Frozen in Time
That's the theme for Winter Dance this year. In conjunction with our main sponsor, Moy's family, it will be held on 7th March (Oliver's birthday) which is 2 days from now. Only Lily knows that it is my birthday too.
I called my mom last night, I told her about how I actually have a date for the dance but I don't have a dress. My mom freaked out worst than I did. "I'll be at your school by tomorrow morning with everything! Just tell me what you want to wear. " Before I could say anything, she cut me off, "You know what, just trust me. I'll prepare everything for you! Okay, I got a flight to catch, see you soon. Bye bye muah!" just like that she hangs up.
I texted my mom,
"Please, no sexy outfits. I prefer green and long dresses. If possible, no heels?" *seen*
I don't really have much choice but wait for her. *ringtone* Oh, it's Lily. Finally!
"Hey, Lily. I heard you were too busy for me," while I rolled my eyes even I know she can't see it.
"Franky is very light with his hand. I know we just met but I feel a real connection with him. It's like we had known each other in our previous life," Lily describing his personality after spending a few hours with this stranger while her index finger swirls her ponytail.
"I see you're falling head over heel for this ... Freeky? ('FRANKY' Lily corrects me) Ah, Franky. Geez, can you chill for a minute? I'm the one who's having a crisis," I whimpered as I roll on my bed. "I had to call my mom to ask her help on finding me a set of outfits for the dinner."
"I have tons of dresses if you want to use," Lily replies like it's not a big issue.
"I know but we are built differently, no offense Lily but I'm at least a foot taller than you and my boobs may slip from one of those dresses. I saw your collection Lily, I don't fit well in column and over-the-shoulder dresses. Besides, is Franky gonna be your date this weekend?" my curiosity builds up as Lily took her time to answer my only question.
"Well... don't be mad at me .... the reason I called you ... I wanted to tell you that I'm not going to the dance. Franky-
"Are you kidding me?! You just met this guy and now you're spending a romantic getaway with the guy you barely knew. So you're ditching me?" naturally I raise to a sitting position while I scream at Lily.
"We didn't plan to go to the dance anyway so I thought I would stay in, with Franky, in ITALY! His uncle has a vacation home there. I'm skipping school tomorrow and Friday!! I'm already in his private jet to ITALY!! (miss please keep your phone as we will fly in a minute) Oh sorry, give me a second. BETH, gotta go! Muah! Enjoy the weekend!" Lily cut me off before I could say anything else.
Great..
As I was about to switch off the light, I saw my phone vibrates. Sebastian is calling.
"Hello." I say while yawning.
"You're about to go to sleep? I'll be quick." I could hear his concerned tone.
"It's fine. What's up?"
"About the dance. You said you don't have a dress so I thought I could help you pick one. I can call in some favors."
"It has been handled. I'm in good hands. Worst, the faith of my entire look will be decided completely by my mom. She's coming tomorrow. I'm seeing her after school for a fitting. I will probably wear green, like jade kind of green. Are you okay with that?" This is last minute so I'll understand if he decides otherwise.
"Green is fine. I'll wear a matching green bowtie to your dress." I feel relief as I heard Sebastian is completely cool with green.
"Oh, great! I'm glad you're okay with that."
"I see you tomorrow. Good night, Beth." The way Sebastian spoke my name, his voice, deep, warm that melts my heart to the ground.
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The day of the main event.
Winter Dance; Frozen in Time.
I'm super nervous about tonight. My mom picked such a unique choice for me. The make up and emerald dress compliments my pale skin well. I'll be making a statement wearing like this but I don't think I have any other choices. Sebastian will pick me up.
Here we go!
As Sebastian stepped out from the car, I could literally hear other girls in the surroundings gasping for air. He looks sharp-looking and well-fitted in the black Armani tuxedo with velvet lapel suits his suave manners. The raven vest that compliments his outfit as well as his leather shoes. I saw his emerald bowtie still hanging around his neck. He smiles, a bit magical even in this dim light.
He saw me standing a few inches away from the limousine. His jaw dropped, his eyes popped! I divert my glance elsewhere to avoid eye contact as my cheek's burning.
"You look astonishing and breathtaking all at the same time. Your mom sure knows what goes well with you." He picked my left wrist and tie a bracelet corsage. Gently brought his lips to my hand, leaving a brief kiss on the skin just above my knuckles.
"You're lucky I know how to tie a bowtie. Scootch a bit lower." My fingers dance step by step to tie that bowtie. "Done!" He gave a quick smooch that caught me off guard. "Thank you, princess." I can feel the surge of blood rose to my face. My pale face turns pinkish for a split second.
For this event, they layout red carpet on the entrance for the girls to show off their designer dresses. Everything is important, from the accessories on the top of your head down to your toe.
Sebastian stepped out of the vehicle. His stunning image sure attacks the attention of the entire crowd. Flashes of camera blazing as he offers his hand to another person in the same vehicle. People are freaking out because the infamous Sebastian brought a date!
He held out his hand. The slight raise on her brows betrayed the surprise she was trying to hide as she stared at the empty palm in front of her. Her gaze traveled upwards meeting his, searching for certainty. She slid her hand into his hold. She didn't notice the curve that the corner of her lips made as soon as the warmth of contact settled in but he did.
