I bet ur wondering why I am posting my story again? I had to change a few things but its back now
and tonite I shall work on part 5 tonite and I might post it tomorrow or monday
TITLE: Willow: In the Twilight of Memory AU
AUTHOR: AmberAlysonLover
EMAIL:Becky_Presley@elvis.com
RATING: PG - 13 and soon NC-17
DISCLAIMER: I don’t own the characters, Joss does or whoever. I also dont own the name Elvis Presley. His name and life belongs to Lisa Marie and EPE
SPOILERS: Did Elvis really die?? Not in my story! Willow wouldnt die.........
TIMELINE and NOTES: This story is set in the 50's, 60's and 70's. Willow is the female Elvis and you can guess what happens. So there's no vamps just pure rock and roll
FEEDBACK: I love it, I live for it, either here or by email, although here is better.
ARCHIVE: Wherever, just let me know first.
THANKS: To my father letting my watch Jailhouse Rock when I was 16 years old! It opened my eyes to real music.
OTHER THANKS: To Alyson Hannigan and Amber Benson who gave us all happy times in Buffy and Lots of love to Elvis. The king is dead.....long live the Lisa Marie!
ANGST? WHAT ANGST? Maybe minor stuff, but nothing to be worried about.
AUTHOR’S NOTES: I know alot of people will think this is mad. But I love Elvis and I love Willow and Tara. I thought it would be great fun to re - write the greatest American idol story and make Willow the biggest star ever! I hope u all enjoy
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4 - G.I Blues, a death of a mother and a girl named Tara.........
Willow couldnt believe how good her life was. All her record went gold, her films were making millions and her personal life was better then ever. Then just before christmas, Willow recived her draft notice. She knew this day would happen but she wasnt ready for it. After reading the letter, she called Buffy for a chat.
Willow: It's here. I am off into the army.
Buffy: Same here. Infact, me, Xander, Spike and Angel are going into the army too.
Willow: I guess Faith's broken leg had a use after all
Buffy: Yeah, she's happy she aint going
Willow: Some people are just lucky
Buffy: So does your mama know?
Willow: Yeah and she took it bad. She hasnt talked to me all day
Buffy: So your gonna do it??
Willow: I have to. I need to do it for me and for America
After the call, Willow went to look for her mother. She walked downstairs and saw Shelia sittin at the dinner table. There was a bottle of wine near and Willow knew that Shelia was taking the news bad.
Willow: Hello mama
Shelia: I've never seen these muiscal christmas tree's before
Willow: So you dont like them?
Shelia: I just cant used to it, thats all
Willow: Are you ok?
Shelia: I am worried about you going into the army
Willow: I know mama
Shelia: Willow, you buy me so any things. I think I am gonna open a gift shop soon
Willow: There must be something you want for christmas? Oh, what about a fur coat?
Shelia: I dont think I need one. I am not a movie star
Willow: You are to me, mama. You are the most beautiful woman in the whole wide world
Shelia: Dont go into the army, Willow. Its not safe
Willow: I need to go. I cant drop out
Shelia: But your my only child. I cant lose you
Willow: There is no need to be worried. Its peace time, mama
Shelia: Yeah I know. You better go out with your friends.
Willow: Merry christmas mama
Shelia: Go have some fun
Willow kisses her mother goodbye. She leaves the room but looks back and see's her mother taking diet pills. Willow knew her mother hid things from her. Willow wanted her mother to open up and talk before she goes away. But by March 24, 1957 Willow is inducted into the US army. She is assigned the serial number 53310761 and moves the army base in Aransas. At the base, Willow is given a hair cut. Her long hair wasnt good for the army so she gets it cut short. She hates it real bad but she also is scared about her life now. That afternoon, she meets Rupert Giles for a chat.
Willow: It feels like I am dead. All that is missing is a coffin.
Rupert Giles: Not by a long shot, Willow. You are just not another pop singer. You have sold over 25 million records, have made 4 films which make alot of money. Willow you are something which comes along once in a lifetime. No one will ever forget you, I will make sure of that
Willow: But no one will see me till 1960. Thats a hell of a long time
Rupert: We have new songs ready to be bought out.
Willow: I wanna thank you for helping me out. It means alot
Rupert: I will make sure you will be the biggest star in the world till you come home
Once Willow arrives home, Shelia has dinner all ready for her.
Willow: That smells good mama
Shelia: It's your fave. I thought you would like it for dinner
Willow: Where's daddy?
Shelia: I sent him out to get some milk. I like your hair, sweetie
Willow: I look very stupid!
Shelia sits down and lets out a moan. Willow can tell that her mother isnt very well
Willow: Are you ok??
Shelia: Yeah I've got a little cold
Willow: Are you sure? I mean you can tell me everything
Shelia: I am just worried about you and this army
Willow: Soon we shall be in Germany. I would never go anywhere without you
Shelia: But Jesse, I dont want you to go
Willow stops eating. Her mother just called her Jesse. Willow knew there was something really wrong.
Willow: Jesse??
