Ch. 10

" Honestly! What are we gonna do today Where are we going? That's somewhere in the middle of nowhere, here? ”, Emilia sits next to him and is alternately curious and offended. "We'll be there in a moment, you'll see for yourself!"

And as expected, Emilia freaks out. So in a happy way. He organized a photo shoot in the country. "This is genius! Thanks Jack! Thanks! ”, She gives him a big smack on the mouth and goes to the crew. They take photos together on a picnic blanket like on their first date. On a swing that is attached to a branch and at the end of the day some romping around in the meadow. "Very nice. You do great. ”, The photographer praises her. Around noon they all eat together in a rustic farm.

“ Jack, thank you! I've always wanted to do a shoot that is about my whole body and not just parts of it. ”, Her face shines. It seems that she can only look real in front of a camera. "Then I made the right decision." They eat in silence.

" Say Emilia, do you like me?", That is really a stupid question, but he has to sort out and in the end only one person remains. “Sure, I like you!” “And what do you like about me?” “Your blonde hair and the wonderful blue eyes. You are so big and strong. In addition, you are intelligent and will soon be a big fish in the lawyers' shark tank. ”, Emilia beams from one ear to the other.

And with these words, he is actually sure, Emilia shot herself out.

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Mia is sick. A flu with all the trimmings. Fever, cough, chills, aching limbs and a nose that doesn't stop tingling. Sophia and Finn take loving care of her. Bring her tea, tablets and rusks.

Around noon there is a knock on the door. “Yes?” She croaks. "Sorry, I didn't mean to bother you.", Summer closes the door quietly behind her. “I wanted to see how you are. The girls are having fun at the pool and wish you a speedy recovery. "

" Thank you. You can see how I'm doing. I hope it's a 24 hour flu. I definitely don't want to cancel my date with Jack. ”Why the hell does she say that? The fever drug must have made her talkative. Summers face twitches at Jack's name. "We can swap. I'll go tomorrow and you for me on Saturday. "

Under no circumstance. There is no way this woman takes my day away from me. "Maybe!", She smiles as friendly as possible. Fortunately, Summer leaves shortly afterwards and Max comes in. “I get a lot of visitors. It's really sweet of you to come. ”“ Of course I'll come. I've already shot a lot of shows like this, but you're with one of my favorite subjects. ”Max, the cameraman, blushes a little. "Thank you for the compliment. What is the situation like? Do you know how things went yesterday at Aria or do you have contact to the people who are currently on the road with Jack and Emilia? ”He smiles, shaking his head. “I'm sorry, but I'm not allowed to say anything. Ask yes .. “, he doesn't get any further, Mia's cell phone rings. “One moment, please!” She says to Max before answering. “Mia, here!” “Hey! You don't sound too good right now. Everything OK! “, It's Mona, one of her colleagues in the home. “Got the flu. What's up? ”“ Get well soon. I wanted to let you know that things are going crazy here without you. The little mothers always want you. When your show comes, everyone will sit in the common room and cheer you on. Everyone believes in you. By the way, I should tell you about Sarah that she passed her Abi. ", Mia lets out a choked cry of joy. "That's great. That's fantastic. When I'm back we'll celebrate. ”“ Rest and get well. You have the heart of a hot man to win. ”“ Thanks Mona! ”, They say goodbye. “Who was that?” “A friend from work. They all miss me and at the same time want me to win Jack's heart. ", She grins.

After a few minutes, Mia falls asleep without warning. Max sneaks quietly back down to film.

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Emilia wanted to have a few more photos that only show her. In the afternoon they go home again. "That was a great day, Jack!", Jumping, she hurries to the women in the pool. Jack automatically looks for Mia. But he doesn't find her. Where was she? Everyone else is out here. Searching, he walks through the first floor until he opens the door of her room.

There she lies. Ceiling pulled up to your nose. Sweaty hair. Beads of sweat on his forehead and a garbage can full of tissues. Damn it, that's sure to come from your trip into the freezing water. "Mia?" He whispers and sits down next to her. Red-rimmed eyes open. "Hey! Better go again. Maybe I'll infect you. ", He doesn't understand why nobody is up here and watch out. “I sent Sophia and Finn away. What should you do? Watching me sleep and sweat? ”, Her green eyes roll. But he notices, despite her carefree appearance, how badly she is. "I'll be right back.", Jack fetches a bowl, fills it with ice-cold water and takes a washcloth from the bathroom. Back at Mia's, he carefully wipes the sweat from her forehead. "Cold!", She winces. "Good or bad?" "Good!", She pulls the covers down to her chest. Jack also removes sweat from the rest of the face and neckline. "Thank you, that's really good.", Her eyes close with delight. He gently strokes her forehead with his lips. "I like you, Jack!" She whispers. "I really like you." She smiles and a hand comes out from under the covers to hold his against her cheek. “You shouldn't get sick. It would be better if you go. "" I will stay here a little longer. Sleep a little longer. I take care of you."

Jack changes the washcloths on her forehead for another two hours before leaving. But not without telling Sophia that she should look after Mia.

What if Mia is still so sick tomorrow? He was so looking forward to her date!