Revelations #14
I snorted, “Only after he had me locked me up and had me pumped full of drugs.” Caspian gritted his teeth, “Luke still wasn’t expecting you to leave him, but you did.
” I sighed, “I don’t understand that logic in any way, shape, or form.
Luke had to know that was the end of us.
We should’ve ended before then, I was just tired of being lonely. ”
Caspian said, “That you recognized that you shouldn’t be with Luke at all is impressive. Many people do not realize they are in abusive relationships until they are looking around wondering how it happened. Many do not find the strength to leave, but you did. You refused to give in to Luke.”
I shrugged. My brother told me, “You are so brave, beautiful, and strong. Never forget that.” I heard my door open and Sassy started singing. I waved, “Thanks, big brother.” Caspian winked and signed off. I went out and found Keaton.
My boyfriend leaned in and kissed me. Could life get any better? I was pretty sure it couldn’t. This was a better life than I’d ever dreamed of having. I would have to embrace my mob side if someone tried to take it from me.
Before I knew it, prom was here. Keaton groaned when the knock came on my door. Immy yelled, “Keaton Daniels, you are being kicked out. You are leaving to go get ready with the guys! It’s girl time. We have a friend for Odette to see!”
Keaton shouted, “Getting ready is not complicated or required to start this early. It’s a simple shower, put on a tux then I’m ready!” I snorted, “What friend?” Had Keaton found Melanie? How could he? I never told him her name, but hope bubbled in my chest.
I jumped up out of bed and ran for the door that I threw open with gusto. I tried not to show my disappointment. I smiled, “Hi, Larisa.” She smiled, “Maxie. Though I heard it’s actually Odette.” I was surprised she remembered me. I knew who Larisa was because she was the track star of the school.
I laughed, “Bryce really tracked you down?” Larisa smiled, “In a way.” Keaton kissed my head then studied me. My boyfriend told the girls, “Go head into Odette’s room. She’ll be there as soon as I say goodbye.” They all walked away.
Keaton whispered, “You thought it was the friends you’d mentioned but not named.” I shrugged, “Yes, but that was silly. How can you find someone whose name you do not know?” Keaton hugged me, “I’ll try to find them for you whenever you’re ready. I’ve got connections, I’m sure I can do it.”
I laughed, “Maybe plan a day trip for my next birthday to help me track them down.” Keaton’s eyebrows raised. Immy shouted, “BYE, KEATON!” My boyfriend snorted, “See you girls later.” I smiled, “You can’t rip my dress off later. I love it.”
Keaton growled, “What did you do?” I wiggled my eyebrows, “I look delectable according to Immy.” My boyfriend growled playfully, pulled me into him, and kissed me. Keaton repeated, “I’ll see you later.” Ken appeared to take Tatum on a walk.
Larisa smiled, “I owe you a thanks, Odette.” I shrugged, “For what?” Larisa answered, “Bryce.” I laughed, “Are you guys already serious?” Larisa answered, “I’m going to marry him.” I gasped, “You’re engaged?!” I grabbed her hand, but she didn’t have a ring.
Larisa laughed, “I will be.” Her confidence was something I envied. I said, “Well, I guess I’m good at matching people.” Immy sighed, “You took my thing.” I laughed, “Don’t worry, I have no idea on anyone else. Nor do I know anything about aura’s.” Immy beamed at me.
We ended up getting everything ready in the bathroom. May showered first while the rest of us hung up our dresses on the back of my door. We had a really fun, lazy day eating, hanging out, watching movies, and slowly getting ready because there was no rush.
I ended up leaving my hair down and curling it like I’d seen the not Mermaid version of my self’s hair style.
Sassy definitely approved. All of us put on our dresses.
Immy squealed, “We are so hot!” I asked her, “Can you take a picture of me?” Immy took my phone and took a few.
My friend announced, “Each one is stunning.”
I laughed and looked at them. I picked one and sent it in an email to my brothers. I was getting a call minutes later. I laughed, “I’ll be right back, ladies.” I stepped out onto my balcony. I answered, “Hi, Caspian.” My brother immediately, “Absolutely not. You look beautiful, but no.”
All my brothers grunted in agreement. I laughed, “Then my mob boss brothers better hurry up and find me. My song boy will be here any minute to go to dinner and then take me to the dance.” Caspian reasoned, “Surely there’s another dress.
ANY other dress in the universe will do.
I’ll reimburse you for it.” I laughed, “I like this one.”
Noxus interjected, “You do look quite beautiful, but I agree with the boys it’s a no. It’s too grown up.” I laughed, “You guys are funny.” Immy knocked on the window. I told them, “I’ll be watching all the entrances for you to appear and whisk me away because of my prom dress.”
