At this moment we are at the studio (inside the factory) that contains a model of each piece of the collection. We are trying to choose a dress for the Royal Banquet from the exclusive line. But there is so many dresses that is difficult to choose one.
"What about this one Cecile?"
Mother showed me a strapless red dress that had a modest slit. This dress emphasize the woman's curves but not it didn't seemed vulgar.
"Don't you think that it is a bit too sexy? I just broke make engagement..."
I said a bit uncomfortable. Although I do like this style, I have always dressed very conservatively due to my position.
"One more motive to use it. Show to that bastard what he lost. You used to dress like a grandma, if not for this gorgeous face I gave you..."
Mother didn't finished her phrase and shook her head in disappointment.
My mother humored coldly.
"I'll try it. What about this one?"
I said in resignation and took the dress in my hand to to show her.
The one that I showed was a light blue mermaid dress all studded with small transparent crystals and a detachable train. It was much more conservative than the red but was still a far cry from what I used to wear.
"It looks nice too. Go try them, I will help Miriam chose one for herself too. Call Leo and ask which one he prefers"
By the way, Miriam is Leo's mom, in less then 30 minute mom and her became the best of friends.
"Leo, come help me with something"
"Yes Miss, what do you want?"
"I'll try this dresses and you will tell me which one do you prefer. Sit here I will not take long"
I will first try the red dress. Because this is only the pilot dress Mary needed to adjust the dress to my sizes. And the final result was that I'm a true enchanting.
I'm not kidding. The body of this life is something that I can't even explain. A cup D, with moderate hips, thin waist and long defined legs. Maybe this is not your ideal body, but sure is mine.
Making a messy bun, I went out of the fitting room.
"What you think Leo?"
As he looked at me Leo started to get really red all over and a few drops of blood escaped from his nose. This kind of reaction was a bit funny to see since I think I never thought it could be directed at me.
"*chuckle* Leo your nose"
I pointed out making Leo cover his nose in hurry.
"Quickly stop the bleeding. I will try the other one. Take some cold water meanwhile."
I smiled and gave him a handkerchief and turned back to the fit room. Although this reaction was very novel, I don't think I'm ready to show this appearance for a larger crowd.
Going back to the fitting room, we went through the same process of getting the blue dress in the right measures. This time, instead of a bun I opted for a complex braid.
"Are you ready Leo?"
"I don't think so"
I asked still making the final touches in the dress. Well, he probably will receive much attention since he is accompanying me, so I can understand his uneasy.
"So what about this one"
I asked exiting the fit room.
Blank.
This is the face that he is doing right now. A total blank. Perhaps it didn't fit me?
"Leo?"
I asked weakly.
"Ah? What did you said?"
"What you thin about this one?"
"Goddess"
He murmured too low and I couldn't hear it.
"What?"
"Ah? No. Hm... your are really beautiful. But I cannot choose between them as you're s-stunning on both of them."
Leo blushes so easy, is so cute!
"For the Royal Banquet, what do you think will cause more impact and attract more clients?"
"I think this one, because he has a more fine work. You can choose the red one for another occasion"
"We will do as you say. Mothers birthday is next month, so I will dress him on the occasion. Thanks Leo"
Thanks to you I may have confidence enough to change the stupid habits I built over the years for Albert.
"My pleasure"
Now we need to choose, the shoes and accessories. I will also take a perfume and a proper make up.
Dragging Leo to meet our mothers, I introduces him some of the products that were in display a long the way.
"Mother, Viscountess. Did you choose?"
"Yes Cecile. I'm taking this black dress with black velvet details, and Miriam is going to take this dark blue dress with silver details. What about you, which one did Leo chose?"
"The blue one. As for the red we decided to use on your birthday party."
"Pity"
"Right mom, we need to choose the jewelry and accessories"
"Lead the way"
Guiding the to the part of accessories someone called me.
"Mistress, you are here!"
"Iris! What a perfect timing! Mom, before choosing the accessories why don't we show the Viscountess our make up products?"
"With you"
"Iris, I want you to introduce the Viscountess to our make up line and do a makeup you think she will like."
"Okay Mistress"
"While you guys do this, I'll take Leo to choose his suit"
Once again dragging my cure secretary, I started to think what color of suit will fit him better, brown, dark blue or white?
"Leo try this 5 suits"
"All of them? Can't you just choose by looking?"
"No. Now go"
Making Leo prove many of our suits until he asked for mercy was so fun! I think I acquired a new hobby.
In the end we choose a white tuxedo and a black satin like scarf.
"Let's go see your Mom's transformation"
When we arrived even I was dumbstruck.
Iris was really amazing. The make up she did highlighted all Lady Alby good points and it seemed really natural. She was like one of those nymphs we see in paintings.
"Lady Alby you are truly beautiful"
"Mom you were always amazing! No, you are stunning!"
"Two kids with a sweet mouth! But I must say I'm impressed with the final result, I hope I can send a maid to learn a or two technique from you Iris-Chan"
"It'll be my pleasure My Lady"
I looked at the embarrassed Iris and opened a big smile. It was such a good feeling seeing my friends be recognized for their work!
"Lady Alby, why don't you get ready on our house on the day of the Banquet? Is impossible for your maid to learn in such a short time and Iris is the one who will make our make up and hair?"
I suggested. Maybe in some years Iris may even opened her own business.
"Thank you for your invitation Miss Cecile, I humbly accept it"
"Great so let's choose the accessories"
Because the factory was about to close we chose quickly. Mother chose a black heel studded with white gemstones and a silver set with green gemstone details to accentuate her her eyes. Lady Miriam chose silver heels, and a petal set, and I chose a silver heel with diamond set.
After our not so quick 'shop' we all (minus Leo) left the factory with big smiles. Shopping is truly the best sport.