He felt his heart thumping louder every second, like he performed, time seems to be moving in a snail pace and his anxious self is getting the best of him. Elliot glances beside him to notice Rowan chatting away leisurely on his phone occasionally paying attention to the ceremony. There was a long boring speech and short performance after giving away the 3rd prize. Now it's time for the 2nd and after this the fate is known to everyone, he catches a glimpse of Evelyn with closed eyes clutching her gown firmly between her fists
She was looking absolutely gorgeous, even with her eyes shut she was screaming for Elliot to embrace her right away. He knows she is tensed, each performer is rather shivering lightly or sitting fingers crossed. Getting into finals was a big accomplishment but winning is everyone's dream. He wanted to surprise her after the ceremony even if they are runner ups
"When they performed, the whole stadium couldn't take their eyes off. It was so beautiful and so synchronized that it left the guests, audience and all performers awestruck. We are so glad to announce the runner up and silver prize winner from Canada" The MC announces with a huge grin as the arena lights up with mild screams and applause
It's done, his love won. After years of struggle and hard work she finally won in her dream show and will be taking the prize and a fancy special dancer locket as winner home. He was elated, beyond clouds as he looked at his sky searching for him in the crowd. She let her tears flow freely immediately after meeting eyes with her lover hugging her brother who was equally excited
"We all know by now who stole hearts and souls of the entire arena 2 days ago. They were angelic while performing, each member had a special role and the grace isn't comparable. You were the talk of the town. We warmly invite Manchester team on to the stage to get their award" MC screams with genuine happiness as they make their way to their special stage
All the 15 dancers along with Noah and Mia step on the stage receiving the award. Evelyn nudges her 2 instructors to step forward to accept the award as they call her for acceptance speech
"I am really thankful for honoring us with this prestigious award this night. It's been a dream of us to perform on this stage for years but taking the award home is something we are gonna cherish forever. Noah and Mia, we owe you everything! If it wasn't for you the story would have been different. My fellow performers, we did it! We won it, thank you for your endless passion and cooperation all these years. We have long way to go! Lastly, my family who stood by me all the time and supported my dreams! Love you" She ends the speech with a layer of water in her eyes still smiling at Elliot and Rowan who are grinning widely
After short speeches of all the performers and presentation picture MC steps forward catching everyone's attention
"I request any family of the contestants present here to come on to stage for Presentation of winning lockets"
Evelyn beams with happiness motioning her love and brother to come forward as Rowan drags frozen Elliot with him making their way to the stage
Evelyn sprints down the stairs to land in his arms embracing tightly as he wraps his arms placing a soft kiss on her head. She clings to him as he rubs her arms calming her down taking slow steps towards their instructors
"Hearty Congratulations love, I am proud of you Mi Cielo!" Elliot kisses her knuckles as Rowan interrupts them by hugging his sister
"I am present here too and I hate being a third wheeler. You and you cringy asses all the time. Congo Sissy! You owe me a big blast"
"You should gift me something not the other way round!"
"Will you host a party on my birthday with your money, huh?"
"Ew, no way!"
"Feelings are mutual, treat me with a good trip" Rowan flicks her forehead stepping back as Elliot chuckles too done with their never ending bickering
As Evelyn gets presented with a winning locket from the Chief Guest with her two beloved ones by her side, nothing seems more important.
The bliss erupting within her is too much too handle. One of her dreams and most beautiful moment in her entire life are being witnesses by 2 members whom she loves unconditionally. Elliot's returning back, patching up, traitor's downfall, emerging as winners, everything just feels like a dream. All good things happened with in a span of 10 days and are absolutely magical
// We are so so proud of you darling! You rocked the stage, we have a surprise for you when you return //
Thank you so much my dear Mom and I would love to see the surprise
// Curious as ever, are you and Elliot okay now? //
Absolutely fine. Both of them made my day Mom, Rowan and Elliot being here makes it more and more special. Wish you and Dad were here too
// It's okay, why don't we go somewhere to celebrate? I will speak with Elliot's mom? //
Perfect, you are the best. Catch you later Mom, bye
"Is my love don't with the call?"
"Stop Elliot, Rowan's here! He will tease a lot later"
Evelyn pries his arms away from her waist as he pulls her back resting his head on her shoulder
"There's a reason I sent him away Mi Cielo"
"What could that be Mr. Writer?"
"Just that I might be trying to practice how to praise my love for her achievements"
"Then you should leave Mr. Carter, keeping you love waiting is not a good thing!" Evelyn smiles letting him nuzzle more closer
"Same goes to you dancer, shouldn't keep your love waiting for so long!"
Elliot places soft kisses along her neck hugging tightly, nibbling on her earlobe and slowing kissing her jawline, neck occasionally.
"We are out in the balcony, you realize that right?"
"I thought kissing is okay in the balcony? Is there anything more which my love needs?"
"Shut up Pervert, let's head back inside"
"No rush, we have all the time"
Elliot drags her with him slipping into the pool with a soft thud hugging her closely as she hits his arm repeatedly for not intimating. Elliot turns her abruptly catching her lips a passionate kiss tightening his grip on her waist. She responds nibbling and gently biting on his lips tugging his hair strands a bit harshly with a smug smile
"I wanna drink the smug smile from you face, why are you like this?"
"What can I do when I have a pervert boyfriend. I am helpless Mr. Carter"
She deepens the kiss pushing herself more closer gripping his shirt tightly and stepping on his feet making him let out a groan. Elliot traces her sides and arms delicately, pulling away from her to peck her forehead, eyes, cheeks and lastly capturing her lips in a loving kiss again
She roams her hands on his biceps feeling the need to tease her lover for his too much built body for a writer
"What is the need of body building for a writer?"
"He needs to if he have amazing girlfriend who drives him crazy with a smile!"
"Did she tell that she likes a body builder?"
"I don't think you would caress my handsome body that way if you don't like it" He smirks lifting her and placing on end of the pool kissing her knuckles making her laugh louder
"You know me too well, love"
She pulls him back for a sweet kiss completely soaked and enjoying their lovely moments after months of being apart
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'I am dying here and that bastard is out of the country celebrating his stupid girlfriend's win? Why do you ruin my life every single time I am close to something? I have nothing against you or your family Mr. Carter but you are making me hate you so much. Just waiting for you arrival back to hell Elliot. This time it's face to face, you just took all my opportunities from me, why? Just why you stupid human?'
Dylan throws his glass away listening to shattering sounds in his disoriented so called home. Rage, anger, disgust, self-pity are too much to handle. Only thing running in his thoughts is to harm the person who is the cause of his current state
'I despise you Elliot! You are making me go mad, I will get my work done'