The Lady Perry Thing (Full Episode)

            

   1x15 - The Lady Perry Thing         

-Champions! – Mr. Allen greeted the whole club, as he walked into the Choir Room – You killed it, guys! You truly did – He smiled – I saw a video that someone uploaded to YouTube of Chandelier, and damn! That was amazing – He clapped – You did deserve it –

-Thank you so much, Mr. Allen – Shane declared – We are also glad that you got to see us at the very end –

-I told you I wouldn’t miss it – James smiled – But now that we have won the first stage, we have to get ready for stage two: Regionals! – He added, followed by another round of cheering by the club.

-So, now, guys, we have to…-James was cut by Jude and Sky, who walked into the club, discussing.

-I’m just telling you something, Gaga is better – Jude commented – I mean, you can’t compare Birthday with Just Dance! – He shook his head.

-Just like you can’t compare Thinking of You with all Artpop – Sky replied

-Fair enough – Jude crossed his arms – Hello, Mr. Allen –

-Hi, guys – James greeted – Wait, is this Katy vs. Gaga still a thing? – He asked

-And it’s stronger than ever – Sky said, as she sat in the chair.

-Yeah, just today, #KatyIsTheNewQueen and #GagaIsTheTrueNewQueen were trending at Twitter – Jude added- and I got blocked because of my tweeting of the latter – He giggled.

-I don’t all the hype for those two; yeah, Katy is hot and Gaga has the voice but, they’re just overrated – Joe mentioned – I simply don’t get it –

-Katy also has the voice! – Arfa commented – Haven’t you seen all the acoustic songs she has done live? – He added - She is also hot as hell -

-Are you implying that Gaga isn’t hot? – Kyle raised his eyebrow – She’s gorgeous! – He crossed his arms.

-Are we really fighting about this? – Maya said, with her hand in her face, ashamed – Are you serious? This is too 2013 –

-I have an idea – James interrupted the whole fight – Someone, anyone, tell me. What makes gaga music, Gaga? – He asked

-Well, she’s risky, she’s not afraid to try new stuff and she’s always ready to smash one hell of a party hit – Jude replied, faster than ever.

-Okay, noted – James smiled – Now. What makes Katy music, Katy? – He asked.

-Katy Perry is special because her music is calmed and easy – Sydney replied – She’s soft and very girl-next-door – She said.

-Also noted – James repeated, now grabbing a marker – Now, stand up the ones that relate more to Katy music than Gaga, hurry! – He instructed, as Arfa, Becca, Matt, Sky, Shane, and Sydney stood up.

-Emily, come on – Arfa said to his girlfriend – Stand up – He added, smiling–

-Ah, I don’t like Katy – She said, as Arfa’s shocked face made Kyle laugh.

-Well, I have the names of the Katy Cats already on the board, the rest of you are Lil’ Monsters, right? – He joked

-I’m not – Joe said – I can’t stand neither of them and I will not feel alright – He said, as Maya rolled her eyes.

-Good, so, I’m writing down the rest of your names under the Gaga hashtag in the board – He smiled, as he kept on writing.

-Why are we doing this, Mr. Allen? – Matthew asked.

-Because…-James paused, and continued after he finished writing – The Katys, this side – He pointed to the piano – The Gagas, to my left – He smiled – And Joe, stay there, I guess –

-Still confused – Matthew giggled.

-Now, kids – James sat in front of the kids, who were standing up – The Katys: I want you to do a Katy song that reflects everything Lady Gaga is; crazy, pop, innovative – He said, now heading to the other team – Gagas, I want you to take the soft, calmed, sweet side of Katy and put it down on a Gaga song – He then stood up –

-That’s your weekly assignment – He smiled- Performances start on Wednesday, end of the class – He said, as the bell rang. __________________

-Em, wait up - Arfa chased the girl – Why you never told me you didn’t like Katy? You know I love her – He asked, kind of sad.

-I don’t know; I guess we never truly got to talk about Katy Perry or Lady Gaga or anything related to pop – She commented – I have also realized that we haven’t sung a duet in our history together in the club – She said.

-What about Total Eclipse? – Arfa asked – We sang it to Sydney –

-Well, all you did was say “Turn around” – She laughed – What if we sing a song this week? I’d like to suggest Love Game by Gaga – Emily smiled.

-I was thinking more of Thinking of You – Arfa suggested – It’s a love song, after all –

-And Love Game isn’t? – Emily raised her eyebrow – Doesn’t matter, we’ll chose later – She added.

