The Light Behind Your Eyes

Christmas is quickly approaching, it's only 2 weeks away. My friends and Franks friends are now like one big group. Franks birthday was really the turning point. He had a halloween house party, everyone was wasted but it was a sick night over all. Ava and Bob ended up getting off and Lana and Mikey really hit it off too. So basically now they're all dating. It takes the pressure off me and Frank now that we don't feel like we have to split time between our separate friends and each other. Lana has warmed up to Frank completely now, she see's how amazing he is and even apologized and said she was wrong about him.

I was in the kitchen having my breakfast when my father appeared in the doorway which is strange, usually he's long gone in the morning. We haven't spoke in a while because we had a major argument after that stupid dinner I had to go to because I left. I fought my case well, I told him it was unfair to expect me to wait around the entire night with snotty people who only care about themselves while he was off doing business anyway.
"Isabelle, don't forget we have our annual charity benefit for the children's hospital here on Saturday evening." He said as if he was speaking to his secretary
"I didn't think we were going ahead with that this year...it was always...mom's-" Then he cut me off
"It's what she would want." - he had a point
"Alright."
"You can bring a friend if you like...You know so you're not left alone this time"
"Thanks dad." At least he understood why I left that godforsaken dinner.

.Later that day at school while Frank, Bob and I were having our lunch time cig's.
"So we're having this big black tie, charity event at my house this weekend. It's gonna be a total snorefest with annoying stuck up people. And I was wondering..." I trailed off while pouting and putting on an innocent face and fluttering my eye lashes
"And you were wondering if I would be your knight in shining armour who will escort you to this fabulous snorefest to prevent you from dying of sheer boredom?"
"Yeah pretty much."
"Of course I will, anything for you baby" he said while kissing my neck.
"Thanks hun."
"Oh you will be thanking me, wait till you see all of this in a tuxedo." he said very sassily making me laugh.

*Fast Forward to Saturday evening*
Joan and I have been getting pampered all day to prepare for tonight, It's what my mom and I used to always do, since this event is tradition, Joan felt like we should keep the pampering as part of that tradition which is nice of her, her hearts in the right place but it just makes me kinda sad. I'm just glad Frank's coming tonight, he'll make me feel better. When i'm with him I feel like we live in another world where nothing can hurt us. I'm hoping Joan might even meet a nice bachelor tonight, I often feel so sorry for her, she's worked for us my whole life and she only had a boyfriend once and he was an ass. We've tried the whole online dating thing too and they just all seem like serial killers. I worry about her, she needs me more than I need her and I'm just afraid for when I go off to college next year, what will she do with herself?
"So Izzy honey, are you excited for Frank to come tonight?" Joan asked while we were getting our mani-pedi's
"Uh yeah, I guess, I know it's not really his scene, I don't want him to feel uncomfortable."
"Oh no, i'm sure he he'll feel fine, with you on his arm how could he feel anything but comfortable? I really like him you know, he is a lovely boy"
"I know, he's great right?"
"He's so good for you Izzy, i've seen a nice change in you recently and it is down to Frank. i'm really pleased for you and I know your mom would adore him too."
"You really think so?"
"I honestly do. Now, you can tell me anything you know that?"
"Yeah Joan of course!"
"Okay well just tell me that you're being safe when you two...you know!"
"JOAN! ohmygod!"
"Well i'm only saying! you are both young, very attractive people! of course your hormones are gonna be screaming at you to rip each others clothes off! And if you haven't slept with him already...well done! That shows a lot of self restraint!" She said laughing "Just stay safe"
"We are safe." I said blushing
"Good. I knew you two were having sex!"
"OhmyGod Joan pleeeease stop! This is too weird!"
"Alright, i'll stop, but just know you can talk to me about absolutely anything dear."
"I know Joan, thanks, I love you."
"I love you too sweet heart."

