𝐖𝐈𝐂𝐊𝐄𝐃 𝐆𝐀𝐌𝐄 [𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐬 𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐱 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫] 🔞

ꜱᴇᴠᴇɴ: ᴛʜᴇ ʙᴀʟʟ

[A/N]: Smut warning this chapter

You held a small ice pack against your slightly bruised cheek. You were surprised that it did not look worse, but thankfully it was nothing that a little makeup could not fix.

You glanced to the clock that was beside your large dresser. You were thankfully on schedule. Your makeup artist and hair stylist would be here soon. Your eyes wandered over to your new dress that was held up by a metal hanger. Your father had apparently ordered it in advance just for you. And it was absolutely gorgeous. It was your favorite color and was designed just how you liked your dresses. It was accompanied by a small diamond headpiece that looked almost like a tiara. Your father undoubtedly wanted you to be the best dressed girl tonight.

You held two masks in your hands, one that matched your dress. Tonight's theme was a masquerade ball. Your father had also came in clutch with providing a mask for you and Coriolanus.

This was a much better outcome than you had originally expected. You originally thought you would have to go last minute dress shopping this morning and snatch the first decent one you saw along with a mask that looked somewhat the same. Your father was such a life saver.

As your hair stylist and makeup artist prepared your look, you could not help but wonder if Sunny was alright. You barely tuned into their conversation as you were lost in your own thoughts, replaying what happened the other day. You shut your eyes tightly, attempting to push out the sight of Arachne's lifeless body.

"You look absolutely stunning, [Y/N]." Your hair stylist praised you as she finished the hairstyle you wanted. She carefully placed the headpiece on top of your hair, a satisfied grin on her face.

You gazed at yourself in the mirror, appreciating the amazing work she and your makeup artist have done. "Thank you so much. You two never fail to impress me."

"Do you need help getting into your dress?" The makeup artist asked sweetly.

You shook your head no with a polite smile. "I got it, thank you for the offer."

• • •

Your mom had the biggest smile on her face when you entered the living room, fully dressed. She placed her hands on your shoulders as she admired you. "You are so beautiful darling."

Coriolanus, who was waiting for you on your living room couch stood up as you stepped the room. He appeared to be stunned by your presence, struck speechless for a brief moment. He simply stared, taking you in as you spoke to your mother.

"You never told me how charming that Snow boy was." Your mom whispered to you, referring to Coriolanus who was only standing a few feet away.

"Mom stop." You complained playfully, laughing as you gave her a small hug.

Once you and your mom separated, Coriolanus advanced towards you with a small smile. You could not help but notice how handsome he looked in his white tuxedo and black dress shirt. He held a hand out for you. "Shall we?"

You grinned, taking his hand in yours as he escorted you outside. "I feel like something is missing from your outfit."

"What might that be?" Coriolanus asked, his eyebrows slightly raised from curiosity.

"I have the finishing touch right here." You say, revealing the small white rose you were holding by what was left of the stem along with a pin.

A smile tugged at the corner of his lips. He had not even noticed that you were carrying the rose in your hand. He stood still as you pinned the rose to his tuxedo, a faint blush appearing on his pale cheeks.