Pledging a sorority while juggling school, friends, and a potential love interest is not easy. I have somehow managed to split my time evenly for all of it though. I have spent time with Rusty and Rebecca and Ashleigh and Casey when they aren't too busy. I love my big sis!

I have had some one on one time with Uncle Josh which is great. I have hung out with the other ZBZs and the KTs too. I am actually doing very well in all my classes and doing well with my pledge duties. I manage to call my family back home once a week. And on top of all of that I still have time to spend with Cappie.

Ashleigh says, "Ok ladies run the dance one more time." So currently we are practicing our dance we have to do for the Omega Chi's. We have to do this awful dance to invite them to our date function. I have an agreement with Frannie I can bring Cappie if we only stay for twenty minutes. Which works out because Cappie also has a date function that night.

Frannie is only letting him come because she knows I won't go with anyone else and she doesn't want me to be alone. I'm a pledge so I have to go, but she doesn't want Cappie there for long because she thinks he'll cause problems. We came to the twenty minute compromise to avoid problems.

Cappie and I haven't gone on our first date yet. We hang out a lot still and we're working on planning our date, but we have both been really busy with Greek stuff and school. We are trying to find a day before the date functions to have our first date so we don't have to count that as our first date.

My thoughts are interrupted by Casey saying, "Ok that's it for tonight pledges. Remember to grab your outfits on your way out. Do your hair and makeup as we told you to in the morning and meet us here at 8am. You may go." Not what I wanted to be doing after a full day of classes, but I powered through anyway.

I run up to mine and Rebecca's room and change into a pair of black ripped skinny jeans and a dark blue shirt with the rose from Beauty and the Beast on it. I slip into my lacey dark blue wedges than grab my phone as I leave the room. As I am walking out I run into Rebecca. She says, "Where are you off to?"

I smile and say, "To meet Cappie we are going to try to set a time for a first date before the date function."

She rolls her eyes and says, "You guys are nauseating. Have fun." I just laugh and wave to her as I go. Rebecca and I have hung out enough now that I can say she is honestly one of my new best friends. Her, Rusty, Ashleigh, Casey, Uncle Josh, and of course Cappie are like the best, best friends I could ask for. They have been so helpful and amazing since I got here.

I do think of my old friends from time to time. I hope they are all doing ok. I am still not in a place where I want to talk to them, but I still want the best for them. I hope they have an amazing freshman year I like I have so far.

When I am exiting the house I hear Frannie say, "Tell Cappie if you miss tomorrow I will actually kill him."

I nod and say, "Ok Frannie I will let him know." I see her nod as I close the door behind me. I think she really means that. She can be scary at times. I enjoy a nice walk to the KT house it is a beautiful night tonight.

When I get inside I see Rusty is here too. I hear Cappie say, "What the library burn down?"

I guess Rusty just got here. I say, "Cappie be nice."

He smiles and takes his arm from around Rusty and walks over to me. He says, "There's my sunshine! How was rehearsal?" He puts his arm around me and pulls me close as he says it.

I say, "It was ok I guess. You know I'm not looking forward to tomorrow. Frannie told me to tell you if I miss tomorrow she will actually kill you."

He looks offended for a second trying to pretend he wouldn't actually do something like that. I just gave him a look and he dropped the fake offended act. We both know he would do something if it meant keeping me away from the Omega Chi's. But I also know he knows I can take care of myself and I will.

Cappie says, "Fine I won't do anything to keep you from the invite thing tomorrow."

I smile and say, "Don't forget we have to go to the ZBZ date function thing for twenty minutes before we can head over to yours. I have to go, so Frannie and I negotiated for a long time for me to be able to bring you so please don't acknowledge any Omega Chi's so you have no reason to fight with anyone."

He smiles down at me and says, "I will be on my best behavior. I know how important this is to you Riley." I smile up at him and tip toe to kiss him softly. I hear a throat clear and turn to see Rusty giving us a look.

I smile shyly and say, "So what are you doing here on a school night Rusty?"

Rusty says, "I finished tonight's problem set in record time. So I'm, I'm here to let loose." He is adorable. Let loose. Most people just say hang out.

Cappie says, "You're in luck. My sandwich, my sunshine and I were just about to watch the last half of the game. Care to join us?"

I say with a smile, "Why wasn't I asked before you decided for me?"

Cappie laughs and says, "I'm sorry Sunshine. Would you like to watch the last half of the game with us?" Watching the game with my friend and my hopefully potential boyfriend does sound fun.

I smile and say, "I would love to Cappie."

Rusty says, "I'm in too."

Cappie says, "Alright let's do it."

We walk into the living room to see people making out on the floor. It is clear that soon they will be doing more than making out. I have had the talk with my parents and I am on birth control as a precaution for when I start having sex. I haven't done it yet and I don't feel ready to. Cappie knows this and he is actually ok with it. He said we will go at my pace and that there is no rush. He is such a good guy.

Cappie says, "Zoinks. Looks like we are gonna have to wait about twelve minutes. Game of pool?" I have walked into scenes like this in the KT house before so I am used to it. I guess Rusty isn't yet because he continues to stare.

Cappie slaps Rusty's face very lightly and Rusty slightly comes out of his trance and says, "Sure." We head over to the pool table to see the same thing happening there that is happening in the living room. Guys you have rooms for a reason.

Cappie says, "Well, it looks like you pledges are gonna have to steam clean that later."

I move to stand by the stairs because I know Cappie very well by now and I know what happens next. Cappie makes his way over to me and quietly says, "Want to go upstairs and talk about our date than make out?" Knew that was coming, I just nod at him. I feel for Rusty, but this isn't a safe place to hang out tonight.

Rusty says, "What, is everyone hooking up tonight?" Right as he says this Cappie kisses me lightly and then starts to lead me up the stairs.

