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Elora

"Really?!" I jumped out of my bed with joy, clapping my hands. I've waited so long for this day to finally come.

Duke chuckled, pulling the comforter of his yummy body. He was just in sweatpants, looking unfairly attractive with bed head. "Yes, we're sure there's no other vampires or werewolves in the state. Just be careful, okay?" He gave me a pointed look.

I nodded vigorously, "Yes I'll be so careful I won't even..." I tried to think about things I could say to reassure him, but I fully plan on having a normal day at school. I shrugged, skipping to the bathroom, "I don't know, but whatever unsafe thing you're thinking, just know I won't do it!" I rushed out.

I turned the shower on and got ready for the day. I missed actually dressing cute to go somewhere and getting compliments on my cute clothes. I can't wait to see Willow and Jason and all the other people I talk to during class. Oh! I have a track meet after school too!

I got ready in record time, dressing in a dusty sage plaid skirt and pullover. I put my hair up in a ponytail, and skipped down the halls.

I opened Theo's door, seeing him playing his game console. He smiled up at me, setting the remote down. "You look extra pretty today, princess. Did I miss something?" He asked.

"Duke said I can go back to school today!" I cheesed.

He looked to the side, as if he was trying not to look annoyed, "Oh goodie."

I giggled, sitting next to him on his bed. "You know, I was thinking. Willow cheated her way into being president of the senior class. So she must have really wanted it, right?"

He rolled his eyes, "Or she's just a slut-"

"Anyways," I gave him a stern look. That might be kinda true, but she's still my friend. "She asked me to do most of her duties. So I'm doing my own, and hers too. I figured if she wanted to be President that badly, she should be doing her own work. So I'm going to tell her that," I explained.

I'm not mad at what she did or how she did it, but I do believe she needs to dedicate herself to the role more. If she wanted this, this is what she's going to get.

Theo smirked, "Is this you saying you'd rather be home with us than doing boring school shit?"

I smiled, "That might have something to do with it," I flirted as I got up and left his room.

~•~

School was absolutely wonderful. I had a pop quiz that I did really well on, my teachers were all thrilled to see me, and I spent a lot of time doing mine and Willows duties. I cherished doing hers, knowing it'll be the last time. I don't dislike helping out and actually doing the tasks, but it'll be nice to have time for myself.

I walked into the locker room, seeing Willow undressing. "Hey!" I smiled.

She grinned at me, "You're back! I can't even explain how happy I am to see you. You're the only one who keeps me sane here, I swear," she joked.

I started undressing to change into my track outfit. "I'm happy to be back, I've missed everyone," I admitted. I smiled at her, "Hey there's actually something I want to talk to you about."

She nodded, "Okay well now I'm panicking," she chuckled, eyeing me cautiously. "What's up?"

We started walking out to the track. "So I guess I didn't realize how much you like being the senior class president. I just feel like I'm taking a lot of the responsibilities away from you." I thought about my wording, trying to make this come off as agreeable as possible. "I guess I'm trying to say that I am going to let you do the senior class president duties, I know how much it means to you," I smiled.

Willow looked like a deer in headlights. She ran her hand through her curly hair, "Uh wow," she let out a small laugh. "I mean, yes of course. I just thought you liked doing them too," she stumbled through her words.

I bit my lip, "I do, but I don't want to take that away from you, you know?"

She cocked her eyebrow, pressing her lips together. "Yeah definitely, it's whatever," she shrugged. She seems annoyed at me... She took a frustrated breath and gave me a forced smile, "Would you mind making me a list of the things I need to do?" She asked.

I nodded, "Yeah definitely," I smiled. "I know it's been a bit, and if you need a refresher on anything, I'd be happy to help-"

"No thanks, I've got it. After all they are my responsibilities, Elora."

I pushed my head back in surprise. She snapped at me when I was just trying to help. I nervously wrapped my arm around my stomach as we walked in silence. I really don't like it when people are upset with me, it makes my stomach feel heavy and my mind swarm with guilt.

We sat on the track like we always do, watching the football team try to impress the cheerleaders and vice versa.

Willow sighed and nudged me, "I'm sorry, I've just had a lot going on lately, you wouldn't understand," she smiled at me.

