by: Holly

A love that comes from within…

July 17th, 2001

A hotel in Phoenix, AZ

He sighed as he stepped onto the balcony of his hotel room penthouse, then rubbed his eyes as he came up to her. The glorious sun glowed on her face.

"Morning babe," he said. He gently kissed her.

"Hi handsome," she replied.

"Breakfast is ready, you want to come in and eat these pancakes before they get cold?" Justin said. She nodded.

"I’ll be in a little while baby," said Britney.

"You feeling okay?" he asked as he looked into her eyes.

"Just tired, that’s all," she said. He gently hugged her.

"Tell you what," said Justin as he looked into her eyes. "I’ll cancel our plans for this morning, and the two of us can just hang out here." That sound good?" She nodded. Justin, Britney, the guys and Bobbee had gotten in late last night from San Diego after a grueling concert. They were all tired and didn’t have rehearsal until 3:00 that afternoon. Justin and Britney hated lying to the press that they were virgins and didn’t share hotel rooms together. They weren’t virgins and they did share hotel rooms. In fact, they had done it a few weeks ago.

"Justin, I have to tell you something," said Britney.

"Britney, what’s really going on?" asked Justin.

"I…I’m…" she began. "You’re what baby? Whatever it is, you can tell me," he said.

"I’m pregnant," said Britney.

* * *

Later that week…

"Hello, I’m Kurt Loder for MTV News. Today at an N*SYNC press conference for the Pop Odyssey tour, Justin Timberlake announced that he was NOT a virgin and that he was expecting a child. Here is a clip from the conference." Justin came on the screen.

"Everyone, I have something to say that does not have ANYTHING to do with the tour. I want to clear up a few things. One, I am NOT a virgin. Two, I am about to be a father in several months and I wanted to say it before anything nasty came out. Thank you." Kurt came back on.

"Word is out that Britney Spears is the mother, but JIVE officials will not say anything more. We’ll keep you posted later on. Stay tuned for more news, 10 to the hour, every hour."

Lynn Harless sighed as she shut off the television. The phone rang and she rushed over to it and answered it.

"Hello?" she asked.

"Lynn?" It was Britney’s mom, Lynne.

"Hi Lynne, did you see it?"

"Yes I saw it. Do you think it is Britney’s kid too?" asked Lynne.

"Yeah, and I was just about to call Justin’s cell phone to get the real scoop. They’re in Oakland, right?"

"Yeah, in fact, Britney left a message saying that she was going to stay on tour with them for a little longer. And guess how long she’s staying for?"

"A couple weeks?" guessed Lynn.

"Wrong, a couple MONTHS. Something is definitely going on here."

"I bet you she IS pregnant. I’m going to call Justin, see what’s going on," said Lynn.

"You do that. Call me when he spits it out," said Lynne.

"Bye."

"Bye." As Lynn hung up she immediately dialed Justin’s cell phone number. It rang a few times before he picked it up and answered.

"Hello?" he answered.

"What’s this I hear about you having a baby?"

"Mom! Hi! How’s it going?" he wondered. Damn, I’m in trouble… he thought.

"Don’t 'Hi Mom' me, mister. Are you and Britney pregnant?"

"Mom, now is not a good time. Britney is sick. Throwing up all over the bathroom in my dressing room."

"Are you or are you not? Stop changing the subject."

"Yes, we are." She sighed.

"How could you be so stupid?" she asked.

"But we used protection Mama. It didn’t work, that’s all," said Justin. He checked in on Britney.

"Whose on the phone Justin?" asked Britney as she looked up. Morning sickness was definitely kicking in.

"My mom," he said as he cupped his hand over the receiver. "She saw the MTV News broadcast."

"Damn," she muttered. Then she threw up again.

"Listen mom," he said as he talked into the phone. "Can we talk later? Soundcheck is in fifteen minutes and Britney and I aren’t even ready yet."

"Okay, be careful tonight and Justin?"

"Yeah Mom?"

"I love you and congratulations."

"Thanks Mom. I love you too."

* * *

Later that night…

Thousands of screaming fans echoed the stadium as the members of N*SYNC, Britney and Bobbee, along with the crewmembers, gathered backstage.

"Shall we pray?" asked Justin. "Jace, lead the prayer please."

JC nodded and everyone joined hands and prayed. He talked loudly over the screams.

"Dear heavenly father, we ask that you bless each and everyone of us tonight as we perform. We also ask that you please bless Britney and Justin, as they are expecting the miracle that you blessed them with. We ask that you watch over us and allow us to perform without any flaws. We pray in your precious holy name, Amen."

"Amen," replied everyone and Justin squeezed Britney’s hand. Bobbee and JC kissed, and so did Justin and Britney.