I say, "Not everyone. We can stay and hang out if you want us to Rusty." I pause for a second to talk to Rusty. Rusty and I have also hung out enough for me to consider him one of my best friends. Like with Rebecca and my other new besties, Rusty and I know just about everything there is to know about each other.

He shakes his head and says, "No, you guys go have fun." Cappie begins leading me up the stairs again.

Before we make it out of eye sight I say, "Try finding Uncle Josh. Maybe he's bored too. Or Calvin." After I say that we just make our way to Cappie's room.

Once we are inside Cappie's room he says, "So I was thinking about our first date and I was thinking maybe we could go tomorrow?"

I smile and say, "Ok where are we going?"

He smiles and says, "It's a surprise. Do you trust me?" If it were anyone else asking me after what happened with my old friends I would say no, but Cappie isn't just anyone.

I say, "Yes, I do. So I can't know where, can you tell me a time and what I should wear?"

He nods and says, "7 and whatever you want to wear. It won't be fancy, but you can dress fancy if you want." He is really sweet. I really like Cappie and I have never known anyone like him.

I smirk at him and say, "Now that we have talked about the date you have about forty-five minutes until I have to head back to the ZBZ house what ever could we do in that time?"

He smirks back and says, "This." He then playful tackles me back on his bed where we start to kiss. We didn't make out for the whole forty-five minutes, but we did for at least half of it. The rest we spent going over our date functions. That night is going to be another planned sleep over night.

When the forty-five minutes were up Cappie decides he'll walk me back to the ZBZ house. He claims it was to watch out for me because it is late, but I know it was really so we could spend more time together. We spent the walk just holding hands and talking about everything we could think of. I just love talking to Cappie it is so nice.

Once we get to the ZBZ house he walks me to the door and says, "Good night Sunshine."

I smile up at him and say, "Good night Cap." He kisses me gently and then I head inside while he heads back down the steps and towards the KT house. I make my way upstairs and to the room I share with Rebecca.

When I get there I see she is still awake. She says, "How did it go with Cappie?"

I smile and say, "We finally set a time for our date it's tomorrow at 7."

Rebecca shoots up from her laying down position and basically shouts, "What! Really?"

Before I can answer Ashleigh rushes into the room and says, "Is everything ok? I heard shouting."

Rebecca nods and says, "Yes, your little sis was just about to tell about the plans her and Cappie set up for their first date tomorrow."

Ashleigh turns to me immediately and says, "Spill."

I smile and say, "All I know is that it is tomorrow at 7. Cappie wants to surprise me. He said it's nothing fancy and that I can wear whatever I wanted to. He even said if I want to dress fancy I could. It was so cute."

Rebecca looks skeptical as she says, "Are you sure you can trust Cappie with planning your first date?"

I smile softly and say, "You know he asked me if I trust him tonight. I didn't even have to think about it before I told him that I do trust him. I think he will plan something amazing and I will love whatever it is because Cappie put in thought and effort to plan it for me. No one has ever done that before."

Ashleigh smiles and says, "I'm sure he will plan something great. You tend to bring out the best in Cappie."

I smile and say, "You know I think he brings out the best in me too."

The three of us spend a little while longer just talking about Cappie and me, trying to decide what I should wear tomorrow, and talking about which two outfits I should wear to the two date functions I have to go to Friday. We also talked about what they should wear to the date function. After a while we decide to go to bed. Tomorrow is a big day; I am not looking forward to the first part of the day.

The next morning Rebecca and I get up and get ready quickly. We are dressed in our skimpy outfits with our dresses over them. My dress is light purple and I love it. We meet up with the rest of the sorority than head over to the Omega Chi house.

Once both the Omega Chi's and the ZBZ's were on the front lawn of the Omega Chi house Casey says, "Brotherhood of Omega Chi Delta. The sisterhood of Zeta Beta Zeta would like to introduce our new pledge class!" She blows her little whistle thing. Rebecca shoots me a quick annoyed look then we both look forward and sing our cutesy song.

I unfortunately got put in front. Frannie says Rebecca and I represent ZBZ best. Not sure why and I didn't ask for details. Frannie will tell us why when she wants to. We do the little cutesy dance to go with the song. Then the music begins and we rip off our dresses. I'm not completely comfortable with this, but no one said being in a sorority was easy.

We continue to dance than make our way over to the fraternity guys we are suppose to dance on one, but I flat out refused. Frannie and Casey conceded that they couldn't make me so they told me to get as close as I felt comfortable. I danced slightly in front of them, but not close enough where anyone could touch me.

I glance over at Rebecca and see her dancing on Evan. This thing with her and Casey seems like it'll never end. Suddenly and early the music stops, thank God. Casey must have noticed Rebecca dancing on Evan. Casey says, "Back in formation pledges." Casey and Rebecca have a stare down as we get back in formation.

Ashleigh says, "Omega Chi Delta the sisterhood of Zeta Beta Zeta would like to offer you the privilege of mixing with us Friday night!"

Evan says, "Well, men, what do you think?"

No surprise the sleazy boys in the group scream, "Yeah!" And begin to cheer. Gross.

Evan says, "I believe that's a yes."

Ashleigh says, "Than I guess we'll see you Friday night!"

Once that is done I grab my dress and go to Casey and say, "Casey I need to head over to the KT house to remind them they have a house meeting. Can I go now please?"

She just smiles at me and says, "Yes you can. I know this made you uncomfortable, but thank you for being here. You did great. You don't need to stay anyway these girls are trying to get a date for the mixer you already have one."

I smile and say, "Yeah I do. Well I better hurry I still need to change." With that I head back to the ZBZ house and change into denim shorts and a green incredible hulk tank top. I put on my black converse and I am ready to go.

Once I get there Ferret comes to me and says, "Riley I need help." This cannot end well.

I say, "What do you need Ferret?" He looks up and I see the problem. I say, "Who's Sarah?"

He says, "That's part of the problem I don't know I thought maybe you might have been here when I met her."

