"Happy Days" part 16

Author's Note: Hey everyone! I hope ya'll are having a super holiday time. Ummm..this note is kinda important cuz it deals w/ the future of this story. I was trying to think about where I see this story going, and I personally do better with the angst then I do with the actual romance. Most of the couples are getting closer and are either together or almost together. I see this story as having two more chapters and an epilogue(which surprisingly I've already written). I want to finish this by the time school starts which is a week from today so the good news is, you can expect a lot of updates!!! If you want me to write another story or if you want to collaborate on a story, tell me. With track and school, I won't be able to update a lot, but I'll try my best. If you have any suggestions or ideas, email me smu57@hotmail.com, and like always leave tons of feedback!

"Liz, come out!" Isabel said slightly exasperated. She, Maria, and Liz were at the mall trying to find something to wear to Alex's party that night. Max made her take Liz, and at first she was really pissed off about it. Now that she and Liz had spent some time together, she actually thought she was nice and cool. "I don't want to." a meek voice uttered. "Come on, Liz," Maria said trying to coax her. "You'll look great. I mean you have a body to die for!" Finally the door opened slightly and Liz stuck her head out. "Ya'll won't laugh will you?" They shook their heads and watched amazed as Liz appeared looking gorgeous! She was dressed in a short black dress with a daring slit. It looked chick and fashionable yet elegant and classic. "It is perfect!" Maria exclaimed. "Ya you look super!" Isabel agreed.

A few minutes later, the trio left the boutique holding the shopping bag. "Max will die!" Isabel said giggling. She had helped pay for the dress. Technically it was Max, but still. She hoped Liz wasn't upset or embarrassed or something. "Really?" Liz asked laughing nervously. Everything about this night terrified yet excited her. "Will he really like it?" "Are you kidding?" Maria asked scoffing. "Now girls, Isabel and I need something just as hot as Liz's outfit!" They entered another dress shop that was privy and fashionable. "I'm looking for a dress that is kinda out there, but you know will look totally good on me," Maria said as she began looking on the first rack. "Isabel, this is so completely you," Maria said holding up a red spaghetti strap midriff top." "I like that," Isabel replied. "And I have a black leather skirt that would go with it."

Isabel went to the dressing room to try it on while Liz and Maria continued to look. "I think I'll try this on," Maria told Liz as she took a silk top with bright festive patterns on it. She went to the back to try it on as well. Both girls liked the outfits and paid for them. They then headed to the food court to have some ice cream.

Max pulled up to Liz's apartment complex feeling slightly nervous. He got out of the car to go to her door and pulled his leather jacket closer to his body. It was getting cool outside. He found her apartment among the others and knocked on the door. A second later she opened the door and stepped outside. Once Max saw her, he knew he had a reason to be nervous. She looked like a dream. She reminded him of his childhood fantasies of Audrey Hephurn. "You look gorgeous," he told her as they walked to his jeep. He opened her door and then proceeded to go to his side of the car and get in. He started the engine and knew it would take all the concentration in the world to drive the short distance to Alex's.

Maria was feeling slightly queasy. She told Michael about the party and hinted she wanted to go with him. He took the hint, and said he'd pick her up. She looked at her reflection in the mirror and tried to figure out why he liked her. She put on this whole air of having self-confidence, but in reality she was as scared and insecure as every other girl out there. The doorbell rang, and she gave one last glance in the mirror smiling a sad smile. She then grabbed her key and headed to the door. "Hey." she said as she closed the door behind her and welcomed the chilly breeze. "Hey." he replied completely in awe at her appearance.

Tess was wearing a blue mini dress that made her eyes sparkle more than usual. She applied glitter all over her back and neck. "I look good." she purred as she left her house to go to the Evan's. She and Isabel were going to the party together. She hoped Kyle would be there, though she knew he wouldn't. He wasn't invited to these types of things. She felt guilty for not inviting him, but she didn't want to lose her status..not even for Kyle.

She pulled into the Evan's driveway and got out. She didn't bother to knock. Instead she just walked in and spotted Isabel sitting on the couch. "Hon, you look incredible!" She exclaimed. "You too," Isabel replied smiling. Isabel didn't mind going with Tess. They usually went to these types of things together and then got together with guys at the party. She felt giddy about going to Alex's. Originally the party was going to be the night before after the football game, but Alex's parents decided not to leave until today, Saturday, so he moved the party.

Hope you liked it! The next part takes place at the party. Look up for the update on Thursday or Friday. I hope ya'll have a great New Year's Eve/Day. ~Liz~