Tonight I was on my way to Michael's 'Dangerous' album release party in Hollywood at this club. I was super excited as Michael's close friend and as a fan. I knew this album was going to be amazing because Michael put so much time and effort into it.

He had already released 'Black or White' and 'Will You Be There.' 'Will You Be There' was already my favorite song. It was so heavenly and you could feel the emotion Michael was trying to grasp. I loved the poetic ending. I found myself repeating that verse all the time.

Michael had gotten great feedback from the 'Black or White' short film as well. It was shown across the world with 500 million views, the most views for any short film. Michael had really outdone himself and I knew that he was nowhere near finished.

I pulled up to the club and there was already a sea of paparazzi and flashing lights. It was going to be a celebrity studded event so I knew they were going to be there. I ran my fingers through my curls and reapplied some lipstick getting ready to step out. I nodded to Wes and he got out to open my door.

As soon as my door opened, flashes blinded me. I smiled and shielded my eyes a bit because I couldn't even see Wes in front of me. "ASHLEY!" "TO YOUR RIGHT PLEASE!" "TO THE LEFT" I heard paparazzi scream from all around me.

I smiled and posed for a few seconds before Wes grabbed my hand and walked me to the entrance. I smiled the whole way, still feeling overwhelmed. We entered the club and 'Sensitivity' by Ralph Tresvant was playing. I smiled at the song, because Michael told me he wrote this song for him.

I was escorted to V.I.P up top and there were a ton of people. I saw Diana Ross, Elizabeth Taylor, Janet, Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Brooke Shields, Eddie Murphy, and a whole bunch of other celebrities. I also saw Mariah Carey sitting with Tommy Mottolla. I was excited to see her. I've been wanting to meet her so bad.

I looked around for a seat when I heard Janet yell, "ASHLEY!!!" I smiled and she waved me over. I walked over to her with a smile and she grabbed me so tight in a hug. "You look stunning, my god. Michael is going to keep you to himself all night watch!" she said as we laughed. "How have you been?" she asked. "I'm great! I'm so excited for tonight! Michael has been working so hard on this album and I just know it's going to be amazing!" She nodded as one of her brothers cleared their throat.

We both turned to look at the 3 of them. They all looked at Janet giving her a face and I chuckled. "Oh," Janet said with her hands up in defense, "my bad. Guys, meet Ashley. She's the hottest model in the game right now! Ashley, meet my brothers, Jackie, Jermaine, and Tito."

I smiled at the 3 of them, "Hi! It's so nice to meet you! I'm a huge fan!" I said as they all stood up. Jackie pulled me in for a hug, "Thank you. That's very sweet. It's a pleasure to meet you."

Tito gave me a hug next introducing himself and when I got to Jermaine he took my hand and kissed the back of it. "Hi. It's so nice to finally meet you. I've been watching your career. You are stunning." I smiled at him.

"Aw, no way! Thank you, I appreciate your kind words!" I said as he smiled at me. Janet smacked his hand down, "Don't touch her. You're married and Mike gon' get you," she said smartly to him as I laughed.

I sat with them and I ordered a cosmopolitan to drink. We all talked and they asked me about my career and I gladly told them about it. I'm proud of myself and my career, so anytime someone asks I happily tell them.

About an hour later, screams in the club became deafening. Michael had arrived dressed in all black. He was wearing black skinny Levis with a Black military Jacket that had a diamond pattern throughout the front with a sparkly strap going from the right shoulder to the left side. He also had a diamond brooch on the front collar. His hair was down curly with a side part. He looked ravishing. I wanted to just take him in the bathroom and let him do whatever the hell he wanted to do with me.

As he walked up the stairs, he blew kisses and waved to the fans. He was turning on his arrogant, but sweet persona. He was always so sweet to the fans though. I loved watching him interact with them. He was like me. We didn't treat our fans as fans, we treated them like family. I watched him intently as I saw him then turn on his "shy" persona while greeting friends and family in the V.I.P. section.

