Oh would you two get a room ! For the love of God… Dick said, smirking towards Jen and Dean who were quietly arguing with each other.
I held back a laugh as they both snapped their heads up and glanced around the table, surprised looks on their faces. I winked at Dean when he looked in my direction, a look of annoyance on his face.
Please, he muttered, pointing at Jen. I don’t think so…
Ha ! Jen laughed, looking at him like he was stupid. Not a chance in hell buddy.
They both folded their arms and looked away from each other, with Dean muttering under his breath. Stubborness seemed to be a problem for the both of them. Chuckling to myself, I placed my hands on Lily’s hips and gently pushed her off me, standing up after her and taking a hold of her hand.
What’s say we try another dance gorgeous ? I whispered in to Lily’s ear. And this time, it’ll be just you and me.
I’d like that, she smiled, squeezing my hand.
Great, I grinned, turning to the others. Guys, we’re gonna go and dance a little. Not gonna let that little episode ruin the night. You guys coming ?
Nah we’re gonna get some drinks in, Jackie smiled, Save me a dance for later.
Will do sis, I nodded, before dragging Lily behind me to the dance floor.
It had gotten even busier, and there was barely any room on the floor. Glancing around, I spotted space to the left, so I weaved through the crowd, Lily holding on to me to tightly until we reached the part of the dance floor. Smiling, I spun her around and pulled her against me, wiggling my eyebrows at her. She looked up at me, a surprised grin on her face.
You’ve got some moves college boy, she said, amusement in her eyes.
I laughed and moved my hands to her hips. Maybe one day, I’ll do a little dance for you and return the favour.
Now that I’d like to see. I’ll definitely hold you to it, she smiled, wrapping her arms around my neck and leaning her head on my chest.
Resting my chin on the top of her head, I closed my eyes and continued to dance with her in my arms. We were at the far corner of the dance floor, where the lights didn’t quite reach, so it was like we were in our own little bubble. Pulling her closer, I felt her warmth against my chest.
And I smiled.
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Pete :
Pete stood by his work locker at the back of the club, the camera in his hands. Pressing the on button, he smiled as the screen came to life. After checking to make sure no-one was close by, he scrolled through the photos and paused when he came to the one he had been looking for.
It was the one of Lily, before her annoying boyfriend had walked over and blocked his view. He gazed at her lovingly and admired the red dress that had left him mesmerised. She was beautiful, and every guy in the club had been looking at her. The way they all letched over her made him angry. She was his girl, she may not realize it yet, but she would. The only person that stood in his way was Noah, and soon, he would have to do something about that. But for now, all he could do was admire her from a distance.
Looking at the picture for a final time, Pete turned off the camera and opened his locker, placing it inside carefully. Smiling to himself, Pete stared at the inside of his locker, lined with pictures of Lily, her in the park, practising at soccer training, playing her guitar. He reached in and touched the one of her at the beach, when he had followed her and Noah there.
She looked so beautiful in that picture, with her hair shining in the sun, and the huge smile on her face. Of course, he had cut Noah out of the photo, and it had given him great satisfaction to do so.
Sighing, Pete gazed at the picture lovingly for a few more seconds and shut the locker. You’ll realize it soon Lily, he muttered.
You belong with me.
Lily POV :
Stepping out of the club, I took a breath of fresh air and smiled. There was a light breeze as I leant on the railing and looked out over the city. People were laughing and joking on the street below as they passed by, and the night was clear.
The wind whipped my hair over my shoulders and I couldn’t think about anything else other than Noah, the annoying guy who had gotten under my skin, however hard I had tried to not let him in. But now, I couldn’t imagine him not being there and it scared me a little.
I smiled and looked over my shoulder as a pair of arms wrapped around my waist, interrupting me from my thoughts. Hey gorgeous, you ready to go ? Noah whispered in my ear, leaning in to my back to shield me from the cold.
Yeah I’m ready, I nodded, taking one last look at the city lights. You know, I’ve never realized how beautiful the city is at night.
It’s certainly something, Noah said, unwrapping his arms from my waist and placing them either side of me on the railing, his back still pressed against me. But let’s get you home, your starting to shiver and I can’t be having that now can I ?
Pushing off from the railing, I turned around to face him. He was staring down at me with a look in his eyes that still made my heart flutter even after all this time, and he didn’t take his eyes off me as he shrugged out of his jacket and placed it over my shoulders, pulling me close in the process.
I smiled softly as he bent down and kissed me on the forehead, reaching down to take hold of my hand. Who would’ve thought it ? I laughed, The self confessed player is a real softie underneath it all.
Only for you, he smiled, leading me down the stairs until we reached the sidewalk.
What about the others ? I asked, wondering where everyone else was.
They should be out any second, Noah said, glancing up towards the entrance to the club just as Jackie, Jen, Dean and Dick came tumbling out, laughing loudly. Here they are.
Guys ! I shouted, waving from the bottom of the stairs. Down here.
They all walked down the stairs quickly, huge smiles on their faces. This was a great night ! Jackie said happily, slapping Noah on the shoulder. Thanks for suggesting it guys. We really needed to let loose after planning the wedding for months on end, right honey ?
Damn straight, Dick nodded, slipping his arm around Jackie’s waist protectively. Nothing better than a few beers and a dance with my beautiful fiance.
I smiled as a faint blush crept across Jackie’s cheeks as she looked up at Dick with love in her eyes. It was the same look Noah had given me when he had dragged me in to the fountain earlier, and the thought made my smile grow, the happiness flooding through me.
So shall we go home ? Jen said. It’s getting kind of cold out here and unfortunately for me, I don’t have a loving boyfriend to lend me his jacket.
You can cuddle up to me if you want, Dean grinned, wiggling his eyebrows at her. I wouldn’t mind.
I think I’d rather be cold, Jen retorted, shaking her head at me and smiling before starting to walk in the direction of home.
Dean darted after her, smirking at us as he walked past. It’s kind of fun getting her mad. I’m gonna see how many times I can do it before we reach the apartments.
Good luck with that, I laughed.
You know she will slap you in the face, Noah shouted after him, shaking his head at Dean as he stepped up to Jen and threw his arm over her shoulder.
I don’t know if it’s just me, Dick said as we walked together. But I’m kind of hoping he does get slapped. Or at least punched.
Seconded, Jackie laughed. That guy deserves an ass kicking. He’s too annoying for his own good.
Yep. Although that’s just Dean, he wouldn’t be the same if he wasn’t the annoying pleb he always is, Noah smiled, affection running through his words.
Jackie and Dick laughed as they passed us on the sidewalk and walked in front, hand in hand. I felt Noah put his arm on my shoulder and stop me from walking. Looking up at him, I saw the familiar gleam in his eye as he grinned at me.
Remember the last time we were here ? He said, taking a step past me and stepping in front, his back to me.
I grinned as the memory entered my mind ; Noah giving me a piggy back, when he hadn’t even known me very well. It seemed like so long ago, but the way he was smiling at me now over his shoulder, I knew it was a memory I would never forget.
Well ? He laughed. Raising his eyebrows. What’s say we do it again ?