Chapter 9

Before she could move away, I held her wrist and pulled her with me as I fell. A shrill scream escaped her mouth as we both fell into the fountain I didn't know was behind me. A loud splash echoed in my ear, followed by gasps from the people around. All attentions were on us and photos were taken by the reporters. No one wanted to miss the once in a lifetime chance to watch as the Emerson daughters publicly embarrassed themselves. Luckily, the water's length wasn't high so there was no risk of drowning. "Oh God!!" I heard mom's shriek as she rushed towards us. "Are you alright?" She asked, her concerned gaze mainly on Riley who was in front of me. Dad was there too and he also only cared about how Riley was faring. Just then, I saw Liam rush towards us, his eyes filled with worry. Without saying a word, he stretched his hand towards me but before I could think of taking it, Riley beat me to it. She grabbed his hand and he didn't bother pulling away. "Are you okay? Were you hurt??" I wa