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whether you like it or not.” He stuck out his tongue in defiance and I pouted.
    Wow, it must be catching.
    “Speaking of being direct what’s with the clothes?”
    “What do you mean?” I frowned, dropping my eyes down to my outfit.
    “Well these baggy ass jeans and t-shirt, you’ve got to learn to show your body off a little. I know what, I’m going to take you shopping on Saturday.”
    My eyes widened in horror. “Errrrrm, I don’t think so.”
    “Sweetie, I wasn’t asking and I will get you into a dress for the party.”
    “What party?” I squeaked, almost hyperventilating.
    “The one we’re going to on Saturday.”
    Oh hell no.
    “I haven’t agreed to go yet and I’m definitely not wearing a dress.”
    “We’ll see.” He shot me a wink and from the look in his eye, refusal was not an option. “Do you fancy coming round to mine for film night tonight? We can celebrate our new found friendship watching The Notebook.”
    I eyed him warily. “Have you got plenty of popcorn?” I was a film and popcorn girl, the two things simply had to go together
    “Of course, what rookie has a film night without?” He shook his head bemusedly, like I was even crazy to ask.
    A large smile spread across my face. “Throw in some maltesers and I’m there.” I could easily be bought with maltesers, they were one of my many addictions.
    Elijah’s eyes widened with delight. “Ooh I can challenge you to a contest, to see who can hold the most maltesers in their mouth. I have been crowned champion on many occasion.” He blew and then shined his fist against his shirt, acting like it was an act of achievement.
    I bite my lip, suppressing my smile. He obviously hadn’t met his match. I was going to show him a thing or two.
    “Challenge accepted, I think I have it in the bag though.” I took a large swig of my drink and he raised his eyebrows.
    “Oh sweetie, don’t start bragging yet, cause I am great at accommodating for large things in my mouth.”
    I spat half of my drink out in shock, before choking on the rest. “You did not just say that!” I asked in between coughs.
    His smile grew even wider. “Sweetie, get used to it, I don’t hold back either.” He shot me a wink and from the look on his face I could tell he wasn’t joking.
    “Well things are certainly never going to be dull with you around,” I said chuckling, attempting to take another sip of my drink.
    “Sweetie I’m only getting started…”
     

Chapter 3 - Party Time
     
     
    Walking to the party I shot a hesitant look over at Elijah. He smiled back, giving my hand another reassuring squeeze. I gripped his even tighter, toppling over in the black wedge heels I was wearing was not an option. I concentrated hard, to maintain an upright position. Each hesitant step was short and measured, like walking a tight rope. The shoes I was wearing pushed me over the 6ft mark, so I felt more giant like than supermodel, the phrase Elijah had used the moment I answered the door.
    I grimaced and longed for the comfort of my converse, but the threat to burn them had been enough to make me put on the wedges. I hated them, they were crippling my poor feet and right now I wished I could burn them instead.
    Hmm maybe later.
    The shopping trip had been long and arduous, but thanks to Elijah and of course my poor savings, I now had a brand spanking new wardrobe. Despite the torture the highlight of the day had to be the standoff between Elijah and another girl, over the dress I was now wearing.
    His refusal to back down had been quite scary. I was just grateful to be on his side, cause boy did those claws come out when he got angry and I was pretty sure he wasn’t afraid to use them.
    The silver dress shimmered with every movement I made, capturing the light just perfectly. I’d been reluctant to buy at first, but Elijah possessed the kind of power of persuasion you could never say no to.
    The dress hit just below my mid thigh. It was long enough to stop me