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“But it’s so cute,” Mia said, holding it up to her chest.
“It’s snowing outside.”
“Well, I was going to suggest you wear a jacket and boots with it.”
“Still not happening.”
Mia gave me her best pout. “You told me I could help you get ready.”
“No, I said you could keep me company while I got ready. You were the one who pushed me out of the way and started raiding my closet like a bargain hunter at Black Friday sales.”
“I just want to help.”
“I know, but I’m trying to convince people I’m not a puck bunny, not that I’m their one true queen.”
Mia snorted. “Violet Sinclair, queen of the puck bunnies. It has a nice ring to it.”
“Better than Devil worshipper, I guess.”
“I kind of like that one too,” Mia replied with a laugh. “So, no to the dress?” She lifted it up one more time and wiggled the hanger in the air like that might miraculously make me change my mind.
“Definitely not,” I replied. “And, if you insist on helping, you’re limited to jeans and tops.”
“You’re no fun.” Mia’s shoulders sunk in defeat, and she trudged back to the closet.
“Why are you so interested in how I look tonight, anyway?” I asked as she riffled through my clothes.
“Why wouldn’t I be?”
“You just seem to have changed your tune about Reed and this whole fake relationship thing.”
“You told me I should give him a chance, so I’m doing that.”
I narrowed my eyes at her. “It’s just that you’ve been telling me to stay away from him for weeks, and now you’re getting me all dressed up for him.”
“Well, you’re only pretending to date the guy, so I’ve got nothing to worry about… right?” She glanced over her shoulder as she waited for my response. It felt like she was digging for information and wanted me to disagree.
“Right.”
She rolled her eyes before focusing on the closet again. “Oh, I know!” She reached out and grabbed my hand before she dragged me into the corridor.
"What are we doing?”
“I can’t believe I didn’t think of this sooner.” She only let go of me once we were in her room. “Okay, I have an outfit that fits your overly strict restrictions. But, before I show it to you, you have to promise me you’ll wear it.”
“Why would I do that?” I laughed. “It only makes me more concerned about what you have in mind.”
“I promise you won’t feel uncomfortable wearing it.”
“Mia…”
“Just tell me you’ll wear it. It’s too perfect for you, and you know I’m not going to back down.” From the way she was looking at me, I had a feeling she might just try to wrestle me to the ground and force me into the clothes if I refused. So, I reluctantly gave in.
“Okay, fine. But if it’s another short dress...”
“It’s not,” she quickly replied.
I was relieved when Mia pulled out a pair of denim jeans and a maroon long-sleeved top. It looked innocent enough, but from the glint in Mia’s eyes, I still felt like I should be worried.
