Hey guys! Slushy here. I hit 50 views in one day! Oh my goodness! You guys are amazing c':! I'll do my best to keep up the good work :D And I made a BIG BOOBOO. Ali is turning 23! Not 24! I'm sorry! D:

Ali POV

"Oh, Ali! You look absolutely gorgeous. That dress is just beautiful." My best friend, Cathrin, gushed. She fretted around my, patting down wrinkled and smoothing my hair. She was like a motherly hen, but I adored her. Of course, I was being forced to wear a dress and I was the only one doing so. Cathrin admired my looks in her torn up skinny jeans, boots, and an off the shoulder top. She absently raised a hand and began fiddling with the bell that was chained around her throat as she made a full circuit around me.

"Okay, okay. Calm down mama bird. The boys are probably waiting for us out in the car." A girl called from the doorway. I spun and saw my other best friend, Diana. She didn't wear a dress either, and opted for her usual black and silver sweater over some jeans.

"This is so not fair, you guys. Why do you guys get to dress comfortable while I'm stuck in this crap?" I cried, gesturing to my wine colored dress. I hated dressed. I longed for my jeans and over sized shirts. I had planned to wear just that, except for a decent fitting shirt, when Diana and Cathrin showed up with this dress. Apparently, I had to look nice tonight. Psh.

We exited the room and made our way to the living room, bickering and laughing. Jerome, Ian and Mitch sat on the couch laughing at something. I cocked my head to the side and raised an eyebrow.

"Is something wrong, boys?" I drawled, using a fake southern accent. All three heads swiveled our way and I saw Mitch's eyes widen and his mouth drop as he took in my appearance. I did a dance on the inside, delirious with happiness that I could still make him do that after almost four years of dating.

Diana and Cathrin dropped onto the love seat and I sat in the armchair. We had planned to open gifts before we left for dinner, so that everyone could see what I got before we all got drunk. Aside from Ian of course. He was our designated driver- the poor guy. A pile of packages sat by my feet, courtesy of the other boys from Team Crafted, Mitch's group of gamer friends. Everyone turned their attention to me as I opened the first package.

AFTER GIFT OPENING.

I lugged all my beautiful gifts back to my room, careful not to drop anything. Adam sent me a beautiful figure of a mermaid; the one thing I was absolutely obsessed with. Ty sent me a card with a confirmation number for Minecraft, which I had yet to play even though the boys had asked me plenty of times to do so. This must have been his version of a joke. I received a bright blue shirt with a mermaid on it- YES.- from Quinten and a pair of blue leggings that matched the shirt from Jason. I guess they planned this.

"Ayyy, gurl! Lezz go! We got a party and food callin our names!" I heard Jerome yell from the other room. I set down my gifts and glanced around mine and Mitch's room. I noticed a small box that was beautifully wrapped sitting on my nightstand and my face twisted in confusion. Who was this from? I reached for it slowly.

"Ali! Cooooooome oooooon!" Ian called this time, impatience clear in his voice. I snatched my hand back and shook my head. It wasn't Mitch's gift. I had already received that and it sat heavily on my ring finger. I decided to open it when I got back and quickly left the room, calling back to Jerome and Ian.

I just couldn't shake the horrible feeling that had settled in my stomach.

I think we all know who that gift is from. xD Anywho, I decided to use Ian in this story, 'cause who doesn't love a guy in the army?! Haha. And I wanted everything to be even, three girls, three guys. I hope everyone enjoyed this chapter! :D

Crazy4AMBG: Whatever you'd like to change go for it c: Your OC, I'm just borrowing it xD

IceAurora: Thanks! I didn't even realize the Mortal Instrument allusion xD I love that series so freaking much. I really didn't even realize Ali seemed like Clary.. The books are amazing but I was seriously dissapointed with the actor choices. Jace was NOT meant to be so lanky.. and Clary was RED-HEADED. Not like a muted red. Ugh. I get really upset about these things xD That would be a really cool idea! I love looking at the stars at night so seeing wings like that, I would probably die. That's actually what I planned on doing, kinda. This is where the best friends come in c; Thank you! And I love the spring/fall. The weather is pretty cool, not too hot not too cold, and plenty of thunderstorms. The only downside are the bees and wasps. I've never been stung by one, so I'm pretty freaked out by them.

Bella2949: Aren't angels supposed to be good? NEVER. Don't cry! I have another story for you! xD You could always try a few actual book series like The Selection and Mythos Academy! They're very interesting. The Selection is a romance/dystopia with Mythos is romance/fantasy/myth. Both are very highly recommended from me c: