Chapter 76 LXXVI.

Chapter 76 LXXVI.
Isadora's POV.

We arrived at the party shortly after, and as expected, it was exactly like every other wild party Ethan has ever had. We haven't even gone into the huge mansion yet, but we could already hear the loud music that was playing inside the mansion. 

There were a few couples outside shameless making out and dry humping each other in various places.

I held Trish's hand and lead her towards the porch. Everyone was either making out or too drunk out of their minds to notice us. The party hasn't even started properly and people were already drunk.

As I was about to open the door, Trisha stopped me. She looked nervous and terrified and I don't really blame her. This was her first party and she would be scared.

"Izzy, I don't think I want to go in."

I sighed and wheeled round to face her fully. I held both side of her cheek staring tight into her nervous eyes. "I know you're scared Trish, but you look really beautiful. You shouldn't be scared of anyone. Just make sure not to talk to the wrong people."

She gulped but nodded anyway. I smiled and took her hand again, leading her into the heart of the party.

The loud music immediately assaulted our ears. Everyone was either dancing or making out on the dance floor. Some group were playing different games and others were just drinking and talking to their friends.

I spotted Ethan and his group at a table and thankfully they didn't seem to have noticed us yet. I looked around a bit hoping I would spot George in the crowd, but he was no where to be found as well.

I pulled Trish along until we came to a more quieter part of the room. There was an empty couch there. I looked at Trisha. "Trish, can you sit here and wait for me? I'll be back in a minute."

Her eyes widened in panic and she held my wrist quickly. "Where are you going Izzy? I can come with you. I..." She looked around at everyone one and they are all drunk. "I don't think I want to be alone here."

"Don't be scared Trish, it'll just be for a minute." I kissed her cheek and gently pushed her down to sit on the couch. "Stay right here, don't move, don't go anywhere. I'll be back."

She looked hesitant and she doesn't seem to like that idea, but she nodded anyway and agreed. 

I smiled and quickly hurried off to go join my group. I sure hope George would arrive and find her before my friends do. For now, I just have to keep them distracted.

"Look who finally made it." Sam said in a sing song tone as I joined them at their table. Ethan and Raine was seated close to each other as always and Ethan had his arms around her shoulder lovingly. I tried not to let my jealousy show.

Oliver was staring down at his phone. He was the only one who doesn't seem drunk.

"Hi guys."

"You're late!" Raine snapped and then she looked around me. "And I don't see your handbag with you. I thought we specifically told you to bring her along and prove you care more about us than her."

I gulped and stared at Ethan who was already watching me with raised brow. I let out a sigh, "I brought her along, but she's with George. She preferred to stay with him than with me."

"Awww, what an ungrateful bitch. Choosing a man she just met over someone she calls her best friend." Raine stared at Ethan, "isn't that right babe?"

Ethan shrugged, "this changes everything though. George is pretty stubborn and he won't let us do anything to his little girlfriend."

I tried not to jump in Trisha's defense and tell that she isn't dating George. Right now I should be walking on egg shell with them.

"It's your fault for inviting him. Why did you invite him anyway?" Raine whined with an angry pout, and I frowned. Ethan invited George to his party? That's strange, because Ethan only invites people he likes it respect.

Ethan smirked as he thought about it, "let's push aside the fact that he's always defending the nerd, I think he's an interesting guy."

Oliver suddenly stood up and we all stared at him in confusion. "I need to use the bathroom."

I frowned at his retreating figure. Oliver has always been the grumpy friend, but why does he look so annoyed?

"What's up with him?" Sam wondered and Ethan shrugged. Sam brushed off the topic and said, "anyway I am dying to ask this." He looked at me with a drunken smile, "is George really dating Trisha? That's like a huge degrading for someone hot and rich as him."

I glared at Sam in anger and disgust. "What do you mean by that? Trisha is nice, beautiful and smart. Anyone would be lucky to have her as a girlfriend!"

Sam laughed and Raine looked at me in disgust. "The nerve of you to defend that freak in our presence." 

I sighed and took a drink from Oliver's bottle which he left behind. "Trisha is my friend. I've told you before that it would take some time to detach myself from her. You guys have to understand that."

Ethan spoke this time, "you guys should stop picking on Izzy already and just enjoy the party." He stood up, "I'm going to go use the bathroom."

I stared after him as he walked away. How was I supposed to get over him if he keeps defending me on random moments like this.

I drank the full bottle of beer before standing to my feet. "I need to use the bathroom." I followed after Ethan just in time to hear Sam whispering.

"Why is everyone suddenly using the bathroom?"

Ethan was already halfway down an empty hallways when I spotted him. I could already feel the effect of the drink taking over.

"Ethan!" I slurred out his name and he stopped and turned around to face me with wide eyes. He looks startled like someone who just got caught doing something he wasn't supposed to be doing.

"Uh...Izzy, is there a problem?" He asked nervously.

I stared at him, the alcohol and my determination helping me to build up confidence. "I have something to tell you."

He frowned and stuff his hands in his pocket. "And what could that be?"

I hesitated a bit, but then I just decided to just go for it. I've waited long enough anyway.

Without wasting a second, I grabbed the collar of his shirt and pulled his lips down to crush it against mine.

Right now, I know I'm kissing my friends boyfriend, but I've liked him for so long. I've been killing myself watching him with Raine when I've liked him first all along, at least I should be allowed to confess my feelings and express myself just this once. 

At least just this once, I should be selfish and think of myself in this situation. He may not love me, but let me at least experience the joy of being with him like this.

Even though it's just for a second.