How about this one ?
What ? I ask, snapping my head up from almost falling asleep.
Embre. She whined, placing her glasses in her purse. Which one ? She pointed to a sliver and red dress.
Uh… My eyes flickered between the two, but I didn’t quite see myself wearing them. What about that one ? I asked her, pointing behind her.
What ? She asked as she was turning. Oh this. She picked up the dress I had my eye on.
Yeah.. do you like it ? I was afraid that she would tell me no and that I have horrible taste.
If you like it, I love it. She shrugged. But it’s going to need a little bit of pop.
Like accessories and stuff ?
Exactly. She held out her hand that was holding the dress. Here, go try it on.
And that’s when I noticed how much clothing I was wearing, and it made me not want to. But I knew we didn’t have much time so I went to find the dressing room.. but it was right across from me.
Three slips of clothes, heels and a watch later, I fitted inside the dress. My hands automatically went to my arms feeling how bare they were. Are you done ?! I heard Lilly call out to me.
Yeah ! I called back out to her. Just give me a sec.
Going back to looking at myself, I turned to the side to eye my curves that I didn’t know quite existed. Taking a deep breath, I stepped out of the dressing room for Lilly to take a look.
Her eyes engulfed and they startled all in one but there was a hint of smile lingering on her face. Well that doesn’t tell me anything. I nervously laughed. Is there something on it ?
No, you look great ! Her smile expanded even more.
Thanks. I shifted from hip to hip. I feel like there’s something you’re not telling me. She still had a smile on her face.
Wait until Landon sees you. She spoke what was lingering in her mind.
I froze.
He’s going to be delighted to say the least. Go change so we can pay for the dress.
I just picked up a trait that they both have. They’re both demanding.
It’s three o’clock so we have to put a little hustle in to get to the house.
We’re going back to the house ?
That’s where all your makeup stuff is, we can stop in a few stores to pick up some things that I can add if you want. She talked to me as I changed back into my work clothes.
A few moments later, we approached the check out. Would you like bag ?
Yes please. Lilly was digging in her purse for her wallet I’m assuming.
Lilly, you don’t have to do that-
It’s already done. She handed her card to the cashier and she didn’t hesitate to swipe the card.
My eyes widen. 5, 000 dollars ? I knew I looked ridiculous with my mouth opening and closing but I was in a state of shock.
We still have to get shoes. Lilly told me as she watched carefully when the lady placed the dress in the dress bag.
Oh god..
What ?
How will I pay you back ?
It’s my treat Embre. Lilly took the bag from the cashier after thanking her. Now lets go. Handing the dress for me to hold, she turned on her heel to walk out of the expensive store.
Does Ulta and Sephora sound okay ? She asked me.
Now she’s talking my language.
Alright when we get out, I need you to sprint upstairs. No questions, if he tries to speak yell no and keep running okay ?
Alright..
Good. She grinned before stepping out of the car with her two bags and I stepped out with one.
Shifting one of the bags to her other hand, she pulled out his house key. Take a deep breath. She warned as she turned the knob. Ready ? Opening the door we both stepped in. Go !
Whoa ! We heard Landon call out startled. Hey what’s going-
No ! We both yelled, bolting up the stairs and into her my- her- room.
We both bent over to catch our breaths and still slouched over, I looked at her. That wasn’t such a good idea.
Tell me about it. She breathes out. My treadmill at home would be so proud of me.
After a few more coughs, we stood back up. Go.. go take a shower. She pointed to the bathroom. We.. only have an hour and thirty before I have to leave.
I tried to take my time showering, but after twenty five minutes she was knocking on the door telling me to get out.
Another characteristic… both impatient.
Stepping out of the shower, I secured my towel around myself before walking out. Okay I was thinking that maybe since it’s that dress we could pin your bangs and put the rest of your hair up into a bun. Lilly was already talking before I could wipe the residue water off my face. Landon said you did something to your hair that he liked and I had him describe so hopefully you know what I’m talking about.
That’s fine. I trusted her in knowing that she wouldn’t make me look bad… And yeah I remember.
Okay, I’ll set up the makeup and just come out here when you’re done.
Realizing I was still in my towel, I grabbed a matching set- not on purpose- of a tank top and shorts. She wouldn’t want to see my flops of meat sticking out if I was just in my undergarments.
Should we put the dress on before you do my face. Just in case ?
Embre… how did you put on this dress ? She asked me, she crossed her arms with an arched eyebrow.
I just slipped it on… She removed the bag from around the dress and I saw a zipper running down the back until it reached the hips. I’m not having this conversation. I slipped back into the bathroom, that was embarrassing.
Seven bobby pins and a enormous amount of gel later I was done with my hair. Slicking my edges down was the last step.
Alright done…
Oh my…
She had the desk covered in makeup and she only looked up once she saw me but she was brushing out of the brushes with her. Well that was quick but I like it.
She’s the one talking about quick ?
You ready ?
To be honest. I slowly approached her. Not really.
You’ll look gorgeous when I’m through. She patted the seat. Now let’s get to work.
Done. I felt her add in her last touches to my lip color before she stepped back sealing it back up.
Turning in my chair to face the mirror, I flinched, startled by my appearance. Whoa.
You don’t like it ? She asked and by her facial expression I knew she was hurt but it was the exact opposite.
No ! I shook my head. No, it’s just hard to believe that’s me. Moving my head, the girl in the mirror followed my exact movement.
Alright now for the dress. She placed the lipsticks on the dresser before walking over to the dress that I would be wearing.
Let me put on some undergarments. I got up to dig in the drawer but she stopped me.
This dress will require a thong.. do you have any ?
My face heated up.
Why do I need to wear it ?
Leave it to Regina to take me shopping back when was here.. but I never really thought I would have to put one on.
So that no one will see your granny panties, believe me we all have some, but you’ll be with Landon and that means pictures possible and that means-
Yeah I got it.
Good.
Digging throw my drawer, I picked up the matching black set and I grimaced at the sight of it.
You’ll be fine. She waved me off. There uncomfortable for the first hour then it gets some what better.
Some what better ?
We’re all different so maybe even longer. She shrugged. Now chop chop. She already had the back unzip so all I had to do was step in it and she zipped me up.
Thank god your toes are done already. She eyed my toes and I scrunched them into a ball. It’s okay I already saw the little minions.
Hey !
I’m kidding. She snickered at her joke. Reaching for the bag that was on the bed, she pulled out the shoes.
I can’t believe you bought me those. I reminded her, looking at the Louboutin shoes.
You’re my soon to be sister in law. She shrugged like what she said didn’t matter. So put them on.
Sitting down on the bed, I carefully slipped them on. Okay now stand up.
I might die. I warned her.
Let me help you. She held out her hand to help me up.