I shake my head and say, "No sorry. I was here when you met Tiffany, Rebecca, Britney and Chelsea, but no Sarah."

He sighs and says, "Thanks anyway Riley."

I nod and say, "I'm sure someone will remember her." He nods and walks away.

I see Cappie and head over to him. He says, "Sunshine what are you doing here?"

I smile and tell him, "Reminding you about your house meeting that is supposed to start in ten minutes."

Cappie smiles and says, "I actually remembered this time. Josh is getting everyone together now and Rusty has all the notes for the meeting."

Before I can say anything Ferret comes over and says, "Cappie I have a problem." He looks up and shows Cappie.

Cappie says, "I'm assuming you don't know who Sarah is? We have talked about not letting each other get strangers names, faces, or body parts tattooed on us. Sunshine any clues?"

I shake my head and say, "No he already asked me. I have not seen or heard of a Sarah."

Cappie sighs and says, "We'll bring it up at the meeting. Hopefully someone knows her." Ferret nods and walks away.

I say, "Why am I not surprised this is an actual problem plaguing you guys? Do you or Uncle Josh have any tattoos like that?"

He laughs and says, "Surprisingly no. We both haven't had the urge to get tattooed when we are drunk. Not to say it won't happen one day, it just hasn't happened yet." I just laugh these boys are crazy.

I say, "Do you want me to go up to your room while you guys have your meeting or go back to the ZBZ house and I'll see you for our date later?"

Cappie says, "Just join us for our meeting. It'll be fun."

I roll my eyes and say, "I don't know I already know one topic of discussion and only you would think that is fun." He just laughs and drags me towards where everyone is gathered for the meeting.

When we get to where everyone is I sit down next to Uncle Josh. Poor Rusty is standing there covered in sticky notes. When Cappie said Rusty had the notes for the meeting I really should have guessed it would be something like this. Cappie starts with just basic stuff that they need to go over. And reminding everyone of the very few rules that they have in the KT house which led to what Ferret told us earlier.

Cappie says, "So if anyone knows who Sarah is, please let Ferret know. Also we have established that Riley does not know Sarah so don't ask her." He shows everyone the tattoo on Ferret's neck. It does not look like anyone knows Sarah.

Cappie goes on, "All right, next item on the agenda." He pulls a sticky note off Rusty and says, "D. Func. Fri? Does anybody know what that means?"

I roll my eyes and say, "Date function Friday Cappie. Remember?"

Cappie nods and says, "That's it! Our first date function of the year is Friday. That gives you nutbags three days to find a date. Now pledges don't worry, you won't be judged by how hot your date it. Mm-hmm." Cappie and the guys all laugh at that. Cappie goes on, "We prefer the term evaluated. I of course already have the hottest date."

The guys keep laughing and I shoot Cappie a look he doesn't notice. When he does he comes over to me and says, "What?"

I roll my eyes and tell him, "I'm evaluating if I want to be your date now."

He smiles softly at me and says, "It was just a joke sunshine. No one there could possibly have a date as beautiful as mine anyway." I smile at him and kiss him softly.

Uncle Josh pushes Cappie off me and says, "Dude that is still my niece and I am sitting right here. Stop it." Cappie and I just laugh.

Cappie goes back to the front of everyone and continues the meeting. Poor Rusty looks so freaked out and has since they announced the date function. I better check on him later, maybe I can help him find a date.

After the meeting Cappie and I go get lunch. We sit on the outside patio of where we got lunch and talk for about an hour. After lunch we decide to go our separate ways. He said he is going to start setting up stuff for our date and I need to go check on Rusty then start getting ready for our date.

I text Rusty and ask him where he is. He texts back that he is in his room. I make my way over to his dorm. When I get there I knock on the door. I hear Rusty say, "Come in."

When I step inside I see Rusty lying on his bed staring at the ceiling. This cannot be a good thing. I ask, "What's wrong Rusty?"

He continues staring at the ceiling as he says, "The date function is Friday and there is no way I could possibly get a date for it. I have never even been on a date."

I smile softly at him and say, "Rusty you can and will get a date. I'll help you find one; we can spend tomorrow looking for your date."

Rusty finally looks at me and say, "I don't know Riley it is embarrassing having get help to find a date."

I say, "Well we'll still hang out tomorrow and if you want me to help you find a date than I will and if you don't want me to then I won't."

He smiles and says, "Thank you Riley. You are a really good friend." I smile back, but before I can respond Rusty's phone dings. He checks it and says, "I have to go. Cappie requires the pledges help to set up your date."

I smile and say, "I really can't wait to see what he has planned. Alright Rusty I will see you later and you better let me know if you need anything. I'm off to get ready for my date." I give Rusty a quick hug than head back to the ZBZ house.

When I got to the room my room Rebecca, Ashleigh, and Casey were there. I say, "Hey! What are you guys up to?"

Ashleigh says, "We are here to help you get ready for your big date!"

Rebecca nods and says, "So go shower quickly."

Casey says, "We are going to lay out some outfits for you to pick from while you shower."

I smile and say, "Thank you! You are the best sisters ever!"

They all smile back and Rebecca says, "We know. Now go shower." I did not need to be told again I grabbed my bra, my underwear, and my robe then headed off to shower. I took a normal amount of time in the shower. I have plenty of time to get ready, no need to rush. After my shower I went ahead and brushed my teeth then headed back to the room.

When I returned to my room the girls had outfits set out like they promised they would. There were three sun dresses to choose from one was purple, one was light blue, and one was light grey. When the girls see me Rebecca says, "Pick a dress we have everything planned for each one."

I laugh and say, "The purple one."

They all nod and Ashleigh guides me to the vanity in the room. Once I sit down she says, "Ok I am going to do your hair, Rebecca is going to do your makeup, and Casey is going to paint your names. Casey is going to do your nails while I do your hair so they have time to dry."

