And She Became Queen

Chapter 14: A Stupid Prom Kiss

September, 2014.

8: 53 P.M

The autumn night sky was gentle chilly. As steaming shrouds of dark smokey clouds coil and writhe. Then an unearthly caterwauling sound fills the air. It was visible that it might rain later that evening but who cares? The sound of music echoed from the distance.

The wind whipped up into frenzy. It was a shrieking, keening omen of the carnage to follow. The tall trees outside the building had disco lights hanging out from the banches to branches and leaves to leaves which made the venue looked more heavenly. Students walked in all dressed in tuxedos and evening gowns as they find their way through the entrance.

"Oh, you're looking perfect now. Except..." Amber unzipped her black purse and brought out a dark red lips gloss.

"Red won't fit this outfit." I complained.

"It's better than none, baby girl." She applied an even amount on my lips before we heard a greeting from beside us.

Turning to him, I was stunned to see that it was Noah. He even look better in designer's suit and silk tie than he had in his usual jeans and leather jackets.
His black her was styled to the back, making him look like a perfect gentle man and that was totally different from the actual Noah Coleman.

"Awwwwn... And there he is!" Amber rushed to him in an instant, wrapping an arm around his neck as they gave each other a soft, welcome kiss.

"Thanks for waiting for me." Noah said in acknowledgement of her appearance.

"No, I didn't. Sylvie did!" She joked and chuckled into laughter. I just watched the both of them confusedly.

"Well, that wasn't funny." I tried to smile, but wasn't successful. Trying to avoid his gaze, Noah stared at me with jaded eyes.

"Okay guys, enough of that boring look. Let's go in!" Amber cheered as she grabbed us by both arms, pulling us in, all at once.

The venue had music blaring out of the speakers standing at the four corners of the hall. Red and blue balloons hanged over the the front view with sliver and gold decorative ribbons. Neon lights danced in every edge of the room that added beauty and glamour to the decor.

"Wow, it's awesome!" A small whimper of excitement escaped my lips.

"Yes it is." Amber replied me with a joyous expression then caught the lost look on Noah's face. "Are you ready for this, Noah?"

"Yes, sure. I am." He faked a smile.

"I just hope you won't hit someone today. It's our prom, okay?" Amber stared at him with a warning in her eyes.

"C'mon, I'm not that bad." He bragged.

Looking how other students were dancing in styles, I couldn't help to feel nervous.

"Okay, guys. I'll leave you two." I told the both of them. "Bye now." I whispered to Amber before leaving.

Amber who was holding his right arm led him to the middle of the hall where they stood facing each other. I took a stroll to the back seat to take a drink. Watching other students dancing was fun but I sat down by the table, observing. Everyone in the promenade dance had a partner... I wish, maybe... Someday. I'll be able to feel this. But all I want to do today is to hang around.

Taking a drink from a single glass, my eyes fell on the best couple in the room. Amber and Noah. My bestie really looked happy which made me happy as well. Her red, wrapped dress and back heel fitted her so much. It was just her perfect style.