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Katie had neglected her nails,and a manicure was long overdue.It was Mary’s idea to get their hair done together and to have a mani and pedi before the wedding.“Why don’t we take the day and enjoy ourselves?”Mary cajoled.
Katie smiled.When was the last time she’d pampered herself?She really needed this.Besides, it’d be fun, like old times with Mary.
Mary took her smile as consent and was already on the phone making appointments.
She clicked to end the calls.“We’ve got our first appointment.You ready?”
“Yes, and we could do some shopping this afternoon.”Katie kicked up her leg and wiggled her foot.“I could do with a new pair of shoes.”
“Let’s get your dress and then match the shoes and accessories.”
“Are you sure you don’t want a new outfit?”
“Yep, I’ve got mine all planned.It’s the pink dress I wore a few years ago, but it still fits.”Mary pursed her lips.“But it wouldn’t hurt to dress it up with new jewelry.”
Katie knew her sister was saving money to buy her first house.She wasn’t frivolous when it came to money.Yet she wasn’t tight-fisted, either.With family and friends, her generosity showed.
“Let me treat you.It’s the least I can do.”
Mary brightened up.
By the timethe two sisters had finished their hair and nail appointments and had a quick sandwich at the corner cafe, it was already afternoon.
“What style are you looking for?”Mary asked as she watched Katie try on another outfit, this time a dark maroon dress that was too short.
“Something appropriate for a wedding that doesn’t make me stand out.”
“You don’t want to look the part of an old maid.”
“Ouch—and look who’s saying this,” Katie quipped back, wagging her finger.
“You’re not getting any younger, and it’s clear you’ve forgotten how to have fun.”Mary crossed over to the racks, flipping the dresses until she found a light apricot-pink one.She whipped it out and held it up, standing in front of a mirror, turning from side to side.“See—this is what I mean.”
Katie moved toward the mirror, eyeing the outfit.“Hmm… it’s beautiful.”
Mary extended her arm, holding the dress by the hanger, and pressed it onto her sister’s chest.“Try it on.”
The cool fabric touched Katie’s skin as she draped it over her arm.It glided, caressing her skin, light and delicate, yet with the strength of countless strands of silk.
She trembled with anticipation as she flipped back the curtain to the dressing room.
As soon as she laid her eyes on this dress, Katie wanted it.She quickly got out of her top and jeans, unzipped the dress, and put it on.Pulling the smooth, silky garment over her head, she felt delectably sinful in the elegant fabric.
Was it time to feel desired again?Deep down, was she thinking of Chase?What would he look like now?How would he react when he saw her?Would he be happy?Did he want to be her plus one?