"Have fun, okay?" Britney said as they kissed. Justin nodded.

"Stick around here though, okay? I want to tell everyone the news."

"Will they be supportive though? I mean, after what happened in San Diego on my birthday…"

"Baby, I know this crowd. When I announced that we were together to the same crowd, they all screamed with joy!"

"Okay, as long as you don’t have anything up your sleeve."

"Don’t worry, I don’t. Not yet at least anyway," he said with a laugh. Britney playfully swatted him, shooed him to his opening spot, and kissed him again.

"I love you," said Justin.

"I love you too."

* * *

She giggled as she saw his shirt that said "JT *hearts* BS." She thought that he was joking about having something up his sleeve but she never imagined that he wasn’t kidding.

"I guess he wasn’t kidding," said Britney to Bobbie.

"Kidding about what?" Bobbie replied

"He said that he had something up his sleeve. I guess he wasn’t joking. I thought he was," said Britney. As the song ended, Justin came off the stage, grabbed the girls, and pulled them on stage. Bobbie immediately went over to JC, and Justin pulled Britney over to his side.

"You ready to tell them?" he whispered. She nodded yes and Justin spoke into the Mic.

"Hey everyone! Look who’s here!" he said as he pointed to Britney. Everyone screamed with joy. "See? I told you they were glad to see you!" he said. She nodded and waved.

"The reason Britney is on stage with us is because we have an announcement to make. I’m sure some of you may have seen the MTV News brief about me claiming to not being a virgin and expecting a child earlier today, and it’s true. I am NOT a virgin, and I am going to be a dad." The entire arena screamed happily. "The lucky mother is standing right next to me. Yes, the mother of my child is Britney." Even more happy screams came, supporting the young couple. Britney had tears of joy in her eyes as she saw how much these fans cared about her. She waved, blew kisses and was about to leave when Justin gently grabbed her arm.

"Wait Brit. There’s one more thing left," he said as he pulled her close to him. As he began to get down on one knee, the arena was full of cheers, and she started to cry again. Flashes were going off, to capture the Kodak Moment. "Not only would it make me happy if you became my wife in front of our friends and family, but in front of God to make it official. Britney Jean Spears, will you marry me?" He revealed a diamond ring that he had hidden in his pocket and she nodded as he slipped it on.

"Yes!" she said. The arena was filled with cheers again, and the other N*SYNC members and Bobbie cheered, except Chris, who was paying off on a bet that he had with the others that Justin would NOT propose. Britney and Justin kissed.

"I love you J."

"I love you too Brit."

* * *

December 24th, 2001

Britney sighed as she looked into the mirror. She carefully adjusted her dress as Bobbie put the veil on.

"Well?" asked Britney.

"Perfect," said Bobbie. Kelly, Dani and Laura-Lynne agreed. Not only was today Christmas Eve, it was the day that Britney and Justin were going to get married. The baby was due sometime in March, and since Britney always wanted a Christmas wedding, Justin and Britney decided to get married when she was exactly 5 months pregnant. Today was the day. A knock came at the door.

"Ready you guys?" It was Jamie, Britney’s dad.

"Yeah, we’re ready," said Kelly. As the girls went to take their places, Jamie held out his arm. Britney took it and they headed to the backyard. As the wedding march started, Justin caught a glimpse of Britney and smiled. She was beautiful. As Britney and Jamie reached Justin, Jamie put Britney’s hand in Justin’s and the ceremony began.

* * *

4 months later…

March 25th, 2002

"Come on Britney, you’re doing good baby,’ said Justin as Britney was delivering their first child in the delivery room of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

"Shut up Justin!" yelled Britney as she grabbed his shirt collar. Justin looked at Britney’s doctor in fear.

"Don’t worry Mr. Timberlake," said the doctor. "She’ll be herself once the baby is out. Come on Britney, one more push and your baby will be here!" As Britney pushed for the last time, their baby came into the world, wailing like a fire engine.

"It’s a boy!" said the doctor as he placed their son on Britney’s stomach. A nurse wiped the baby off, and the doctor handed a pair of surgical scissors to Justin, who gladly cut the cord. Justin then kissed his wife as their son was taken and weighed. Their son was a big baby.

"How much do you think he weighs?" asked a nurse to Justin and Britney.

"Oh, definitely 8 pounds," said Britney.

"Are you nuts Britney?" asked Justin. "He’s definitely at least 8’5."

"You guys are both wrong," said the nurse as she brought him over. "He’s 8’10." She placed him in Justin’s arms.

"8’10?" they cried.

"Wow," said Justin as he held his son’s little hand.

"Justin?" asked Britney. "I know we all thought it was going to be a girl, so I know what to call him."

