2 weeks later (first day of filming)

Beep beep beep.....beep beep beep.....beep beep beep...

My alarm kept going and going because I was too sleepy to get up.

We shouldn't have slept late yesterday, I thought.

Thomas and I were busy playing charades last night. It was lots of fun! Eventually, we ended up playing the 'imitation' game. I don't really know what it's actually called but, one person has to imitate a person or animal while the other tries to guess.

The monotonous sound of my alarm kept going. I groaned, and reached for my phone which was sitting on my bedside table. '9:45 AM' I read off the lock screen.

I got up from my bed and stretched. It was at that moment that I noticed that Thomas was not in bed. Where could he be?

He's probably taking a shower or something, I thought.

The whole hotel room was quiet. A little too quiet.

I walked to the bathroom and knocked on the door. There was no reply so I slowly opened it. I expected to find Thomas but he wasn't there. I got worried.

"Thomas! Thomas? Where are you?" I called out while searching everwhere. It was as if we were playing a game of hide and seek.

I decided that I'll call him. I hurried to my phone and dialled his number. "Come on, pick up!" I said to myself. The phone kept ringing but no one was picking up. I sighed.

He's probably gone for a walk. He'll be back soon... hopefully, I thought.

I put my worry aside and settled on taking a shower. I walked back to the bathroom and stripped down. The warm water ran down my back and body, making me relaxed and refreshed.

I got out, only wearing a bathrobe. I'll have to change anyways in a while, to go on set. I prepared myself a cup of tea and then sat on the sofa.

This was the best two weeks! I've had the time of my life! Thomas and I have become such good friends, I thought as I took a sip from my tea.

We'd always stay up late laughing, talking, playing around, watching a movie. Though, It wasn't play time always, we also memorised the script.

I've had a crush on Thomas ever since I was young. Ever since I had watched Nanny Mcphee for the first time. That crush was a fan crush. But now after spending so much time with him, I'm kind of liking him, for real.

A couple of days ago, the whole cast had taken a bus that James had hired, to the city. We all quarrelled over where to go and finally ended up at a mall.

The whole cast dispersed into small groups, friends with friends. I ended up with Thomas, which was pretty predictable.

We walked around for quite some time then went to Starbucks. Thomas got a chocolate smoothie and I got an Iced Caramel Macchiato. I try something new every time I go there!

We sat down for atleast one and a half hours until we decided to go to the supermarket. Well, I wanted to go there to get some food.

I got a whole cupboard full of food! Chips and biscuits and chocolate and fruits and vegetables and juice and milk and bread and jam and...

BZZZZZZ... BZZZZZZ... BZZZZZZ... BZZZZZZ... BZZZZZZ...

Just then my phone rang, snapping me out from my thoughts. I looked at the screen. My mum was calling.

"Hello?" I said. "Hi dear! How are you? HAPPY BIRTHDAY!" My mum's voice, full of excitement.

My birthday? Since when? Was it really today? I thought.

I counted the days and tried to calculate what day was it today. 29th April! Turns out it is my birthday...

"Hello hello? Anyone there?" My mum said, bringing me back to the world. "Yeah sorry, mum. I kind of forgot it was my birthday today," I said, a bit embarrassed. Who forgets their own birthday?

"It's alright love, you're probably tied up with work so you forgot what day it is," mum said in a sweet tone. I then talked to my dad and younger sister who wished me.

"It's on speaker phone now so everyone can hear you! There's someone special who wants to speak to you," mum said.

Someone special? Who? I don't know anyone special who's family or friend..

"Hello?" A deep voice said at the other end. I was confused. I didn't recognise the voice. "Hello, who's this?" I had nothing else to say. "Who could it be Ellie? Why would some guy call a loafer like you on your birthday?" The man said with a laugh.

Now I knew exactly who it was! It can only be one person. The one person who calls me a loaf or loafer, just because I'm lazy and I don't do exercise. It can only be, my younger brother John.

