The Screeching Banshees

Brooklynn’s eyes fluttered opened the next morning she felt a weight around her waist and looked down to see Tommy’s arm slung over her waist. She smiled softly admiring his sleeping face the memories of last night coming to mind. After that first time which had been nothing short of incredible she had rode him toward oblivion though he tried to bucked her off a couple of times keeping in play with their game of cowgirl riding a bull. Then after that there was a third time against the wall then a fourth with her on her hands and knees as he smacked her ass like he said he would. After collapsing breathing heavily on her back sleep overtook them though Brooklynn was sure they had gone another round sometime in the middle of the night.

She stretched wincing slightly at the soreness in her ass, legs, thighs, and between her legs but the pain and aches were so worth it. Tommy Lee was definitely a man who wasn’t just talk his actions had more than proven he was a man who knew how to please a woman and then some. Though Brooklynn never doubted that Tommy was good in bed having experience it and being pleasure herself by him was beyond her wildest dreams and fantasies.

After admiring the sleeping and naked Tommy for a little longer she sat up and looked at the clock.

It was almost nine Brooklynn started to get out of bed but was pulled back by a pair of arms. She turned and smiled seeing Tommy looking at her with a sleepy smile.

“Where you heading off too?” He asked.

“About to go see about Josie and check in with the others.” She replied making an attempt to get up again but was pulled back by Tommy.

“Stay a little longer.” He said sitting up and nipping her ear.

She closed her eyes sighing as he started to kiss her neck. “Tommy I have to go.”

“Just a few more minutes.” He said as she began to succumb to his ministrations on her neck. “I was hoping we could have a quickie before you left.”

Brooklynn turned her lips meeting his as she buried her hands in his hair as he laid her down and they got lost in each other.
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Sunlit hit Josie’s eyes through blinds of the room she groaned softly as she sat up and stretched her body which was still sore aching in protest at her actions. Remembering she had to go to the police station and make a statement about her assault the previous night after making the bed she went into the bathroom making sure the water ran hot enough to sooth her muscles.

As she sat in the tub she thought back to her conversation with Nikki last night. She should’ve known that it was too good to be true that somebody of his status would have any kind of interest in her. She should’ve trusted her instincts and gut about not letting him in and getting close to him. But a part of her wanted that wanted to feel again, wanted to be close to another person like that and it just had to be one of the most famous rockstars in the world.

God how stupid could she be!

Nikki Sixx had women throwing themselves at him women who were miles attractive then she was. Women who didn’t have the issues and scars of the past like she did. Women who weren’t damaged and who weren’t prescribed medicine and pills just so they could go about their daily lives normally without incident like she had to. She had let this happened by letting him get close to her, by letting him charm her, by kissing him. Vanity was a crazed addict but Josie couldn’t help but feel a tiny bit of sympathy for her. The only reason she had come after her was because Nikki had promised her everything telling her what she wanted to here just so he could get his fixes. Once he had what he wanted he tossed her aside like a piece of trash. Josie couldn’t fault Vanity for being pissed off and angry with him for that hell she was angry at him currently for the whole situation and for lying about his relationship status.

Though Nikki hadn’t exactly said he was married or in a relationship the fact that he hadn’t even answered the question spoke volumes. They say sometimes silence is as loud if not louder than words sometimes. If he wasn’t in a relationship the answer should’ve been no immediately there shouldn’t have been any hesitation in answering her question. She began to feel sick to her stomach again at the thought she had gotten involved with a taken man. Josie wasn’t that kind of woman and she was more than relieved that this had come out before she and Nikki had gone any farther than a couple of kisses and makeouts here and there.

The thought that she would’ve been the other woman or his side chick didn’t not sit well with her at all. Had he really been interested all because she was damaged and he felt he could use her emotional vulnerability to prey on her like she was some kind of a toy that he could use when it was convenient for him? The thought had her anger skyrocketing again as she got out the tub and looked at herself in the mirror. Her face was still bruised though the purple shade was beginning to fade and the swelling had gone down on the stitched part of her face.
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here was only so much makeup could do to conceal and cover this but she would try her hardest to conceal it she didn’t want the stares and looks from people. After doing her best to cover the bruises Josie got dressed she waited for Rodney to come and get her. Alone with her thoughts she began to pace the room she thought about what almost slipped out her mouth last night. She had almost told Nikki she was falling for him. How could she be in love with him when they had only known each other for a couple of months and they hadn’t even been out on a proper first date? Well it didn’t even matter now with him lying to her about being in a relationship.

