CHAPTER 4: OLD FRIEND
It has been one and a half months since Skillets started their concert tour in Asia. And now, they will ended it in Malaysia. That day, they just checked in to the penthouse where they will be staying for a week.
"Ahhh, finally. The end of tour" said Korey.
"That's true. I can't wait to go back home and take a break" replied Seth.
"Yes, me too" said Jen.
"Okay, guys. Just take a break right now. Tonight you'll meet the band that will open your concert here in Malaysia" said their manager.
"Okay, thanks" replied John. Their manager nodded before leave.
"What type of band do you think that our scout here found?" asked Seth.
"Knowing Malaysia, it's either a slow rock band or heavy metal" replied John.
"That's true" said Korey.
"Maybe you'll find someone hot to date, Jen" said Seth.
"Well, not interest to look for one right now, Seth" replied Jen.
"What if it's him and his band that perform with us?" asked Korey. Jen blushed.
"She will loves it" said John.
"Well, let's hope it's them despite the chance is quite low" replied Seth.
"That's true. There are plenty of band in the underground here in Malaysia" replied Korey.
Meanwhile at a jamming studio;
X-6 is jamming as usual.
"So, we're going to meet Skillets tonight?" asked Matt.
"Yeah. Don't screw it up, Matt" replied Hariz.
"I won't, okay. Don't worry" said Matt.
"Whatever, guys. And don't be late" said Chase.
"Okay, Chase" replied Mari.
Later that night;
"Fuck, I'm nervous right now" said Chase as he gets ready to meet Skillets.
"What are you so nervous about?" asked Hariz.
"What if Jen didn't recognise me? I mean she's famous while I'm not" replied Chase.
"She will be, okay. If not, she's either had problem with her eyes or she's a jerk after become famous" said Hariz.
"Okay, then. Let's go" said Chase then. Both of them then left their condo.
Later on;
Skillets already arrived at the restaurant where they're supposed to meet.
"Why am I feel nervous somehow?" muttered Jen alone.
"You're okay, Jen?" asked Korey.
"Yes. Just nervous somehow" replied Jen.
"You're afraid any of their members will try to flirt with you like before?" asked John.
"Maybe. I don't know" replied Jen.
"Don't worry. If they're try something funny, we won't have them in our concert" said Seth.
"That's true" replied John.
"Thanks" said Jen.
"Now let's go" said John as they're entered the restaurant. After waiting for a while, X-6 arrived. When Jen saw Chase, she quickly approached them before hugged Chase.
"I guess you didn't forget me at all, Jen" said Chase.
"Are you crazy? How can I forget about you, my bestfriend?" asked Jen.
"Aww, what a sweet reunion" said Korey.
"Anyway, let's take a seat first, shall we" said John.
"Yeah, and Chase. You'll sit beside me" said Jen.
"You still can't stop order me around, aren't you" said Chase then. Jen just giggled as all of them took their seat.
"So, why don't we introduce ourselves first since I'm sure none of you know us well" said Hariz.
"Sure" replied John.
"Okay, I'm Chase Hammett. The guitarist and technically the leader of this band" said Chase.
"Wait, your last name is Hammett?" asked Seth.
"That's true" replied Chase.
"Are you related to Kirk Hammett or it just you have the same surname?" asked Korey.
"Oh, he's my uncle. And he's the one that taught me playing guitar" replied Chase.
"Now, I'll be looking forward to see how will you play" said Seth.
"I'm Matt, the vocalist of the band" said Matt then.
"I'm Hariz, the bassist and co-founder of this band" replied Hariz.
"I'm Mari Hanako, the drummer" said Mari then.
"Good to see a fellow drummer lady here" said Jen.
"Sexist" replied Chase causing Jen to knock his head.
"Shut up, Chase. Don't make me beat you up eventhough we're haven't meet for years" said Jen.
"Anyway, it's an honor for us to get a chance to perform in your concert" said Hariz.
"That's true. Just gigs is boring" said Matt.
