SHADOW

CHAPTER-7

17th August,Thursday
McArthur Mansion,NY.

Sofie's POV;

Life at the McArthur mansion remains the same.And Gideon is busy as ever.But,we developed a sort of routine and we follow that,except when he's gone for business trips.But that's all about to change when Jonah start preschool next month.Maybe,I can start working again.

Gideon choose "Riverdale Country Preschool" for Jonah.I almost choke when I check their website.Its very expensive,it cost nearly the same as "Lawrenceville High",where Gideon,Thea and I graduated high school.Lawrenceville High is expensive,and I am among the lucky students who got the scholarship.If not,there's no way for our family to afford such expensive tution fees.But,clearly Gideon can afford tution fees for Jonah and I'm glad.Its the best money could buy.

"Maam,there's someone to see you.They're waiting for you in the foyer."

That's strange.It can't be my parents,they don't say anything about visiting when we're talking yesterday.Maybe,Chance,my brother,he plan to visit me,but only next week.

"Thank you,did they say who they are."

"No maam,but they say that Sir send them here."

Thats strange.Is something wrong with Gideon?Fear grip me as I thought of that."Thank you,I'll be there in a minute."My voice shook slightly.

I quickly take Jonah out of his play pen and carry him and walk downstairs.I try hard not to panic,if there is something wrong,he will call me.But what if he's in an accident and can't call me?What if he's serious?Worse,what if he's dead?.No,don't think that?It would'nt happen.

There are about five stylish looking people in the foyer.The don't look like they're here to bring bad news.I stop a bit to maintain my composure.I walk towards them and with the bravest voice I could muster,I greet them.

"Hello!What can I do for you?"

"Mrs MacArthur?" One of them inquired looking surprise.

I just nodded too afraid to speak.Everyone stared at me.What is wrong?They really make me uncomfortable.And I try hard not to show it and look each of them in the eye.Before,I could ask them what's wrong and tell them it is impolite to stare.One of them,a gorgeous woman in her 40's with an air authorithy recovered first.

"Sorry,I'm Celeste Lavue,I'm the late Mrs McArthur's stylist,we were here to get you ready for tonight."She said with a slight accent.

Thank God,its not bad news.But I'm confused as ever."Tonight?"

"Yes,you'll attend a charity gala at Roosevelt Hotel and Mr McArthur send us here to get you clothes,shoes,and whatever you need for tonight"

Thats completely unexpected.

"Are you sure Gideon send you here?".Why did'nt he tell me anything about this?

"Yes maam,may we start?You have to get ready before 7:00 p.m."

I look down at my sweatpants and my simple tee shirt with a cardigan.I feel out of place in our own house,among these stylish people.They all look so stylish and elegant.

No matter,stylish or not.I have to be a good host for Gideon's sake,having a crappy host as a wife can tarnish his reputation.I'll try my best for Gideon."Ok,Let's continue this in the sitting room,please follow me."I gestured towards the parlor.

When we're seated,I ask them "Would you like some drinks?".So far,so good.When everyone said what they want,I send the maid to get the drinks.