Prince's Alterego

Chapter 2: Stepping into the Spotlight

Prince stood in the middle of the lavish living room, the weight of his new identity feeling lighter than it ever had. The self-doubt that had plagued him since he stepped into Jason Steele's life had all but vanished. He glanced at the portrait of the man he was supposedly becoming—this was his chance to step fully into this bizarre role.

Sophia bounced into the room, her excitement palpable. "I've got an idea!" she exclaimed, practically glowing. "You should announce that you're ready for a role in a movie!"

"A movie?" Prince raised an eyebrow, his heart racing at the thought. "Isn't that a bit much? I mean, I'm still just me."

"No, you're Jason Steele now! And you absolutely cannot miss this charity gala tonight. It's a big deal in the city, and everyone will be there!" She clapped her hands, urging him to see the possibilities.

"A gala? Already?" He couldn't believe it. Just yesterday, he was a regular guy with insecurities, and now he was being thrust into the limelight.

"Yes! It's perfect. We'll have a stylist come over to help you with the right look for the evening," she said, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm.

"Stylist?" Prince raised an eyebrow again, feeling the weight of the word. "I don't think I'm ready for that."

Sophia waved her hand dismissively. "You'll love it! Just trust me. This is your moment to shine."

Before Prince could argue, there was a knock at the door. Sophia hurried to answer it, revealing a young woman with an air of confidence and style. "Hi! I'm Chloe, the stylist. I'm very honored to see you in person, Mr. Steele," she said, extending her hand.

Prince shook her hand, a mix of nerves and excitement fluttering in his stomach. "Nice to meet you, Chloe."

"So, how can I style you today? Or do you have any specific ideas?" Chloe asked, her professional demeanor shining through.

"I... um..." Prince hesitated, glancing at Sophia for support.

"Tell her about the portrait!" Sophia encouraged, a broad grin on her face.

"Right," Prince said, pointing towards the portrait hanging in the bedroom. "You see that portrait?"

Chloe followed his gaze, her eyes widening. "Oh wow, you want that same style and exact appearance?"

"Yes," Prince confirmed, feeling a surge of confidence. "I want to look just like that."

Chloe nodded, a determined smile spreading across her face. "I can absolutely do that. Let's get started!"

As Chloe began her work, Prince settled into a chair, feeling both excited and apprehensive. He watched as she flitted around the room, pulling fabrics, analyzing colors, and scribbling notes.

"Do you have any preferences, Mr. Steele? Any colors or styles you'd like to avoid?" she asked, glancing over her shoulder.

"Honestly, I just want to look sharp," Prince replied. "I want to make an impression tonight."

Sophia chimed in, "He needs to look dashing and charming—like a true Hollywood star!"

Chloe chuckled, her eyes sparkling with creativity. "Challenge accepted! I'll make sure you look like the perfect Jason Steele."

As Chloe worked her magic, Prince began to feel the adrenaline coursing through him. The idea of stepping into a movie role, being at a gala, and embracing this life as Jason Steele felt exhilarating.

"You're really going to own this, you know," Sophia said, watching him with admiration. "Tonight is your night to shine!"

He took a deep breath, letting the excitement wash over him. "I'm ready. No more holding back. I'll be Jason Steele, and I'll own it."