An Unwanted Life

Waiting

Caryn stared at her own reflection in the full-length mirror. She was beautiful. She didn't even recognize herself. Her dark hair was made into curls that fell up unto her waist. The makeup emphasized her full lips and big blue eyes. Even the blue dress deepened the color of her eyes. But not even her stunning looks could calm the fear that never left her.

"Stunning. Now master will not be mad at either of us. Just behave for the rest of the night and follow my example, okay? It was nice knowing you Caryn." Caryn looked at Amber confused. "You will be leaving soon my dear. Promise me that no matter what happens, you will survive, okay?" With a silent nod Caryn whispered: "I promise".

Amber let Caryn into a huge room, which seemed like a ball room. At the back of the room there was a long table with about 30 seats around it. A bouquet was situated on what seems like a stage. And the area in front of the supposed stage seems like it was made for dancing. Next to the table, twelve women were lined up, all in very revealing dresses. All eyes were set on Caryn upon entry. She started feeling nervous with all the stares. Then her eyes fell on Leila who were standing straight, staring at her with lifeless eyes. "What happened to her?" Caryn wondered. She wanted to approach Leila, but Amber held her back, almost as if she sensed what Caryn was about to do. "Behave. Remember?" Amber whispered to her. Caryn nodded while sending a small smile to Leila.

The doors opened and the butlers announced the entry of the sheikh. All the women bowed their heads and Caryn quickly followed their example. He went to take his seat at the head of the table. After that, five couples entered. According to the announcement it was business partners of the sheikh, along with their wives. After the couples were seated Caryn couldn't understand why the women were still lined up against the wall, but scared of doing anything wrong, she kept quiet.

The sheikh stood up, whispered something to the butler and took his seat again. The butler came up to Caryn and nervously she started fidgeting with her hands. "Miss, please come with me" he said. Silently Caryn followed. He then took her to a small room that looked like a small lounge or hideout for people who were tired of the event. "Miss you should stay here. You will be fetched later on" he said again. "This just gets more confusing by the minute" Caryn thought whilst shrugging.