” Well I need two maid of Honors, and since you both are my best friends, well I want to ask you both to be.” my loving Mina asked them smiling
They both stood there shocked. Will and Dusty looked at their women to see their reaction. Lina was the first to answer.
” You serious Mina, even with how I have treated you?” Lina asked in a disgust way of how she has been acting
” Lina, things happen that we don’t foresee. I forgive you as long as you do what my baby told your man to never do.’ Mina exclaimed to Lina
Lina stood there thinking then went up to Mina and they hugged each other like two best friends that been apart. Dusty looked at Will and gave a sigh.
” Thanks man for standing by my bro. I appreciate the help.” Dusty Proclaimed to Will
” Don’t worry about it, But the thing is you being friends again doesn’t mean I am stepping aside. Dusty I respect Alex, Mina, and My Maxine.” Will said to Dusty in a stern voice
Dusty sat there and looked at Will intently. Then gave him a smile.
” I can respect that man, Id be honored to call you a bro if you let me. I know I have been on the side and would know how you would feel.” Dusty said extending his hand
Will looked at Dusty’s hand. I watched Will look into Dusty’s eyes next. At that moment a smile came to my face as I saw my new best friend shake the hand of my old best friend. Mina came back and stood behind me wrapping her arms around me after setting our bags down. Maxine and Lina accepted Mina as her Maid of Honors. I asked Dusty and Will to be my best men. They both gave me a look of shock then nodded yes. We talked a bit more then something came to me.
” Ok prom is next month how about we all triple date. I mean heck were all friends and it just might be a lot of fun.” I proclaimed to them
Will, Maxine, Dusty, and Lina all looked at me thinking. Then they all agreed that it be a blast to be going to a party together. The girls went to their men and held them. Mina whispered in my ear she was proud of me and the way I brought our friends together. I whispered to her thank you, but I couldn’t of done it without her love with me. We all said our goodbyes and promised to hang out soon. Mina and I returned home to find Denise cooking so dinner would be early. She came up to Mina and I and gave us a hug like she been doing the last few weeks. She asked about our day and Mina explained to her what I did in helping Dusty and Lina. She gave me wide eyes then said her and Mom are proud of me. I asked where mom was , and she said still at work but would be home early. I told her cool and grabbed Mina;s hand and led her to my chair. She got in my lap and snuggled up to me. It was a bit later Mom came home and greeted us with a smile. Denise came into the living room to give mom a hug and a kiss. Dinner was done a hour later and we all sat as a family. Mom asked about our day and that was when Denise chimed in explaining. As Denise did Mom got wide eyed looking at me and smiled.
The weeks went by and May was here everyone was talking about prom and what not. The week before prom I got another note in my locker. I had a little stash of them. But this one was somewhat more unsettling.
Alex
I am letting you know that David is going to rig the Prom King and Queen ballots. He plans to fix it up where that night he gets with Mina. He may be with Trina, but it’s his quest to hurt you in the worst way. Please don’t let him win at the prom. I know your friends can help count on Will. He knows the right people to talk to. …….Sincerely a Hopeful Friend
I read it again and decided whoever was cautioning me must be right. I shut my locker and made my way to the parking lot. I got to my friends and went to Will. I gave him the note and as he read it his eyes got wide and face red. He looked up at me and said to leave it to him. Mina asked what was up and Will handed her the note. That got Maxine and Lina to read it over her shoulder. Dusty asked and Will whispered so no one around could hear him. I knew how to read Dusty and he was mad. He said in a quiet voice ‘ That asshole ‘. Will said to let him deal with it and yes whoever gave me the heads up was right he knew exactly who to talk to. the next few days was filled with getting dresses for the girls and a tux for us guys. Mom and Denise said they were going to stay in their room so us young adults could have our own little after Prom party in the living. I said ok and thank you and we will be as quiet as we could. Mom and Denise looked at each other then mom said to me. Don’t be to quiet for we may not be. I gave them a shocked look in which they laughed and I blushed.
Friday of the prom came and Mina and I were ready. Mina wore a red strapless dress with red high heels. Which made her a little taller then me but not by much. I gave her a rose corsage. Zan and Helen came to our house to visit and take pictures of Mina and I. So did Mom and Denise, after the pictures Mom, Denise, Zan, and Helen told us to have a good time and enjoy the prom. I offered Mina my arm and she accepted. I walked her to my car and helped her in. I got in the driver side after and we were on our way. We pulled between Dusty’s truck and Will’s convertible. They were waiting by the front doors as we got out and walked up to them. Lina was wearing a pink dress, while Maxine wore a purple dress. Us guys all wore a blue tux. We walked into the cafeteria at where the prom was being held. There was a stage at the other end. There was a table that sat six so we took it. It was Mina, Me, Will, Maxine, Dusty, and Lina. Will nodded to me and smiled. I took that as him telling me everything was set. I gave him a nod with a grin. As the prom went on we danced , talked , and laughed. It was getting close to Prom King and Queen to be announced. Will told me to stay close to Mina and enjoy what was coming. I smiled and shrugged. A few moments later the Student Council president went on th stage and took the mic.
” Greetings everyone, welcome to the 1993 prom.” She exclaimed
There was cheers and applauds as she continued.
” I am happy to announce the 1993 Prom King and Queen tonight. So with no further ado. Your Prom King is.” She said opening the envelope
I glanced over at David as he stood up and started to take a few steps.
” The prom King is Alex Cartwright.” Jenny said over the mic then added ” Come on up and accept your crown Alex.”
David stopped walking and had a look of astonishment on his face. I gave Mina a hug and kiss and started up to the stage. People were clapping and cheering. I heard my friends yelling ‘ Way to go Alex. I got up on stage and accepted the Crown and scepter that was handed to me. Jenny approached the mic to announce the Queen.
” This years Prom Queen of 1993 is.” She said opening the envelope then added” Your 1993 Queen is Mina Chou. Come up her Mina to your King.”
Everyone started cheering and clapping. Mina came up quickly and accepted Her Crown and Scepter. I glanced down in the crowd over at David and Trina both had wide eyes with shocked faces. Chase was floored, but it was Zack that got my attention. He looked over at David and had a grin. I didn’t know if he was happy or just mocking. I thought I’d just shrug it off and enjoy the moment. Jenny told Mina and I to take our dance on the dance floor and that is just what we did. I glanced over at Will and my friends and he had his thumbs up and smiling. Mina put her arms around my neck and was smiling. I put my hands on her hips and smiled back. In a million years I didn’t think this moment would happen. We danced to a song that spoke words. I looked in Mina’s eyes and saw nothing but love and desire for me. The dance was so very nice to Mina and I. The prom went on. Mina whispered to me she had to use the ladies room and wanted me to go and watch the door so no one would walk in on her. I had this feeling of deja vu and decided okay. We told the others and Maxine just smiled and shook her head. Mina and I know why and we just laughed.