the moonlight's spell ღ 'Prom Night'
As she walked into the room, he wide opened his eyes, staring at her like the whole world stopped, like she was the only one he could look at from the big crowd standing in the dance floor…
Tuesday. April. 4 days left for prom. What was she gonna do? She’s the student’s representative and she had to organize everything: the decoration, food, drinks, the invitations…; and she hadn’t started yet! But she didn’t worry about that, she could ask Demi and Taylor to help her. What she really was worried about is about her prom dress, which had to be perfect so she could be prom queen, and she had to find someone to go with. How is it possible that, even though she’s the most popular girl at school, she had no partner for the prom? She was ashamed.
He woke up at 7.30. He had had a bad dream: He was standing in the middle of a forest, watching her walk away. Suddenly, he was in prom, alone. No music. No people. No lights.
He was nervous. He had decided to ask her to be his partner that day, but he was embarrassed.
She’s too much for me - he thought -, why would she want to go with me to prom? - It was stupid.
He was sure that he’d at least try. He’s not the type of guy who just lets go of things. No, he wasn’t. And he was going to win her heart.
After checking his sugar, having breakfast and dressing up, he went to the nearest flower shop and bought her a rose. He knew she loved roses. Perfect.
He drove to school with a worried smile in his face.
Lunch time.
- I need your help, girls. I’m so stressed out! I haven’t got enough time!
- Selena, calm down! We’ll help you, don’t worry.
- Yes, Demi’s right. Do you want us to come with you this afternoon and help you choose a dress?
- Oh yes, Taylor. Thanks! I have to find the perfect dress…
- So you can impress Nick. -Selena punched Demi on her shoulder- What? He’s coming over here! See you later, Sel.
Nick was walking decidedly towards Selena. Head up. Shoulders down. Trying to breathe properly. He was very nervous, but he had one thing clear: He wouldn’t leave until he had got what he wanted.
When he had arrived at Selena’s table, he stood up in front of her, looking at the rose he was carrying. “This is for you.” - he stammered. She picked the flower up and smelt it, closing her eyes. “Thank you, Nick”, she said smiling.
- Selena…I was wondering….maybe you….would like to come to prom...
- Pick me up at 7.30.- Selena gave him a wink and he left blushing and giggling.
He still couldn’t believe, he was going to prom with Selena Gomez….and he was late. He was supposed to be there at 7.30 pm and it was 7.10 and he still hadn’t chosen a tie; so he took the first 3 he caught and drove to Selena’s house.
- You’re not wearing a tie? - Selena couldn’t help but smile. He was smoking in that black suit and shirt.
- I thought I’d let you choose.
- The white one is perfect - She tied it up for him
Nick just couldn’t resist her; she was too stunning not to kiss her: A black lace short dress, strapless, with a silver necklace and matching earrings and bracelet, and a pair of black high-heeled shoes which made her legs thin and beautiful. All that he could say was: wow.
They arrived at the party 20 minutes before it was supposed to start, because Selena wanted to make sure everything was in its place. She was hysterical.
- Selena, calm down! Everything’s perfect; the music, the decoration, you…
- Thank you, Nick -she said- You’re so sweet. I’ll look for Demi and Taylor, wait for me here?
- Sure.
15 minutes later, people started to arrive. The more people, the more stressed out Selena was. She could barely stay in the same place for more than five seconds, she felt the need of going everywhere and make sure it was all still the way she wanted it to be.
Nick would follow her all around the place, trying to get her to dance with him. But all she’d say was “I can’t, I’m too busy” and Nick was getting angry.
He took her by her arm and made her realize that what she was doing was stupid, so they finally went to the dance floor and danced to Selena’s favourite song, which will soon became their song.
They had a lot of fun; they danced, they met up with Demi and Taylor and their prom partners for karaoke (where there were quite rivalry between Demi, Taylor and Nick, because they’re all great singers), they drank punch…
Some minutes before the party was over, another slow song came on, and Nick grabbed Selena for her waist, and she put her arms around his neck.
- You look so beautiful tonight
- Thank you -Selena smiled- That suit really suits you -She returned the compliment
Nick leaned towards Selena, and tried to kiss her. But she got rid of his arms and run away, he felt disappointed with himself. Nick followed her offsite and tried to excuse himself: “I really don’t know what happened to me, I am so sorry…”
He drove her home. She didn’t speak, it felt awkward. “Perfect way to end up prom night” Selena thought, and she went straight away to bed.