"What’s that baby?" he replied.

"Justin Randall Timberlake Jr. And we’ll call him Randy for short."

Justin was awestruck for a few minutes, then finally took his son outside to show everyone.

"It’s a boy!" he said as he came out with Randy in his arms.

"Alright!" said Chris. "A boy to spoil!"

"Uh Huh Chris," said Justin. "I’m the only one that’s allowed to spoil him. He’s my son and my namesake."

"You mean?" asked JC.

"Yup. This is Justin Junior. We’re calling him Randy for short," said Justin. His father smiled, proud that Justin and Britney decided to nickname their son after him.

"I’m proud of you honey," said Lynn as she gently hugged him.

"Thanks Mom." He grinned.

* * *

Eighteen years later…

"Randy! Justin Randall Timberlake Jr.!" called a voice.

Randy shut the journal and hid it in the pile of papers. He brushed off his suit, bounded down the attic stairs, and came face to face with his younger sister. 16 and a half year-old Rachel Timberlake tossed back her long blond hair as she smoothed her dress.

"What’s wrong Sis?"

"Your girlfriend’s here," said Rachel as she gently punched his arm. Tonight was prom night.

"Great," he said as he gently punched her back and darted down the stairs into the large foyer. He saw his girlfriend and Rachel’s best friend, 16 and a half year-old Jessica Adams, who had her back to the stairs, talking with his OTHER sister, 17 year old Jennifer. James Adams saw Randy coming down the stairs and motioned for Randy to scare Jess. Jenny had been born nine months after Randy; Rachel and her brother were born a year after Jenny; their baby sister Christina was born a couple years later. He gently snuck up behind Jess, grabbed her, and swung her around. She shrieked with delight.

"Justin Randall! You put me down this INSTANT!" cried Jess.

"Uh huh, not ‘til you scream Uncle!" he said.

"JUSTIN RANDALL TIMBERLAKE JR.!" she shouted. "PUT ME DOWN! NOW!" He groaned, put Jess on the ground, and pulled her into a passionate kiss.

"I’m sorry baby," he said as they pulled apart.

"That’s okay. But WARN me next time you’re going to do that!" she said as she fixed her dress. At that time, Rachel and Adam, Rachel’s twin, came down the stairs. Randy whistled as he saw his little brother all dressed up for his first prom.

"Wow, Adam! Lookin’ sharp buddy!" said Randy as he patted his brother’s back and rustled his curly blond hair.

"Hey!" shouted Adam. "Watch the hair! It took me an hour to get it just right!" Everyone rolled their eyes, then proceeded to leave the house.

"Wait a Minute!" shouted a voice. It was Justin Sr. with Britney and Christina in tow. Justin and Britney were coming along to chaperone. Christina, who was a freshman, was James’ date. James was a junior like his sister, who also happened to be his twin.

"Awww, Mom! We don’t want you to show up with US!" said Jenny.

"Why not?" asked 38 year-old Justin Sr.

"Because," said Jenny. "We’ll look bad showing up with our parents. Can’t you guys come after us?"

If that’s what you want…" began Justin.

"It’s what we want," said Adam.

* * *

Later that night…

"Can I have everyone’s attention please?" asked one of the Prom committee members. "It’s time for the coronation of the Prom King and Queen!" Everyone cheered and the Prom court members, which consisted of Randy, Jess, James, Rachel, Brianna Fatone and Lance Bass Jr.

"First, let’s have a slow dance." The song that was chosen was one of the songs that was as old as Randy was. It was one of his dad’s songs from their third CD. It was called "Something like you" and was written for Britney.

As the song ended, everyone applauded, and the Prom Advisor was handed an envelope.

"Okay folks, time to find out who the lucky two are!" She fiddles with the envelope, and smiles as she reads the names of the king and queen. "Our 2019 Prom king and queen are Randy Timberlake and Jessica Adams!" Everyone cheered and Randy swung Jess around. They kissed, and accepted their crowns and other stuff. Jess whispered something to the advisor and the advisor nodded.

"Everyone? Jessica just informed me that she and Randy want to sing something instead of dancing to it." Everyone cheered as the music to Randy and Jess’s duet they had written started to play. Jess was currently working on an album like her mother had when she was nineteen. Her father, who was a pharmacist, sang and wrote a duet with her mother when she found out that she was pregnant and wrote a song for Jessica and James. This song, however, was for Britney and Justin, who were off to the side. They smiled.

It’s Love…

As the musical interlude came, they danced for a while until it was time to sing again.

It’s Love…

As they held the note on the word "Love" to end the song, everyone applauded wildly as they stopped. They kissed, then giggled because James and Lance had been do-si-doing the whole time.

