Alexis Miller [Editing]

Chapter six: My Hero

Be ready, will be there in 15. Read the text from AJ.

I have only gotten out of the shower and finished applying the third layer of mascara and eye liner when he sent it. The dress is easy to fit into as I simply need to pull it over my head and straighten the straps at the back. I briefly turn around and I could see myself in the full length mirror. I look beautiful. It is kind of a struggle to put on my wedges thanks to the thick straps.

I could hear his car pulling up into the drive. My heart was about to tear a hole through my chest. My head is beginning to feel very light, I immediately plummet onto my bed. I could hear faint sounds of people talking. I think it's AJ and Tristan. I thought he had a date? I can't let him ruin this night for me by talking to AJ. Tristan will probably make up some fantasy about me to tell him. The last time he told AJ I was rearranging my collection of teddy bears and that it would take me hours until I would be finished. I don't even own any stuffed toys for crying out loud! I hate him.

"And Alex wouldn't stop talking about how much she missed her braces. It was literally- "

"Alright I think that's enough," I said cutting Tristan off, "Hey Adam. "

I don't think he heard my greeting. Maybe I was the one that needed to speak louder or maybe he doesn't want me to talk because if that's the case then I'll keep quiet the whole night. I'd prefer that. I'm so nervous so it could just be me overreacting like I usually do. Yes, that's it, I'm being my usual self by overreacting.

I felt Tristan bump me, bringing me back to reality, and directed my vision towards AJ who is seems to be looking me up and down. If I am correct, Adam Jackson was checking me out. He didn't look too bad himself. He was wearing dark blue( almost black ) jeans, a grey t-shirt underneath his red unbuttoned button up shirt and  finished off the look with a beanie that is the same colour as his shirt.

"earth to madly in love teenagers!" I heard Tristan shout, making me blush a little knowing that Tristan knows I was checking him out. I think AJ saw me blushing and immediately started looking anywhere but at me.

He scratched the back of his head,"Lex... You look... Wow, " he paused and looked me up and down, again,"You look beautiful. " I won't be able to survive the rest of the night if AJ continues to compliment me like this.

"T-thanks, shall we go?" I asked.

"I think you should," Tristan said while shoving me out the door, " don't do anything I wouldn't , be safe and use protection!"

Before I could argue back he had already pushed me out and I found myself inches away from Adam's face. The warm feeling in my cheeks is back. Did I mention that I hate Tristan? Well I do, very much.

*****

AJ was being a complete gentleman from the moment he opened the car door for me until we arrived at Jason's house. The house was full of drunken teens, blasting music and red plastic cups all over. People are everywhere and I'm starting to feel light headed again. I am unable to move and I feel like I'm glued to the seat. Ochlophobia washed over me. The fear of big crowds.

"Hey Lex, you alright?" AJ asked while opening my door for me with a concerned look on his face.

"I'm okay, just a bit nervous."

"What? Nervous? You shouldn't be."

"I know but I am. You should just go ahead, I'll stay here and wait for you. Don't let me hold you back from- "

"Oh shut up Lex," he chuckled, " you're with me, so don't worry, okay?"

"Okay."

With that he grabbed my hand pulling me out of the car. We walked in hand in hand. Usually I would be internally jumping for joy but I didn't because of all the attention we were getting. Guys whistled at me causing AJ to put is arm around my waist pulling me close to him. Girls glared at me and I suddenly felt insecure. I guess AJ could feel me shaking from all the nerves and he pulled me in closer to him.

The music was so loud that I couldn't hear AJ until his lips were right up against my ear. I was startled by the sound of his voice asking, " do you want something to drink?" I simply nodded in reply. Now that he left me alone I  felt even more insecure. It felt like it's been hours since he left and eyes from every direction were now looking at me. Is there something wrong with my hair? My dress must be torn somewhere or maybe it's out of fashion. I should've never come to this party it's just not my scene.

The feeling of someone grabbing my arm hurts, a lot. I can't see the person's face but it seems like a guy. He has beach blonde hair. I know for sure it's not AJ. He wouldn't hurt me, would he? I immediately dismiss the thought. This mystery blonde guy comes to a halt and for the first time I see his face. Jason. We aren't the best of friends so I doubt he wants to have a heart-to-heart conversation. I don't know what he wants and right now I just want to find AJ so that he can take me home.

"So you're with AJ now huh?" I was brought back to reality with Jason finally speaking to me. We are now in the small guest bathroom. Luckily the door is halfway opened so if this gets out of hand- oh, there he goes closing it.

"No, Jason, we are just friends okay?"

"I don't think so." He is now leaning against the door using his hands -which are on either said of my head- to support himself. He is so close I can feel his warm breathe which reeks of alcohol. There is no point in trying to escape seeing how he's blocking the only possible escape route.

"P-please just l-let me go."

"How about no," he begins to kiss my collar bone then my neck while his hands explore parts of my body, "did you know your a really sexy girl?"

He continues to kiss my neck with his body up against mine, slowing making his way to my cheek. "I won't t-tell anyone if you let m-me go now Jason." Now I'm scared. I'm still a virgin and would appreciate it if I could save it for that special person. I can feel the tears forming at the thought of having... With this asshole. He was now looking at me (my lips) and slowing moving his head towards me when suddenly the door flies open pushing me further into Jason's chest.

The person that came through the door seems to be pretty angry with the amount of swear words coming from his mouth- AJ. Before I knew it he had grabbed my arm pulling me out of the bathroom and punching Jason in the face. Right then it felt like everyone was just staring at us, and to no surprise everyone was. He pulled me through the sea of people, His grip is so tight it actually hurt.