devin? He's late!!" said Robin.
"He can't make it." said Kingston.
"Why not?" confused Robin.
"He hurt himself falling down the stairs. I have told about running up and down the stairs." said Kingston.
"Gee that's too bad I was really looking forward to hear perform Dirty Diana. So what is up with all these people?" said Robin
"You know what this is about. It's about this tributefor MJ." said Kingston.
"This is going to be spectactular. You all are invited to come if you want." said Robin.
"I don't want to come this show. Matter we don't wantyou kids to do tribute tomorrow. I want you to cancel it." said Kingston.
"I can't do that. I would have disappoint alot of of people in the community not to mention alot of MJ fans." said Robin.
"Robin that man you are paying tribute to is troubled and infamous for many of things." said Kingston.
"With all do respect sir we are not focusing on the negative and the rumors that surrounded around MJ. We are focusing on his his, music, legacy, and the great things he has done." said Robin.
"And we are celebrating him as a human being." said Lulu.
The pickett people started to get restless.
"Calm down everyone please. Robin think what you are doing. You are celebrating a pedophile." said Kingston.
"No I'm not. I'm supporting Michael Jackson." said Robin.
Things starting to get heated.
"Alright fine he's not a child molestor but come on MJ is a drug addict and he even admitted it himself in the past that he was addicted to pain killers. Do you realize if you do the tribute you just encourage alot of people that it is okay to use drugs. That's like Jaime Spears posing in a magazine holding a baby saying okay for teenage girls to get pregnant. For the sake of others cancel the show or there will be a fight on your hands." arned Kingston.
"Look I don't see what Brittany Spears kid sister have to do with MJ. Look I understand you have your opinion and views about MJ. You are entitled to your opinion. Everyobody has a different opinion and they are entitled to it. But you don't have the right force us to cancel a tribute because of you narrow minded uneducated opinion about someone. If you don't MJ that's fine. If you don't want to come to the tribute that's fine too youand those people don't have to come. But those people in there including myself worked hard to put this tribute and there will be alot of people coming tomorrow. I am cancelling this show for you or these ignorant MJ haters standing holding narrow minded pickett signs. And unless you have the facts don't go around judging other people." said Robin.
Everyone inside the Rev. was cheering Robin on.
"Robin are making a greave mistake." said Kingston.
Soon a group of cars and trucks drove by.
"What the hell is going?" asked one of the pickett people.
Soon Kevin Lund came out of the car.
"Is there a problem?" asked Lund.
"Robin what is the meaning of this?"shocked Kingston.
"You see Kingston you fail to realize I'm the new owner of the Rev. and some of this property belongs to me. Yesterday someone threw a rock through the window threaten to cancel the show. So I was able to talk to couple of cops to have someone to come here because I don't anymore trouble and that includes people with pickett signs. So bascially you are on my property and you have no say in this." said Robin.
"What!?!?" shocked Kingston.
"He's right Kingston you trespassing on his turf so If you and your crew don't want to go to jail I suggest you leave." said Lund.
Kingston finally retreated.
"Lets go everybody!!" said Kingston.
All the MJ haters was shocked and disappointed.
"Are you deaf? I said lets go." said Kingston disappointed.
Everyone drop their pickett signs in disgust.
"This isn't over by a long shot Robin. You are going to wish that you would've cancel the show." said Kingston.
"That's move it Rev before I booked you." said Lund pushing Kingston.
"Thanks Officer Lund." said Robin.
"Anytime, don't worry those police will be here to an eye on things just in case there's anymore trouble." said Lund.
"Cool!" said Robin.
"I told my dad will come in handy." said Sage.
"Yeah yeah and thanks for talking to your dad." said Robin.
"Just don't say I never did anything nice for you." said Sage.
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Right after the crowd outside dispersed, Charles, Cassie, Lizzie, Tay and Jeron arrived.
"Hey guys!" Lulu greeted them. "You just missed a big demonstration outside! Reverand KIngston had a bunch of protestors with him trying to shut down the show!"
"So what happened? Where are they?"
"Sage's dad showed up and made them get off of Robin's property. You should've seen Kingston's face! It was priceless!" Lulu gossiped.
"Good for him---that dog! I still remember how he grabbed my mom's butt at the prom and started fighting with my Dad!" Cassie fumed.
"Yeah well try to forget all of that Cassie. Anyway, we're wasting time here. We've gotta rehearse," Charles said.
"And you guys have to try on your costumes!" Lulu told Jeron, Tay and Lizzie.
"They're ready?!" Lizzie asked excitedly.
"Yes, Miss Monica sewed all through the night! She's amazing!" Lulu replied.
"Well what are we waiting for? Let's go!" Lizzie said, following Lulu.
As they went to the back where the costumes were, Robin walked by.
"Good morning, Robin!" Lizzie greeted him.
"Hey shorty! I'm glad you made it!"
"Boo, Cassie and Charles are up in the front. I'm taking these three to try on their costumes," Lulu explained.
"Okay. I guess I'll say hi to Cassie," he decided.
"Be careful!" Lizzie warned.
Robin grinned. "Don't worry. We're cool now," he informed her.
"Well you never know with Cassie....." Lizzie remarked as she walked away with Lulu and the boys.
Robin looked around and saw Chassie up in the front talking. Oh well, here goes nothing, he thought to himself as he approached them.
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"Hey Cassie!!" greeted Robin.
"Hey!!" surprised Cassie.
"Hey I heard a group of protestors tried to shut down the Rev." said Charles.
"Yeah but I got rid of them...with a little police help." said Robin.
"Well I'm glad you used your head this time." said Cassie.
"Yeah Kingston is such a wimp." said Robin.
"You just finding that out." laughed Cassie.
"I'm glad that is all over." said Charles.
"Charles can I speak with Robin alone?" asked Cassie.
"Do I have a choice?" asked Charles.
"No but here's something to let you know that I love you." said Cassie as she kissed Charles.
"Alright you have 10 minutes. Robin I got my eye on you." said Charles.
"Oooooh I'm shaking in my pants!!" said Robin sarcasticly,
"Robin just to let you know I got your message and I'm really sorry that I snapped at you yesterday. I didn't realize I have hurt you this badly." said Cassie.
