Cinderella in Reverse

Thirty Nine - A PhiloSOPHical Pep Talk

Vienna sighed in shock. "I still can't believe you're going to The Dubois Restaurant, I mean, you're so lucky!"

We chatted about the wedding (both Finn's and mine impending) some more, relaxing on the velvet lounges.

"I told you Austin's the best boyfriend Soph could ask for." Tori smirked at Vienna.

"Yes, boyfriend not husband."

I clicked my fingers at their bickering. "I'm still right here!"

Checking my watch, I shrieked. "I have two hours left!"

Even though Tori and Vienna disagreed with each other on my choice in men and marriage, they smirked at each other in a truce and started to throw clothes, shoes and accessories at me for me to try.

"This is your last outfit you'll ever wear as a girlfriend, MAKE THE MOST OF IT!" Tori commanded, throwing me a skater skirt when I told her to stop throwing me stuff. Vienna finally stopped doing my hair before I walked over to the mirror and gasped.

I had gasped too when I slipped on the beautiful dress Tori gave me, but taking it all in was...breathtaking, to say the least.

The sweetheart neck-lined tulle dress made me feel like a true ballerina, my hair was neatly fastened in an elegant bun, with a diamond pendant resting on my neck. My cheeks flushed a soft, peachy colour and my eyeshadow made my eyes pop with colour.

Vienna gave me one last hug before I left, before retreating to the living room. Tori brushed away random bits of lint, thread and dirt from my dress. "I just want to say, that you're making the right decision." she said softly, tucking back a stray hair.

"I hope so." I whispered back, before leaving and shutting the door behind me. I really do.

When I got into the living room, there were people everywhere. Rosie and Finn were blocking the door and I let out a long breath.

"Excuse me." I said to Rosie, who was chatting to Finn.

"Oh sorr-Sophia!" She gasped. "Why are you dressed so fancy?"

"That's none of your business," I said, grabbing my purse from a side table. "Besides, I'm going on a date."

Finn clenched his jaw before retreating to his room. What's up with him?

Vienna grabbed my arm and pulled me over to where she and Ashley were standing.

"Did you need me for something?" I asked. Inspecting my phone, and using my amazing judgement, Austin was supposed to take me to the restaurant in ten minutes. "Austin's picking me up in ten minutes!"

Vienna sighed. "You and I have known each other longer than anyone else. And we've been best friends since elementary school. You and I know each other better than anyone else in the world. Everything I do is always for your benefit."