Orange County, California
December 15, 2012; 10: 57 PM
Davis' Residence; Rooftop
BROOKE'S POV
"Hey Luke, how do you think will the Formal go tomorrow?"
"I think it will go perfectly fine. With you as our organizer, I'm sure everything will work out good. So don't worry, ok? At the eve of our Formal, just relax."
"Thanks. And you know what, I think you're right. I don't want to look too haggard tomorrow night, do I?"
"You'll never look haggard, Brooke. You are always beautiful, no matter what you look like," Lucas said as his hands cup my face. Once again, tingling sensations went down my spine as I felt the warmth his hands gave me.
"Stop it, Lucas. My cheeks are flushing already," I said as I removed his hands. The mere connection of our hands sent a bolt of electricity through my body. Could he have felt it too?
"It's true. Don't be embarrassed Brooke. It's not like this is the first time I have made you blush," he said with full sincerity.
"This is the first time you have made me blush, Lucas."
"Oh…don't worry. You deserve it all the compliments."
"Thanks."
"Hey Brooke, promise me one thing for tomorrow?"
"Anything."
"Save me a dance. In fact, save me your last dance for the night."
"What about 'the secret admirer?"
"Do what you have to do, just promise that I'll be the last person you'll be dancing with for the rest of the night."
Anyways, I hate to do this but I have to call it a night. I have to get my 'beauty sleep' already."
"Of course. Goodnight, Brooke," he said as he kissed my forehead.
"Night Luke."
Right now, I'm not even sure if I wanted to sleep. Wait, the more appropriate question is, will I be able to get some sleep after this? I just can't stop gushing about what had just happened.
Lucas is so sweet. Tonight, it's just us and us alone. All of our worries are temporarily left behind just to savor this moment, this moment that would not and could not happen in my wildest dreams, even though I really want it to.
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Orange County, California
December 16, 2012; 2: 34
Davis' Residence
BROOKE'S POV
"Hello, Brooke?" someone said on the other side of the telephone.
"Yah. Who's this?"
"It's Luke."
"Oh…Luke! Hi! What's up?"
"I told everyone to meet up at your house for the limo. Will that be alright?"
"Sure. What time will we be going to the Formal?"
"I guess we'll go to your house by 6: 30. Is that fine?"
"Definitely."
"Ok. Can't wait to see you."
"Same here. Bye Luke! See you later!"
"Bye!"
Oh shoot! It's almost 3: 00! I have to go get prepared!
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Orange County, California
December 16, 2012; 6: 27 PM
Davis' Residence
BROOKE'S POV
It's almost 6: 30 when I finished everything I have to do. Everybody's waiting for me downstairs, I think. I looked at myself at the mirror and thought I did a nice job at preparing for the Formal.
I sighed and said to myself as I went down to meet everybody, "Here goes nothing."
LUCAS' POV
I arrived at Brooke's house and saw everybody waiting for me. There was Haley, Nathan, Jake, and Peyton. I noticed that all their head were facing just in one direction. What is that they're looking at?
I hurriedly went inside and said,
"Hey guys, what are you---" I said, stopping at mid- sentence.
I have just seen the most beautiful girl there is in the world and she is standing right in front of me!
BROOKE'S POV
"Hi guys," I greeted nervously, hoping to hear that I don't look too bad.
When all I saw is blank faces and wide grins, I spoke up and said,
"So…what do you guys think?" God! The suspense is killing me!
"Wow! You look--" Haley said, being cut off by Lucas.
"Like a goddess." Lucas said in a daze.
"Thanks Luke. I was about to say dashing," Haley said sarcastically.
"Seriously, what do you guys really think? Too overdressed? Too much?"
"You look bitching," Peyton said, though I don't know if she's being serious or not.
"Thanks…I think," I said confusedly.
"I have to give to you Brooke, you really have some style."
"I agree and I'm so fortunate tonight to have a partner as beautiful as you are," Jake said.
"Thanks. For a moment there, I thought you guys didn't like any of it. And hey, I wore the brooch and the necklace my so- called secret admirer gave me."
"It looks really nice on you. Good thing I bought it," Lucas said.
"Bought it? You? What are you talking about?" I said.
"What? Umm…did I say I? I meant "he," it's a good thing your secret admirer bought those for you because they really suit you well."
"Oh…thanks Luke!"
"Guys, enough with the chit- chat and shower of compliments, alright? Can we just go to the Formal already?" Peyton demanded irritably.
"I think she's right. We'll probably be late if we don't go yet," I said, quite agreeing with Peyton.
Everyone proceeded to the limo. But Lucas stayed a little longer and whispered to me,
"I meant what I said earlier, you really look beautiful tonight. Even more beautiful."
