Ariel's Pov
I took an Uber to my tiny apartment and when I arrived I quickly applied some ointment to my feet. I was glad it didn't leave a scar but a small scratch.
I entered the bathroom for a quick shower, applied my avocado and honey shampoo. My hair was long and it stopped at my waist so it needed extra attention when washing from the scalp to the ends. I washed off the shampoo and neatly dried my hair after bathing and came out of the bathroom.
What next?
I applied my mascara and lip gloss and changed into a black jean and white crop top as I wore a four-inch high-heeled shoe. I put my modelling lingerie, sunscreen, water, and vitamins into a bag and left for the event.
"Where have you been?" Eunice walked up to me the minute I stepped into the hall and met a lot of models with their number tags boldly placed on their dresses.
"I'm sorry I ran into some incident but it's fine. I took care of it." I answered with a smirk as the incident with the Handsome jerk flashed.
Eunice was dressed in a mini skirt and a crop top that accentuated her curves, she was blonde and had plush lips.
"Take this tag. I'd wait for you as you can see it's a long time before it gets to your turn."
"That's fine." I took the tag and sat close to Eunice.
"What brand are they casting for? You normally talk about the brand and sorts but this time it's hidden. Have they met their requirements?"
"This time is tough because they've not decided or chosen their top five models from the first and second batch to have separate seats for considerations. I don't think they'll be able to get anyone here. They need a lady to model for a ballroom event called 'THE GREAT GATSBY' and it has to be someone really good."
"That's tough but what are the requirements If I may ask?" I enquired and grabbed a can of water and gulped before wiping my lips with the back of my hand.
"Honey brown eyes, cream pale skin…"
"Tag 289! Miss Eunice Gregory!" The announcement came through and I gave her a thumbs-up as she went to do her thing.
"Yes, Ma'am." She answered and left the seat to the stage.
"All the best!" I whispered and she worded a thank you.
"Action!" They announce.
I watched as Eunice catwalked, flipped her hair, give a turnaround with loads of poise, whip her butt seductively in her short skirt with charisma and confidence then she did the pose. She gives a charming smile and serenade the environment.
"That's the way to go keep them spellbound!" I jumped from my seat and clapped giving her a thumbs up.
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ONE WEEK LATER
I was sitting in my room coiling on my small couch relishing a bowl of hot noodles. I picked the remote to search for movie channels and began to watch with keen interest.
I remembered staying up all night munching on a popcorn watching telenovelas. It reminded me of my late father and how often we stayed up most night laughing after an episode while Mom hisses clearly jealous.
Matthew wasn't at home. He has been at Eunice's family house and he barely ever wants to leave. He eats what he wants without me screaming down on the expenses and feeding him what I could afford.
He loves yoghourts, sweets, ice creams, and games and it was a habit I couldn't sponsor because I'm always budgeting for the month and trying to save up for Mom's surgery.
And with time I started to feel I was pushing my responsibilities over to Eunice and her parents but they were the least bothered. They were In love with his cheerful and vibrant spirit despite his disability and spoiled him with lots of goodies.
That I'm thankful for but scared at the same time. What if I couldn't meet up regularly to buy those items that makes him happy will he hate me?
I wondered with a hand pressed on my chin.
I must have dozed off or probably even still sleeping because on opening my eyes, I saw a familiar face. Eunice, She was sitting on my second couch which is opposite the one I sat on.
It was past 9:56 Pm when I checked the gray wall clock on the wall. She put some sexy lingeries, with fancy thongs and braless cuts with boob tapes into a pink transparent bag.
She had her hair wet dripping with water and I'm sure she had some hair leave-in conditioner on as well, as they bounced wonderfully well.
"I thought you wouldn't wake up, you had slept for hours." She muahed the lip gloss on her lips.
I stretched my tired limbs and with a yawn asked. "How is Matthew? I hope he wasn't much of a bother and If you don't mind can he stay a week more till I know what to do with myself. I'm broke as fuck barely have 20 dollars to feed."
