Se connecterLISA Instead of coming straight for us, she veered toward the stairs that led to the stage, holding two glasses of wine while walking gently. Brian’s hand tightened around mine again.“She’s doing something… she doesn’t just do random things for no reason,” he said under his breath.“I see it.”Around us, people were already noticing. Heads turned and whispers increased. Monica reached the stage and ordered a waiter to come to the stage. He arrived in a few seconds and stood with the empty tray on his hand. Monica left the two glasses on the tray as she took the microphone from the host with a bright laugh, touching his arm briefly which made him give her room to use it. Just then, A spotlight found Her and she started speaking. “Merry Christmas friends,” she said in a warm and rather calm tune. “Tonight has been… extraordinary.”Applause rippled through the room.I stayed still but every muscle in my body was tight.Monica continued, pacing slowly across the stage.“Most of us
LISAThe moment the car door opened, the sound coming from the hall rushed in. I was damn tired already but Brian wouldn’t be so happy if I’d told him I won’t be able to be his date to the gala… so I had to buckle up. Cameras were already clicking.Voices calling.Lights flashing very bright that it almost felt like daylight.Brian stepped out first, then turned and offered me his hand.I placed my gloved fingers in his.The second our hands connected, the noise doubled.“THE SILVER VEIL!”“LOOK AT THEM!”“WHO IS SHE REALLY?”I lifted my chin as I stood. Brian leaned closer, his lips barely brushing my ear.“Ready to make them lose their minds?”I laughed softly. “They already have.”We stepped onto the red carpet together.People stopped walking. Conversations died mid-sentence. Even seasoned designers stared openly. Phones were raised. Reporters pushed forward.I really felt like a princess or something. “She’s stunning.”“That aura…”“She looks so like heartbreak bruh.. I just
LISA“Gosh Brian didn’t lock the door behind him.” I muttered biting my lower lips. “ Ohh… here I was worried with the way you dragged my best friend out… only to come see you guys having some fun here.” Raya said looking at Brian while raising her brows in a teasing way.”“ You should be gentle you know..”“ How long have you been there.” I cut her off, cheeks still red from embarrassment. “ Not king though… I was actually enjoying the kid…”“RAYA!!.” I and Brian chorused, looking as each other immediately as Raya laughed. “They are about calling results anyway… let’s go see your big moment Liz.” Raya said and turned her heels to walk out of the room. “ When did you start… Liz..” I scoffed. Brian helped me adjust my hair and I walked to our dress up room to amend my make up just before we walked to the hall. The hall was buzzing even before the ement.People whispered my name… The silver veil while some crazy fans screamed loudly. I could hear other fashion homes too but I can
MONICA “ Did she just do the just do the 360 spin… she didn’t even… she did it even better than……. Me. How??.” I said in annoyance not knowing I actually said it out loud. People stood up. Phones shot into the air immediately she stood to turn, I saw annoying flashes everywhere, Someone even yelled, “Who is she?” Another voice answered, “That aura… oh my God!”“Ouch!!” I screamed as blood dropped little by little from my palm.. “my sharp nails has performed it’s own show on my palms.” I said releasing my hands from a fist. LISA I felt taller and way more confident as I walked… i didn’t expect such confidence myself. What could I do to get the crowd mad… I thought as I walked slowly, with my head high. Just then an idea popped up.. I was only good at it in my imagination but I’ll give it a try anyway… if I fail, I’ll try to cover it up anyhow. I crossed my heels, spreading my hands sideways as I turned slowly in a way my dress won’t cause me trouble. And… I did it… I really did.
51| What is Lisa doing?LISA15 minutes.That was all we had till we were called. Other models were dressed and still no sign of our head model. “Where is she? Where is Aurora!!?” I asked for the third time, my voice shaking despite my effort to stay calm.No one answered me immediately. That silence was certainly what I didn’t need at the moment. Raya stood in front of me, phone pressed to her ear with her brows drawn tight. She ended the call slowly and looked at me with eyes that said everything before her mouth did.“Lisa…” she started.My heart dropped. “Don’t say it.”“She’s not picking up,” Raya said carefully. “Her agency says she’s unreachable. And…. she swallowed, “…they don’t have any free model available right now.”The world blurred. But the look on Raya’s face told me there was more to it. “ Spill it out Raya.” I said knowing fully well she had something else to say. She hesitated but spoke anyway. “Her agency actually said… she… was in an accident this morning.” Sh
LISA“Jezz it’s 23rd already.” I said as my eyes widened. Today was the day. But then something else hit me… today was meant to be the day I and Adrian would’ve celebrated our 1 year anniversary. But the sad feeling didn’t last long. Nothing about Adrian lasted long anymore. I sat up slowly, my heart already racing, and swung my legs over the side of the bed, coming down and putting on my fluffy slippers. I stood by the window for a moment. Seems the sun was taking over today as well. Then I clasped my hands together and closed my eyes.“God,” I whispered, my voice trembling despite my effort to stay calm. “I’ve worked so hard for this. Please… let my brand win today. Let everything I’ve poured into it matter. Give me strength. And protect me.”I inhaled deeply.“And please,” I added softly, “bring Brian back safely tonight.” I woke up to notice he wasn’t in bed.. it only means he had an emergency.***************By the time I arrived at my fashion world, the place was buzzing wi







