Eve sighed. 

„The thing is, that I can’t see him as a regular person anymore because I was admiring him so much back in those days. He was like a god to me. And know it’s hard for me to deal with him as a normal human being. I suddenly feel completely intimidated and insecure in his presence.“

„Do you think he’s better than you?“ Lucy asked. 

„Yes. I have the feeling I’m not good enough for someone like him. It’s really frustrating.“

„Why on earth you think like that? Nothing about him changed. He’s still the same guy who picked you up hours ago to spend a nice afternoon together with you at the beach.“

„Wait.“ Eve said and grabbed her phone. 

„Here. That’s what I found on YouTube. It’s called JC Chasez and the ladies.“ 

Eve gave Lucy her phone and she started the video. After watching it till the end, Lucy gave the phone back to her and processed hard. 

„Okay. I see your point.“ Lucy finally said. 

„Did you count the chicks? Because I tried but stopped at some point as it was really, really depressing…“ Eve whined. 

„But… ehm… it’s been some time ago… I mean… there was no current picture of him…“ Lucy tried to cheer her up somehow.

„It’s true but maybe there is a second part somewhere. I didn’t checked, yet.“ Eve said cynically. 

Lucy cupped Eve’s face with both hands. 

„Honey, you can keep up with that chicks.“

„Maybe I can. But I don’t know if I want to.“

„Then take your time to find out.“ Lucy suggested. 

„Oh… he also released a solo album about sex.“ Eve continued talking. 

„What?!“ 

„Yes. I mean, there’s nothing wrong about some sexy music but this extent of dirty lyrics was a little concerning.“

Lucy sighed now. 

„As I said. Take you time to find out how to deal with the situation. But in my opinion you shouldn’t judge someone for his past. People change, Eve. Not just from outside but also from inside.“

At the same time Josh was lying at his sofa and staring at the ceiling. Then his cell suddenly rang and brought him back to reality. 

„Hey, T. What’s up?“ 

„What are your plans for tomorrow? I’ll be back in Cali for few days without Jess and the kids.“

„Oh ehm… my house is getting redesigned. So we can’t meet here but I’m happy to see you again. It’s been a while.“ 

„Does it mean your interior designer will be on the spot the whole day?“ Justin asked eagerly.

Of course Justin was up to date about what happened in Josh’s life in the last few days. 

Josh rolled his eyes.

„She will…“

„We will meet at your place if you like it or not. I need to see her.“

„T… that’s really not a good idea.“

„Why not?“

„Because she just found out who I am and unfortunately she doesn’t like what she learned about me…“

„Ehm… what?!“ Justin asked irritated. 

„Yap…“

„Dude… did you really hide from her who you are?“

„I didn’t hide it. But I didn’t mention it, either. I was pretty fine with the fact that she believed I was a random guy.“

„Jeeeeez… you really believed you would get away with that brilliant strategy?“ 

„I didn’t think that trough to be honest.“

„Ya… I can see that. So… what now?“

„She’s shocked and needs time to process.“

„Okay. But in the end there’s no reason why this should be a problem, right? I mean, you didn’t kill anyone.“

„She said she wants a normal life…“

„What is a normal life, C?“

„Dunno… but obviously not what she is expecting to have with me.“ 

„It sucks.“

„It does because I really, really like her.“

„Does she know that?“

„If you’re asking if I spoke this out loud, the answer is no. But I did my best to show her that I’m truly interested.“

„And what about her? Does she like you?“ 

„Yes. I think she does.“ 

„Then things will be good in the end, Bro.“

„I hope you’re right because the situation right now is really giving me a tough time.“

On Monday morning Eve was waiting in front of Josh’s gateway for the workmen to arrive. She came by an Uber and didn’t want showing up at his place on her own. 

She was wearing denim shorts, a black tight t-shirt and white sneakers. To keep her long hair under control the whole day, she made two pigtails out of them. Her make-up was as plain as usual. The day would be exhausting, this she knew for sure. That’s why she kept her look simple. 

Eve used the undisturbed moment and put her cell out of her pocket. Then she googled JC to find out if pictures of them were published online. She didn’t have time doing this earlier that morning. 

