Stronger (The University of Gatica Series Book 4) by Timms Lexy

Author:Timms, Lexy [Timms, Lexy]
Language: eng
Format: azw3
Publisher: Dark Shadow Publishing
Published: 2015-07-30T04:00:00+00:00

CHAPTER 11

"This isn't some kind of awkward double date, right?" Elizabeth asked from the back seat of Ryan's corvette.

"Not at all! Just wanted you to come with us. My brother’s fully aware you’re not interested." Chrissy looked over her shoulder and smiled. The black cocktail dress she wore was fitted, but covered her shoulders and ran down to the top of her knee. Being appropriate in front of her Uncle Marc would still get her teased, but looking less than appropriate – never. Just a shame the dress had to be worn with flats and crutches.

"You look great," Ryan said as he glanced over at her.

"You’re not so bad yourself." Chrissy turned back around and turned the music up on the car stereo. "Tonight is about eating and drinking and having a Merry Christmas."

"Why am I nervous?" Elizabeth sighed softly.

"Because it's not your family. I'm nervous too if it makes you feel better." Ryan pulled the rearview mirror down and spoke at it. Chrissy reached over and slid her fingers along his arm, grateful for his kindness toward her friend.

"The house is just up here on the left. It's the big red brick one. My uncle makes loads of money, so get ready for the full effects of wealth. He’s nice, just not the sharing kind." She grinned when he had told her and Jason in high school that if they wanted to go to college, they’d have to do it the way he had, earning his way.

"Just don't leave me alone in there, okay?" Elizabeth leaned up between the seats, the sapphire dress bringing out the depth of color in her eyes. Worry sat on her features, the expression on her pretty face pensive at best.

Chrissy reached over and patted her friend's shoulder. "I won't. Just stay beside me. Jason’ll be there too, and of course, Ryan. He's sure to be near the TV. Hockey finals are on tonight from what I hear."

"If nothing else? Sloppy seconds here..." He smirked and turned the car into the long driveway.

An inordinate amount of Christmas lights lit up the front yard, ushering in the season of celebration in full effect. Chrissy squealed softly, excitement rushing through her. Where she couldn't stand her mother, her Uncle Marc had to be one of her favorite people of all times. He was her father's oldest brother and looked a lot like her dad.

"Excited?" Ryan pulled up as a valet ran toward them. They got out of the car after Chrissy nodded. She was beyond excited. Due to her injury it seemed like Christmas had snuck up on her. It was one of her most favorite times of the year and yet she had forgotten all about it.

She moved to the front of the car and waited on Elizabeth, staying close to the other girl as she maneuvered through the small white rocks with her crutches. The front door was opened by another young man in a suit and the sound of holiday music spilled out with the sound of voices laughing and conversing.

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