"Oh my God! Hi! I didn't recognise your voice... sorry," I said. John laughed, "You didn't recognise me?"

John is a video game developer and lives in US. He went there for studies but because of his job, now he lives there.

"Anyways, HAPPY BIRTHDAY my big potato! What you gonna do on your special day?" John asked goofily. Ugh I missed his voice so much! Even though he's my brother, and brothers can be really irritating, I love him with all my heart!

"Umm, nothing special really. Because it's the first day of filming, I don't have any plans. Plus no one here actually knows it's my birthday so... yeah," I really didn't have much to tell.

"Tell us about the movie. We heard that you're acting with Thomas Sangster!" My mom said. I could here John 'ooh-ing' in the back. Man, I'm gonna punch him!

Because I used to watch Nanny Mcphee all the time because of Thomas, everyone in my family would tease me. They all know that I love him a lot so, they won't miss any chance to bring him up.

"Yeah... Umm, I am acting with him. It's uh, it's uh... romantic comedy. Yeah, that's all." What else could I tell them huh? 'Can't wait to make out with him! So excited!' YEAH NEVER SAYING THAT!

"I'm pretty sure you can't wait to kiss him, huh?" John howled with laughter. "Ughhh! If I could somehow slap you right now John Canterbury, I WOULD! You'd get a free punch as well!" I practically yelled. God he can be annoying!

"Okay, chill! I'm just kidding... but you do want to kiss him right?" I could literally see the evil grin on his face as he said that. I just ignored it.

After that whole situation was sorted, I continued to chat. We said our goodbyes and I ended the call.

At that moment, I heard the front door open. I wondered who it was. Seconds later I got my answer. Thomas walked into the room I was in, holding two paper bags in his hand. They were from McDonalds. He was wearing a jacket and his hair was all scruffy.

"Hey! Good morning! I thought you'd still be asleep," Thomas greeted. "Good morning! Why on earth are you holding those bags in your hand? Where were you?" I questioned. Thomas put the two bags on the coffee table and took his jacket off.

"Oh I just thought we should have a nice breakfast so I... got McDonalds breakfast! Just for someone's special day... Happy Birthday!" Thomas explained and hugged me.

OMG HE'S HUGGING ME! THIS IS THE FIRST TIME HE'S HUGGED ME! I THINK I AM GOING TO FAINT... I fangirled in my mind.

His muscular arms were wrapped around me and his strong perfume filled my nostrils. I buried my head in his chest and wished this moment would never end. It was hard to hide the smile on my face. I tried but it just kept coming back.

But perfect moments sometimes only last for a few seconds. To my sadness, Thomas pulled away from the hug.

"Well, we should eat! I'm starving! Okay, I bought a sausage and egg McMuffin meal and pancakes. Which one do you want?" Thomas asked as he picked up the paper bags and examined their contents.

"Umm, I'll take the McMuffin, if you don't mind," I said. Thomas smiled as he gave me the McMuffin. He sat right next to me and we began to devour every last bit!

We finished our amazing breakfast and I was sipping on my apple juice. Thomas had got him self a hot chocolate. We were talking about the events of early this morning.

"So after I woke up at like 8:30 AM, I showered and decided to go for a walk. While walking, I saw McDonalds and just thought I'll get some breakfast for both of us! Good idea, huh?" Thomas narrated. I smiled, "It was a brilliant idea! Thank you. It was really kind of you. You made my day!"

Our eyes met and Thomas immediately looked towards the floor. His cheeks started to turn pink!

"OH MY GOD ARE YOU BLUSHING?!" I said in shock and excitement. "NO! What? I don't blush..." Thomas said so softly it was almost inaudible, "Am I blushing?" "Yes, it's very clear! But don't worry it's cute," I replied and pinched his cheek when I said 'cute'.