Uh. Okay? I always have a lot going on, too. But I'm not in a competition with her, so I figured it's best not to comment on it. "Don't worry about it," I smiled.

She turned towards me, "Are you going to Daniels party tonight?" She asked.

I didn't even know there was a party. I wasn't invited, and party goers aren't really my crowd. "No, I don't think so."

"Yes you are, smalls!" Willow and I both flinched at Jason's large body plopping down next to us. For such a big dude, he's sneaky. He gave me a pointed look, "We won't take no for an answer. You never do fun stuff with us."

My palms got sweaty as I looked between them. I don't know... I'd rather be at home with my guys. "Wait, it's Monday night, what's everyone doing going to a party?" I asked. That's really irresponsible.

Willow chuckled, "Girl, do you live under a rock? Tomorrow's senior skip day. Party tonight, sleep in tomorrow," she smirked.

Wow I'm really not getting the memo around here. I don't like the thought of skipping school, but it is a tradition. It would bother me more if I was the only senior that shows up tomorrow. I shrugged, "Is everyone going to be there tonight?" I asked.

Jason nodded, "All the seniors. Come on, it'll be so weird if you don't show up. You'll have fun, I promise kiddo," he urged.

Willow grabbed my hand, "Please? I know you have this weird social awkwardness thing, I swear I won't leave your side. And if you want to go, we'll go," she looked at me hopefully.

That doesn't sound so bad... and it wouldn't be a bad idea to get to know the people I talk to outside of school. I sighed, "I have to ask, so maybe," I gave.

Oh. I looked up in the bleachers, my gaze landed on my guys, all giving me a calculating gaze. That doesn't look promising.

Jason pushed his eyebrows together, "Aren't you 18?" He asked.

There's nothing wrong with me asking them if I can go. I respect their opinions. I returned Jason's look, "Aren't you supposed to be practicing?" I shot back.

He held his hands up in surrender, "Well you should ask sooner than later, most of us are taking off to Daniels house after sports are over. The party's already started," he informed, standing up and walking away.

Ugh. On a random Monday. Because that makes total sense. They should have let me pick what day senior skip day falls on, I'd pick a Friday, not a lousy Tuesday. Seriously, there's a reason people trust me with these things.

Willow squeezed my hand, "I don't want to be the asshole to peer pressure you, but it's going to be really fun. You should come," she gave me a comforting smile.

I smiled back at her, "I'll be right back," I stood up, walking to the bleachers.

The chance of them telling me no are way more likely than them agreeing to this. There's still creepy vampires and werewolf's who really don't like me out there. But Lucifer is always in my head, and if someone or something shows up, he'll come get me.

As I ascended up the steps, I watched them all in a heated discussion, looking like they're arguing. I strained my ears, trying to pick out bits and pieces of their hushed voices in the noisy crowd of people.

"She never has any fun," Theo exclaimed.

"Drunk stupid teenagers sounds fun to you?" Felix glared at Theo.

"She should go out and have fun with her friends," Duke reasoned.

"Absolutely not. She wouldn't be comfortable there, to say the least," Quin said firmly.

"I don't like the idea either, but it might be good for her," Eugene shrugged.

"It's not up to us," Dane gave them all a calming look.

"The fuck it isn't. She prefers us making decisions," Lucifer said lowly.

I could barely hear them, they were all speaking over one another. Oh jeez is it even worth asking? I mean, all the things they're saying are factors I've already considered.

I walked up and the last thing I heard was Theo mumbling 'I'll kill you.'

I stood in front of them, gauging their expressions before I spoke. "Can I go?" I asked.

A mixture between yes's and no's reached my ears, conflicting me further.

Quin gave me a stern look, "Teenagers do stupid things at parties, sweetheart. No."

Theo rolled his eyes, "She can learn that for herself," he defended. He narrowed his eyes at Quin, "What did I just say to you?" He muttered.

Dane held his hand out, pushing Theo back, "No ones killing anyone," he he said calmly. He gave me a gentle look, "What do you want to do, angel?"

I bit my lip. "I don't want to be left out. Everyone's going, and even if I just pop in to say hi, I'd like to go," explained sweetly.

Felix and Quin both gave me a stern look, obviously hating the idea.

"Can you be responsible?" Lucifer questioned.