I saw him squeeze Diana tightly as they swayed back and forth. I smiled at them. I was a huge Diana fan and Michael told me about their little past relationship. I felt for him when he told me she was his first heartbreak, but he did tell me he would always love her. He also told me he was going to introduce me to her tonight.

He made his way to our table and when his eyes landed on me, he smiled widely. "There he is! There's the man of the hour!" Jackie teased as we all stood up and Jermaine and Tito cheered out. He all gave them hugs and thanked them for coming. Jermaine whispered something in his ear and Michael looked at me and then back at Jermaine and told him sternly, "Watch it."

"Hi, Dunk! Thanks for coming!" he said as he hugged her. "Oh, you know I was coming. I'm so excited and happy for you, but my next album will beat yours in sales," she teased as he gave her a look.

He got to me and looked me up and down. He softly grabbed my hand and twirled me around as I chuckled shyly. When I faced him again, he said, "You look...wow..stunning. I can't even think of proper terminology for how you look." I smiled back at him. "Yeah, well look at you. You look ravishing Michael," I said as he checked me out once more. "Thank you, but this dress, oh boy. You look like art," he said at my Chanel dress.

(Ashley's dress, but without the necklace and bracelets.)

I blushed and thanked him as he hugged me and kissed my cheek. We all sat and talked as people came up to us wanting to talk to Michael. I continued to catch up with Janet and a few times Michael and his brothers would listen in.

I was escorted down to the DJ booth so we could start playing my new album. I was super excited for everyone to hear it. I feel as if it was my best work in a long time. I had musical freedom and I worked with everyone I wanted to. This album was going to be a hit, I just knew it.

"Come on everybody, let's give it up for Michael! MICHAEL! MICHAEL! MICHAEL!" the DJ chanted with the crowd joining in. He handed me the microphone and I chuckled at the screaming of my name.

"Thank you. Thank you," I said as I bowed my head. "I just want to say a few words before we start playing my new album entitled 'Dangerous.' First and foremost, I want to thank you all for being here. It means the world to me and I'm so grateful for all of your love and support. Secondly, to my new Sony family, thank you for helping me make this album one of my best. I'm grateful for your professionalism and your support and belief in me as a person and as an artist. Lastly, thank you to my family, friends, and most Importantly God. Ladies and Gentlemen, I give you 'Dangerous!" I exclaimed as I handed the mic back to the DJ and 'Jam' kicked off.

I talked to a few fans on the floor and watched people's reactions. Everyone seemed to love it and it made me so happy. There were screams and applause after every song and it made me so grateful.

The best reactions were to 'Remember the Time,' 'In the Closet,' and 'Dangerous.' I was filled with happiness as I saw almost the whole club dancing and singing along to the first single, 'Black or White.'

I made my way back to the DJ booth as 'Dangerous' went off. "Out in stores today! I hope you guys enjoyed it as much as I did! Have a great time tonight!" I said before I headed back to V.I.P.

As I made it back upstairs, I was met with cheering and applause from all of my friends, family, and business and musical partners. I smiled and laughed looking around at everyone feeling so loved and happy. People congratulated me and told me they loved the album, but my mind was on one person.

While I was down in the lower section, I would glance up and see Ashley and Janet dancing to some songs and bobbing their heads with smiles on their faces. I made my way to their table and my brothers all gave me a group hug. "Good job, Mike! We're all happy for you man. This album is gonna be a success!" Jermaine said as Tito and Jackie nodded, agreeing. "Thanks guys. I really appreciate it and appreciate you being here."

Janet squeezed me tight next and squealed in my ear. "Amazing, Mike! It's sooo good. I want to listen to it all over again! Mother and Joseph are going to be so proud of you!" I smiled at her, "Thanks Dunk. I love you!"

At last, I turned to Ashley and she was tilting her head with a smile at me. One of my favorite things she did. She just looked so adorable. She clapped as I stood in front of her. "Michael Jackson does it again. I'm so proud of you! It's amazing!!! I LOVE it!!! I'm going to go buy like 100 copies tomorrow," she said in my ear as she hugged me. "Thanks, Smiles. I'm so glad you like it. I've been wanting to hear your opinion on it all night."

