My gentleman

chapter 3

Ever since I woke up this morning I've been excited about the kick-back that's happening tonight! There was so much I had to do! I jumped into the shower and took my time. It was still a little early so there was no rush. I got out of the shower, brushed my hair and teeth, and put some clothes on. I needed a new bathing suit! I think I might need a surfboard. One of the boys said something about night surfing. OMG! I haven't got a clue how to surf! Why didn't i think of this before? I'm going to look so stupid. Maybe I shouldn't go. Maybe I should text Sophie or Alli right now and cancel. Who am I kidding? I would never forgive myself if I didn't go tonight. I went downstairs and told my mom I was going shopping. She handed me 250 (i dont know the currency in australia oops) and I was on my way. I took my penny to the local shops to find the perfect bathing suit and a surfboard

It was getting late and I was still awaiting the text from Alli or Sophie about the kick-back. I decided to go ahead and start getting ready. The bathing suit i got was a bright, coraly-pink colored bikini and it was so cuuuute! I bought a standard white surfboard with three neon green stripes down the middle. I put my surfboard on an upside down laundry basket and attempted to practice surfing. I put my arms out and began rocking back and forth. Just as I was getting into "practicing" my phone chimed, letting me know i had a text message. Let's just say surboards on baskets, phone chimes, and clumsy people do not mix. My text alert startled me and sent me tumbling to the ground. I got out of the floor and reached for my phone to check the message.

Alli: it's time to kick back! see you at Mermaid beach tonight at 11 pm. bring your chill attitude and a board. surf's up! 

I was so excited!!! i looked at the clock and saw that it was 10 o'clock. Alright i have an hour. I jumped into the shower to wash my hair. I wanted it to dry naturally to give it that wavy beach effect. I painted my nails and toes pink to match my bikini. After my hair dried, I pulled a brush through it to get the tangles out and let my natural waves fall effortlessly. I think im ready to go. I checked the time and saw that it was 10:45. I should probably start heading towards the beach.

When I got there I saw a group of people laughing and running into the ocean. Everyone had some sort of glow stick or bracelet on. When I approached, Sophie and Alli ran over to me. "I'm so glad you're here girl! It's time to turn up!" Sophie hollered at me. "Come here I want you to meet my bro" Alli said while dragging me over to a bonfire. As I got close I could see a boy playing the guitar and singing by the fire. His voice sounded like angels flying out of his throat. Too much? Alli ran over to him and hugged him  "Bro there's somebody I want you to meet" She said. He put his guitar on the sand and they both walked over to me. No wonder he had the voice of an angel. He looked like one too. I did a quick overview of him with my eyes. He was shirtless and that was definitely a blessing. Toned is an understatement. "What's up I'm Cody" He said with a smile. "Hi I'm Kourtney" I said smiling back. "American. That's cute" He said and butterflies erupted in my stomach. He looked out at the ocean then turned back to me. "The waves are sick tonight. Want to surf?" He asked. Oh gosh. I don't know how to surf! I can't say no, i mean, I did bring a surfboard. He's so cute im going to make a fool out of myself. I have to say no. No I have to say yes. He'll think I'm lame if I don't. "Uhh sure." I said hesitantly. "Alright cool. Do you need a wax up?" He asked. What the heck is wrong with him? I shaved my legs, I certainly don't need a "wax up"! He saw the anger in my face and seemed confused. He held up a round shaped thing. "For your board" He said nodding towards my surfboard. My cheeks turned redder than a tomato. "Oh, riiiiight" I said. He probably thought I was mental! Good job Kourt. I grabbed my board and took the roundy thingy out of his hand. What the heck do I do with this?! I began rubbing the thing all over my surfboard and he started giggling. What did I do now? He leaned down, grabbed my hand and began guiding me on how to wax the board. His hand was so soft yet strong. I had so many butterflies in my stomach that I could puke. "That should be good enough" he said. He got up and began waxing his own board. My hand felt cold and tingly without his there. "so where are you from in America?" Cody asked. "North Carolina" I responded. "Cool. You ready to shred?" He asked. "Yes" I said, but it came out as more of a squeak. "Let's do it" He said, running towards the ocean. I grabbed my board and began walking to the ocean as well. I stopped right where the water meets the sand. I couldn't do this. I could kill myself. "Cody wait" I hollered. He was already way out! "What's wrong!" he hollered back, voice full of worry. He came back to the shore, drenched in water. Oh my lord. "I can't surf." I said. I was so embarrased. "Don't be embarrased" he said. "Lots of people can't surf" "I know but I shouldn't have pretended I could. I mean, you'r so cute and you probably think--" A look of horror was spread across my face. "I didn't mean cute! I mean, you're cute! but I didn't mean that. No I mean, I did mean it. I'm going to stop talking now!" Wow if he didn't think I was mental before, he definitaly did now. He started laughing so hard. how embarrasing! I picked up my board and began walking away. I heard his laughter stop.  "Whoa wait where are you going" He asked seriously. "I've embarassed myself enough. I'm going home." I said quietly. "No don't go. It's cool. I think you're cute too." he said to me. "We don't have to surf tonight, but what do you say about coming back here early tomorrow morning. I can teach you how to surf." Cody asked. I could feel a blush creep up to my cheeks. "I would love that" I said. "No hard feelings?" he asked, approaching me for a hug. "None" I said smiling and hugging him back. "And by the way-" He said "You're even cuter when you blush." If im cuter when I blush then I've got Shirley Temple beat right now. (if you don't know who that is then google her) "Let's get back to the others" He said and we both walked back to the party. The rest of the night consisted of songs by the fire and dancing with Alli and Soph. Like idiots of course. By the time I got home, I had six glow necklaces around my neck, and sevral on my arms and ankles. I definitaly won't forget this night. I NEVER WANT TO LEAVE AUSTRALIA!