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I would like to thank all of you for your reviews. It is nice to see that I am starting a little fan club and that all my readers are enjoying my work. I try to write what I think would make the best plot twists. I love the fact that no one really knows for sure if Sarah is good or bad (not even Christopher). I hope that the many twists fit your reading interests and that the next story I write is as great as this one. I send my eternal love to all of my readers. -Nicolett

Now on with Chapter 7...

A Night to Remember

The sun hadcovered the Earth like a blanket warming a small child. Lily was the first to wake up and went to the living room to seeif Nissa and Christopher had awoken. Lily was happy that Nissa was awake but then she looked at Christopher and, sadly, he was still asleep.

"I am going to take a shower and get dressed. I think you should do the same, we still have those books and records to sort. Before we go to the library do you want to pick up some pig's blood with me? We are running low and we can put it in the fridge at the library," said Lily as she divided her attention between her friends.

She really didn't want to stop looking at Christopher. To her, he looked so peaceful and so calm that she didn't want to let that image out of her head.

"Yea sure, it would make a nice lunch. I think we should let Christopher stay here for the day. He looks pretty tired and it would be good if he got his rest," said Nissa hoping that the excuse would satisfy Lily.

"Okay...that sounds like a good idea. He does look tired but I think you should leave him a note so he won't worry," said Lily as she walked to her bathroom.

"Is she gone?" whispered Christopher as he tossed over a little.

"Yes she is. I will keep her out as long as I can and before we leave the library I will call you. Whatever you are planning I hope you make it a night to remember," said Nissa as she thought of what Christopher was capable of doing.

"You know how I am sis. It will be perfect and thanks a lot for helping me out. Just make sure when you come home that she goes to the backyard.I really owe you big time," he said as he turned towards the couch and closed his eyes.

"Don't worry about it," said Nissa as she went to the other bathroom.

At the library...

"So what is going on between you and Christopher?" said Nissa as she pushed a book into its appropriate spot on the shelf.

"To tell you the truth...I really don't know. I had a crush on him since he first walked in the door. I couldn't even speak when he asked me, 'what kind of library this was.' He is something, Nissa."

"I know, he is my brother. So how was the kiss you two shared?"

Lily paused for a bit to reflect and blushed," I have three words to describe that kiss...better than amazing!"

They looked at each other and laughed a bit. Nissa knew that what Lily said was sincere and she knew that there was definitly something between her and Christopher.

Back at Lily's house...

Christopher was in the backyard making sure that everything he had done was perfect for what he was about to do.

Ring. Ring.

Christopher answered the phone, "hello?"

"Hey Christopher, we are about to leave the library. I hope everything is ready for her. She is coming see you in 10 minutes. Later." said Nissa as she hung up on him.

Christopher ran around making all the necessary adjustments.

He let out a sigh of relief and said to himself, "I hope Lily likes what I have done for her tonight."

He fixed his outfit and made his way to the middleof the backyard steps. Christopher couldn't wait until he saw the look on Lily and Nissa's faces.

Christopher heard the brakes on Lily's car and anticipated the moment he saw her pretty face. He then heard the car doors close and the door to the house slam shut.

Here they come.

As Nissa promised she got Lily to the backyard. Lily, as well as Nissa, were in shock when they saw Christopher all dressed up. He was wearing a black suit with a blood red shirt underneath. He was standing there with a single white rose for Lily.

Christopher walked up the stairs and and greeted Lily with the rose, "this is for you and I have something else for you. Please follow me."

"I will leave the two of you alone," Nissa said as she disappeared back into the house and made it to a window, so she could see what was going on.

Christopher took Lily's hand as they walked down the steps until they got to the bottom. The backyard looked so beautiful, like it was out of a fairy tale. He had put candelabras around the perimeter, hung red-black-white candles from the green ash trees, also hung white Christmas lights on the fence, and in the middle of it all were red plush pillows that formed a square. There was a black canopysuspended over the pillows, by magic. In the center of the pillows was a black table covered with a chocolate picnic. There were chocolate covered strawberries (vanilla, milk chocolate, and dark chocolate), boxes made out of chocolate, and other sorts of shapes. On top of the stack of boxes was a strawberry chocolate one. There were spriges of mint throughout the table. It was a sight that made Lily think that she was the luckiest girl in the world.

He gesturedher to sit inside the canopy and on top of the pillows. Lily sat down and looked at him as he disappeared for a bit. Christopher had returned with two champagne glasses and a chilled bottle of strawberry wine.

"Would you like some wine?" asked Christopher as he put the glasses on the table.

"I would love to," said Lily as she smiled like the Kool-aid sponsor.

The two of them ate the chocolate, and every so often fed it to one another. They hadn't talked for the rest of the night until Christopher had something to show Lily. He left once again and came back with an easel that had a white cloth covering it.

"I painted this for you," said Christopher as he took of the cloth.

It was a painting of the two of them dancing in the backyard. They looked as if they were about to kiss and someone took a picture to preserve the moment. She was wearing a red dress (like a ballroom one) that faded to black with classy black heels. Her hair was in loose curls, half up and half down. He was wearing the same exact outfit he had on that night.

"Oh Christopher, it is beautiful," said Lily as she hugged him.

He whispered in her ear, "I have one more surprise for you, Lily."

Christopher left for the last time and returned with a garment bag. Lily unzipped the bag while he held it. It had contained the dress and shoes that were in the picture.

"Will you wear it tonight? For me?" said Christopher in a warm and loving voice.

"Of course I will be right back," said Lily as she went up the stairs and into the house.

In the house...

"Nissa can you please curl my hair while I put this dress on?" frantically asked Lily.

"Sure..."

They had managed to make Lily look even more beautiful. Nissa looked at Lily with a smile and said, "whatever you do please...don't hurt him."

"I won't," said Lilyas she hugged Nissa and made her way to Christopher.

Outside...

Lily made her way down the stairs and saw Christopher looking at her every move. He looked at her with such love and compassion as Lily did before they kissed.

She finally made her way to him and he said, "compared to you this painting is nothing but rubbish."

Lily blushed as she thought about what he just said. At the clap of his hands, Christopher made violinists appear.

"May I have this dance?" asked Christopher as he took Lily's hand.

"Yes."

They danced for a while and could do nothing but stare into each other's eyes. The moon had reflected off thier eyes showing the twinkle in them.

"Lily, you are the only one I wish to have in my life right now. Will you be my beau?" asked Christopher as he pulled out a Claddagh ring. The stone was red and the rest of the ring was white gold. It looked amazing when it shined under the moonlight.

She took her hand and put it under his chin to raise it so he would look at her.

"Nothing would make me happier then to be your girl," she said as she saw him smile and put the ring in her right ring finger (crown out to show her heart is taken).

They smiled and slowly moved their lips towards one another. This time the kiss had more feeling then the first one had. It was a sign that they really did want to be together. So much love and passion was put into it that it lasted longer then the one before. Soon they detached their lips and resumed to dance.

"I wish this night would never end," said Lily as she put her head on Christopher's chest.

"It will always be in our hearts so it could never end just replay itself."

Author:
I have to admit I put myself into this chapter. The whole red, black, and white theme and the whole romance of it all is something I fantasize about having. The Claddagh ring is the exact one I wish to have one day. I hope you enjoyed this romantic chapter and please review to let me know if the story is going good. Remember there maybe another twist in the text.