Later that night I went through the gorgeous dress Maze had picked for me to wear for her engagement party. It looked stunning, and definitely over the top for a small party. Since Maze has insisted I had to wear it for the party, I couldn't deny. Akira and I had settled on what footwear we needed, along with the necessary jewellery. Thanking Maze one more time for the dress through text, I stared at my phone longing for Ethan to call me. I thought I'll give him a day and see how he is tomorrow. Distressed over our interaction in the morning and how quiet he was throughout the day, I waited patiently for the following day. My phone buzzed just then and it was Ethan.

"Still at the club with the boys. Go to sleep. Love you!" Ethan's text was plain and simple.
"Love you more." I replied back and fell asleep.
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Since aunt Linda was busy today with Maisie's engagement, I decided to go to the bakery early. Ethan text me he'd be here in five minutes so I simply wore my light blue jeans and a white T-shirt, tying my hair in a high messy ponytail. As I went downstairs I heard Ethan's car, bidding goodbye to my family I walked outside and just like yesterday he stayed in his car, not even glancing at me.

Disappointment washed over me as yesterday's scenarios repeated. I walked up to his stupid car grumpily and might have slammed the door close a little harder than I should have. This caught his attention, as he dropped his phone in the cup holder and spoke.
"You okay baby?" He placed his hand over my head as if smoothing out my messy hair. Ignoring his touch I pulled the seatbelt and buckled it.
"Hmm." I hummed and crossed my hands over my chest.
"Is it that time of the month princess?" He chuckled, as if fuelling my anger further. He can't be pinning this on me when he clearly was the one acting weird since yesterday.
"I don't know... are you on your period?" I snapped at him.
He opened his mouth to say something but shook his head as he began to drive. It was complete silence and I couldn't wait to get out of his car. As soon as we reached the bakery, I opened the door, "don't bother picking me up tomorrow, I'll go with dad." I said as I stepped outside but Ethan was quick to pull me in.
"Kiara, it's been a rough day love. Just bear with me." He spoke wearily.
"It's better if you just tell me Ethan, instead of ignoring me the whole day."
"I know baby, it's just that.." he rubbed his temples, "I'll see you tonight, okay?"
"Okay.."
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Dad drove me home from the bakery since Ethan was busy "at work". I felt completely restless because of Ethan's behaviour lately. Not being in the mood for the party, I just laid on the bed.
"Kiki... get ready!" Akira yelled walking through my bedroom door.
"Akira let me have a small nap" I closed my eyes as she plopped on the bed.
"What? No! Kiki..." she kept bouncing on the bed, trying to wake me up from my nap.
"Fine!" I dragged myself out of the blanket and began to get ready with her.
A nice hot shower made me feel a little better, wrapping myself in a towel I came out to see Akira all dressed up. She looked amazing in a beige short dress.

"Hey you look nice." I smiled at her.
"Come on, hurry up you need to get ready." She tugged on my towel.
"Akira I can handle it... Wait." I fished for my dress and walked into my closet.
Sliding the dress down on me, it felt like a glove. The bottom of the dress dragged on the floor so I quickly picked up my four inch heels and wore them. Looking into the mirror, I instantly fell in love with the dress, it fit me perfectly and I loved the colour and all the little details.

For a second I thought what Ethan would think of me if he saw me in this dress, but I quickly brushed the thought away. I'm supposed to be mad at him, and I kept telling myself to give him a cold shoulder even after he showed up at the party.
"Oh. My. God. You look breathtaking.." Akira squealed.
"Akira I don't what I'm supposed to do to my hair." I nibbled on my lower lip looking in the mirror.
"That's why I'm here.." she sang, walking in with her hair dryer, curlers and make up kits. She made me sit on a stool as she began with my hair.
"Akira I'm not in the mood, just keep it simple okay." I said and she hummed in response.
She would have spent about thirty minutes on my hair and make up, when I lost my tolerance level.
"Akiraaa I'm done.." I stood up.
"Kiki, done done done." She brushed the tip of my nose and asked me to look in the mirror.
I was in awe as I looked at my hair, it was perfect and simple just the way I like it.

Giving my sister a big hug, I helped her with her hairstyle before we stepped downstairs.

Dad drove us to the party, and I still had no texts from Ethan. As we stepped outside the car, we met with aunt Linda. She took us into the place and it was beautifully decorated with candles and flowers.

I finally saw Maisie and Michael in the midst of a few people and we walked up to them and congratulated them both. Maze looked stunning in a baby blue gown and Michael matched her dress by wearing a blue shirt for his suit.

They looked lovely together.
"So Ethan hasn't finished yet I guess" Micheal held Maisie close as he spoke.
"Nope." I smiled not knowing what to tell him. He nodded in response.
"You look gorgeous Maze." I told her.
"You too Kiki." She hugged me for a while. We had a small chat before the couple left to greet other people. I sat with my dad as I watched Ethan's parents arrive. They took seats on our tables as well and as usual Stella was being the friendly and funny person she always was.

The party began and the couple cut a cake together, they were kissing and dancing all night long. They looked so much in love. Dinner was served and everyone enjoyed the meal while I just kept pecking on one piece of chicken, waiting to see my boyfriend.
"Ethan's held up at an important meeting darling. Why don't you finish your meal huh?" Stella spoke as she might have sensed my dull mood.
"Sure.. umm what time does he finish?" I asked.
"He must be wrapping up now." She smiled as she patted my shoulder.
I smiled in return and began to eat.
Once the meal was over and the guests began to leave, I called Ethan.
"Hey baby!" He picked up in two rings.
"Where are you Ethan? The party is almost over." I informed him.
"Yeah I'm leaving.." he was cut off.
"Eth babe... have you found the condom?!" A woman moaned behind him. I gasped out loud and covered my mouth.
"Son of a bitch.. Kiara? You there? Fuck!" He growled. Before he could say anything I hung up.

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