I raised my eyebrows. Has he met me? I'm the most level headed person I know. My shoulders dropped slightly and I smiled, "Do you really have to ask that?"

Felix glanced at Lucifer before his lip turned up in a small smirk. "If you truly want to experience this, you're going to learn why we're so hesitant to allow you to go the hard way," he added. "You're going to be on your own, baby. None of us can go with you, do you realize that?"

I nodded, "I'll be fine, everyone here loves me," I smiled. "Is that a yes?" I asked.

Duke smiled, "Yes, just have fun, don't let them stress you out," he gestured to Felix, Quin, and Lucifer.

I smiled, nervous and excited about my first high school party. "Thank you!" I grinned.

I jogged back down the bleachers. "Make good decisions," Lucifer warned quietly.

I smiled at Willow, "Do I need to change or anything? Or can I wear the outfit I wore to school?" I asked.

She smiled, "You can come?!" She stood up next to me. She grabbed my hands and jumped a bit, "I'm so excited! No, no one actually dresses up for these things. I sure don't, I can't stand most of these bafoons anyways," she dismissed. She wiggled her eyebrows, "And Daniel is such eye candy, not to mention his house is massive," she gushed.

I cocked my eyebrow, confused. "Aren't you dating Jason?" I asked.

She rolled her eyes, "Eh, something like that," she shrugged. "I just said he's cute, sue me," she winked, laughing it off.

~•~

Willow, Jason, and I got out of his jeep, blinking up at the huge modern, square shaped house in front of us. Daniels parents are well known lawyers in town, and they obviously flaunt their wealth.

He lives in an area like I do, far away from town and decently secluded. That's good because there's lots of cars, people, and loud music coming from inside. I highly doubt neighbors of any kind would appreciate this rowdiness.

Willow grabbed my hand, giving me an excited squeeze, "You'll have fun," she said warmly, probably noticing my slight uncomfortableness.

I smiled, glad that I have friends who are so nice to me. We walked behind Jason as we entered the house.

The music is so loud, and there's familiar faces everywhere. Most people are around the house in groups talking, some are dancing, and there's a ping pong game happening or something in the corner. This actually doesn't seem so bad.

Jason looked at Willow and I, "I'm driving, so go crazy girls," he chuckled.

Willow pulled me away, towards the kitchen, "You don't have to tell me twice!" She called over her shoulder.

She grabbed two glass bottles that are labeled 'Smirnoff Ice' out of a cooler and handed me one. "You've drank before, right?" She asked.

I shook my head. There was one time a long time ago when I accidentally took a sip of Felix's whisky because I thought it was apple juice. It was really gross and I got in trouble.

She raised her eyebrows, "Oh, well you don't have to if you don't want, but these are pretty good, they won't get you drunk or anything," she informed.

I looked around, seeing everyone with some kind of beverage in their hand. Why not? I smiled, "I like pink lemonade, I'll try it."

I took a sip, deciding I like it. I think alcohol is supposed to taste bad, but this doesn't taste bad at all. I'd choose juice or soda over it any day, because of the weird kick it has, but I don't mind it.

"Hey Elora!" I turned, seeing Daniel walking up behind me with Jason and a few of the other guys on the football team. "I didn't know you were coming," he leaned against the counter.

I smiled, "Willow and Jason asked me to come."

He raised his eyebrows, "We'll I'm glad you're here. What would the senior class do without our fearless leader here?" He joked.

"Hi Daniel," Willow said suddenly, her smile not quite reaching her eyes. Jason's arms were around her waist, but her eyes were locked on Daniel. Weird...

He glanced up at her, "Oh hey Winter, how's it going?" He smiled, clearly not knowing the mistake he just made. Oof.

Her face fell for a split second before she chuckled, "It's Willow, your actual fearless leader," she smiled.

Daniel rubbed the back of his neck, looking nervous, "Ah shit, sorry. I don't know why I-" he took a breath, "You know what? The keg just got here, want to come use it before it gets covered in everyone's spit?" He pointed to the back door.

Nice save. Very smooth. What's a keg.

Willow still looked annoyed but smiled, "Absolutely," she agreed. She broke away from Jason kind of harshly, following the group out.

I fell in step next to her. "What's a keg?"

"It's basically a beer dispenser, I'll show you."

