Chapter 7-

"Hi, Dash," I said without looking at him. He didn't look at me either. I couldn't believe Noelle would bring him without telling me. I was so furious. I yanked Noelle's arm, and brought her away from Dash, so he wouldn't hear what I was about to say.

"What is your problem," she asked, shocked.

"What is my problem? Why did you bring him," I yelled/whispered.

"He's my boyfriend, thats why," she spat and yanked her arm out of my hand.

"Noelle, if you wanted a romantic christmas, I wouldn't have come," I said. If I would've known he was coming, I wouldn't be here. I would be going with Josh and his family to Paris. Having my own romantic christmas.

"I know, thats why I didn't tell you," she said coolly. Even though she was my best friend, I didn't understand her logic at times. "Come on, we don't want to be late," she said. She grabbed my hand and dragged me to the car. Where I pouted like a baby.

"Is she okay," I heard Dash ask her, after a few minutes of me looking straight out the window, and probably looking like I was going to cry.

"She's just fine," she said to him, and smiled at me. "Aren't you?", she then asked.

"Just, dandy," I said through my teeth. And glared at her. --

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The rest of the ride to the airport was quiet. And the plane ride to St. Barts was even worst. Noelle barely talked to me, and Dash didn't look at me once. I really didn't want him to. They were making out on and off, the whole trip. It made me sick.

I still couldn't get over that I was going to have to spend, 2 1/2 weeks with him! And for the topper, Noelle said there's another guest! What was she trying to do, ruin my holidays? I know almost hooking up with Dash was bad, but I was drugged. And, I was just shot! I think that qualifies for some kind of respect.

The last time I spoke to him, was at the fund raiser. When the video of us was sent to the whole student body. He wanted to take me back to Easton, but I said I couldn't. I told him that I couldn't be seen with him, or talk to him anymore.

I always wondered how he felt for me. At the Alumni party, he practically said that he had feelings for me. I wondered if that changed now. I just wanted him to stay out of my way, and not get me into anymore trouble. I already screwed up my relationship with Josh and Noelle once, I wasn't about to do it again.

We finally landed, and once we were allowed to use our cells, I called Josh. Noelle and Dash were getting the luggage, so I was in private.

"I can't believe she invited him. What am I going to do?" I asked/whisperd to Josh.

"I know she's your best friend, but she's such a bitch at times," he said. I could hear annoyance in his voice. As much as I wanted to tell him he was wrong, I was starting to think he was right. "Do you want me to send a plane to get you? My parents will, and you can spend the whole holidays with me," he asked. He was so nice, and was always thinking of my best interest, but this was too much.

"No, I think I can live for a few weeks. But, thanks for the offer," I said.

"Well, if things really suck, you can leave early. I'll come home early, and we can spend more time together," he offered. That was actually a great idea.

"Maybe. But who knows, Noelle's other special guest might bring joy to my life," I laughed. "I doubt it though."

"Crap, I've gotta go. Their boarding. I'll call you once I get in. Good luck," he said.

"Okay. Have a safe flight. Bye," I said and we hung up.

I still couldn't believe the situation I was in. But I felt a little better after talking to Josh. He had that affect on me.

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Noelle's vacation home was magnificant! It was 3x bigger than my regular home. It was beautiful, and was right on the beach. Try to picture a regular beach house, then add the features of a mansion, and you've got it.

"Noelle, this place is awesome," I said, again.

"Okay glass-licker, give it up already. I've got the picture," she said and laughed. Dash just clenched his jaw as he was helping out with the lugage. "So, my parents won't be in till tommorow, so we've got the place to ourselves," she said, but not to me, to Dash. I had a feeling what the meant.

If she wanted to spend all this time with Dash, why did she ask me to come? To spend time with Amberely, who was getting in Sunday? I think not.

I followed her in, and she was going to show me my room. "So, I hope you like it. It's that door right, there," she said and motioned toward the door. I opened it up, and couldn't believe what I saw. I practically screeched when I recognized who it was.

"Well, well, well. Look who it is, Miss. Reed Brennan. Long time no see, hmmm?" she said.

Noelle then peaked through the doorway, "Sorry Reed, you have to share," she said and then left.

This trip just got intresting.

"Oh. My. God! Kiran!" I yelled and ran for her. I couldn't believe it was Kiran. The other Billings girl, who was a best friend to me. The gorgeous Kiran. The model Kiran. The Kiran who was supposed to be in Italy doing photo shoots for famous designers. There she stood, as beautiful as ever.

"Reed!" she said and we gave each other hugs. "Look at you! You got your hair cut, and nice outfit! Who would know that you were from that shit hole Croton," she said and I laughed. That was Kiren, always making insults, funny.

"I missed you so much. Billings was not the same without you," I said as we sat on the bed.

"Doesn't shock me. And I guess I'm going to have to forgive you, for blowing off my party," she said. "I think being shot is an honest reason why you couldn't come."

"Ha-ha. Yeah," I said. I shook off the fact that I was actually shot.

"So, tell me everything thats been going on. Noelle filled me in, but she tends to overextend the truth. So divulge about everything," she said and that I did.

I told her everything from Cheyenne, to Josh and Dash, and Noelle. The new Headmaster, and Ivy. And even, Sabine. Chill.

"Well, look at the bright side, everything is back to normal. And if anyone tries to screw with you, I'll get my personal body gaurd to come after them," she said, and I laughed.

"So Noelle told me that you were modeling, in like Italy," I said.

"Yeah. I finally got my life cleaned up. After eveything that happened with pshyco Arianna, I took a good look at my life and decided for a change. And look at me now, I'm living in Italy and doing something I love," she said. She really did look truly happy. And I was gald for her.

"You really do look great," I said. "I'm happy that everythings working out for you."

"Thanks. Now we need to find a way to keep you away from Dash and make your holidays great," she said.

"Well, even though Noelle brought him, she totally re-paid me by bringing you," I said to her.

"Good, so her plan did work. Now, lets get everything situated and I'll show you around," she said and I followed her out the door to get my bags. "You're so going to love it here. And that shoulder of yours should heal perfectly with all of the relaxation you'll be getting."

"Great. This Christmas is so going to be awesome," I told her. I guess I would have to break the great news to Josh when he called later. I hope he won't be dissapointed...

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I've seen the reviews that you guys want Josh to stay in it, but don't worry he'll be back soon! Here's a hint to the future: a miss someone needs to watch out who her enemies are, but it might be a little to late. This christmas, will be filled with tons of RED!!

Anyway, hoped you liked it, and please review!!

xoxo Marie!!