I was finally ready and patiently waiting for the night to begin. I wore a gorgeous, long navy dress that had a very sexy yet tasteful slit up the side. There were swarofski crystals surrounding the bust and down by my waist. It was the perfect dress, it complimented my mature body in every way. I wore very small heels so that I wasn't taller than Frank. My hair was curled and put back into a loose bun. My skin was lightly tanned, my make up was neat and clear. I stared at myself in the mirror, I now looked much older than 17 but I couldn't get over just how much I looked like my late mother. My father knocked and awkwardly entered my room. He stood before me speechless.
"Everything alright dad?"
"Yes, Iz..Isabelle, here I got you this" He said holding out the all to familiar blue Tiffanys box. I open it to find an exquisite diamond bracelet. I really am grateful but all of these extravagant gifts just aren't me. I don't care for Tiffany's or jewelry, i never really did, he should know that. But I can appreciate it's beauty and the thought of course so I'll wear it.
"Thank you dad, it's truly beautiful!"

Our ballroom was beginning to fill up nicely when Frank had text me saying that he was pulling up, I walked to the front door to meet him. As he walked up the steps of the house I couldn't get over how handsome he looked in a tux. I quite happily could have just dropped my pants there and then. He put his arm around my waist and kissed me on the cheek.
"You look breath taking" He said into my ear.
"Thank you, You look so handsome, I can't wait to rip that tux off you later." I replied

Franks POV
I'm quite aware that Izzy is the most beautiful girl in the world, but Jesus Christ, tonight she looks unbelievable. We spent the night dancing, laughing and just enjoying each other's company. It was a little awkward when I noticed her dad watching us slow dancing from he sidelines. Shit, he's probably wondering who this tattoo'd riff raff is dancing with her daughter. I was telling her how much I love her and how amazing she is and she pecked me on the lips and politely excused herself to go use the bathroom. I told her i'd go get her a fresh drink, as I was at the bar area her dad approached me.
"Richard Dawson" He said in a very official way while holding out his hand.
"Frank Iero, Sir" I replied while shaking his hand.
"Well Frank Iero, come with me." Shit, I thought
We walked outside to the veranda when I noticed he was a little off balance and his speech was slurred. He must be drunk.
"So are you dating my daughter?
"Yes sir"
"Oh...She never told me she had a boyfriend" I could see sadness in his eyes
"Well, if you hurt her you don't want to find out what i'll do to you!" he threatened.
"Sir, I love Izzy with all my heart, soul, mind and strength. I would never intentionally do anything to hurt her. She's my entire world and I appreciate every second I spend with her"
"Good." He said now lighting a cigar
"You smoke?" he asked
"No sir" I lied, I didn't want him to think bad of me
"Well you do for tonight" He said handing me a cigar "You'll like them, they're Cuban" he added
"Thank you sir" I said while taking the cigar from his hand.
"Can you tell me something Frank?"
"Yes sir"
"Is she happy?"
"Yes sir, I do genuinely believe that she is...I try my best to make sure she's happy and she has some pretty amazing friend's that would do anything for her."
"I'm glad."
"May I say something though?" I asked terrified.
"Go on boy"
"Well, please don't take this the wrong way, I mean no offence...but...I know she misses her mom every single day but...I think she misses you more sir."
"Misses me? But I haven't gone anywhere"
"Maybe not physically..." I said then Mr Dawson sighed and looked away
"What has she said Frank?"
"Just that you two used to be so close, you guys used to dance and sing along to Stevie Wonder and Lionel Richie and watch old movies and go for walks. She said that at one time she would have counted you as one of her best friends. She just feels like she's lost you...and that's really hard for her to accept."
"It's just so hard Frank" He said, his voice was shaking, I think he was beginning to cry. "She looks more and more like her mother everyday, and I know it's not her fault but she's just a constant reminder of what i've lost. My beautiful wife, Izzy's beautiful mother was the apple of my eye!" He was really crying now. I put my hand on his shoulder to comfort him as he continued. "I don't know what to do, I didn't mean to make her feel this way. I don't even know who I am anymore and I forget what it's like to feel anything but sadness. I miss her so fucking much. I miss them both."
"Maybe you should just dance with her tonight, just like you guys used to do and it will all just come back naturally." I suggested.
"Yes, that's a good idea, thank you. You know you're alright kid!" He said patting me on the back
"Sir, may I make another suggestion"
"Yes Frank, your suggestions are golden!"
"And again, please don't take offence but...maybe we should sober you up a bit first."
"Yeah...that would be best."
"Stay here i'll be right back." I said sitting him down on a chair and rushing off to get him some water and some finger food. I returned and he thanked me.
"Frank, you will take care of her wont you?"
"Of course, but to be honest sir, she doesn't need to be taken care of. You and your wife did a brilliant job of raising such a smart, strong, amazing young woman."
"Thank you Frank, now go on i've held you up long enough, Izzy's probably wondering where you are and I don't want her to be alone" He said wiping the final tear from his eye.
"Are you sure sir? I really don't mind staying here with you a little longer"
"No, go, I insist."

