It's a Celebration, Bitch || Lacey's Birthday Group Para
Tagging: Lacey Jones, Gabby Cruz, Angelo DeMarcos, Blaine Anderson, Kurt Hummel and Jackson Avery
When: July 22nd
Lacey: Lacey and Gabby helped each other primp for the night's festivities. Even though it was her birthday, the main thing that she was looking forward to was seeing and spending time with Angelo - no matter how much torture it would be to pretend to want Blaine and not be able to have Angelo, she looked forward to the fact that she was supposed to be getting a few hours alone with him before the night was over. She nearly squealed and did a happy dance thinking about it. "So, we got a limo to get to the place and then we meet up with Cassandra, the owner's daughter. She's gonna give us the VIP treatment, thanks to her love for Blaine and we'll just have a great time... hopefully." Lacey was saying as the two ladies left the buses to see Angelo, Blaine and Kurt already waiting on them. The tension was thick and clear, but at least Kurt was there. Lacey needed him to smooth Blaine over, if needed.
Gabby: Gabriella listened as Lacey explained the game plan for tonight. That word hopefully made her even happier that Jackson was going to meet them at the club. At least she had someone to distract her in the event that drama arose. Lacey had been quite secretive about what was really going on with her love life. One minute it was all about Angelo and Blaine was just a friend. Then all of a sudden they switched roles. Gabby knew something in all of this wasn’t right but she wasn’t about to press Lacey for answers. She knew how that felt. She just had to trust that eventually Lacey would open up to her. ‘You’re a hypocrite,’ she thought to herself. Here she was wanting to Lacey to open up when she refused to do the same with Santana. She shook off the negativity and put a smile on her face, “I’m sure everything will be great! Any of these fools start acting up and I will regulate. No one is going to mess up your birthday.” Gabby followed Lacey out to the limo and slide inside being sure to speak to everyone else who was coming along for the night. She was hoping that everyone would be on their best behavior for the Lacey’s sake but doubted that would happen.
Angelo: It was Lacey's birthday. His Lacey is 21 today. Even though he couldn't do too much for her birthday because in the eyes of the public she was with Blaine, he was glad that he could at least be there for her tonight. He had to wait for Lacey and Gabby while they got ready with Blaine and Kurt outside the tour buses. While Kurt greeted him cheerfully when he joined them, Blaine gave him a side eye and ignored him. Blaine was clearly still pissed at their argument. Usually, Angelo would feel bad for going off like that but he didn't care with Blaine. He should've known to watch his mouth. Lacey and Gabby came out of the bus right then, interrupting his thoughts. As usual Lacey took his breath away. Completely forgetting that Gabby, Blaine and Kurt was there, he approached Lacey, said, "Happy Birthday, Lace." and kissed her chastely on the lips.
Kurt: Kurt sat close to Blaine, but not so close that anyone would think twice about it. Whenever they were left alone on the bus, he’d take hold of Blaine’s hand, stroking the back of it with his thumb. He knew tonight might be a little awkward and complicated, but he was just glad that they would only have to act for one night. He didn’t know how much Angelo knew, but he didn’t want to risk too much, and blow Blaine’s secret to him. He also knew tonight would be even more tense, since Blaine and Lacey had had that argument. He just hoped Blaine wouldn’t get too worked up, since it would be Kurt that would have to calm him down.
Blaine: After the fight with Lacey the day before he honestly didn’t feel like going out to plaster on a fake smile, or even be anywhere near Lacey or Angelo. He was heartbroken and really only wished to take Kurt off to a hotel room for cuddling and closing out the world around them. But it wasn’t an option, so he would have to show up, let the night take it’s course, and get out as soon as possible. He wasn’t sure why he had even bothered to go up for this fake thing of hotel rooms, but as much as he was angry about the way Lacey had treated him he didn’t want to break a promise. At least he had an entire night with Kurt waiting for him.
Lacey: Shivered when she felt Angel's lips, but quickly unhanded him and went to kiss Kurt and Blaine, as well. Blaine took her hand and helped her into the limo and she sadly glanced at Angelo as she got it. The ride over was fun, filled with her, Blaine and Gabby singing songs and Kurt seated shyly, while Angel was obviously in another world. She hated that it had to be this way and to be honest, she was starting to think that she no longer cared if people thought she was a liar or not. Gabby had her suspicions - she was sure of it and she couldn't begin to wonder why Angel thought she was carrying on with this thing. When they got to the place, they were escorted inside, taken to VIP and introduced to a perky blond named Cassandra, who Lacey greeted with hugs and kisses. But this chick was obviously more interested in Blaine than Lacey as she pressed her boobs all over him to hug him. "That's mine," Lacey said with a chuckle, taking Blaine's hand and kissing it to ward Cassandra off and throwing Kurt a glance to see how he felt about this pushy chick all over his man. "Of course, of course, I know that! Gawsh! I was only saying hello! Insecure much?" Cassandra questioned, laughing a little bit embarrassed.
