And so Ginny, Boo, Melanie, and Sasha set off for the lake. Behind the dance studio there was an old, overgrown, never used trail that led to the back side of the lake. Sasha took the lead, followed by Ginny, Melanie, and lastly Boo. The trail twisted and turned as the girls walked, leaped, and crawled their way to the lake.

"Ow!" Melanie exclaimed as she scrapped her leg against a thorn bush. "I hate these thorns! My legs are going to be covered in little scratches."

"Did we really have to use this path?" Ginny asked.

"Yes, it's the quickest way to the lake. Just stop complaining and have a little fun." Sasha said. She was annoyed.

Suddenly a screaming Ginny toppled onto Melanie, both landing on the ground with a thud.

"Oh my god! Are you guys okay?" Boo asked, eyes wide.

The two on the ground started laughing, all smiles. "We're fine, I just tripped over a rock," Ginny said getting up.

"Well, you should've of worn actual shoes, not flip flops! Now my arms are covered in thorns!" Melanie said, getting up now that Ginny was off of her.

"Are we ready go?" Sasha stood ahead, her arms were crossed and she looked annoyed.

"I thought we were supposed to have fun?" Melanie said, pulling leaves and twigs out of her hair.

"You call that fun. Really? Let's go."

Sasha turned around and started walking. Melanie made a face behind her back, getting a giggle from Ginny and Boo. Sasha turned around and glared at them. They still hadn't moved. "Let's go!"

Melanie sighed and started to walk, followed by Ginny and Boo. They walked and walked and walked. Then they walked some more.

"Sasha do you know where you're going?" Boo asked, fear in her voice.

"I'm following the trail, Boo. It's hard to get lost on a trail," Sasha spat back.

"You call this a trail?" Ginny said.

"It's more like we're just walking through a forest!" Melanie exclaimed.

Up ahead, Sasha fought her way through thick bushes. She pulled the last branch away and there stood the lake. The four girl stumbled onto the small beach and stood in awe.

A full moon reflected off the dark water like a mirror. Tall tress surrounded the lake creating a natural barrier. In front of the path entrance was a small rocky beach that met the still water about ten feet ahead of the trees. The sand was cool, even after a long day in the sun. All was silent, except for the dull, constant hum of crickets. No fish broke the surface of the water. It was still, as if a piece of solid glass. There was no wind, no people, no movement. It was peaceful, yet creepy.

"Talk about creepy." Melanie broke the silence.

"Well, this was a nice walk. Time to go!" Boo turned around to leave, but Sasha grabbed her arm.

"Not so fast, we just got here."

Boo slowly turned back around, not getting out of Sasha's fun adventure that fast.

"So now what do we do?" Ginny asked.

"Do I really have to spell it out? We're going swimming." Sasha said, matter-of-factly

Everyone's mouths fell open. Boo's eyebrows shot up, as her eyes widened in fear. "Swimming? No one swims here during the day, let alone at night. There's probably bacteria and piranhas and who-knows-what in that lake!"

"Boo, calm down. I've swam here many times and I'm still alive. So, you guys wanna have some fun, or not?" For the first time that night, Sasha wasn't mean or rude or controlling. She was just wanted to enjoy herself and have fun.

"I'm in." Melanie said. Boo and Ginny looked at her weirdly. "What? I did not come all the way here on a Friday night for nothing!"

"Ginny? Boo? Come on, please. Live a little. It's completely safe, I promise."

Ginny sighed, "I'm in, Boo?"

"My mom told me never to give into peer pressure."

"Boo, I'm not your peer, I'm your friend. I promise it's safe," Sasha said with a smile.

"What if I drown?"

"Boo, we won't let you drown," Melanie said.

"Ya, we promise," Ginny added.

"So, in or out Boo, your choice?" Sasha asked for the last time.

Boo groaned, "Alright, I'm in."

The other cheered, as Boo tried to figure out what she had gotten herself into for the second time that night.

"There's only one problem," Ginny pointed out, "We don't have bathing suits."

"Oh, well that's too bad. Let's go now," Boo said quickly.

"Not so fast Boo. Just swim in your underwear, you'll be fine." Everyone stared at Sasha with blank faces, so Sasha continued. "If you think about if, I've worn more fabric in my underwear than in some dance outfits. And we're all friends here."

Sasha started to strip. Melanie shrugged and did the same. Ginny followed suit. Boo, looking at her friends slowly obliged and did the same. When ready, three sprinted into the cool water, splashing the whole way. About twenty feet from the shore the ground dropped and the water rose up to the girls' shoulders.

"It's so cold!" Ginny laughed.

"You just have to let your body get used to it! You'll be fine in a minute."

"My feet are numb! I don't think get use to it is the right words." Melanie exclaimed.

"Get used to it, freeze, same thing," Sasha said in a laughing tone. She looked over at the shore, and Boo was standing on the water's edge. Sasha knew her to well. She could tell Boo wanted to come in and have fun, but fear was stopping her. "Boo, are you coming in?" Sasha shouted to the shore.

"Are you sure something poison isn't going to bite my ankle?"

"Yes. Cross my heart, pinky promise, swear on my mother's grave, whatever floats you boat," Sasha paused, "I promise you won't get hurt Boo."

"Alright, I'm coming in!" And with that, Boo started to wade into the lake. Just the start of what would soon become an unforgettable night.

Thanks for the great reviews. Sorry it took so long to update, and it's short-writer's block. Please review!

~Kelly :)