Part Six: Fate
Chapter Seventeen: Anthony's Promise
Torrence moaned softly, unsure of where she was. All she could remember was Ariel taking her into the shadows. Her hand ran over a cold surface, and she vaguely wondered if she created an ice field beneath her.
Her eyes opened slowly, staring up into a lady's green eyes. Her dark hair was long and flowed around her. She smiled softly.
"Don't worry, Torrence. You're safe."
"You're a goddess…" Torrie whispered in awe.
The goddess stroked her hair softly. Torrence closed her eyes, then opened them again. The goddess was gone.
She sighed softly, then curled up on the surface she was laying upon, drawing her knees up to her chest. Why couldn't she remember anything? How long was she gone? Dry sobs racked at her body. She was so alone.
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Hailley got up close to Conrad, raising her arms above her head, bumping her hip against his inner thigh. He rested his hands on her waist, rubbing thumbs along her silky top. His pale hair flashed the same color as the lights.
Poor Torrence, she thought. I'm not going to let her stop my fun, though.
She took Conrad's hands, moving them further down until they rested on her ass. He smiled knowingly at her and gave it a squeeze. She giggled and moved closer to him. He kissed her softly on the cheek.
"We definitely need to do this more often," he whispered in her ear before kissing her other cheek.
"We should," she mumbled.
"I should have asked you awhile ago." He kissed her forehead this time.
She giggled when he pulled back. "You have glitter all over your lips."
"Then I guess you better get some off," he joked.
She placed her lips on his, pulling his head down. He kissed her eagerly, bringing her into him. She parted her lips, feeling a pleasant shock run through her body as he ran his tongue slowly across her. He moved his hands so that one was placed on the small of her back and the other behind her head.
He groaned into her mouth. "Hail…"
"Hm?"
"I shouldn't do this," he mumbled weakly.
She opened her green eyes wider. "Why? I mean, if it's the age difference—"
"It's not that. I…I have a girlfriend already," he admitted.
Hailley lifted one perfect eyebrow, then glanced at the dance floor as she stepped back. She wore a confused look as she stared into his handsome face. Conrad looked slightly guilty.
"What in hell? You have a girl, and you're coming onto me?" She yelled.
"Look, I'm—"
She placed both hands on his chest, pushing him. "God, you're seriously low."
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Auriella pushed into the club, fighting past the thick crowd of people in her way. The music was loud and pumping, the sounds of the lead singer angsty.
She was in a pair of blue jeans that laced up on the sides and a metallic pink halter. Her blonde hair was lavishly brushed and lay on her shoulders and against her back. She hadn't put on any make-up, something she rarely did. She didn't want to be dressed up. She wouldn't give him the wrong impression.
Ella danced her way onto the floor, feigning enjoyment, but she was nervous. She moved in, feeling everyone else's body heat. She felt Anthony slide up behind her, slipping his arms around her waist drawing her closer. She danced against him as his hands traveled over her bare stomach. He laughed in her ear, obviously hearing her thoughts.
"I'm glad you changed your mind!"
"What is it that you want from me?"
"I want to convert you to the dark side. But, I'll wait until I properly seduce you."
She turned, a quirky smile on her lips. "You are my enemy."
"Not like a Follower never tried."
"I don't know you."
"You do."
"How can I?" She implored.
"Admit it. When you first saw me, dea, you liked me. And don't lie to yourself with that football boy nonsense," he grumbled.
"It's not right…" She whispered.
"Nothing ever is."
He threaded his fingers through hers as they continued dancing. She knew him, but she didn't understand how.
I promised you, Auriella. And I don't care how long it takes.
"What did you promise me?" She murmured.
"What the hell!"
Gavin ripped Anthony away from her. He made to punch the Follower, but Anthony laughed and easily dodged the blow. Ella grabbed Gavin's arm, pulling it back.
"Gavin, stop!" She yelled, still holding his arm.
His black eyes fell harshly on her. "What are you doing with him?"
She set her mouth firmly, her blue eyes icy. "He happens to be Hailley's brother. Hail is my friend from Hollywood High. Anthony is visiting from her mother's. Hail wanted to be alone with her date, so I offered to keep Tony company so that she wouldn't get in trouble with her dad."
Gavin lowered his arm. "I'm sorry. I saw you with him, and I got crazy. You said you were staying home…"
"I know. I'm sorry, too. Can't you just take me home now?"
Anthony watched her closely, smiling arrogantly. Nice save, beautiful goddess.
Leave me alone, Anthony, she whispered in her mind without much conviction. Actually, she really didn't want him to go. She wanted to stay so bad, but she couldn't hurt Gavin.
