"Is it really OK for me to wear this?" I asked Cindy as I tried to lower my skirt.
"Of course. You are really sexy, best! ” she exclaimed before fixing a few strands of my hair.
"Why do you still need sexy attire for your bridal shower?" I complained while trying to lift the tube.
“What are you, bestie? That is not very revealing. There is still a classy look, ” she told me with a smile that reached her ears. "Let's go!"
He pulled me out of her room.
As we entered the function room where the bridal shower was being held my lips parted because of what the guests were wearing. Only Cindy's colleagues, close friends, relatives, and workmates were there.
My eyes wandered. The light was dim and smoke was clouding the area. I chose to sit quietly in a corner when some guests pulled Cindy. Later I heard the host Trix speak.
“Good evening, everyone! Let us greet our bride-to-be, Cindy Looper, este Cindy Marie Fajardo, our soon to be Mrs. Carick Saavedra! ” said Trix.
People were shouting. I was also one of the applause. Cindy quickly climbed the stage.
“Good evening, guys! Thank you for coming here tonight. I’m getting married and I’m f * ckin ’freaking out!” she blurted out with a palm on her face which made the guests laugh. “Let’s enjoy this beautiful night! Let’s party! ” she shouted after raising the glass of wine she was holding in the air.
He came down to the stage accompanied by deafening applause and accompanied by boisterous music. I immediately greeted him with my tight hug.
“I’m so happy for you, bestie, ” I whispered.
"Thank you, best friend," she said to me and wiped away her tears.
“Please, don’t cry. Let’s enjoy the night!” I said.
As the night goes on, many of us got drunk so we danced on the dance floor. Cindy pulled me in the middle. As the melodious music soared, my body swayed. I'm not literally dancing but I'm on the beat. The audience shouted at us as the music changed to sexy. I like to dance because of the spirit of alcohol that is in my body, plus we are all women here so I do not feel ashamed.
Until I fixed my eyes on the door where the last man I expected to see tonight stood. His eyes roamed my body. There was something in his eyes that I don’t understand fully.
No, he shouldn’t be here. I went back to closing my eyes and continued dancing but there were hands holding me so I was violently awakened. "What are you doing here?"
Instead of answering, he took off his coat and covered my body.
“You’re drunk!” he shouted despite the loud music.
"No, I'm not!" I felt his hand on my wrist so I was immediately stunned. My heart beat incredibly hard.
“Bestie, we have a problem. Carick is here! ” I heard Cindy say before I was clutched by Lawrence.
I succumbed to Cindy's tow as we met Carick approaching.
“Hello, love! What are you doing here?" Cindy asked with wide eyes in shock.
"The group decided to continue the bachelor's party here," he replied and kissed the fiancée on the cheek.
"You should not be here!" Cindy muttered.
“It’s alright, love. They seem to enjoy seeing us, ”Carick replied before glancing at some of his companions.
I turned to his companions. I think they are at ten. Others I know by face.
"Okay, love," Cindy agreed before hugging the bride and giving him a kiss on the lips.
Suddenly people shouted as the host introduced the newcomers.
I turned slightly to look for Lawrence. I saw him sitting at the high stool in front of the bar while drinking a glass of vodka.
My heart almost stopped on its beat. I was overwhelmed. His dark eyes and authoritative aura hit me. I couldn't stand his hot stare so I quickly cut my gaze to it and looked for the way to the comfort room.
WHEN I returned, I sat right next to Cindy in front of Carick's guests. I stared at them. I was familiar with Jocko, the son of one of our business partners at a hotel, and Lawrence, right in front of me.
I shifted on my seat uncomfortably. Until now, I can still feel the heat of his stares at me.
"Bro, introduce us to your partner."
I glanced at Carick who turned his face at me.
"Guys, I'd like you to meet Margaux Collin, my fiancée's best friend!" said Carick.
One by one those present introduced themselves until someone extended a hand to me.
“Hi! I’m Peter Monteverde. Nice to meet you, Margaux. ”
"Nice to meet you too, Peter," I replied. I couldn't help but gasp because of the tightness of his grip on my hand.
However I visited his entirety. He is handsome. His eyes were pale with his white color, his lips were like redder and I think absolutely soft, and his nose seemed to be perfect. Hair that is obviously new haircut gives it a strong appeal.
I slowly pulled my hands from his grip and smiled.
The night deepened. Almost all the guests are already dancing. Carick and Cindy were also there, leading the dance floor.
Peter approached me again. “Hi! Will you dance with me? ” he asked in a resonant voice.
For a moment my gaze flew to Lawrence. He had been quiet the whole night. I did not have a chance to talk to him and return to him the coat I still wear tonight.
I finally turned to Peter who had already held out his hand to me.
“Sure,” I answered.
We quickly reached the dance floor and danced to the melodious music.
"You're so beautiful, Margaux," Peter whispered to my ear.
I shut my eyes when he wrapped his arms around my waist.
"Can I ask you something?" he whispered again.
"Hmm, what is it?"
I met his gaze. He bowed slightly to me.
"Can I court you?" he asked sweetly.
I was lot able to answer when Peter's hand tightened my waist. He slowly lowered his face and looked at my plump lips. I thought he was going to kiss me but I was very surprised
what happened next.
Lawrence grabbed Peter's arm and pulled me away. Then he quickly punched him that caught the attention of some whose at the party.