-Oh, I also wanted to tell you something – Arfa remembered – My parents have officially invited you to come over the Garcia’s home – He said.

-Really? – Emily smiled – I would love to. When? – She asked.

-This Wednesday – Arfa answered – After glee club, I would give you a ride to my house – He commented.

-It’s a plan – She smiled – I also want to meet the great Cristina Garcia – Emily laughed – Your sister is kind of making popularity history at Yale –

-Oh my god – Arfa said, as he looked at his phone – It looks like you’ll meet the Cristina from Yale sooner – He looked at Emily. -Why? – Emily asked, receiving no response.

-ARFAXAD! – Emily heard a scream from behind, as Arfa walked upon it, taking Emily by her hand.

-Cristina! – Arfa smiled, as he hugged a tiny girl – What are you doing here? I thought you were coming until tomorrow – He asked, still shocked.

-Well, well – Cristina said – Rufus, my boyfriend, bought the tickets online and we were supposed to travel tonight but there was some confusion, I ended up hitting a security guard and we’re here – She laughed – But oh my god, honey, you’re too skinny, you need some soup from Grandma – She joked.

-It’s nice to have you back, Cris – Arfa added – Oh, she is my girlfriend; Emily – Arfa introduced the girl to his sister – Emily, this is Cristina Garcia, my ancient sister –

-Oh my god, I am finally meeting Emily Lancaster? – Cristina replied – Sister, we have a lot to talk about, yes we do – She smiled – Arfaxad, I still look younger than you – She crossed her arms.

-Yes, she does – Emily also joined the joke, as Arfa opened his mouth, pretty much offended.

-I like this girl – Cristina wide smiled – She’s a keeper! – She whispered to Arfa really loud, making Emily laugh.

-Well, what’s your next class, buddies? – Cristina added – Tell me about it –

-I have Gym – Emily replied – Arfa has biology – She also answered.

-Oh, okay – Cristina said – And, with which one of you I’m going? I’m running miles with you? – She asked Emily – or do I get to see dead animals with my little brother? – She asked Arfa.

-You’ll come with me – Arfa said, as he took Cristina by the arm and said goodbye to Emily with a kiss. ___________________

Meanwhile, at the Cafeteria…

-I know what I’m saying, Jude – Alyce exclaimed, as both sat in a table – He’s marvelous, we’ve been dating for like, a week –

-You call that dating? – Jude raised his eyebrow – It’s been a week only –

-At least he asked me out and he didn’t just put his tongue in my mouth like Kyle did with you, baby – Alyce returned the joke.

-Okay – Jude rolled his eyes, as he gave his sandwich a bite – So, tell, when I am meeting this guy? I need to approve it –

-Meet who? – Lily commented, as she arrived to the place – Can I sit? –

Jude said “yes” with his head as he explained – Alyce’s soon to be boyfriend – He smiled – They have been going out for a whole week – -Oh, do we know him? – Lily asked, sassy.

-I don’t think so – Alyce – He got suspended for some stuff he didn’t do and he’ll come back tomorrow, I think –

Lily then started to think…to realize…What if Alyce’s date was no other than Jamie Torres? After all, he got suspended weeks ago, and he was supposed to come back the day after.

-I can’t wait for you guys to meet him – Alyce smiled – Also, Sky, we’re kind of the crew on here – She added, as Jude smiled, while Lily kept on thinking.

-We’ll be happy to meet that boy – Jude touched Alyce’s arm, as he looked at Lily – Are you okay? – He asked.

-Oh yeah, it’s the food of this place; I can’t believe you are actually eating it –

-It’s good! – Alyce replied, before biting her sandwich.

-I don’t think so – Lily added, trying to smile – And if you need any help with your crush, don’t even doubt to ask me – She said to Alyce, before walking away from the table.

-She’s acting weird – Alyce said

-She’s like that – Jude shrugged – Lily has had a pretty rough year –

Alyce nodded as she gave her sandwich another bite.

-Really good – She laughed. ___________________

Back in the Choir Room…

-Alright, guys, who’s performing first? – James asked, excited in the auditorium.

-As the 10 ft. of Sparkling purple silk that I ordered will arrive until today, I think the Gagas should go first – Becca said, looking at her Katy mates.

-Gagas? Is that right for you? – James asked.

