Chapter 9

“What’s the occasion?” I asked with a laugh as I stepped into her room with caution.

“Sophie!” She shrieked happily as she rushed to hug me.

“Hey” I said as I wrapped my arms around her tall frame.

“I didn’t know you were coming “ she said as she pulled away from the hug.

“Me too” I said with a sad smile.

“Are you okay?, tell me what’s wrong” she said as she directed me to a free spot on her bed.

“I will, when you let me know why your room is in this manner “ I said with a smile as she let out a laugh.

“You should see the dressing room. I’m so indecisive Sophie “ she said as she stood to lead me into her dressing room.

“Tell me something I don’t know “ I remarked with a chuckle.

“James asked me out” she said with excitement on her face.

I was excited for her.

“That’s so good. You guys look good together “I said with a smile.

“I know. I don’t know what to wear though “ she said as her lips formed a thin line.

“Help me, please” she she begged with her hands together.

“Of course” I said . Might as well take my mind off Leo and his craziness.

“What’s the venue and what vibe?” I questioned as I looked through her dresses. She had a lot. A lot was an understatement.

“He told me to wear a dress and he wouldn’t give me any other detail cause it is a surprise “ she said.

“Where do you think? “ she asked me.

“Maybe a fancy dinner?” I asked her.

“Maybe, but anyways the dress has to amazing” she stated.

“You mean stunningly mesmerizing “ I added.

“Ugh.I love how you think” she said with a happy clap.

“Let’s get you that perfect dress “ I said as we began our search.

Two hours of sampling and criticizing a mountain of dresses.We found the perfect one.

It was a gold simmering gown. Fitted to her figure. She looked so beautiful.

"Sophie, you're the best!" she commented with glee written over her face.

I felt good.

"Let's get you ready then. He plans to pick you up by what time?" I questioned.

"He said 8pm" she stated as I checked the time it was a quarter to 7pm.

"Let's hurry up then" I said as I sat her down to help in styling her hair.

"You wanted to tell me something. " she said.

"When you get back from your date ." I told her.

"Are you sure?, I'm all ears now ,you can tell me anything " she said trying to reassure me.

"I know. It's best I tell you after your date. I want you to enjoy yourself and have fun. " I said with a smile.

There was no reason for me to weigh her mood down with my drama.

I had all the time in the world to tell her.

" Okay. I promise when I'm back we'll discuss." She stated.

"Sure" I said as I began applying the eyeshadow on her eyes.

The final look was beautiful. She smiled and rubbed her palms together nervously.

"Do you think it's too much?" She asked.

"Of course not. You can never be too much" I assured her.

"Alright. I hope everything works out well" she said nervously.

It had been long since I saw her this nervous about a man.

It was fun to watch because then, it gave me something to tease her with later.

"Me too " I said as I heard the knock on door.

"Come in" Paris said while gathering her clutch and lipgloss.

"Ma'am, your guest has arrived " the homeworker said.

"Thanks " Paris answered as she hugged me before heading out.

I followed to see her out.

"Goodluck!" I wished as she giggled and waved goodbye.

I watched them from the window as they hugged and smiled at each other.

They were so cute. I thought with a smile as I walked back to her room to help her arrange her dresses . The drama with Leo will just have to wait.

I headed down the stairs to grab a snack and chill. I wasn't ready to head home yet.

Paris' mother was in the dining room,eyes focused on the laptop at her front.

I smiled as I noticed how she pushed her glasses at the bridge of her nose at intervals.

This lasted a while before she noticed me munching on some random bag of chips I found in the kitchen.

"Sophia!" she exclaimed with a warm smile.

"I didn't see you there " she added

"That's alright Mrs. Class. Just came to get some snacks " I said with a smile.

"You plan on waiting for Paris to get back?" she asked.

"Maybe?, I'm not so sure" I said with a chuckle.

"Mm. You can chill here. There should be something fun somewhere in this house " she jokingly said.

I laughed.The house was pretty big.

"Thanks Mrs.Class" I said.

"Angela.You make me sound so old " she said.

"Sorry. I'll try getting used to Angela" I said with a light smile.

"How is Grace? " she asked.

"Still sick but it's not as bad" I replied.

"I hope she gets better soon "Angela said with caring eyes.

"Does she need a refill?" She asked.

"No. The medicine you gave us has been sufficient, and will continue to be so.Thank you once again" I said in appreciation.

"That's the least I can do. Grace is my very good friend "

"What college does Stan plan on going to? " Angela continued as she closed her laptop and focused on me.

" Um, we've never actually discussed that. " I said with an awkward smile. Stan is a good pretender, he acts like he doesn't want to do things like his peers.

Forcing himself to be a man as such an early age. I did it and I hated it. I had no choice but he does.

I've always known he does such to help. To be honest, helping will be simply to live like his age because then I won't feel guilty whenever he pays some bills.

I've made the sacrifice for us. He doesn't have to do such. I've tried explaining all these to him but he doesn't see the sense it.

I don't blame him cause at the same time he is right to think that way too .

"Well, when he decides, I don't mind linking him through. Okay?" Angela said interrupting my thoughts.

"Yes, ofcourse. Thank you Angela " I said with a smile.

"You don't have to thank me. You're already keeping me company " she jokingly said as I let out a short laugh .

Angela was a medical doctor, Paris' father was a contractor and since they separated, I can imagine how lonely the house may seem especially with Paris relocating soon.

It was kind of sad but she seemed to take it all in with strength .

I wonder how she felt at first when she divorced Mr. Class, she kept his name still, probably because of business reasons.

Maybe she would have some experience with men drama. I thought, as I considered seeking her opinion on the Leo situation