The Essence of Nature

14- Sister

I was in our room, again. Jeriard was under the covers in just his underwear. His chest visible. I was in my pajama gown and was nervous of getting into the bed. "Hurry up Rose. It's like 11 pm already," he huffed. Ok I can do this. I slowly walked to the other side of the bed and got under the covers.

Quickly Jeriard pulled me to him and snuggled into me. His minty scent was intoxicating and I couldn't get enough so I turned around, my chest facing him and I took a big whiff. I heard him chuckle and hold me tighter. I fell asleep in his warm arms. 

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I woke up the next day with Jeriard on top of me, staring at me. I rubbed my eyes and sighed. "Get off of me." He shook his head, his black hair flipping around. I tried pushing him off, but that only made him get closer. I tried tickling him but he didn't budge. Suddenly, he captured my lips with his and I moaned from the sudden Sparks and flutter sensations. He stopped and got off of me.

"Good morning my Rose" he greeted with an award winning grin. I smiled at his cuteness.

We changed into some clothes and walked to the kitchen for breakfast. Belle was making Pancakes and bacon while Bear was serving them. Bear handed me a plate, "How are you?"

"Better now that I have my bacon," I chuckled. He smiled as he served Jeriard. I stuffed the delicious food in my mouth and licked my plate when I was done. It was so amazing! "Wow! Belle you sure know how to cook!" I complimented.

She blushed. "Thank you. I try," she sat down slowly eating her food. I tried waiting for everyone to finish, but I was so eager to go outside to see how the party was being set up. "Excuse me while I go outside," I said as everyone nodded. I hurriedly got up and practically sprinted out of the kitchen, but I collided into something hard and fell back. I thought it was maybe the wall since I wasn't looking, but I looked up to find Raymond. I gulped in fright, but I tried not to show it. He looked down at me and offered a hand with no emotion. I took it and apologized, brushing off some dust. "Be careful," his voice boomed, still emotionless. I nodded and walked away, but the front doors suddenly banged and rattled on their hinges. Raymond and I stared at the door. Who could be knocking at the door?

I stayed where I was as Raymond went to open the door. "Who are you?" I heard him ask. I couldn't hear what the person on the other side was saying. "Why are you here? For the party? I won't object, the more the merrier. Come inside." He moved to the side and Milli from school stepped in. She still wore a black hoodie and dark jeans. I could barely make out her face. She looked around and her eyes landed on me. Suddenly, she was in front of me. "Hey Rose... Where's your crew?" She asked. Crew? What crew? Does she mean Jeriard, Raphael, and Henry? I guess she does.

"Jeriard's eating and Raphael will probably be back from his run soon," I answered. She nodded. Jeriard entered the living room and stared at Milli shocked.

"You actually came?" He asked astonished. She nodded.
Suddenly, Raphael opened the front door and walked in. "Jerry I ..." He stopped and stared at Milli in shock. Milli looked at him with a piercing gaze. "M-Mi-Milli... Why are you here?" he asked nervously.

"For the party," she bluntly stated. Raphael nodded. This is getting awkward.

We walked outside to the party that was just about starting. There were balloons and decorated tables everywhere. There were lots of girls and lots of guys watching them as if they were going to hunt them. I found it funny. Belle came up to me and handed me a drink. I chugged it down, but had a coughing fit when it burned my throat. "Was that... Alcohol?"