Yesterday Without Time in the amazing life of Kali

Chapter 27. Guestes; part 1

The atmosphere buzzed with excitement as Cole and Kali

Walked the red carpet, the flashing lights of cameras

illuminating their path. The crowd erupted in cheers, and for a

moment, Cole felt like he was in a dream. He glanced

sideways at Kali, who was effortlessly charming the onlookers,

her smile is bright and genuine. It was a world of glitz and

glamor, and he was right in the middle of it, a stark contrast

to his everyday life as a police officer.

As they moved forward, Cole felt the weight of the evening

settle around him, a mix of exhilaration and anxiety. He was

acutely aware of the cameras capturing every moment, and he

tried to remember Kali’s advice: smile, wave, and just enjoy it.

With every flashing light, he felt a little more at ease, buoyed

by Kali’s infectious energy.

“Look over here!” a photographer shouted, and Kali turned,

striking a pose that made Cole’s heart skip a beat. She was a

natural, and he couldn’t help but admire her grace. He tried to

mimic her, standing tall and smiling, but he felt a little awkward next to her poised elegance. “Cole! Kali!” another voice called, and he turned to see two familiar faces emerging from the crowd. It was Missi and Jack, Kali's Sister and her boyfriend, and Jack who had a reputation for being a bit of a wild card. Followed by Jack and Missi was Andrew and Della both of

whom were equally stunning. Jack was grinning from ear to

ear, clearly enjoying the evening with Missi.

“Hey, you two! Looking good!” Jack shouted, his voice

booming over the noise of the crowd. He was dressed in a

sharp black suit, and his charisma was impossible to ignore.

“Kali, you’re killing it! And Cole, don’t think I didn’t notice that

tie. Very suave!” Cole chuckled, feeling a little more at ease with Jack’s

presence. “Thanks, man. Just trying to keep up with Kali

here.” “Good luck with that! These girls are pros” Jack said with a wink, stepping closer to get a better shot with his phone. “Mind if we join you for a bit? We’ve got our own ride, but the more, the merrier, right?”

“Of course!” Kali replied, her enthusiasm infectious. “The

more, the merrier!” As they posed together, Cole quickly glanced at Missi and Della. Both women exuded confidence and charm, and

Cole felt a little out of his depth as they joined their small

group.“Nice to meet you, Cole,” Missi said, extending her hand with a

warm smile. “Kali talks about you all the time.”

“Yeah, she’s mentioned you,” Della added, her eyes sparkling

with mischief. “You’re the cop, right? What’s that like? Are you

secretly a superhero?”

Cole chuckled nervously, scratching the back of his head.

“Just a regular guy, really. No capes or superpowers here.”

“Don’t sell yourself short,” Andrew chimed in, nudging Cole

playfully. “You’re here with Kali, so you must be doing

something right.” Kali laughed, her eyes dancing with joy. “Exactly! And tonight is all about having fun. Let’s make the most of it.”

With that, the group continued down the red carpet, posing

for photos and laughing together. The camaraderie eased

Cole’s nerves, and he found himself enjoying the moment

more than he had anticipated. The energy of the crowd was

infectious, and he felt a sense of belonging, if only for the

night. As they reached the entrance of the venue, the atmosphere

shifted from the excitement of the red carpet to the more

subdued elegance of the event inside. The interior was

lavishly decorated, with chandeliers glimmering overhead and

the soft hum of conversation filling the air. Cole’s senses were

overwhelmed by the beauty of it all.“Let’s grab a drink!” Jack suggested,

The night was just beginning, and as they walked hand in hand

toward the bar Jack couldn’t help but feel

that this was the start of something extraordinary. Under the

stars of the sky, with the promise of adventure

ahead, he knew that whatever happened next, he was ready to

embrace it all together with Missi. As the night wore on, Kali found herself drawn to Cole's company. She knew he was a good friend, but she also knew there was something more between them and she wanted more than just friendship with Cole. As they left the red carpet, hand in hand, Kali couldn't help but wonder what the future held. She knew Cole was a good man, but she also knew there was something more between them.

As they walked into the night, Kali knew that her relationship with Alonso was complicated, but she also knew that she couldn't deny the way she felt about Cole. As Jack said “I need something to celebrate this moment.”

“Good idea,” Kali replied, her eyes sparkling. “I’ll have a

sparkling water, please.” Cole followed suit, ordering a soda, with Della ordering a water and Andrew a energy drink, while Jack and Missi opted for cocktails. As they gathered around the bar, the

conversation flowed easily. Between everyone in the group telling stories of past events they had attended, their animated gestures drawing

laughter from the group.

“What about you, Cole?” Missi asked, leaning in with curiosity.

“What’s the craziest thing you’ve seen on the job?”

Cole hesitated for a moment, unsure of how to respond. He

was used to the serious side of policing emergency calls,

crime scenes but he also had his share of lighter moments.

“Well, there was this one time I had to chase down a goat that

escaped from a petting zoo,” he said, a smile creeping onto

his face. “It was a bit of a scene, let me tell you.”

The group erupted in laughter, and Cole felt a warmth spread

through him. It was refreshing to share a light-hearted

moment, especially in the midst of such an extravagant

evening. “See? You’re not just a cop; you’re a goat wrangler!” Della

teased, her laughter infectious. “Maybe I should add that to my resume,” Cole replied, chuckling. “Professional goat chaser.”As they sipped their drinks, the atmosphere became more relaxed. Cole found himself chatting easily with Missi, Jack, Andrew, and Della, who were both genuinely interested in his life outside of the event. They asked about his work, his hobbies, and what it was like to live in the city. “You should come out with us more often,” Missi suggested, her tone was inviting. “We have a great time, and it’s always an adventure and bonus your not a jerk like most of the guys Kali dates.”“I’d love that,” Cole replied, feeling a sense of excitement at the prospect. “I’m usually pretty busy with work, but I’d be open to it.”