There was two large tin barrels in the backyard, I'm assuming those are kegs.

Jason patted one of the legs, grinning at Willow and I, "Ladies first."

I wiggled my drink, "I have this, I think I'll pass," I said politely.

Willow looked around at the football players for a bit before she smiled, "I'll do it." She set her drink down, stepping in front of the barrel. "Grab my feet?" She asked Jason.

She kicked herself off the ground, and Jason grabbed her legs, making her do a handstand. She stick the dispenser in her mouth and began chugging mouthfuls down.

I opened my mouth in shock, listening to everyone around her hoot and cheer her on. I laughed, joining in with everyone, impressed with how much she's drinking.

She dropped to her feet, throwing her hands in he air, "Bow down bitches!" She joked.

Daniel clapped, "Well done," he nodded.

Willow smiled at me, "Your turn!" She called.

I widened my eyes, "Oh I'll break my neck if I try to do a handstand," I shook my head.

Willow grabbed my hand and pulled me to the other keg, the one with a clean unused dispenser. "Jason will help keep you up, come on, it's fun!" She hip bumped me.

There was a small crowd of people around us now, after Willows impressive performance with the keg, probably waiting their turn. I looked around nervously, not wanting to have this attention. "Okay, but only for a second," I agreed.

Jason hand his hands out, "Alright smalls, up you go," he nodded at me.

I set my drink at my feet, where I could see it and grabbed the edge of the barrel. I kicked my legs up, feeling Jason grab my calf's and Willows hands on my thighs. I raised my eyebrows at her and she gave me a pointed look, "Skirt," she winked at me.

Oh! I didn't even think about that, I'm glad she caught my skirt before it fell, showing the whole senior class my ass.

I put the dispenser in my mouth and turned the tab, just like Willow did before. Everyone around me was immediately hollering, chanting my name. The beer- which is very icky- stated to pour into my mouth quickly, giving me no choice but to swallow it. It was a lot, and my heads starting to feel hot from being upside down.

Between chugging, the blood rushing to my head, and everyone chanting, I was overwhelmed. I turned the tap off and Jason and Willow let go of my legs.

I stood up, smiling at everyone who swarmed around the kegs. Willow grinned at me, "Girl, you killed that!" She said excitedly.

I grabbed my drink off the ground and followed her and Jason inside, away from the kegs. "I definitely like this better than beer," I pointed to my drink and giggled.

"Shocking!" Jason teased. "I'm going to go find some of my friends, I'll catch up with you later, okay?" He waved at us as he walked off.

I took the opportunity to pry just a bit, "Is everything okay between you two?" I asked Willow. I keep getting this feeling that something changed between Saturday and now. She was just telling me about how sweet he is, and now she's acting like she wants nothing to do with him. And he seems like he's confused.

Willow shrugged, grabbing my now empty bottle and throwing it away. "I don't know... he's been acting strange. Like he keeps getting upset over the smallest things. I guess it was just more fun when we were hooking up. I don't know how to tell him that though."

So she lost feelings in two days? Wow. I don't want to use the word shallow, but that was fast. I bit my lip, kind of feeling bad for Jason. "Maybe you should just tell him? He's always been easy going, I don't think he'll mind as long as your honest-"

"Girl, he can't do better than me and he knows it. Losing me would like break his little heart," she laughed, rolling her eyes.

I tensed, not knowing how to respond to that. She's very pretty, but that doesn't give her the right to treat him like a toy. I think she's just having a really off day.

She pulled out two red cups, "I'm going to make us something a bit stronger," she shrugged her shoulders, like she was asking me if I'm okay with that.

I nodded, "Sure, as long as it's not that gross beer stuff," I giggled, glad for the subject change.

I spotted a whole plethora of treats on the counter and grinned, going straight for the cupcakes. "Wait Elora-" Willow said as I took a bite out of one.

"Hm?" I asked as I chewed.

She paused, glancing around the empty kitchen. "Nothing," she shook her head. "Strawberry or raspberry?" She asked, pointing at two bottles of rum.

"Strawberry please," I answered. Quin would kill me if he knew I was having sweets and sugary drinks.

I finished my cupcake, grabbing the cup Willow handed me. It's starting to get dark out now, and a bunch of small lights lit up the rooms in different colored strips.