Chapter 755 – Where Are You?
Ariel inhaled slowly.
The scent of sea salt drifted faintly through the open balcony doors.
Ariel's heart thudded once.
The makeup artist stepped back. "All done."
Ariel looked at herself again.
The girl in the mirror still looked perfect.
But now, beneath the polish, she could see it.
The nervousness.
The hope.
The quiet longing she didn't know how to control.
Sirena straightened. "You look like a storm about to break hearts," she declared.
Ariel laughed softly. "That is not comforting."
"It's not supposed to be."
Sirena extended her hand. "Come on. The world is waiting."
Ariel stood slowly.
The fabric of her gown whispered against the floor.
Her reflection followed.
Elegant.
Shy.
Trying to be brave.