This whole situation was so stupid and crazy! She thought to herself she had always told herself she would never been hung up over all things a man even more so with everything that had happened with Brad. But here she was letting a man get her all upset.

Josie laughed scornfully to herself shaking her head. She was so stupid for thinking that Nikki’s interest in her extended beyond than just her being something he could play with for his own amusement. She was crazy for making him make her feel all blue and upset like this. She was crazy for thinking this could be something that was real and long lasting. She was crazy for trying to have a relationship with and trying to make it work. She was crazy for falling for him and loving him thinking her love would be enough to keep him committed to her and her only.

Josie stopped her pacing as the words kept repeating in her head. Crazy for trying, crazy for crying, and crazy for loving him. Josie quickly grabbed her notebook which was sitting on the bedside plopping on the bed she opened it to an empty page and began writing as the lyrics came to her.

About five minutes later Josie had a full song written as there was a knock at the door. She got up unlocking the door revealing Lyra and Aries who were standing with a cup holder with mochas and a bag of muffins.

“Morning chickee.” Lyra said hugging Josie gently knowing she was still hurting.

“We’ve brought gifts.” Aries said holding up the bag and hugging her as well.

“Guys thanks.” Josie said gratefully.

“No prob how you sleep?” Lyra asked kicking the door shut and placing the cup holder on the table handing Josie her frap.

“Okay I guess I’m still sore though.” She said taking a sip of her frap.

“I’ll bet.” Aries said shaking her head. “You have a lot better restraint than me Josie I would’ve killed that bitch.”

“Ditto.” Lyra said going through the bag and picking a danish out. “That bitch wouldn’t even be in jail right now she’d be in a morgue.” “Besides the fact that junkie is still breathing how’s it going?”

Josie sighed. “Nikki came here last night.”

Both of the other twos head shot up at this. “The hell did he want?” Aries asked her eyebrow furrowing.

“He came here to see about me he also told me how Vanity was an old flame of his but he didn’t feel anything for her she introduced him to heroin and he just used her to get high.” Josie said shaking her head.

Lyra scoffed. “I hate that bitch for what she did to you but if he did that it’s no wonder that bitch was crazy.” “I mean nobody likes being used like some kind of toy when it’s convenient for a person.”

“True anyway the conversation lead to me asking him if he was in a relationship at all.” Josie continued.

“What did he say?” Aries asked.

Josie shook her head. “He didn’t say anything which was an answer enough for me.”

“So, he’s involved with some other chick and trying to get into your pants?” Lyra said in disdainfully. “You know what fuck Vanity I think I’ll murder Nikki instead.”

“Lyra please don’t I really don’t want this to get even more than it already is.” Josie said then inhaled. “I got hysterical and…I almost told him I was falling for him.”

Her friends eyes widen. “For real?” Aries asked.

Josie nodded. “That’s what makes this whole situation even worse the fact that I’m starting to feel something for this guy.” “I don’t know what to think and it sucks.”

“Well, he hasn’t been completely honest about his status relationship wise I say fuck him.” Lyra said then smirked. “Not literally because obviously…she stopped when Josie gave her a look. “Right sorry.”

“I don’t know what to think or feel.” Josie said. “And I’m pissed off that I’m allowing this whole thing over a man of all things get to me.”

“Well don’t.” Aries said. “I know it’s not that simple to let it go but everything a boyfriend of mine did me wrong or dirty you know what I did?”

“What?” Josie asked.

“I get my tightest clothes, get myself all done up , and went out on the town and showed him I didn’t need his ass.” Aries said grinning wide. “He would feel so bad seeing how good I looked and how all these other guys were giving me attention that he would feel so stupid for how he treated me.”

“Did that really work Aries?” Josie asked skeptically.

Aries inhaled sharply. “No it didn’t but that doesn’t mean it won’t work for you.”

“She has a point.” Lyra said. “Get your hair all done up go out on the town have fun it’ll take your mind off it.”

