Chapter 16

• Once at home, she smoothed my hair and put it up in a bun, leaving my neck free. My makeup was simple, unlike Allison, whose makeup routine took at least 20 minutes. I preferred something more discreet " a bit of blush, mascara, and red lipstick to add some color to my pale face. I put on the earrings, smiling at how amazing they looked. Overall, I looked wonderful in the whole ensemble, and the blonde was right " the dress fit me fabulously, as if it were made just for me. To complete the look, I put on some silver bracelets and grabbed my purse to put in some money and my phone.
• "That car must be the one waiting for you. I don't think a car like that comes for just anyone," she said.
• I peeked out the window of my room, noticing a black Audi parked in front of my house and a suited Christian Bornout waiting for me. I took a deep breath and promised Allie to let her know if anything came up, while she promised to wait for me. When I went downstairs and stepped outside, I was met with his surprised gaze.