I nod and say, "Thank you again guys! This means so much to me." They assure me that they are excited to do this too. Ashleigh starts blow drying my hair while Casey begins to paint my nails a pale pink.

After Ashleigh finishes blow drying my hair she begins to curl it. Casey has finished my nails and they are almost dry. As they are getting me ready we just talk and have fun. My phone starts to ring so I say, "Rebecca can you check to see who that is?"

She nods and looks at my phone. She says, "It's your mom."

I ask, "Can you answer it and put it on speaker phone?"

She nods and does as I asked her to. I say, "Hello!"

Mom responds, "Hey Riley!"

My dad chimes in and says, "I'm here too!"

I smile and say, "Hey dad!"

Mom says, "Hey sweetheart what are you up to?"

I smile and say, "Getting ready for my first date with Cappie!"

My mom squeals which was a little surprising, but my dad squealing not so much. My mom says, "That is so exciting what are you guys going to be doing?"

I say, "I don't know he's surprising me. I do know it isn't going to be fancy, it's at 7, and that he needed all the pledges help to set it up."

My dad says, "You just make sure he knows your Uncle Shawn, Uncle Eric, and I will pay him a visit if he hurts you."

I roll my eyes and say, "You can't take him dad. You would send in Uncle Shawn who might stand a chance and Uncle Eric would just be weird until Cappie got uncomfortable and left."

Dad says, "He doesn't know that darling." I just roll my eyes at my poor, sweet, and gullible father.

Mom says, "We are so happy that you are happy sweetheart! Call us on our next scheduled phone day and tell us all about your date! And we'll talk about your classes and your friends too like every week! I love you Riley!"

Dad says, "I love you too Riley!"

I smile and say, "I love you guys! Say bye to my friends!"

Mom says, "Bye!"

Dad says, "Bye Riley's friends!"

Casey, Rebecca, and Ashleigh say, "Bye Mr. and Mrs. Matthews."

After I got off the phone with my parents Rebecca says, "Your parents are so adorable."

I smile and say, "I know they are kind of awesome." We all just laugh. The call went on for a bit so it was no surprise to see Ashleigh is almost done with my hair. It just took her a few more minutes to finish.

Rebecca started my makeup as soon as my hair was finished. My nails are now dry which is good. Rebecca is missing her calling she is so good with makeup. She took her time to make sure it was flawless. At least that's what she told me.

She did a smokey eye shadow with purple and dark grey eye shadow, light pink blush, black eyeliner, black mascara, and pink lip stain. She did any amazing job. I say, "Thank you guys for all your help! You guys did amazing!"

Ashleigh says, "We're not done yet. Casey and I are going to help you get into your dress without messing up your hair and makeup and Rebecca is going to get you shoes to go with the dress."

True to their word Casey and Ashleigh helped me into the dress. No damage happened to my hair or my makeup. Rebecca came in with grey strappy wedges and I put them on. Finally, I put on deodorant and perfume.

Rebecca says, "Wait let me add just a little shimmer powder."

When Rebecca finished I looked in the mirror we kept in our room and I couldn't be happier with how I looked. I say, "Thank you again guys I love my date look!"

They smile and Casey says, "It was no problem we had fun and you look amazing!"

Before I can say anything else I hear Frannie say, "Riley there is someone here to see you."

I check my phone and sure enough it is 7 on the dot. I smile as I grab my purse and my phone, then I check myself one more time in mirror before heading downstairs to meet Cappie.

Ashleigh says, "Have fun little sis!"

Casey says, "Be careful!"

Rebecca says, "I want all the details tomorrow! If the date sucks I will kick his ass!"

I just smile and say, "Thanks guys! See you later!"

When I get downstairs I see Cappie standing there with a bundle of purple roses which are my favorite flowers. I smile and say, "You remember my favorite flower?"

He smiles back and says, "I remember everything about you sunshine." I almost squeal over how sweet Cappie is.

Frannie actually smiles at Cappie and if I'm being honest I think it is actually causing her pain to see the sweet side of Cappie and to be nice to him. Frannie says, "Here I'll take your flowers and have Rebecca put them in your room."

I say, "Thank you Frannie. I'll see you later." I hand her the flowers and then take Cappie's offered hand. He leads me out of the ZBZ house. We don't walk for very long before we get to the KT house. I know if Rebecca were here she'd go off for him bringing me here and not even wait to see what we are doing, but I know Cappie better. He set up something really cool, I know it.

He led me through the silent and empty KT house to the backyard. Set up in the backyard are beautiful lights, a purple swing set, a sheet hanging up, and a picnic basket on a pretty purple blanket. I smile and ask, "What is all this Cappie?"

He smiles at me and says, "This is a night of all your favorite things. Your favorite color is purple, your favorite flowers are purple roses, your favorite thing to play on at the park is the swing set, I have all your favorite food in the basket, your favorite ice cream inside, and the sheet is set up so we can watch your favorite movie using that projector back there. Your favorite movie being Beauty and the Beast."

I tear up a little as I say, "You remember all of the things we've talked about?"

He smiles softly at me and says, "I remember every conversation we have ever had and I will always remember them." He continues, "Let's start on the swing set. Pick a swing and I'll push you."

I smile and say, "Ok!" I sit in on a swing and Cappie begins to push me. He pushed me gently at first than start pushing me really high. It was so much fun. While I was swinging we just talked about how our days were. It was really nice. I can talk to Cappie about anything.

After I had been swinging for a while Cappie says, "Ok now it's time for your favorite food and favorite movie." I go and sit over on the blanket while Cappie goes over to the projector. I pull out all of my absolute favorite foods from the basket. I am so amazed how much Cappie remembers of our conversations.

We watch my favorite movie while we eat dinner then dessert and we even have my favorite ice cream like he said. We talk and he lets me sing along to the movie. He even sings along when he actually knows the song. It is honestly the best date I have ever been on.

