I was standing in the kitchen of Mason and Adrienne's house, replaying the scene of me finally going off on Britney over and over again. I must say, I'm proud of myself. She's messed with me for far too long. It's about time I got some sweet revenge.

Just as I was about to go to the bathroom, someone put their hands around my waist. I smiled and turned around, knowing exactly who it was.

"Hey babe. You were sexy out there. Never thought you'd have it in ya." Ezra said, kissing my forehead.

"What's that supposed to mean?" I asked, getting a little offended.

Does he think I'm some weak little girl that let's everyone walk all over her? Great to know what he thinks of me.

"You just seem like the type to hold what she has to say to herself. You're too sweet to be a brat like Britney."

"Well I'm not that 'type'! I don't let everyone walk over me. I'm an independent woman. When it comes to taking up for myself, I'll do it in a heartbeat. I'm offended that you think that of me!!" I yelled, annoyed.

"I-I didn't mean it like that. I j-just thought, when it came to mean girls like Britney, you wouldn't let them get to you; You'd keep what you have to say to yourself so you don't stoop to their level or get in trouble."

"Oh so now I'm 'stooping to her level'!?" I asked, getting angrier by the second.

"Kylie, C'mon. You know what I mean." He said, trying to kiss my cheek.

"No! I don't know what you mean and I don't think I want to!" I yelled, pushing him out of the way.

I ran out of the house and started walking out to their barn. I know this isn't my house, but I need to take a long walk before going back. Tonight is going horrible.

Ezra's P.O.V

She stormed out of the house, taking me by surprise. That blew way out of proportion. I was just trying to explain that she was way better than Britney and I didn't think she would yell at her like that. I was proud of her. She's been letting Britney say whatever she wants because she didn't care what Britney or the other whores had to say about her, which is one of the many things I admire about Kylie. She stands up for herself when it's needed, but when it's just something she can blow off, she does. What she done tonight was beyond sexy. When she's mad, it makes me want to take her in my arms and kiss her with all of my might.

I walk outside to the deck. I should probably explain the reason she left to everyone.

"Why did Kylie leave? Where did she go? Is she okay? What did you do to her Ezra??" Brooklyn asked, getting worried.

"She walked off towards the back. Umm.... We kind of got into an argument. She probably just needs to blow of some steam." I said, shrugging my shoulders.

"You are such an idiot." Brooklyn said as she walked off to look for Kylie.

"So.... You wanna go and play some video games?" Mason asked.

"Sure." I agreed.

Maybe this will help me figure out what just happened.

"Well, we're going up to my room. Britney left thanks to your little 'toy'." Adrienne said, looking at me with anger.

"She's not just some toy. She's.... She's...." What is she? I was supposed to ask her to be my girlfriend tonight but I don't see that happening.

"She's what?" Adrienne asked, annoyed.

"She's a really good friend so I would appreciate it if you treated her with respect. Britney deserved what she got."

"Whatever." She said, walking off with Loren and the rest of the girls trailing behind her.

I stood up and followed the guys in. Mason gave me a cold bud light. The rest of the guys were drinking miller light. Logan was putting call of duty into the game console while we all waited on it to start. As soon as the game started, we all were focused on the screen. When we play games, don't mess with us. We get in the zone.

I hope Kylie isn't too pissed at me. I'm her ride home.

Kylie's P.O.V

Was I too harsh? Maybe he was just trying to say I'm better than her so he was proud of me for giving her a taste of her own medicine.

Or was he saying I never take up for myself and he didn't think I was capable of doing it? This is just too confusing.

I heard some leaves crunching in the distance and started getting scared. No one knew I was out here. Ezra didn't even know where I went, I just left. The sound was getting closer and closer. I looked around for something to protect myself. I found a shovel in the corner of the horse stable. I picked it up and held it up above my head, ready to strike.

The sound was right in front of the stable now. I stepped out a little and was about to hit the person but was stopped by a familiar voice yelling.

"It's me Kylie! Don't murder me! Geez!!" Brooklyn yelled.

"Don't sneak up on me like that woman!"

"Sorry. I just wanted to know if you were okay. Ezra's an idiot." She said as we were walking back into the stable. "What was the fight over anyway?"

"He called me weak and basically said I couldn't take up for myself."

"What?!? You just pushed Britney in a pool and told her off!! How is that not taking up for yourself!?"

"I don't know. He said he didn't think I would let a girl like Britney get to me and that I wouldn't stoop to her level."

"You didn't stoop to her level. You stood up for yourself and I'm very proud of you for that. Yeah, you normally just ignore what she says, but this time, you gave her a piece of your mind. Good job boo!" She winked, giving me a hug.