"Matthew has been sweet and playful, do not worry about him, he's family." She answered cheerfully applying her dramatic mascara.
My gaze was fixated on the bag and I knew it was time for her stripping job. "Thanks, bestie. Well, I had way too much to eat and drink but I am fine. You're heading to the club… I want to go along with you." She turned and looked at me.
If I had given it a second thought by now I would have made some money to cater to my pressing issues. I've made up my mind and that's what I would do.
"Stop acting silly, the club? You're a model Ariel, not a st…." I cut her off before she went on.
"Yes, I'm a model, so because I'm a model I shouldn't find something else to increase my cash flow? You're an advert model, yet you strip at night isn't it? And no rule states all strippers to be slut or they killed anyone.
I'm hungry and got to feed, my mother is currently in the hospital battling for her life. I get so ashamed of myself to go see her in the hospital when I haven't raised half of the supposed medical bills.
It breaks my heart, rent is almost due and I don't have money to pay up. If not for your help, I don't know what I would have done with myself if Matthew was here." I lamented bitterly.
She sighs. "Okay, I just don't want you to act pressured or whatever. You can have a rethink but if not, I'll fix something for you to wear, then we hop out to make those lustful guys go gaga."
I pouted and I could see her hesitant, in which she relaxed.
"I'm not changing my mind for now, until I get something better doing or I have a big breakthrough through modelling," I replied and curved my hands in thanks to her.
"Okay, I am giving you five minutes to wash up and smell like wild orchid flowers or I will change my mind." I ran into the bathroom quickly, that Eunice for you, assistant mom for a reason.
I went to the bathroom and got under the shower after stripping myself off my clothes, got my coconut body gel all over my smooth skin and it began to lather generously over my body.
I felt so fresh and squeaky clean, getting out of the shower. I had to clean up and apply my body lotion, there was a bathroom mirror and my whole curves came into full view.
I wiggled my bouncing ass at the mirror and it clapped obediently, that's one of my arsenal.
"One more minute and I will have your head for breakfast! What are you doing there? I hope you ain't masturbating in there?" The shrill voice from Eunice.
"Here I come, the queen of the night." I came out from the bathroom with a towel, my dress was laid out. Me and Eunice were almost the same size so we kind of shared clothes, there was a blue sequin short slit gown.
There was a silver high heel on the floor, a nice piece of star jewellery with dotted earrings, and a silver choker.
In no time I was dressed and Eunice offered me a facial black mask, I looked astonished staring at the mirror.
I looked like a billion-dollar rich lady.
"Remember if you want to fret, you can change your mind now. You should put on a show and satisfy their lustful desires. I know you will be called a slut but you have no choice." I rolled my eyes as she spoke.
"Yeah, yeah, let's get over it, I have cold feet already." We stepped out and got into an Uber waiting patiently outside.
"Fantasy club, No. 64 Greenville Estate." She spoke, in which the driver nodded and started the ride.
She knew me too well, during the ride I began to fret as I began to fidget. I had to think about my mom, my little angel for a brother Matthew, and came to the conclusion it was all for them and I couldn't ruin it just like I ruin things.
I clasped my hands together, and gave a short prayer in my heart, and forged on.
We arrived at the club and Eunice paid the fare and as she led me to the dressing room.
Everywhere was dark except for a red light that showed in the room.
Girls were dressing up, in a room filled with lots of wigs, flimsy dresses, and cigarettes some others were putting finishing touches to their makeup.
I was nervous it was my first time but definitely won't be my last. Eunice smiled warmly at a lady who wore a red thong, big breasts with a boob tape covering her nipples and metallic blonde hair. She had high cheekbones, lush lips painted with bright red lipstick. She had heavy makeup that seemed quickly done and yea she was beautiful and looked like she had some work done.
She noticed I came with Eunice so she smiled warmly at me and gestured in my direction to come forward. I was frozen to the floor.
Am I doing this?