31. [Isabella]

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After the surprise date with Thomas, we spent the rest of the week together besides Christmas Day since we were both busy. He had something important to do while I spent the day with my family. And when I said family, I meant my whole family. My grandparents, cousins, aunts, and uncles flew in for our annual Christmas dinner. When my cousins first saw me they could hardly recognize me. Some of them even started crying, while others just stared. I was only able to awkwardly thank them, before my grandparents started showering me with compliments. Even though they already saw me at my birthday party, they couldn't believe their eyes. Apparently I had changed. They said something about a glow I had, whatever that means.

"Little Beauty, are you almost done?" Thomas' voice echoed loudly.

"Almost!" I called back.

"Please hurry, Izzy," he pleaded, as I heard his footsteps pacing back and forth. "We can't be late!"

I sighed and rolled my eyes at him. Since today was New Year's Eve, Thomas really wanted to take me to Time Square to watch the ball drop at midnight. So ever since he got here this morning, he'd been rushing me to get ready. I, of course, just wanted to stay home and watch the ball drop like every other year, but Thomas insisted we had to go. Saying something like living life to the fullest and whatnot. Eventually I gave up, and agreed to go.

I put my sweater on, and walked outside. Almost bumping into Thomas, I covered a small giggle when I saw him pulling at his hair. He seriously needed to calm down, before a mental breakdown happens. Tapping his shoulder, he twisted around, and the look on his face was priceless. His jaw dropped open, as he continued to stare at me, blubbering incoherent words.

"How do I look?"

He shook his head, his eyes dazed. "A-amazing." He gulped, suddenly pulling me into his warm embrace. My eyes widened when I heard his rapid heartbeat. Feeling his soft fingers run through my hair, he brought me closer and whispered into my ear. "You're absolutely stunning, Little Beauty."

"Thanks," I mumbled against his chest. I soon felt the familiar heat creeping up my cheeks.

"Welcome." He bent down and kissed my forehead. "Now, let's go before all the good spots are taken," he said as he cupped my chin.

"Thomas don't worry, it's only three in the afternoon."

"I know," he replied, "but we have to get there on time, no matter what." His voice sounded determined.

"Why?" I asked. It's not like we're going to be late or something.

He blinked and avoided my gaze. "Um, no reason." He grinned mischievously. I arched a brow at him. What is this boy hiding? "Anyways, we can talk on the car ride there, let's just hurry," Thomas said and gently pushed me forward.

I laughed and grabbed his hand. "Alright. But first let me grab my coat, or I'll freeze to death."

He nodded, as I headed over to my closet. I grabbed the coat I'd laid out the night before, and quickly put it on. I then ran back into my room to see Thomas glancing at his watch. I rolled my eyes. He is such a worrier.

"Come on!" I shouted, catching his attention. "Let's hurry otherwise we'll be late." As I rushed out of my room, I smiled happily when I heard the house at a peaceful standstill. Since I knew that Thomas was coming over today, I made sure everyone stayed in their rooms. I didn't need another disaster waiting to happen.

When we were outside, I met the driver that was supposed to take us to the train station. We decided at the last minute we didn't want to worry about finding parking spaces, with it being New Years and all. Most of the roads will be blocked off anyways by the time we get to Time Square, so it's better to go on foot.

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