The Stand In Wife's Revenge novel Chapter 63

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Chapter 63

Monica completed my makeup by applying a rich berry–colored lipstick to my lips and a gentle peach blush to my cheeks. When I opened my eyes I hardly recognized myself. Although the woman in the mirror appeared more refined and polished something else was different.

Her eyes had a calm assurance in them that had not been there before. It seemed as though something deeper had been evoked by the makeup something I had completely forgotten existed.

Monica said “Perfect” as she took a step back to appreciate her work. “Lets get you dressed now…

I felt the full force of the impending metamorphosis as I stood up. The first gown that Clara gave me was a soft deep navy–blue gown that perfectly fit my curves The rich deep color and smooth opulent fabric made my pale skin glow. The change seemed almost unreal as I slipped into the dress.

It was more important to me to feel good than it was to look good. I stood taller and had a grace I didnt know I could have thanks to the dress. Working swiftly Clara made sure everything was precisely in place by readjusting the fabric around my waist.

“Now lets see how you walk in it” Sophia said indicating that I should follow her as she moved forward.

As I put on the black strappy heels she gave me they made a gentle click sound against the wood floor. Although they were high the heels were comfortable. They seemed to be a continuation of the grace that was now consuming me.

As she watched me take my first steps Sophia stood in front of me with perfect posture. “Now Ava self–assurance is essential. Every step must be your own. Feel it without giving it any thought. Your body will do the same..

I moved forward a little then a little more. Initially the heels swayed a little but I eventually got into my rhythm. My body started to adapt to the dresss movement and the fabrics flow as I moved. The dress seemed to wrap around me and be a part of me encouraging me to walk confidently and gracefully.

Sophia gave a single clap a smile spreading across her face. “You have it thats all. Lets give it another go with a slightly different goal…”

Over the course of the next few minutes Sophia gave me little pointers on how to hold my head how to walk up and down the room and how to make every step feel like a statement. Every movement I made made me feel more like the woman I was becoming the one I saw in the mirror.

When I was ready I finally took a position facing the full–length mirror. The others gathered behind me and as I took in the scene the room fell silent. Soft waves had been used to style my hair which fell naturally and effortlessly around my shoulders.

Although it was shorter than it had previously been the cut was sleek and contemporary feminine yet strong. With the berry lipstick giving my lips a fuller richer look and the cat–eye eyeliner adding a hint of mystery my makeup looked perfect.

I felt as though I had entered a new world where I could take ownership of my presence because the gown fit me so well, I looked at my reflection for a long time absorbing all the information. I had a different appearance–more put together and self–assured but not in an unnatural way. I had the impression that this was my destiny.

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