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“Yes, I like that idea.”
“You look stunning in that.”
Astera looks to the consultant. “I think this is the one.”
“Perfect. Do you need any alterations because the dress fits your perfectly?”
“No, it is perfect. I think this dress is meant for me.”
CHAPTER EIGHT
CLAIRE
Astera takes my hands in hers. “While we are here, I want you to pick out a maid of honor dress.” Excitement laces her voice. “She already had a colleague pull some dresses out.”
“Astera...”
She interrupts me. “Say yes to standing with me as my maid of honor.”
I squeal. “Okay. Yes!”
We head to our respective dressing rooms, and I am filled with so much happiness, and I’m so thankful to be spending the day with my best friend and making this memorable.
After trying on three dresses and not liking them, I am praying the next one would be it. With the red dress on, I head back out to get Astera’s opinion. The long sleeves and the bodice is all lace, and the front part of the dress is above my knee while the back of the dress is a lot longer.
“That is the dress, Claire. Oh my god, you look amazing in that, and the color. I love everything about that one.”
I face the mirror to get the full effect of the dress and realize she is right. “I love it too. It’s my favorite one, and it’s so comfortable.”
“Alright, then we have our dresses picked out.”
“Perfect, let’s get you ladies all set.” The consultant happily claps her hands.
Astera and I are all smiles. After purchasing the dresses, we are on cloud nine and begin to head back to the club.
On the way back, we talk about Astera’s wedding plans. Being that it is almost winter time, they are still getting married outside but having the reception indoors. The weather has been crazy warm temps for November.
Back at the club, I notice the guys are not back yet. “I gotta go hide my dress so Griffin doesn’t see it. Think Hayden would mind if I used his closet?”
“I don’t see why he would have an issue with it. I’ll put mine in with yours,” I assure her.
“Perfect. Want a beer to celebrate the occasion?”
“Absolutely.”
We walk to the kitchen together, and Astera reaches into the fridge and grabs the beers when a young woman approaches us with a smile and her hand outstretched. “Hi. I’m Lauren. I’m here visiting Buffy. We used to be step sisters when my dad married her mom. I hope it’s okay I’m here.”
“Oh, you are fine.” Astera reaches her hand out to shake hers. “I’m Astera, and this is Claire.”
“Nice to meet you,” I express with a smile. “How long are you here for?”
“I don’t know yet. Maybe a couple of weeks. Well, it’s nice to meet you both.” She heads to join Buffy.
“You too,” we respond at the same time.
Astera looks at me weird. “That was odd.”
“Yeah. I thought so too.”
