Another Selection

Chapter 29

Lilly ran out of the room crying while Zoey and CeCe looked stunned by the news. I guess no one was expecting that to happen. I looked around at all of the girls faces, taking in their reactions. Some looked nervous, while others looked bored.

When Oliver said there was going to be an elimination after we presented our organizations, he did not mention that he was going to send home three girls, leaving six left. I was pretty confident that I would last a while, considering that I'm engaged to Oliver and all.

I tried to act nervous to not seem suspicious, but it guess I wasn't too successful since Oliver was chuckling at me. I stuck my tongue out at him, maturely and he made a goofy face back. Good thing all of the girls were having a conversations with each other for them to notice us. Well except Rose, who was holding in her laughter. I took another bite of my wonderful breakfast and continued to stare at Oliver, who was still making faces at me. When I came in here I was expecting some stuck up prince, not Oliver, who was relaxed and goofy.

Once breakfast was over all the girls were to get ready for the tea party that was taking place in the garden. I still wore my green dress with lace over the top, but traded my flats for heels since there would be cameras present. I also let my hair out of it's bun, causing it to flow down the shoulders in nice waves. My engagement ring still hung on my neck, resting under my dress. I met Rose outside of her room and we walked down to the garden together.

It was a beautiful day and everyone seemed so joyful. Oliver's younger siblings ran around, laughing. America was having tea with some other ladies and some selected. Maxon went around capturing the moments with his camera. Rose and I found a bench in the shade and observed everyone. Oliver talking with Thomas, also holding a sleeping Celeste. He leaned down and kissed her head before responding to Thomas. I couldn't wait to have kids with Oliver. He was amazing with kids.

"What are you thinking about?" Rose questioned.

"Oliver. Our future together." I smiled.

"Of course. That boy never leaves your thoughts."

"Well, he is my fiancé." I giggled.

Olivia walked over before Rose could respond.

"Hey girls." She chirped, sitting in between Rose and I.

"Hey. What has you in such a good mood?" I questioned.

"Adam and I set a date for the wedding!" She squealed.

"Really? When?" Rose asked before I could.

"Next week."

Rose and I stared at Olivia with our jaws on the ground.

"That's so soon!" I exclaimed.

"I know, I know. But Adam and I want to be married as soon as possible."

"Wow. You're getting married." I sighed.

"Don't worry. You will be soon too." She nudged my side.

My hand automatically went to my engagement ring around my neck. The ring felt cold against my skin and the diamond ran smoothly against the tip of my finger.

"I know." I sighed and stared over at Oliver who was playing with his cousins and younger siblings. He looked up and locked eyes with me. He smiled and blew me a kiss. I bit my lip and smiled back.

"You guys need to see my dress! I designed it myself!" Olivia cheered.

"Yes! I'm so excited!!" Rose said enthusiastically.

"I can't believe in a week I'll be a married woman."

"Yeah. And when Ariel gets married, I'll be the only single and not married one." Rose sighed dramatically.