What We Deserve

Part 30: That's A...That's A Dress

We spent the remainder of our day off naked and snuggling. It was one of the best days of my life.

He held me and ran his hands over my body and left sweet tender kisses all over me.

And I him.

We didn't endeavor back into sex- sadly enough- but it was a very sweet and innocent romantic day we shared together.

Wednesday didn't give us much in the ways of romance.

Max had set off to Federico's and I began preparations for today's Gala.

I had to prepare the keynote and have our featured speakers share their speeches with me- being young teenagers, it wasn't as enjoyable as they would have liked, and we had some hiccups with emotions and such- but I steered us back on track.

This morning, I spent much of my time in my stylists salon, having her put back in my mermaid hair- despite me enjoying the short flat ironed extensions- I do miss my braids. She even tossed in some emerald green through out a few strands because for tonight-I'm wearing this beautiful emerald gown I have been saving for such an occasion and why not treat myself to a little extra pizzazz.

My phone goes off while I'm in the chair and I find Max on the other end.

"Hello, Darling." I say and my stylist- Natasha, smiles warmly at me.

It's been a long while since I've had anyone.

The last person was Akash and he never really had a pet name.

Then again.

He didn't really last very long.

I've at least known Max for a year prior to all this- so it just feels more natural to be cute with him.

"Gosh, I love that kind of greeting."

"What are you up to? Calling amidst your busy day."

"I was just going to ask you a similar question."

"I am currently at the stylist getting pampered and posh for tonight. You?"

"Well they didn't get my lipstick right so I'm trying to find a different shade to match my eyes better." He jokes and I can hear him bustling around doing something.

"Periwinkle should work lovely." I tease and he puffs air out his nose. "Seriously, what are you doing?"

"Well...um...I'm currently rushing around my office trying to find my car keys."

"Why?"

"Well...the reason I called was to um...Ah! Found them!" I hear them jingle and I know this isn't going to be good. "Gwen called me and asked if I could pick up Luna-today- because she and Calvin were invited to go to Nashville for the remainder of December with Gwen's sister Yvonne...so I need to run and pick her up."

"Oh..."

"Don't worry! I'll be back in time for the Gala. I haven't forgotten. I promise I'll be there to support and escort you."

"It's a two hour drive Max...the Gala starts at 6:30."

"Let me worry about logistics- I got this. I can make it back in time." I can hear him running through the Dam and I know he isn't going to make it.

"Don't you dare be speeding with my baby in that car!" I boldly say and immediately cover my mouth.

Claiming Luna as mine in a very blunt way...is not good.

I hear his rushing stop through the phone as if he too is considering what I said.

"I...I promise I won't." That's all he says and hangs up.