True Colors

“Tobin, we need to talk.” Alex says to her fiancé as they relax on the couch at Alex’s house.

The following days after the engagement have been filled with interviews and bombarding paparazzi everywhere the couple goes. Tobin has never been in this situation before and she absolutely hates it, Alex on the other hand loves all the attention and the opportunity to show off her diamond ring.

“Are you breaking up with me?” Tobin asks from the other end of the long couch.

“If you don’t get over here and cuddle me I might.” Alex says while grabbing the photographer’s foot and dragging her to Alex’s end of the couch.

“Happy now?” Tobin asks and Alex nods her head. “What did you want to talk to me about?” Tobin asks as she runs her fingers through the younger woman’s hair.

“I know that you hate all the attention that the engagement has brought but I am going on Ellen and they want you to come also…” Alex says the last part softly hoping that Tobin doesn’t explode.

“Absolutely not, you know I don’t do media, Lex.” Tobin says as she lays her head on the back of the couch

“I know babe, but it would really mean a lot to me if you would come.” Alex says and quickly says, “And don’t make that into a sexual joke.” Alex chastises and Tobin laughs because that’s exactly what she was going to do.

“Fine” Tobin says followed by a sigh and Alex smiles in triumph. “When do we have to go, because I have a shoot with Dianna Agron in the morning?” Tobin says as she grabs her laptop to look at her schedule for the week and to work on some edits of Taylor Swift.

“I think we fly out the day after tomorrow and then the show will happen the following day.” Alex says a she scrolls through her twitter.

“Oh shoot, I have another shoot the day we fly out..” Tobin says trying to sound bummed out but fails.

“Don’t worry I talked to your boss already, he is handing that off to Whitney.” Alex says with a smirk on her face.

“That’s great, babe.” Tobin says through gritted teeth.

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THE FOLLOWING DAY

“O.K. Tobin, you ready for this?” Whitney asks Tobin as she adjusts the lights in the studio. The two women were getting ready for the shoot with Dianna Agron, who Tobin loves.

“I’m a little nervous but I think I’ll be O.K.” Tobin says a she takes a deep and grabs her camera equipment.

“I wasn’t talking about you I was talking about the shoot..” Whitney says a she awkwardly leaves Tobin in her office to get her camera ready.

“Are you ready Dianna?” Tobin asks as she comes out of her office with her camera in her hand. She immediately shakes off her shoes and tosses them in a corner.

“Absolutely, work your magic Tobin.” Dianna says and Tobin laughs and starts to give her directions.

“Hey Whit, could you adjust the light on the left?” Tobin asks and Whit nods her head and adjusts it until Tobin says ‘perfect’.

“So Tobin, I heard you got engaged a couple days ago?” Dianna comments in between takes. “Yes I did.” Tobin says with a huge smile on her face.

“Congratulations, Alex is a very lucky girl.” Dianna says as she sits down on the sofa next to Tobin.

“No way, have you seen Alex? I am definitely the lucky one. She is the best thing to ever happen to me.” Tobin says as she begins to look through the pictures she has taken so far.

“I hope to find someone that loves me as much as you love Alex.” Dianna says as she gets up to walk over to the wardrobe station. Tobin smiles at her friends comment and gets lost thinking about Alex.

“Heeellloooo?” Whitney says as she snaps her fingers in front of her friends face.

“Sorry, what did you say?” Tobin says as she faces Whit.

“I asked you if you were ready to do the interview on Ellen.” Whitney says as she pokes at Tobin’s cheeks.

“Of course not, I hate doing media but the boss said it would bring in good publicity so I have to go.” Tobin says as she lays face down on the sofa.

“You’ll do fine, plus Alex will be there with you.” Whitney says and Tobin grunts at her friends words.

“That’s the bad part. I don’t want to embarrass myself in front of her.” Tobin whines as she gets up from the couch to grab her camera.

“Like you haven’t done that already?” Whitney comments and laughs as she walks away.

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THE OTHER SIDE OF TOWN

“So, are you ready for Ellen?” Kelley asks Alex as they sit at lunch together along with Lauren and Christen.

Lauren and Christen came to visit Alex and Tobin after Tobin’s recent hospital visit. They also will be keeping Kelley company/babysitting while Alex and Tobin are out of town.

“I am totally ready, but Tobin on the other hand..” Alex says and her friends nod their heads in understanding.

“You just need to be patient with her, Alex.” Lauren says defending her childhood friend.