After the movie is over and we are done eating I lean over and kiss Cappie. It starts out sweetly, but gets intense quickly. Cappie makes me feel emotions I'm not used too. I thought I liked Lucas I thought nothing could feel as intense as things with Lucas felt, the butterflies, the giddiness, and everything else.

What I felt for Lucas can't even begin to touch what I feel for Cappie. Being with Cappie is incredible; he is just so amazing and real. Cappie and I have both been burned by the people who we were supposed to be able to trust, but that hasn't stopped us from pursuing our feelings for each other. I am so grateful for that, because now I know what it's like to be the first choice. I hope he knows what that's like now too.

We finally pull back from the kiss when the urge to breath becomes too much to ignore. I smile at Cappie and say, "I can honestly say this has been the best date ever. This has been amazing Cappie. Thank you so much!"

He smiles back and say, "Sunshine you deserve the whole world. I may not be able to give you that, but I'll give you what I can." I just want to squeal when he says things like this.

I say, "Cappie I don't need the world, I just need you." I'm officially cheesy.

Cappie says, "Well you have me. This may be a little rushed, but I can't wait any longer. Know that I planned to take you on like three dates before I asked you this, but like I said I can't wait."

I say, "What is it Cappie?"

He says, "Riley you are the most amazing person I have ever met. I have never felt the way I do with you before in my life. Will you be my girlfriend?" I sit there in shock. I know we are together all the time and I have always hoped we would reach boyfriend/ girlfriend level, but I didn't expect it to happen tonight.

I finally snap back to awareness and say, "Yes, oh my God! Yes, of course I will Cappie!" He tackles me into I tight hug and I actually let out my excited squeal this time.

He say, "Oh thank God. I did not know if you would freak out or think it was too soon."

I say, "Cappie we have known each other for almost 2 months and it feels like longer because we see each other every single day. We have done countless things that would count as dates we just never called them dates. It's not too soon."

He nods and says, "You're right. I'm just glad I can tell the whole world you are my girlfriend now."

I say, "And I'm glad I can tell the whole world you are my boyfriend. Frannie is going to freak though. I think she was hoping this was a stage."

He laughs and says, "I can't wait to see the look on her face."

We lay back on the blanket just looking up at the stars and enjoying this moment together. We talk quietly and it just feels so peaceful. College has been so amazing so far and I have experienced so many new things, but I would be lying if I said Cappie wasn't my favorite new experience because he is.

We spent another hour together before it was time to call it a night. Cappie walked me back to the ZBZ house and when we got to the door he says, "Good night girlfriend."

I giggle and say, "Good night boyfriend."

We share a sweet kiss and then I go into the ZBZ house. Once I'm inside I lean back against the door with a goofy smile on my face. When I look up Rebecca and Ashleigh are standing there staring at me.

Rebecca says, "Well how did it go?"

I smile and say, "It was amazing he set up a night of all my favorite things. He got me purple roses, he set up a purple swing set, he had a purple blanket with a picnic basket with all my favorite foods in it, he had a projector set up where we watched my favorite movie and he even had my favorite ice cream."

Rebecca says, "Wow he did all that?"

Ashleigh squeals and says, "That is so sweet!"

I smile and say, "The best part is probably when he asked me to be his girlfriend and I said yes."

As soon as those words left my mouth they both lost it and started squealing and I started squealing with them. Ashleigh hugged me and Rebecca joined in. When we pulled apart Rebecca says, "Tell us everything about him asking you!" I smile and tell them every little detail about when he asked me.

When I was done telling my story Ashleigh says, "That is so cute! He couldn't wait any longer to make you his girlfriend! And it's so unlike post Casey Cappie. I'm glad you two found each other."

Rebecca nods and says, "I was a little nervous to see you go out with a potential player after what your old friends pulled on you, but this is one time I am happy to be wrong about someone or something. You two are so good for each other."

I smile and say, "I think we are too. He makes me so happy." We stay up a little longer talking about what they did that night. It was a nice sister bonding night for us. After spending time together we decided to head to bed we all had things to do tomorrow.

The next morning I wake up to my phone going off. I answer, "Hello?"

The caller responds, "Good morning Girlfriend. Want to go get breakfast than come hang at the KT house for a while?"

I smile and say, "Good morning Boyfriend. And I would love to Cappie."

He says, "Great I'll meet you outside the ZBZ house in 20 minutes."

I say, "Ok I'll get ready real quick. See you in 20."

He says, "See you in 20 Sunshine." Then we both hang up the phone.

Before I start getting ready I quickly call my parents and tell them about yesterday. I tell them we are officially dating. They are happy for us which is great. I tell them I will call them next week and have a longer call and we hang up.

I get out of bed quickly then run to wash my face and brush my teeth. I go back to the room I share with Rebecca and do some simple makeup. Just eyeliner, mascara, and lip gloss. I straighten my hair which takes no time at all. Then I put on a purple marvel Hawkeye shirt with some black shorts and I quickly put on my purple converse to match.

I was finished getting ready with just enough time to get downstairs and meet Cappie. As soon as I stepped outside I see Cappie walking down the walkway to me. I was surprised to see Uncle Josh with him. I smile up at Cappie and continue walking until I meet him in the middle. He leans down and we kiss sweetly.

He takes my hand and starts leading me back down the pathway Uncle Josh following us. Cappie says, "How did you sleep beautiful?"

I smile and say, "I slept great how about you handsome?"

He smiles back and says, "I slept great too."

Uncle Josh says, "Guy I know you are dating now and I'm happy for you, but don't be overly cute in front of me. I'm still processing this."

I give him a quick hug and say, "You'll get used to it Uncle Josh." We all just laugh.

We kept walking and Uncle Josh says, "Morning little lady, Evan."

I look up and see Casey and Rusty oh no. Rusty says, "Hey Cappie, Josh, Riley." I guess he went to Casey for help for a date. Kind of wish he would have just waited for me so he didn't have to change his whole look. We are going to lunch together literally today.

