Cress is an assassin. Always looking for jobs to take on. Getting used. By then she has learned that she can't trust anyone, maybe not even herself. As a result, her heart is cold and the feelings of happiness and joy have left her.
But when she ha...
I finish fixing the collar of my suit, a nice dark brown one with simple gold embellishments on the fabric. A small tan-colored cape is draped across my right shoulder, pinned into place by a golden pin. Slipping on the white gloves, I stare at myself in the mirror. Not bad, I end up complimenting myself with a chuckle.
I glance out the window at the crowd of people crowding the courtyard in the brightly lit castle. They must be nobles and upperclassmen. I take notice of their fancy clothing and delicate gowns.
I open the door to Shirayuki's room after giving a few knocks. "Miss?" I call out. "You should see the people arriving. I've never seen so many pretty dresses in my life."
I pause in my step before I continue walking to Shirayuki, who's looking embarrassed as she slowly faces me. "Oh wow," I exclaim, sending her a big grin. "So this is the result of having all those maids around you all day."
Shirayuki looks beautiful in her new dress, a pale mint-colored ball gown adorned with pink beads and a nice necklace to go along. Her red hair, which is normally down, has been done in a pretty style.
She sighs. "I thought I'd be nervous but I had no idea." She anxiously clenches her fists against her dress while shifting her weight from foot to foot.
"Well, being a guest of the prince is a big thing," I reason, thoughtfully studying her. "But if it will make you feel better, the Prince Raji will prepare a chair for you right next to his. You could stay by his side the whole night if you wanted to."
"Yes, but... if I sit for the whole night, it will all be for nothing." Shirayuki suddenly looks up with a determined gaze.
"That's true." I say, agreeing with her.
"Right. If I start acting like a crazy person, I want you to clear your throat to let me know!" She requests, making me grin back at her, amused.
"Of course, m'lady." I give her a bow jokingly.
Shirayuki glances toward the door that links this room to Cress's room. "I wonder if Cress is ready yet. I haven't seen her since morning."
Just then, the door opens slowly, and Cress enter the room. "Yeah, yeah, I'm ready," she mumbles.
My eyes widen, and a breathless gasp exits my lips.
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Cress looks so stunning in her dress. It's a wonderful shade of turquoise that gets darker towards the bottom. The top part is decorated with many glittering jewels. And she's still wearing the necklace I gave her. The girl lifts her head, looking a bit shy as she meets my awestruck gaze. Her amber eyes contrast her blue hair beautifully as she blinks at me.
I feel my face becoming pink as I clear my throat. "You look beautiful," I compliment her, observing her reaction as I speak.
A wide smile makes its way onto her face as she stares at me and Shirayuki. "Thanks," she replies, a faint blush on her cheeks. "Although maybe all these jewels are too much." She brushes a finger along the tiny gems that line the dress.