-Yeah, we’re ready – Maya commented – We really didn’t need a lot of gimmicks, it will be…an eargasmic show – She smiled, as she stood up from her sit, followed by all the Gagas.

-Then, whenever you’re ready – James smiled – Pay attention, Katys – He added, looking at the other team – And Joe –

Before Joe could even speak, Just Dance by Lady Gaga started to play, but, this time, with the chords of a guitar.

Maya: I've had a little bit too much All of the people start to rush, start to rush by How does he twist the dance? Can't find a drink, oh man Where are my keys? I lost my phone

Lily: What's going on on the floor? I love this record baby but I can't see straight anymore

Alyce: Keep it cool, what's the name of this club? I can't remember but it's alright, it's alright

As the Gagas continued to sing, the Katys looked kind of terrified of how “Katy” the Gagas were able to transform the song.

Jude with The Gagas harmonizing: Just dance, gonna be okay, da da doo-doo-mmm Just dance, spin that record babe, da da doo-doo-mmm Just dance, gonna be okay, d-d-d-dance

Alyce and Jude: When I come through on the dance floor checkin' out that catalog Can't believe my eyes, so many women without a flaw

Lily and Kyle: And I ain't gon' give it up, steady tryin' to pick it up like a car I'ma hit it, I'ma hit it and flex and do it until tomorrow yeah

Emily and Jude with Lily and The Gagas: Just dance, gonna be okay, da da doo-doo-mmm Just dance, spin that record babe, da da doo-doo-mmm Just dance, gonna be okay, d-d-d-dance Dance, dance, just dance

As the song ended, everyone clapped, while the Gagas smiled.

-That was such a great job, guys! – James clapped for them again – Watch out, Katys – He said, looking at the other team. __________________

-Are you ready? – Arfa smiled, as he pulled his hair back with his hand – They’re not that bad – He joked.

They were in front of Arfa’s house, with Emily terrified of meeting his parents.

-Let’s go, then – She smiled, nervous.

Arfa then put his hand on the door, but before opening it, Cristina did it from inside.

-You’re finally here, damn! – The girl replied – mom and dad have been really excited about meeting this lady – She added – Come in! – The couple then walked into the house, as they heard a voice from the second floor – Cristina, are they already here? – The feminine voice asked.

-Yes, ma’am, they’re finally here – Cristina replied. Meanwhile, another voice was heard from the kitchen.

-Mija? Is Arfa home with his girlfriend? – They heard.

-Yes, pap, they’re both here – She answered.

As she said that, a man in a suit emerged from the corridor.

-Arfaxad, mijo, come here! – The man asked, effusive to his son – Hombre! – He said, in Spanish, as Emily smiled, confused.

Arfa smiled as he hugged his father – Hi – He laughed.

-How was school today? – He asked – Buena? – He said, in Spanish, again.

-Buena – Arfa replied, smiling. He looked at Emily, then – Emily, I’d love you to meet Alfredo Garcia, my father – He said – He loves to speak Spanish in random moments to confuse people –

Emily smiled and extended her hand to the man, who took it and grabbed the girl close to him to hug her.

-Pap – Arfa said, ashamed – People often freak out when you do that –

-So? I like to give people love – Alfredo replied – Nice to meet you, lady. You can call me Freddie or Arfa’s pap – He smiled.

-It’s amazing to finally meet you, Mr. Garcia – Emily smiled - And, where’s Mrs. Garcia? – She asked.

-Coming down – They all heard the voice from the stairs – Oh my god! – Arfa’s mom exclaimed when she saw Emily – You are the cutest thing ever! – She hugged the girl, making Arfa blush again.

-Claire Garcia, a pleasure – She greeted the girl – What are we waiting for? Let’s go have some tacos! –

As Arfa’s whole family walked upon the dining room, Emily asked.

-Are we actually eating tacos? – She said.

-No, they’re joking – Arfa replied – We only have tacos on Tuesday, which was yesterday – He laughed.

-Okay? – Emily looked confused as hell.

-I’m also joking, that we’re half Mexican doesn’t mean we eat tacos all day – The boy smiled and took the girl’s hand.

As Arfa’s whole family was already in the table, the young couple arrived. And as Arfa pulled a chair out for Emily, his mom served the food.

-I hope you like lamb stew with a spice of chili – Clair said – It’s like a mix of our cultures – She said, as she served some of the food in Emily’s dish.

-I love chili – Emily smiled – Thank you Mrs. Garcia – She said.

