Chapter 6: Chapter 05 - Day Before Japan Concert

I woke up 9:30 am that next day. I didn't slept much yesterday worrying if he'll come back or not. He wasn't just a vocal coach. He was Allan's father, it made me think that something is going on. He'll never take an emergency break especially during a tour.

I ate, showered and messed my hair, my daily routine, we went directly to the stadium. When we arrived, there are fans outside waiting for me. I smiled, waved and signed some autograph. There are few who gave some gifts as well.

The stadium is big, I didn't really looked into that much, I was torn tired yesterday.

We started 11 am, rehearsed for straight five hours and they called in a break. We entered the green room and was greeted with tons of food. Thanks to the air-condition, I was able to breath a little. It was hot outside and I can barely follow the things my dance instructor says.

Eli started the food talk when she said "Ian, do you want this chocolate?". I ate a piece and it's delicious, it was one of the kind. I started eating the whole pack and they invited us for food contest. I am very competitive guy so I confidently said "Bring it on!".

I lost by one bite. Ichiru, one of the Japanese crew, was a monster when he's eating. We had fun and played more rounds. Leylan, one of my dance crew, won the fifth round. I won on the fourth and sixth, after I gave up. I can't stomach all that anymore.

We rehearse lightly after the contest. I didn't sang much, they were instructed to just lay it low so that I'll sing better tomorrow. I was a little very persistent on just doing the usual routine but they denied it.

After the rehearsal, we decided to go shopping, I am not shopping too much because I don't really use them that much. I was literally dragged to come along and I enjoyed looking at the food. I often see my photos outside most of the department store here. They kept on teasing me that I look like a baby, a snob, a superstar and all kinds of tease but I get along just fine.

Fans are quick to notice that it was me. Aside from the 5 security, Eli, Jona and 2 other staff, we really looked like we are seeking some attention. Knowing my fans, they went crazy fast and I had to fight my way into my car.

We were laughing and discussing how can they be so fast in a just a small time. "See that, that's Ian Black's, the superstar" said Migs, one of my staff. We head to the hotel to freshen up and I ordered something Japanese.

I enjoyed the food and I can taste something really amazing. I can say, everything is good in it's own way. But, the fun is short because I have to strengthen my core because I wasn't really that good in dance today. We practiced for hours and my choreographer is tough.

When I came back to my room, I showered and decided to call my mom. My day filled with comfort just seeing her on the other line. "Hey, son, you look good" she smiled. I was like in her arms again. "Hey, princess, you look good as well". She asked me how my day, and that I should be resting for tomorrow.

I told her everything is fine and I just returned from my practice. I asked her if she ate already and she told me she hasn't. I was worried because she isn't the type to eat later than the given time. "Is Mrs. Argent there?" I asked. She was the only person who can delay my mom's dinner because she talks a lot.

"No, she isn't. Why?" she replied. I told her the reason why and she laughed. Her smile faded quickly after looking at the person beside her. The hand kind of look like a man's hand. "Mom, are you okay?" I worriedly asked.

The mystery man came to view and I was shock to see one of the person who make my blood boil. "Hi, Ian," she raised his hand and waved at my direction but slightly. I was pissed by just looking at him. Does he really think he can just come back in our life that easy.

I ignored him and told my mom to eat dinner early. My mom was a little bit uncomfortable with him around. Maybe, she thinks of the old times and she kind of think it was better for them to be away from each other. Whenever they're together, Chaos happen.

I asked her if she's okay and did he do something that could hurt her. She smiled a bit and told me not to get worried because she'll be fine. She said he wanted to talk about something and that it was personal. I was so angry knowing that he was there and I am not. Mom told me not to get worried and just be ready for tomorrow but I can't shake the feeling that something might happen if he stay there for more.

It's been a decade since they last talk and all he want to do right now is talk, I doubt it. I was talking to mom and he was there at the back standing looking at me through the screen. "Still doesn't want to talk to me yet?" he asked after a while of just standing there watching.

"What do you want to talk about, Mr. Ward" I know I was rude and that it wasn't nice but I can't help but feel that way. He was silent for a while and after that he said something that definitely skipped a heartbeat "I missed you, son". He looked so serious that I don't know if it was a good thing or what.

I haven't recovered by that comment but Eli barged into the room and I almost threw my phone. Thank god it only dropped. "We're leaving, you ready?" Eli said before she closed the door. I stood up and answered politely "Almost!". She came near me and I was startled because the screen was on.

I picked up the phone and I turned off the call. Eli asked me who that was and I answered "just mom". I hide my phone and she was about to ask when a staff came in. "We are ready when you are" the staff said.

We head out and I thought Eli forgot that topic and she asked it in the car. I didn't answer her and that created a chance for her to bug me until we came back to the hotel. She asked until I gave up and told her it was my father.

She was dismayed about the fact that maybe he was approaching mom again. Kyle Ward, my father, broke up recently with her long time partner. So, after Eli left, I peeped on father's recent news. They broke up because they had too much time away from one another. I can, sometimes, relate because even though nobody knew that he was my father. He actually thought me something when I was a child that I can never forget.

"When nobody trust you and talk trash on you, remember that your parents are always at your back".

- Kyle Ward-

I didn't noticed that I was actually crying till it falls like waterfalls. I wiped the tears and shut my laptop.

I called my mom. I asked her about Kyle and she told me it was a quick visit. I wanted to ask why he came by the house but I saw that mom is getting uneasy about the topic so I dropped it.

Mom and I have this code that if I and mom doesn't want to talk about something heavy, we should try to give each other some space to think and wait for the right opportunity to share that something. I've seen my mom at her lowest and I can't seem to let go when I feel that she isn't feeling well or she's into something very heavy.

That moment when she wanted to go to States and be together. She can't let go of being a teacher but I kept on telling her that she can be a teacher in the US but she disagree. I let her and before I came to US, she told me to just be me and she'll visit but she can't visit because I was already famous.

Before I signed with Jericho's label, she told me that she doesn't want people invading her privacy. She won't like it if I let the world that I am her son. Knowing our past, I respected that decision and the only way to hide her is to say that I don't have a parents.

I have a lot of secrets and Eli knew some of that. Jericho knew exactly everything and I don't want to hide anything from Eli but I have to. I continued my conversation with mom with some updates about my life right now.

Mom is always the first one to accept my documentary, movies, albums, videos and news. I always show her places I went and I am like documenting it and send it to her for a long time now. I am not the one editing it and also, not the cameraman but it felt like a video log for her.

I don't want to worry her so I told her every bit of the things that's happening to me. She supports me with every decision that I make and honestly, she didn't talk to me for 2 months straight because of how I rebelled before. Everyone knew that and when mom watched it, it felt like I was really in a deep trouble.

We talked about things on how is it going with her school and her hobby. She told me, Sophie is graduating soon. She asked me if I wanted to come and celebrate with her. I was actually processing what she meant because I was still thinking when she broke it off just like that.

"Son, are you listening?" said mom. I came back to reality and asked her to repeat what she said. She told me

"You have both matured in time and you may not accept the fact that she broke up with you, you broke her heart before and maybe she hasn't forgive you at the time. I don't know all the details but I can say this to you, Work it out, it may turn really pretty in the end.". I feel comfort and home when she talks like that. Mom never disappoint when lecturing me on things like that.

After our conversation, I stalked Sophie's Instagram and I found photos of her quoting almost there. I was curious but I let it slide thinking it may just be the graduation. It bothered me but I have to be early tomorrow so I need to be prepared and well rested.

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