Chapter 10: Prom Nite
At the Douglas' House
"Colt!!!! Are you done yet?" Rocky yelled while adjusting his tie in front of the mirror. "You have been in there for ages!! A moment later, the boys' bathroom door swung opened. Out came Colt in his black suit. There was a frowned on his forehead.
"Alright!! I am out already. Stop yelling", he snapped.
"You have been in the like forever", Rocky complained as he made his way towards the bathroom. Tum Tum who was sitting on his bed rolled his eyes.
"I just don't get it!!! Why is it taking you guys so long to get ready? It's just a prom nite. What's the big deal," Tum Tum said as a-matter-of-fact with a lollipop in his mouth.
"Spaz, what do you know about prom nite? You are sill too immature to know", Colt teased as he brushed his hair
"Who is being immature here?" Tum Tum defended himself,
"Look at you!! All you ever think about is food and candies", Colt continued
"Hey, what's wrong with loving food and candies? At least I have candies with me unlike some people who couldn't get a date for prom nite",
"Who said I have no date?!! Ze is my date for tonight",
"Admit it Colt. It was a last minute thing", Tum Tum smirked as he knows he is winning. Colt couldn't help but agree but he wouldn't admit it to Tum Tum. It was indeed a last minute thing but he asked Ze not because he wanted a date, but at that very moment he wants to go to the prom with her. Colt was about to retaliate when Rocky came out from the bathroom with a white suit.
"Will you two cut it out? Tum, wait till you have the chance to attend a prom nite. You will then know what's the big deal it's all about," Rocky smiled to himself as he shot a glance at Colt. Of course, Tum Tum is still too young to think about girls but he will eventually understand when the time come….a time when he will fall hopelessly in love or can't get girls out of his head.
Finally, the two young men were ready.
Rocky's POV
"Mom, we are leaving now," As I took the car keys, mom came in from the kitchen door, smiling at both Colt and I
"You two look so handsome tonight. My boys are growing up so fast," mom said as Colt and I went over to her to give her a hug
"Mom, thanks for allowing me to use your car tonight," Colt said as mom passed her car keys to him. Since Emily and I will be going somewhere with the rest of our friends after the prom nite, Colt decided to take mom's car. I guess it was just his excuse. I know he wants me to spend some time with Emily alone. I hate to admit it, but my brother has a kind heart which he refuses to show it.
I drove my car to Emily's house. She was already waiting for me by the time I reached. The moment she opened her front door, I was mesmerized by her beauty. She wore a long pink spaghetti strap dress and her hair was pulled back into a bun. She looked so angelic and gorgeous.
"Hi Em. You look beautiful tonight," I said as I looked longingly at her. She flashed me her killer smile and I swear I could melt at that very instant.
"Thank you. You look good too," Emily said shyly as she took my hands. Together we walked to my car, hand-in-hand.
[From across the road, Ze who was in her room looked down and saw everything
Ze's POV
"Wow, Emily looks stunning and Rocky look so handsome. They really do make a great couple," I though to myself and turned back to face the mirror to apply my lip gloss. As I was putting on my necklace which I have gotten from my aunt Sue on my 13 birthday, I heard mom yelling from downstairs.
"Ze, Colt is here,"
"Coming. Give me a sec," I yelled back. I took one last look at myself in the mirror and adjusted my knee-length white halter top before I headed downstairs. Colt was standing at the doorway and as soon as he saw me, he gave me a smile.
"Ze, you look so pretty,"
"You look great too, Colt," I said, which is a fact.
After we said good byes to my parents, he took my hand and led me to his car.