“I agree with Lauren but I know that with you by her side she’ll probably forget about all the people watching her.” Christen says and Kelley and Lauren nod their heads in agreement while Alex sports a smile.

“Tobs will be a total wreck leading up to it so Lauren and I have come up with a couple tips for you.” Kelley says to her worried looking friend. “And Christen color-coated them and put them in a binder because she’s weird.” Lauren adds and Christen nods her head because she knows it’s true.

Christen pulled out the binder that was keeping the chair next to her warm and handed it to Kelley. It was much larger than Alex had expected it to be.

“O.K. so we know that you know some of these but we put them in there anyway.” Kelley starts as she flips through the binder.

“Here’s a good one. Number 17: When Tobin is nervous she will bite the nail on her left pinky finger.” Kelley reads out and Alex nods her head in acknowledgement.

“Number 55-“ Lauren starts to say but is interrupted by Alex. “Wait there is 55 tips?”

“You’re fiancé is a little weird, Alex.” Christen says and Alex shrugs her shoulders and nods in agreement. Tobin is in fact a little weird.

“As I was saying, number 55: do not feed her any greasy food the day of the interview.” Lauren says and Kelley lets out a ‘halleujah’.

“Wait, why?” Alex asks and Lauren shyly says, “Let’s just say she’ll be stuck in the bathroom for most of the day.”

“Yeah, go with like a salad or maybe JUST salad.” Kelley says and Alex laughs because yeah, her fiancé is a weirdo.

“Do you want more?” Christen asks and all the women laugh.

“I think I will just read over these before bedtime.” Alex says with a chuckle.

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It’s 8 P.M when Tobin finally wraps up with Dianna and she can’t wait to get home to Alex. Tobin is going through some of the pictures from today when she sees her phone go off.

Without looking she answers it, “Hey, this is Tobin.” She says while looking at her camera.

“Is that the way you greet your fiancé?” A familiar raspy voice says.

“Sorry babe, I didn’t even look to see who it was.” Tobin says as she grabs her laptop and starts to download the pictures from her camera.

“You must be in your zone.” Alex says with a laugh.

“Yeah, I just got done here, and Whit and I are about to leave.” Tobin says as she packs up her camera equipment and helps Whitney with the lights.

“Invite Whit over, I haven’t seen her in foreverrrrr” Alex says stressing the forever part.

“Will do captain, but I have to go if you want me home before midnight. I love you.” She adds and waits until she hears Alex’s ‘I love you too’ and then hangs her phone up.

“Hey Whit, wanna come over for dinner?” Tobin asks her friend and coworker.

“Is Alex cooking?” Whitney asks and Tobin laughs. “I think she has leaned her lesson.” Tobin replies and they both laugh remembering the last time Alex cooked.

“Then yeah, count me in. Ryan is going out with the guys tonight. ” Whitney says and Tobin high fives her.

Not too much longer both women get everything cleaned up and head back to Tobin’s apartment. The drive is short with Tobin in the driver’s seat and Whitney in the passengers, they carpool to work because Whit cares about the environment.

“Honey, I’m home!” Tobin yells as soon as she walks over the doorframe of her apartment.

“Oh baby, I’ve missed you!” Kelley says as she comes dancing into the living room and planting a wet kiss on Tobin’s cheek.

“Alex, Kelley is trying to make a move on me… Again.” Tobin says in a whinny child-like voice.

“You can have her Kell. Christen is looking really good in those jeans anyway.” Alex says as she wraps her arm around Press’ shoulders and Christen can’t help but laugh which causes Alex to laugh.

“Hey Whit, you wanna go anywhere else but here?” Tobin says as she spins around to face her friend.

“Come on now, Alex didn’t cook so it’s perfectly safe.” Lauren says as she pokes her head out of the kitchen.

“You guys are never going to forget that!” Alex yells as she walks over to her fiancé and buries her head into Tobin’s shoulder.

“Well Lex, you did put me in the hospital..” Tobin says and everyone laughs at this but Tobin receives a punch on the arm from Alex.

“O.K. enough violence, let’s eat!” Lauren says and Kelley grunts like a caveman and runs to the table.

After everyone is done with dinner the women make their way to the living room with a bottle of wine and Kelley’s choice of cookies. Kelley is not surprisingly drunk after seeing how much of the bottle she can chug in one minute.

“Guys how cool is it that my two best friends are going to be on Ellen!” Kelley shouts from her spot on the floor.

“Yeah, you guys are so lucky.” Christen says and Alex smiles at her friend but Tobin’s response is a little different, “You can take my place.”