"Anyways, oh Lord, look at the time! It's going to be 11:00 in fifteen minutes! Don't want to be late on the first day!" I said as I stood up from the sofa. Thomas did the same and went to wear his shoes. I guess he's wearing the same thing he wore in the morning, a white buttoned shirt and jeans. It doesn't matter, we'll have to change on set.

I wore the most simplest clothes I have. Tights, a blue shirt and on top, my favorite red hoodie. It seemed as if it was going to rain, so I thought I'd wear something that can protect me from getting wet. Plus, its cold. For shoes I wore my sneakers. The outfit is not the most attractive thing I'd wear but it's comfortable.

I grabbed my purse and walked to the front door. Thomas was standing there leaning against the wall. "Ready?" He asked. I nodded and he opened the door.

I can't wait for shooting! This is going to be EPIC!

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At the set
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The wind was blowing and it became quite chilly as we were being briefed about the targets for today by James. He told us that because today is the first day, we would just get used to the script and do one scene today. It was a scene in the rain, where my character, Serah, forgets her umbrella and bumps into Thomas' character, Charlie, while she was out for a walk.

I had already been in the costumes and make up department. There wasn't actually anything special about my make up or clothes. Simple make up and for clothes I was wearing a grey high neck sweater and on top was a double breasted coat, navy blue. My bottoms were tights and shoes were black peep toes, with mid-heels.

"Okay, we'll begin in five!" I heard James announce as I saw Thomas walk up to me. He looked cute. He was wearing black jeans and a black buttoned shirt. On top, he had a black trench coat and his shoes were well, normal black sneakers.

"Hey! You look good! I hope I look okay," Thomas smiled and ran a hand through his hair. I giggled. I love it when he does that. "You look perfect!" I grinned.

We both walked over to James, "You guys look brilliant! Great, umm, Thomas you'll be having an umbrella because this is an rain scene and Ellie, you won't have one! Sorry!"

James explained exactly what was going to happen in the scene and we took our places. "And... Action!" James said, and the scene began.

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Finished shoot, at hotel
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I was sitting on the sofa, texting my best friend. Rebecca or 'Becky' as I call her, is the best person you could have as a friend. I've been her friend since Uni, which was about 6 years back. She's weird and funny and is always there for me.

Thomas walked into the room holding black dress shoes in his hand. He sat down next to me and started putting them on. Can I just say that he looked hot. Like really hot! Well, doesn't he always?

"Hey El! Umm, do you know where my phone is? I can't bloody find it! Could you help me search?" Thomas asked, clearly in stress. "Yeah sure. But why are you dressed like that?" I replied with confusion. I got up from the sofa and started searching.

"Oh, well, James has organized some 'big event' for everyone and he asked me to help. It's supposed to be formal so I wore this! Do I look okay?" Thomas explained and made air quotations with his hands when he said 'big event'. He was wearing a black dress shirt and pants. He looked okay?! He looked... he looked... handsome!

"You look... really good! And I found your phone!" I said as I pointed at his pant pocket. Thomas reached in and removed his phone, "Oh... well, I must have put it in there when I was changing." He ran a hand through his hair. I grabbed him by his shoulders and looked into his eyes, "Why are to so stressed? You're making me worried!" "Me? Stressed? No not at all! It's just..." he said and trailed off. I rolled my eyes. "Calm down, okay?" I commanded.

Thomas took a deep breath. I let go of his shoulders. "Thanks El. Okay bye, I need to go!" Thomas said as he headed for the door. I followed him.

He turned around and looked at me. "Umm, Ellie, everyone's invited including you so just wear something nice and formal, but not so formal, you know what I mean?" Thomas said.

Yay I'm invited! AWESOME! I thought.

I gave Thomas a thumbs up, "Will do! What time should I be there?" Thomas looked at his watch, "In about an hour and a half? Yeah, you should reach by 6:30-ish. Lucy and some others will be with you, so just meet her and come." I nodded. "Okay bye, see you soon!" Thomas said and walked out the door.

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Going to the 'big event'
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I was putting some make up on, eye shadow, mascara and some dark pink lipstick.

