LET’S SAVE SELENA

CHAPTER 120

LET’S SAVE SELENA

“I need a gown. It is for an event. Can I borrow the white one I noticed in your closet?” 

“Are you snooping into her wardrobe again?” Hania inquired with a frown. She guessed she preferred it when Selena was mean to Jade. 

“I did not snoop. I...” 

“Sure.” Selena spoke, and all eyes were on her. She looked at them bewilderedly. “Jade, you can have it. I am not wearing it today, so you can take it.” 

Jade let out a sigh of satisfaction. “This is why I love you. You are the best, sis Selena.” 

Selena dashed to the door when she heard the doorbell ring continuously. She was aware that it was Xavier. Selena had been checking the time often since breakfast was over. Waiting for the evening so that Xavier can arrive. 

“Sitting there will not make the clock hands move any faster.” Trisha said. 

“This is her first date with Xavier; let her enjoy it.” Dalett said. 

“It is not a date. Xavier simply wanted her to leave the house.” Trisha had contributed. 

Selena glared angrily at her. “He seemed to like me and I really like him too. He asked to take me out, and I said yes. It is definitely a date.” She had chosen an outfit that did not reveal too much of her body, and underneath was her bikini. 

When Selena opened the door, she dashed right into Xavier’s arms. “I have been waiting; it was as if evening did not want to show up.”  

Xavier slowly let her go. He looked at her face, which was just a few inches away from his. “Well, Selena, I am here now. Am I not?” 

“You look so handsome.” 

Xavier distanced himself right away. She was doing it again, tempting him into thinking she wanted to kiss him. It is as if she has no idea she is doing that. “Are you prepared?” 

“Yes, I am. I will get my bag.”

“Are Trisha and Dalett coming along?” 

“Of course, but definitely in a different car. I can not let them ruin this date with their suspicious looks, stolen glances, and whispers. They seem to be keeping a lot of stuff from me. This is our date, Xavier. They cannot ruin it.” Selena left him and dashed back to her room to retrieve her bag. When she got inside, she said, “Xavier is downstairs.” 

“Are we prepared to go?” Trisha asked. 

“We?” She shakes her head. “You will not be entering the same car as Xavier and me. You can use my car instead.” She pointed to the key that was on the table. “Nothing should happen to my baby.” She grabbed her bag and dashed out.

“Well played, Dalett.” 

“Me? What have I done?” Dalett asked. “You were the one who said they were not on a date. Now, how can we protect her if we are not in the same car with her?” 

Trisha rolled her eyes as she grabbed the car key from the table and walked away. Dalett followed behind. 

Xavier held Selena’s hand as he walked her to the car. He opened the door for her, and after she entered, she closed it behind him. “Are you okay?” He inquired after his seat belt was fastened. 

“Yes, I am.” Selena took a deep breath. Xavier started the car and hit the road. Neither of them said anything as he drove through.

When they finally reached their destination. Xavier assisted Selena in her drop. She took a quick glance at the house. “Just remember to stay by my side, and when anyone says something to you, just ignore it.”

“Ignore them? But why?” 

“Just do it, Selena. You do not remember these people, so it will be easier for you at the party.” He took her hand and linked it with his. As they approached the house, Xavier noticed one of his basketball friends. They hugged happily. He looked down at Selena. 

“Hi, Selena. You showed up. That was unexpected.” Selena gave him a perplexed look. “Of course, she has always ignored me.” 

“Jacob. I will talk to you later. Xavier shooed his friend away as they entered the house. She could see crowds. Everyone cast an immediate glance their way. 

“Selena?” They called. Murmuring to each other. They were not expecting what they saw. “Is Selena here? She came with Xavier?” 

“Did not Xavier just break things off with Jazmine?” Another person spoke. 

Selena turned to look at Xavier. “Why are they looking at me like that?” 

“Just ignore.” He reached for her kimono and was about to remove it until she stopped him. He had allowed her to change in the car once they arrived at Luisa’s house. 

“I think I will just keep this on.” 

“That is fine. If it makes you feel at ease.” He held her hand as they entered the house.

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Trisha and Dalett saw Xavier’s car and parked behind it. “Can you remember the plan?” She asked Dalett. 

“Find Selena. Follow her every movement.” Dalett spoke. 

“Exactly! If you see her. Call me. Today is not about having fun or being distracted. It is about saving Selena while also allowing her to have fun.” They both sat down after Trisha spoke. Dalett took out her binoculars and placed them around her neck. 

They both entered the house, and it was as crowded as they had anticipated. “Have you seen her anywhere?” Trisha asked.

“Not yet.” Dalett grabbed her binoculars and began searching. “I found her.” 

“Where?” 

“Inside the home. All on her own.” 

“And Xavier?” Trisha inquired. Her eyes were searching for Luisa.

“He is with his friends. Drinking.” 

Trisha gave a grim expression. “I told him not to let her go out of his sight; what if...” 

“Jazzy!!!” Dalett interrupted. 

“Sure, Jazzy.” 

“Well, Jazzy is approaching her right now.” Dalett added 

“What? Give me that.” Dalett handed over the binoculars to Trisha. As she zoomed in, she noticed Jazzy sitting beside Selena. “Oh, fuck. I was so concerned about Luisa that I did not expect Jazzy to show up.”  

“What do we do?” 

“What we do best, Dalett.” Trisha said. 

“And what is that?” Dalett asked. She had no idea what will happen. The only thing on her mind was a plan to save Selena. 

“Save Selena. We need to save our friends before things go south. Stall Luisa if you see her. I will take care of Jazzy.” Trisha left Dalett and approached the house. Dalett stood just inches away from the pool, keeping an eye out for Luisa. 

A girl approached her with a drink in her hand. “Hi, Dalett?” Dalett gasped when he saw her. 

“Alba.” She called. 

“I didn’t realize you were going to come. Luisa will be grateful you came.” 

“Wait. Do you know where Luisa is?” 

“Are you joking?” I am her close friend. I will take you to her. Come with me.”

“Hello, Selena.” Jazzy called as she sat next to her. “I had no idea this was the type of party you attend. This is incredibly low, even for you.” Selena turned her head towards Jazzy. She held back her words. Xavier had told her to ignore. That is exactly what she will do.

“What do you think of him?” Referring to Xavier. “Of course. How could I possibly have forgotten? You have always had feelings for him; you and Xavier can now be together.” Selena again turned her head to face Jazzy. “Who are you again?”

Key note: Jazzy is nickname for Jazmine (Xavier’s ex)