I gave Nic's hand a squeeze, causing her to rip her eyes away from the window and focus them on me. She gave me a smile in return. I glanced back out the window and watched the different buildings we passed by.

This wouldn't be a long trip. We arrived at 10am Austrian time. This allowed for us to rest up a bit before the gala at 6pm. I think Nic wanted to do a little sightseeing, so I'll put aside my exhausted state and indulge her.

Tamsin and Zara were bickering in the front of the car. But then again, when aren't they bickering. I think it had to do with rooms, but I'm confused why they're arguing since we always do the same room assignments. When it's two to a room, Zara and I room together since she can't endure Tamsin's craziness. Actually, the only one who can endure Tamsin is Gemma, which is why she's always designated to be Tamsin's roommate.

The car rolled to a stop in the front of an extravagant hotel. The valet opened the door and assisted us out. Laurens was immediately at Tamsin's side and held his arm out for her. She wrapped her hands around his arm as he escorted her inside. Why change your bitchy ways when you're constantly treated like a princess?

Zara and Tamsin glared across the hall while they waited for the elevators. Gemma bounded over to us with the designated keys. I think it's a little ridiculous to go in separate elevators when we are all on the same floor, but to each his own. Tamsin and Zara began shoving each other so that they could get into the elevator. The boys watched, unsure of what to do. I just interlocked my fingers with Nic and led her inside. My sisters glanced up when the doors were moving shut and glared at us. I responded with a smirk and mocking wave as they ran forward.

"So are they gonna stop arguing with each other and argue with you instead?" Lala asked once the doors shut.

"That's the plan, gorgeous." I leant against the wall as I checked her out.

Although her hair was in a bun and she was wearing lounge clothes, she still looked absolutely beautiful. She blushed and looked away. I used my fingers to direct her face back to me. I then lent down and kissed her. The kiss started to get heated, but we had to pull away when we reached our floor.

I unlocked the door and gestured for her to enter first. She curtsied to me before entering.

"So Z and Ryder will be rooming with us. Shouldn't be bad since it's a suite and there are two bedrooms." I made my way to the bar area and grabbed a water.

"That's no problem. I'd be uncomfy if it were Tamsin... no offense." She rushed out.

"None taken. Now, where were we?" She yelped when I pushed her onto the couch.

I crawled on top of her and deeply kissed her. My wandering hands found their way to her boobs. I twirled my finger over her nipple, eliciting a moan from her. I swiped my tongue across her lip, begging for entry. Thankfully, she permitted my entry.

"My, God!" Nic pushed me away when Zara entered. "Can you guys go like 5 minutes without fucking?! I swear every time you see my sister, your pussy goes meow!" Zara slammed the front door shut.

"What's the matter, babe? It's a free porno." Zara elbowed Ryder.

"That's my sister you're talking about, dumbass!" She shoved him away and slammed her bedroom door shut.

"Well, I think this is the perfect time to leave the most harmonious couple alone and do a little sightseeing." I stood up. "I do regret to inform you that it'll just have to be a little since we have to get ready in a few." I gently pulled her up.

"No prob!" She hugged me. "I'm so excited!"

"Me too, cutie." I smiled. "Later, Rydz." He tilted his head up before jumping on the couch.

I directed Nic out the room at the same time Ryder flipped on the tv. He gave us a final wave before I shut the door. I asked Lala what she wanted to see, but she knew nothing about Austria. I decided to take her to a museum where we could get a flavor of Austria.

After the museum, we passed several different buildings. To the best of my ability, I identified everyone and gave a brief history about the place. I showed her where we would be going later. The place was already crowded with paps and fans. We were able to walk without being noticed, so that was a plus.

I showed her the Spanish Riding School and told her that my sister was probably there with Chico. Confirming my suspicions, Chico and Gemma exited the moment we passed by. The sickly in love couple decided to join us in site seeing. Thank God, we had to return to the hotel and get ready so we didn't have to watch them canoodle the entire time.