"C'mon, Matt. We won't get a chance like this if we're never being in a gig. Everybody start somewhere and for us, it's gigs" replied Chase.
"That's true. I always want to play in a gig" said Jen.
"See, even a world class musician wants to play in a gig" said Hariz then.
"Well, we're started in a gig first. That time just me, Ken Steorts and Trey McClurkin. We played in gigs everyday for a months with only a day rest and we're lucky that ForeFront saw us and offers us the contract to make an album" replied John.
"Yeah, just a month. We have been in gigs for years now" said Matt.
"Well, my friend. Everyone has own path. Maybe you're destined to be on the longer path" replied Seth.
"That's true. Don't have to rush. Your time will come" said Korey.
"Maybe it is this Sunday. Just need to perform well. That's all. Who knows what will happen next" said Jen.
"Nice. Just leave it to me. I'll perform in my best for sure" replied Matt.
"Yeah, right. Make sure you appear first, dude" said Hariz.
"I know that" replied Matt. Later, their food came and they just enjoy the food. Chase and Jen even changed contact without anyone realised it.
On the next day;
X-6 members are jamming as usual when Skillet came to visit them.
"Hey, guys" greeted Korey.
"Whoa. How did you even find us?" asked Chase.
"The scout that you met told us about this place" replied Jen.
"I see. So, this is it. Our jamming studio. It's belongs to Chase 100%. So, he can kicks us anytime he wants" said Hariz joking. The rest chuckled.
"By the way, mind to play one or two songs for us right now?" asked Seth.
"Not at all. Let's go guys" said Chase. Then;
"Wow, that's awesome" said Jen.
"Thanks. We'll try to play better on the concert" replied Chase.
"That's true" said Hariz then.
"Okay, I think we have disturb you enough. We'll be leaving now" said John.
"Okay. Thanks for stopping by" replied Hariz. Skillet abouy to leave before;
"Hey, Jen. Wait for a minute" said Chase. Jen stopped and turned around.
"What?" asked Jen.
"Want to hang out tonight? Just you and me" asked Chase in returned.
"Are you asking me for a date right now?" asked Jen then.
"So what if I do?" asked Chase then.
"Interesting. I'll check my schedule and tell you later" replied Jen.
"Fair enough" said Chase.
"Bye, Chase" said Jen.
"Bye" replied Chase. Then, Jen walked away.
"Nice move, bro" said Hariz.
"Better now than never" replied Chase.
"Hope that won't make you lose focus, dude. We have a big performance ahead of us" said Matt.
"I know that. C'mon, let's continue" replied Chase before they continued their jamming session.
That night;
Chase and Jen are walking around the city after dinner.
"Can I ask you something?" asked Jen.
"Sure. What is it?" asked Chase in returned.
"I can sense there is something between Matt and Hariz. What happened between them?" asked Jen then.
"Can you keep this secret?" asked Chase.
"Sure. Okay, this sound serious" said Jen.
"It is. Matt was caught by police once after he was caught taking Meth" replied Chase. Jen was surprised.
"Really?" asked Jen.
"Yeah. And Hariz hates Meth the most because it affect almost everything in our body especially brain. The moment this happened, Hariz stopped believe in Matt" replied Chase.
"So, are they good for the concert?" asked Jen.
"Yes since I'm in control" replied Chase.
"I hope everything is fine with your band" said Jen.
"Hope so" replied Chase.
"Now, Chase. Tell me about your girlfriend" said Jen causing Chase to laugh.
"What?" asked Jen.
"Do you really think that I would dare asking you for date right now if I have a girlfriend right now?" asked Chase in returned.
"Wait, you don't? Okay, I never expecting this. Are you choosy or something?" asked Jen then.
"No. I do like someone but I don't know if she likes me or not" replied Chase.
"Why don't you just ask her out?" asked Jen.
"Well, I don't know if she wants to if she knew I like her" replied Chase.
"C'mon, Chase. Be confident" said Jen.
"I'll try. But for now, I'll focus on the concert first" said Chase.
"Good for you" replied Jen.
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