Chasing Fire

Chapter 1

  Parties. They're never fun or entertaining for me. I don't understand how getting drunk and high is fun, when all you do is regret it in the morning.

  I've never actually gotten high... or drunk as a matter of fact. I've only tried beer and the taste was unbearable. I grew up with strict parents, they never drunk around me unless friends were over.

  I finally get up from bed and start to clean up my room a bit. It's an absolute mess.

I share an apartment with my friend Sarah, we split the bills since we both can't afford a room alone. She's currently out buying some tampons and should be back soon.

  Just the thought of getting ready for a party has me exhausted. But I have to get out more, staying locked in up in this room studying or sulking about being lonely isn't getting me anywhere. Well, in a... social point of view I guess.

  I lay out a black dress with gold studs on the neckline, the neckline isn't too low but it definitely is center of attention on this dress. I pick out some gold hoops and anklet to wear with some nude flats.

  Sarah would definitely disapprove of this outfit. As soon as the thought passes my mind, I rush into the bathroom. I have two hours until she picks me up. I don't understand why I'm going to this stupid college party but I need to make friends before the semester starts.

  As soon as the cold water touches my skin, I feel instantly refreshed. Unlike other people I find the cool water relaxing. I hurry up and wash my hair and my body. I pick up my razor and start shaving my legs.

  I stop for a second. Should I.. shave down there?

  I've never done anything with a guy before I've only had two serious boyfriends and we've never done anything extreme. I mean I've had a few make out sessions here and there, but I always stopped it before it escalated to something else.

  I'll shave just in case.

  When I hop out the shower I put on the outfit, I had previously picked out. The dress fits quite well but the length is bothering me.

  I pull out some tights from my drawer and slip them on. That looks a bit better. I think.

  I quickly curl the ends of my hair and apply some light makeup. I use everything but foundation, I don't like the way it feels on my skin.

  Right as I sit down to drink a glass of water, there's banging on the door.

  "Evelyn hurry " Sarah pushes past me at the door.

  "Took you long enough" I tease.

  "You look hot, but lose the tights." She eyes me up and down.

  "What? No, I like them." I defend my tights. "Fine" I give into her disapproving look and slip them off from underneath my dress.

  "Can we go now?" I roll my eyes.

  When we arrive we have to drive around the block three times just to find a good parking spot. Good thing the host owns a house, because a party on campus could get messy.

  As I trail behind Sarah, I stare at the people drinking and talking on my way in. Good thing Ellie knows people here, I wouldn't have shown up if I knew I had to make friends of my own.

  She leads me to the living room where a group of people sitting on the couch instantly call for her to come over.

  She greets everyone and introduces me.

  "Guys this is my friend Evelyn, be nice to her she's trying to make some friends" She explains.

  A couple introduces themselves first, the blonde sticks out her hand for me to shake.

  "My name is Crystal, this is my boyfriend Elliot."

  Her boyfriend removes the red cup from his lips and places it on the table beside him.

  "You can call me El, nice to meet you." He shakes my hand.

  After they're done introducing themselves the brunette and the end of the couch gets up and introduces himself.

  "My names Ari, nice to meet you" His green eyes are very attractive.

  "Evelyn" I smile back.

  Maybe this party won't be so bad. Everyone so far seems very welcoming.