Another Elite (Book 2 of Selection fanfics)

Chapter 5

I stood next to Liana, my arms held against my dress. It was simple yet elegant, with silvery blue designs trailing up my arms and chest. With part of my hair braided into a small crown atop my head, I couldn't help but feel like a princess.

Liana looked gorgeous in a pale green dress with flowers rising up across the bottom. Most of the other girls had chosen cream or black-and-white dresses, which were supposedly popular colors in Italy.

I could see Derek from here, talking with his parents near the front door. Genevieve stood next to him, wearing a low cut red dress. Seeing her wear such a dress for when the Italians came to visit seemed odd. I wondered if there was anything going on between her and the Italian prince.

Suddenly the chatter died down and everyone was facing the door. I heard footsteps and soon some of the most gorgeous people I'd ever seen were facing us. The Italian royal family.

Queen Nicoletta, tall with tan skin and blonde-brown hair, stood beside her husband, King Antonio. Prince Luca looked like his mother while Princess Gabriela took after her father, with dark hair and bronzed skin. To everyone in the room, Prince Samuele could be described in one word. Hot.

He looked much like his father, with dark hair and a slightly unshaven look. His skin was in between his parents, not as light as his mother but not quite as dark as his father. His eyes were a caramel color, the kind that reflect light in the perfect way and his jawline was sharp and square. I was pretty sure every girl was staring at him.

The two families greeted each other happily. Princess Marlee and Princess Gabriela hugged each other enthusiastically while Prince Luca gave Prince Cade a high five. The two queens hugged each other tightly while their husbands shook each other's hands.

Genevieve, Derek, and Samuele greeted each other like best friends. After a group hug and handshakes, they were already talking enthusiastically. The Elite girls stood awkwardly, unsure whether or not we were supposed to join in.

Our question was answered when Celia motioned for us to follow the families. They were entering the Great Room where I supposed we were going to mingle. I didn't realize we were going to have to actually talk with the Italians today.

Most of the other eight girls jumped into the crowd, eager for another chance to talk with the royals. Liana and I stood back, deciding to wait until they had calmed down. Instead, we watched and laughed at the girls trying to show off for the Italians.

"Good lord. Have you seen how many times Audrey has shoved her breasts in King Antonio's face? It's disgusting!" Liana exclaimed as Audrey, once again, leaned down in front of the King.

I snorted. "I guess she's run out of Illéan men and moved onto Italians."

Liana giggled, taking another sip from her drink. We were standing outside of the large group of people where most wouldn't be able to see us. Still, it wasn't the best spot to gossip and Derek soon found us.

"There you two are," he chuckled. "I wanted to introduce you all to Sam."

Prince Samuele stepped out beside him, a flashy white smirk on his face. "Hello ladies."

"Your highness." Both Liana and I curtsied.

He chuckled. "Please, don't. I'm not the one you should curtsy to."

His Italian accent became more prominent with each word. It wasn't as thick as I'd been expecting, but still obviously Italian.

"So tell me. How bad of a kisser is he?" Samuele leaned in towards us suddenly, still smirking.

Liana chuckled, raising an eyebrow at him.

"Oh shut up, Sam." Derek rolled his eyes beside Samuele. "He's all talk."

Before we could say anything else, Genevieve sauntered up beside us. "Flirting already, Sam?"

Samuele chuckled and took her arm in his. "What're you talking about, Gen?"

She rolled her eyes and turned to look at us. "Don't listen to Sam. He's all trouble."

Derek laughed, but I could see that it was strained. I couldn't help but notice the way that he moved in front of Liana and I, almost as if he was hiding us from Samuele. Whatever this meant, Sam's arrival was sure to be interesting.
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I hope two updates in one day makes up for the lack of them in the past couple of months! I'm really sorry again guys, school has been insane and the amount of work is ridiculous. But I'm finally on Thanksgiving break so I'll do my best to get updates out!

Things are going to be getting interesting, especially with Sam's arrival! I've got a bunch of things planned and I can't wait for everything to come together!

I hope you all enjoyed this chapter!

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