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{El's POV}

Max's grip is still firm on my arm as I watch Mike walk into the kitchen, carrying something behind his back. Max smiles as she releases me from her hold, the rest of the boys in the room smile cheekily and go silent as Mike pulls out a banner from behind him.

My eyes go wide with surprise and confusion at the same time as I read what is written in significant writing on the banner. "El, will you go to the snowball with me?"

I distinctly remember talking with Mike about how they were going to the snowball and how he said it wouldn't be the same without me. It did leave me pretty upset, not being able to make it; however, Will and I turned it into our fun night by going out to eat ice cream, even in the cold December weather; we loved every minute of it.

"But t-the Snowball was a few weeks ago??"

Max smiles as she walks towards me. "Yes, however, it wasn't the same without you guys." She darts a mischievous glance over towards Mike. "And thanks to your boyfriend's romantic ways... we thought we would just recreate it for you!"

"Shut it. Max" Mike growls as his face turns a fair shade of pink causing the rest of the kids to chuckle in the background.

"Just follow me," Mike says as he reaches out for my hand. He leads me to the backyard, which Max didn't let me look out on earlier.

My eyes go wide as I observe my surroundings. "Wow"

Mikes garden is covered in white fairy lights, which perfectly complement the setting sun and the leftover snow. There are tables with food and drinks which Mrs Wheeler and Joyce are still setting up. Meanwhile, Murray is turning a few heart lamps that line the floor of the garden. He curses to himself as he almost trips over them, causing Joyce to chuckle.

Lights are hanging from the giant oak tree which stands in the Wheelers backyard. And in the middle in a DJ Booth in which Jonathan is standing.

We turn away from the set up as Mike looks at me nervously.

"D-do you like it?" Mike asks apprehensively scratching the back of his neck while his other hand holds onto the self-made banner.

{Mike's POV}

Her eyes are wide as she further observes her surroundings, until she turns to me, a broad smile spreading on her face"Like it?! I love it!"

She pulls me into a close embrace.

"Thank you, Mike" She muffles into my shoulder. "This is so very special."

"Your welcome" I start to answer. "However, you didn't answer my question.

We pull apart from our embrace, as confusion replaces the massive grin that was on her face. I hold the banner up infront of me once again and give her a sort of puppy eyes.

Her face relaxes once again, as she places a finger against her finger. As if contemplating whether or not to accept my request.

However, seconds later, she smiles cheekily as she jumps into my arms, catching me off guard as I almost fall backwards.

We both giggle.

She kisses me softly before finally answering. "Of course, Mike."

-

{El's POV}

"I dont know Max, I feel weird,"  I say as I pat down the fluffy blue dress that is close to consuming me due to its size. Max had gotten dresses for the dance, and we are currently in the dilemma of choosing one. Nancy had already done my make up in a very simplistic yet elegant way, topping the simple look off with some red lip gloss. She also managed to make my hair fall in charming waves. Im in awe of how much effort my friends but into this to make this night fun, however picking the dress has become harder than expected. I've already tried on about four dresses, and we still haven't found one that truly suits me. So here we are, Suzie Max and I, in Nancy's room with many dresses lying all over the floor.

"Okay wait I think I have another one" Max says, helping unzip the dress. Max is wearing a black denim skirt with a red sweater which perfectly compliments her fiery hair. I love that Max stays herself and decides against wearing a dress.

"Alright" I respond, trying not to sound a little defeated, the truth is, I want this to be perfect.

"Dont be discouraged" Suzie adds, placing a comforting hand on my shoulder. "Im sure this will be the one. Suzie is wearing a dainty and fluffy blue dress, which perfectly matches her bubbly personality.

I nod with a tight smile.

Max helps me into a simple red dress and zips it closed.

"Okay ready?" she asks, as she holds onto my shoulders to turn me towards the mirror.

I inhale deeply and nod as Max spins me around and I open my eyes.

My eyes go wide as I take in my appearance. "Oh my."

The dress falls perfectly on me, hugging my torso and then going out softly over my hips and reaching just over my knees. The red sleeves fall delicately over my shoulders, and I smile at the way the dress perfectly matches my red lips. It's more mature than the dress I wore last year; however, it merely feels right.

"You look amazing, El!" Max screams, clapping her hands together in excitement. "What do you think?"

I look myself up and down one last time. "I love it."

{Mike's POV}

I fix the tie on my shirt, I had gotten a new white and red striped one and had gotten a new red sweater to wear under my corduroy jacket.

I nervously tug on it, catching Lucas's attention. He walks over to me, patting my back comfortingly. "You look, great man, promise."

I smile tightly at Lucas, thanking him for his reassurance with a quick nod.

Looking into my mirror, I notice Will, sitting slumped on my bed looking rather upset. I walk over to him. "Will are you okay?"

He looks up at Mike, slightly flustered. "Oh, yeah, Im fine."

"No, you're not," I tell him, sitting down next to him on the bed.

