Catch Me

A week-and-a-half later, I have found out when my parents’ vow renewal is and where exactly it’s at. In addition to that, I found out that Zack will be able to attend it with me. It’s about two weeks after he comes back from touring, so I’m over the moon about that. In just a couple days, Myra, Krissy and I are going to the bridal shop to find dresses that will match what my sisters are going to wear. Until then, I have two boring work days to get through. While I was on my lunch break on Thursday, my youngest sister Alyssa called me.

“Hey.”

“Hey Riley. Is now an okay time to talk?”

“Yeah. I just got on my lunch break. What’s up?”

“It’s been quite a while since we last spoke. I wanted us to catch up.”

I haven’t spoken to her since Christmas.

“Well, I’m glad you called. I miss you.”

“I miss you, too. What’s going on? I heard you have a boyfriend.”

“Mom told you?”

I groaned. I would’ve rather she heard that from me.

“Of course. She didn’t give me any details though. So, what’s his name? What does he do for a living?”

“His name is Zack and he’s in a band.”

“What band? Do I know them?

“All Time Low.”

“OMG. They’re fucking awesome!”

I’ve always loved her enthusiasm, even when it was a bit overwhelming.

“They definitely do.”

“I still can’t believe you haven’t listened to them till now. Krissy and Myra have for years.”

I heard my other sister’s voice in the background.

“Is that Rye, you’re talking to? Why didn’t you tell me you were going to?”

I laughed.

“I’m putting this on speaker.” I said.

And so did Alyssa.

“Rye! Hey. Were you just talking about that guy you’re dating?” Pearl asked.

“Zack Merrick.”

“Fuck. Really?”

“Really. Is he good in bed?”

“Why are you already assuming we’ve had sex?”

“Riley. Come on. Can you blame us for that?”

“No. Not really. Actually, this whole relationship started with sex.”

I wasn’t sure about this conversation to be quite honest. I have no intentions on telling my mom though; that was simply out of the question.

“Wait, what?”

“I thought it was gonna be a one night stand, but I woke up the next morning and wrote him a note. I wanted more, something real.” I sighed.

“And he called you back.” Alyssa said.

“He was actually already in a relationship. He told her later that week...”

I gave them the rest of those details and the whole way up through our first date.

“That is insane, but he really does care about you. Doesn’t he?”

“Yeah. Hell, one time when I told him the reasoning of a surprise I had for him, I said it was because he treats me like a queen. He corrected me and said I was a goddess.”

“Aww... are we gonna meet this dream of a boyfriend at mom and dad’s vow renewal?”

“Yeah. We talked about it last week.”

“Alright. Now answer us this one question.” Pearl asked.

“Yes.”

“How is he in bed?”

“Fucking amazing. He said that the sex he had with me was the best he’s ever had.”

Speaking of sex, I need some right now.

“That’s gotta be a great compliment.”

“You have no idea.” I said laughing.

“You know, this doesn’t mean we’re not gonna grill him in a few weeks.”

“I know and I’ll give him a warning.”

“Good. I love you, Rye.”

“Love you, Pearl.”

“Love you, Rye.” Alyssa said.

“Love ya, Alyssa.”

That’s one of the better conversations I’ve had with them and I loved it. When I warned Zack about the fact that my sisters were gonna grill him at the renewal, I heard him groan, but of course I reassured him that everything would be fine.

On Saturday, I was ecstatic about going for dresses with my friends. The color my mom gave us was yellow and I couldn’t have been in agreement more. It didn’t matter what shade or the type of the dress as long as it’s that color. Zack called as I was leaving my apartment.

“Hi baby.” I said.

“Hi. Someone’s happy today. Excited to go dress shopping?”

“Extremely. I love trying on clothes, but it has been a while since I last tried on a dress. I can’t even remember.”

“Well, I know you’re gonna find the perfect dress.”

“You’re sweet. Thank you. Glad it’s a color I can stand.”

“I can’t wait to see you in it. You’re gonna look beautiful in it, but of course, when aren’t you?”

I was blushing.

“You’re too much.”

“Can’t help but tell the truth.”

I want to kiss you right now.

“I know. How was the concert tonight?”

“Great. I gotta get you out to one.”

“Too bad it can’t be during this tour.”

“As long as it happens, that’s what matters.”

“I agree. Well, I’m gonna let you go. Goodnight, Zack.”

“Have a great day, Riley.”

When we got there, I was impatient and beyond ready to try on dresses.

“What shade of yellow were you thinking of?” Myra asked.

“Pale yellow. Something not so bright. You know? I want all the focus on my mom.”

“All?” Krissy asked, raising an eyebrow.

“Well, not with Zack, but you know what I mean.”

They nodded.

I tried on only a couple of dresses when I found the one. It was simple, that beautiful shade of yellow I wanted and just the right amount of cleavage. The girls picked different dresses which were beautiful and they both looked gorgeous in them, of course and I couldn’t look more forward to the vow renewal. My amazing parents, my sisters, my friends who are practically my sisters and the most amazing man to ever exist who was also the most important in my life were going to be there on such a wonderful and joyous occasion; it was bound to be a day that I would never, ever forget.

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