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Scarlet
He looks good tonight.
His hair is tied back in a man-bun. His beard has been trimmed, but not too short. And his t-shirt is tight, accentuating the perfection that I know lies beneath.
Not that he doesn’t always look like a sexy rock god. But tonight, there’s something in his eyes. They’re sparkling in the light. The steel blue holding me captive as he stares at me from across the room. I’ve memorized the color and every shade they take on as his mood shifts.
Judging by the look on his face right now, his eyes are darker. Close to black.
His breathing increased as he assessed my outfit. The outfit I picked out with him in mind. He likes it. A lot. I don’t even think he realizes that he licked his lips while he was staring. Or that he adjusted his stance, shifting his weight to his left side.
All signs I’ve gotten to him. That he’s as turned on as I am at just the sight of him.
Good.
My plan is working.
Not that it’s all that great of a plan.
Step one: turn him on.Check.
Sexy dress. High heels.
Heels that are killing my feet, but I refuse to wear flats, no matter how much strain I’m putting on my ankle. It’s ninety-nine percent better.
Step two: apologize for being an idiot and avoiding him.
Still not sure how or when I’ll be doing that. I know they have to start their set soon. If Gia hadn’t changed her outfit six times, we would have been here an hour ago. I thought Mya was going to strangle her after the third outfit change.
She claims she’s not trying to impress anyone.
We all have our doubts.
Usually it’s Kora that we’re waiting on. She’s the indecisive one.
“We need refreshments,” Gia says as she tugs on my arm.
I let her lead me into the kitchen. Once we’re each holding a red plastic cup filled with punch, we make our way to where the rest of our friends are gathered.
Kora and Kendall are admiring each other’s outfits, which ironically are somewhat similar. Both are in skinny jeans and boots that come up to their knees. Both have their hair down in luscious waves. The only real difference is Kendall’s wearing a cute, form-fitting sweater while Kora has on a sheer blouse.
Willow and Piper are staring at Piper’s phone, laughing. I hear one of them mention Alexis’ name and realize she’s not here. It’s strange to see Piper without her. As strange as it would be to see Kendall without Willow. They’re a package deal.
“Where is Alexis?” I ask no one in particular.
“With Micah,” Piper answers.
“And Julian,” Willow adds, nudging her.
“Julian’s coming to pick me up in a few,” Piper explains. “He just finished work. Then we’re going downtown to celebrate. Julian’s parents closed the restaurant early, and they’re having a private party for the staff. We’ll be able to see the fireworks from the rooftop. Alexis and Micah are coming with us.”
“Speaking of Julian,” Kendall coos, wiggling her eyebrows at Piper.
That’s when I notice Julian standing behind her, admiring her ass. He doesn’t even bother to lift his eyes when she spins around and catches him.
Not that I would be complaining either. Julian Chambers is the kind of man naughty dreams are made of. Tall, handsome, athletic. I’ve watched women fall at his feet for years. None of them were able to break through his tough exterior. No matter how hard they tried.
Or begged.