As Claire finished serving the food, she sat down in the table, smiling.

-So, Emily, how long have you and Arfa been going out? – She asked, taking some of the stew.

-It’s going to be two months next week – She smiled – It has been an amazing lapse of time –

-I know – Arfa added – We didn’t start that great but we have made it, actually – He suspired.

As Freddie finished his dish, he took some more of the chili alone, making Emily smile.

-Chili is always awesome – Freddie answered – You don’t even have to have something to eat it with, it’s amazing all alone –

-Yes, it is – Emily replied, excited – This lamb is also wonderful –

-Thank you – Cristina interrupted – Ma’am did it but, I bought it – She laughed.

-So, Mr. and Mrs. Garcia, how did you meet each other? – Emily asked, wide smiling.

-Oh no, she didn’t ask that – Cristina claimed, worried.

-Yes, she did – Arfa confirmed – It’s going to be a fun couple of hours – He laughed.

-The story is not that long! – Claire reprimand her son – You both also love it – She referred to both Garcia’s.

-Okay, let’s start with the time when I had the chance to make a trip to Puerto Vallarta; it’s a place in Mexico– Freddie started to tell the story.

As the minutes passed by, and both Arfa and Cristina were about to fall asleep, Emily just looked at both adults, amazed by the story.

-And well, twenty years later, we’re still together – Claire finished the story, as Emily was close from crying – Oh, darling, did we bore you? I’m so sorry –

-No, not at all – Emily replied- It’s just that, your story is so amazing – She smiled, cleaning up her eyes.

-And how did your parents met? – Cristina asked, curious.

As Cristina asked that, Emily’s whole spirit changed, a worry face took the place of her smile.

-Did I say something wrong? – Cristina asked.

-Oh, not at all – Emily quickly smiled back – Well, um – Emily stuttered – My stepdad is a doctor; and his wife is a teacher of kinder garden –

-Stepdad? – Claire reacted – I’m sorry if the theme makes you uncomfortable, we’re sorry –

-It’s okay, Mrs. Garcia – Emily forced a smile – Also, I think it’s time for me to leave, it’s kind of late –

-We can take you home – Freddie suggested – Arfa, go turn the truck on – He asked his younger son –

-Thank you, Mr. Garcia – The young girl thanked – It was amazing having this time with you all, you’re an amazing family – She added, once that Arfa left.

-Thanks to you, Emily – Claire replied – If you make our son happy, you make all of us happy – She smiled.

-For sure, maybe sometime both families can have one huge meeting – Freddie added – I would love to meet your parents –

-Yes, of course – Emily agreed – I’ll tell Arfa when – She smiled, as they all saw Arfa coming back.

-Ready? – He asked Emily, as she said yes with her head and stood up – Pap, we’re ready – He said to his dad.

Freddie agreed as he walked out of the dining room, while Emily said goodbye to Claire and Cristina.

-Comeback soon girl – Cristina said – I’ll be here, well, not actually, I’ll go back to Yale next Tuesday, but, my parents are normal enough, so, comeback – She hugged the girl.

-I’ll be back – Emily imprisoned the famous movie line.

-Emily, pap is waiting – Arfa intervened – Let’s go – He smiled.

Emily then followed Arfa as he opened the door.

-Your family…they’re traditionally weird – Emily said – In the good way, they’re so funny –

-Yeah, the Garcia’s are like this – Arfa claimed – So, when am I meeting your parents? I think my pap’s idea was great, we could all just merge –

-I have to tell you something first – Emily looked right into her boyfriend’s eyes – But, not today –

-You are going to leave me in suspense? – Arfa said, worried – But I do respect it, tell when you’re ready – He said, as they arrived to Freddie’s truck and they jumped on it.

-So…where do you live? – Freddie asked, as both Arfa and Emily started to laugh. ______________________

The next day, back in the school day.

-So, you’re ready to meet the one who’s taking care of me? – Alyce asked Jude, who was excited.

-Yes, I am – Jude said – Bring him on! – He joked.

-Hi guys – Lily said – What are you up to today? – She smiled

-We’re waiting for Alyce’s sweetheart, he’s late – He whispered the last thing to Lily.

-Not so fast – Alyce smiled, as she ran towards the back of were Lily and Jude were sitting.

-Guys, I introduce you to Jamie Torres, my boyfriend – She smiled, as Jude did the same, but Lily’s whole presence dropped.

