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Sparks Fly 57. Cinema
“Mom,” Tye said, walking down the steps into the sitting room. “Isn’t that the guy that fought with James outside?” Ryan exhaled through almost clenched teeth and glanced at Sofia, as he came down the stairs. “Not the best way I’ve been remembered, but yeah. How are you, champ?” Ryan asked, approaching. “I’m ok,” Tye replied as Ryan dropped his cup on the table, and walked over to adjust his collar. Then Ryan wiped Tye’s left cheek swiftly, cleaning a lipstick smudge, obviously left by Kim. “You don’t want mom to see that,” he whispered, and Tye smiled brightly. Sofia still stood there, petrified. How didn’t she hear them arrive? To make matters worse, now she’d heard James arrive, and with Tyler right there, she wasn’t sure how to react. Then James walked in. “Here we go,” Rico muttered. “Ryan.” James chuckled slightly. “Wasn’t expecting to find you here,” he added, walking into the sitting room. Ryan rose to full height, buttoning his jacket. “Relax, James,” Ryan said. “
Sparks Fly 58. Stroke Of...
For the next few weeks, work went on as planned on BraveHeart, and the episodes were released to growing audiences each time. The events of that evening were slowly forgotten, and everyone moved on. At the time, H.O.S. also continued its run, even in Amanda’s continued absence. One evening, as the soft glow of studio lights enveloped the lounge, Ryan found himself reclining on a plush sofa, sharing light banter with Rico and Jessi. The atmosphere was relaxed, the hum of casual conversation providing a brief respite from the hustle of the industry. As Ryan rose to fetch another glass of tequila, the door swung open, and in walked Sofia and James, their faces beaming with excitement. Sofia's infectious giggle filled the room as she linked her fingers with James'. "Guys, we have an announcement to make!" Sofia declared, her eyes sparkling. The trio in the room exchanged knowing glances, a silent understanding passing between them about the nature of the revelation. "I said yes!" Sofi
Sparks Fly 59. Keep Your Enemies Close
Sofia just stood there, speechless and motionless. As for James, something flashed across his face. But it was Rico who spoke up first. “Hold on, what do you mean in a couple of days Ryan would no longer be with us?” He asked, stepping forward. Are you flying him abroad for treatment?” “Sadly, no. Like I said, his condition is terminal. I’m sorry that I have to be the one telling you this, but, Mr. Barnes is going to die.” “Ok, ok, let’s not get tensed up guys,” he said, pacing. He finally came to a stop in front of the doctor. “Ok, give me a number,” he said, clasping his fingers together and bringing them to his lips. “I mean, even a year is just a couple of days-” “-Ten,” she cut in. “Ten days.” “I’m sorry what?!” Sofia asked, moving for the first time since the doctor’s sudden announcement. “Try to calm down, miss.” Sofia sighed and covered her face with both hands. Then she swept her hands through her hair and nodded, sniffing. There were tears in her eyes. “A- and- do
Sparks Fly 60. This Is It
“Ok, Harry is positioned at the door now. He’s going to lead the line while Jessi and I bring up the rear. Hold on to Tyler, Sofia, and don’t stop until you get in the SUV.” “But what if they decide to break in and enter after we’ve gone?” Sofia asked worriedly. “She’s right,” Jessi admitted. “We can’t all go now. So Tyler and I can stay behind until they’ve all cleared out and then we’d find our way down to Santa Fe.” “Sounds good,” Rico said and Sofia agreed. Then she knelt next to her son. “I know this all seems confusing to you, baby, but when this settles, you and I will have a long talk, and I’ll explain everything. Sound good?” Tye nodded and she kissed his forehead. “Be good,” she said and got up. “Thanks again, Jessi,” she said and they hugged. “Anytime babe,” Jessi replied as they separated, and Sofia left her keys with Jessi before leaving with Rico. The reporters swarmed around her, pushing their mics into her face. But Sofia kept her head low and followed her gu
Sparks Fly 61. Bedtime Stories
“I could hear you guys arguing downstairs from here.”Sofia sighed softly and traced his face with her index finger.“I’m sorry you had to hear that love,” she said.“Now,” she added, slipping off her dainty sandals, and joining him in bed, she rested his head against her, and Tye hugged her.“Tonight’s bedtime story will be about Ryan Barnes and what happened between him and your mother,” she sighed.“Now where do I begin?”“At the very beginning?” Tye replied eagerly and Sofia chuckled.“Well, in the beginning, there was a big girl named Sofia, and she had this belief about love, which her Abuela had taught her: Sparks fly when you meet your one true love-”“-How?” Tye asked.This was the first of many interruptions Sofia would come to experience.“I don’t know,” Sofia exhaled uncomfortably. She was already getting scared that this would be a lot harder than it had seemed.“When your hands come in contact I guess-”“-Have you felt yours before? With Ryan Or James? Was it a-”“-Tye,
Sparks Fly 62. A Roll In The Hay
“Sofia,” Ryan said, pausing at the entrance to his sitting room.“I wasn’t expecting to find you here,” he added, approaching. According to schedule, he was supposed to be airbone right now, nearing the French Rivera for the Cannes film festival, tagged ‘This Is It,’ in his honor.She got up with a tired smile.“We never know what to expect with life,” she said and hugged him.Ryan hugged her as well, but he had this confused look on his face. Even more, after she held on.“I’m sorry,” Sofia finally said, stepping back from him.“I got carried away,” she added, unable to look him in the eye.“Hey, hey. It’s fine,” Ryan said, touching her jaw to turn her gaze to meet his.“It’s not. In five days-” she sighed, unable to complete the statement.“You’ll be fine, love,” he spoke gently.“I love you, Ryan.” The words tumbled from her lips.“Sofia-”“-No, I can’t do this anymore. I can’t lie to myself, James, or anyone else. I still look at you and wonder how I would feel in your arms. I sti
Sparks Fly 63. Last Last
“James,” Sofia sighed. “I-” “-Does this have anything to do with Ryan?” James cut in. “Apart from Ryan, I have to be truthful to myself and to you. You’re such a great guy but I don’t- I don’t love you.” “But you said yes. We felt the spark between both of us,” James countered. Sofia sighed again, oh the spark, the spark. This was harder than she had anticipated. “I know, I know,” she conceded. “Like I said, you’re a great guy, and yes we felt the spark, an even more vibrant one than what I felt with Ryan. So I said to myself. He is a great guy, and I would learn to love him. And at times, it felt like I had achieved it but just like with alcohol, I would later wake up and find myself at ground zero and the recent events,” she held up her hand before he could cut in. “I’m not gonna lie, they affected this decision but I guess this is me waking up sooner than later.” James nodded repeatedly. “Tsk, so this is it?” He finally asked and Sofia nodded hesitantly, her gaze faltering
Sparks Fly 64. E Don Cast
After the photoshoots and interviews, there was an open press conference for the cast of Heart of Stone—Ryan’s last film.Amanda was in attendance as well and took the seat on Ryan’s left side, clinging to him at every opportunity she got and acting overly emotional.Sofia had never been one to hide her feelings so she was visibly irritated by Amanda’s antics. Everyone shared their thoughts, emotions, and feelings on the series and working with Ryan, seated around a table on a stage while the audience watched, with most sobbing.The man playing Niko’s adviser suggested that Niko die too in the film because no one else could fulfill the role.After the press conference, two hosts from the organizers joined them to discuss the film, Ryan’s career, and his special recognition at Cannes while a short film showcasing his career played on a large screen behind them.When all was said and done, Ryan took Sofia straight to his chateau, and having called ahead, everything was already put toge
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