"I love you Jess."

"I love you too Randy."

* * *

Many years later…

Thursday, July 25th, 2030

"Hello, I’m Katie Loder with MTV 3 News. A Tragic story for you folks. Pop King Justin Timberlake Sr. was pronounced DOA today after his hovercraft collided with a wall. A second car had hit Mr. Timberlake’s car, causing it to crash. The driver of the other car was arrested for Vehicular Homicide and will be put on trial next week. Mr. Timberlake is survived by his wife Britney, his children Justin Jr., Jennifer, Rachel, Adam and Christina, his daughters-in-law Jessica and April, his sons-in-law Nicholas James Adams II, Joseph Fatone III. and Christopher Kirkpatrick Jr., and many grandchildren. Funeral Services will be broadcasted Live on MTV, MTV 2 and MTV 3 on Monday, July 29th. He was only 49 years old. We have prepared a slide of footage to show you."

It started off with a picture of Justin as a baby, Justin when he was on Star Search; Justin with Britney on the MMC; a picture of back when they were on tour together; a picture of Justin and Britney at the 2000 VMA’s; one of them at the AMA’s; one of them at the Celebrity Release Party; their wedding picture; a picture of Justin and Britney with newborn Justin Jr.; a family picture taken at a water park in LA; a picture of Justin dancing with Jessica at Randy and Jess’s wedding; a picture of him and Britney holding their first grandchild, and a picture of the whole gang at a family 4th of July picnic. While the footage was being shown, the song that had made Holly, Jess’s mom, famous was being played. It was called "Goodbye my Friend/We‘ll Remember You." But now it was in Memory of Justin.

46 year-old Holly Adams sighed as she shut off the TV She sat down on the couch and started to cry again. Her best friend was gone forever and the memories would always haunt her forever. Her husband came into their living room and sat down next.

"Holly honey? Come in and have a cup of tea," said Nick.

"I can’t believe he’s gone, Nick."

"I know baby, but just remember that he’s in Heaven." She nodded, then cried again, this time into his arms.

"How’s Britney?" Holly asked.

"She’s still upstairs crying. Holly, we may have to sell their house. She says that she can’t go back in there; that there’s too many memories."

"You think she should move in with us?"

"Yeah, I think she should." Holly smiled, and the two of them got up and walked into the kitchen.

* * *

A few days later, everyone had gathered around the grave to say "Farewell" to a legend. As Justin’s casket was lowered into the ground, Britney threw a bouquet of Red Roses into the hole.

"Goodbye Baby. I’ll see you soon," she said. And with that, is casket was covered with dirt. The tombstone read this:

* * *

Britney stood at the edge of the cliff, then sighed.

"I’m coming Justin. I know you are waiting for me…" As she said this, she dropped the rose, then jumped to her death…

* * *

The funeral had been beautiful. Roses were everywhere. All had come to say goodbye to Britney. Her tombstone read this:

As the girls wept, the men did their best to comfort them. It was a sad day for all.

* * *

Britney opened her eyes. Where am I? She wondered. She was dressed in white and was surrounded by clouds, people with wings and a gate. A young man stepped in front of her.

"Hello Britney. We’ve been waiting for you," he said.

"Who are you? Is this Heaven?"

"It’s the gateway to Heaven. My name is Peter. I am the keeper of the gates." Another young man came up beside Peter. "This is my colleague Gabriel."

"THE Gabriel? The one from the story of Jesus’ Birth?"

"That’s me!" said Gabe with a laugh. "Welcome to the happiest place of all."

"I thought that was Disney World," said Britney.

"Just on Earth. Here, we make dreams come true with the Angels. When people die, they come here if their good and are granted one wish. In Justin’s case, he wanted you here with him."

"Well, he got his wish. I couldn’t be one more day with out him. So I jumped off the cliff by my home," said Britney.

"And with that in mind, we have a surprise for you," said Gabe. Peter motioned toward the gates. The gates opened, revealing lots of swirling clouds. A man about Britney’s age came out. He had curly blonde hair, a goatee, and was dressed in White. It was Justin.

"JUSTIN!" screamed Britney. She ran to him and he scooped her up and swung her around. They kissed for a long time.

"I missed you," Justin said as they pulled apart.

"Me too," said Britney.

"Guess who I saw?" asked Justin.

"Your mom?" asked Britney. He nodded.

"Yours too. And our dads."

"Let’s go Justin. I want to see our new home up here in Heaven." He nodded and they walked inside the gates. The swirling clouds rolled in behind them and the gates shut for the next couple to be reunited. Gabe put a hand on his buddy’s shoulder.

"It really IS Forever Love," said Gabriel.

"It sure is Gabe. It sure is…"

The End