Shelia: I dont want you to go Jesse. Oh Willow I didnt mean to call you that
Willow ( panics ): I'm gonna find daddy. Just sit back and I'll get daddy
Before Willow can leave, Ira comes home. He can tell Shelia isnt looking too good and Willow told him the story. Willow then called a doctor who told Willow to take her mother home. Ira get's the car ready to take Shelia home. Willow had booked the tickets for the plane.
Willow: Now dont you worry, mama. The doctor will look after you
Shelia: Dont stay, come home with me.
Willow: I need to get a few days off. I will be home very soon, mama. I love you
Then she watches as her mother is driven off. Willow can see Shelia wave from the back window and starts to cry. All she can think is that she's gonna lose her. A few days later, Willow gets some leave from the army. She arrives home and heads to the local hospial. Ira smiles when Willow walks up to him, dressed in her army uniform
Ira: Go in and see your mama. She has missed you
Willow: I'll be right back, ok daddy?
Ira nods and opens the door for Willow. The whole room smells lovely. Everyone who knew Shelia had given her roses. Willow walked in, smiles as Shelia looked up and give her a wonderful smile
Willow: Hello mama
Shelia: Willow! You look so fine in your uniform
Willow: I do? I wore it for you only.
Shelia: I am so happy to see you
Willow: The doctor says your gonna be fine. So once your well enough, you and daddy are coming to Germany with me
Shelia: I cant wait. I hope I get to see the world with you
Willow: You will and I will give you whatever you want
Shelia: I am so tired. I need to sleep.
Willow: I know. Get some sleep and I will be right back
Willow kisses her mother on the cheek before leaving. She walks out, looks at her daddy and pulls him into a hug.
Willow: What's wrong with mama?
Ira: Mama has acute hepatits. The doctors are doing everything to help her
Willow: But she looks so ill, daddy
Ira: She will get better. She is doing fine Willow
Willow: I need something to eat
Ira and Willow walk off to get some food. A few hours later, Ira is alseep while holding Shelia's hand. Willow is also asleep on a chair near the window. Ira wakes himself up and looks at his wife. He kisses her hand but then he felt that she was cold. He felt her again and she was very cold. Ira went to kiss her lips, but there was no breath. Ira began to cry.
Willow: No Shelia! Willow wake up!
Willow wake up with a jump. She looked over and saw her father crying. She ran over and held Shelia's hand. Willow felt how cold she was and knew that her mother was dead. She started to cry and climbed onto the bed to hug her. Ira went to hold Willow's hand but she pushed him away.
Willow ( crying ): Please wake up! Come on mama, wake up!
But its too late. Shelia was gone. Ira and Willow broke down and Willow let her father hold her. They both couldnt believe that she was gone. Willow for days later, was totally heartbroken. She wouldnt let anyone see her. The day came and Shelia was laid to rest down the road from Glacelands. Willow couldnt believe they were gonna bury her and leave her like this. Willow saw her mother being placed in the ground and started to cry again. Buffy and Faith held her up and made sure she didnt jump after the coffin. Behind her, Anya, Spike, Angel, Fred and Gunn were all crying. Everyone loved Shelia and everyone knew how Willow wouldnt cope without her around.
Later that night, Willow was alone in her room. She was just sitting there, looking at a picture of her mother. Then she heared her door opening and Xander walked in. Willow stood up, looked at him and she could tell he was crying
Willow: My mama's gone, Xand. She left me here
Xander: I know Willow. I am very sorry I couldnt come sooner
Willow: What do I do now?? What does it all mean??
Xander: You live on for Shelia. She would want you to carry on
Willow ( breaks down in Xander's arms ): I wanna die! I cant carry on without mama
Willow and Xander both cried together. Xander had lost his own mother around the same time as Willow. He knew what she was going through. Then on September 10, 1958 Willow felt for Germany. She took her father and some of her friends with her. She needed to have them around to make up for the death of her mother. A few months after hard work, Willow was asked to a party. Her father had met a new woman, they began dating and Ira wanted Willow to come along to to meet her.
Ira: So what do you think of her?
Willow: She is a very nice woman
Ira: She is and I like her. I know your mother hasnt been gone long
Willow: Daddy, I know you dont wanna be lonely.
Ira nodded, stood up and walked over to his new girlfriend. Willow held back a tear and then saw a girl come into the room. This girl, Willow thought, is the most beautiful woman she's ever seen in her life! Willow watched the blond girl look around till their eyes met. Willow give her a small smile, this girl smiled but looked away. Willow giggled and saw that the girl was looking right at her once again. Willow put down her cup, stood up and walked over to the girl.
Willow: Hi, I'm Willow Rosenberg
Tara: I'm Tara Maclay
Willow ( shakes Tara's hand ): It's very nice to meet you, Tara
Tara: It's nice to meet a pop star
Willow ( smiles ): I am just Willow here. Would you like to sit down with me?
Tara nods and they walk to the sofa. Willow sits down and watches Tara slowly look into her green eyes
Willow: Sit down with me. Would you like a drink?
Tara: Soda please
Willow hands Tara a cold soda. Willow watches Tara slowly drink and she cant believe that god had made such an angel.
