Landons nerves started working up again. The one thing he hated the most was being on stage. But, today was another story. Infront of him was Chris Brown, User, Rick Ross, Beyonce and so on. All the biggest names in the industry where gathered under one roof and he was chosen to perform for them. His biggest concern today wasn't singing, but how he would perform. Would the biggest stars in the world like or criticize his performance ?
Miley Cyrus was originally scheduled to host the awards but couldn't make it due to health problems, this resulted in a substitute host to take over, and the lady chosen was none other than Lizz Herself. The news came out a say before the event was scheduled. While some fans were thrilled by the news as they would get to see both Landon and Lizz some were calling it a conspiracy. They claimed that this was "The man" trying to capitalize on the hottest "fan-ship" that was not being called "Lanzie" (couldn't come up with anything cute....sorry🤣). While the show had finally started, Landon notices all the major artists who are also going to perform at the back. Chris Brown & Tyga noticeable artists in their own right were chatting. Tyga noticed Labdon looking over and called him over to join in.
Tyga:
"Well, if it isn't the man who took the music world by Storm. Wussap man?" He said
Landon:
" I'm okay, how about you?"
Chris:
"We good. Man, I gotta say. I liked that song you did with Bruno. Word on the street is that you wrote it yourself."
Landon keeping his composure responded keeping his composure. "Yeah. Written and produced all by me."
Chris Brown with excitement couldn't help but smile. "Damn. When are we going to work on something together than?"
"You want to work with me?" Landon responded.
"Don't know if you noticed, but you're the hottest thing right now. Looking at it from a business point I don't think there's anyone who wouldn't want to work with you. Is t that right, Ty?"
"Yeah" Tyga responded with enthusiasm.
Just as the three where discussing the future of a certain collaboration the room felt unease. A man, with a cut fade wearing black sunglasses walked into the room and he put his hands on Both Landon and Chris Browns shoulders. "Yo, little brothers. What's up? " He said with a smile on his face.
Landon turned his face and saw who the man is. A man who would become the center of attention in 2024 going forward."
"Diddler?" Landon shouted.
"Diddler?" The man responded. "Mhhm, that doesn't sound so bad. I think I might make that my next name." He responded with a smile.
"I saw you three chatting and wanted to come and congratulate you guys on the nomination." Tyga and Chris Brown exchanged looks of concern before both accepting the kind words. Diddy turns his attention to Landon. "And I came to congratulate you as well. Not even a year passed since you became a solo artist and you're already performing at the BET. You have me to thank for that, I put in a good word for you to be here tonight."
Landon, known for keeping his composure was now unease. He moved from Diddys hand and thanked him for the opportunity. As he turned, Diddy grabbed him yet again. "Slow down,little brother. I wasn't done talking. You know, I'm a fan of your music and I was thinking you'd make a good addition to bad boy." He said with a smile. Rachel coming to check on Landon saw how unease he was and stepped in for the save. "Landon, what's going on here?"
"Rachel!" Landon said and moved to Rachel. Diddy looks at Rachel and reaches out a hand to greet her. "I'm P. Diddy. I was just talking to Landon about a potential move to Bad Boy." Rachel looks at Landon and asks. "Are you leaving EchoWave?" She asked with concern. "Nop" Landon responded quickly.
"So what's all this talk about Joining Bad Boy?" Rachel asked. Diddy stepped in. "I'm not trying to take away you're talent, all I'm saying is he needs to be under the management of someone who's been in the game longer, and not somebody playing management."
"Excuse me?" Rachel shouted.
"Tell me, Rachel. What has EchoWave done for Landon? Cause if I heared right he does all the work, the beats, the lyrics, the music video directing. All your doing is riding the cocktail of his success. If he joins a big label like Bad Boy he can have more time to relax and focus on being a normal kid. We will fire the best Ghost writers for him and the best producers. Can you offer him that? Mhhm" Diddy said with a smirk.
Rachel looked at the floor with embarrassment. Was what Diddy saying true? Was Her and her Label really living off of Landons success? What would happen if Landon walked away? Would she had to close it down or look for another talent? But where on earth would she find another Landon? Just as she was about to answer her was was shaking and she couldn't muscle up the power to speak back. Landon seeing this decided to step in.
"Are you kidding me?" Landon said form behind Rachel as he was slowly approaching Puff. "Look here, puffy. I made those terms on my contract. I don't like people getting involved in my work and telling me how to do my work, do you honestly think I'm the type to let others do the work while I take the credit? ( Author coughs). The reason I sided with Rachel wasn't just because I needed a record deal at the time? Do you really think I'm money driven that I'll just come crawling to you cause you say so?"
Puffy feeling embarrassed as the young man infront of him stood up tried to slap Landon. Landon saw the hand coimg at him in slow motion, just as diddys hand was about to hit him he deflected the slap, grabbed he hand and tossed Diddy on the floor. Diddy got up and tried to start a squabble with Landon, but the security team and some present male celebrities arrived in time to seperate the two parties.
"This isn't over. You hear me Boy!!! I'll make sure you get canceled after tonight. You hear me?" Diddy said as he was getting pulled back. Landon,almost like a different person just stood there locking eyes with Diddy and didn't even say a word back. A certain man was watching from the back With Kendrick Lamer. "Yo, Kenny. Do you think we should step in and help the little kid out?"
Kendrick sighs and responded. "I don't know , Top. But, I like how he showed loyalty to his Record label, who's to say he won't turn down our help?"
"That's the thing. I'm not interested in talking him sway from his 'home'. If puff gets wind that the kid is under my care he'll back off." Said the man.
"Well. If that's how you put it. I think it's best you have a talk with him when his calmer." Kendrink responded back.
Top Just nodded in response to what Dot had to say.
The awards finally kicked off with Kendrick Lamar Opening the night with a powerful performance of "Alright" The performance afterwards followed originally like they did in 2015. The only difference was that instead of K. Michelle, Tamar Braxton and Patti LaBelle came Landon. The lights deemed and the stage was set In a bar theme the first song "Shape of you" started. The catchy melody had everyone on their feat singing along. After the first Chorus ended the bridge started and the last Chorus came through. When the song ended all 11 dancers had left the stage and only Landon was left. The next song, "Stuck with you" started and Ariana Grande made her way to stage. The two sang along with each Blanding with their amazing vocals and made the audience lovely and cheerful. Just as the music fades the intro melody of " Dusk till dawn" kicks in. Landon & Ariana sing it in unison all the way till the bridge and finally, Sia makes her way to do the hook,adding in another flavor to their vocals. The trio finally close the the performance and take a bow to thank the audience.