I went back inside scanning the room for Izzy, when I see her by the Ice sculpture.
"Miss me?" I asked when sneaking up behind her and wrapping my arms around her
"Yeah" she said pulling herself closer to me.
"What's wrong?" I asked
"Nothing"
"I know there's something wrong."
"I just....I really miss her." Tears began to fill her big green eyes.
"I know, be strong and hold my hand" I said while hugging her tightly and rocking us back and forth. then I sang be my baby, she likes when I sing to her when she's upset, she says it soothes her.
"How can you always tell?" She asked
"Tell what"
"When there's something wrong"
"When I look into your eyes, they tell me everything."
"How?"
"Usually your eyes are sparkling as if there's light behind them but when your upset the light goes and sadness washes over them making them look a little...dark. But you're so strong and the light always comes back"
"Yeah cause of you no doubt"
"I will never let anything or anyone take the light behind your eyes, just know that sometimes we must grow stronger and you can’t be stronger in the dark but remember you will always burn as bright."
"That was so beautiful Frank, I love you" She said and kissed me. Stand by my by Ben E King began to play and her face lit up. I grabbed her by the hand and dragged her to the dancefloor because I know that it's her all time favourite song.
"Darlin darling stand by me!" we sang to each other
"The lights back" I said and kissed her. The song finished and isn't she lovely by Stevie Wonder began to play. This was one of the songs her dad would always sing to her, Just as we began to dance her dad came up to us.
"May I cut in?" He asked
"Of course." I replied and left them to it, she looked a little shocked but in a good way.

Izzy's POV
I couldn't believe my dad just asked me to dance, this is weird.
"You look absolutely beautiful tonight Izzy." He said
"You just called me Izzy?"
"Yeah, don't you go by that anymore?" He asked
"No no I do, It's just...I can't remember the last time you called me that."
"Me neither...I'm sorry Izzy dear, I guess we just grieve differently...I shouldn't have shut you out when you needed me the most. Please forgive me." He said fighting back to tears.
Don't worry about it daddy, i'm just glad to have you back" I replied while hugging him tightly
"That boyfriend of yours is really something!"
"What do you mean?"
"He's the one who opened my eyes Izzy, I approve of him."
"What? When did you even meet him?"
"Earlier...it doesn't matter. But he is a great guy."
"I know dad. He reminds me a little of you, You both have the same silly sense of humor"
When the song ended my father told me to go back to Frank.
"Are you sure?"
"Yes honey, go and enjoy your night."
"But I feel like I just got you back!"
"I'm not going anywhere Izzy, not anymore. Please tell Frank thanks from me"
"I will" I replied with a smile

Notes

I'm not very good at describing clothes and i'm not sure about anyone else but when reading stories I like being able to imagine it so here's a link to what the dress was like :P
http://www.lipsy.co.uk/store/vip-dresses/lipsy-v-i-p-embellished-bandeau-maxi-dress/product-is-VP00378_135
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