Defend Me

Chapter 9: The Scheme

Krissy's Point of View
Leaving the testing room, I was full of emotions, I felt relieved that I was finally done and all that was left was to wait. But, I also felt scared. What if I didn't pass? I'd lose my first case. I'd have to wait to continue my career until I passed. I'd have to wait until the next testing date. So much was at stake and all I was doing was psyching myself out. I shook my head free of my fears and answered my ringing phone.

"Krissy? It's Blake. How did it go?" I heard Blake say. I was surprised he had called. I let a breath out before replying.

"Good, I think." I said. My nerves were back as my heart began to race. Why was I feeling like this? I couldn't be feeling like this. I shouldn't be feeling like this.

"I'm sure you did amazing. You always do." Blake said. I smiled at his words.

"Thanks Blake." I said softly. My heart continued to beat at a quick speed while my palms began to sweat. I hated these emotions. I hated them. Why was I getting them?

"I just wanted to say that. I'm glad you finished. I know you'll pass. I'll see you around Kris." He said with sincerity laced in his voice. I was about to hang up but decided that now was the best time as ever to tell him the news.

"Hey Blake, wait. I decided to take your case. You don't deserve to go to jail. I'll make sure of that. Now, promise me that you'll stay out of trouble. I'll call you later with more details about what we need to do next." I said. I felt like a weight was dropped from my shoulders. The decision I had been struggling to make was finally made. I just hope it was the correct one.

"Alright. Thanks Krissy. This means a lot, more than you know." Blake told me. I let out a breath. That's what I was afraid of.

"I know Blake. I know." I said softly. I hung up the phone, not bothering to say bye. I had a lot to think about.

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I walked into my apartment to be surrounded by millions of dresses. I was rather confused. Did I walk into the wrong one? I couldn't have. I used my key to get in. I looked around, looking for any evidence of my friends. I struggled to walk further in, seeing Morgan in the corner. She was wearing one of the beautiful gowns. She had a mirror placed along the wall as she examined her figure in the beautiful yellow dress.

"Hey M." I said getting her attention. She quickly turned around, letting out a squeal. I covered my ears. I forget that cheerleaders need strong lungs.

"K! How did the test go? You passed right? Are we going to have our own little lawyer now? Do we get a friends and family discount? I'm so happy for you K!" She rambled. I let out a chuckle. This girl definitely chose the right career as a cheerleader.

"Calm down M. I have to wait two months before I find out if I passed. Now, please tell me what the heck is going on in my apartment." I said looking around. She giggled. She pointed towards her phone. She was on FaceTime.

"Hey K! Morgan is helping me decide on your guys' bridesmaid dresses. I don't really like that yellow." Sophie said with her nose scrunched up. Her face was on the phone, full of excitement. I had forgotten that she was engaged and in full planning mode. I wonder when the wedding is.

"Why in my home?" I asked. I looked around and saw that not only were there dresses, there was also tuxes. Okay, what are these two planning. They always have a plan.

"Because Blake would kill me if I had this at his. That's where i'm at by the way. Asher had some work to do, so I decided to stay here. I forgot I had planned the appointment and called M. It's not that big of a deal. I just need the dress to be amazing and you guys have great style, so I didn't bother to go over there." Sophie explained. I nodded, sort of understanding everything. Long story short, we need to pick a dress.