Becoming Prince Maxon

A New Holiday

Age: 19

I was full of excitement as the maids buzzed around the ballroom. Decorations hung from the walls and the tables were set beautifully. I couldn't wait to see the girls' costumes.

I was down to the Elite now. Things with the rebels were building, and I couldn't risk putting so many people's lives in danger, so I decided to cut the competition down.

I decided that I had spent enough time admiring the decor, so I turned on my heel and started heading out of the huge room.

I was tempted to go to America's room, but figured it would be best if I went and got ready for the party tonight.

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Up in my room, I glanced my costume over again in the mirror. I was a pretty good looking pirate if I had to say so myself.

I remembered that the girls would be in costumes too, and I couldn't prevent myself from getting giddy about it.

Another glance in the mirror, and I decided that I was presentable enough. I walked out of my quarters and set off for the ballroom once more.

•••

The girls hadn't arrived yet, so I helped myself to refreshments while I waited.

The doors opened, and in walked Kris, Celeste, Natalie, Elise, Marlee, and America.

Their costumes filled the room with color, but I couldn't help but notice America. It appeared to me that she was some sort of fairy.

I waited for my chance to dance with her. I waited, and waited, and waited. Finally, it was time.

We danced, and tried to make small talk.

"This was a great idea, America. Halloween, I mean," I said while swaying to the music.

She giggled, and I couldn't help but smile.

"And you look... Stunning."

"And you look like a pirate," she acknowledged.

I threw my head back in laughter. "Thanks for noticing."

We danced until the song ended. But before America could slip away, I reached up quickly and tugged my ear. She nodded, and I turned to go ask Celeste to dance... Again.

I didn't notice at first, but America wasn't a fairy. She was a butterfly. And probably the most beautiful butterfly to spread its wings.

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I'm so sorry that this is such a short chapter. You guys had to wait F O R E V E R just to read one of my shortest chapters ever. Im also noticing that my writing quality is going WAAAYYYY down with this. Man fanfiction is hard.

GAHHH!! Anyway, I'm sorry- again- for making you wait so long for something so short. I'm running out of ideas!!

I might be wrapping it up soon. 😞 that was a MIGHT!