As soon as the door clicked shut, she couldn't contain her excitement, and she practically ran to throw herself onto her bed. Happiness radiated from her, her heart still racing with the unexpected turn of events.
Glancing at the invitation once more, Elena couldn't shake the feeling that this was a dream. However, reality soon reasserted itself, and she realized the ticking clock demanded her attention.
"Oh! Right! This is not the time to be happy!" Elena muttered to herself, a sudden burst of realization jolting her.
She had to get ready for her date tonight!
Elena, determined to make this Christmas dinner date with Yuchen nothing short of perfect, eagerly opened her wardrobe. She sifted through her collection of dresses.
Several times, she held a dress against her body, scrutinizing her reflection in the mirror. Dissatisfaction crept into her expressions as each attempt fell short of her expectations.