"Yeah I just want us to be friends again Cassie that's all." said Robin.
"I want us to be friends too. But I'm still hurt about the way you treated me. Maybe when I'm feeling better we can friends again." said Cassie.
"I hope so but don't I'll stay out your way." said Robin.
"Thanks Robin." said Cassie.
"10 minutes is up." said Charles.
"10 minutes it's barely five minutes. Chuck needs to work on histime estimation." said Robin.
"You have been hanging with Lizzie way too long." laughed Cassie.
"Hey the kid adores me." said Robin.
"Just remember tha'st still my little sister." said Cassie.
"Don't worry Lizzie knows this anyway I think she got Jeron on the brain." said Robin.
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Meanwhile, Lizzie is trying on her costume with Lulu's help.
"It fits me perfect! I wish Kendra would hurry up and get here so she can try hers on too!" Lizzie said, excited.
"Actually, it's a good thing she's not here yet," Lulu replied with a sneaky grin.
"Why do you say that?" Lizzie asked, puzzled.
"Because DUMMY this is your chance to get her out of the way! She's the ENEMY, remember? She's moving in on your man, remember?"
"Yeah, but I'm still not getting you," Lizzie admitted clueless.
"OMG, Lizzie, you are so innocent it's pathetic! Listen up---if you can do something to publicly humiliate Kendra, she'lll never want to show her face again around Jeron and then you won't have anything to worry about. Soooooo....since she's not here, we can loosen the stitches in her costume. She'll try it on, and it'll fit fine like yours does I'm sure. But on the night of the actual show, when she performs in the costume, it'll start coming apart while you guys are on stage and by the end of the number, it will be falling off of her and she'll run off the stage looking stupid. The perfect crime!" Lulu schemed.
Lizzie thought about the plan for awhile. "I dunno, Lulu......It sounds mean...." she finally concluded.
"Psssssshhh! It sounds BRILIIANT! This is the chance you've been waiting for Lizzie! Don't blow it! Now get the scissors out of the drawer and let's start cutting some of these stitches!" Lulu ordered.
Slowly, Lizzie walked over to Monica's drawer and got out the scissors.
"Lulu, how could you be so nice and so mean at the same time?" Lizzie asked as she handed a pair to Lulu.
"It's a gift, girl. Hopefully one day you'll develop it too," Lulu replied as she carefully started clipping the threads.
Lizzie stood and watched her, frozen.
"Girl, you better get to cutting and right now!" Lulu demanded. "You'll thank me for this one day."
Lizzie sighed and nervously started clipping as well.
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Meanwhile Robin was trying on his new custome.
"Hey sweet this is custome MJ on his last reheasal and it fit perfectly too." said Robin (check out the link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LC0COIRzhbA&feature=fvw).
"Yeah now try on the smooth criminal outfit on." said Monica.
Robin put on the outfit.
"Wow you look sexy. You definitely look like MJ." said female singer.
"Thanks" said Robin.
"You really did an excenllent job on these outfits." said one of the dancers.
"My mom is a professional."said Robin.
"I wouldn't say that but yeah I am." said Monica.
"Wow I can't wait to impressed Cassie when I performed." said Robin.
Soon the choreaographer arrived.
"Hey everyone. You all look great. I can tell everyone is ready for tomorrow." said Choreaographer.
"We sure are." said The Dancers.
"Anyway sorry I was late...but I'm ready did I missed anything?" he asked.
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"You've gotta try your costume on!" Monica told him as she pushed him to the back dressing room.
"Say what? It's done?" he asked, totally surprised.
"They're ALL done! I told you I mean business!" she answered.
"I'm VERY impressed," he said as she held it up and showed it to him.
"Here, take it and try it on," she told him as she handed it to him.
"Well.................okay......" he said hesitating a bit.
When Monica didn't leave the room, he started to drop his pants.
"OH!!!! Wait!!! Let me give you your privacy!!!" she said, embarrassed, as she quickly turned around and left the room.
Amused at her reaction, he chuckled as he continued undressing. "Yeah, she loves me," he said to himself confidently.
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"You haven't forgot about our date this afternoon?" asked Choreaographer.
"Of course not it's still on." said Monica.
"Cool I can't wait. I hope Robin is okay with this." said The choreographer.
"I'm sure he doesn't mind. Anyway my son is not the boss of me. I am his mother. I raised him he didn't raised me." said Monica.
"This day will turn out to be good after all." said The choregrapher.
While everyone was trying on their costumes. Devin came in unexpectedly.
"Devin?" shocked Robin.
"Sorry I'm late." said Devin coming in all bruised up.
"OMG what happened to you?" shocked Cassie.
"I fell off a tree." said Devin.
"Funny your dad was here earlier saying you fell down the stairs." said Robin suspiciously.
"I did that too." said Devin.
"Devin I don't think it's a good idea for you to come." said Cassie.
"Look I want to do this tribute. My dad doesn't run my life." snapped Devin.
"Alright but are you sure you up to it?" concerned Robin.
"Robin I made a commitment and sticking to it." said Devin.
"Okay look I'm happy that you came but just to make it clear you don't have to keep secrets from us is your dad beating you?" asked Robin.
"LOOK NOTHING HAPPENED ALRIGHT?!? CAN I REHEARSE PLEASE?" snapped Devin.
"Sure my more has already finished making the costumes. Go to the back and try them on." said Robin.
"Okay thanks." said Devin.
Robin and Cassie both watched as Devin went to the back.
"His father been beating him. I just know it." said Robin.
"How do you know?" asked Cassie.
"Let just say I've been in that situation with my dad. Especially when he was beating on my mom." said Robin as walked away.
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Monica was in the dressing room when Devin walked in and she gasped when she saw his bruised legs.
"I'm okay, I'm okay......I fell," he said trying to put her at ease.
"Some fall!!" she remarked, shaken.
"Anyway, they said I have to come back here for my costume," Devin said, changing the subject. "Dirty Diana."
"Oh.....right......" Monica said as she looked through the clothing rack. "Here you go," she said handing it to him.
"Thanks."
There was an awkward silence for awhile as the two of them just stood in the dressing room.
Finally, Monica decided to take a chance.
"You know," she started, "when my son was your age, he had alot of problems getting along with his father."
