Soul Mates Chapter Six..At what price do you sell out?

The scene opens in Josephs Trailer.

I will not let anyone tell me I cant do a show because of who I love or have ***** with! Joseph shouted in his Diva tone.
I totally understand Joseph ..I am on your side. Dominic states Stella said she would get the show canceled if you didnt sign.
Joseph was turning red. He was furious and had good notion to tell off Stella.
Joseph please dont do anything stupid. Dominic said.
I mean you have your job.I know you dont like what they are asking you to dobut would you rather.give into them and save the show. Or fight themand have them cancel the show. Dominic said.
Im going to go and give that ***** a piece of my mind! Joseph said as he stormed out of the trailer and headed towards Stellas office.
Oh *****! Dominic said as he chased after him.Wait Joseph Dont do this!
Dominic stay out of my way! Joseph said.
He barged into Stellas office..Her secretary was yelling for him to stop.
Dont even think about stopping me Joseph said to Stella secretary.
Shane, Stella, and a couple of executives where in the office.

They all froze when the heard and saw Joseph push his way into the office.
Dominic was right behind him trying to get him to stop.
I will not let you tell me that I am not able to exercise my right to date who ever I want! Joseph said. I will not sell out for this show!
Ok then I will have it canceled! Stella yelled
Wait calm downplease Dominic said as he grabbed Joseph.
Shane tried to keep Stella from exploding.
Lets discuss this civilly. Shane said as she tried to ease Stella into her chair.
Then Dominic forced Joseph to sit down.
The executives left and Shane shut the door.
Look come on the network needs this show..we need Joseph..lets find a compromise. Shane said.
Compromise my *****! Stella yet.Im the head here and he is going to go!
Like I want to work for your skinny ***** anyway! Joseph said.
Joseph, talking to her like that is not going to get us anywhere. Dominic stated
Can we just not have him sign that clause. We can ask him to not flaunt his sexual preference Dominic said.
No! Stella said. After he came in here like he was some kind of diva in a rage.
Apologize, Now Joseph! Dominic demand.
Look Im sorry Stella, I had to spend so much time in the closet I dont want to do it anymore. I really appreciate this opportunity you have given me to star in this sitcom.
Joseph said as he took a deep breath.
Ok I will agree on one term.he is not allowed to take a date of the same ***** to a premiere of the sitcom or any other function connected to the show.. Stella stated.
Come on Joseph it sounds reasonable. Dominic said.
I agree. Joseph said
Okthat is a done dealnow get your diva ***** out of my office! Stella commanded.

Dana and Alice are in her office when Cia walks in.
Hey Alice! Cia said.
Oh I thought you left for the tour Alice said.
What leave and not say good bye to you? Cia said as she embraced Alice.
Dana stormed out.
Hold on Alice said to Cia as she followed Dana.
Look why dont you come by my house later tonight and we can talk over a pizza.
Alice said.
Noforget it! Dana said as she left.

Bette was at her new gallery getting ready for the grand opening.
She was just got done doing an interview for an art magazine.
A local newspaper was taking pictures of her in the gallery.
James came into the gallery.
Hey James.what brings you down here? Bette said as she was organizing some paper work.
I was on my lunch break and thought I would stop by. James said.
Thanksits good to see a friendly face. Bette shared.
Besides I wanted to warn you a head of time. James said.
Warn me about what? Bette inquired.
About Candaceseems she has conned someone into taking her as their quest to your opening. James shared.
Youve got to be kidding me. Bette said as she tossed her stack of papers on the desk.
I wish I was.I over heard her talking on her cell phone. James shared
Well thanks for the early warning. Bette said.
Heywe may not work together anymore.but.I am still loyal to you. James shared.
James I really miss seeing you every day. Bette said.Maybe if things take off here,
you can work for me.
I would love that Bette, more than you could imagine. James said. Hey I hate to run but I still have to get to the post office.
Thanks James Bette said.
James winked at her and said Anytime

Tina and the kids stopped by the center to pick up some paperwork.
Hey Tina Shelly said. I thought you were off today?
I ambut I have a report to write. I forgot some papers I needed for it. Tina said as she went into her office.
Hi Shelly! Anna Bella said as Bryanna waved.
Hey would you guys like to play in the game room while your waiting for your mom?
Sure Anna Bella said.
Thats my Aunt Tina.My mommy is at work. Bryanna shared.
Oh she isI thought she was done teaching for the summer. Shelly asked
Noshe is going to be on TV. Bryanna answered
Really? Shelly said surprised. As she lead the girls to the game room.
Shelly was trying to get more information out of Bryanna.
Bryanna isnt suppose to tell anything about her moms job. Anna Bella shared.
Oh Im sorry. I was just happy that Maria got her job. Shelly shared.
Girls are you ready to go? Tina said I have my paperwork I needed.
Yes mom. Anna Bella said as Bryanna followed behind her.
Talk to you later Shelly Tina said as she and the kids left.


Later that evening Maria was sitting by the pool studying her scripts.
Bryanna and Anna Bella were playing in the pool with Bette.
Tina was inside writing up a report.
*****! Tina said.Tina had forgotten a form she needed for the report.
Tina called the center and Shelly answered the phone.
Hi Shelly, This is Tina I forgot a form on my desk. Tina said.
I can drop it off you on my way home if you need it. Shelly suggested.
That would be wonderful. I would really appreciate it. Tina said.

