Emerald Eyes

24 - Red Carpet

Back in the hotel, we both took showers in the incredibly huge bathroom and then Martijn started to dress up. I blow-dried my hair and fixed a little piece of it up into a braid. Then I put on some sparkly eyeshadow, some mascara and a bit of shiny lipgloss. After that, I carefully put on the beautiful gown that Martijn had given to me. To go with it, I wore the necklace with the little silver moon that my mom had given to me to my 16th birthday. Finally, I grabbed my clutch and put on my heels and then called after Martijn, who was just in the bathroom: "Hey! You ready yet?" "Almost!", I heard him say, then his head peeked out the door. "Wow, Line!", he said, "You look stunning! How come you are so beautiful in this dress?" "Well..", I replied, "My boyfriend might have a good taste in dresses, I guess." "Awww.", he giggled, "Or you're just the most beautiful girl around!" Then he came out of the bathroom to give me a hug. I looked at him and started to laugh: "Hey, Garrix!" "What?", he asked innocently. "Come on. Just look at yourself!", I giggled. His hair was messy, his shirt almost not tucked into his trousers and his bow-tie wasn't tied properly either. "Let me help you. I can't let you go out like that.", I laughed and quickly fixed him up. "Thanks so much.", he laughed and said: "Can I now finally do my hair, please?" I agreed and he was off to the bathroom. After a while, he returned and looked extremely stunning. "Ready to go?", he asked and gave me a proud smile. "Absolutely.", I answered and let him guide me down to the hotel lobby. When we got down, the rest of the team was already waiting, all dressed up. Martijn's mom approached us and smiled: "You look beautiful together. Line, darling, how do you like the dress that Martijn and I picked for you?" "It is absolutely wonderful, Karin. Thank you so much!", I replied. Watse then hurried us into the cars that were waiting in front of the building. Martijn grabbed me by the hand and made me sit down next to him. Watse was also in the car with us, as well as José, his PR agent. When we approached the venue, we already saw all the fans waiting next to the red carpet area. Tijn whispered to me: "Okay, beautiful. Just stay close to me and no matter what happens, don't let go of my hand, okay? And also, don't forget to smile. They will love you, I promise." Then the car came to a hold. "Let's go.", Martijn smiled and pushed open the door, only to help me exit the car like the gentleman that he was. He grabbed my hand and held it tight, and as soon as we turned around, we were blinded by all the flashes of the cameras. The fans were screaming his name, cheering, and everybody wanted to get his or her little piece of Martin Garrix. I admired how he could stay so calm and confident in a situation like this. I let him lead the way to the red carpet, while he always made sure I wouldn't get lost somewhere in the crowd. "Martin! Martiiin!", the fans were screaming. He gave them a confident smile and waved into their cellphone cameras. Then we walked down the carpet a little further to reach the press area. Remember to smile, I told myself over and over. His world was so overwhelming and a little scary. José led Martijn to a few selected press members that were allowed to interview him. "Hi Martin Garrix! It's so good to see you here tonight in Bilbao! How do you like it so far?", one of them asked with a thick Spanish accent. "It's absolutely amazing.", he replied, "The fans have been showing so much love and also it is a crazy feeling to be nominated for two awards! I'm so stoked for tonight!" The reporter smiled and said: "That is so good to hear. Bilbao I proud to welcome you here! Also, may I ask, who is this beautiful lady to your side?" "Thank you for having me! And that...", Martijn answered and wrapped his arm around my waist, "Is my beautiful girlfriend. I decided to bring her with me for this special occasion. It is a real honor to all of us in Team Garrix to be here tonight."