A Bittersweet Memory
A Few shout-outs before I begin:
adestiny- Thanks. I'm glad to hear you're enjoying the story. And don't worry, her song will be included.
Catwater- Well, in this story, she doesn't start out as a rock star, just as a normal teenager. You'll see towards the middle of the story, she'll be picking up a guitar.
Just Plaine Insane and Alucard Hemlock- Thanks for your reviews. And just to give you a little bit of info, Vlad has some of his thoughts focused on Ember, but more of his mind is thinking about a certain someone else...if you catch my drift...
And, I don't own the lyrics to the song "Forever"...they soley belong to John Stamos. I just thought it'd be the perfect song for Ember and Vlad.
I dunno if this counts as a dead-end giveaway, but Towards the middle of the story, a certain time ghost...Clockwork will appear. Gotta love that big lug.
And now, introducing...
Chapter 5
Ember closed her eyes, counting down the minutes when Vlad would arrive to pick her up. This has to be a dream...it's too good to be real, she thought.
6:59...
The doorbell rang just then. "I got it!" she called.
She took a deep breath and opened the door. A smile crossed her face as she looked Vlad over. He was dressed in a silky black tuxedo with a dark red tie. Despite his wild black hair, he still looked handsome in her opinion.
Vlad couldn't help but smile back as he studied his date. A sexy, strapless, silky black dress with silver sequins, long black gloves... "Ready, Embs?" he asked softly, holding out his hand for hers.
Ember simply nodded, accepting his hand. He led her down the steps towards the Masters family car, a simple black oldsmobile. "It's not much," he smiled, sheepishly.
"It doesn't matter, Vlad," Ember smiled back.
He opened the door and allowed her to climb in first before getting in himself. His father eyed them from the mirror. "Maddie's still refused to go with you, son?" he asked, a smirk on his face.
Vlad closed his eyes and kept silent. He turned his head and stared out the window. Who is this Maddie I keep hearing about? Ember wondered.
Casper High-Dance Hall
Nora Wakeman stood by the stage and chatted with Maddie while watching Jack stuff his face with fudge. "Don't you ever get tired of him, Maddie?" she asked, softly.
"Nope. He's just a big softy once you get to know the real Jack Fenton," Madie replied, smiling brightly.
"Frosty?" Jack repeated, leaning in on the conversation. "I don't see a Frosty..."
Nora groaned and shook her head. "Now, Jack. We weren't talking about frosties, we were just talking about you," Maddie smiled, giggling a little.
"Really? All good stuff, I hope!" He smirked.
"Oy," Nora muttered, straightening her glasses.
The doors opened just then, revealing a lovely looking couple standing in the doorway. "I-Is that Vlad Masters and Ember McLain?" Maddie asked, a bit surprised.
"What do you know! It is! Hey, V-Man! Over here!" Jack hollered.
Ember and Vlad looked at each other and shrugged, walking over their friends. "Wow, Ember, you look lovely," Maddie complimented, studying her dress.
Ember smiled back and stared at her own dark purple dress with sparkles over the front side. "I like your dress, too...uh–"
"Oh, I'm sorry! My name's Maddie. And of course, you know Nora and Jack."
She nodded her hello to them and glanced over at Vlad. He had his gaze cast downwards. "Wow, V-man, you're looking sharp tonight!" Jack complimented.
"Well, tonight's a very special night for me and Ember, Jack," was his cold reply.
There was a short silence following that. "Riiggghhhtt..."
Vlad kept his gaze on the floor until a slow song started playing.
If every word I said
could make you laugh
I'd talk forever
I'd asked the skies
Just what we had
Oohh, It showed forever
If the song I sing to you
Filled your heart with joy
I'd sing forever
He glanced over at Ember and smiled. "May I have this dance, Ember?" he asked, softly.
"Yes..." She couldn't help but smile as she took his arm and they led each other to the dance floor.
Forever, Forever
I've been so happy loving you
Ember smiled as they danced, their feet moving with grace to the beat of the song. She let out a sigh and rested her head against his chest, closing her eyes.
Let the love I have for you
Live in your heart
And be forever
Forever, Forever
I've been so happy loving you
(Musical stanza)
If every word I said
Could make you laugh
I'd talk forever
Forever, forever
I'll be so happy loving you
The music came to a stop and the couple looked at each other with a dreamy look in their eyes. Vlad leaned closer and kissed her, gently at first, then more passionately. "I love you, Vlad," Ember whispered, leaning against him.
"I love you, too, Ember," Vlad whispered, holding her close as the dance hall suddenly erupted in thunderous applause...for...
For them?
Ember looked confused as Principal Hathaway walked over to them with a huge smile on her face. She turned to the announcer and nodded her head.
"This years's new Casper High's Senior Prom's King and Queen, ladies and gentlemen, Vlad Masters and Ember McLain!"
"Go on, you two," the principal urged as their classmates cheered them on.
Vlad glanced down at Ember as they made their way to the stage and accepted their crowns. Tonight was truly a very special night for the both of them.
2 be continued...
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