Page 133 of Saved By A Dark Billionaire
Carter and Davis decided to stay for dinner. They helped us cook as we all talked and joked. I loved seeing Lucas bond with the essential people in my life. A knock at the door pulled my attention from this beautiful moment. I guess the next guest has arrived.Hailey came next, but we all banned her from the kitchen after she somehow burned butter. She was designated to work on decorations and music. Ian showed up after, surprised by the two large men in my kitchen. I forgot Ian has no idea I fought competitively.
"So happy you could make it. Come meet my important people." I greeted him, pulling him by the wrist towards the kitchen. "Meet Davis and Carter. They run an underground fighting ring I participate in from time to time."
"She's phenomenal," Lucas said, wrapping his arm around my lower back, pulling me to his side so he could kiss my temple.
"She was a title champion for a year before she met some asshole boyfriend named Julius." Carter made a face as if to say Julius was the nastiest thing ever. I laughed at his expression.
"Shit, Red. I left and you became strong. Was I holding you back?" Ian asked, looking at me differently. Impressed, maybe?
"No, you were saving me and bringing light into my life at the darkest time. You never held me back, Ian." I shook my head. I grabbed his wrist again, pulling him towards Hailey next.
"Ian, this is my best friend, Hailey." I introduced her. She turned with her beautiful wavy black hair swinging over her shoulder. She smiled her bright smile as she placed her arm over my shoulder.
"Nice to meet you," she said. "Although, I'm the number one best friend now. I'll fight you for it." Hailey joked, making Ian blush lightly.
"I've known her longer." He pointed out, making Hailey laugh.
"I know her best. Longer doesn't always mean better." Hailey winked at him, stepping towards him. She linked her arm with his, pulling him towards the table she was setting up. "Come help me, let's talk about all things Liv." She didn't take no for an answer as she whisked him away. I smiled after them, happy to see my best friends getting along. Leo came next, with Rachel at his side. I was determined to get these two together today. They would be so perfect for one another.
Lisa was the last to arrive. She stepped in, looking magnificent in a beautiful, floor-length red dress which hugged her figure in all the right places. She had a white fur shawl wrapped around her arms with white, long gloves. Her black hair was pinned into a beautifully curled bun. She was definitely overdressed for the occasion, but man did she look good.
"Sorry I'm late. I had to sneak out of the business Christmas party. Dad's pretty pissed you missed it," Lisa told Lucas.
"Let him be. I don't give a fuck anymore." He shook his head.
"Be careful, Lucas. You know how he can be." Her warning scared me a bit. I didn't know Lucas had a party he was supposed to attend, but it explained Lisa's attire. I began to worry about what Lucas' father was capable of as an abusive billionaire.
"I know." He sighed, stopping his task as he calmed himself.
"Merry Christmas, Lisa," I finally greeted her.
I introduced everyone to Davis and Carter, which earned me both perplexed and impressed looks at the news I fight in an underground ring. Rachel, Leo and Lisa had no idea, but Hailey told all of them how amazing I was, and Lucas chimed in as well. I'm not going to lie; this is by far the most incredible Christmas of my life. I couldn't believe how warm and amazing my life had gotten since Lucas entered it. I've never felt so loved, having a room full of people to spend this holiday with. A room of people I could call family. It was everything to me. I watched everyone like they were my favorite Christmas movie. I smiled as my heart filled with joy for this beautiful and rare moment in front of me. Everything felt perfect.
We all ate together and exchanged gifts, except for Carter and Davis who didn't know we were doing this. Everyone looked at Lucas, waiting to see what he got me after I gave him his gift. I had engineered a device for him to help with his car so he would feel less nervous when he drove.
"Tell me you did not forget to get her a gift!" Lisa scolded Lucas, slapping him on the arm hard.
"He didn't." I quickly defended him, feeling my cheeks tinge pink.
"Oh?" Lisa arched her brow with a mischievous grin. "Was it a sex thing? Kinky." She laughed.
"Oh my gosh, no!" I shook my hands out in front of me, shaking my head vigorously. Lisa laughed at my embarrassment. She likes to tease just like her brother, but in a more wicked way.
"So what was it then?" Rachel asked, curious to know too.
"I asked her to marry me," Lucas answered, staring right at me.
"And I said yes." Looking right back at him, I smiled as I held my hand up to show the ring.
Everyone was surprised, but it was Hailey who broke the silence. She squealed excitedly, like she usually does, starting the line of questioning from everyone. Rachel asked how he did it. Lisa asked if we had a date in mind. The only person to stay silent was Ian. I could see him wiping his hands on his thighs, a sign something is bothering him. After answering everyone's questions, I got up and grabbed Ian.
"Come with me. Your gift is upstairs."
I had already told Lucas I'd be disappearing with Ian for a short while to show him his gift. I'll take this chance to ask him what's wrong. I grabbed his wrist and guided him up the stairs to the rooftop. He looked around, admiring the plants and the night sky.
"I got you a star for being a bright light in my life when I needed it the most." I told him, taking him to the telescope I had set up yesterday, keeping it pointed at his star. "Go ahead, look at it." He leaned down, eyeing the star through the telescope. When he stood back up, I handed him the little certificate.
"I know it's cheesy, but I wanted to get you something amazing. I liked the idea of giving you a star. I hope it's okay."
