33. Party Preparations

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Rileys POV:

6:35 the time read. I was sat on the couch and watching the first channel I found until I heard a car horn coming from the drive. I jumped up and darted out the house, waving goodbye in the process.

As I walk out onto the gravel drive I see a red tesla with Emily standing to the side of it. I speed up my pace slightly and greet her.

"hey em!" I say with a smile

"hey Ri!" she replies.

She runs round to the drivers side and I climb into the passanger side. Waves of excitement rushing through me for the party later on.

The drive is short and mostly silent, the only conversation made was about the party plans. For instance, where the party is going to be held, what rooms people are and aren't aloud in, what and where the snacks will be, etc.

We arrive at Emilys place 25 minutes later and we enter the building.

Her house is a mordern grey and white walled place which is just a bit smaller than mine, it's got white arches around the door and most walls are covered with glass. The lawn is a healthy green with red flowers marking out the path.

Emily guides me through the different rooms, while instructing me what to place where and where not to go as she went, and finally into the kitchen where she pointed me over to the island.

"I have the guests all bringing there own snacks but I've got a few of my own to. There in there is you want to start with those" she says pointing to a counter top full of plates and snacks.

"I also have a band on the way aswell as some helium balloons, which should be here in a matter of minutes.." she adds before trailing off. I quickly take a mental note of all my jobs and tell myself not to mess this up.

But as she continues to speak I get a message from James. I pull my phone from my bag and swipe up.

James: babe where was the party at? Don't think you actually gave me a place😂❤️

I mentally face palm myself but then, I'm left questioning. He never said if he was coming or not... Did this mean he was?

Riley: haha I'm sorry😂
Riley: the address is ************

James: thanks babe

Riley: so can I assume your coming then? xx

James: maybe...😉 xx

Riley: OK well I hope you do. It'll be more fun with you here❤️
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He then leaves me on read, sighing, I place my phone on the side and follow Emily, who was now showing me her pool which has just been finished. (hence the reason for a party)

7:50

I heard the door bell go and I wondered towards it, Emily hot on my heels. I thought it was one of our friends getting here early but as I opened the door my jaw dropped.

"James!" I squeal jumping into his arms. He lifts me off the ground slightly mumbling 'hey babe' in my hair.

"who's at the door Ri..?" I hear Emily say approaching us. James puts me down and I see her standing in the door way, seeming to question the scene in front of her.

"who's that?" she enquires tilting her head. Her tone has changed now, giving me a bad feeling.

"this is James" I say taking ahold of his hand behind my back.

She just stands there, looking him up and down, while James stands awkwardly. I squeeze his hand gently, in attempt to tell him he's ok.

"alright... Well... Come in" she sighs, spinning on her heel and walking off into the house.

Once she's out of sight I lean in and kiss James cheek lightly. He smiles softly at me and I guide him through the house.

We continue to set up until the clock hits 8, meaning the guest should be here any minute.

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