20|Party

[Cora]

My blood rushed to my head so fast. I clenched my hands together to hold back my emotions. The plans that I had made for tonight’s event were instantly shattered. I couldn’t imagine what Axel and people would say when they saw the state of my hair.

I wanted to look perfect tonight for my mate. T-shirts and shorts were what I wear every day. I didn’t put on makeup and just put my hair in a ponytail. I had high hopes of coming here and using my savings. Then, one mistake ruined my attempt to win his heart.

In the mirror, I saw Tyra and Aspen’s shadows behind me. They were hiding behind the back door, laughing at me. Of course, this was their doing. Why? Why would they do this? What else did they want from me?

“I just want a cream bath, not hair color,” I protested as calmly as I could.

“I prepared the cream of your choice. I-I didn’t know it was hair dye.” The woman serving me was visibly trembling. “Please, forgive me.”

“Finish it quickly. I don’t want to listen to any excuses.”