Cappie says, "Spitter." We stop walking as we all turn back and Casey and Rusty turn to look at us. Cappie continues, "What have you done?"

I say, "Rusty we are literally meeting up in few hours."

Casey ignores me and says, "The impossible right? Look at how handsome he is." She pinches his cheeks when she says this, which seems unnecessary. I don't believe that Rusty needed to change his style to get a date.

Uncle Josh says, "Turning your brother into your boyfriend is kinda of creepy, Case." He's not wrong.

Cappie starts tapping Rusty's forehead and says, "Spitter are you still in there?" Why do they keep messing with his face?

Rusty says, "OK, let's all ease up on my face."

Casey says, "Rusty asked me to help him find a date for your date function."

I say, "Rusty that is part of why we were having lunch today so I could help you."

Rusty says, "I know, but I didn't think you knew any other girls here besides Rebecca and she scares me a little."

I smile and say, "I have met other girls in my classes and ZBZ."

Casey ignores our exchange and goes back to her debate with Uncle Josh and Cappie. She says, "Now he actually stands a chance to get a date." Way harsh I don't think he didn't have a chance before his makeover.

Uncle Josh says, "Did you ever think about what kind of girl this would attract." I can't wait to see where both sides go with this argument.

Casey says, "Uh, a girl with standards perhaps." Why is Casey always so harsh and judgmental I don't get it. I like her, but she needs to relax.

Cappie says, "Or maybe a girl who chooses style over substance. A girl who only cares about appearances."

I say, "He's not wrong on this one."

Uncle Josh continues for Cappie, "Would you really want him in an empty, soul- sucking relationship?"

Casey looks straight at Uncle Josh as she says, "I just want my brother to have what I have. A relationship that's deep and meaningful."

Cappie interrupts to say, "Riley and I have that and we didn't have to change ourselves."

Casey ignores Cappie and covers Rusty's ears to say, "With lots and lots of hot lovemaking." Ew I wish someone would have covered my ears for that one. Evan is a jerk to me, Casey can do better.

Casey starts pulling Rusty away as she says, "Come on Rusty let's go."

Uncle Josh grabs his arm and says, "Rusty is coming with us."

Casey says, "He asked me for help."

Uncle Josh says, "And he looks like he is about to overdose on khaki. Spitter, you decide. Your sister or your brothers and Riley."

Rusty looks a little spooked before he says, "I don't know Casey. I'm sorry. This just isn't me."

Casey glares at the guys and says, "Fine, good luck. You'll need it." She glances over at me with a smile and says, "I'm glad at least you will be there to help. And we will be talking about Cappie saying you two have a deep and meaningful relationship later."

I smile and say, "Can't wait."

Cappie puts his hands on Rusty's shoulders and says, "She means well. Now, where'd you park your yacht?" Rusty just gives him a look.

I roll my eyes and say, "Come on Rusty let's go get you back in your own clothes. Go change and meet us back at the KT house."

He nods and says, "Ok see you there in a bit." He heads off towards his dorm.

I turn to the other two and say, "Let's go grab breakfast and bring it back to the KT house I'm starving."

We went and go breakfast and then headed back to the KT house. Rusty met us there are he got changed into his real clothes. We decided to just hang out and get Rusty relaxed today and we would work on getting Rusty a date tomorrow.

I went to my classes when they started. When they were over Rusty and I went for a late lunch and spent a couple hours together. After we were done we went back to the KT house. I stayed there for another 2 hours before Rebecca texted me and asked if I wanted to go shopping. I texted back yes.

I gave Cappie a kiss, I gave Uncle Josh, Rusty, and Beaver a hug on my way out. Beaver gets very upset if I don't give him at least a little attention and if I don't give him a hug bye. He's really a giant teddy bear.

Rebecca picked me up from the KT house and we shopped for hours when we finally got home after a late dinner we were exhausted. I looked around for Casey, but everyone said she was out with Evan. I decided not to wait for her and just to go to bed.

The next morning I wake up for once not to someone waking me up. I get up and get ready for the day. I put on eyeliner, mascara, than I brush my teeth and put lip gloss on. I put on deodorant the put on a flowy light blue sun dress. I put on some white wedges to go with it. I finish out my look by curling my hair. I don't know what I am doing today, but I will look good doing it.

After I get ready I grab my phone and purse and head downstairs. As I am walking down the stairs my phone goes off. I say, "Hello?"

The person says, "Riley, Cappie wants me to meet him this morning to help me find a date. I would feel a lot better about this if you were there too."

I say, "Just tell me where to meet you guys."

Rusty quickly tells me where they are meeting.

I say, "Ok I will see you there in ten."

He says, "Thank you so much Riley."

I say, "It is not problem at all." We hang up after that. I continue down the stairs and out the door to meet up with Cappie and Rusty.

When I get there Cappie says, "Well hello gorgeous. I didn't know you were meeting us."

I smile and say, "I just wanted to tag along see how you guys progress and Rusty called and asked me to come."

Cappie nods and says, "Well I'm glad he did. I haven't seen you in almost a day it has been unbearable."

I roll my eyes and say, "Cappie it has barely over 12 hours."

He smiles at me and says, "Sunshine that is too long."

I just smile up at him and kiss him softly. Rusty walks up and interrupts us. He says, "Should I come back later."

We pull back and I say, "Of course not we are here to help you."

Cappie says, "She's right Spitter. I'm going to start you off with a lecture." I don't know if I want to be here for this lecture, but I promised Rusty.

We begin walking down the stairs into a court yard. Cappie says, "Ah college, you can almost smell the raging hormones."

Rusty says, "Really?"

Cappie says, "Well you could, but the stench of your fear is a bit overpowering. Spitter what are you so afraid of?" I adore Cappie I really do, but how could he possible not remember how nerve racking it is when you start dating? It is absolutely terrifying.

Rusty says, "Rejection, humiliation, and clowns." Clowns? Ok then.

