Chapter 14 – This Is a New Start; Together.

I got out of the shower looking at the calendar, realizing its New Year's Eve. I looked at the unopened box that Ian gave to me.

There was a note attached on the ribbon.

"Skye, I got this for you since I remembered you when I saw it. Hope you'll like it! P.S. Wear it later, okay?"

I chuckled since Ian already told me what's inside, but I'm pretty curious what it looks like. As I tear up the box open, I saw a light pink dress inside. It was strapless, and a bit short, but it just fits right to me. I smiled as I saw my own reflection on the mirror wearing it. I didn't know Ian has a good taste for these kinds of things. He never fails to surprise me, every single time.

As I was twirling to see myself at the mirror, Mike came inside my room, looking all fancy. I looked at him; I tried to hold back my laugh, but I failed.

"Wh-What?" Mike exclaimed as he looked at me in a surprised look. "I can't lose to you, you know. Especially there will be some chicks with us later."

"You look like you're going to scare them!" I can't help but to crack up more. "And dude, it's New Year's Eve. We're going to see the fireworks; so it will be sort of a party. Don't go there with a tux; you're embarrassing me!"

"Fine! Sheesh," Mike hissed as he got out of my room. "Oh and you better fix yourself then; Anthony texted me that we should be at the park at 6, and its 4:30 now. I now you girls need more time to fix yourselves so keep going now!"

I cussed under my breath when he left, realizing he was right. I fixed my hair into a cute bun, and wore some light make-up. I'm not that kind of girl to wear make-up at daily basis, but putting some can't be bad, right? I also wore my only one silver high-heels to match with the dress. I can't help but to smirk at my own reflection, since I looked so pretty in this dress. As I twirled around, imagining what Ian's reaction would be if he'll see me, I saw the clock that's it's already 5:47. I grabbed my silver purse and knocked on Mike's room.

"Mike, are you ready? Let's go."

As the door opened, I saw him in his violet long sleeves that have been nicely pulled up, and his hair being all messy and making him so attractive. "What?" I came to my senses when he said that. "Why do you stare at me like that?"

"Nothing," I just said, completely forgot that he was my brother. Dang it!

Mike drove towards the park, seeing Anthony and two girls with him. I can't see Ian anywhere, which is strange.

"Guys over here!" Anthony shouted at us and waving his hand franticly. We walked towards them, as Mike looked so excited in meeting the girls.

"Just to tell you, Kalel is dating Anthony, so technically you only have the chance at the girl named Melanie."

"Alright~" He said as he smirked. I felt a lot of chills at my spine.

As we reached to them, I saw Anthony wearing long sleeves with a black vest and a tie. I can't lie, he looks hot, but at the same time I can't help but to think that he looks like a waiter. I held back my laugh and good thing that it worked or else I'd be drowning in my own laugh.

"So guys this is Skye and Mike," Anthony said as he pointed who is Skye and who is Mike to the ladies with him, "and guys, this is Melanie," Anthony pointed at the lady who is wearing a light green ballooned dress, and I shook her hand as Mike did. I could see that she blush a little when Mike shook her hand. I can't help but to smile when she did that.

"And this is Kalel," Anthony said as he smiled to her. Kalel can't help but to smile with him. "She's now my girlfriend." I smiled widely as Anthony said those words, and I hugged Kalel for that.

"Congratulations!" I exclaimed at her and smiled. She gave me a sweet smile at me.

"Good thing you're happy; I really thought you would be angry when Anthony declared that we're official." She said as she let out a sweet chuckle.

"I'm over that dude. And if he ever tries to make you cry, I'll be here, ready with a baseball bat." I winked at her as Anthony looked at us, acting as if he's scared. Kalel left us with a sweet chuckle. I have to admit, they look so damn cute together.

I went around finding any sight of Ian in this park, but I can't. I remembered that we should meet up under a fig tree. I went on my way seeing Ian was there. I could see his face light up when he saw me. I felt that mine did the same thing.

"You look wonderful," Ian said as he got out from the shadows, wearing green long sleeves and black slacks. Even though he looks a bit casual, I can't help but to think he's a prince. I feel a smile on my face when I see him.

"You look nice as well," I returned his words back to him. He smiled as he reached out his hand to me.

"Will you be my date for tonight?"

"You don't have to sound too formal," I said as I took his hand shyly. He chuckled as the wind blew. He put his coat on to my shoulders, so that I won't get cold. I put my head on his shoulder as we walk by a large crowd of people, having fun and waiting for the fireworks.

I knew a lot about Kalel and Melanie, especially her small crush on my brother. Little does she know that my brother does have a small crush on her as well. I smiled as I lost track of Ian and the others. It's already time for the fireworks. Everyone is counting for the year to come.

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9…

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I still can't find any track of Ian, when someone grabbed my left hand away from the large crowd that I'm in.

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"What the-"To my surprise, it was Ian saving me once again.

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We ran as fast as we could going to a small hill wherein there's a mat ready for us to sit on.

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"3, 2-!" I was about to shout 'one' out loud, I could feel something blocked. It was Ian's lips on mine. I closed my eyes and gave in.

As the fireworks go boom, I could feel our hearts do the same. It was mutual, and undeniable. I love my best friend who saved me from my own nightmare.

I love the person I told myself that would never happen. I love that person named Ian Hecox.

And as the year start, we looked in each other's eyes, knowing it's a new start for us as well; together, as lovers.

It was perfect.

Picture perfect.

A/N: Yes, that was the last chapter. I hoped you guys liked it! And I'm thinking to add an extra chapter on this story, maybe seeing what will happen after a year?

Thank you for the people who read this fan fiction until the end. You guys are awesome. Let me love you!