"The world takes something so close and special to us when we need it the most. It's how the world works. I am not going to tell you that it's going to be okay because I know it will hurt a lot."

Killian sighs and then stands up from the bed. "Yeah, I just wanted to tell you that."

I stand up from the bed. "I appreciate it." I smile at him.

"Mom, dad, and Alexander are downstairs. We are all just waiting on you. Do you want me to walk you down?"

"Sure," I say, giving him a small smile.

Killian takes my hand, and we walk out of my room. Once we get to the stairs we walk down. When my heel touches the marble floor off the staircase, I see my parents and Alexander's head turn.

Jesus.

My eyes trail to Alexander's outfit. He is wearing a suit with a white blazer. His tie is also undone, and his hair is messy but he still looks attractive. My mother is wearing a long red dress that hugs her body perfectly. Her hair is straightened and pulled back. My father is wearing a suit and a red tie, matching with my mother.

"You look beautiful, baby," my mother says once I get to the last step in front of them.

"Thanks, mom, you look beautiful too," I say with a smile.

I then turn my head to Alexander. "You clean up good, Xander," I smirk.

Alexander chuckles lightly and walks closer to me.

He puts his hands on my waist and pulls me closer to him. He leans down so that his lips touch my ear. I feel shivers go down my body making me shiver and feel tingles in my stomach.

"And you look fucking divine, angel."

Thirty Eight

The ball is being held at this huge mansion that is near the beach on a huge cliff. It took almost an hour to get here but that's because of the traffic.

My parents, brother, Alexander, and I all came in the same limo. Leo and Emma are already here at the party because they are the hosts this year.

There are a lot of people here and a lot of expensive cars parked in front of the mansion. We get out of the limo along with my parents, brother, and Alexander.

"Ready?" Alexander asks as he puts his hand on my waist.

I look at him and smile. "Are you?" I ask raising my eyebrow at him.

"As long as you’re by my side I will always be ready," Alexander smirks.

I roll my eyes and walk towards the entrance. Everyone is dressed in elegant dresses and suits. Very formal. There are tables set up and then the stage in the front of the room.