Devin couldn't believe what he was hearing. "Word?"
Monica nodded. "My ex husband used to beat Robin. And me."
"You???"
Monica nodded again. "And we used to have bruises on us. Just like the ones you have on you."
Devin looked embarrassed. "But I fell," he insisted.
Monica put her hand on his shoulder in a motherly way. "And we used to lie about our bruises too."
"My dad is a Reverand---a man of God!" Devin said, getting defensive.
"I know. He preached at my husband's funeral. And back then, I heard some strange things about him that I didn't want to believe because he seemed so nice. But after seeing your bruises, Devin, I'm not too sure anymore..." she said sadly.
"I've gotta put this costume on," Devin said, uncomfortable with the conversation.
Monica sighed. "I'll get out. But if you ever need to talk, I'm here and so is Robin. Maybe you'd feel better talking to him."
"Yeah, yeah, sure. I've really gotta try this on now," he hinted as he opened the door for her to leave.
As she stepped out of the door she almost collided head on with Robin who was just about to knock.
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"Hey Robin I just gave Devin his costume." said Monica.
"Yeah and i suspect you saw those bruises on his leg?" asked Robin.
"Saw it? That boy is bruised all over. He's not fooling anybody. His father been beating on him." said Monica.
"Shouldn't we called the cops?" asked Robin.
"No no if we do that it'll be his words against ours. Unless he wants to be help the best thing to do is to stay out of it." said Monica.
"Mom that's crazy!!! He's lucky his dad didn't put him in the hospital. We have to do something." said Robin.
"Best thing for you do now is let him be for now. When the time is right we'll talk to him." said Monica.
"I hope you're right mom." said Robin.
Meanwhile Cassie was waiting on Charles to come out with his outfit on.
"Charles hurry up." said Cassie.
"I coming beautiful." said Charles.
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(Candygwen did you see the message I wrote about Character Question?)
(yes, thank you very much for the answer, batman642 and also the mj link from b4!!!)
"Oh Charles, you look so fiiiiiiine!" Cassie exclaimed when he finally came out of the dressing room.
"Are you sure I look okay? I'm not that into suits," he said worried.
"Believe me, Charles, you wear it well. I'm so proud of you and you haven't even performed yet!" she gushed.
"Thanks for saying that, Cassie."
"I'm not just saying it, Charles. I MEAN it. I'm proud of you and I love you," she said as she kissed him.
He kissed her back, happy that no one was around to interrupt them.
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Meanwhile back at Marla's house Eddie and Dana was waiting on Lund and Powell to arrived.
"What is taking them so long?" asked Eddie impatiently.
"Relax Eddie they will be here. They probably taking care of some police work." said Dana.
"Well this is more important." said Eddie.
"Relax everything is going to be alright." said Dana as she patted Eddie's back.
"Dana I wish I can talk you out of this. I still think this is way too dangerous." said Eddie.
"Eddie I can take care of myself. You just make you and your boys have my back. Because I'm carrying a can of mase if something goes wrong." said Dana.
"Same old Dana. Girl you have not change a bit." said Eddie.
"You know it." said Dana.
Soon Lund and Powell finally arrived.
"You two are late." said Eddie.
"Sorry we have to take care of a little situation at the Rev." said Lund.
"What's going on over there now?" asked Eddie.
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(Batman642, thanks for the pic of Teri Hatcher. She makes a great Monica. We also had picked a Mike, but we never picked anyone for Bill. Any ideas?)
"Kingston was at it again. This time he had a crowd of protestors picketing! You should've seen the look on his face when Robin told him he was trespassing on his property!" Lund laughed.
"Wow, he's just digging his own grave deeper and deeper," Eddie remarked.
"Good! That'll make our job even easier!" Powell replied.
"So guys are we ready to get over there now?" Dana asked anxiously.
"Yeah, everything's set up in a van on Kingston's street. We've just gotta get you over there Dana. By the way, you look real nice. Reall business-like---just like someone working for Child Welfare," Lund complimented her.
"Thanks! I borrowed this suit from my girl, Marla. Lord knows I don't dress this way! But she's got all kinds of clothes in those closets of hers!"
"Well thank goodness for that. And thank goodness you two are about the same size!" Eddie said.
Then Jenn came down the stairs.
"Hey Kevin! Hey Powell! Looks like Operation Scooby Doo is getting ready to begin!" she joked.
"Keep your fingers crossed for us, babe," Eddie told her as he gave her a squeeze.
"I wish I could go along," she said hopefully.
"Absolutely not! I'll keep you informed, but no way are you going over there too," Eddie told her.
"But I could stay in the truck with you guys while Dana goes inside...." she whined.
"Jenn! Do I go into the operating room with you?" he asked.
"Okay, okay, you've got a point," she said giving in.
"Come on, we've gotta get going while Kingston is still at home brooding over his botched protest!" Lund said.
Jenn walked them all to the front door and watched as they headed for their cars. "Be careful!" she said waving goodbye.
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Meanwhile back at the Rev. Sage & Danny was rehearsing their number until Danny cell phone rang.
"We better take five." said Danny.
"But Danny we just got started." said Sage.
"I know but we haven't got our costumes yet. We have to be prepared. Will you go get them for me please?" begged Danny.
"Anything for you." said Sage as she and Danny kissed.
Danny picked up the phone and it was Giselle.
"Giselle what are you doing calling here? I'm at a meeting." lied Danny.
"Danny I missed you. I haven't heard from you in the past few days." whined Giselle.
"Oh baby I'm sorry but I've been quite busy quite as of late. You know important business stuff." said Danny lying through his teeth.
"Doing what?" asked Giselle.
"Ummm helping Robin how to run the Rev finacially. He needs learn how to operate the place." said Danny.
"Danny are you sure you telling me the truth?" worried Giselle.
"Baby you know I will never lied to you. I always been honest with you. You are the only girl for me. And after all this is over I will come over and give you some hot sweet loving." said Danny.
"Danny I love it when you talk dirty." said Giselle.
"Well got to go. Love you." said Danny.
"Love you too." said Giselle.
"Whew that was a close call." relieved Danny.
"Oh Giselle you the only one for me." teased Tay as he overheard Danny's convosation.