“I’m not in a having fun mood.” Josie said.

Before they could reply Brooklynn walked in her hair damp and her clothes did nothing to hide the hickeys on her neck and body.

“Speaking of having fun.” Lyra said with a smirk. “Have fun last night with a certain drummer?”

Brooklynn giggled. “God last night and this morning were absolutely out of this world.”

“Well sit down and tell us.” Aries said bouncing in excitement. “I want details.”

“It started with kissing then him teasing me to the point of insanity but then the main course was…

She trailed off simply moaning in remembrance. “The second time was a bit of role-play then I lost track of how many rounds we went.” “Then I was about to leave this morning when he told me he wanted to at least give me a quickie after that quickie there was a long session in the shower.” “Needless to say I feel completely sore and aching in a good way.”

“You little slut!” Lyra said pushing her off the bed making her laugh. “So is Tommy you know…

Brooklynn rolled her eyes as Lyra waggled her eyebrows and glanced down at her crotch area.

“Yes, he’s well endowed.” Brooklynn said making the others squeal.

“Well I for one am glad you have a satisfying happy night.” Aries said.

“Speaking of happy we were just telling Josie how she should get all dressed up and show Nikki she doesn’t need him.” Lyra said.

“You should I would.” Brooklynn said in agreement. “You shouldn’t let what’s going on with Nikki keep you from having fun and enjoying yourself on this tour.”

“He was one of the reasons I was enjoying myself and having fun.” Josie whispered.

“Doesn’t mean he has to be the only guy you have fun with.” Lyra said. “I’m not saying sleep around with anything that has a dick in between their legs and moves.” “What I’m saying is show him he’s not the only guy you can have and get.” “Show him you can have any guy just like he thinks he can have any woman.”

“Sounds a bit like revenge for lying to me.” Josie said narrowing her eyes as Lyra smirked.

“It is.” Lyra said.

“But that’s so juvenile and high school.” Josie groaned rubbing her temples her head aching.
Lyra stopped her hands making her look at her. “So what if it is?” “Don’t let that asshole keep you from enjoying yourself.” “Plus I heard Nikki is known for being a little possessive of his women.”

Josie frowned. “I’m not his woman.”

Brooklynn came into her viewpoint. “Well show him that.”
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Josie’s leg moved impatiently as she waited for the police to call her into the office. She never thought she would be in a police station in her life much less to make a statement. Bexlee noticed her anxiousness and squeezed her hand comfortingly.

“You alright?” Bexlee asked.

“Fine, I just want to get this over with.” Josie said.

“It’ll be over with soon.” Rodney said next to her where his long limbs were splayed in the walkway.

They had been waiting for almost ten minutes and Josie was more than ready to get this over with. It was just her, Bexlee, and Rodney. Rodney had come obviously since he was her manager she had to have at least one of them with her. Bexlee had volunteered because out of her friends Bex was the main one to exude calmness and tranquility which eased Josie’s racing mind.

Tracy had stayed with the others to make sure they stayed put and to talk to Doc and Doug about extra security measures at the remaining shows on the tour. Brooklynn had volunteered to come but Josie talked her out of it mainly because Brooklynn didn’t own any clothes that would conceal the numerous love bites on her body from her night with Tommy. Lyra didn’t come because she doubted she’d be able to control herself knowing Vanity was only a few feet away from where they were. Aries just didn’t feel comfortable being in a police precinct and Josie respected her decision. Juno who was probably the heaviest sleeper of the band just wasn’t awake yet.

“Shouldn’t be too much longer now.” Bexlee said softly rubbing Josie’s arm.

Josie smiled though it didn’t meet her eyes. “Have you called your mom at all?” Rodney asked.

She shook her head. “I wanted too but I didn’t because I don’t want her to know about this otherwise she’ll have a fit and book the first flight down here.” “Plus I don’t want her to worry especially since she supported me being in a relationship with Nikki.”

“Yeah, you’re probably right about your mom not knowing she would kill his ass.” Rodney said his voice getting angry. “I want to beat his ass myself.”

“Rodney, please don’t.” Josie said touching his arm soothingly. “He’s not worth it.”

