His forever is just one night

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We step into the bar , some Roxette song booming from the speakers while some people dance , swaying their hips to the beat and the rest sit by the bar , humming along to the music while bobbing their heads . Lacy's is a common place for people to come and drink , although the drinks might be a bit too expensive , it's the best I've ever tasted — not that I have been to a lot of bars or clubs . One might think that the bar would be filled with mostly old people , but the place is compact with university students , most of the students I know at the University , I met here , In this bar . And I, for one, enjoy Roxette songs more than some remix rap songs .

I glance at Alison , mimicking her bright smile when she looks at me . She's dressed in a pink skin-tight dress that complements her curves , the white heels on her feet making her a few inches taller than me . She looks gorgeous and so does Grace , who is dressed in an emerald green cropped top , black leather pants and black ankle boots .

I glance down at my outfit , biting my lip , I'm dressed in a simple black leather skirt , a Nirvana cropped top and on my feet , my black Doc martens . My black hair is loose , hanging down my shoulders and no make-up coats my face , just lipgloss . I feel too casually dressed standing here , all the other girls seem to think so to if their distasteful glances are any indication . I feel comfortable , so f**k it . I stride toward the bar , pushing through some people before I finally reach the bar , leaning my side against it as I hum the lyrics of the song . "What can I get ya ?" I turn to look at the bar-lady , her electric blue hair up in a bun , a bright smile on her face , various piercings on her face .

"A whiskey and two vodka fizz's ." I order , watching her send me another smile before she saunters off , going to make the drinks . I turn , catching sight of a brown-haired boy , leaned against the bar as he taps his finger against the wooden table to the beat of the song . He looks eerily familiar . Is it Remi ?

"Remi ?" I call , watching the boy turn his head in my direction with a frown before his eyes lock with mine and he smiles , making his way over to me . I let my eyes travel down his outfit , a white polo shirt tucked into dark blue jeans with black vans on his feet . It's only now that I realize how lean he actually is , not over the top , but just enough to make it obvious that he's fit . "Hello , Rain ." He smiles , his pearly teeth showing .

I send him a soft smile , glancing around the crowd . "I didn't expect to see you here ," I look back up at him , I've never seen him here and we usually come here often . He shrugs , running his hand through his curly hair . "Some friends convinced me to come , you might know them. Elijah Rivera ?" He asks , tilting his head . I almost roll my eyes at his statement . Of course he's friends with Eljah and f*****g Riven .

I plaster a soft smile on my face . "Elijah is my brother , actually ." His eyes widen before he smirks , shoving his hand into his pocket . "Oh , so you're the 'wicked witch of the west' . Although you surely don't look like one ." He chuckles and I roll my eyes . Of course, Riven must've been the one to say that . Not as if anything nice has ever fallen from his lips .

"Yep , that's me ." I smirk slyly , just as the bartender returns with my drinks and asks Remi what he'd like to drink . "I'll help you carry those ." He gestures toward the three drinks in front of me and I smile , patiently waiting for his drink to arrive . Not even ten second later , the bar-lady returns with his beer in hand , he takes one of the drinks and we push through the crowd , searching for Alison and Grace . I catch sight of Alison first , seated by a table , laughing . I walk over to her and see Grace next to her , typing away on her phone and completely oblivious to her surroundings .

Alison turns , catching sight of me , a bright smile on her face as she hastily waves me over . My eyes roam over the table , seeing my brother seated opposite Alison , talking to her . And when my eyes dart to the person beside him , I slightly falter in my steps , cursing under my breath . Of-f*****g-course , he's here . I sigh and avert my eyes , lifting my drink to my lips as I gulp down a mouthful , the bitter alcohol burning down my throat .

"Rainy ! Thank you , babe ." She swiftly plants a kiss on my cheek and I slide over her drink , taking the other vodka fizz from Remi's grasp as I give Grace hers . "Hey sis ," Comes from Elijah and I send him a nod , still mad that he left me a few days ago with Riven . "Who is this ?" Grace asks , her eyes averted to the person directly behind me . I tilt my head and look at Remi. He's standing really close to me, so I step to the side and gesture toward him . "This is Remi , he's a friend of Elijah's ." I introduce , sliding into the seat next to Alison , not bothered to mention that he happens to be friends with the blue-eyed devil , too .

I huff out a breath , taking another gulp from the whiskey and grimace , tucking a strand of hair behind my ear . I lick my lips before gulping down the remaining liquor , placing the empty glass down on the table . I like the burn . "Jesus , Rain ," Elijah says , his eyes wide as he stares at me , slight concern on his face . I shrug , crossing my arms over my chest , turning to look at the group of people dancing to try and distract myself from looking over at Riven .

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Three vodka fizz's , one whiskey and two shots later , I'm dancing to a Roxette song on the dance floor with Alison and Elijah. Grace who claims that she doesn't feel the vibe , is talking to Remi . Riven is currently seated by the table with a random blonde girl seated on his lap , giggling at everything he's saying . f*****g frustrating if you ask me .