When Alex hears this she feels anger swelling up and excuses herself so she doesn’t explode on Tobin in front of everyone, she’ll save that for later.

“Tobin come on, it won’t be that bad.” Lauren says and Tobin just looks down at her feet because she knows that she shouldn’t have said that.

“I just don’t want to embarrass myself on national television in front of the love of my life.” Tobin says as she throws her head back in frustration.

“Then tell her that.” Christen says as she points to the hallway. Tobin gets the hint and walks to her bedroom to face the wrath of Alex.

“Knock, knock” Tobin says as she knocks on her (and Alex’s) bedroom door. Tobin enters with caution and sees her fiancé sitting on the bed with her legs crossed and a hard look on her face.

Tobin gulps and lets the words flow, “Ahh h-h-hey” Tobin stutters and then smacks her palm to her forehead. She attempted to from words but obviously no luck.

Tobin forgets words all together and walks over to her fiancé, hugs her and kisses her on the forehead. Tobin doesn’t let go at all and Alex gets annoyed.

“Tobin, stop it.” Alex says and shoves the photographer off her.

“O.K. I’m sorry. What can I do to make it up to you?” Tobin says and Alex lets out a bitter laugh.

“You know what, Tobin? Stay here tomorrow, you don’t have to come with me. I would hate for someone to think that you care about me.” Alex spits out bitterly and Tobin is caught off guard.

“Wait, what? Alex, why is this a big deal to you?” Tobin asks her now pacing fiancé.

“Because Tobin! I would do anything for you and you can’t do this one thing for me!” Alex yells and Tobin is taken back by the younger woman’s tone.

“Alex, I am going to do this interview with you. I told you I would and I will.” Tobin says as she tries to grab her fiancés hands, but Alex rips them away.

“But you’re going to complain the whole time.” Alex says and Tobin can’t really disagree with her.

“I’m sorry Alex but this is out of my comfort zone. I don’t want to embarrass you!”

“Would you rather embarrass me or piss me off even more?” Alex asks with her arms crossed and her famous glare on her face.

“Touché,” Tobin mumbles under hear breath. Mad Alex scares the shit out of her.

“I’m sorry for complaining about the interview. I am just irrationally nervous and I have never done one of these things before.” Tobin admits and Alex’s features soften but she doesn’t say anything.

“I love you so much, Alex and I don’t want to disappoint you on national television. People already talk about how I don’t deserve you and I don’t want to give them more ammunition.” Tobin says as she sits on the edge of the bed and buries her head in her hands.

“I don’t care about what those people think, Tobin. I love you for you and so what if you say something stupid. Maybe you’ll be turned into a meemee, you love those things.” Alex says and Tobin laughs at the last part.

“I love you too but its meme not meemee.” Tobin says with a laugh and Alex rolls her eyes playfully.

“Tobin, I don’t care what those people say or think because they are just jealous they didn’t find you before I did. You’re a total catch babe.” Alex says as she grabs Tobin’s hands and pulls her into a hug.

“I promise I won’t complain anymore. I will do anything you want me to do, with love.” Tobin says as she kisses Alex’s lips.

“And I promise to make you feel as comfortable as possible.” Alex promises.

“Let’s get back to our guests, shall we?” Tobin says as she holds the bedroom door open for the soccer player.

“Well look whose back! Did you guys have smokin’ sex?” Kelley asks drunkenly still in the same spot on the floor.

“Kelley shut up.” Lauren says and Christen walks over and picks Kelley off the floor.

“I am going to take the drunken squirrel to bed. Night guys, have a safe trip.” Christen says as she walks Kelley to her room. “I expect a Twitter or Instagram shout out!” Kelley yells right before her door is slammed shut.

“O.K. love birds I am headed to bed as well. Goodnight Whit.” Lauren says as she makes her way to Kelley’s room as well. “I will drive you two to the airport in the morning so wake me up.” Lauren adds as she disappears into the hallway.

“Do you guys mind if I crash on your couch? Ryan is staying with a friend and I don’t want to be alone.” Whit asks and Alex nods her head and hugs Whit and heads to their room.

“You know where everything is, Whit, so make yourself at home. Kelley already ate all the food so you might be able to find a cracker somewhere.” Tobin says and they both laugh. “Night Whit.” Tobin says and leans in to hug her friend.

“Night Tobs, have a safe and fun trip.” Whitney replies as she falls back on the couch. “Don’t shit your pants on national television!” Whitney adds and Tobin grunts and slams her bedroom door.