Page 78 of Make You Love Me

“Shit,yeah,Ineededthis,” Ashley moans from beside me. I look over at her reclining in the pedicure chair next to mine as her legs and feet are being massaged.

“Damn girl, if you moan any louder, people are going to get the wrong idea about this place,” I say, swatting at her arm. We both burst out laughing.

“I'm so excited for tonight. I cannot wait to be all dolled up. The guys are going to be so hot. I don’t know if I should even bother with panties,” Ashley rambles as the ladies next to us giggle.

“You have no filter, do you?” I ask.

“Who me? Fuck no. Never have, never will. And that’s what you love about me.”

“You're right. That’s one of the many things I love about your crazy ass.” I blow a kiss in her direction.

“Are you ready for tonight? I mean, with all that comes with it,” she asks, concern filling her eyes.

“It’s definitely going to be an emotional evening, but I think I’ll be okay. Especially now that I’ll have you guys with me. Thanks again for coming this weekend. It means a lot to me,” I say, trying my best to keep my feelings at bay.

“Aw babe, of course. You know I'm here when you need me.”

“This really does feel so fricken good,” I exhale, leaning further back into my chair.

“Yeah, you need it after all the physical work you put in last night.” Ashley giggles.

That has me blushing a bit. I guess Greyson and I were louder than I thought. He swore the sound of the shower would drown out our noises.

“No need to be all shy now… I’m just happy you’re happy again,” she says.

“I really am, and you’re one to talk. I don’t think Trent’s hands have left your body for more than a few minutes this weekend.” I grin. Her reply is a silent, dreamy smile, and the look on her face says more than words can. She’s in deep.

As we sit at the drying station, my phone vibrates in my lap with a text from Grey.

Greyson:You two heading back? We have to hit the road.

Me:Soon, just finishing up.

Greyson:Good… see you soon, pretty girl!

Me:PS- they totally heard us last night… the shower hid nothing!

Greyson:Would you be mad if I said I didn’t care… I enjoyed you screaming my name, and I’d do it again. You didn’t seem to care either when my cock was deep inside you.

Me:You’re incorrigible.

Greyson:Love you too, Babygirl.

The drive back to Richmond takes us longer than usual, so by the time we arrive, we’re rushing to get ourselves ready.

Ethel keeps her comments to a minimum as we scurry around the house. However, she informs us she will head to the Gala ahead of us so she can ensure everything is set to her standards.

Trent and Greyson get themselves ready in a guest room down the hall while Ashley and I take over my room. It seriously looks like a glam squad took over my space. There are numerous garment bags hanging around the room. Multiple hair tools and sprays sprawled along my bathroom counter, and makeup spread from one end of my dresser to the other. Thank God for my bestie.

We lose track of time amongst the hair spray and shimmering fabrics, and it’s not long until we hear the booming of the guys ‘voices telling us we need to get going.

“Damn Tig, I think I'm ditching Trent and taking you as my date,” she says as I take a final twirl in the full-length mirror. Not going to lie, I love the reflection staring back at me.

My dress is a light champagne full-length gown with a draped neckline. Its mermaid style and shimmering fabric accentuate all my curves. I feel amazing. Ashley styled my hair in long loose curls and one side is pinned back with one of Gigi’s ornate hairpins. My makeup is done in a neutral smokey eye, and the false lashes Ashley put on make me feel like a total vixen.I can't wait to see Greyson's expression when he takes me in.

Ashley’s reflection joins mine in the mirror. She looks absolutely stunning in her tight red slinky dress. The low back looks amazing on her with her blonde hair in a loose up-do. I loaned her one of Gigi’s elaborate pairs of earrings and I think they really pull the whole look together.

Walking down the stairs of Ethel’s house feels like something out of a princess movie. The slight curve to the staircase, the feel of the dress behind me. Not to mention the handsome as sin suit-clad Greyson waiting at the bottom. His expression is everything. The way his eyes roam over every inch of me has me grinning from ear to ear.

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