Timidly, I stepped out.
the female companion is dressed in a jade green silk dress which compliments the cornsilk see-through cardigan with a cute hoodie hanging over her low shoulder. The skirt of the dress barely touched the ground, giving a glimpse of the red bottom, Christian Louboutin Impera Limited edition.
Her hair braided in the shape of 't', gives out the vibe of ancient dynasties. The hair coiled into a 't' line of the bun and the rest of the hair rested straight down to the shoulder, with Hanfu hairpin fixed. It exposed her neck accessorize a snake-like necklace with a dangling emerald. Paired with tiny emeralds on her ears. In the center of her forehead, a small gold flower was drawn to highlight the stunning colour of her olive eyes.
The smokey gold with bold eyeliner surely goes well with her whole outfit. The light glossy lips highlight her natural pinkish lips.
Sebastian smiled while he seductively wrapped an arm around my waist. We walk together and pause a few times for a proper photo, together.
"You surely steal the show," Sebastian whispers to my right ear.
"Finally you arrive!" Oliver appears from the dance floor. He wears Gucci black lavender slim fit tuxedo with a matching bow tie, undone. "Since when did you know to tie your own bowtie?" Oliver looked at Seb's bowtie.
"I don't. She did," he points at me. I was busy looking down on my feet as its hurting my damn toes.
"Wow! Who is she? She goes to our school?" I was too occupied with the pain on my toes, I barely see Oliver standing by my side. I walked past Oliver, leaving traces of my scent together with the trail of my hanfu.
I sat alone at the corner of the table as I hates to socialize with the other kids. I heard the hisses and snarks of the other girls while I was in the restroom a few minutes ago. They say that I'm a gold digger and outsider shouldn't be allowed to join the event. I miss Lily.
They are announcing the winner for the best dress. I was about to take a bite of the cookies I sneak inside my purse, a bright spotlight position over me. Dammit.. Mom surely goes overboard with the outfit. I made 'cut-it-off' hand gesture. "Please come to the stage to claim your gift card."
Forcefully, I stood up and made my way to the stage. I accept the gift card and rush down the stage. I skipped a step and found myself being pulled by gravity. I closed my eyes as my face was about to hit the ground! Someone caught my wrist and pulled me close, against his well-built chest. I stumbled again as I was trying to stand up. I tilted my head to see my savior, it's your father, OLIVER MOY. Our eyes locked, I feel like the whole room was in silence for a minute. I gaze away to snap back into reality. I quickly move away from Oliver without thanking him. I can hear my heart beating loud and face as if I just finished a 10km run. That's how I officially met him.
I did run into him in the hallway sometimes. I lined up behind him in the cafe once. Yet, I never really meet Oliver while he's facing me.
Dear, by that time I was dating his brother. (Mom, do things get twisted since then?) I did but I'll get there if you want to know what happens next. I already told you how I met your father. Well, he didn't know who I am as a person, he saw me as the girl who dated his brother. (Did he ever love you?) Yes, he did. That's how we have you! You're the symbol of our love. (What happened, Mom? Do you both not love each other anymore?) Hurm...it's complicated now. If you want to understand, I'll continue to tell you the rest of the story. (Yes, please!)
Sebastian managed to find me catching breath outside.
"Can we go now?" I begged Sebastian.
"I can't go now. They need me for Oliver's birthday cake ceremony. Besides, we still have to attend the after-party at my house!" Sebastian shines as he smiles in delight. I know this event meant a lot to him too.
"But, my foot is killing me.. I could barely walk properly in these heels." I remove my shoes, showing him my toes that have been crying in despair since we came.
"Worry not! I have it all prepared. What size do you wear? 6?"
"yes. What do you mean as 'prepared'?"
"Steve, can you please bring size 6 to the main entrance," Sebastian called up his loyal driver.
The limousine appears Steve rushes out with a pair of flat sandals.
"I know this will come in handy. I'm not sure what size you wear so I bought 3 different sizes before I picked you up. I noticed how you never wear heels even at school. I just have a feeling that tonight you might wear those (points at my heels) as you did mention your mom prepared everything.
Steve, please keep these lovely pairs inside the car. (my heels)
Lady Von Blues, your comfortable sandals awaits." Sebastian bends down, removes my heels and puts on the sandals. "There you go, my lady," he says while glaring at me. In slow motion, he raises his head without breaking eye contact. My heart took another 5km trip around the non-existent field. He buries his face between my chest," Your heart is racing." Grinning devilishly, Sebastian locks his lips onto mine.
As things are about to get intense, someone appears from the inside, "Sebastian! Oliver is searching for you. It's time for the cake! Oh, er, I'm sorry."
Dreadfully, Sebastian pulls away and lets out a groan of disappointment. "We'll continue later."
I was utterly dumbfounded by how my body reacts to Sebastian's touch. I could feel a rush of adrenaline through my arteries and veins. I could literally run a marathon.
He walks back inside and disappears into the crowd.
Both of them make me nervous. I hope I wouldn't be caught up between those two.
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The text bold are ideas from my fellow friend, ns__mf !! Shes so helpful in describing some scenes that I was unable to think of. That's why its totally different from the others. Most of the descriptions is also inspired by references in Wattpad and AO4
Outfit ideas;
Beth's
Pictures mostly from Pinterest 😁
Oliver's
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