Angelo: The kiss ended too soon for his liking. It had been way too long since he had kissed Lacey and the little lip graze was not cutting it for Angelo. Although he should be used to seeing her with Blaine, he still felt pain in his chest when she took Blaine’s hand and sat next to him in the limo. While everyone was happily celebrating, he kept to himself during the ride to the club. He was already the odd man out, he didn’t want to feel even more so with Blaine in the limo. As the gang laughed and sang, he wished he could look out the window to take himself away from the party for a moment but they were tinted, so he was forced to stay there pretending that he was enjoying himself. Luckily for him the club was not far away. Once they reached the intended location, they were shown to a private room. The hostess, Cassandra, showered Blaine with affections that he no doubt loved. Cassandra turned her attention to Angelo when Blaine didn’t acknowledge her. Tracing her fingers on his chest, she eyed him and said, “Well hello, handsome… What’s your name?” He took Cassandra’s hand away from his body and moved away from her, “My name’s Angelo.” He looked at Lacey who looked like she was ready to claw Cassandra’s eyes out. “Excuse me, I have to go make a phone call.” He excused himself and walked out of the room.
Kurt: Kurt smiled at the others when they arrived, and he climbed into the bus with them. He hated that he couldn’t be physical with Blaine, but he knew that he had to go along with it. When Cassandra was all over Blaine he clenched his jaw and tried not to glare at her and just snatch Blaine away, but he managed to resist.
Blaine: He felt uncomfortable. This whole night felt uncomfortable. His suit felt like it was too small, and everyone were getting too close without any sense of personal space. He was sick of people being everywhere around him and he missed being able to go to his own bedroom, his own piano, his own living room and be with no one but the people he chose to. He closed his eyes, searching for strength but when he didn’t find it he hoped for alcohol. Until he remembered his first date with Kurt. When Kurt had asked him if he had an alcohol problem. No. He wouldn’t be drinking tonight, only sipping. Instead he would have to remind himself that it would only be a few hours before he and Kurt could sneak away.
Gabriella: Following the group in the VIP room Gabby noticed every bit of bullshit but paid it no mind. As long as these boys kept it cute, so would she. Gabby search the club for Jackson with no luck. She needed him to avoid the drama. Angelo was kissing Lacey in front of Blaine. Blaine's diva attitude was already in full affect and as usual, Kurt was keeping to himself. Gabby went straight for one of the bottles of champagne that was already waiting for them. She quickly popped the bottle open and poured everyone a glass. 'Everyone is nicer when they're drunk, right?' she thought. Maybe if she kept them liquored up they'd play nicely. "Here's to Lacey! Sexy and finally legal!" she cheered before downing her glass. Birthday Song by 2 Chainz came on and Gabby pulled Lacey to the makeshift dance floor. The girls danced for a moment. They weren't half way through the song when she felt someone creep up behind her. A smile emerged on her face knowing it was Jackson. She could recognize his cologne. "Hey babe," he whispered into her ear. "Hi Jackson," she said with a giggle as she turned around to hug him. Never one to play coy, Jackson wasn't going to settle for a hug. He lifted Gabriella's chin and kissed her passionately right then and there. He could care less about who was watching. He wanted Gabriella and everyone needed to know it. "You look sexy," he complimented her as their kiss ended. "Thanks," Gabby said playfully fluffing her hair. Gabby noticed the bouquet of flowers Jackson had in his hand and squealed, "For me?" Jackson laughed before shaking his head at her. He knew he'd spoiled Gabby but he couldn't help himself. "No, babe, these are for Lacey," he explained. Gabby let out a huff and rolled her eyes. She made the introductions between Jackson and the group as she pouted about the flowers. "Lacey, it's very nice to meet you. I've heard a lot about it, only good things of course. Thank you for allowing me to come to your birthday party," Jackson said handing them over to Lacey. Once his hands were free he pulled Gabby into his arms and cuddled her, "Get your lip off the ground babe. You know I have something special for you."
