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‖Chapter 7‖ 

Ellys POV

I STOOD up from my spot on the bed and went to the couch. Scott and Asher would be home today and I am a nervous wreck. Can you blame me? I don't know how to approach him.  What If he Isn't coming back for me? What If hes not coming back to stay? I barely got any sleep last night because I couldn't stop thinking about everything.  I mean, maybe we can just handle this maturely. Yeah, thats what I'll do. Thats whats best. I walked Into my bedroom and entered my closet. I pulled a bunch of clothing out  of my closet and looked over at the outfits. I decided on my white shorts, and my purple short sleeve. I grabbed my brown combat boots out of my closet and put my clothes on. I walked over to my dresser drawer and pulled out a pair of socks. I put them on and pulled my combat boots on. I looked In my mirror and smiled at the outfit. I then walked over to my vanity and started to do my makeup. I only put on some eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, and a wing to top It all off. I them pulled my hair back In a cute, high ponytail. I looked In the mirror and decided I looked decent. 
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"So when do you think they'll be here?" I asked.

"In an hour or so." Hailand said.

"Okay well wanna cook a, 'welcome back home!' type meal?" I asked.

Hailand sighed and looked at me.

"You don't have to see him. Don't be In a hurry." Hailand said.

"I can handle this. I just want you to believe In me." I said.

Hailand embraced me In a hug and I hugged her back.

"Well, lets get cooking!" I chirped pulling away from the hug.
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I stirred the roast up In the crock pot and smiled to myself at how delicious It smelt. I put the lid back on and walked over to the rolls. I grabbed the butter knife and started buttering the tops of them.

"Hey Elly, let me get that. Can you fix some tea and lemonade?" Hailand asked.

I smiled at Hailand and shook my head. I grabbed the two pitchers and fixed the beverages.
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"So what kind of makeup are you planning on designing now?" Hailand asked.

"Well, I was thinking some nude colors. I want them to be soft on the skin, and I want them to be, well I don't know. I guess they'll just be as I make them." I said.

"Well, would you like to make me over whenever Scott grows a pair and asks me to marry him?" Hailand asked.

"Yeah! I'd love to." I chirped.

Hailand sniffed the air and sighed In delight.

"Roast, I love you. You are my true love." Hialand said; blowing her 'true love' a kiss.

I laughed a loud and shook my head at my best friend.

"Wow! Yall thought I was crazy." I said.

"You are." Hailand muttered.

"Well, lets cut the fruit up!" Hailand chirped. 

I grabbed the strawberries, cherries, and grapes. While Hailand got out, honey dew, pineapple, and mangos. We cut the fruit up and fixed them on the long toothpick things. KABOB STICKS! Thats what they're called! We plucked the fruit on the sticks and set them In a large vase. As the other things got done cooking Hailand and I took a seat.

"So are you excited?" Hailand asked.

Her question took me off guard alittle. A shaky smile slipped on my face and I spoke;

"Well, to be honest I'm nervous, I'm scared, I'm a bit angry, and I don't know what I'll do." I said honestly.

"Well, I do hope all In all goes great." Hailand said sending me a small smile.

"Me too." I whispered.
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"So, I just got off the phone with Scott and he told me they were close by, so we better go ahead and fix everything up, yeah?" Hailand asked.

I smiled and shook my head.

Hailand pulled out a few bowls and plates and we sat the food In the appropriate tablewear. I felt my stomach twist and my hands got clammy. I hope this goes well. I walked out of the kitchen and Into the bathroom. He can't see me like this. I look like I just ran a marathon. I took a towel and dabbed the sweat off  my face. I looked In the mirror to see my face has frown a pale pink. I slapped my cheeks a bit and they turned the normal shade of pink. I smiled to myself as I thought about seeing Asher again. It felt so right. How could this be? Was It destiny, or fate? All I know Is I couldn't help the smile blow over my lips. I exited the bathroom and walked back Into the kitchen.

"Are you okay?" Hailand asked.

"Yeah."

"Are you sure? You can always back down. Your looking a bit pale. Do you need to lie down?" Hailand questioned me.

I smiled at Hailand and walked over to her and embraced her.

"I'm just a little nervous but thats understandable." I said.

Hailand pulled back and looked at me.

"Are you ready for the bumpy ride we are about to take?" Hailand asked.

"Definitely." I said.

A/N

Hey guys!!!!
So, what did you think about this chapter?
This chapter was meant to be short, before anyone points It out. Well, I am exhausted. As I've said before, I live In Alabama and It Is, 12:13AM. So I'm gonna go to bed. Everyone good morning/good evening/ goodnight.

Comment what state/country your In and comment what time It Is.

~Samantha