"What the hell are you doing hell you sick freak?" snapped Danny.
"I came here to rehearse a number. I can still see you playing my girl Sage for a fool." said Tay.
"She's not your girl Tay." laughed Danny.
"And she won't be your girl either once she finds out you've been messing around with someone else." said Tay.
"If you do I'll kill you skinny ass punked." snapped Danny.
"Man please Sage woulldn't believe even if I try but I will say this you keep on doing what you're doing and you will eventually get caught. mark my words."said Tay leaving.
Soon Sage returned with the outfits.
"What werer you and Tay talking about?" asked Sage.
"Nothing he still gots the hots for you and he keeps telling me to back off." lied Danny.
"That's it this has gone far enough. I am going to have a talk with that boy." said Sage.
"Hey don't waste your energy on that kid he's not worth it. Lets just concetrate on us." said Danny.
"Okay." said Sage.
Meanwhile Eddie and the others arrived at Kingston home.
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"You ready Dana? Operation Scooby Doo in full effect?" Eddie asked speaking to Dana by way of a hidden microphone.
"I'm ready and I hear you loud and clear. Can you see me?" Dana whispered into her chest where the mic was hidden.
"Yes I see you walking up to his front door. But remember--once you get inside I can't see what's going on. I'll only be able to hear you," he reminded her.
"Yeah I know Eddie. I'm ringing his doorbell now," she said quietly.
The Reverend answered the door.
"Yes? How can I help you?" he asked respectfully.
"Hello are you the Reverand Kingston? John Kingston?" Dana asked.
"Yes ma'am. And you?"
"My name is Dana Taylor. I'm with Child Welfare. We got a report that a 911 call was made from this address yesterday regarding a possible domestic dispute involving a minor. May I come in to do a follow-up evaluation?" she asked.
The Reverand looked annoyed. "And if I say no? Then what?" he asked.
"I'd advise you to say yes. It would make life much easier, sir," she replied.
He sighed, still annoyed but opened the door wider. "Come in."
"Thank you Mr. Kingston," Dana said, relieved that he didn't raise any argument.
They sat in the livingroom.
"Is the minor present in the home now?"
"No."
"And his name?" Dana asked.
"Devin Kingston. He's my son."
"Where is Devin now?" Dana inquired.
"At some crazy rehearsal for some Michael Jackson show at the Revolution Cafe," he said disgusted.
"Oh yes, I heard about that show. I'm anxious to see it. You mean you're not, Reverand?" she asked playing dumb.
"That's an understatement! I was just there this morning protesting the event. I don't think it should take place at all!"
"Hmm.....Well if you feel that strongly about it, there must be something you can do to stop it. I mean, you're such an influential man in the community," she flattered him.
The Reverand smiled. "Why thank you. And what did you say your name was again?" he asked as he moved closer.
Dana smiled back. "Dana Taylor. May I call you John?" she asked flirtatiously.
"Please do," he agreed.
"John, I can tell that you're not the type of man that would abuse a minor and I feel just terrible that I have to put you through this interrogation," she apologized.
He put his hand on her leg. "Well then don't put me through the interrogation. Let's just talk and get to know each other better," he suggested.
She politely took his hand off of her leg and smiled. "I guess that would be alright. I'll just fill this report out later the way I see fit."
"Good idea, Dana."
"So tell me a little more about why you're against the Tribute, John. It seems like a good idea to me," she said, leading him on.
So the Reverand began venting about why he was against the event as Dana listened, hoping he'd get to the part about trashing Eddie's house.
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(I can't remember the actor's name for Mike, but I know we had picked one out.).
Meanwhile Eddie and Lund where waiing outside in a undercover car as they tried to listen to the bug they planted on Dana.
"I just hope this work Lund. Maybe if we bust the perp I can finally get my job back," said Eddie.
"Yeah, the squad really needs you too, and with Kingston gone I think this city can take a break," said Lund.
"I just hope Devin gets the guts to come to the police and turn in his father," said Eddie watching the horizon.
Meanwhile Devin was in the dressing room trying to cover up his bruises, until Charles walked in.
"Devin?! Are you okay? What happen?" asked Charles as he studed Devin's bruises and cuts.
"Oh hey man...oh this is nothing. I just fell out of a tree while trying to climb it, that's all" said Devin startled as he tried to run out the room.
"Dude its okay, you don't have to lie. I was in that same situation," said Charle, calming Devin's nerves.
"Really?" questioned Devin.
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"Yeah I have a crazy stepfather that used to abused me." said Charles.
"Really? How did you with it? What happened?" asked Devin.
"It's a long story. But my main concern is you. You don't have to lie to us. I know some people that can help you." said Charles.
"I better get ready to practice. I talk to you after rehearsal I promise you." said Devin.
"Alright but don't take too long." said Charles.
"Any luck?" asked Robin.
"No but I think he's coming around. Just give him alittle time." said Charles.
"Go easy on him Charles." said Cassie.
"Don't worry I will." said Charles.
Meanwhile back at Kingston place Eddie and others was listening on everything what Kingston is saying.
"Wow I have to hand it to Dana. She seems to know what she is doing." said Eddie.
"Yeah but we still don't have anything on him yet." said Powell.
"Be patient!!! He'll bound to crack soon." said Eddie.
Meanwhile Kingston was staring at Dana's blouse.
"May I get you some ice water?" offered Kingston.
"Yes please and when you come back I want to hear more about your protest against MJ." said Dana.
"Sure thing." said Kingston.
Kingston got a picture of water and filled with a bunch of ice cubes and he brought it back.
"You look hot and sweaty. Let me rub some ice cube on you so you can cool off." said Kingston with a lustful look.
"No first things first. I want to hear about the protest." said Dana.
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Kingston didn't understand why Dana was so intent on talking about the Tribute and started to get suspicious.
"What do you mean first things first? I thought you were here because of child abuse...." he remarked as he watched her.
"This is true. But like I said, I can tell you're not the abusive type. And I'd much rather talk about Michael Jackson. He was my absolute hero!! And I just can't understand why a nice man like you wouldn't feel the same way about him," Dana continued.
"Hero huh? How about pedophile? How about fag? How about embarrassment to the black race?!" Kingston ranted.
"You've got some strong feelings! Do you go around talking about him like this in public?" she asked.