"Thanks." I giggled. "Ezra also said he thought I was too sweet to be a girl like Britney and I keep what I have to say to myself so I don't get in a fight or in trouble."

"Well he's right. You normally do keep it to yourself. You don't let her get to you like all the other girls at our school. You are too much of a lady for that." She chuckled.

"Do you think I was too harsh on him?"

"Depends. What did you say back?"

"Well I said I was offended he thought of me like that and I'm an independent woman. I didn't give him a chance to explain. I just ran out of the house and came here."

"You should have gave him a chance. Everyone deserves that."

And she's right again!

"Yeah I guess you're right."

"C'mon. Let's go back. I'm pretty sure he's worried about you." She said, gesturing for me to follow her.

"Alright. Let's get this over with."

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All of the guys eyes were on us. I, being the awkward uncomfortable one, tripped over my own foot.

"Ouch." I stated in pain, falling to the floor.

I heard a few snickers and just stood back up, trying to brush it off.

"Clumsy much?" Kendall asked, trying to hold back a laugh.

"Leave me alone. I fall a lot. It's normal."

"Yeah, for a klutz." Logan added.

"Whatever. I'm going up to Adrienne's room." I replied, practically running up the stairs.

I have no idea where her room is. I knocked on each door I came to and when I didn't hear an answer, I just moved on to the next door. Yeah, they have a huge house. Finally, after about 10 minutes of hunting for her room, I came to a room with a bright pink sparkly door. Unless Mason swings the other way, I'm pretty sure this is her room. I knocked softly. Someone yelled 'Come in' a few seconds later. I stumbled in after having some troubles opening the door. When I saw all of them in their bra's and panties, I turned the other way.

"Umm..... Why are y'all undressed?" I asked, slightly uncomfortable.

"Oh. Forgot about that." One of the girls giggled. "We're dressing up in all of Adrienne's moms clothes and modeling them around."

"Want to join?" Loren asked.

"I don't think so. My moms clothes are expensive. I don't want her ruining them." Adrienne snarled.

"If anyone ruins them, it'll be you." I replied, smirking.

"And what's that supposed to mean?"

"You're filthy. You've slept around with every guy you came across just like Britney."

"You don't know me. Just because you snapped at Britney, doesn't mean you can with me. This is my house. I can kick you out so I'd watch what your saying." She said, stepping closer.

"Go for it. Your brother wouldn't let you kick me out. Unlike you, he has a heart. He actually likes me."

"Whatever. Are you gonna join us or not?"

"I'd love to." I grinned happily. I'm on a roll tonight.

An hour later, and we're all in expensive dresses and jewelry. Come to find out, Adrienne and Mason's mom is a fashion designer. She always has fashion shows. Adrienne just so happens to be one of her models. Her ego is bigger then this whole world.

I'm wearing the most expensive dress her mom owns. Kendall's girlfriend wanted to make Adrienne mad so she gave me the beautiful dress to model. The dress was so gorgeous. It was strapless with a sweetheart neckline. It was floor length and it had a drop waist. It flared out as it started getting longer. It was a bright white with diamond's around the neckline. It was like my dream dress. Loren gave me a pair of diamond studded hoops and some white wedges to add to the look. I threw my hair into a side ponytail with some of my bangs left out. We were walking around her room, modeling our dresses. I was watching Loren model hers. She looked amazing. No wonder Ezra dated her for so long. I feel so ugly compared to her.

I sighed and sat on the edge of Adrienne's bed. All of the other girls were laughing and gushing over their dresses. To my dismay, Loren came over and sat right beside me.

"What's wrong?" She asked.

"Oh nothing. Just feeling a little out of place."

"Why? You seem to fit in pretty good to me." She smiled.

"Well ... Umm.... You look amazing and Adrienne's a model and all the other girls are used to this kind of stuff. I have no idea what I'm doing or how to even wear a dress like this. I feel...." I said drifting off. I don't want her to think I'm some insecure girl because I'm not. I mean, I know I'm not butt ugly but I'm not as beautiful as all of them or any of the other girls Ezra's around.

"You feel what?" She asked, genuinely concerned.

"I feel so...... ugly, I guess, compared to all of you."

She just started laughing. I don't see anything funny about this.

"Hunny, You're stunning. You are ten times prettier then anyone in this room. Adrienne's only a model because her mom is a fashion designer. She couldn't actually be a model if she had to work for it. You have natural beauty which is hard to find."

"You're just saying that to be nice." I replied, not believing her.

"Fine. I'll prove it. Hang on, I'll be right back." She stated, walking out of the room.

What is she up to?

"Alright. All the girls come down to the living room. You're going to model for the guys and Mrs. Barber." Loren yelled from down stairs.

