Grayhap: Thanks! Do me a favor and let me know if you want a third part to this story :)
RandomWriter23: Dude, that's genius- I should have put that in! Damn, too late now :P Screaming would be...interesting for their neighbors XD Kate's dad is like, I don't even know, just special I guess. But Kate's definitely not normal ;) Read the Author's Note...I think you'll like it :) Lemme know!
A/N: So I'm wondering...would you guys like a third part to this story after they get married? I was planning on ending Wish Upon A Star with the last chapter as the wedding...I kinda wanna write a third part though. Let me know in your review! Thanks.
CHAPTER 28- PLEASANT SURPRISES
"James, your mom is here." I walked into the kitchen where James was at the table with Brooke following behind me. She went over to James and planted a kiss on his cheek before taking a seat next to him.
Brooke smiled up at me. "So where's the dress, Kate?"
"I'll go grab my design from upstairs."
I heard James ask his mother, "Isn't she just the best, Mom?"
I stopped at the edge of the stairs to hear her response. "Seeing how happy you are, definitely."
Yes! I win. Fuck yeah.
I ran up and got my design from the folder in James' desk drawer. I shuffled through to try and find the best one, then decided on taking the whole thing for Brooke to see. I went back downstairs and took the empty seat across from Brooke. "This is what I'm thinking so far," I said tentatively as I slid the folder across to her.
Her eyebrows went up as she went through. "Kate, did you draw these yourself?" I bit my lip and nodded. Her hand went to her mouth. "Oh my...these are fabulous!"
I breathed out a sigh of relief. "You like them?"
Brooke pulled out my personal favorite. "I like them all, but I think this is my favorite."
I smiled widely at her. "Mine too. I like the sweetheart neckline..."
"Hmm. I think it looks good. Maybe add a bit of lace here? Just here," she pointed it out.
I scrunched my eyebrows together and then slowly nodded. "Yeah. Yeah, I can see that. The same design as the trim?"
"Absolutely."
James had a huge grin on his face as he looked back and forth between me and his mom. He caught my eye and winked at me. I tapped my nose and pointed at him, our signal that the other was right.
Told you so, he mouthed.
I stuck my tongue out at him and laughed. Maybe planning this wedding will be fun.
Two hours later, the three of us were still sitting around the table. The only difference was darkness had fallen outside and we were all starving. Just as I was about to suggest ordering out, the doorbell rang.
I went to stand up but James placed a gentle hand on my shoulder and kissed my cheek. "I got it."
I squeezed his hand as he walked away. I'm so lucky to have a man with so much love.
"The party has arrived!" I heard Carlos' voice ring out through the house and ran out to the main hallway. Standing there was my family- Carlos, Brooke, Logan, Michelle, Kendall, Kyra, and my James.
"Hi guys!" I squealed as they enveloped me in a huge group hug. "Come on in, we're just planning. Just by chance, you wouldn't have brought any-"
Kendall held up a large take out bag. "We know you so well," he teased.
"Hey, we cook!" I laughed.
Logan raised an eyebrow at me. "You do...How about our Diamond boy?"
"Oh f-"
I coughed to remind James that his mom was in earshot. I pointed to Brooke and raised my hand higher, tilting my head to the kitchen. They all gave me confused looks. Idiots. I repeated my gesture.
"Other Brooke," I whispered. "Taller Brooke."
Logan suddenly looked at me with wide eyes. "His mom?"
I nodded but put my hands up so they would all calm down. I pointed to James. "You. Go...distract her or something. Let her have her little mother and son moment."
James rolled his eyes but went to the kitchen.
I clapped my hands together. "Ok guys, she's being really awesome right now and is actually helping us plan. I don't think it will be a problem if we're all together. We've just gotta cut down on the cursing and...special remarks."
"You mean sex jokes?" Brooke snickered.
I shot a look at her. "Exactly. Especially you."
Brooke blew a kiss in my direction, then hid her face in Carlos' neck. I laughed and had them follow me into the kitchen. James helped me grab more chairs from the basement and then we all sat around with the wedding plans scattered across the table in front of us.
I chewed on my lip as I looked around the table. "Um...why don't Brooke, Kyra, Michelle, Brooke, and I work on the dress and tuxes and decorations, and you boys get cracking on the music and food? Sound good?" James tossed the folder with the clothing designs to me and I smiled at him. "Alright ladies, we can sit in the living room."
James' mom looked down at her watch and then back up at me. "Actually, sweetheart, I think it's time I get going. I'll uh, come see you two later about the...other decision."
I nodded to show that I got her message. James tilted his head and stared at his mother. I made a face at him.
C'mon, James.
Ok now.
Now?
Now.
"OH! Oh ok, Mom."
Oh god, that took him long enough. I shook my head at him and he stood up to walk Brooke to the door with me. She gave us each a hug and kiss on the cheek before heading out. "I might just drop by tomorrow, if that's ok?"
"Sure. Sounds good. See you tomorrow, then."
James closed the door after she left and I jumped into his arms and wrapped my legs around his waist. I grabbed his face and peppered his forehead, cheeks, and nose with kisses, ending with a peck to his lips.
He laughed after I stopped. "Why?"
"She called me sweetheart!" I squealed. "She likes me, James! Your mom likes me!"
James kissed my nose. "Of course she does, baby girl." He carried me into the living room where they were now all sitting on the couch and floor.
Kyra let out a low whistle. "Should we leave?"
I rolled my eyes and James let go of me, so I slid down his front. "Kate," he growled in a low voice so none of them would hear. "Not a good idea, darling."
My eyes widened in realization of what I had just done. "Oh fuck. Sorry. You all good?"
James chuckled and nodded. "Fine. Just uh, don't pull that again."
"Save that for later?" I asked with a wink.
"Mm, or we could kick them out now."
I laughed and sat down next to Michelle. I draped an arm over her shoulder. "No thanks. I'll spend some time with my girls."
Brooke pointed back and forth between me and James. "Are you two gonna like, go at it right now or what?"
Michelle dropped her head and giggled and I slammed my face down onto the table to hide my red cheeks.
Carlos made a face at his girlfriend. "BROOKE WE'RE NOT GONNA HAVE ANY FRIENDS LEFT AT THE RATE YOU'RE GOING!"