Cappie remains straight faced as he says, "Well those are scary things. But let's try to maintain some perspective. You're asking a girl out on a date. That's it. It may comfort you to know, that when it comes to the softer sex I wasn't always gifted and talented." I feel like he is going to say something not helpful next.

Rusty says, "Really?"

Cappie goes on, "Oh yeah, yeah. Fifth grade was a bitch." How did I know? That was not at all helpful. Cappie continues, "But I rose above it and so can you."

Rusty asks, "How?"

Cappie says, "It's simple. The secret to flirting, dating, and hooking up, it's all Biology." I don't think this is the kind of help Rusty needs. I should have just taken Rusty to find a date on my own. Casey, Uncle Josh, and, bless him, Cappie are making this way too complicated.

Rusty says, "Don't you mean anatomy?" This sweet little science nerd. He needs a girl who likes that stuff too.

Cappie just gives him a look and says, "Spitter, can't you see I'm in lecture mode."

I say, "Cap for him to keep up with your lecture it has to make sense to him."

Cappie says, "Give me a second Sunshine it will make sense to him."

I nod and Cappie continues, "Where was I? Ah, Biology. Ok, there's this guy named Chuck Darwin. Now he proved that mankind has evolved over billions and trillions of years. Darwin showed that every aspect of human behavior has an evolutionary purpose." I already knew Cappie was smart, but not going to lie it's kind of hot to be reminded how smart he is.

Cappie goes on, "Right? Chatting up girls is in our genetic code. We're programmed to be able to do it." I don't think that's how that works at all, but I really want to see where he goes with this.

Cappie says, "Why? So we can boink and make babies. It's survival of the flirtiest." If he feels my glare on his back he ignores it. He has some explaining to do about this lecture.

Rusty says, "So you're saying I'm becoming extinct?"

I say, "I don't think that's what he is saying Rusty. Cappie make your point quickly."

Cappie says, "No, no I'm saying evolution has made us good at this. You need to get out of your head and just trust your instincts. The ability to attract a female is hardwired into your DNA." That ended pretty well. I didn't know where he was going in the beginning, but it made sense in the end.

Rusty says, "That actually makes scientific sense."

I say, "That was so good babe!"

Cappie says, "Thanks baby! Of course it makes sense. I was a Bio major once. Now let's go make Chucky D. proud."

I know people judge him and Uncle Josh for changing majors constantly, but I understand not wanting to settle. This is something you might have to do for the rest of your life you shouldn't do it if you don't love it. I think it's good they are figuring that out now instead of later.

I say, "Rusty do you want me to go with you guys or do you feel comfortable without me here. I am fine with whatever you want to do."

Rusty says, "I think we got this, but I will call you if I need."

I give Rusty a hug and say, "I'll be here in a flash if you need me! Good luck!"

I go over to Cappie and give him a quick kiss. I say, "Be good and be patient with him."

Cappie smiles down at me and says, "Of course Riley. See you later Sunshine."

We kiss quickly one more time and I say, "See you later Cappie." I quickly leave them to their adventure and head back to the ZBZ house. I think they should have not waited until the day of the date function to find Rusty a date, but that's just me.

When I get back to the ZBZ house I don't see anyone around so I head up to my room. Rusty just texted me and said Uncle Josh took him to the gym to meet girls. Oh goodness. When I get to my room I see Rebecca looking at her outfit for tonight.

Rebecca says, "Do you think my outfit is cute enough?"

I say, "Yes Rebecca I do. I thought it was cute enough when I helped you pick it out too."

She says, "Your right. So are you going to redo your hair and makeup for the second party too?" I shake my head and say, "No, I'll just do it simple for the first party so I don't have to change it for the second."

She nods and says, "Yeah that makes sense I wouldn't want to fight with changing my whole look to go to another party."

I nod and say, "Exactly."

She says, "We are still getting ready together right?"

Rebecca and I spent the day together and we got ready together too. At some point Rusty texted me and said Uncle Josh and Cappie set him up with someone names Lisa. I hope their date goes well.

I am getting ready to meet Cappie for the ZBZ party I am wearing a red low cut sailor dress with matching red heels. My hair is curled a more dramatic curly than normal. My makeup is dark grey and black smokey eye with black eyeliner and mascara. I also have on some pink blush and very red lipstick. My nails and toe nails are painted black and I am ready to go. I have my bag with my outfit for Cappie's date function and clothes for tonight at Cappie's already.

I rush downstairs and outside to meet Cappie. When I see him he isn't dressed to fancy just a red t-shirt with an anchor on it, dark jeans, and a cheap sailor cap. I think he looks cute and honestly I didn't think he would even wear anything to go with the theme so I appreciate the effort he put in.

When I reach him he says, "Wow Sunshine you look amazing!"

I smile and say, "You look amazing too Cappie! Thank you so much for putting in some effort for this."

He smiles back and says, "Anything for you Riley. Now let's get through our twenty minutes we have a cooler party to get to."

I say, "Yes, let's get this over with." Not that I'm not looking forward to a party with my ZBZ sisters, I just prefer not to be anywhere Evan Chambers is.

We go into the party and are stopped by Frannie she says, "Twenty minutes exactly. And Cappie try not to talk to anyone."

Cappie nods and I say, "I'll make sure it's twenty minutes exactly." She nods and walks away. What a way to start a party. As we walk through the party every Omega Chi stops to glare at Cappie, but no one says anything. Frannie had Evan threaten his house to prevent fights and Casey had to threaten Evan.

I look up in time to see Evan completely blow Rebecca off to go dance with Casey. Rebecca looks a little upset so I drag Cappie over to her. I say, "You ok Rebecca? Soon we are leaving for Cappie's date function you can come with us."

She smiles softly at me and says, "I'm ok and I'll stay here for now, but if things get lame I will be over there in a heartbeat."

I smile at her and say, "That's the spirit. Evan's a jerk anyway. You can and will do much better. You know why?"