At The Prom Nite
Rocky's POV
By the time Emily and I arrived, the school hall was already packed with students and loud music could be heard blasting from the direction. We made our way into the hall and went straight to the refreshment table to get ourselves some drinks. Everywhere I looked, there were couples either dancing or engaged in conversations. Everyone seems to be having fun. Emily and I were talking to some of our friends when I spotted Colt walking into the hall with Ze. This was the first time I saw Ze in make-up. Usually, she just wears T-shirt and jeans to school and tonight she looked stunning and beautiful. I never really notice how slim she was. Her straight jet black hair has been curled slightly, giving it some wave which suits her Asian look perfectly. I waved at them and they walked up to where Emily and I were standing.
When Emily saw Ze, she gave a squeal. "Hi Ze, you look so different tonight. You are so beautiful. I can hardly recognize you," Emily said as she gave Ze a hug.
"Thank you. You look gorgeous too, Em," just then a slow song was being played in the background. It took up all my courage and went up to Emily to ask her for a dance.
"Em, would you like to dance?' I asked.
"Sure, Rocky," she took my hand as I lead her to the dance floor.
"So Em, have you decided what course you would want to do when you get into Wellington University?" Emily and I have been accepted to the college of our choice just a week ago. We were both thrilled. I can't wait till we are in college. Just the thought of it to be away from home make me feel so independent and adult. Moreover, Emily and I would be officially dating then.
"I am still deciding on either journalism or performing arts. I love both of them equally that I can't decide at the moment," Emily replied as we dance.
"Well, you still have some time to think it over. Graduation is only next week but 1st semester at Wellington College won't be starting for another 2 months,"
Just then, Emily placed her head on my shoulder and whispered, "Rocky, you are the best thing that ever happened to me all these years. I am glad to have you around me," she planted a kiss on my cheek making me blushed.
"It's the same for me," I whispered back. We stopped dancing in the middle of the dance floor and I looked right into her eyes.
"Em, I don't want to push you, but will you officially be my girlfriend?" I asked. Although I knew the answer I still couldn't help feeling nervous about popping the question. Emily paused and looked at me then she smiled.
"Of course," she leaned over and kisses me on the lips and I kissed her back. Her lips felt soft.
[Ze, who was sitting alone saw the whole scene. Instead of feeling jealous, she felt happy for Rocky and Emily, her two best friends.
Ze's POV
Although I feel heartbroken over the whole thing, nevertheless I felt happy for them. It was pure joy and it was genuine. Fortunately I didn't express my feelings to Rocky. It would have spoilt our friendship and ruined his and Emily's relationship. It is not easy to find your true love and I am glad both Rocky and Emily has found theirs.
"Ze? Are you okay? I have been calling your name a few times but you were seems to be far away," Colt came up to me suddenly with two glasses of orange juice. He followed my gazed towards the middle of the dance floor when he realized I wasn't responding. Then, as if he understood, he didn't ask anything by just sat down next to me and handed me my glass of orange juice. We were silent for a moment before he extended his hands.
"Ze, would you like to dance? This is my favorite song," Colt asked. LeAnne Rimes' "How Do I Live Without You" were playing in the background. I looked up at Colt and then back to his hands. I smiled and took his hands as he leads me to the dance floor.
After two songs, our DJ for the night invited Colt and his band to perform. Colt and I stopped dancing as he made his way to the stage. His other band mates were seen walking up the stage too and each took their position. Colt took the guitar which was place against the wall at the side of the stage and straps the band over his shoulder and took the microphone.
"Hi…. Are you all having fun tonight?" Colt shouted into the microphones. The crowds replied with a loud cheer.
"I am sure everyone is!!!!! Tonite, my band mates and I will be performing some songs that we have written by ourselves. The first song is dedicated to a special friend of mine. She knows who she is. I just want to encourage her that, after every broken heart, you will become stronger than ever. I just want to let her know that I will always cherish our friendship. So, Ladies and Gentlemen, let's hope you all enjoy. The song is called "Brokenhearts", with that Colt gave me a wink and the music started.
[Colt and his band had a great performance that night. The students had an unforgettable night, especially Rocky and Emily. Ze, though heart broken realizes that it is time to let go and look forward to the future with a happy heart.