” Daniel leaned forward and planted a soft kiss on her lips. He brushed some of her blue hair off her forehead. He kissed her again just as the cloc... chimed midnight. He pulled back and looked into her blue eyes. “Do you hear that?”“The clock? Yeah, it’s midnight.” Madison nodded. She realized she’d been holding in her breath. She let it out. The room buzzed around her. She hadn’t had that much champagne.“Here’s to more kisses in the new year.” Daniel leaned in and darted his tongue into her. .. Unless… Her makeup was different, but the hair was the right length and color. “The club? That’s right! I kissed you to hide from my… from Areth, using your boyfriend as a disguise. I’m sorry, but that kiss meant nothing to me.”He saw her face drop in disappointment for a moment, then noticed resolve solidify in her dark eyes. “It must have meant enough that you finally remembered it, but that wasn’t the only reason. You’re a patriot. You fight for what’s right. And good. And holy. Red,. His hand brushed against her shoulder length blond hair as it sought her face. After a minute they stopped to collect themselves.“That was nice, you’re a good kisser John Carroll. Did you learn how in New York?”“I guess,” he replied with a shrug, “would you like to take a walk?”She just nodded in reply and the two began walking. They spoke much of the time though on occasion they were silent but either way they enjoyed each other’s company. Soon after they started their hands found each other. We’d also like to thank Tiffany for being our flower girl and Brent for being the best man and embarrassing us on our wedding day, believe me we won’t forget it.’ At that reminder everyone started laughing again. I took up where Cheyenne left off. ‘As a token of our appreciation, Cheyenne tried her best to bankrupt me and bought everyone a distinctive different gift she thought you’d personally enjoy. Once again thank you all for coming and we hope you enjoy the rest of the party, enjoy!’ I.