“She’s right.” Bexlee said in agreement. “He’ll get his karma coming to him.”

“Not soon enough.” Rodney grumbled as a security walked over to them.

“He’s ready to see you.” She told them looking mostly at Josie.

Josie walked into her motel room throwing her jacket into the chair and kicking off her shoes before throwing her face first into the bed.
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The questioning for the statement have gone on for a little over a hour eventually the police told her they were charging Vanity with assault and assault with a deadly weapon with intent to cause harm and/or murder since Vanity had done research on Josie, tracked their movements across the country and followed them the police considered it a premeditated attack. As a result Vanity was facing a pretty stiff sentence and also a restraining order was put against her. However this did little to comfort Josie.

Her mind kept coming back to the fact she was attacked and almost killed all because she had gotten involved with Nikki Sixx. Vanity was an ex-girlfriend that he had used and thrown away when he was done knowing about Motley’s penchant for sex and woman what’s to say another angry crazy ex or even an obsessed fan wouldn’t come after her? The thought had her absolutely terrified and tired. She hadn’t felt this emotionally and psychically drained since her dad passed away and since she lost Hailey.

Josie was pondering whether they should even continue this tour with Motley it’s not like they needed the publicity now that labels were competing to see who could sign them first.

Her thoughts were interrupted by a soft knock on the door. She frowned into her pillow having a good idea of who it was. She didn’t really feel like talking to anybody right now especially Nikki.

“Go away.” She said loud enough for him to hear her before burying her face back into the pillow.

There was a moment of silence before there was another soft more insistent knock at the door. She groaned into the pillow.

“Nikki I don’t want to talk to you just leave me alone!” She yelled throwing a pillow at the door.

There was a pause before there was another firm knock at the door.

“God can’t you get the hint?” Josie growled getting off the bed and stomping to the door not bothering to look through the peephole or window.

“What don’t you understand?” She yelled turning the knob. “Just go away and leave me…

Josie’s words stopped at she came face to face with not Nikki but Mick who was wearing his signature shades.

“You’re not Nikki.” She whispered.

Mick chuckled. “Afraid not.”

“Mick I’m so sorry.” She said embarrassed by her behavior.

“It’s quite alright I can’t say I blame you for your anger towards Nikki right now.” Mick said. “If I was in your position I’d feel the same way.”

Josie managed a half smile. “Would you like to come in?”

“Thanks.” Mick said entering the room then turned to face her. “How are you doing?”

“Okay I guess considering the fact I’m still alive, breathing, and not lying in a bodybag in the morgue.” Josie said.

Mick briefly grimaced at the thought. “Well I’m glad that didn’t happen and that you’re alive and well.” “I’m so sorry that that happened to you.”

“Well, thank you Mick.” Josie said smiling softly. “I really appreciate your concern and condolences.”

Mick smiled briefly before adopting his signature face. “I know this probably doesn’t mean anything to you but Nikki does feel really bad about last night.”

Josie frowned slightly. “Did he send you here to plead his case?”

“No…he sighed when he saw Josie’s unconvinced expression. “Okay when I told him I was coming over to see how you were he asked me to tell you he was sorry about what happened.” Mick said pulling up his shades meeting her eyes. “I’ve known Nikki for a long time Josie I can tell when he feels bad for or is sorry about something.” “He really is sorry that this happened.” “He feels real bad that you were attacked.”

“No offense Mick but I really don’t give a rat’s ass about him feeling bad right now.” Josie said her eyes getting watery. “Damn it I’m sick of crying over him and this whole situation!”

Mick came over stroking her arms as she buried her face in his shoulder sobbing.

“It’s okay just let it out.” Mick said comfortingly.

“This whole thing is so fucking stupid!” She said slightly muffled. “I didn’t do anything to deserve this.”

“You didn’t.” Mick said in agreement rubbing her back.

Eventually Josie pulled back her eyes red as she sniffled softly and managed a small smile. “Thanks Mick.” “Thank you for being here.”

Mick smiled gently. “No problem always here if you need a shoulder to cry on and someone to vent to.”

Josie laughed before wiping her face. “You know before you came I was debating about even continuing on this tour.”

“You’re leaving?” Mick asked with disappointment and sadness.