Lacey: Was glad to officially meet Jackson and told him, "By the way, if she still isn't accepting shoes - I ALWAYS am. I will accept them on her behalf and she may even eventually get them back, like this dress she's wearing that I borrowed ages ago and just returned to her this week." She froze when she saw Cassandra hitting on Angel and nearly dropped her flowers as she clenched her teeth, but he left soon and she took a deep breath and decided to put the flowers down. Blaine and Kurt were seated next to each other, talking, so she left them be and ordered herself a few drinks. "Bring them to me on the dance floor," she practically ordered. She'd gotten used to being very princessy, being Blaine's girl. She was spoiled by him and by others virtually everywhere they went. That was the life that she always thought she was bred to live... until Angel. Whenever he came back, she stared at him. Something was wrong. She wondered if he would tell her or if she could even go to him without giving them away? She excused herself from dancing with Jackson and Gabby to check on him. She couldn't stop herself, if she wanted to.
Gabriella: Shaking her head at Lacey's offer to take the shoes she told Jackson, "Ignore her please." Jackson just laughed. "It's perfectly okay. I know girls like to share clothes and stuff. I have two sisters myself," he said nodding. Gabby noticed Lacey's distraction from their conversation so she took that opportunity to steal Jackson away to the dance floor. They danced on each other until Lacey joined them. She stepped back and watched Jackson dance with Lacey. She laughed at them doing goofy dance moves. Lacey urged her to join them so she did. The three of them danced and had fun. Gabby was happy Lacey was enjoying herself. Then as soon as Angelo reappeared from where ever he'd run off too her body language changed. Lacey excused herself and Gabby watched her headed straight in Angelo's direction. Gabby just shook her head. She knew the evening wouldn't go off drama free. "What's wrong with her? Is everything okay?" Jackson asked concerned. "Yeah, everything is fine. Let's go get some thing to drink," Gabby said taking his hand and leading him back to their section.
Angelo: Once he was outside, with nothing else to do he made a call to his mom. It had been a while since he last talked to his parents and he really missed them. He wanted to say that the phone call went well but it didn’t. Angelo didn’t get to talk to his dad, only to his mom and the whole time he was arguing with her over Hailey and Lacey. His mom wanted him to get back together with Hailey, not knowing that he was still with Lacey. She was shocked when he informed her that he was still with Lacey and that he was in love with her. The rest of the conversation was somber at best, he hung up feeling even worse than before he called his mom. Sighing at his predicament, he went back into the club. Thank god, Cassandra wasn’t there, he didn’t need her groping hands anywhere near him. Lacey was dancing with Jackson and Gabby but came back to the table not too long after. He excused himself to go use the bathroom and was surprised that she had followed him. “I’m fine, Lacey… I just need to go to the bathroom.” He said, looking around them when she questioned him. Angelo might not like Blaine but he was still very weary of his interactions with Lacey. He didn’t want her to get hurt, least of all if he was the cause of it.
Kurt: Kurt stayed close to Blaine the whole evening, looking around the place as he did. He hated that they couldn’t touch and kiss like other couples, but he knew they couldn’t. “We should dance.” He whispered into Blaine’s ear after a minute.
Blaine: “Kurt, I can’t – you know, I can’t do that…” He whispered apologetically. He felt sick. It wasn’t Kurt’s fault that he hadn’t got himself together to be a man, yet. He looked around the room, moving shadows grinding against each other, hands sliding around bodies and sparkles glittering in the spared light. It wasn’t like anyone could see faces in there. He thought back to what he had said to Kurt the night before, that he wanted this to end, that he wanted to come out. So he took a deep breath, squeezed Lacey’s hand and kissed her cheek with a feigned smile – before he stood up and nodded his head in direction of the dance floor, gesturing for Kurt to follow him. After all, two guys dancing couldn’t be so bad.