-Hello guys – Jamie said, as he noticed Lily – Lily? – He asked – Liliana Orviati? –

-Jamie – Lily tried to smile – It’s been a while –

-You know each other? – Alyce asked, confused.

-Yeah, Lily and I…- Jamie said

-We’re old friends – Lily interrupted – Right? –

-Yes, we are – Jamie – Hey, babe, can you bring some juice, please? – He asked Alyce.

-Sure, grape or apple? – She asked.

-Apple – Jamie smiled as he kissed her.

-Come with me – Alyce took Jude’s hand and took him away, as Jamie sat down in front of a terrified Lily.

-What are you up to, Jamie? – Lily asked right away.

-Excuse me? – Jamie answered with another question – What do you mean? –

-I mean, what are you up to with Alyce Harris? – The girl asked – I know you’re not a particularly nice boy –

-Oh, I get it; you like Alyce – Jamie laughed – I couldn’t expect any less from you – He rolled his eyes –

-Jamie, with all my love, go stuck this bread stick up to your – Lily stopped as she saw Jude and Alyce coming back – Hi guys – She faked. -Hello, have you talked about your lost time? – Alyce asked.

-Yes we have – Lily smiled – And if you excuse me, I have to go, I need to check some stuff for Lit class, and my new story, called “Poker Face” – She added, standing up and leaving the cafeteria.

Poker Face by Lady Gaga started to play.

Lily walks upon the halls singing the song.

Liliana (The Eargasmix): I wanna hold 'em like they do in Texas plays Fold 'em, let 'em, hit me, raise it baby stay with me Love Game intuition play the cards with spades to start And after he's been hooked I'll play the one that's on his heart

Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh-oh-e-oh-oh-oh I'll get him hot, show him what I've got Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh-oh-e-oh-oh-oh, I'll get him hot, show him what I've got

The girl is suddenly dancing along the cheerleaders at the Football Field, changing upon the halls.

Can't read my, Can't read my, No he can't read my poker face (She's got me like nobody) Can't read my Can't read my No he can't read my poker face (She is gonna let nobody)

Can't read my, Can't read my, No he can't read my poker face (She's got me like nobody) Can't read my Can't read my No he can't read my poker face (She is gonna let nobody)

Lily is then shown singing in the Choir Room, to her fellow glee club mates, as they seem to be enjoying it.

P p p poker face, p p p poker face (Muh muh muh muh) P p p poker face, p p p poker face (Muh muh muh muh)

(She is gonna let nobody)

P p p poker face, p p p poker face (Muh muh muh muh) P p p poker face, p p p poker face (Muh muh muh muh)

Lily ends the song, as the Eargasmix clap for her.

-I know this wasn’t part of the weekly assignment, but I wanted to do it, hope it was okay – Lily said.

-Amazing job, Lily – James cheered – You showed us another reason why Gaga is powerful – He added – But, we have to move on now, Katys, are you ready to show us the Gaga side of Katy Perry? – He asked to the group.

-Yes, we are – Arfa smiled – But we need to move on to the auditorium – He smirked.

-Yeah, we have a little surprise for y’all – Shane added.

E.T. by Katy Perry ft. Kanye West started to play, as the stage of the auditorium was dark and the only visible thing was the lips of the Katys, full of neon paint.

Shane then started to rap, as only his lips moving were visible.

Shane: I got a dirty mind I got filthy ways I'm tryna bathe my eyy, eyy, in your Milky Way

They calling me an alien A big headed astronaut Maybe it's because your boy Yeezy get it a lot

As the rap part ended, the song started and the whole stage blossomed in neon lights, with the Katys each one of them with a neon themed outfit. Arfa started to sing.

Arfa: You're so hypnotizing Could you be the devil Could you be an angel

Your touch magnetizing Feels like I am floating Leaves my body glowing

With the transition of singer, a new shade of neon appeared on the stage, lightning Sydney and Sky up.

Sydney (with Sky): They say (be afraid) You're not like the others Futuristic lover (Diff-erent DNA) They don't understand you

The lights went down, as we could only see their lips again.

Becca with Matthew (Becca): (You're from a) whole other world A different dimension You open my eyes And I'm ready to go Lead me into the light

As the chorus started, an explosion of lights turned the stage on, followed by some smoke.

Arfa with the Katys: Kiss me, ki-ki-kiss me Infect me with your loving Fill me with your poison

Take me, ta-ta-take me Wanna be a victim Ready for abduction

Sydney with the Katys: Boy, you're an alien Your touch so foreign It's supernatural Extraterrestrial

The lights went down again, only leaving one neon spotlight one; as Shane rapped.

