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"I think your date is here," Cherry said.
"Ok, how do I look?" Ranella asked.
"Not bad," Cherry said with a smile.
Ranella was nervous down to her wits, She was still so confused, why would Alex invite her to a party, was he planning to embarrass her or disgrace her somehow?
But she knew Alex, he was kind to her since the day those videos of her indirectly confessing her love for Liam spread, the video was even taken down and she heard some of the gossiping classmates say Alex took it down to shield her face.
"Be careful," Cherry said, she cared about her sister although she didn't show it much.
"Hmm," Ranella said with a smile and then stood up with a sigh, she came down the stairs and hugged her father who was already in his night robe.
"Have fun, my angel," He said while giving her a tight hug, he was happy his daughter was finally doing activities kids her age were supposed to do, his daughter's life jas been one of sadness but hopefully after today, everything will change.
Alex's POV
I wondered what was taking her so long, that I laid on my car while facing the Whitlock's mansion. She finally came out, draped in a white dress, a black sandals, and her hair was nicely packed in a bun and held with a white hairpin, a pearl necklace on her neck, and pearl earrings too.
I couldn't stop gazing at her, she looked like an angel coming down from a White House in heaven, she looked so cute. I walked up to her, I tried complimenting her, I tried to say a word but weirdly enough it wouldn't come out, I felt so nervous that I couldn't say a word and the only words that escaped my lips were...
"let's go," I said, opening the door for her, and she got in the car with a pout. I face palmed myself, how long would it take me to just compliment how cute she looked? I felt disappointed in myself.
I drove off, heading to Charlotte's party, and even in the car, I couldn't say a word.
"You didn't tell me where exactly the campfire party was," She said, fiddling with her fingers, I noticed it was something she did when she was nervous, how wouldn't she be, she was heading to an unknown place with a guy.
"You'll know when we get there," I said with a smile.
"Why don't you tell me now, the curiosity is killing me," She said again and I turned to her, still smiling.
"I don't want to tell you cause you wouldn't come with me if you knew," I said.
"That's making me even more worried," She said rolling her eyes.
We got to the Bennett mansion, a lot of cars were packed there, and the music could be heard out there.
"Is...isn't this Charlotte's House?" she asked in surprise.
"Yup, it is!" I said, getting out of the car and opening the door for her to get down.
"Why would you bring me to Charlotte's party, she hates me, and the feeling is mutual!" I said.
You have nothing to worry about, she said I could invite anyone if I did this," I said and then took off my shirt right in front of her, I saw her eyes widen like saucers but she couldn't look away, a smirk graced my face and I leaned in, my face, closer to hers.
"Now I wish I could hear your mind," I said and she looked away and cleared her throat.
"I... I'm not thinking of anything, at least not what you think I'm thinking," She said and I chuckled.
"Did you just use the word think three times in a sentence and it made sense?" I asked and I saw the proud smirk on her face.
"Let's go in," I said again, walking ahead with her trailing behind me.
"I have a feeling I'll be roasted physically and blackguarded," She grumbled behind me as she followed me closely until we got through the gate.
"Isn't that Pignella?"
"OMG, Alex is shirtless, he's so hot, look at those abs!"
"Why is she here?"
"Why is she with Alex? Damn, he's so hot!"
"She's a slut, did they have sex, why is Alex shirtless?" At the sight of Ranella, the students present at the party began to denigrate her, she halted behind me and I turned back to go hold her hand causing them to gasp, she also tried removing her hand from my grip but it was no use, cause I was holding her firmly.
"Don't try to pull away, don't listen to what they're saying, you are here with me, so focus on me," I said, gazing deeply into her eyes.
Ranella's POV
When he said those words, I felt my heart skip a beat, I felt secure with him. His words were like cold milk on a burning tongue, it instantly soothed me and I could breathe freely now.
We walked into the mansion, it was quite impressive, I had forgotten about the insulting words my mates were saying about me, we walked further into the backyard, with enough space to accommodate the party attendees comfortably.
The warm and cozy campfire party under the starry sky. The crackling of the fire invites people to gather around, their faces illuminated by the warm glow. Laughter and conversations fill the air as friends and family huddle close, enjoying the company and the flickering dance of the flames while drinking and making out. The scent of burning wood mingles with the mouthwatering aroma of roasting marshmallows. Excited voices and harmonious melodies blend into the night as individuals take turns singing their favorite tunes.
There were a lot of people, even some that didn't attend our school, there was singing and loud music, some were taking turns and singing their favorite songs while others were dancing. It created a warm and intimate atmosphere that encouraged others to join in.
"Wow," I said, this was one social party. I didn't know Charlotte was this social even with her bad attitude, but what could I say, anyone who was as beautiful as Charlotte was could get away with anything.
"What is she doing here?" I heard Charlotte's voice behind us and I froze. I couldn't turn around and I could feel my legs trembling.
She walked towards us and came in front of us to get a good look at me. "What are you doing here?" She asked again.
"I invited her here," Alex said nonchalantly.
"Are you crazy, why would you bring Pignella here?" Charlotte asked, widening her eyes like the witch that she was.
You promised I could bring whoever I wanted to and I came along with her, and look, I came here shirtless, like you wanted me to. So please show some respect to my guest, 'cause if she leaves, I leave as well," Alex who was always smiling said with a serious gaze.
Charlotte was quiet for a second, "Fine, she can stay," She said, but that didn't stop her from throwing deadly glares at me before she left.
The big doors leading to the backyard opened dramatically at that. ANGELZ entered the scene, shirtless and looking extra, screams broke out from the girls present, every one of them running to take a closer look at the shirtless models.
"Ah, They're so hot my eyes could burn!!"
"Oh my God, this is the best campfire party ever!"
"Please notice me!" Those were the noises the fangirls were making when they saw ANGELZ. They were walking this way, Liam, VC, and Leo.
They stopped right in front of us, glancing at me and Alex, I couldn't help but secretly drool over Liam, why was this happening to me, the temptation was just too much.
Liam in that form looked so hot and the tattoo drawn on his arm looked so intriguing. His gaze was directed at me, why was he staring at me that way, (gasp) Did he recognize me from the milkshake store?
"How's your leg?" He suddenly asked.
''Hmm?"
"How's your leg?" He asked again, in the same tone he used before.
"Bet...better," I said and he nodded, turning to his brother. He was about to say something when Charlotte called out, running to him putting his arms around her waist, and acting all clingy with him. I knew she was doing all that because she knew I had a crush on Liam, but now, I felt nothing, jealousy nor envy, I knew she was only using him, I only felt pity for Liam.