"Let me tell you something----I ain't scared to express myself in private or in public! I believe in free expression."
"Like what for instance?" she asked, pretending to be puzzled.
"Okay, I'll give you an example. Say for instance someone is involved in this tribute and refuses to back down. Well, I have no problem PERSUADING them to back down."
"Oh you mean like you did this afternoon with the protestors you were telling me about?"
"Not exactly. Sometimes it has to be more PERSONAL," he replied.
"I'm sorry, I'm just not understanding what you mean by that," Dana apologized.
"What I mean is, if I have to scare some sense into someone I will. Maybe by trashing their house, let's say, or threatening their family. You know, like that," he bragged.
"But you're a REVERAND! I don't believe you'd do anything like that---you're pulling my leg!" Dana said.
"Yes I'm a Reverand, but there comes a time when you've gotta fight fire with fire. There's an ex-cop that lives over in Lincoln Heights and you'd better believe I trashed his house because ALL of his kids are into this Tribute crap and he should know better than to have his family involved in something like that."
Outside in the van, Lund, Powell and Eddie all looked at each other astonished.
"We've almost got him. He's just got to mention my name," Eddie told the others.
"Ex-cop? What ex-cop?" Dana asked.
Kingston sat down right next to Dana and got very close. "You sure ask alot of questions," he said.
Dana decided she'd better back off a bit. "I'm sorry. I'm being too personal, right? Tell you what---you ask me some questions," she suggested.
He smiled as he took an ice cube from the pitcher and rubbed it slowly against her neck.
"Here's a question--how does that feel?" he asked.
"John, you have no idea how it feels," she replied with a smile, trying to hide her true feelings.
"Good huh?" he asked as he watched the melting ice trickle down her neck and onto her chest.
"You know I had an old boyfriend who used to do this very same thing to me. It really turned me on back then too," Dana lied.
"Old boyfriend huh?" Kingston repeated.
"Yes. Funny thing----I think he eventually became a cop, but I don't know whatever happened to Eddie," she said as she gave him the bait.
"Eddie?" he asked.
"Yeah. I can't even remember his last name it was such a long time ago--you know, when I was a kid," she explained.
Kingston stayed quiet, thinking.
"But it doesn't matter," Dana continued. "Put some more ice on my neck, will you?" she asked, pretending to really enjoy it.
Kingston put some more ice on her neck and tried to move in even closer. For the sake of the sting, Dana allowed him to do so even though on the inside she wanted to vomit.
"You're such an attractive man, John," she flattered him. "There's no MRS. Kingston?" she asked coyly.
The Reverend backed down at the mention of his wife.
"We're separated. Thanks to the Suttons!" he said bitterly.
"I don't understand," Dana said, hoping to finally get some info out of him.
"The ex-cop I was telling you about---him and his wife turned MY WIFE against me!" he complained.
"And you said his name was.........????"
"Sutton. Eddie Sutton. After what he did to me----helped wreck my marriage and ruin me financially---he deserves everything that happens to him. I saw to it that he lost his job, and he thought he was gonna get back into that house of his, but I put a stop to that too!" Kingston admitted.
"Wow, you really ARE influential, aren't you?" Dana continued flattering him.
Kingston grinned slyly as he rubbed her cheek with the back of his hand.
"Right now, I'd like to influence you," he whispered in her ear. "You are one FINE redbone," he moaned.
"Oh John....." Dana moaned back.
"I want you to come upstairs with me," he said as he got up from the couch.
"So soon?" she asked. "We just met, John," she said as she stayed seated.
The Reverand stood over her and looked annoyed.
"Don't play with me, woman. You wanted me from the time you walked through the front door," he said as he yanked her arm and tried to get her to stand up.
"Ouch!! John you're hurting me!! Stop!!" she said as she angrily yanked her arm back.
Back in the van, Eddie hears whats going on and doesn't like it.
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"Guys we got to go!!! I think Dana is in trouble." panic Eddie.
"Not so fast Sutton she hasn't said the secret code yet." said Powell.
"Are you serious?!?!" angered Eddie.
Meanwhile Dana was trying to fight off Kingston, but he continued grabbed Dana.
"Please let go of me." frightened Dana.
"You no good cunt you tried lead me on to something? Your ass ain't going nowhere until I get what I want." said Kingston.
Then suddenly Kingston tore off Dana's blouse and found out she's been wired.
"You fuckin' whore you tried to set me up?!?!" angered Kingston
Things Kingston smakced Dana and she fell on the floor hard. Dana tried to get up but Kingston pinned her down.
"You fuckin' slut you ain't nothing but a cock teased. You gonna give you what you whores really derserves." said Kingston as he pulled down his pants.
Then Dana kicked Kingston in the family jewels and Kingston screaming like a girl. Then Dana sprayed him with mase and tried to escape. But Kingston grabbed Dana and started tearing off her skirt and tried to ripped of her panties. Dana creaming very loud. Eddie, Lund and Powell heard the noise.
"MAN DAMN THE SECRET CODE I'M GOING IN!!" snapped Eddie.
"Me too!!" said Lund.
"Hey guys wait up." said Powell.
Soon Eddie, Lund and Powell busted in just in time to stop Kingston.
"FREEZE DON"T MOVE!!!" yelled Lund and Powell.
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A few minutes later, a handcuffed and disgraced John Kingston was being led down the walkway of his home to the paddy wagon by Lund and Powell as Dana and Eddie watched from the sidelines, both embarrassed and upset.
"Look at me, Eddie! Look at my clothes! I mean look at MARLA'S CLOTHES!! She's gonna kill me!! Do you know how much this suit cost her?!" Dana fussed, her nerves rattled.
"You're right---you can't go home like this. You'll be arrested for indecent exposure. Tell you what, I'll run upstairs and see if any of Anita Kingston's clothes are still in the closet. Maybe you can put something on," he offered.
"Thanks, Eddie," she said as she stood in the middle of the livingroom with just a torn slip on.
Soon he returned with a dress in his hand. "Here you go," he said as he awkwardly gave it to her.
"Thanks, Eddie," she said as she hurried and put it on. "I can't believe that maniac! He was trying to rape me!"
"Dana, why didn't you use the code word?" Eddie asked, frustrated.