“I considered it and I want too but no I couldn’t let my bandmates down.” Josie said. “I’ll continue with the tour but I want absolutely nothing to do with Nikki other than two fellow musicians who are
touring together we’re nothing more than that.”

“That’s an understandable and valid request.” Mick said.

Josie gave a tight smile and shook her head. “You know he came over last night to see about me and I asked him point blank was he in a relationship he wasn’t even man enough to tell me the truth.” “That made the situation even worse not only because I was attacked by a mad crazed ex-girlfriend but that I had almost gotten really serious with a taken man.”

She noticed Mick’s face grow somber. “Mick answer me this is Nikki involved or in a relationship?”
Mick thought about his response real carefully meeting Josie’s face which showed a need for validation.

“I’m sorry Josie but it’s not my place to tell.” Mick said regretfully.

Josie simply nodded and smiled softly to his surprise he half expected her to either be mad or start crying okay.

“I completely understand Mick if I was in your position I wouldn’t rat out my bandmates little secrets either.” She said. “Besides I honestly want to hear it from Nikki himself than someone else.” “I just want the validation is all.”

Mick nodded understanding where she was coming from. “Is it gonna be a problem for you to still be touring with us knowing you’re going to see him every day?”
Josie shrugged. “I’ll deal with it I’ve dealt with worst things than this I’ll be fine.” “Besides I’m madder at myself than him to be honest.”

“Why’s that?” Mick asked confused.

“I should’ve known better that’s why.” Josie said. “I should’ve known that this was just fun for Nikki that I was no one special or important to him just another one of the many women he used and played with till he had his fill of me then dropped me and moved on to the next woman.”

“Josie I’ve seen and I know how Nikki treats women I can say the way he treats and talks about you is nowhere near like how he treated other women.” Mick said. “You’re not like the other women he’s pursued you’re beautiful, talented, and have a lot going for you.”

“That’s a nice thing say Mick.” Josie said. “As for the part about Nikki I wish I could believe I really want to but I can’t.” “But I really appreciate you coming here seeing about me and comforting me.”

Having said this Josie hugged Mick who returned it gently patting the young woman’s back.

“You’ve really messed up Nikki.” Mick thought to himself.

Nikki lay staring at the ceiling of his bunk bed thinking about the previous night’s events. How the hell had Vanity found them? The crazy bitch had to be following them for God knows how long. His conscience was heavy with the thought that Josie could’ve died last night and he would’ve been to blame for it.

Granted it wasn’t his fault Vanity was out of her mind and obsessed with him but he did use her just to get to his one true love heroin. Sure they had shoot up together and messed around for a couple of years but he never had felt anything for her. Still she thought enough of it that she had attacked and attempted to kill Josie for getting involved with him.

Him and Josie weren’t official they hadn’t even gone on a date and other than a couple of kisses nothing had happened between them. Josie was so much better and different than the women he was used to. She was intelligent, beautiful and extremely talented in so many ways. He wanted to know more about her and he found himself for the first time in his life wanting something much more than just the physical aspect of a relationship. Josie challenged him, she didn’t put up with his bullshit, and she put him in his place if necessary. Unfortunately it seemed that whatever could’ve happened between him and Josie was put on the backburner or his worst fears over before it even started.

Everytime he closed his eyes Nikki saw Josie’s bruised face and the stitched slash mark on her cheek from the knife. He could still see the angry look on her face when she realized just how much he used to use people for his own pleasure treating them like they were disposable needles and not like human beings. The hurt and disappointed look on her face when she asked if he was in a relationship. He hadn’t answered mainly because he was surprised that she had come to conclusion maybe he wasn’t as slick as he used to be with keeping things under wraps.

He hadn’t confirmed nor denied it though it didn’t seem to matter to Josie who looked close to vomiting. Her final words of the night echoed in his ears. Was she falling for him? Was she in love with him? He didn’t know how to feel about it though he’d be lying if he said he wasn’t falling for and having feelings for Josie.

Nikki hadn’t had time to question it he barely managed to get her name out before Josie slammed the door in his face. That door slam in the face felt just as bad if not worse than a slap in the face. It felt like a symbol of her slamming and locking him completely out her life. He didn’t want that he had to find a way to salvage what he had with Josie. If she didn’t want to be with him he would have to accept that Nikki came to realize he rather have Josie in his life than not have her in it all.

