Later that evening, Story found herself texting Billie.
Story:
Hey, could you send me your address? Gracie's dropping me off.Bils🤍:
Sent it! Are you sure you don't want me to pick you up instead? I don't mind.Story smiled, shaking her head as she typed back.
Story:
Thanks, but it's okay. Gracie's got me! See you soon😊She set her phone down, her stomach fluttering with a mix of excitement and nerves. Gracie, sensing Story's mood, was quick to offer her help.
"Okay," Gracie began, standing by her closet. "You want comfy but cute, right? Let's keep it chill. No need to overthink."
Gracie helped smooth Story's hair and gave her a playful nudge. "You look perfect. Relax—you're just hanging out."
Story laughed nervously. "I am hanging out with Billie, though!"
Gracie smirked, grabbing her car keys. "Okay, let's go before you overthink this."
In the car, Gracie chatted to fill the silence, sensing that Story needed the distraction.
"So, what are you two going to do tonight?" Gracie asked.
Story shrugged. "I have no idea. She didn't say, and I didn't ask. I'm just... going with the flow, I guess."
Gracie glanced over, giving her a reassuring smile. "You'll have fun. Billie seems super chill. Just be yourself—she already likes you for that."
As they pulled up to the house, Story took a deep breath, fidgeting with her hoodie strings.
"You've got this," Gracie said, squeezing her arm.
"Thanks, G," Story replied, stepping out of the car.
Walking up to the door, Story rehearsed a calm hello in her head, hoping she wouldn't trip over her words. But before she could even knock, the door opened, and she was greeted not by Billie, but by her mom.
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Everything I Wanted
FanfictionRising star Story Belle is quickly finding her voice in a world where dreams rarely come true. With lyrics that cut to the core and a sound as unique as she is, she's caught the attention of fans everywhere. But there's one person she's always hoped...