Dana looked embarrassed.
"Dana? Why didn't you?" he asked again.
"Eddie, I was so scared I forgot what it was!" she finally admitted.
Eddie looked at her in disbelief for a few seconds and then burst out in laughter. Dana thought about the situation and soon started laughing herself. Quickly though her laughter turned into crying as reality set in and she began sobbing uncontrollably.
Eddie took her in his arms to comfort her. "Dana, Dana, everything's over and you did a great job," he consoled her.
"Eddie I was TERRIFIED the whole time...." she admitted still sobbing in his arms.
"So? That's okay---it's normal. It means you're HUMAN, Dana. I used to be terrified lots of times when I was a cop on the beat, but I still did a good job, and so did you. And I thank you from the bottom of my heart for what you did. You helped me catch the S.O.B. that trashed my house and that means alot to me."
The two of them stood quietly in Kingston's empty house, still embracing.
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Meanwhile back at Mrs. Antoni's house Jenn came home eraly from work.
"Hey Jenn you home early." said Marla.
"Yeah I decided to take the rest of the weeek off to relax." said Jenn.
"Good you need it. You've been working very hard." said Marla.
"Where Natalie & The twins?" asked Jenn.
"In the kitchen. I fixed them a little snack." said Marla.
"I hope they won't too much trouble." concerned Jenn.
"They were handful but they are angels. A Grandmother does has it benefits." said Marla
Soon Jenn celphone rang and it was Vera.
"Hey Vera." answered Jenn.
"Girl turn on channel 6 you are not going to believe this." laughed Vera.
Jenn turned on the tv and saw Rev. Kingston in his underwear being handcuffed.
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"Oh my Lord......." Jenn remarked. "They actually pulled it off!!"
"Who? What are you talking about, Jenn?" Vera asked.
"Eddie was behind this arrest. Him, Kevin Lund and Dana," she explained.
"Dana! What's she got to do with any of this?" Vera asked.
"Why do you think he's in nothing but his drawers?" Jenn asked.
"Huh?" Vera was still confused.
"Thanks for calling me sis, but I gotta get off the phone. I'll tell you all about it later," Jenn promised hanging up.
Marla was close by listening and watching the tv.
"So Jenn, what was the top secret mission Dana and Eddie were on? No one would tell me this morning," she said.
"Dana went undercover and got Kingston to admit to trashing my house while Eddie and his partners recorded the confession," Jenn explained still watching the news report.
"Well I saw Kingston in his BVDs, but where's Eddie and Dana?" Marla asked.
Jenn shook her head. "I dunno. Eddie was supposed to call me and keep me posted, but I haven't heard anything from him."
"So are you gonna call him?" Marla asked.
"I think I'd better," Jenn decided as she dialed Eddie's cell.
Back in Kingston's livingroom alone, Eddie and Dana were just about to cross the line when his cellphone rang.
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Let me get that Dana." said Eddie.
Eddie got up and answer his cell.
"Eddie!!" Jenn answered.
"Jenn I was just about to call you." lied Eddie.
"Huh Huh I see!" said Jenn unconvinced.
"Just to let you know we finally busted Kingston and they are taken him to the station." said Eddie.
"I know it's on t.v. I see that fool walking in his drawers in shame. How is Dana?" asked Jenn.
"She fine. Dana is a little shaken up but she'll pull through. Dana is a strong girl. She really did good out there." said Eddie.
"I see you and Dana make a pretty good team." said Jenn.
"Yeah but you and I make a better one." said Eddie trying to make Jenn feel better.
"I just hope you will get your job back Eddie." said Jenn.
"I hope so too." said Eddie.
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When he finished talking to Jenn, Eddie knew what he had to do.
"Dana, it's time for us to get out of here before we do something we'll regret," he told her as he led her to the front door.
"I wasn't trying to seduce you, Eddie," she started to explain.
"I know, I know. This whole sting operation just has our emotions running on overdrive. I wasn't trying anything either---you were crying and I was just being....."
"You were just being a gentleman as usual," Dana said finishing his sentence before he could.
"Like you said, Eddie, let's get out of here so you can get back to your wife," she continued with a smile.
As they walked to the car, Eddie put his arm around Dana's shoulders in a friendly sort of way.
"You know, Dana, if I get my job back, I just might recommend you for undercover work!" he joked.
"Ha ha, very funny, Eddie Sutton! Very funny!" she replied sarcastically.
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Meanwhile back at the Rev. Everyone was continued rehearsing. Lizzie spotted Devin.
"Devin" said Lizzie.
"Lizard am I glad to see your pretty face." said Devin.
"I'm happy to see you too. You haven't hang with us all day. I hope everything is alright." said Lizzie.
"It's all good Lizard." said Devin ashe avoid talking about what happened last night.
Want to come over to dinner tonight since it is the last night of rehearsal." wondered Lizzie.
"I don't think that's a good idea Lizzie." said Devin.
"Oh come on. You skipped out the last time you were here." said Lizzie.
"Oh alright you talk me into it. I still have to beat you in pool." joked Devin.
"You never played." said Lizzie.
"I know that's why I'm going to beat you." laughed Devin.
"Now that's the Devin I know." said Lizzie.
"Here is something you have missed." said Devin.
Then Devin kissed Lizzie. Lizzie was thrown off guard.
"Whoa someone is a little out of practice." said Devin.
"It's been awhile." said Lizzie as she still has feelings for Jeron.
"Well since you are here let me play you a song." said Devin.
"Okay." said Lizzie.
(Hey Candygwen the pic you posted up for Giselle. What is the model's name?)
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(im sorry batman642, but i don't know. i just searched for blondes w/long hair and i thought she looked the most like giselle. i didn't see any name)
As he prepared to start the song, Lund and Powell walked into the Rev looking for Devin. Robin directed them to where Devin was.
"What's the problem officers?" Devin asked worried when they approached him.
"It's about your Dad, Devin," Lund told him.
"My Dad?! Is he alright?!" Devin asked, very worried.
"Yeah, Mr. Lund, is Reverand Kingston okay?" Lizzie asked, just as worried.
"I really need to talk to Devin in private, Lizzie," Lund told her.
"Come with us, son," Powell told Devin as he escorted him to an empty area at the Rev.