Willow: So you came with your daddy tonight??
Tara: Yeah I did. He told me that you was gonna be here. I wanted to make sure he wasnt lying
Willow ( smiles ): He wasnt after all. I bet your gonna tell all your friends about this?
Tara: They wouldnt believe me. They would say I was on drugs or something
Willow: Can I ask, how old are you?
Tara ( looks at her feet ): I am 20 years old
Willow: I am 24. I am slowly getting older hehe
Tara: You look really good
Willow: Thanks Tara. You look beauitful tonite
Tara is taken aback. She is used to girl's telling her that but not Willow. The queen of rock and roll. It felt kinda freaky
Willow: I hope I didnt upset you? I just dont think at times
Tara: It's fine. I didnt mind at all.
Willow: Good. Listen, would you like to come out for dinner tomorrow nite?
Tara: Emmmmm you would have to ask my daddy
Willow: I will. Just wait here
Willow stood up and walked over to Tara's father. Donald Maclay looked at Willow and give Willow a smile.
Willow: Mr Maclay, I have been talking to you daugther, Tara. I wonder if I can take her out for dinner tomorrow night?
Donald Maclay: Really? Why would someone like you would want with my Tara?
Willow: I like her. I would love to become her friend.
Donald Maclay: I think that will be fine. Just dont try and get fresh with her
Willow: I just want to be her friend
Willow and Donald shake hands and Willow walks back to Tara. She has been watching what was going on. She really hoped her father said yes about tomorrow night. Willow sits down and closes her eyes.
Tara: How did it go?
Willow: He's one tough cookie! But he said yes
Tara: Great! Oh, I have to go. Shall I call you about dinner?
Willow: That would be fine, Tara
Tara: So I'll call you in the afternoon, Willow
Tara stands up and so does Willow.
Willow: Goodbye Tara. I will see you tomorrow night
Tara: It's been lovely to meet you, Willow
The next day, Willow and Tara had dinner. They got to know each other better and become friends. Then one night a few weeks later, Willow arrive at Tara's house. She knew Tara might have been busy with school work but she wanted to take her out. Willow walked to the front door and Tara opened it
Tara: Willow!
Willow ( hands her some flowers ): Yeah, little old me. I wonder if you can come out with me? For a little drive?
Tara: Yeah I do. I'll get my coat
Willow waited and Tara came running out. They both walked down the drive and Willow held open the door for Tara to get in. Willow then let herself in and drove off down the street. They ended up at a small lake.
Willow: I had a good time tonight, Tara
Tara: Me too. I've never had this much fun before
Willow: Isnt this a lovely little place? Shall we stay here for a bit?
Tara: Yeah that would be nice
Willow and Tara move closer together. Tara is trying to act cool and not scared aboit being alone with Willow. Then Willow looks over and can tell Tara is kinda freaked out. She wanted Tara to feel safe and warm
Willow: Have you seen the moon on the water before?
Tara: No
Willow: It's something so beautiful. You can see sparkles in the water. It's such a wonderful moment
Tara leans onto Willow shoulder and then Willow slowly kissed her neck. Tara's never been anywhere before and Willow kissing her neck give her huge chills!
Willow ( snuggles into Tara ): You are so beautiful, Tara
Once again, Willow started to kiss Tara's neck again, again and again. Tara started trembling, she felt like she was gonna melt
Willow: I cant think of any other place I'd rather be
Tara: Nor can I
Tara's voice was weak and sounded cracked
Tara: I'm gald I live here
Willow: I am not talking about living here, Tara. I'm talking about being here with you
Tara: Well thank you, Willow Rosenberg. I'm gald you're happy to be here with me
Willow turned Tara around, held her at arms length and then looked deep into Tara's blue eyes
Willow: You dont have to be afraid of me. I'm not gonna hurt you, I promise
Tara: Willow, I am not afraid.
Willow; So why are you trembling then?
Tara: I am just a little bit nervous, thats all Willow
Willow pulled Tara close, and took Tara's face in her hands. Willow then kissed Tara's forhead, nose, each eye before giving Tara the most passionate kiss Tara's ever experienced in all her 20 years. Willow and Tara fell into the kiss and before they knew it, Willow pulled away. Tara smiled and licked her lips. She loved the way Willow tasted. They spent the next few hours, kissing and talking about life.
Tara: I cant believe I kissed on the first real date!
Willow: So you never been kissed before??
Tara: No. I guess no one ever really wanted to kiss me before. There is a name for girls like me
Willow: Tara, all we did was kiss. No one will think your easy or bad.
Tara: Do you have to go home soon?
Willow: Yeah in a few weeks, Tara. I hate to leave you
Tara: I know and I dont wanna see you go
Willow kissed Tara gently on the lips.
Willow: Maybe one day, you can come over to see me??
Tara: You mean that??
Willow: I wanna give you everything. I wanna make you happy forever
Tara: I also wanna make you happy
But Willow knew in a few weeks, it would be over. Maybe before she leaves, they can spend one night together. No funny stuff but she wanted to feel her close before she left for good.