Love or Desire

Chapter 39

Emma's POV
It was snowing on this fine Christmas Eve day. Who am I kidding, I'm stressing the fuck out! What if people don't like their presents? What if Killian doesn't like my dress? What if he doesn't like his presents? Emma calm down, breathe. Okay, I'm okay now. I curled my hair and gave it a half up half down look, with the half up pinned towards the right side. My makeup consisted of bronze eyeshadow, mascara, some light blush, eyeliner, and crimson lips. I slipped on my heels before getting into my dress. I looked in the mirror and I was satisfied. I walked down the stairs and my parents gasped. I could feel my features fall,

"Does it not look good? Should I go change? I'll change,"

"No Emma! You look absolutely stunning," Mom said. She had tears in her eyes,

"My baby's all grown up," Dad said, struggling to not cry. I smiled so widely that I think my cheeks will be sore for a few days. I hugged my parents and we headed to Killian's. I was so nervous. Brennan opened the door and gave me a small hug, I gladly returned it. He was actually a nice guy.

"That boy isn't going to know what hit 'im," Brennan said about his son. I laughed and saw Ruby. I gave her a hug and she whispered in my ear,

"You look gorgeous, and I'll help you set up early tomorrow," I smirked and nodded. I smiled as I went over to Jeff and Robin who were holding hands.

"Congrats guys," they smiled at me. August came up to me and smiled,

"My my, little sis, you sure do clean up nicely," he twirled me and I giggled. I pecked his cheek and adjusted his tie,

"Aren't you looking dapper big bro," he smiled and walking over to Elsa. When did that happen? I finally saw Killian. He was talking to Victor when he saw me. He did a double take and his jaw dropped. I smiled and walked toward him.

"Swan...uhh...you look...uhh..." Vic laughed.

"What he means to say is that you look gorgeous Emma," Killian nodded,

"What he said," Vic slapped his shoulder,

"Would you like some water buddy?" Killian nodded. I laughed and looked at his suit. Damn... He was wearing a red button up shirt the same color as my dress, and it totally sculpted the planes of his chest. He had black slacks on, and his black blazer showed off his biceps. Don't even get me started on his tie, I just wanted to tear that thing off of him with my teeth. After Victor returned with Killian's water and left, Killian spoke.

"I just want to say love, that you look absolutely breathtaking. I can't think of any words that can begin to describe how beautiful you look," I blushed and looked down. He tilted my chin up,

"Don't hide that pretty face of yours from me darling," Brennan called that it was time for dinner. There was ham, chicken, lobster, apple pie, potatoes, basically anything you could think of. Us teens were allowed some champagne. Thank god! It was like they were taunting us while they were sipping it, well Brennan and Dad. Mom couldn't have any. Ruby broke the ice,

"Mary, how come your not having any champagne?" Here we go. Mom set her fork down,

"Well, I'm four months pregnant!" Ruby, Belle, and Elsa squealed while August looked at me sympathetically. I smiled.

"Congratulations Mrs. Nolan," Victor and Will said in unison,

"Thank you boys," we finished dinner and sat by the fire.

"Who's up for some Christmas songs?" Brennan asked. All except me and Killian raised our hands.

"Come on Killian, bring out your guitar. We know you can play," Robin said, but was silenced with Killian's death glare.