Then they proceeded to inform Devin that his father was behind bars.
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(That's okay Candygwen. It doesn't matter. At least you found the model to be Giselle.)
"WHAT!!?!? WHY THE HELL DID YOU DO THAT FOR?" snapped Devin.
"Son you don't understand. He did a very bad thing." said Lund.
"Plus he's in alot of trouble." said Powell.
"Devin we need you to come down to the station with us to asked some question." said Lund.
"I ain't going nowhere with you." said Devin.
"Son please. Look you are not in any trouble. Bt it's important that you come with us. I know he did he has hurt you. We cannot help you if you do not coorpaerate with us." said Lund.
So Devin ent with Lund and Powell reluntantly. Everyone watched Devin get in the police car. They were all confused.
"Robin what's going on? Where are they taking Devin?" worried Lizzie as hugging Robin.
"I don't know Lizzie but I may I have an idea on what's going on." said obin consoling Lizzie.
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Suddenly, Robin realized that Lizzie was actually crying.
"Hey, Shorty, get a hold of yourself...." he encouraged her. "Devin's in good hands--he'll be okay!"
"So many bad things have happened lately---starting with Michael Jackson dying! Now we're trying to put on this Tribute Show, and stuff like this still keeps happening! First my house gets trashed, then the Rev, and now Devin's Dad is in jail! So what's gonna happen to Devin? He can't stay in his house by himself, Robin! They'll probably send him back to Chicago to live with his mother again!" Lizzie wept.
"Come on now, Lizzie. You're the one that always tells the rest of us to have faith---right? So where's your faith? Things are gonna work out--you'll see!" he said trying to cheer her up.
Robin bent down and got on one knee so that he was eye level with Lizzie, and then tenderly wiped the tears from her face.
"Don't cry anymore, Shorty," he told her.
"Robin, you were even crying before over Cassie," Lizzie reminded him.
"No, that was my allergy," he replied as he stood up again.
"Robin, you don't have allergies!" Lizzie contradicted him.
Robin tried to keep a straight face but couldn't, and soon both of them were laughing.
"Okay, okay, you busted me," he admitted. "But you better not tell anyone you saw me crying...." he warned her.
"It's a deal -- as long as you don't tell anyone you saw me crying," she bargained.
"It'll be our secret, Shorty---yours and mine," he promised her.
Lizzie smiled, happy once again. "Cool," she agreed, shaking his hand. "And thanks for being so nice to me, Robin."
He smiled back at her as they shook hands. "You're welcome, Lizzie. But I'm not just being nice, I'm being real. I really mean that things will work out for your friend, Devin. You'll see," he assured her.
"I believe you," she said with confidence.
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"Come on lets get back to work. We have a big show tomorrow and we have to be 110% ready." said Robin.
"Right lets go." said Lizzie.
Then suddenly Lizzie ran into Kendra.
"Hey Lizzie is our costume made yet?" asked Kendra.
"Of course..Robin's have them all made." said Lizzie.
"Cool before I go and get my costume ready I just want to say thank you." said Kendra.
"Thanks for what?" confused Lizzie.
"For being my friend." said Kendra.
"It's no big deal Kendra." said Lizzie.
"It is to me. You are only that really understood me. And you also put up with me especially when I got drunk you never stop being my friend. I couldn't understand why. You almost like a siste to me. I know you would never hurt me." said Kendra.
Then Lizzie started to feel guilty about Kendra's costume she destroyed.
"So that's all I want to say. So where is our outfit?" asked Kendra.
"It's not ready yet." said Lizzie.
"But you said Robin's mother have the costumes made already." confused Kendra.
"Yeah but she is putting the finsihing touches on them. So it may take time." said Lizzie.
"Well I hope she hurry up. I want to tryem on." said Kendra.
"Hey lets work on our number." said Lizzie.
"Good idea." said Kendra.
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Robin was kind of tired so he took a break and sat and watched Lizzie and Kendra rehearse, as he reflected on his conversation with Lizzie about Devin.
He was so deep in thought, he didn't even realize his mother had come and sat down at the table with him.
"So how long are you just going to ignore me, Robin? I thought everything was alright between us," she finally said.
"Huh? OH!! MOM!! How long have you been sitting here?" he asked as he snapped back to reality.
"You mean you weren't ignoring me?" she asked sort of relieved.
"Ignoring you? Of course not! I was just thinking is all...." he said sadly.
"About????" she asked concerned.
"Devin and what he's going through. I just told Lizzie everything's gonna work out for him, but I'm not sure of that. I just wanted her to feel better."
"Where is he anyway?" Monica asked looking around.
"They took him to the station because his dad was arrested earlier."
"Reverand Kingston was arrested?" Monica asked stunned.
"That's right, Mom."
This time Monica was quiet, deep in thought.
"Mom?"
"I was just thinking about your father's funeral and how mad I got at Eddie Sutton for saying that the Reverand was abusive to his wife and kids. I guess Eddie was right all along...."
"Yeah, I remember that too."
"So now that Kingston is arrested, what will happen to Devin?" Monica asked.
"Mom, you know as well as I do what's gonna happen to him. He's gonna be thrown into the system until he gets shipped back to live with his mother in Chicago."
"That boy deserves better than that!" Monica replied.
"Any ideas?" Robin asked.
"Yes I've got an idea, Robin. I'm going down to the station to see if we can keep Devin at our house. That would be better than sending him to some foster home!"
Robin's face lit up. "Mom that's an awesome idea!"
"And after that I'm going home to my soft comfortable bed. Do you realize I haven't slept in over 24 hours? I've been sewing like a mad woman!" she said as she stood up and prepared to leave.
"Thanks for all of your help, Mom. You're the best!"
"Why don't you come down to the station with me?" she invited him. "I could use the moral support."
"Okay, let's do this," he agreed as they headed for the exit door together.
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Soon Robin called everybody.
"Attention Ladies and Gentlemen...and Charles. That's a wrapped and I want to thank everyone for coming out and supporting the tribute. You all did a wonderful job rehearsing and I know will do great at the show tomorrow. This is going to be the best show ever. Oh yes I almost forgot I also want to thank the for shorties for coming up with the idea of the Tribute Lizzie, Tay, Kendra, & Jeron. Give these kids around of applause for making it possible." said Robin.