A glam squad came to our room to do our hair and makeup. Nic gave them explicit instructions on how her hair should be and how her makeup should look. I raised a brow in amusement, causing her to explain that Leon wanted a picture to make sure that she followed his instructions. I just chuckled while Zara rolled her eyes.

Zara was pretending to be in a bad mood, but I knew she's on cloud nine. When we walked in, Ryder and Zara were seated on the couch. He had his arm lazily draped over her. When she saw us, she pushed his arm away and stormed into the room. Before she closed it, I caught a glimpse of the ruffled sheets. Someone had a dick appointment. I made a sexual hand gesture to Ryder who laughed and nodded.

"I can't wait to see you in your dress." I turned to Nic.

Even though the dress arrived at my house, Nic demanded that I not see the dress. She wouldn't even tell me the color. I was so antsy to see her in it because I knew she was going to look gorgeous. Think about it. She's absolutely stunning, so seeing her made up is ethereal.

Nic was about to respond, but the chimes of Zara and my phone interrupted her. I grabbed my phone to see a message from Tamsin. She was demanding we convene in her room. Z and I exchanged an eye roll before getting up. I told Lala I wouldn't be long.

"You realize you're delaying our arrival?" I opened the door with an attitude.

"Mom wants us to arrive at the same time, so that we can get a family picture." I rolled my eyes at her.

"Not that I mind or anything since I love her, but I'm not sure why mom wants us all to arrive and take pictures together since Nicola will be there." Gemma stated.

I kept mum at that. Tamsin nodded her head at Gemma before looking back at me. Something seemed to cross her mind. Her eyes bulged in disbelief.

"Wait, you did tell her Nicola was coming, right?" I averted my eyes. "Right?!" Tamsin shook me this time.

"Oh, boy. This is gonna be good." Zara smirked and sat on the couch.

"Are you kidding me?! She doesn't know?! She's gonna freak!"

"It's not like I can just send Nicola away." I replied.

"Ya you can. You can just tell the driver to take her to the airport where she'll be shipped out on the next flight." Zara gave me a faux smile.

"Okay, fine. I will not. She's my date and she's coming, Tamsin. You and mother are just going to have to accept that." I crossed my arms.

"You know you can't introduce her as your girlfriend." She stated.

"And what should she be known as then?" My eyes narrowed in anger.

"Your mistress. Now, we must get ready because we're going to be late." Zara stood up. "My relationship with Ryder isn't the most popular so I will not be taking pictures with him that'll be posted among gossip magazines. Ali and I will arrive first and then circle around to 'arrive' with everyone. Coppice? Good. Let's go, Ali." She tightly grabbed my arm and led me back to the room.

"I'm annoyed because she has a point." Z and I stopped outside our room. "I can't publicly announce her because she'll be harassed by paparazzi and people would hack her stuff. Also, I can't because it could affect our company. I just don't want her feeling like I'm hiding her."

"You aren't and I'm almost positive she'd rather remain unknown. Our world can be damaging for someone who isn't used to what it entails. All you have to do is keep protecting her. Now, we are late." She opened the door and we stepped inside.

Nic stopped speaking to Ryder when she heard the door open. I gasped at the sight before me. She looked incredible in the light pink gown. I quickly took a picture of her and saved it as my lock screen. I didn't get a chance to compliment her since Zara dragged me into the room to get dressed.

As Zara had stated, we arrived 10 minutes earlier than everyone so that we could drop off our dates. To the outsider, it would appear that Ryder was Nic's date while Z and I went together. We then left them and entered the vehicle with my family.

My parents weren't happy that their arrival had been delayed because of us. I glanced at Tamsin who nodded. Surprisingly, she hadn't told my parents about Nic or Ryder. Zara came up with an excuse that I was being picky about my hair, so we were delayed. Thank you Zara for blaming me.

My mom dismissed us and plastered on a fake smile once the door was opened. We walked out and posed for pictures. The couples all posed together while Z and I were together. We did the interviews together and waved to the fans congregating around the barriers.