Nicole
"What took you so long?" Micheal asked as soon as I came out and I couldn't help but pray inwardly that Giovanni would wait a few minutes before coming outside.
"I don't know why my stomach was suddenly acting up," I lied and he gave me a worried look.
"You must have eaten something. How are you feeling now? Do you want to get some rest? I can tell your parents that you needed some rest…"
"It's not that much of a big deal, come on, let's go," I forced a smile and he nodded.
Micheal and I went back to the party and no one seemed to notice my disappearance. The party was still in full swing and only then was I able to breathe.
"Nicole! Where have you been? It's time to cut your cake," Mom called out from behind.
"I had to ease myself, I'm sorry for taking so long," I gave her a
