Broadway Baby (27 page)
Authors: Alexandra James
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Lily squeezed Shelby’s hand as the award nominees were read for best supporting actress in a musical. It was Lily’s first nomination and she was up against some heavy Broadway actresses in the category. As the card was pulled from the envelope Lily’s heart stopped for a split second as she heard her name called.
Looking at Shelby in disbelief she stood and with a gentle shove from her co-star began the walk to the stage. Climbing the steps, she accepted the award in shock and moved behind the podium. She’d written out her speech the day before, so she quickly glanced at it, then picked up the award and faced the crowd.
“I had something written out in order to not miss anyone but it doesn’t seem right to use it somehow. So, here goes nothing.” A laugh from the crowd brought a smile to her face and she zeroed in on Shelby’s beaming smile as she spoke. “To everyone who worked on the show a big thanks. You know we wouldn’t get it done without the writers, director, producers, dressers, makeup artists, and the backstage crew. I also want to thank my co-stars because without them the show would be pretty boring.” Another round of chuckles allowed Lily to take a deep breath, “And finally, I want to thank my on stage Mama, Shelby Bishop. Without her I’m not sure how I’d get through the show each night. So thank you, Mama for that swift swat on the ass every night. I know it’s because you love me the same way you know I taunt you because I love you.”
As the crowd broke into applause, Shelby wiped a tear from her eye. Leave it to Lily to thank Mama as well as Shelby in her speech. Hoping that the backstage press wouldn’t be too bad, Shelby settled back in her seat and waited for Lily to return. Her award wouldn’t be announced until later that evening, but win or lose Shelby knew that she had hit Broadway gold with her baby.
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“It looks perfect,” Shelby put her arms around Lily and kissed her gently.
“I never thought my Tony would be on a shelf with your Tony awards,” Lily whispered still in awe. “I wish you would have won too, Shelby.”
“Next time,” Shelby smirked. “Besides, we nailed it with our number at the awards tonight and the after party was perfect.”
“Yeah,” Lily had to agree. “The after party was fun. Even though you wouldn’t let me have any champagne.”
“You’re not twenty-one yet, Lily.” Shelby’s sternness was offset by her smile.
“Technicalities,” Lily smirked and stood on her tiptoes to kiss Shelby on the lips. “I’ll be twenty-one someday.”
“But you’ll always be my baby,” Shelby bent to kiss Lily gently.
“And you’ll always be Mama,” Lily held Shelby’s hand tightly. “But tonight I think big Lily wants to have some fun with Shelby.”
“Well then,” Shelby pushed Lily back onto the bed. “Who am I to argue?”
The End
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