How was it a couple of months with this girl could change his outlook on what he wanted in his life relationship wise?

His thoughts were interrupted by the door opening he poked his head out his bunk bed to see Mick standing there with that grouchy expression on his face.

“Sup Mars?” Nikki asked casually.

Mick shook his head. “You’ve really fucked up Sixx.”

Nikki simply snorted. “Tell me something I don’t know not like I can do anything to fix it.”

“The hell you can’t!” Mick said annoyed though he knew Nikki was putting up a mask of indifference to hide how much this was actually affecting him. “Don’t sit here and act like she doesn’t mean something to you.”

“She’s just another chick.” Nikki said with a shrug. “Nothing more than that.”

Mick scoffed shaking his head. “You are one sorry son of a bitch Nikki Sixx.” “So, you’re just gonna let her go?” “You’re gonna let a good woman like that slip through your fingers and you’re okay with that?”

“It doesn’t…

“Don’t you fucking tell me she doesn’t matter to you!” Mick who was usually calm shouted at Nikki surprising him into silence. “She does matter to you and mean something to you otherwise you wouldn’t put this front up trying the hide that the thought of losing her that the thought you could’ve lost her last night permanently doesn’t bother you.” “Look me in the eye and tell me you don’t feel something for her.” “That she doesn’t mean something to you.”

Nikki sighed and looked down before meeting Mick’s unwavering stare.

“I… I think I love her.” Nikki admitted.

“You love her than why did you hurt her?” Mick asked his voice now back to its normal calm tone.

“I didn’t mean to I’m not responsible for Vanity attacking her.” Nikki said though he did feel partially responsible.

“You’re not to blame for her attack but if you hadn’t gotten involved with that unhinged chick to begin with this probably wouldn’t have happened.” Mick said.

“You don’t think I know that?” Nikki asked mentally kicking himself. “I’ve been beating myself about it all night.”

Mick just now noticed that sure enough Nikki had bags under his eyes from lack of sleep.

“You have to fix this Nikki.” Mick said.

“I don’t know how to Josie won’t even look at me right now.” Nikki said plopping on the bench.

“You better think of something because she’s considering getting off the tour.” Mick said.
Nikki’s head shoot up. “She’s leaving?”

“No but she’s continuing with it mainly because she doesn’t want to let the others down but she could easily change her mind.” Mick said. “She looked so disappointed and dejected but she said she’s madder at herself than you because she should’ve known a guy like you would never think anything more of her than a warm body for your bed.”

“She’s much more than that.” Nikki said. “So much more.”

“Then you got to show and prove that to her starting with being honest about your status.” Mick said firmly. “She’s knows you’re in a relationship.”

“You told her?” Nikki asked standing up defensively.

“No, I didn’t but I wanted too.” Mick said standing his ground. “Josie’s a smart woman she figured it out mainly because of your silence she just wanted the validation.”
Nikki looked briefly relieved. “So she doesn’t know about Brandi?”

“No, but if you want to salvage whatever this is or could become with Josie you need to tell her the truth.” Mick said than narrowed his eyes. “The whole truth.”

“I don’t know Mick I might lose her for good then.” Nikki said.

“Well, would you rather she find it out through some other source than you?” Mick asked. “She’ll be mad no doubt about it but I think she’ll appreciate and respect you for being honest.”
Nikki was silent pondering Mick’s words as his friend placed a hand on his shoulder.

“Do the right thing.”

It was late in the evening and Josie had been in her room sleeping and packing so they could get ready to go for the next down. After she was done packing Josie spent most of the time writing new material. She was interrupted by a knock on the door getting up she opened it to reveal Brooklynn and Tracy.

“Hey.” Josie said.

“Hey Josie we just came to get you we’re about to leave but Doc and Doug want us all to meet on the Crue’s bus before we leave for the next city.” Tracy said.

Josie nodded and looked outside seeing the tour bus parked grabbing her bags she put them in the RV before entering the Crue’s touring bus revealing Motley, Doug, Doc, the rest of the Banshees and Rodney already on board.

“How are you all doing this evening?” Doc asked.

