A/N: Here ya go guys. The long awaited chapter 16. A lot of stuff happens. You are going to love it, I hope. So, ENJOY!

"What's It Feel Like To Be a Ghost?"

Chapter 16 Part 1: A Fever You Can't Sweat Out

There was a knock at the door. Bradin opened it. There stood Aaron in a blue button down American Eagle shirt with ripped jeans and a pair of Vans, "Hey, Bradin."

"Hey," he stepped aside and let Aaron go in.

Aaron's eyes lit up when he saw Nikki, "You look fantastic!"

"You look hot!"

Aaron smiled at her.

Bradin was a little unnerved by their attraction for each other, "Nikki, could you step out into the hallway for a second? I'd like to have a word with Aaron here."

Nikki rolled her eyes, "Don't hurt him. I might just kill you for it," Nikki looked serious. She left.

Aaron had a strong urge to laugh, but didn't want to piss Bradin off.

"First of all, I hope you don't drink or you can leave right now."

"I don't."

"If you think you are getting sex on the first date, you're wrong."

"I am not that kind of guy. I'm not attracted to girls who give it up to anyone."

"Glad to hear it. If she gets hurt, I am kicking your ass."

"Fair enough."

"Most importantly, have fun. You make her happy, so I am trusting you."

"Yeah, man. You know.. your sister's lucky to have a brother like you."

Bradin smiled, "Thanks, take care of her."

"I will."

Bradin nodded to show he could leave.

Aaron went out.

"Oh my god! There isn't a scratch on you."

"No, he was actually pretty cool. Gave me the usual speech, if I hurt you he'll kick my ass, of course."

"Yeah, I knew that was coming."

"You're lucky to have a brother that cares so much about you."

"Yeah, I love him. Though, he does have one explosive temper."

"I noticed, I have a twin sister."

"That's cool!"

They walked to Aaron's car, which is a black corvette. He walked around to the passenger's side and opened the door for her and they were off to the party.

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Aaron got out and opened the door for Nikki. They went into a mansion style house with palm trees. Loud rock music was blaring from inside the house.

"Hope you like rock, that's the only thing you'll be hearing at this party. My friend despises rap."

"That's cool, Bradin's introduced me to some great bands."

"Bradin looks like the rock type."

He knocked on the doorand they were greeted by a tall, blonde, skinny skater guy.

"Hey, Jason. Sup?"

"Hey, Aaron. Not much, just partyin'. Who's your date?"

"Nikki, this is my best friend, Jason."

"Hey."

Jason smiled at her.

"She's Bradin Westerly's sister," Aaron informed.

"That surfer you like so much?" Jason was astonished.

"Yeah, I met him and Nikki at the beach."

"And he let you take his sister out when he hardly knows you?"

"Yeah, I made a good impression oh him I geuss."

"You did, he likes you," chimed in Nikki.

"Better not to do anything to piss him off because he's like a firecracker waiting to be set off."

Aaron glared at Jason, "Aw, really? I hadn't noticed. So, where's your date?"

"You know, I'm kind of jsut playin' the field right now. So, Nikki got any cute friends?"

"I might, you never know."

They went into the house. There was a great mass of people dancing and partyin' it up. There were people sucking face on the couches and people talking. Then there were the select few who were spiking their drinks. What party doesn't have alcohol? Nikki had not seen or smelt any alcohol on Jason.

There were a group of girls standing by the wall, eyeing Nikki and giving her death glares. There was a tall brunette who sneered at Nikki, "Hey Aaron."

Aaron nodded, "Hey, Delilah. This is my date, Nikki Westerly."

Nikki smiled pointedly at her.

One of the girls almost spit up her beer, "Bradin Westerly's sister?"

"The very same," answered Nikki, politely.

"He's hot. I hear he's single again."

"Yeah, but he has a new love in mind. He jsut hasn't won her yet."

"I'm not impressed. So, what? Your brother is some has been surfer."

Lines had just been crossed.

"Excuse me? My brother kicks ass at surfing and he still has his sponsorship. I'm not impressed by you, either. You are what, 19, 20? and you're shopping at a high school party for guys. Obviously, you can't find a man in college, if you even made it that far. You do not intimidate me, not in the slightest bit."

Delilah looked as if she had been slapped in the face. She skulked off with her followers behind her.

"Wow, you told her. I hate them, they've always been after me for the longest time. I believe some of Bradin's temperament just came out of you."

"Yeah, but they really have no business chasing after a high school guy as old as they are."

"I totally agree."

Taking Back Sunday's "Spin" blasted through the room.

"Lets dance," Nikki led him to the floor. They were grinding and looked into each other's eyes the whole time. The lyrics exploded in their ears feuling the adrenaline and desire. Nikki moved against him with erradic movements.

The song came to an end and Nikki removed her hands from his chest. Then, the All American Rejects'

"Straightjacket Feeling" came on and everyone was slow dancing. Nikki put her arms around his neck and he put his arms around her waist drawing her closer. As Nikki listened to the song it reminded her of Bradin and Kendall. She was a little sad about this, but then remembered she was dancing with an insanely hot guy. It felt like time stood still. They were dancing close, but was it close it enough? After the song they spent the rest of the night getting to know each other.

Nikki learned that Aaron is sweet, soft spoken, and doesn't really have a temper. Aaron learned that Nikki is intelligent and ambitious. And if the time calls for it she can unleash the fiery anger within. But, they enjoyed each other's company. Nikki wanted to see a lot more of him. She didn't know if she could be away from him. When they got back to the hotel, Aaron brought his lips to hers and intensity ran through the kiss.

He tasted so sweet. He let his lips linger on hers before pulling away. Nikki didn't want it to end, she pushed her lips back on his and her fingers found their way into his hair. She caressed his lips and pulled away, breathless from his kiss. Aaron's eyes betrayed him, they were burned out with lust,
Demanding are you?"

Every part of her body was filled with the fever of him, "You are a great kisser."

"So are you. I had an awesome time tonight, I just wish we didn't live thirty minutes apart."

"We could live 3 days apart and it could not keep me away from you."

Aaron pulled her into a hug and Nikki drank in his scent and held on to him as tight as she could. His touch was flaming hot; it was like a searing fire burning every inch of her. Funny thing is, it only burned in her heart. He released her and kissed her once moreand touched her lips sending a wave of heat through her.

"I'll call you tomorrow," promised Aaron.

"You better," Nikki nuzzled his nosse and floated up to her and Bradin's room.

She opened the door and found Bradin looking out of the window.

"Nosy, are we?"

Bradin looked at her guiltily, but then it turned into anger, "Ya'll kissed for a good 30 minutes. I saw you kissing him and you might as well have been in bed together."

"Bradin, chill you know how attracted we out to each other. It was our fist kiss."

Bradin smiled sadly,"You two looked so happy together. I wish I could be that happy."

Nikki went to him and held him, knowing there was only one remedy for the pain he suffered.

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A/N: I love that chapter! There is going to be a fight next chapter and some other things going on. REVIEW PLEASE!!!! Also, the chapte title was borrowed from Panic! At the Disco, how I love them..

Love,

Erika :) :) :

Quote from me, "It's amazing what one smile can do for a person."