Everyone applauded Lizzie, Tay, Jeron, & Kendra.
"I feel like a superstar already." said Kendra.
ThenMonica was staring down at Robin.
"Oh yes and a round of applause to the person who spent 24 hours nonstop making the costumes. My mother and designer Monica Morgan." said Robin.
Everyone applauded and Monica was blushing.
"Alright see you all tomorrow. At the tribute." said Robin.
"Lizzie guess what I got the outfits. I can't wait to try them on tomorrow at the tribute." said Kendra.
"Kendra wait!!" said Lizzie as she tried to stop Kendra.
"Gotta go see you tomorrow." said Kendra leaving.
"What have I done." said Lizzie.
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As everyone prepared to leave, Lulu noticed Lizzie from across the room and didn't like the expression on her face,
so she made her way through the crowd over to Lizzie to give her a pep talk.
She walked up behind Lizzie andp layfully bumped into her. "Hey! Why the long face?" Lulu asked.
Lizzie wouldn't even look up. "You know why," she replied.
Lulu sighed and put her arm around Lizzie. "Let's go for a little walk," she suggested, giving her a friendly squeeze.
They walked out of the Rev and over to the side of the building where no one could hear them.
"Lizzie, you called me a few weeks ago for advice about Kendra and I gave you advice. I told you to get friendly with her because she's the enemy and you should always keep them close so you'll know what's up. You liked the advice, and you took the advice and now you're trying to punk out. I don't understand you!" Lulu explained.
"Lulu I know, I know. Everything you're saying is true! But I don't think of Kendra as the enemy anymore. She really has become my friend and I don't want to embarrass her in front of hundreds of people!"
Lulu crossed her arms in front of her chest and looked at Lizzie, shaking her head.
"Girl.....she has played a serious head game on you! I'm warning you, Lizzie---don't fall for it! Kendra was bad news from the start and she's still bad news and now is the time to make your move and get rid of her once and for all! Remember this: All is fair in love and war," Lulu said as she walked away.
Lizzie stood and watched as Lulu caught up with Robin and Monica.
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"I just don't know what to do anymore." sighed Lizzie.
"Lizzie come on. You know how and Dad get when we're late." said Tay.
"Oh okay." said Lizzie.
"Are you still worry about Devin. Look Devin will be alright. It's probably some misunderstnding." sai Tay.
"I hope you're right Tay." said Lizzie.
Meanwhile Eddie and Dana arrived back at Marla.
"Thanks again for rscuing me Eddie." said Dana.
"Don't mention it. Thanks again for helping us. This really means alot." said Eddie.
"That's what friends are for." said Dana.
Soon Eddie and Dana stared into each others eyes an just when they were about to kissed. Jenn walked in and the two broke away very quickly.
"Hey my hero of the day." said Jenn kissing Eddie.
"Hey the real hero is standing over here." said Eddie pointing at Dana.
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"Oh Eddie stop it! You're embarrassing me!" Dana gushed.
"No, Dana, he's right," Jenn said as she stepped up and gave Dana an awkward hug. "Thank you very much. We owe you alot for what you did. You really could've been hurt or even killed for that matter!"
"Well----you're welcome," Dana told Jenn. "Right now I just want to get upstairs and take this ugly dress off and jump in the shower."
"You deserve it," Eddie said.
Dana went upstairs leaving the couple alone.
"So Eddie, tell me everything!" Jenn said anxiously.
"Later Jenn. I'm really beat and I need a long hot shower myself," he said sounding tired.
Jenn felt bad for him. "Poor baby...." she said as she gave him a hug. "Want some company in the shower?"
Eddie felt guilty about his close calls with Dana but tried to hide it. "I'd love your company in the shower."
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Meanwhile Charles, Cassie & the rest of the kids arrived home.
"Hey guys!" greeted Marla.
"Hey." said the children.
"So how was the last day of rehearsal?" asked Marla.
"Mom it was great. This tribute is going to the best." said Charles.
"You should've seen him Mrs. A. He was wonderful." said Cassie.
"I will. I'm looking forward to the watching the tribute. I better have some really good seats." said Marla.
"Don't worry mom you will." said Charles.
"It's been a long day. I better go check on the twins." said Cassie.
"I'll join you beautiful but I have to take a shower. Care to join me?" said Charles.
"Oh yes I most certainly do." said Cassie kissing Charles.
"Mrs. Antoni your son and Cassie are about to get freaky in the shower." yelled Tay.
"WHAT!!!" shouted Marla.
"Nothing Mrs. A!!! He was just joking." said Cassie.
"It's better be a joke." said Marla.
As the two went pass Tay Cassie slapped Tay acrossed the head.
"Ouch!!" snapped Tay.
"Don't worry beautiful we will sneak in the bathroom" said Charles.
"I'll be rady for you Charles."said Cassie.
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Cassie went into the nursery to check on the twins. While she was in there, her cell phone rang. She didn't recognize the number and when she answered it, she couldn't believe who was on the other end of the phone.
"Hello, is this Cassie? Cassie Sutton?"
Cassie recognized the voice right away. "KATE?! OMG!!" she squealed happily.
Kate laughed. "Hi! You recognized my voice! I'm so glad, Cassie!"
"OF COURSE I DO---OMG!!"
"Calm down!" Kate laughted.
"I'm sorry! I'm just so happy to hear from you is all," Cassie explained.
"You've been on my mind alot, Cassie. How've you been?" Kate asked.
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"I've been doing pretty good. I'm working on this MJ tribute show." said Cassie.
"OMG I have heard about that. Are you in it?" asked Kate.
"Not exactly!!! I am contributing to the show by doing a painting of MJ." said Cassie.
"That's wonderful. I still can't believe that the King of Pop is gone." said Kate.
"I know I still can't believe it either. It is so devastating." said Cassie.
"He so did not deserve to die like that." said Kate.
"Yeah you know that Charles is performing at the tribute." said Cassie.
"He is really? That is so cool. You must be really happy for him." said Kate.
"Oh I am. I'm really am. I am so proud of Charles." said Cassie.
"I take it things are going well for you two." wondered Kate.
"They are. Charles and I ar
