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thirty nine

EDEN-JADE THURLOW

My fingertips grazed across the endless wracks of clothing, the sound of Katie's mumbled voice echoing in my ears as we scanned the aisle.

Eventually, I turned towards her to see that she was holding a long, berry-red dress in front of her, with shimmering jewels lining the material at the top. A smile grew on my face at the sight, knowing in my heart that this was the dress for her, and she hadn't even tried it on yet.

However, Katie's face appeared unsatisfied, and I couldn't help but frown at her grumpiness.
" What's got you so worried? " I asked her, my head tilting to the side as I tried to figure her out.
Katie sighed as she stared down at the beautiful dress, before looking up at me with doubt in her pretty eyes.
" I don't know- It's just, prom is meant to be the most special time of the year for everyone. I'm just worried that Mackenzie's going to bail on me last minute- " The girl started to explain, whilst I shook my head frantically at her over the top speech.
" Why would she do that? "

Katie gave me a funny look when I questioned this and I couldn't help but roll my eyes, understanding the reasoning for her nerves. But there was hope needed there, because the two were perfect.

" Listen, Kenzie really likes you. Trust me. Take it from someone who has seen her push everything that's real away, the entire time that I have known her. What you guys have is special " I said honestly, watching as Katie shrugged, unsure " Do you think she would have spoken up to Casey like that, if she didn't? Because that took some balls "
When I added this the pretty girl's lips dared to tug upwards at the corners and I couldn't help but smile, knowing that I was right.

" I know that, I really do. I just- What if she changes her mind last minute? Or what if people like Casey get in her head? " Katie mumbled slightly, insecurity peaking through as she glanced back down at the stunning dress in her arms.
I let out a sigh and took another step towards the girl, taking the expensive clothing out of her hands.
" If there's one thing that we all know about Mackenzie, it's that she won't let anyone, especially Casey, make decisions for her. She's a stubborn bitch, but we love her for it " I jokingly said and Katie laughed, as I practically shoved the dress against her body, holding it up as if she were wearing it already " Now change into the damn dress, so she can see how hot her girlfriend is! "

This gave Katie the boost of confidence she needed and we instantly rushed to the changing rooms, the sound of zippers and sometimes the odd huff escaping from behind the curtain. From how it sounded, Katie was hating the dress, but when she pulled back the fabric separating us to reveal her gorgeous self, my jaw hit the floor.

" Oh my god- You look- " Before I could even finish my sentence, my eyes scanning over the beautiful details of the dress and how perfectly it fitted Katie, another voice was heard from behind me.
" Incredible " Mackenzie finished off for me, making both Katie and I swivel around, as Kenzie walked towards her girlfriend with shining eyes " I'm so fucking lucky "
I smirked at this and couldn't help but grin when they reached each other, the two not able to wait a minute longer to feel the warmth and security of their lips against one another's. I was beyond happy for them, but I was also relieved that Mackenzie had finally showed up.
" Better late than never " Katie rolled her eyes as she pulled away from Mackenzie, a laugh leaving my lips at the fact that she was always late, without fail.

" This dress is perfect, okay? You look like- A sexy Belle " I commented, as Mackenzie nodded eagerly, reaching out to feel the material lining Katie's waist.
Katie's cheeks turned slightly pink as she glanced down at the ground, her eyes traipsing up to get a look at the dress through the body length mirror opposite her. It was then that she let a grin grow on her lips and both Mackenzie and I clapped, happy that she had found the dress for her. But when the two girls stopped clapping and turned to face me in sync, I felt the smile drop from my face. Here it comes.