Novel & Cerita When Cinderella's Magic Fades Away

I managed to scare away a totally hot guy with my motor mouth". Lacey checked her phone. It was five minutes before midnight. She sighed. She started walking through the crowd to find Merinda or one of the boys. Once she proved she was at the ball, she was free to go. A loud trumpet interrupted her plan. All the notable members of the royal family where standing together. She spotted Duchess Christine from afar. She was one of those that referred to her as a witch.

The whole apartment was now full of new furniture, and the interior design was changed to another style ---- pink and shallow. As Ann entered the apartment, the atmosphere instantly changed. It became heavy and dangerous. Joe, Beth, Vivian, and Alan were waiting for her in the living room. The apartment Ann once knew to be her safe space was now filled with predators. Ann was supposed to feel nostalgic meeting them all together, but now, she just felt strange and annoyed. Vivian became much prettier. Her hair was shining, her skin was glowing, and there was not a speck of impurities on her face. She was in a light blue fancy dress with pink flowers on it. She looked like a real celebrity.

I tucked my hands into my front pockets to hide my fingers from the cold, regretting not wearing a sweater. "Well, you have to do something. Your dad will hear about it if he hasn't already. I highly doubt he won't realize it's you." She said as she pulled out her phone to reply to a text with a large smile. I glanced over her shoulder to see the name. "Dickhead." I read out loud. "That wouldn't happen to be the guy from the party last week, would it?" Bumping my shoulder into hers as a blush filled her cheeks. "Shut up." She snipped as she shoved her phone into her back pocket and laced her arm through mine. "We aren't talking about me. We are talking about you, Cinderella." The groan that

I waited until she slept, she's my good friend, she's someone whom I care about deeply, but I have orders to follow, I have to do as I'm told, my boss isn't someone forgiven, he won't allow me to get away with anything, he wants her to be taken care of, he wants us to keep an eye on her and we all are. His last request wasn't the easiest one, my ward, Cinderella, Cinder for short, she's an author, she makes stories up for a living, it's her job, it's what keeps her going. She has a big imagination, she had a beautiful mind, and it's not all full of rainbows and unicorns, I don't think she ever thought of a unicorn although if she does, she'll make something good out of it. Her brain is madne

A Fleeting Moment Chapter 8: A Fleeting Moment (continued) As the clock struck midnight, Ella was overcome by a wave of apprehension. She remembered the fairytale she had once heard, where a magical moment came to an abrupt end. Fearful of losing the connection she had found with Alexander, she gently broke away from the dance and hastily retreated from the ballroom. In her haste, Ella left behind a single glass slipper, a memento of the extraordinary night she had experienced. She hoped that fate would guide Alexander back to her, allowing their story to continue beyond the confines of the enchanting masquerade.

I had never imagined Chad would be such a jerk. When Chad and his friend laughed at Annika, I was indignant. I rushed over to cover his mouth, not realizing how pale Annika looked. She fumbled, desperately wanting to run, and eventually tripped and fell into the swimming pool. Nathan saved her, and it became a classic tale of the prince saving the ordinary girl, just like in many romantic stories. People loved to read these kinds of stories. As the couple's story gained popularity on campus, it became evident that it needed a villain, a malicious character who would bully Cinderella and try to steal her prince away. I was perfect for that role.

Tori hugged him back in return. As we left Tori’s chambers, the promise of a brighter tomorrow filled us with hope. I couldn’t wait to witness Mathilde's fall from her pedestal, a platform she had attained by manipulating everyone around her to serve her own desires.

“What about you, Allie? What are your plans for the summer? Spending it buried in the library again? You should really get out and see the world for once.” Lisa shot Vivian a warning glance. “Stop talking to your sister like that.” Vivian shrugged, her voice dripping with mock innocence. “I’m just saying, Mom. She’s always studying. It’s kind of dull. Oh, but guess what, Allie? Cinderella’s Magical Romance will be filming soon. Since you’re working with the crew, I guess we’ll be seeing a lot of each other.” Allie raised an eyebrow, her tone calm but laced with subtle sarcasm. “Yes, Vivian. I suppose we will.”

There was something magical in her gaze. Before I could speak, she raised her hand. Golden light filled the room. My ragged dress transformed into a stunning silver gown that hugged every curve. The neckline dipped low, the fabric shimmering like moonlight. A high slit showed off my leg, and sparkling glass slippers appeared on my feet. I looked beautiful. For the first time in years, I felt beautiful. “Go,” she whispered. “Dance. Be free. But you must return by midnight. The magic ends then.”