Date: August 25, 1993

Michael's POV

When I opened my eyes, a bright light hit them I closed my eyes and groaned I opened them again and looked around I was in a hospital room

I looked to my right and saw Elizabeth She had her head down reading a book I then looked to my left and saw Shayne She was...... Wait, Shayne.?!!

Michael: Shayne.?

(Her head popped up and she stood up. She grabbed my hand, which I noticed had an IV in it)

Shayne: Hey Applehead How you feeling.?

Michael: A little light headed, to be honest Lizzy, Hi

(She stood up also and ran her fingers through my hair)

Elizabeth : Hi darling

Michael: What happened.?

Shayne: You don't remember anything.?

(I shook my head and they both sighed wearily.)

Elizabeth: Honey, you are being accused of child sexual abuse

(My eyes widened. It all came back to me. Even though I didn't want to, the tears just started to roll down my face.)

Shayne: Michael.....

(She sat next to me and wrapped her arm around my shoulder. Lizzy sat by my leg and rubbed it gently)

Shayne: Don't cry Its gonna be ok

Michael: How am I supposed to do this tour with all of this going on.?!

Elizabeth: Do not worry about the tour Right now, we wanna make sure that your ok

Michael: You guys....... (They both looked at me.) Y'all know that I would never hurt a child

(Shayne shushed me by putting her finger on my lips)

Shayne: We know that

Elizabeth: We would never even think that you did something like that

Michael: Thanks for being here for me, you two

Shayne: No problem

(They both kissed my forehead and held me in their arms. It's nice to know that they're here for me.)

Hour and a half Later

(The doctor said I could go home since I'm feeling better. Julie brought me my clothes and I  went into the bathroom that was connected to my room. I put on a blue button down, black pants, and my loafers. I walked back out and sat on the bed.)

Michael: Is there press outside.?

Julie: Way more than usual

(I sighed.)

Michael: Back entrances too.?

Julie:(Nods) Everywhere

(I groaned and put on my Fedora. Shayne came over to me and grabbed me by my shoulders.)

Shayne: Hey, we're gonna be right there with you, OK.?

(I nodded. Julie walked out of the room to let the security know that we were ready to leave. Elizabeth grabbed my bag and put it on her shoulder. I tried to grab it from her but she pushed my hand away.)

Elizabeth: I've got it

Michael: You sure.?

Elizabeth: Yes, you just relax

Michael:(Chuckles) Easier said than done

(Julie came back in just then and told us that we can go now. We all got up and walked out of the room. We were almost to the elevator when I heard someone call my name. I turned around and saw the doctor who treated me running up to me.)

Dr. Macklin: Mr. Jackson I forgot, I wanted to speak to you alone for a moment

(I nodded and looked back at the girls. They nodded and got on the elevator. After the doors closed, I turned back to the doctor)

Michael: Yes.?

Dr. Macklin: Well, I know that your going to be under a lot of stress these next few days and I wanted to give these

(He handed me three pill bottles and I looked at them. They said Valium, Xanax, and Ativan. I looked up at him.)

Michael: What are these for.?

Dr. Macklin: They all help to lower anxiety and the Ativan and Xanax help lower the possibility of panic attacks I saw you had a history of them in your medical chart

Michael:(Nods) Well, thank you I appreciate it

Dr. Macklin: No problem Good luck

(He shook my hand and walked away. I turned around, got on the elevator, and went to the lobby of the hospital. I made sure to put the pill bottles in my pocket before getting off. I stepped off the elevator and walked over to girls.)

Julie: Ready.?

Michael:(Nods) As I'll ever be

(She gave the security the signal and they got in position. Elizabeth grabbed my left hand and Shayne grabbed my right. Julie got in front of us and two security guards got in front of her.

We walked out of the door and were immediately swarmed by the press. We kept walking to the car while the paparazzi were snapping pictures and journalists were asking questions.)

Paparazzi #1: Michael.!! Look this way.!!

Journalist #2: Michael, do you think that this is an extortion plot.?!

Journalist #2: How do you feel about these allegations, Michael.?!

Paparazzi #2: How you feeling, Mike.?

(As much as I wanted to stop and answer their questions, I kept walking and we got to the car. I helped the girls in and then I turned to the crowd.

I put up the peace sign and they went crazy. They seemed to get louder and a bunch of camera flashes went off. I got in the car and Jerry sped off.)

Julie: Mike, you didn't follow the plan.! We were supposed to walk out and get straight in the car.!! No extra.!!

Michael: Well, excuse me.!! At least I didn't go over to the press like I wanted to and tell them how I think this whole situation is complete and utter bullshit.!!

(Everyone got wide eyed and started at me. I sighed heavily and looked out of the window. 25 minutes later, we pulled up in front of the hotel. There weren't any press outside, just the usual thousands of fans.

I got out of the car and walked straight into the hotel. We ended up having to rent out the floor above and below ours. Just to be on the safe side. I was about to walk into my room when Julie grabbed me and pulled me into hers. She pushed me against the wall and pointed her finger in my face.)

Julie: All I'm trying to do is help you.!! I would appreciate it if you could be a little bit more grateful.!!!

(I felt the anger build up inside me)

Michael: To be honest, I feel like I have nothing to be grateful for right now so if you're feeling a little neglected, you better get over it.!!

Julie: It is NOT the end of the world.!!! Innocent people get accused of things all the time but do you see them taking it out on everyone.?!

Michael: Do you not realize that Im hurt over this.?! But, I'm supposed to be the "calm" Michael and handle it calmly and collected.?! Bullshit.!!

(I pushed her finger out of my face and glared at her. I pushed past her and walked out of her room, slamming the door. I walked into my room and threw myself on the couch.)

Michael:(Sighs) I need a drink

(I don't know why but all of a sudden, I remembered those pills that Mr. Macklin gave me. I pulled them out of my pocket and looked at them. It couldn't hurt, could it.? I got up and grabbed a bottle of water out the mini fridge.

I sat back down on the couch and pulled one pill out of each bottle. I put all the pills in my mouth, took a swig of water, and swallowed them. I sighed and latest back on the couch. I looked up at the sky.)

Michael:(Whispers) Lord, please help me

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