Marcus pulled up to the underground entrance of her building.
She adjusted her cap and sunglasses over and over again and waited for Marcus to check the area.
And when Marcus gave her his signatory coast is clear look she slipped out and disappeared inside the building.
The lobby was awfully quiet. And when the elevator opened to her floor a smile found it's way to her cheeks.
Not because of anything but because she heard them and also her favorite song was playing.
Their voices and laughter echoed through the hall.
Her girls.
Elena turned the door knob and it was already opened.
As she stepped into her apartment she was ambushed.
She was ambushed by clothes, and shoes.
She didn't have the time to react, before her boots caught on something and almost caused her to fall down.
But luckily for her she placed her hands fast on the wall to steady herself.
Be careful Elena! Those are vintage don't step on them, Lucia screamed from in between clothes.
I know because I own them Elena snapped.
After regaining her balance, her eyes widened at the sight before her.
it looked like a boutique had exploded right inside her apartment.
Her clothes were scattered everywhere across the couch, shoes in every color lined from the entrance of the door to where the table was placed.
What happened to my apartment?
Fashion happened Lucia said again with a laugh.
Here comes the bride Hannah announced, we were beginning to think you got kidnapped by your director and crew members.
she dropped her bag on the table, shaking her head with a laugh I didn't realize I hired a red carpet prep team.
She ignored them and started walking towards her bedroom, but her reflection caught in the hallway mirror so she paused.
She was a woman who commanded a set without blinking, but now she is about to make a big move that will change everything.
She closed her eyes and took in a deep breath, after which she walked into her room.
***
Elena stepped out of the bathroom with a towel wrapped around her.
In her bedroom her friends Lucia, Hannah and Lilo, held a glass in their hands, as they they waited like those impatient stylists on a movie set.
Sit Lilo said, pointing at the stool just beside her dressing mirror, Elena obeyed as Lilo attacked her damp hair with a hair dryer.
Lucia on the other hand laid out all the outfits they had already picked.
One was a long red dress, which had an open slit from her thigh down wards, it was designed with some crystal beads.
The second dress was a minimalist black strapless dress with a touch of silver.
The red dress Hanah decided from where she was standing without waiting for Elena.
Elena raised her brow. No it's too bold, I don't want anything that will seek attention.
Bold is the point Lena you are proposing and not ordering take outs and besides you are the famous Elena Moore.
Lilo said, as she switched off the hair dryer.
Lucia grinned, beside if you get rejected, you still have the chance of looking incredibly hot.
More reason why I can't go for a bold dress.
After some time she agreed.
she paused, as her fingers mistakenly brushed the tiny velvet box.
Girls do you all think I am doing the right thing by proposing to Ethan.
Her friends were quiet, too quiet.
After what felt like forever, Lucia spoke up.
Just do it Elena.
Elena looked up from the box and at her friends.
Lucia rested against the dresser. Seriously Elena it's 2025.
Women run companies for crying out loud, they Lead countries, they win championships and yeah women are allowed to propose.
But, but, what if he thinks it's strange Elena asked her voice coming out as a whisper.
Then he isn't the one for you Lena, Hannah said.
But we all know that Ethan worships you. He worships the ground you walk on. I wonder why he hasn't done it, it's been five years.
Lilo nooded walking over to sit beside her, just after keeping the hair dryer.
You are Elena Moore the star. Your whole life is in front of a freaking camera but you still manage to keep your relationship away from the world. That's power my love.
Bu...
Elena trailed off.
Don't over think it Elena, since you are doing it because you love him.
Let's be real here Elena, Lucia said as she leaned closer to Elena, her voice softer this time.
How long are you going to wait for, or are you planning on waiting five more years, you said it yourself babe, you feel safe when you are around him, he sees the real you, if you are so sure about all of this why not go first.
I always imagined he had do it first. Maybe he his afraid of putting you on the spot.
You all are right if I wait any longer I won't do it.
Elena stood up, her friends watch her carefully, red or black Lucia asked her holding up both dresses.
Elena pointed at the red dress. Bold like her decision.
***
Elena stood in front of a full length mirror, admiring herself, he was going to love this she thought.
The image of how his face will lit up when he saw her played over and over in her head.
She smiled at the thought of spending forever with him.
You are glowing Elena he will surely say yes Lucia assured her.
After a long pause she pulled her hoodie over her head, wore her usual sunglasses and her face cap.
Wow from Hollywood star girl to anonymous city girl in seconds.
Good that is my point.
See you all later make sure to have fun in the party later without me.
And with that Elena grabbed her car keys from the shelf, she wasn't going with her driver tonight.
she wanted to be alone so she could rehearse her line perfectly well. She entered into her car and drove off into the night.