Shane: I know a bar out in Mars Where they driving spaceships instead of cars Cop a Prada spacesuit about the stars Getting stupid "it" straight about the charge Pockets on Shrek, rockets on deck Tell me what's next, aliens have sex I'mma disrobe you, than I'mma probe you See I abducted you, so I tell ya what to do

As Shane ended his part, all the lights went on again, as the Katys were all over the stage, each one embodying the Gaga side of Katy.

Arfa with the Katys: Kiss me, ki-ki-kiss me Infect me with your loving Fill me with your poison

Take me, ta-ta-take me Wanna be a victim Ready for abduction

Sydney and Arfa with the Katys: Boy, you're, you're an alien Your touch so foreign It's supernatural Extraterrestrial

When the song ended, the Gagas and James clapped for them.

-What a show, guys! – James cheered them up – Both of the groups – He also looked over the Gagas -

-Thank you – Sydney replied – A huge shout out to my mom, who helped us to make these outfits –

-They rock! – Shane cheered. _____________________ The day after…at the halls.

-Emily! – Arfa looked for his girlfriend, finding her next to his locker, as he took his guitar off his back – This hall chasing is becoming really common between us, and the weight of this guitar isn’t helping – He said, making her smile.

-Yeah? – She asked

-Emily, yesterday you totally ignored me and today you’re not getting saved – Arfa replied – On Wednesday you told me that you would tell me something, and I really want to know what that something is – He added.

-Do I have a way out of this? – The girl asked, nervous, as Arfa denied with his head – Alright, I guess it’s time –

-Okay, now I am scared – Arfa said – You know? You can tell later if you want –

-No – Emily declared – It’s time –

-For what? – Arfa asked, getting more and more nervous – I’m really scared –

-Come on – Emily took her boyfriend’s hand and took him to an empty classroom –Alright, remember when we met and I didn’t want to date you? – She asked.

-I wouldn’t forget it – Arfa said, with a sad glance in his eyes – Why? –

-Because - She started, before taking some air - I really, really have a hard time believing in any kind of relationship – Emily answered – You remember in your parents’ dinner when they asked me about my parents? – The girl added, as Arfa confirmed with his head – Well, if you well remember, I said, my step-father and his wife –

-This is confusing, Emily – Arfa interrupted – I don’t’ get it –

-Look, I never met my father – Emily replied – And when I was 6, my mom met Jonathan, and they got married shortly after and I earned the Lancaster last name – She breathed out – And then, when, I was 11 my mom, my mom - She stopped for a couple of seconds - my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer – Emily’s eyes started to get red – She was a fighter, for six long months she did as much as she could to win the battle, but, at the end, she lost it – Emily started to tear up, as Arfa hugged her.

-I’m really, really sorry, Em – Arfa could only say – I had no idea –

-I’m fine – Emily said, trying to smile – Okay, then, my mom died the day before I turned 12, and Jon and I were devastated, but, two years ago, Jon met Helen, they fell in love and, they got married last year; they have baby twins –

-Oh my god – Arfa said – So, that means that you don’t… -

-I don’t live with any of my biological parents; I don’t even know if my dad is alive – Emily laughed, combined with tears – Jon is like a father to me, and Helen is an amazing woman, they’re my family – She said.

-I love you – Arfa let it out, realizing seconds later what he had said.

-I love you back – Emily smiled, hugging Arfa – By the way, did I mention that my mom and I lived in Nebraska for about 3 years? –

-Nope, you never did – Arfa smiled back – But it’s nice to know –

-Why? – Emily asked

-Because this song fits you so much, then – Arfa smiled, as he pulled out the guitar and he started to play the chords of You and I by Lady Gaga.

Arfa: It's been a long time since I came around Been a long time but I'm back in town And this time I'm not leaving without you

You say sit back down where you belong In the corner of my bar with your high heels on Sit back down on the couch where we fall in love the first time And you said to me there's

Arfa continued to sing, as Emily kept on smiling.

(Something), something, something about this place (Something), something about lonely nights And your lipstick on my face (Something), something, something about my cool Nebraska girl Yeah something about baby you and I

With the Nebraska references, Emily laughed every time.

