She looked at herself before the mirror, satisfied with the new gown draped around her body. She might not look as alluring as before. But as long as her husband looked at her like his eyes could not have enough of her, she would not mind.
It was his opinion of her that mattered most and nothing else. She could have grown like a fat cow, but she believed her husband would still love her just the same.
"You sure you are up to doing this," Alex whispered in her ears as he stood behind her, staring at her through their reflections.
She turned around to finally face him, assuring him not with words but her body language that she could handle her body. She was fine and ready to leave. She would not miss this day.
Besides, her doctor had given her a clean bill of health. Nothing was stopping her from going to this occasion. Most importantly, she wanted to be there for her friend.