Alice stops by to see Bette and Tina.
Hey guys! Alice yells.
Hi Alicedid you bring your suit? Bette asked.
No but I brought some beer. Alice replied.
Hey I hope you brought enough for us..Shane yelled from behind Alice.
Hey Shane and Carmen. Alice said
Maria are you studying your lines? Shane said as she pulled off her shorts and shirt. She had on her bathing suit under them. Dont memorize them they change all the time.
Really? Are you kidding me? Maria asked.
I would not kid about that. Shane said.
Cool Maria said as she ran her scripts back to her house.
Then Maria returned in her bathing suit.
Everyone was in the pool swimming with the exception of Tina and Alice.
Come on T! Bette yelled We want you in here with us!
Bette whispered to Anna Bella.
Come on Mama! Anna Bella yelledPlease momif you love me you will swim with us!
Bette that was not fair to have her say that! Tina yelled.
Anna Bella and Bette started laughing.
T I think someone is at the front door. Bette yelled.
Tina went and answered the door.
Hi ShellyThanks so much for bringing this byyou saved me so much time.Tina said.
Oh its not a problemit was on my way home. Shelly answered.
Come on in.everyone is out back swimming. Can I get you a beer or something? Tina asked.
Sure I will take a beer. Shelly responded as she walked out to the pool area.
Maria saw her walk inShe watched every step she took.
Shelly made eye contact with Maria. Maria waved and smiled at her.
So who is that again? Bette asked Maria.
Its Shellyshe works with Tina at the center. Maria answered not taking her eyes off of Shelly.
Damn Maria you should take a picture it would last longer. Bette said as she dunked Maria. Maria went under.
Maria retaliated by dunking Bette.
Then it turned out to be a huge water battle.
Maria that is not cool to hide behind Bryanna Bette yelled.
Then why dont you stop hiding behind Anna Bella you troll. Maria screamed as she swam away from Bette.
Come here you guys.Shane said to the kids. Shane put them on an alligator raft.
Ok.Bette mercy Maria screamed.
You are such a wimp! Bette joked.
Thats because I dont want to drown before I get a chance to walk down the red carpet. Maria whined.
Oh just for that your going under. Shane said as her and Bette tag teamed on Maria.
Maria surfaced. Hey Bryannahoney we have to head homeits getting late.Maria stated.
Oh come on Maria let her stayShe can spend the night with us. Bette said.
Yes momplease. Bryanna said.
Ok Maria said as she got out of the water and dried off.
Hi Maria.Shelly saidI heard you got a part in a sitcom.
Yea I didbut I am so new at all that stuffI hope it doesnt get canceled. Maria said.
Talk about canceled Shane said. You should have heard the huge argument between Joseph and Stella.
What happened? Maria asked as she sat down on a chair.
Seems Stella and her lawyers wanted to add a clause to Josephs contract to keep him from flaunting his sexual preference. Shane shared.
She can do that? Maria asked.
She thought she could do that until Joseph cussed her out. Shane said.
Get out of here? Oh my word I hope we still have a show Maria shared.
You dothey came to some compromise. Shane stated.
Bryanna come her for a second. Maria said.
Ok Mom. Bryanna said as she crawled out of the pool and ran up to her mom.
Maria wrapped her in a towel. Look I am going home to go to bed. Do you promise me you will be good for your aunts? Maria asked.
I promise mom. Bryanna said.
Maria gave her a hug good night and a kiss on the forehead.
I love you shortie. Maria said.
I love you to mom. Bryanna said. As she ran and jumped back into the pool splashing everyone.
Good night everyone. Maria said.
Good night Maria everyone said.
Hey Maria can I talk to you about something? Shelly asked as she followed
Maria to her house.
Surebut make it fastIm about to crash. Maria said.
Why dont we come into my house? Maria said
Sure.. Shelly followed Maria into the house.
Look I dont know how to say this but .all I do is think about you all the time.I cant get you out of my head. Shelly confesses.
Maria looked at her. Look Im flattered.but Shelly Im in a relationship.with a manhe is my daughters father. Maria said.
But Maria I cant stop thinking about youI fantasize about youI remember how sweet it was when you passed out in my bed. Shelly said.
Shelly grabbed Maria and gave her a ***** kiss.
Shelly Maria said as she pulled away.
Look I have to admit I have feelings for you but I cant act on themI love Bryan and I dont want to cheat on him or leave him. So pleasego. Maria said.
Mariaplease I know I can make you happyjust give me a chance. Shelly pleaded with Maria.
Shane could her some of the conversationso she jumped out of the pool and grabbed a towel. She went into Marias house.
Hey Mariawhere are Bryannas pajamas? Shane asked
Oh they are up in her room on her bed. Maria shared.
Is everything ok? Shane asked.
Shelly was just leavingright Shelly? Maria stated.
Yes.. I was just leaving.. Shelly said as she left Marias house.
MariaI heard some of the conversationI think you did the right thing. You were very honest. Shane shared.
Thanks Shane.I mean Shelly is a sweethearteverything I would want in a girl friendits just poor timing right now. Maria stated. Besides I love BryanI love my life with him and Bryanna.
Just then Bryan pulled up in the drive way. You could hear his music thumping.