Tong took me to the dressing room, eager to get me ready for the party. There were lots of dresses, jewelry, shoes, bags and scarves...This dressing room had everything, and my heart was beating at this sight of it.
Wei-Wei: WOW...is this all for me?!
Tong: Of course! The master prepared it for you , Miss.
I was touch by Edmund's efforts. But I was to proud to admit that.
These things don't even matter. Right then, someone opened the door.
Monica: Humph. This is all useless. Do you even know how to choose a proper dress?
Monica looked at me, clearly disgusted.
Wei-Wei: Why do you hate me so much?
Monica glances at me...and turned away without answering me.
Wei-Wei: Wh-what...!
Did she just ignore me...?
After that, she sternly order Tong.
Monica: Tong! Make sure she looks presentable...I don't want to be humiliated in front of everyone in the banquets.
Monica spoke coldly, and left the dressing room. I was annoyed, but I held in. Tong watch my expression and then I smile.
Tong: Miss. I will make you the most beautiful lady at the banquet! No one will be able to take their eyes off of you.
Wei-Wei: Thanks, Tong.
Tong: Why don't you choose your dress?
So I choose a blue starlight dress it look like a twilight spark. Tong put on makeup for me and style my hair it look so beautiful I can't even tell it's me.
Wei-Wei: WOW, I look so different. Tong, this is amazing.
Tong: Hehe, all the gentleman at the banquet will be so into you. May I show you the way to the banquet?
So I take a deep breath. The big door open I walk towards the banquet hall was filled with daughters and sons of noble families, wearing their most beautiful clothes. As I excitedly mingled, a lady approached.
NobleLady: Are you Miss Wei-Wei?
Wei-Wei: Oh, yes. Hello!
NobleLady: You look so elegant. You have wonderful taste in clothes!
Wei-Wei: Thank you!
Everyone was interested in me-the outsiders.
I feel like the center of this banquet...
Then a Gentleman walk toward me and talks.
Gentleman: Miss Wei-Wei. I can not take my eye off you, because you're so beautiful.
Urge...That gross the guy was drinking red blood wine it's smell. Right then, Theo approached me, and say to the gentleman.
Theo: Flowers attract butterflies, but they also attract fillies too. By that I mean get lost.
Fan: Shoo!Shoo! Off you go!
The two brothers did enough to make the wall of men around me disperse.
Wei-Wei: Haha, what was that Fan?
Fan: Oh nothing. I'm going to escort you, Wei-Wei. You don't had anyone else.
Wei-Wei: Thanks...I think I can relax now and enjoy the banquet...! But where is Shine?
Fan: Oh, he a bookworm of course he doesn't attend parties.
Wei-Wei: Oh, I see....
As I was nodding, I felt a sharp gaze. It was Monica.
Why is she staring at me like that? Does she not like the fact that I'm enjoying myself? I felt uneasy. Suddenly, Monica stood up.
Monica: My I have your attention everyone. Tonight, my cousin, Wei-Wei, attended this banquet for the first time.
People in the hall started clapping. I stand up and wave and bow.
Monica: Miss Wei-Wei can we have the honor of seeing you lead the dance.
As she stare at me I felt chills running down my spine. At that moment, Theo whispers quietly.
Theo: Wei-Wei. Don't worry. You can follow my lead.
The music started. Theo smile and reach out his hand. Dancing in front of everyone was a lot of pressure-but I didn't want to let Monica enjoy the fact that she wanted me to be embarrassed. As Theo and I stood in the middle of the hall, all eyes fell on us. My heart began to beat, as if it was going to jump out of my chest at any moment. Dance with Theo help me a lot.
Wei-Wei: Thank you.
My heart is beating like crazy. What's wrong with me?
Theo: Wei-Wei. Everyone is looking at you.
Wei-Wei: I feel uncomfortable.
Theo: Don't be. You deserve all the attention. Hold your head up high ok.
He had such a sweet voice. We danced like a couple of love birds. The music came to an end and the hall was filled with clapping. Praise and whistles echo though the hall. Theo and I bowed gracefully and returned to our seats.
Monica: ...That was amazing.
Wei-Wei: Thank you, Monica.
Look at her trembling as she speaks. That dance was worth it.
Theo: Well done, Wei-Wei.
Wei-Wei: It was all thanks to you, Theo.
Theo: ...You're welcome. You don't have to worry. I just knew how to lead.
He's kind, he makes everything so easy. Just like when he brought may luggage in...He seems like a nice man. At that moment, somebody bumped into me.
CRASH!!
Waitress: I'm sorry!
Wei-Wei: Oh, it's...
I turned around... and saw all the drinks, that the waitress was serving, spilled all over Monica dress.
Monica angry eyes fell on me and blame it on me.
Monica: You did this on purpose! You wanted to embarrass me in front of everyone!
Monica had no doubt, that I tried to embarrass her because that's what she tried to do to me.
Wei-Wei: ...No, Monica! I didn't mean this! This was all an accident...
Monica: Shut up!!! I've never liked you from the very beginning!
Monica, angrily thew the wine she was holding at me. I closed my eyes and waited! ...
But nothing happened. I slowly opened my eyes and saw Fan back.
Wei-Wei: F-Fan...!?
He had wine all over his shirt. In a low voice, he ask me.
Fan: Are you okay?
Wei-Wei: Y-Yes, I am...
Fan grinned at me. Then he turned around and said to Monica, coldly.
Fan: Enough of this. Mother.
Monica: Fan..! Are you taking her side?
Fan smile. He walked up close to Monica and lowered his voice.
Fan: But look, Mother. Everyone's looking at us. You know how noble vampires like to spread rumors behind everyone's back...You hate that, don't you?
Monica: ...Hmph..
Fan made a small motion towards me. It seemed as though he was buying me time to slip away...
I have to Apologize to everyone. I can't just run away after ruining the banquet for everyone...Even though it wasn't my fault. I look around, and started to apologize.
Wei-Wei: I'm sorry for causing such trouble. This was simply a misunderstanding.
Waitress: Ms.Monica! Miss We-Wei really didn't mean to do this. I made a mistake and ruined your dress. I-I'll pay for the dress....
The waitress sincere apology seemed to calm Monica down.
Monica: ...No, you don't need to. This dress is probably worth beyond your means. It's alright. Everybody makes mistakes...
She kind to other people... Maybe she not so mean after all... I also apologize to her to but Monica ignored my apologies and turn away. At least she doesn't seem so angry anymore that a relief.
I left the banquet.