"Thanks Luke. I know you meant it."
"And remember your promise?"
"Yup. Last dance for the night, with you."
"That's my girl."
"Yeah…yeah. Come on, they're waiting for us."
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Orange County, California
December 16, 2012; 7: 13 PM
Newport Gym
BROOKE'S POV
"Hey guys, listen up! I have a special treat for you tonight! We have a very special band who will play for us tonight! But before that, may I call on Mr. Lucas Scott and his band to pump up this party. Enjoy everyone!"
"ARE YOU READY TO ROCK THIS HOUSE TONIGHT?!" I said, as the crowd went loud and shouted.
"Alright! So tonight, we will play "Stolen" by Dashboard Confessional. This song is very special to me and is dedicated to the girl who has really stolen my heart. To those who know the song, sing with us or do whatever."
BROOKE'S POV
Lucas' band will be playing Stolen?! And it's dedicated to the girl he loves?! He's dedicating it to Peyton?! He's got to be kidding me! That's our song! He just can't play it for someone else just like that! He just can't!
I locked eyes with Lucas as he was onstage. And the minute I heard him say that, my eyes welled up with tears as the feeling of hurt washed over me. I immediately ran back to the doors of the gym and cried.
After a while, I didn't notice that the band has already finished playing. All I heard were footsteps that were heading to my direction. Though my vision is kinda blurry because of the tears, I am sure that it was Lucas. Gosh! The nerve of this guy!
"Lucas! What are you doing here?"
"Shouldn't I be asking you that question?"
"Stop playing games. What are you seriously doing here?"
"I came to check up on you. What happened? Why'd you run out? You know that song is special to the both of us."
"Really now?! Special to the both of us?! You have got to be kidding me!"
"What are you talking about?"
"If that song is so special to us, then why go on stage and play it for Peyton, huh?! Why?!"
"Peyton? Did you hear me say I dedicated that song to Peyton? Or did you just imply it?"
"You clearly stated that it was for the girl who has stolen your heart! And who has done that?! Peyton!"
"You got it all wrong, Brooke. You got it all wrong."
"Did I?! Did I?! If I was so wrong, then explain to me because I'm getting really confused here! One minute, you're so sweet and the next minute, you've gone cold! Tell me what is up!"
"I'll explain it to you. But right now, I believe you have to introduce the next band as your responsibility of being the host."
"You're right. But I will deal with this later! This has got to be done and about!"
"Yes Ma'am."
I left Lucas there, wiped my tears, and headed to the stage.
"DO YOU GUYS WANT SOME MORE?" I cheered as the crowd shouted.
"Ok. I'm sure you're all familiar with this band that'll be playing for us tonight. So, without further ado, give it up for the All American Rejects!"
I went down from the stage as I heard the crowd roared with lots of cheers and shouts. This will definitely be a blast!
I grabbed my purse off of a table and noticed that a rose was lying underneath it. I smelled the fragrant rose and opened the card that came with it,
Meet me at the middle of the dance floor later at 11PM. I summoning all the courage and confidence within me so I'll be able to face a very beautiful and precious girl that this world will ever have. Tonight, we will meet, Pretty Girl. You'll probably be surprised when we do, and you'll realize that it has always been me. We have spent lots of time together and met face to face, but after tonight, you'll realize that it has always been me all along, that one that has loved you and will love you for eternity.
With love,
Your Secret Admirer
P.S You look extra special tonight!
I folded back the note and placed it inside my purse. The truth is, whenever I read a note from this secret admirer, my stomach gives a little flip and I feel as though I have lots of butterflies in my stomach.
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Newport Gym; 10: 53 PM
BROOKE'S POV
By this time, the part is in full swing! Everybody's having a great time dancing and spending time with their friend. This night was extra special because, not only is it our Winter Formal, but it is also our last day before the holiday vacation. That's why everyone is not wasting any time and spending every minute there is to cherish this moment.
I noticed the time and realized that it's almost 11PM. It means that in a matter of minutes, I will be able to meet my secret admirer, the one who has been mysteriously sending me these gifts. I nervously made my way to the middle of the dance floor, in search of the "guy."
Just then, when the timing seemed right, when I felt like my secret admirer is just a few inches away from me, a voice behind me spoke up and asked,
"Brooke, can I have this dance?"
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AN: Thanks you so much for reading you guys! This is just PART 1 of the Winter Formal, part 2 is in the next chapter. Sorry it took a while for you to read this chapter. It also took me a little while to write this because I really want it to be special. More surprises and shockers up and ahead on the next chapters! Watch out!
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