Please Say You'll Stay

Part 2

      The night sky began to darken as time drew nearer to the start of the party. You began to get ready in anticipation. You started off by styling your silky hair in your favorite way. After your hair was perfect, you began to choose what to wear. You ripped off your tee as you decided to dress up for Alex. While thumbing through your clothing, you find your old, thigh-length black dress. You slowly slide the dress up over your legs. It still fit perfectly. The dress was strapless and the back was cut out to your waist. The bottom was layered with black lacey material that flaired out when you turned. A striking, white bow finished the dress, wrapped around your waist. You began applying your makeup. Your makeup looked perfect and you rummaged through your shoes. You picked out a pair of white, dress sandals to match your bow. Strapping the sandals around your heels, you heard the buzzing of your phone. Your mother's picture flashed across the screen. You picked up the phone and muttered, "Hello?" "Hey. I'm working late tonight. I'm guessing you are home from the concert?" You told your mom yes and then about the after party. She mentioned you had to be home by 12. You sighed at this. You agreed and she hung up. You checked the time as you placed your phone back down. You took one final look in the mirror. You looked more beautiful than ever. You quickly grabbed your phone and ticket and ran out the door to your car. On your way to the address on the ticket, you began to feel nervous. As you arrived, you saw many cars parked along the curbs. You finally found a place to park and hopped out. You could hear and feel the vibrations of the music coming from inside. You approached the door shaking. just as you were about to climb the stairs, a familiar voice exclaimed, "You came!"...