I sway my hips to the beat , my hands are in the air as I sing along with the lyrics . "How do you do ! the things that you do , no one I know could ever keep up with you !" I sing along , laughing as Alison cheers , fanning her face . Elijah is enjoying himself too , while growing up , this was the only music my mother would listen to , so we grew to love it just as much .

Elijah gulps down his beer and gestures toward the bar , I nod , gesturing toward me and Alison , silently asking him to buy us a drink too . I'm nearly tipsy , the alcohol flowing through me , but the more we dance , the more sober I feel, but in this moment , I don't want to be sober . Alison slings her arm over my shoulder and gestures toward the table . "Let's go sit for a bit , my knees might just give in if I dance a while longer ." She chuckles and I burst out laughing , nodding my head in understanding as we make our way toward the table .

I refrain from looking over at Riven , sliding into the seat next to Alison and grab my phone , unlocking the screen. I immediately go to Everly's message and read over it before replying . I lock the phone and place it on the table just as the girl on Riven's lap stands and saunters off into the crowd .

"You ignoring me , Sunshine ?" Comes Riven's deep voice and my shoulders tense , my hands balling into fists . I turn my gaze to his , his blazing blue eyes sending a shiver down my spine before I avert my eyes again . "Yes ." I respond curtly , breathing out a sigh of relief when Elijah comes into view , two vodka fizz's in his hands as he clutches his beer to his chest with his arm .

"Thank you , Elijah ." He slides the drink over to me and smiles , giving Alison her drink before taking a swig of his beer . "I'm so going to have a headache tomorrow ." Alison grumbles. I lift the glass to my lips and gulp down the liquor , my eyes locking onto Riven's over the rim of my glass , watching him run his tongue over his bottom lip , his gaze falling down to my chest . "You're such a lightweight ." Elijah snorts , smirking at Alison . I slowly place the glass down on the table , clenching my thighs at his hooded gaze . It must be the alcohol flowing through my veins . I remind myself . But you're not even drunk . My subconscious snarls and I heave out a sigh .

My teeth sink into my lower lip and I turn my attention toward Alison . "I'm just going to go to the bathroom ." I tell her , getting up from my seat . "Do you want me to go with ?" She asks , standing up, but I place my hand on her shoulder and shake my head . "No , it's alright , I'll be quick ." She nods , sitting back down and I turn , avoiding eye-contact with Riven as I make my way through the crowd , pushing past bodies as I hurry toward the bathroom . When I enter , I find that it's empty and make my way to the sink , wrapping my hands around the porcelain sink and lean forward .

God , I hate him . I hate the way he makes me feel , after everything . I hate that he still even makes me feel anything at this point . For someone who I hate so much , he makes me feel too much .

I inhale a deep breath , closing my eyes . "f*****g asshole ," I grumble . The sound of the bathroom door closing has me snapping my head up , looking over my shoulder . My mouth drops agape when I see Riven , subtly locking the bathroom door as he slowly makes his way toward me . "I'm guessing that I'm the f*****g asshole ?" He smirks , taking slow , measured steps toward me .

I whirl around and glower at him . "What the f**k are you doing in the female bathroom ? Get out !" I snap through gritted teeth , but he doesn't seem affected at all by my little out burst , his eyes roaming over my body and I can't help but clench my thighs .

"You know , I can't seem to get the sounds of your moans out of my head , the sound of my name falling from your lips ," His hooded eyes connect with mine , lust more than evident in his eyes . I know he's just teasing me , what he's saying is untrue , he's trying to manipulate me . Riven is a liar , he just enjoys torturing me . He stops in front of me , his fingers softly tracing over my lips . His towering form envelopes me , his scent surrounds me , his dark aura piquing my interest and I can't help but shiver . I look up at him through my lashes , my heart pounding against my chest . "And I hate that I want to hear it again . I hate you for making me want to f**k you until you see stars . Yet , the sight of you disgusts me , you disgust me . But bending you over this sink and f*****g you into oblivion like the slut you are , is tempting ." He says lowly , my breath hitching in my throat . My mind is at war , of wanting to push him away and scowl at him for talking to me like that , but at the same time wanting to pull him closer and feel him against me .

No , I won't f*****g give into this fuckface .

I push at his chest , narrowing my eyes into slits . "What is your problem ?" I sneer , crossing my arms across my chest . He chuckles , lightly shaking his head in amusement . "You . You're my f*****g problem , Rain ." He grits out , his blue orbs turning cold as he glares at me . It's scary how fast his eyes can turn cold and cruel . "I f*****g hate you , yet you just can't seem to get the hint and stay away ." He says harshly , his words adding to my anger .

I scoff , digging my finger into his chest . "f**k you , Riven ! I hate you just as much , if not more . Do you think I want to be anywhere near you ? f**k no . Grow up and realize that not every f*****g girl out there wants to be around you . You do realize that your sister is my best friend and my brother is yours , yeah ? So , you'll be seeing a hefty lot of me ." I'm fuming , screaming at him so loud , I think the people outside are able to hear me even above the music . "Now , stay the f**k out of my way and stop taunting me ." I snap , striding out of the bathroom and slam the door shut after me , pushing through the crowd .

I'm so over this f*****g night . And everything that comes with it .