It didn’t take her long to find what she was looking for on the website of the L.A. Sun. There was a picture showing them from distance lying at the beach and kissing each other. Another picture was showing them on their way to the parking lot, with Josh’s arm arounds her shoulders. Eve’s face was barely recognizable thanks to the baseball cap and her big sunglasses. She read the short article, which was suspecting JC cheating on his longterm girlfriend Jen. Eve decided not making a big deal out of it. Gossip like this was short-dated. She was sure next day no one would care about them anymore. 

Eve saw the moving van from distance and waved the driver. Then she rang the bell and few seconds later the gate got open. The truck parked in front of the house. 

„Good morning guys. Are you ready?“ She cheered when four workmen left the truck. 

„Sure we are.“ One of them replied. 

Eve smiled and went with them to the front door. Josh opened up in the next moment. 

„Hi.“ He said, staring lovingly at her. 

He couldn’t sleep the whole night, but he hoped she didn’t notice the exhausted look in his face. He was wearing comfortable jeans and a plain white shirt. 

„Hi.“ Eve replied. „These guys here will clear up your living area and the bedroom and put everything it into storage until you decide what should happened to that old furniture.“

„Yes sure, go for it.“ He said to the workmen. All four went inside the house, wearing their shoes. 

„You need to be brave.“ She teased. „I can’t ask them to put their shoes off every time they go in and out.“

„I know.“ Josh replied. 

In the next moment Eve put off her sneakers. 

„Well… ehm.. I will take care for the small stuff like decoration and supervise the workers. Is there anything you wanna keep in the house?“ 

„No… I already put some stuff in the basement which I wanna keep. The rest is no longer needed.“ Josh answered. 

„Okay… then you will find me somewhere here if you have any questions.“ She said. 

Josh nodded. 

„Hey ehm… did you see the article in the L.A. sun?“ He asked carefully. 

„I did.“

„How do you feel about it?“

„It’s not a big deal. You can barely recognize my face.“

„Ya… I’m relieved as well.“

Both forced a smile and stared at each other for few seconds. Then Eve went into the living room.

When the furniture was stored in the truck, further workmen arrived. A flooring installer started removing the old carpet in Josh’s bedroom. A drywall builder begun removing the wall to the walk-in closet. In the living area the painting should be done first. But the painter didn’t arrive, yet. Eve used the free time to remove the curtains in the living room and was standing on top of a ladder. 

„Hi.“ She suddenly heard a familiar male voice saying. 

Eve turned around and saw Justin Timberlake’s face. She was absolutely shocked and suddenly lost her balance. The ladder begun to shake. She was holding one curtain in her hand and tangled up in it.

„Oh shiiiiiit!!!“ She screamed.

„Oh no!!!“ Justin shouted, realizing she was just falling down. 

Luckily he reacted in time. He grabbed her waist and caught her. But then he lost his balance as well and fell to the ground. Eve landed spread legged on top of him, while Justin’s head hit the floor. 

„Ouch…“ He complained.

„Jesus! Are you alright?!“ Eve asked concerned, sitting on top of him. 

„This will be a nasty bump.“ Justin replied, touching the back of his head.

„I’m so sorry!“ She apologized. 

Justin give her a charming smile. 

„It was me who frightened you.“

„But still, you got hurt…“ 

„I’m good.“ 

„Really?“

„Ya.“

Justin was smiling shady now. She was so busy being concerned about his condition that she didn’t realize that she was still sitting on him. 

„So… you’re Eve, hm?“

„Yes… and you’re a Justin.“

„Yes.“

„This is unreal.“

He gave her another smile.

„Eve?“

„Yes?“

„I’m not complaining but… if you continue sitting on me like that I believe you’ll bring me into trouble.“

„Oh, good lord! I am so, so sorry!“ She said and hastily stood up. 

Justin enjoyed her embarrassment. He stood up as well, standing in front of her now. He was wearing dark slim jeans an a simple black t-shirt. His hair was short and he was having a beard which suited him pretty well. 

„Are you good?“ He asked. 

„Ya… you saved me from breaking my neck, I guess.“ 

„I’m sorry that I frightened you.“ 

„No… it’s okay… I just didn’t expect seeing you here… or anytime else in my life… that close…“

Justin chuckled. 

„Ya… ehm… I’m hanging up with C today.“

„C?“

„JC.“

„Oh. You call him C because JC is not short enough, hm?“ She teased. 

„Ya.“ Justin replied and smiled. 

Eve smiled back. Things were completely unreal. She was having conversation with Justin Timberlake. Just like that. Life turned totally crazy.