Against All Odds

CHAPTER - 17

ELLE

"Are you serious? This is amazing!" Olivia's jaw dropped. "I've been waiting for this to happen forever!" She exclaimed. My cheeks turned a rosy shade of pink, and I couldn't help but hide my face with my hands.

"I can't believe it either."

Grace chuckled. "Finally, our little Elle is making waves with the bad boy. Who would've thought?" She teased.

I playfully swatted Grace's arms, grinning. "Hey, you two aren't helping with the nerves here. But I can't deny that I'm pretty excited." Olivia jumped up, clapping her hands together. "You need a killer outfit for your date with Cameron."

"She's right, we can't let you go out wearing that." Grace said as she threw a friendly arm around my shoulders.

"Hey! My outfit choices are way better than your taste in-"

"Guys! Focus!" Olivia cut me off.

"Yes, Elle, don't get your virgin panties in a twist." Grace let out a giggle.

The room fell into an awkward silence.

"Oh my god, you are a virgin!"

"Hey, there's nothing bad in that." Olivia chimed in.

Grace clapped her hands excitedly. "Oh, this is going to be amazing! We're going to make sure you have the best outfit, the best experience." She ended with a wink. And just like that, we hopped into Olivia's car and headed to the mall. Time flew by in a blur of dresses, shoes and endless exclamations of "You have to wear this!" or "That color is so perfect for you!" The boutique turned into a runway.

We browsed through several racks of clothes, trying on dresses and tops, modeling for each other and giggling like schoolgirls. Grace held up a vibrant red dress. "Elle, how about this one?" Olivia nodded in agreement. "Definitely. Red is your color."

"Are you trying to give me a heart attack? That dress is way too bold for me!"

Grace chuckled. "Maybe next time then."

Couple hours and countless outfit changes later, I stood in front of the mirror, my heart fluttering as I admired myself in a knee-length light pink dress. The color perfectly complimented my eyes, and the design of the dress was simple yet elegant.

Olivia complimented. "You look stunning in that dress."

Grace added. "You are going to knock him off his feet."

The idea of spending the evening with Cam got me excited. I bought the dress and some accessories, then we all drove back. I was seated in the backseat, with my shopping bag stacked on the seat beside me. The sun was starting to go down.

When we arrived at my house, I grabbed my stuff and got out of the car. Olivia said. "Have a great time tonight!" Grace added. "Text us the details!" She winked, I smiled and made my way into the house.

I hurried upstairs, eagerly jumped into the shower and started preparing for the date. The hot water cascaded over me, washing away the stress of the day and leaving me refreshed. Once I finished drying off, I put on the light pink dress I bought before. I glanced at the mirror, fixed my blonde hair, and let it flow smoothly over my shoulders. I chose a subtle makeup look that matched my outfit.