Back In Black- Book 2

Chapter 30

Thanksgiving passed by quickly and wonderfully. It was only Ryler, aunt Bonnie, Jordan and I but I wouldn't have had it any other way. In a few hours I would be flying back to Minnesota with my aunt for the ball, but before than i had a few things left to do.

When Kat, the maid found out i planned to go completely blonde for the ball, she offered to do my hair. She said she is almost done with her first year of cosmetology school. I gladly accept her offer since it would save me money and a trip to a salon.

We decided to go with a golden blonde with a few low lights. Even though I'd be dying it back to my natural color after the ball, i was excited to see the outcome.

I couldn't wait to pretend to be me but not me, if that makes any sense. He doesnt know who i am now, and he didnt know what my name was during all those years of bullying. It gave me a strong advantage when it came to my plans. I doubt that he will be able to put two and two together. To say i was nervous was an understatement but at the same time I couldn't sit still due to my excitement.

I wanted to see the look in his eyes when i remind him what he did and how he hurt me. He needs to know that girl didn't forget and she's coming for him. Im going to hit him where he least expects it. I want him to be scared and questioning everything on a daily basis. He should want no one to know what he did but at the same time try to right his wrongs. Cole should beg for forgiveness. I need him to feel the pain that eats him to the very core the way i did when i was all alone in a world of pain.

Back then i felt like such a disappointment, unwanted and a nobody. There's nothing worse than to hate yourself on the level i did. Before i couldn't stand to see my own reflection.

I've come so far from where i was. On a daily basis i still fight my demons, but not like before. Now when i look in the mirror i love what i see. Learning to love my self was by no means easy, but it was worth it. I feel like a weight was lifted off my shoulders and I'm finally free to be me for the first time.

After a few hours my hair was bleached and styled. We decided to leave my hair down in loose waves that fell mid back. Blonde isn't my color but Kat did a beautiful job. She even did my makeup. My eyes were a simple smokey black and white.

The last thing to do was put my dress and mask on.

My dress wasn't only breath taking because it was a one of a kind, but because it symbolized so many things to me.

It symbolizes the old me transforming into the new me. It symbolizes the pain with the happiness, the good with the bad, the past with the future. But most of all it symbolizes the war waging inside me. Tonight would change many things and reveal a lot.

Aunt Bonnie wore a simple black dress that complimented her slim figure. Her hair was pinned back in a regal bun with a diamond encrusted clip to accent it. She looked amazing.

Right before we landed down in Minneapolis, she spoke up. Most of the flight she was busy making business calls. That woman never takes a break.

"You know how i feel about your plans, but know that i do support you. I want you to feel at peace with yourself and your past, and if this is what gets you there than I won't stand in your way." She paused to contemplate her next worlds. "I do think he has changed so take that into consideration even though what he and his friends did was horrible. Just remember there's a reason why they say 'always dig two graves when seeking revenge'."

"I'll keep that in mind." I took a deep breath and made my way to the limo waiting to take us to the ball. My nerves were slowly building to the point that my hands shook. Aunt Bonnie reached over and squeezed my hand to comfort me. I gave her a small smile and closed my eyes.

"Alright dear, we've arrived."

I steadied myself and put my mask on.

As we walked in, my breath was taken away. I have never seen something so beautiful. Everyone was in elegant, glittering dresses with their faces covered in over the top masks. Men were dressed in crisp black suits. This ball was a sight to see and i felt like a princess. In the back round jazz and blues music was playing.

Almost everyone here tonight was a stranger to me other than aunt Bonnie and Cole, if he shows up. I had no doubt that he would, it was just a matter of finding him.

For awhile i sipped on champagne and walked around the outskirts of the dance floor. Im glad aunt Bonnie invited me tonight. It was definitely a night i would not forget for a long time.

After about an hour i stood on the upper floor balcony over looking the ball. Couples moved flawlessly amongst the sea of the color filled room. Just as i happened to glance at the entry way, i happened to see the person I've been waiting for walk in.

He had a crisp black suit on like everyone else here, but his seemed to be made for him. In this moment i don't think I've ever been more attracted to a man. His mask was simple and black making his eyes pop. It amazed me that in a room of hundreds of men i could pick him out so easily.

For a few minutes i watched him mingle with important people I'm sure his mother knows. Sometimes i forget that he comes from this world full of important people and money.

I put my glass down and decided to put my plans in action.