She says, "Why?"

I say, "Because you are Rebecca freaking Logan. Now own it and find someone cuter to dance with."

She smiles and then she hugs me. When she pulls back she says, "Thank you Riley. You're right I will find someone better and hotter." She then wonders into the crowd to find a new guy to dance with.

Cappie and I spent the rest of our twenty minutes dancing. Once our time at the ZBZ party was up we quietly left and headed to the KT house. We walked up to Cappie's room he grabbed his clothes since he is changing in Uncle Josh's room.

As he walked out I say, "I'll meet you downstairs when I am ready I know you probably really need a drink right now."

He says, "Ok Sunshine see you down there."

Once he leaves the room I slowly take my dress off making sure not to mess up my hair. I put on a different dress this one is a halter dress that is black with red flowers on it. It goes to mid thigh and flows out. I am wearing the same red heels with this one. I check my hair and touch up my makeup before leaving the room.

When I walk into the back yard I hear the band singing about someone named Delilah. When I stop to look around for Cappie I see Rusty dancing with a really pretty girl. He seems very nervous. I finally find Cappie and he's staring at me in awe. I walk over to him and on my way KT's are telling me how hot, sexy, or beautiful I look. It's flattering.

When I reach Cappie he is with Uncle Josh. Uncle Josh says, "Why did you have to wear that? I don't want everyone hitting on my niece. It's bad enough you are dating him. You look beautiful though Riley."

I smile and say, "Thank you Uncle Josh." He gives me a hug then heads to a pretty girl a little ways away from us. I guess that is his date.

Cappie finally says, "Wow Riley looked beautiful for the ZBZ party, but you look so breath taking for ours."

I smile and say, "Thank you Cappie. You look amazing too." He changed into a plaid shirt with a tie and a tan jacket. After we talk he got me a drink and we started to dance. We danced and just had so much fun. I didn't just dance with Cappie.

I danced with Uncle Josh, Beaver, Rusty, Heath, and other KTs. It has been so much fun. Later in the party I see Rusty's date leading him inside and the guys start chanting Spitter. That's weird. I go to ask Cappie what was going on but he suddenly decided to kiss me. We kissed for a few minutes before he pulled me over to a chair and pulled me into his lap.

He says, "I'm so glad you came to this with me Riley there is no one else I would rather be here with."

I smile and say, "And there is no one else I would have wanted to go to either date function with."

We are just about to kiss when I hear Uncle Josh say, "Casey!" I look up and see Casey storming into the party and Uncle Josh dump his date off his lap.

Casey storms up to Uncle Josh and says, "Where's Rusty?"

Cappie and I wonder over there as Uncle Josh says, "Good evening to you, too."

Casey says, "Cut the crap I need to talk to him."

Cappie says, "What's the emergency?"

Casey says, "Lisa Lawson Josh? She's even easier to get into bed then you are." Did not need to know that about my uncle. But I think I'm piecing together why they picked her as his date.

Uncle Josh says, "Really? Damn it I'm losing my edge."

Cappie says, "But I'm afraid you are too late. Rusty and Lisa are indisposed? Undisposed? Predisposed? They're up in Josh's room doing it."

I say, "How could you two do that?"

Casey starts storming to Uncle Josh's room and I follow her. I hear Uncle Josh and Cappie behind us, but I don't care. I am not letting Rusty make a decision this big based on peer pressure.

When we reach Uncle Josh's room Cappie gets in front of us with Uncle Josh next to him. Cappie says, "Whoa there dog. You do realize what you are about to do."

I say, "We are stopping Rusty from making a big mistake."

Casey says, "Yeah and probably going blind in the process."

Uncle Josh says, "What's the big deal? He's 18. He can vote, but he can't hook up with a really hot girl?"

Cappie says, "Jeez Case it's just sex."

I say, "No it's not. It's his first time."

Uncle Josh says, "Ok so it'll be brief, but still."

I say, "So is this what you guys want for my first time. Should I just go hook up with someone? Or Cappie should we have sex right now. I'm not ready, but it is just sex right?"

They both stop and think about what I said. Uncle Josh says, "Of course we don't think that's what you should do Riley."

Cappie says, "When we are finally together it will be when you are ready and it'll be special because we care about each other."

I say, "So why don't you think Rusty deserves that? You can't honestly tell me the first time the two of you had sex it was just sex. It was more than that and you know it."

Casey says, "She's right Rusty deserves to have that special feeling you have when your first time is with someone you care about."

I say, "We should all get to look back on our first time with no regrets. Rusty deserves that chance too."

Uncle Josh says, "You three stay back, I'll go in."

When he knocks and sticks his head in we find out that Rusty is not in there. We close the door and leave them alone. Casey says, "I'm going to look for him."

I say, "Do you want me to go with you?"

She says, "No I think this is a talk I need to have with him."

I nod and say, "Ok. Tell him to text me later please."

She nods and says, "I will." We share a quick hug and she leaves the KT house. It is pretty late now and the party has started dying down.

I tell Cappie, "I'm going to head to your room go share another drink with your brothers come up when you're ready."

Cappie nods and says, "I really am sorry about not thinking this thing with Rusty through. It has been a long time since sex actually meant more to me I forgot how special that feeling is."

I smile and say, "What matters is you know now and you won't make that mistake again." We kiss softly and he head downstairs. I go into his room and take off my make up then change into a black tank top with a purple dinosaur on it and purple sleep shorts.

I turn on a movie than lay in Cappie's bed. It wasn't long after I got settled that Cappie came back upstairs. He kisses me gently then heads into the bathroom to change. When he gets in bed he pulls me to him and I lay my head on his chest.

We lay there for a couple hours just talking and enjoying being with each other. As much as I don't know much about the physical stuff I try to remember that Cappie struggles with the emotional stuff. We are both learning and growing in this relationship and I think that is why we go so good together. That is my last thought before I drift off to sleep.