Lacey: She didn't have a choice but to let it go. As the night progressed, things happened... For one thing, she noticed that Cassandra's handsy ass would not back off of Angelo. Lacey remained close to Blaine throughout the night, to keep up appearances, when all she wanted to do was tell that blond bitch practically on Angel’s lap, to move around. She and Kurt exchanged knowing uncomfortable looks for the rest of the evening. He knew EXACTLY how she felt watching that spoiled little rich girl try to get her man. Things like that had to happen all of the time when he and Blaine were out. It happened when Blaine and LACEY were out, and she was publicly his girlfriend. Gabby was letting Jackson distract her and Lacey actually appreciated it. She knew that Gabby was probably still aware of things, but she felt better if she wasn't focused on them. The night took an awful turn when she began to get calls from Jeremy, her ex, again. Her go to solution when she felt the need for somebody was to reach out to Angelo. She just couldn't help it! So, that was what she did... and an argument on the phone with Jeremy and a backseat of the limo quickie later, she was in the ladies room, freshening up and trying not to look so... pleasantly fucked. "Blame it on the alcohol," she told herself and went back to the table with her friends, where Angelo now was, again, with Cassandra ALL OVER him. Lacey frowned, but bit her lip and returned to her previous seat, calling for another drink. But if her eyeballs could kill, that bitch would have been obliterated.
Angelo: Lacey didn’t argue with him when he asked her to leave, like him she probably knew that there were people who could be watching her every move. He watched her sadly as she retreated to go back to the party. To go back to Blaine. With everything that had been going on, Angelo was not sure if the silver lining he was looking forward to was ever going to appear. He loved her with every fiber of his being but tonight, doubts kept plaguing him. Doubts of whether or not he was good enough for her, if she was better off with some other guy. He knew that these feelings mostly stems from the talk with his mom and had nothing to do with the way Lacey felt about him but those doubts were still there, threatening to eat him whole. He went back to the table a few minutes later and to his dismay Cassandra was there and like before she was being overly friendly with him. Angelo didn't want to be rude so he talked to her for the first few minutes, when the minutes started to feel like hours, he prayed that someone, anyone, would come and save him from his misery. His prayers were answered when Lacey called. He left immediately to talk to her. She was upset. Turns out, her ex, Jeremy, had been harassing her. Angelo had a few words with Jeremy and hung up. Things between him and Lacey escalated when she kiss him. They ended up having sex in the limo. The sex was hot and fast and what they both needed. Too bad they had to go back to the club and face reality after that. Nothing and no one could upset him after his encounter with Lacey. Not even Blaine's sour attitude or Cassandra's grabby hands.
ENDING: Cassandra’s hand was practically on Angel’s dick when Lacey finally just set her glass down, reached out and took the hand from off of her man and told her sternly, “You’re just not his type. Trust me.” She squeezed her hand and gave her a wincing smile, with a single raised eyebrow, then threw Kurt another glance for emotional support. He looked torn between understanding her frustrations and amusement. Cassandra was stewing. The celebrity people didn’t really seem to like her very much and she had not only struck out with Blaine Anderson, who she LOVED SO MUCH, but also just that hot drummer hot from the Rebel Kingz… But… why did Lacey Jones look to the gay designer guy? Oh! Cassandra patted Angel on the leg and said, “Oh! Well, now – THAT explains it!” Then, she got up from the table and left. They all exchanged confused looks and shook their heads at her before starting to talk about how rude and pushy she was and the words “desperate” and “sexual predator,” may have been tossed around.
Cassandra had media folks there, hoping that it was going to help the business for Blaine Anderson, his girlfriend and friends to visit the place; but Blaine was so reserved and Lacey was all over the place. She hated that she had not won anyone’s attention… But, she did know something that could gain her a bit of attention and maybe even a pinch of fame. She had the DJ to lower the music and she took the microphone in his booth, “Attention, Everyone! I wanna thank his hotness, Blaine Anderson for coming in tonight with friends and commend him on being brave enough and good enough to have gay men in his entourage. The fashion boy is clearly gay, but I found out that the drummer of the Rebel Kingz is gay, as well!” She clapped her hands together and the crowd joined in. Lacey choked on her drink, laughing. Jackson looked to Gabby and lipped, He’s gay? She chuckled and shook her head with furrowed eyebrows, but couldn’t help but to laugh. Kurt and Blaine looked at each other, confused and Angelo simply raised his glass to Cassandra and patted a choking Lacey on the back. Cassandra said into the microphone, “It’s OK to be GAY! Enjoy your night!”
She let the DJ have his booth back and smiled as the different cameramen and reporters that had been in the place went to ask Angelo about his sexual orientation and snap photos. Lacey fanned herself and decided it was time to go. They barely made it out of the place with the scandal hungry mob about them. Gabby had already arranged to leave with Jackson, but the other four got back into the limo to leave the place. Fortunately, Blaine ordered them a double room hotel suite and Lacey asked that Blaine “bunk with” Kurt, knowing that shouldn’t be TOO hard for him, she winked at him and after they all four went into the suite, the two couples branched off to retreat into their separate rooms for the night.