She laughed, "No really, You've outdone yourself Michael. I'm so happy for you!" she exclaimed, hugging me once more.

I left to take pictures by myself and with people in attendance. Then Ashley and my siblings came over for their pictures. Afterwards, we all sat down and we talked amongst each other. Mostly all 5 of them gushing over the album. We had ordered drinks and we were all feeling pretty good, so Ashley and Janet got up to go dance. As I watched her, my brothers scooted over closer to me.

"So, Mike. What's up with you and Ashley?" Jermaine asked as they all smirked. I turned towards them, "Nothing. We're just friends," I said looking at all 3 of them. "Hmm, so she's single?" Jermaine asked teasingly. I gave him a look, "Don't even think about it." They all laughed and Jackie patted my back saying, "Thatta boy, Mike."

"Michael! Come dance with me!" Ashley yelled out. I got up and my brothers whistled behind me as I flipped them off playfully. "I'm telling momma!" Tito yelled out jokingly.

I grabbed her hand and we danced to 'Around The Way Girl' by LL Cool J. She pulled me close and whispered in my ear, "So any of those songs about me?" I pulled back and looked at her, "Maybe a few you were behind the inspiration," I said, smirking at her. She threw her head back laughing. Across the floor, I spotted Diana. "Come on. There's someone I want you to meet," I said pulling her away.

"Diana, there's someone I want you to meet! Diana, meet Ashley. Ashley, meet Diana!" Diana squealed, "Oh hi!! I've heard so much about you!! I've been following your career. You are even more beautiful in person, my gosh!" Ashley smiled as Diana pulled her into a hug. "Thank you, Ms. Ross. You don't know how much it means to hear you say that! I'm a huge fan!!"

Diana waved her off, "Oh please! Call me Diana." I left as they continued to talk. They hit it off really well. The way they were talking you'd think they had already known each other. I went to talk to Liz as they continued to talk.

As Liz and I talked about my album, Ashley and Diana approached us, holding hands. I smiled at them as I stood up. "Michael, I love her! I can't believe you kept me from her all this time!!" Diana said as Ashley interrupted, "Yeah Michael. I can't believe you!!" I put my hands up in defense at their playful attack.

"Well, I'm out of here Michael. I have a show in two days, but again, great album! I am so proud of you and the artist you have become! I love you!" Diana said. I hugged her and thanked her for coming as she gave Ashley her number and hugged her.

Ashley turned back to me with a smile. "There's someone else I want you to meet," I said, grabbing her hand and moving to the side. "Ashley, meet Elizabeth. Elizabeth, meet Ashley."

"Hi darling!" Elizabeth said as she stood up and hugged Ashley, "I've heard so much about you. This one over here never stops talking about you," she said, gesturing to me. Ashley laughed.

"Hi, Ms. Taylor. A pleasure to meet you! I'm a fan of yours! Michael and I have actually watched a few of your movies together. And I could say the same about you! Michael always talks about you!" We all sat down and talked till Elizabeth left with her new husband, Larry.

People began leaving one by one and I saw Ashley and Janet getting ready to head out. I ran over to them. I leaned in and whispered in Ashley's ear, "Come with me tonight." She nodded at me.

We both said bye to Janet and my brothers. Of course, Jermaine kissed her cheek. He did that on purpose. Between him and Randy, they will literally try to steal your woman. I can't stand it, but they are my brothers.

Ashley went off to tell Wes she was leaving with me as I said bye to a few more people. She came back and grabbed my hand as I was talking to Sandy. "Ready?" I asked and she nodded. Bill escorted us out of the club and of course paparazzi bombarded us with blinding lights and asking us if we were a couple. We didn't answer, just smiled. Ashley hopped in the SUV and I placed my hand on her lower back to help her.

Finally, the door shut and it was calmer than outside. Ashley turned to me and laughed as I breathed out. "What?" I asked, smiling over at her.

"Nothing," she said, "I just feel like something's going to happen tonight." I smiled at her.

I didn't even expect what was gonna happen tonight, but it made it one of the best nights ever.