(Something), something, something about the chase (six whole years) I am a New York woman born to rock you down So want your lipstick all over my face (Something), something, something about just knowing when it's right So put your dreams up for Nebraska For Nebraska, Nebraska, I love you

As the song faded away, Arfa stopped playing the guitar, making it acapella.

You and I You you and I Baby I'd rather die Without you and I

It's been a long time since I came around Been a long time but I'm back in town And this time I'm not leaving without you

As the song ended, Arfa gently kissed Emily’s cheek.

-Gaga? – She asked, smiling – Thank you, Arfa – She added.

-I thought you would like it, besides, it my Gaga jam – Arfa replied -

-I think my parents would love you – Emily smiled.

-You think? – Arfa answered.

-Let’s ask them – Emily said – They’re coming over for me at the end of school –

-Okay? – Arfa asked, confused. ___________________

Meanwhile, in the halls…

-Just tell me that isn’t true – Alyce was yelling at Jamie – Tell me you didn’t shame Lily because of her sexuality –

-Honey, you won’t believe in the words of that girl – Jamie replied – She likes you! That’s why she told you all those lies –

-To start with, Lily didn’t even told me – Alyce answered

-No, I did – Sissy appeared behind Jamie – And you had it coming, Jamie –

-You had no right – Jamie looked really mad at Sissy – You had no right to do it –

-Yes, I did – Sissy answered – You’re not a nice person, Jamie, and I realize that you haven’t changed at all –

-I have changed! – Jamie admitted – I can’t tolerate that girl, but I’m different –

-No, you’re not – Alyce added – You still make fun of people who are “different” than you – She said – You joked about Kyle being in prison because of his relationship with Jude and how he would get what he wanted there –

-That was a little joke! – Jamie rolled his eyes – Babe, come on! –

-No, you come on – Jamie heard Principal Marquez voice behind him.

-What did I do now? – Jamie asked, angry.

-Not much – Olaysa replied – You just shamed someone again, and we won’t tolerate anymore, Mr. Torres – the Principal added – We may have to ask for your transfer out of this institution –

-What? – Jamie asked, as Olaysa took him by the arm.

-Your parents are already waiting in my office – Principal claimed – I beg your pardon, ladies – She said, leaving the halls with Jamie.

-Thank you Sissy – Alyce tried to smile – You kind of prove that not all cheerleaders are mean bitches like that one that kicked Sydney from the squad –

-I’m right here, you know? – Avalon replied, as she was opening her locker.

-So? – Sissy raised her eyebrow.

-Hey girls – Lily arrived to the halls – Alyce…are you crying? – She asked.

-I know everything, Lily – Alyce hugged her friend – I’m sorry for dating him – She added.

-But...how? – She asked, as she saw Sissy next to Alyce – Thanks – She mouthed to her friend. _____________________

-Am I actually meeting your parents in the parking lot? – Arfa asked, excited.

-Yes, you are – Emily smiled, as she asked Arfa for her backpack – Thank you – She said, and as she raised her view, she saw a familiar car – Here they come – She jumped.

The car, an actual 2015 model arrived to the place where the two of them were standing.

-Emily – The man in the inside of the car – Let’s go –

-Dad – Emily replied – You know who this is? – She asked, taking Arfa to the window, as he smiled, very nervous.

-Isn’t he your Mexican-Irish boyfriend? – The man replied, asking it – Yeah, he’s cute –

-Thank you, sir – Arfa smiled as much as he could – I’m Arfa –

-Hello boy – The man answered – My name is Jonathan, and if you hurt my little girl, my first will be glad to meet your face –

-Dad! – Emily interrupted, ashamed.

-It’s the truth – Jonathan said to his daughter – Now, jump in – He smiled – We still need to arrive for the twins –

-Oh dear god yes – Emily said, excited – See you on Monday, I have a surprise – She added, kissing him and jumping into the car.

-See you later, boy – Jonathan said – and please, think about the fist –

Arfa kind of smiled and then walked away to the bus stop… ____________________

-So, the surprise involves a Katy Perry song called Teenage Dream? – Arfa asked, sitting in the desk of the class room they were first.

-How did you know? – Emily asked, disappointed.

-Emily, you left the sheet music of the song on Friday when you left –

-That explains why I had to print another one – The girl replied.

-It’s okay, Em – Arfa fixed Emily’s hair.

-Just sit and enjoy – Emily said, as she hit the “Play” button in the recorder she had, Teenage Dream started to play.