I was wearing a white sleeveless shirt, with a golden skirt which had some black designs. My shoes were black heels with bows on them and I had a beige purse. I left my wavy hair by my sides.

I put a ring and earings on. To tell you the truth, I looked pretty good! I just hope it's not too fancy.

I walked out of the main door and saw Lucy, my new friend, a few doors down doing the same. "Hey! Oh my God! You look beautiful!" She said as she walked up to me. She was wearing a red dress, knee length, with a belt around her waist. It was perfect, with her strawberry blonde hair open.

"Thanks Lucy, you look great too!" I said. We walked to the elevator and went downstairs to the hotel lobby.

There were about 4 more people in the lobby. And as they saw us coming they all headed for the main door.

Lucy and I walked outside and there was a mini van waiting there. Everyone got in, including me and we drove to the 'big event'.

We reached after about half an hour and everything was dark and quiet. We got out of the van, one by one.

"Oh! I forgot my purse! Let me get it," I told Lucy and walked back into the van. I searched my seat and finally found out. I went back out and was shocked to see that everyone I came with had disappeared.

Where are they? They were here a few seconds ago! I thought.

It was scary, I could only see shadows of things, like trees. I proceeded a bit further, the light of the street lamp my only source of guidance.

"Hello? Anyone here? Umm, there was supposed to be some event over here," I called out, hoping for a reply.

Nothing. Not a sound. Atleast not a human voice. The only sounds heard were the ones of crickets and the wind blowing.

"Hello? If this is some sort of prank it's not funny! I just wanna know where..." I was interrupted as a colourful display of lights switched on. They were on the trees and around chairs. It was beautiful.

"What in the..." "HAPPY BIRTHDAY!" Was what I heard right after. Everyone from the cast and crew jumped out from their hiding places exclaimed. There were so many people!

My jaw dropped. I completely forgot it was my birthday!

"Happy Birthday to you! Happy Birthday to you! Happy Birthday dear Ellie... Happy Birthday to you!" Everyone sang and clapped. I was smiling like an idiot.

"Oh my God! You guys..." I was speechless. I looked at everyone and checked for that one face, but it was no where to be seen.

Someone tapped my shoulder from behind. I turned around and... BOOOO!!

"Good Lord! You bloody scared me!" I said breathless. It was Thomas, grinning like a child. "Happy birthday love!" He said as he hugged me. He pulled away and kissed my cheek.

OMG! HE KISSED MY CHEEK! Best birthday ever... I thought.

I smiled at him. He is so sweet! I turned around and saw that everyone was slowly coming towards me. The ladies started hugging me and the men shook my hand. All happening while each of them wished me 'happy birthday'.

There were a few drinks out and people started drinking. I don't drink any alcohol but eh, it's my birthday! I just took a glass of wine. I liked seeing everyone happy. They were all talking in their small little groups.

"So did you know about the surprise or it didn't stay a secret?" Thomas asked, one hand in his pocket and the other with a glass. He had folded his sleeves up.

"Nope! Didn't know a thing! You kept it a secret, alright," I replied as I took a sip of wine. Someone was waving at us, at Thomas, trying to get his attention, like flagging a boat. I squinted my eyes and found out it was James. "What is he doing? I think he's calling you," I said.

Just then, Thomas got a text on his phone. He looked at it and said, "Umm, I have to go. I'll be back." He jogged towards James.

"Hey! What's up? How was the surprise?" This was Lucy as she came towards me. "It was amazing! I didn't expect it!" I grinned at her. Lucy walked up to me, to the point our shoulders were touching. She looked me in the eyes and mumbled, "You know... Thomas really likes you. I mean, he surprised you! I don't think he'd do this for any one. You're special and he's quite fond of you. You should be happy, I mean, if you like him too."

I didn't know what to say. What was I supposed to say? I was lost in my tracks. Did he really like me?!

