Warped Tour 2013

Chapter 8: 2 Hours Left

Alicia's POV

We reached the hotel room, and the air crackled with anticipation. Clothes were shed, and we fell into a heated make out session that quickly escalated into sex. Afterwards, we lay tangled in the sheets, our breaths mingling. 'I... I was a virgin,' I confessed, a slight tremor in my voice. David looked at me, a playful smirk dancing on his lips. 'Oh yeah? Not anymore, thanks to me.' I rolled my eyes, a soft laugh escaping me. He pulled me closer, and we resumed our passionate embrace, me straddling him this time. A glance at the clock sent a jolt of panic through me. 'Shit!' I exclaimed, startling him. 'What?' he asked, his eyes wide. 'We only have two hours!' I said, still perched on top of him. He grabbed me, pulling me down until we lay side by side, our eyes locked. Giggles bubbled up from my throat as we kissed, a playful energy filling the room. After a few moments, I reluctantly pulled away, stealing his shirt and slipping into my underwear and bra. He tugged me back into bed, kissing me again. I smiled, a blush warming my cheeks. 'I'm going to shower,' I announced, shedding my clothes for the second time. Twenty-five minutes later, I emerged from the bathroom, a towel wrapped around me. I spotted my dress and heels, then cursed under my breath when I saw Kaitlin's. 'Shit!' I said aloud. I called her, putting the phone on speaker while I started my makeup. 'Hey, you need to come to the hotel to get ready,' I said. 'What about David?' she asked. 'I'll tell him to go to his room,' I replied. 'Okay, I'll be there in twenty minutes,' she said. 'Okay, bye,' I said, and we hung up. David stepped out of the shower just as I finished the call. He kissed me, asking who it was. 'Kaitlin,' I replied. 'What did she want?' he asked, his tone curious, not annoyed. 'She'll be here in thirty minutes to get ready,' I said. 'Babe, you need to go to your room and get ready too. I'll call you when we're ready to leave.' He was about to protest, but I cut him off. 'Tonight's going to be unforgettable,' I promised. He smiled, giving me a final kiss. 'Okay, baby. I'll pick you both up in an hour for dinner and the club.' 'Okay,' I said. As he left.

Kaitlin walked through the door. 'Hey,' she said, then announced, 'I'm going to shower.' 'Okay,' I replied, continuing to get ready. I slipped into my dress, finishing the rest of my makeup. Ten minutes later, I was searching for my bra and shoes. 'OMG, you look beautiful!' Kaitlin exclaimed. 'Thank you,' I said. 'Hurry and get dressed so I can do your makeup.' She put on her dress, looking stunning. 'Tonight's going to be a night we won't forget,' I said. 'I know I won't!' she replied, grinning. I gave her birthday gift: five thousand dollars and a beautiful necklace. She gasped; her eyes wide with delight."

Kaitlin's POV

Before I'd left the bus with Ben, we'd made plans. He'd meet us at the restaurant, but not before hinting at two presents. Two. Presents. My mind raced with possibilities. What could they be? An expensive watch? A piece of jewelry, like the necklace Alicia had given me. Or something... more personal? A shiver ran down my spine. I was dying of curiosity, but I knew I'd have to wait. Patience was not my strong suit. Alicia's gifts, though, had been perfect. Five thousand dollars, and a delicate, sparkling necklace. I'd practically squeezed the life out of her with my hug. I loved that girl; she always knew how to make me feel special. But Ben... his presents were a mystery, a delicious, tantalizing unknown. Tonight was my 21st birthday. Finally, legal drinking age. A milestone. I wasn't a big drinker, though. A few sips of wine here and there, a cocktail on special occasions. But tonight was different. Tonight, I was going to celebrate. I just hoped I wouldn't get too drunk, or worse, pass out. That would be mortifying.

As I finished my makeup, I imagined the night ahead. The restaurant, the club, the music, the laughter. Ben's presents. And him. His smile, his eyes, the way he made me feel... a fluttery warmth in my chest. I couldn't wait to see him again.Kaitlin emerged from the bathroom, her dress shimmering under the hotel room lights. She looked stunning. 'Ready to go?' she asked, her voice buzzing with excitement. 'Almost,' I replied, adding a final touch of lipstick. 'Just need to grab my purse.'

As we headed out the door, I took a deep breath. Tonight was going to be a night to remember. I could feel it. A night of celebration, of friendship, of... something more."