Temptation

Chapter 36

*Alice's POV*

"Who planned this?" I ask looking up at Jack, his eyes flash confusion.

"I did, well I helped. It was all Jennys idea." He explains briefly.

"Oh," Is all I can manage. He planned this party? It's sweet of him, but I just wish he wouldn't of.

"Are you okay-do you not like it?" Panic fills his features, and his brows furrow.

"No, I do... I just wish you wouldn't of gone through so much trouble." I frown slightly, pressing my hand against his chest, stroking it softly.

He inhales deeply, taking in my touch. Then he takes my hand laying on his chest and intertwines our fingers together, before bringing my hand up to his lips. His touch is sweet, and shows affection; an affection I have never been exposed to. "I don't want you to think about that. All I want you to do is have a good time." He grins widely, making my heart melt. He's so kind, too kind for me.

My inner bad girl, is screaming at me, telling me to thank him 'properly,' and I attempt just that. Jack has been here for so long, waiting and waiting for me, I think it's time for me to give him that chance.

"I want to thank you." I lean in and whisper in his ear. His body stiffens and his eyes go wide.

"Do you now?" He smirks amused.

I nod, "For the flowers, the necklace, and now this." I explain, making his smirk fade.

"The flowers?" He questions confused.

"Yeah, the ones that you send to my house." I nod, looking up at him. He looks lost.

"Oh, yeah... those flowers." He laughs. "I knew you would love them." He smiles, and I arch a brow at him.

"Happy Birthday ya little turd." A male voice whispers in my ear, and I jump. Nash lifts me up in the air, as he hugs me tightly. I let out a loud laugh, as he tickles my sides. He knows what that does to me; I'm too ticklish.

"Stop!" I laugh, as he continues, and for the first time, Nash actually listens to me.

"You're getting too old!" He jokes as he puts me down.

"Just older then you." I tease and he laughs.

"Come, I want you to meet someone." He smiles, and I look over at Jack, silently asking if it's okay, and he nods.

"Okay," I nod, and follow him into the kitchen.

I see unfamiliar faces, I don't know half o these people. But they all seem like they're enjoying themselves. The place is crowded, but it's not as overwhelming. All girls in their bathing suits gossiping, and shirtless guys drinking, attempting to spit game with the most exposed girl in the room... What's new?

I spot a beautiful blonde sitting in the kitchen table, swirling her drink around with a purple straw. Her eyes are as green as they can be, her skin is glowing, tanned and I can see her freckles peeking trough her heavy coverage foundation. My eyes quickly meet hers and she smiles widely.

Nash approaches her, before wrapping an arm around her waist. Oh! I see...

"Alice I'd like you to meet Kathy." He introduces us.

"I've heard so much about you." She smiles and I take my hand out for her to shake, but she has other plans and pulls me into a tight embracing hug.

"It's nice to meet you." I smile politely, as I pull away from her friendly hug.

"Yeah, Happy Birthday." She grins.

"Thank you." I smile.

"Uh so are you and Nash?" I point at her then over at him. He blushes crimson, and she giggles.