How is this supposed to help me grow confidence? If anything, it's gonna make it go down a level.

"Well looks like I get to show off my good looks once again." Adrienne boasted, walking like she's better than everyone else down to the living room.

"I don't think I'm gonna do this. I'll just wait for you guys up here." I said, sitting back down.

"Oh no you're not. Get up and come down with us. This will be fun." Kendall's girlfriend Kami said.

"I'm good."

"Nope. You're coming whether you like it or not." She said, dragging me down stairs.

"Ugh." I groaned.

When I was about to go up and model, Loren announced my name.

"Here is Ms. Kylie Anders. She is 5' 4 with long brown hair. Her hobbies are reading, listening to music, fishing, and spending time with family and friends. She's 17 and currently single so guys, she's available!" She stated, looking at me.

I walked down the stairs and walked down the runway, which in this case, is the middle of the living room.

I switched my hips from side to side, turning to look at everyone every now and then. I paused at the end and waved a pageant wave. I've watched America's Next Top Model a few times so I kinda sorta know what I'm doing. I walked back up the runway and smiled widely. All of the guys' mouths were hung open. Ezra was just staring at me creepily. His eyes were as wide as golf balls. Everyone clapped and shouted my name as Mrs. Barber went in front of us.

"Wow! Girls, you all are beautiful! Loren suggested to me that at the end of our little show, we all, and when I say we all I'm meaning me and the guys, score you on a scale from one to ten, ten being the best and one being the worst. Whoever has the highest score, gets to keep their dress and model it in my next show. Let's get this started!"

She started calling out all of our names. Adrienne was first. There was 7 guys.

Mason gave her an 8.

Ezra gave her a 5.

Logan gave her a 7.

Kendall gave her an 8.

Caleb gave her a 4.

Cole gave her a 6.

And Jacob gave her a 4.

Her total was 42. Not great but not horrible. Maybe that made her ego a little smaller.

All of the other girls were scored, but no one ever made it over 55.

Finally, they were to me. My feet were starting to hurt, so I took off my shoes and threw them to the side. I don't even care about this stupid contest. I was just ready to change out of this dress and put my comfortable clothes back on. I knew I wouldn't even reach 40.

"Alright, now to Kylie. Guys, hold up your cards and score her. Remember, be completely honest." Loren announced.

Mason- 10

Ezra put 'To infinity and beyond.' I laughed when he raised his up.

Logan- 10

Kendall- 10

Caleb put 10 and gave me his number.

Cole- 10

Jacob- 10.

Mrs. Barber even scored me. She gave me a 10.

To say I was shocked would be an understatement. My eyes widened and I went speechless.

"A-are y-you serious?" I asked, blinking a few times.

"Yes. I told you Kylie, you are absolutely beautiful." Loren stated, smiling at me.

"Congratulations Kylie! You win! Be at my house by 8 a.m. next Saturday morning for practice and then we will get you dressed up and ready to model around 5. The show starts at 7. Enjoy the dress." Mrs. Barber said, walking back to her office.

"So you're single and ready to mingle?" Caleb said, wiggling his eyebrows at me. I laughed and my cheeks turned a light shade of pink.

"Uhhh...Y.." I started to say before I was interrupted.

"Before you answer that, I have something to ask you." Ezra said, startling me. He hasn't said a word since I modeled my dress.

"Yes?" I asked.

He stood in front of me and started playing with his hands. He looked really nervous. I wonder what's got him so worked up....

"Kylie, You are the most breathtakingly, stunning, beautiful girl I have ever set eyes on. You brighten my day the minute you look at me. Your smile is absolutely gorgeous. I'm so blessed to have you in my life. I want to call you mine for the rest of my life. I know we've only been on one date, but I can't imagine my life without you..... So with all of that said..... Kylie Anders.... Will you be my girlfriend?"

I was just looking at him to see if he was telling the truth. I was amazed at how he asked me. When Austen asked me to be his girlfriend, he just said ' Hey babe. You're my girlfriend now. Okay?' I could even feel tears in my eyes. That was so freaking sweet. I hope this doesn't turn out to be a bad thing.

"Yes. I would love to." I said, smiling and hugging him.

"Really?" He asked, shocked.

"Of course! You're amazing!" I replied, kissing him.

Everyone started cheering and some of the girls were saying 'Awws'. Adrienne just got mad and left.

"Y'all are too darn cute." Kami cooed.

Tonight hasn't been as bad as I thought. It's actually been one amazing night I'll never forget.

(A/N So he finally asked her! :) I really enjoyed writing that part! Tell me what you guys think so far. Do you have any suggestions on how I can improve my book? Thanks for reading! I can't believe it's gotten over 700 reads! Y'all are amazing!)