He doesnt answer, knowing that I can always tell when he is lying and that there is no point in even trying.

Then it clicks in my head. "This is about Andrew isnt it."

I know that Andrew and Will have gotten relatively close since I last saw him for thanksgiving; still, they haven't put any sort of label on it. Nevertheless, he probably wants to have him here with him today.

Will sighs deeply. "I dont know, I guess I just wish he were here right now, you know?"

"Yeah, I get it" I answer quietly. "Im sorry, Will."

"No, it's okay, it's not your fault," Will says, sitting upright on my bed and straightening up his blazer. "Dont let me ruin your night, besides I want to go have some fun."

Will stands up, stretching his arms up in the air dramatically. "LETS PARTY!"

Dustin and Lucas both chuckle.

"Im gonna go check on Suzie the girls are probably ready by now," Dustin says as he fixes his curly hair. Luckily, the boys and I were able to persuade him not to use his Farrah Fawcett spray again like last year since we told him that Suzie would most definitely like his natural hair more.

"Oh I want to come to, I need to get to know this Suzie and see if shes truly fit for our Dustie Bun," Will says as he follows Dustin out the door.

"I swear if you dont shit you mouth I-" Dustin speaks, however, Caleb shuts the door blocking out the noise.

He smirks towards me. "If Will only knew."

I chuckle. "Yep"

If he only knew.... what we had in store for him.

{El's POV}

The girls and I are all gathered in the living room, waiting for the boys to join us so that we can begin our private snowball dance.

I feel the butterflies in my stomach, due to the nerves and excitement coursing through me.

"You ladies look lovely" Mrs Wheeler remarks to us.

I smile graciously at Mikes mother. "Thank you so much, for all of this"

She smiles softly, "Of course, sweetheart."

She turns towards the stairs "MIKE, EVERYBODY IS READY."

"COMING!!" A voice yells from upstairs.

Mike and Lucas walk down the stairs; however, Mike stops dead in his tracks on the stairs as his eyes meet mine.

His mouth agape, he stands there.

I blush slightly, due to the effect my appearance is having on him.

"Damn, your man is truly paralysed" Max say as Lucas walks towards her, embracing her in a short hug and kiss on the cheek.

I giggle as Mike finally shakes himself out of his trance and walks down towards me he hugs me softly.

I pull back, and he looks me up and down. "Wow El, you look beautiful."

I smile bashfully and am about to lean in for a small kiss, as the doorbell rings.

"Who could it be?" Mrs Wheeler asks.

"Maybe you should open it" Joyce suggests as she walks into the living room.

Will laughs nervously as the room goes silent, and the doorbell rings once again. "um okay... sure."

Will opens the door and falls back a few steps due to him being overwhelmed by who is standing infront of him."

"Surprise!" A curly-headed boy yells.

"Andrew!" Will screams excitedly, pulling Andrew into a tight hug.

My mouth is agape, and I look over at Mike, who is smiling at the sight.

"You planned this as well?" I ask him in disbelief.

"Are you impressed" He answers with a broad grin.

I shrug my shoulders, hooking my arm through his and leaning my head again his shoulder. "Maybe a little."

I smile at the sight of my brother's pure bliss; now, the fun can truly begin.

-

We all walk into the backyard and Christmas themed music filled the air. We talk for a while as everyone got settled with drinks.

"Do you want anything to drink?" Mike asks me.

I shake my head. "No, not really."

"Oh okay," he says. "Then what do you want to do?"

I look over at Jonathan, who is controlling the Music and smile at him.

{Mike's POV}

Suddenly slower Music starts playing. Will and Max, who were jumping around to some upbeat songs frown, however quickly find their partners to dance with.

I feel El grab my hands "I want you to dance with me."

And before I can answer she pulls me into the middle where the rest of our friends are dancing.

Every breath you take, Every move you make

I smile softly, remembering our innocent interaction as we were so nervous about dancing to this same exact song and the butterflies that were erupting in my stomach.

I place my hands carefully around her waist as she places her hands around my neck, we grin at each other as we begin to move to the music.

{El's POV}

Oh, can't you see, You belong to me.

How my weak heartaches, With every step you take

At this moment as Mike and I dance in the dim lighting of just the fairy lights in the backyard, I am at ease. Not even thinking about the fact that in a day from now, I will be on my way back to Illinois, and separated from my family once again. Im merely enjoying this moment, in which I get to hold onto my Mike and listen to the songs that remind me of everything we have experienced.

"Thank you, Mike" I speak quietly under the music. "For everything."

"Of course El" Mike replies softly as we continue to move.

In this Moment, Im feeling the pure Christmas Bliss, and I think that even though he may be far, Hopp is with me tonight, looking over my family and me as we enjoy ourselves on this festive day.

"I love you," I say shyly.

I keep crying baby baby, please

"I love you more," He says as he suddenly connects our lips in a short yet passionate kiss.

He smirks as we pull back and lean our heads against oneanother.

I giggle "Not possible."

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THE END

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