Just another love story [BeforeYou Exit Fan Fic]

In My Mind

After hours upon hours of planning with Momma and Adri, we were finally putting the pieces together, even though I was still kind of hurt that I was the last one to know about the tour, I was happy to plan a party for the boys. I had been busy all day focusing on location, invites, food, and... Riley...? I don't know. But I had been thinking a lot about what happened and I'm not sure why. Maybe it's because he's my best friend...and truthfully I'm going to miss him while he's away on tour. I also know for a fact that Adri will miss Braiden with everyday that they are apart.

That got me thinking even more... but about Connor. I had such high hopes for him and I in such a short period of time. I thought that maybe we would have a great relationship like my best friend does with his band-mate.  I have always been one to fantasize about the fairytale love stories. The damsel in distress, the prince that would save her, and nothing but true loves kiss could save her. Like Snow White I like to think that "someday my prince will come," you know? I dream of that day that when I need someone there for me that my prince will show up and help me through... Like... Riley...

"Hey Dani, I think we got everything!" Peeped Adri. I was so thankful that she was here to help with everything, "Oh and everyone should start showing up soon." The invites totalled out to be around 75-100 people and I was still in the comfy clothes loaned to me this morning, which is a problem. Of course I don't mind being comfortable but I knew that Momma would want to go around and take pictures. It is a party anyways so why shouldn't I look fierce?

"Okay, thanks Adri! I'm gonna head home real quick and change and I'll be right back. Just make sure that the guys don't eat everything before the guests come. Yes, I know that this party is for them but they need to stop being so gluttonous. It's a deadly sin and I know that they haven't been working out lately," I stated half jokingly. Sometimes Riley and I would go out jogging but he hasn't actually been working out lately, and the guys enjoy sitting around, eating, and playing Call of Duty. I just can't wait for there to be a video on YouTube of one of them running out of breath or something because they are so not prepared, and are not in the best shape.

"Got it! And I'm sure Mrs. M won't be too happy to see that the food is gone because of them!" she teased.

I said goodbye and quickly made my way over to the house and went through my closet. For some reason it felt like I had absolutely nothing to wear and just as I was about to give up on my search for an outfit I came across my black leather corset and was immediately inspired. I grabbed it and paired it with a short, pink, princess like skirt, and I kept the combat boots because I love them. I brushed my hair and let my wavy locks flow naturally past my shoulders and left my makeup the way it was. Just as I was about to leave, my phone started to chime.

Riley: Hey, just wanted to know where you were. Party is starting soon!:)

Me: omw back now. had to go home and change.

Riley: why!? you looked fine! well... as in you looked...okay. but better than okay just not like "fineee" fine.

Me: I know what you meant by "fine" lol. but I will see you in a bit, doll.:)

I rushed back in time before the guests started to arrive and I was greeted by stares... It was weird.

"Damn. Who are you trying to impress?" Thomas joked. I punched him in the arm and stuck my tongue out at him hoping he wouldn't say anything else until he opened his mouth again to speak, "I'm just messing with you, Dani. but you look good." he smiled.

"Thanks! But I'm gonna go around and say hi to people. and you should be doing the same!" I walked off to find Riley surrounded by some girls and as I was walking away I heard him calling my name. I kept walking for a bit until he text me saying that he knew that I saw him and I made my way over. I looked at the three girls who were talking to him and I immediately felt self conscious. These girls could easily pass as models; tall, thin, tanned, and practically flawless.

"Dani! This is Tiffany, Jenny, and Brittney," oh great... So thrilled to meet them... "They're fans that live in the area so we invited them and you have a lot in common with them!" Like the fact that combined, they weigh as much as I do!? How exciting. And maybe then we will talk about how much we all love you because you're Riley and-- "Dani....?" Riley so rudely interrupted my thoughts.

"Yeah!? Sorry I just spaced out a little!" I shook out my thoughts and then started thinking again...WAIT...Did I just say that I love Riley...?!