"You're kidding! Did he tell you?" I asked fearing the answer. "Umm, well... he didn't specifically say it. It's actually pretty obvious. The way he looks at you, how he cares about you, all this he's done. Anyone would say that he likes you. Today actually, he was asking and talking about you," Lucy spoke, as I looked at Thomas. He was talking to some other cast members and had a big smile on his face. He looked back at me, waved and smiled.

"See? He looks so happy when he sees you! I'm telling you that you two are cute together. Make it happen!" Lucy said. I saw Thomas walk up to us, "Hello ladies! Mind if I interrupt?"

Lucy grinned, "I'll just be going, leave you two to talk." She backed away, keeping eye contact with me the while time. When she was out of Thomas' view, she made a heart with her hands, mouthed the word 'Perfect' and walked away. I got a but worried and annoyed. I know that she's teasing me but, what if Thomas saw? I let it go and then looked back at Thomas.

"So..." Thomas began, which left us in complete silence. Out of nowhere, I just hugged him tight. I could tell he was alarmed because he didn't hug back at first, but eventually his arms were wrapped around me.

"Thank you, Thomas," I said into his ear, "Thank you for everything. All this and whatever you've done for me before! I wish I could do the same for you." Thomas pulled away, "You are most welcome and honestly, I haven't done much! Just put a few lights here and there, called everyone and kept it and secret. And don't say that you wish you could do the same for me. Spending time with you, getting to know you was like the best thing ever! I'm so glad I got casted in this movie because I met you!"

Those words hit me like a train. Was he actually saying all that? No one has ever said something even close to that! And coming out of him is just...

"You're joking, you just want to make me happy!" I said out of disbelief. "No! I really mean it!" Thomas said and sighed. He scratched the back of his neck and said, "Umm, Ellie, I don't really know how to say this in the least creepiest way but... I really like you. I won't make this long and cheesy but ever since we met on set and the two weeks we had together, I've grown fond of you. I just... I don't know what to say. I just hope this won't ruin our friendship."

Okay, I'm paralysed. Like really, I can't move! Someone help me! I didn't just hear that! THOMAS SANGSTER LIKES ME?!?! WHAT IN THE WORLD?

"Uh, El? Hello? Anyone there?" Thomas asked as he waved a hand infront of my face. "Yeah what? Oh, sorry I just... zoned out. It happens to me sometimes! But you like me as a friend, right?" I replied.

I mentally face palmed myself.

WHAT THE HELL? WHY'D YOU SAY THAT? 'But you like me as a friend'! STUPID!! I thought.

"Yeah yeah, as a... friend," Thomas said, clearly uncomfortable. An awkward silence came next. "Ellie, there's something else. A surprise," He said, thankfully breaking the silence. "Lead the way!" I said and laughed.

He led the way till we reached reached a round table. Everyone started to gather around as me and Thomas. "I'll be back, just just a sec!" Thomas said in a hurry and went off someone where. I just awkwardly stood there as everyone was smirking and looking at me.

All started to chatter till I heard someone sing, "Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you!" It was Thomas. He was walking towards the table and he had a huge cake with him! "Happy Birthday dear Ellie... Happy Birthday to you!" Everyone joined in and then clapped. Thomas put the cake on the table right in front of me. It was beautiful. I was dark chocolate in color and had pink roses on it. It had five candles and 'Happy Birthday Eleanor' was written on it.

I could feel my eyes watering up because I was so happy. I thought this birthday would be... nothing. Like no one knows when my birthday is, except Thomas. But I was wrong.

I looked at Thomas and he smiled. "What's a birthday without a cake?" He said, "Come on! Make a wish and cut the cake!" Without hesitation, I made a wish and blew the candles. Then I slowly cut the cake. Everyone cheered and applauded. Then I took a small piece of the cake and put it on Thomas' face. The crowd gasped and I laughed.

I got a bit scared when Thomas didn't laugh or smile. He was serious and angry. His hand made its way towards the cake and he picked up a piece. The next thing I know is that there's cake on my face and everyone's laughing.