Caspian huffed, “You joke, but I’m actively trying.
” I laughed, “Goodnight, guys.” Caspian said, “Have fun, Odette and be safe.” I smiled, “I will. Things are really good right now.” Caspian hummed, “They always should’ve been.
Have a good prom, little sister.” I hung up the phone and walked inside.
Immy squealed, “Come on! We are meeting the guys downstairs.” I laughed, “They aren’t coming up here?” May shook her head, “Absolutely not. We want to get to dinner and the dance. None of our dresses would encourage the guys to do that.”
When we got downstairs Ken spit out his water. My building manager complained, “Immy, I didn’t bring my brothers to work tonight and I am only one man. I can’t get you to the dance when you all look like that. Good lord, I need to link...”
Ken paused then corrected himself, “Call Emmett. Too many uhhhh strong bloodlines are going to go crazy with these dresses I was NOT prepared to handle. I should’ve been. I can’t believe I thought this would be fine with just me here.”
I snorted, “It will be ok, Ken.” My building manager shook his head, “You’re just not accurate with that statement. You look beautiful, but no. It will not be ok. Why is it always me that’s here? What did I do in a past life that deserved this?” I laughed, “I’m sure you were fine.”
A limo pulled up outside. I squealed, “A LIMO?! We are going to prom in a limo?! I’ve never been in a limo.” Stop saying the word limo, Odette. Even Ken smiled at my excitement though. One by one the guys exited the limo. Keaton was the last to exit, but the first to walk inside.
My boyfriend’s eyes went black and he was in front of me in seconds. Keaton growled, “IMMY!” My friend happily replied, “You are quite welcome.” Keaton’s fingers trailed along the cutouts in my dress, “You look amazing. How tied are you to going to the dance?”
I laughed, “You’re being silly. I did my hair, makeup, and got dressed up. Let’s go to dinner.” My boyfriend growled in response, but it wasn’t a playful one. This was an ‘I’m about to go full caveman and throw you over my shoulder then have my wicked way with you’ sort of growl. Ken sighed.
Emmett walked in, stalled, then snorted, “Ken, that was not a sufficient warning. You girls look beautiful. Keaton, Keith, you have reservations.” Both growled at him, but Emmett growled back. Keith and Keaton both grumbled, “Let’s go.”
Bryce didn’t move though. Emmett semi-ordered, “You too, Bryce.” He sighed, “Fine.” I smiled, “Thanks, Emmett.” My boyfriend’s brother winked at me and held the door open for us. We all got into the limo. The second the door shut Keaton’s lips were on mine.
Eventually the limo stopped and the driver rolled down the divider. “Uhh, we’re here.” Immy sighed, “Thank goodness. Awkward party of being made out around sitting alone is exiting the vehicle.” I blushed, “Sorry, Immy!”
I’m sure it was hard for my friend when Sean would’ve come with her to prom if they weren’t still hiding. I got out and squeezed Immy’s hand. I looked up and gasped, “What restaurant is this? This has to be five stars. Oh my gosh!” Keith said, “It’s my dad’s place.” Of course, it was.
We were seated quickly. I was certain I spotted everyone’s, except mine, parents back in the kitchen, at a private table, occasionally glancing at us. The food was amazing. Keaton and I couldn’t keep our hands off each other. Nothing too crazy, just a hand on a shoulder or thigh.
I kept looking at my boyfriend only to find he was already looking at me. I whispered, “I love you, Key.” Keaton smiled, “I love you too, my Song.” I smiled and enjoyed our meal. When we left everyone was in a good mood. I didn't pay attention to anyone but Keaton.
We arrived at the gym pretty quickly. Sassy shouted her happiness when I realized it was an under the sea theme. I smiled, “I matched the theme so well.” Immy snorted, “Did you not notice the posters?” I shrugged, “I didn’t really pay attention.”
Keaton led me over to get our photo taken. We did the typical prom pose then he kissed me for one. Everyone in the gym howled happily. Keaton laughed and pulled me onto the dance floor. I couldn’t keep the grin off my face because I really never thought I’d have this.
I covered for Immy so she could go see Sean. Keaton definitely knew something was up but didn’t say anything. We danced the night away. This time there was no drama when Immy came back. Keaton led us out to the limo.
I thought we would go back to my apartment, but we went to a hotel. I gasped, “What?” Keaton smirked and led us to a private elevator and up to the penthouse. I didn’t even know hotels had penthouses.
I was going to look at the view, but Keaton dragged me to the bedroom. My boyfriend closed the door quickly. I asked, “What about the view?” Keaton answered, “I can’t wait another minute to be inside you.” Keaton carefully unzipped my dress, and it slid off.