Emily: You think I'm pretty without any make-up on You think I'm funny when I tell the punch line wrong I know you get me, so I let my walls come down, down

Before you met me, I was all right But things were kinda heavy, you brought me to life Now every February you'll be my valentine, valentine

Emily was really enjoying the song, as Arfa, who was mouthing the song along.

Let's go all the way tonight No regrets, just love We can dance until we die You and I, we'll be young forever

You make me feel like I'm living a teenage dream The way you turn me on, I can't sleep Let's run away and don't ever look back Don't ever look back

My heart stops when you look at me Just one touch, now baby I believe This is real, so take a chance And don't ever look back, don't ever look back

Emily made Arfa stood up, as she tried to dance with him.

My heart stops when you look at me Just one touch, now baby I believe This is real, so take a chance And don't ever look back, don't ever look back

I'ma get your heart racing in my skin-tight jeans Be your teenage dream tonight Let you put your hands on me in my skin-tight jeans

After a few spins, they both fell to the ground, with Emily singing the last phrase.

Be your teenage dream tonight

They both stood up, as they kissed. ____________________

-So, guys – James said to the kids, in the Choir Room – I think we all learnt a lot of things this week, right? – He asked – Give examples –

-I need to look over my next darling’s expedient – Alyce commented

-Gaga rocks – Arfa smiled

-Katy is amazing – Emily added.

-We don’t have to be afraid of what we do or who we are – Lily said.

-I may bring my girlfriend more often – Kyler closed the opinions with Simone by his side.

-I hope I am welcomed as a guest – Simone smiled.

-We’re always up for a guest star – James added.

Simone mouthed the words “thank you” as she looked at Kyler.

-I guess everyone is in the place they’re supposed to be – Maya commented – And I love it – She held Joe’s hand.

-Mr. Allen? – Emily raised her hand – Can we sing one last song? – She asked – Lily sang some Gaga, so, Arfa and I thought we could do some Katy – She smiled.

-Of course you can – James smiled, as he sat, opposite to Arfa and Emily, who stood up and put their chair in the front of the room. Arfa grabbed his guitar, as he started to play an acoustic version of Katy Perry and Juicy J’s Dark Horse.

Emily (with Arfa): I knew you were You were gonna (come to me) And here you are But you better (choose carefully) 'Cause I'm (capable of anything) Of anything and everything

Arfa: Make me your Aphrodite Make me your one and only But don't make me your enemy,

Emily (Arfa): your enemy, (your enemy) Arfa with Emily harmonizing: So you wanna play with magic Boy, you should know whatcha falling for Baby do you dare to do this 'Cause I'm coming atcha like a dark horse

Arfa and Emily: Are you ready for, ready for A perfect storm, a perfect storm 'Cause once you're mine, once you're mine There's no going back

She's a beast I call her Karma She eat your heart out Like Jeffrey Dahmer Be careful Try not to lead her on Shawty's heart was on steroids 'Cause her love was so strong

You may fall in love When you meet her If you get the chance you better keep her She's sweet as pie, but if you break her heart She'll turn cold as a freezer That fairy tale ending with a knight in shining armor She can be my Sleeping Beauty I'm gon' put her in a coma

Woo! Damn I think I love her Shawty so bad I'm sprung and I don't care She got me like a roller coaster Turn the bedroom into a fair Her love is like a drug I was tryna hit it and quit it But lil' mama so dope I messed around and got addicted

Emily (with Arfa): So you wanna (play with magic) Boy, you should know whatcha falling for Baby do you (dare to do this) 'Cause I'm coming atcha like a dark horse

Arfa and Emily: Are you ready for, ready for A perfect storm, a perfect storm 'Cause once you're mine, once you're mine

Arfa: There's no going back

When they finished the song, the rest of the club clapped for them. ___________________

Emily walked into her house, leaving her bag in the table, as she heard her stepdad calling her.

-You’re home, girl? – Emily heard his stepdad calling

-Yes, dad – Emily smiled.

-Helen is not here, and I promised that I wouldn’t tell until we were both with you, but, I have amazing news – Jonathan said – Guess it –

-I don’t know – Emily replied, excited – What is it? –

-Family is growing – Jonathan let it out – Helen is expecting –

-No way! – Emily jumped out of excitement – Oh my god! This is amazing, dad! – She added.

-Thank you, Emily – Jonathan said – For accepting Helen the way you accepted me –

-You’re my only family, and I don’t more – The girl replied, hugging her dad.