The Banshees gave various answers of okays.

“Good, first off I want to begin with saying I’m glad you’re okay Josie and I’m incredibly sorry that you were attacked last night.” Doc said.

“We all are.” Tommy said giving her a sympathetic look.

Josie smiled gently. “I appreciate that thank you for your concern Tommy and Doc.”

“I was told you made a statement today what charges are being brought against Vanity?” Doug asked.

“She’s being charged with assault and assault with a deadly weapon with intent to murder.” Josie said. “They say she’s going to get a pretty lengthy sentence plus a restraining order against her.”

“Thank God.” Lyra said shaking her head briefly glaring at Nikki.

“Even so I want to inform you all that there will be extra security measures the venues you’ll be performing at.” Doc said than added. “That is if you still want to be on this tour after what happened if you’re not up for it.”

“We’ll continue with the tour.” Josie said firmly to her band member’s surprise.

She hadn’t exactly told them they would still be touring with Motley but after what happened none of her friends blamed her if she just wanted to go home.

“Josie are you sure…

“I’m sure.” Josie said cutting off Rodney. “I can’t let one crazed individual scare me and keep me from performing and doing what I love to do.” “If I let that happened that means she still wins as
far as killing me because they’ll mean she killed my spirit and my passion.”

“If you’re certain…

“I’m certain.” Josie said managing a smile. “We’ll continue on the Dr. Feelgood tour.”

“Alright then since that’s settled let’s get ready to go.” Doug said getting up to talk to the driver.

Doc got up and placed a hand on Josie’s shoulder. “You’re a very brave young woman.”

Josie returned his smile as he squeezed her shoulder before going to the back leaving them alone with the Crue.

“Josie, I didn’t get to tell you last night but I’m glad to see you’re okay.” Vince said sincerely.

“Thank you Vince.” Josie said.

“You sure you’re up for this?” Tommy asked. “Because we’ll completely understand if you…

“I’m up for this.” Josie said. “I want to do this.”

She then smiled. “I’ve always wanted a gnarly battle scar now I got some.”

Everyone except Nikki laughed that Josie was able to joke about it her laughter was cut off by Tommy hugging her tightly.

“I’m glad you’re still touring with us.” He said squeezing her.

“Tommy…I’m still sore.” Josie said painfully.

“Right sorry.” He said quickly letting her go smiling as she gave him a friendly pat on the arm.

“We’re about to leave soon everyone get ready!” Doug yelled from the front.

“We’ll see you later get some sleep.” Doug said looking around the seat.

“Okay chickees let’s go.” Lyra said. “Later fellows.”

“How much later?” Vince asked with a smirk.

“Please.” She said under her breath before walking off the bus.

The others followed her Josie was the last to go she started off the bus she was about halfway to the RV when she was stopped by someone calling her name. That someone being Nikki sighing she reluctantly turned to face him as he stopped in front of her.

“What do you want?” She asked.

“I’m glad you’re not leaving the tour.” Nikki said.

“I’m not doing it for you I’m only doing it because I don’t want to let my band members down.” Josie said firmly. “I know how much they want to be on this tour so I’ll suck it up and deal with being around you but just as fellow musicians and nothing more.”

Nikki could feel his heart hurting at her words. “Josie I’m…

She cut him off. “I know you’re sorry and I actually believe you but I can’t do this.” “I can’t be with or take a chance with someone who can’t even be honest with me.” “And I can’t be someone who just uses others for their own pleasure and tosses them away when they’re no longer any use to them.”

“Josie I know I haven’t been completely honest but I feel differently about you.” Nikki said. “You’re not like the others you’re different.”

“If I’m so different how come you couldn’t be honest with me as far as you being in a relationship?” Josie asked crossing her arms.

“I didn’t want to lose what was developing between us.” Nikki said as she shook her head. “I know that’s no excuse…

“You’re right it’s not an excuse and I’m not gonna be the other woman in this situation.” Josie said firmly then her face saddened slightly. “This can’t happen not if you can’t be honest I’ve dealt with being lied to for years and putting up with another man’s dishonest among other things I won’t put up with it again.”

“Josie…

“Goodbye Nikki.” Josie said as she entered the RV and slammed the door in his face again.