We all had a share of the cake. "Oh! I forgot! There's something else," Thomas said and ran off. What has this guy got now? I wonder...

We were standing next to the same table where I cut the cake. Thomas came back with a box in his hand. He gave it to me and smiled, "Here! Someone dropped it off for you."

The box was wrapped in purple wrapping paper and was a little bigger than palm size. "Thanks Thomas!" I said as I shook the box. I wanted to know what was inside!

I gently unwrapped and gasped at what I found, a Samsung phone. I was ecstatic!

The phone I have right now is one of the old Samsung ones. It was a smartphone but it was so simple, it didn't even have a front camera! I wanted a new phone for ages!

"Who gave this to you?!" I said with excitement. "Oh, someone called John! Do you know him?" Thomas said with a simper. Oh John! He's awesome!

"Yeah obviously! He's my brother," I replied. "He said that it was from him, you mom and dad and Emily," Thomas explained. "My family is epic! I want to see if the phone will work!"

I opened up the box and removed the phone. I switched it on and voila! It had battery! "Yes!" I said and clicked on camera.

"I want a picture with everyone! Everybody join in, stand in a group!" I announced. One of the guys was very kind and offered to take the picture.

"1...2...3...SMILE!" The guy said and click! The flash blinded my eyes. I went over and saw the picture. It was perfect! I took a few more pictures with Thomas and of myself and with some other cast and crew then socialised.

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Back at the hotel
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I was left alone, sitting on the sofa anxiously waiting for Thomas to come back. He said he had one last surprise for me so he went to fetch it. We had come back about an hour ago and I change into my pajamas, hot pink with white polka dots.

Thomas came back after what felt like an eternity. He sat down on the sofa and faced me. I crossed my legs and looked at him. "Here you are! I hope you like it!" He said as he gave me a blue box. He got me a present?!

"Thomas I can't take this! You've done so much. You didn't have have to get mee a gift!" I said. First he threw me a surprise party, next he got this yummy cake and now he's given me a present! This is too much.

"Oh come on! You don't even know what it is! Please open it. I saw it and I thought it would be perfect for you," he said. The excitement showed on his face.

I sighed and slowly opened the box, not knowing what would be inside. I gasped for the second time today because the earings that were placed inside. They were flower shaped and had diamonds on them. Well, they looked like diamonds. It was simple, but at the same time elegant and beautiful.

"Oh my God Thomas! These are amazing! They're so pretty and... are these real diamonds?!" I asked, kind of dreading the answer. "Maybe...maybe not," Thomas sang. What if they are real? He must have spent so much on it.

"Thomas, if they are real, why? It would have been so expensive! Why spend so much on a gift for someone you've only known for two weeks?!" I said, my tone getting serious. "Calm down.i never said these were real and i never said they were fake. I've known you for only two weeks but when I saw these I had to get them. I said to myself that Ellie would look beautiful in them, so I bought them," He answered, a little bit hurt.

"Look I'm sorry. I just... don't spend alot next time! I'm not worth it," I told. "Not worth it? Of course you're worth it! You're smart and funny and pretty and fun to hang out with. I've enjoyed every moment with you. Thank you! Who would I spend my money on? I only use it for the people I'm fond of and well... for me," Thomas explained and put his hand on mine.

I looked at the floor and tried to hide the smile on my face. Those words just... I'm speechless.

"You know Thomas, I feel the same for you. I mean, I love hanging out with you. No one has ever said anything like that about me," I sadly said. "Well they should start to!" He said.

I hugged him tightly and whispered, "Thank you Tommy! You're the best!" His grip on me tightened. "No problem, anything for you!" Thomas whispered.

I let go and kissed his cheek and slowly they started turning red. "Oh my God you're blushing... again!" I laughed. "It's not funny!" Thomas said and crossed his arms. He looked like a little boy. And it was that moment when I wished that this day would never end.