I pulled down the dress as I stepped out of the shiny black limo.

It was a long red dress that glittered with movement, it had a sweetheart bust and a split on the right, stopping mid-thigh. I also wore purple elbow long gloves and on my head I wore a red wig that was laid really well.

This event was a costume party and I was going as Jessica Rabbit.

It wasn't a costume of my choice, I was going as Jessica Rabbit just because that nerd of a secretary wanted it.

More on that later, for now I was trying not to feel disgusted by all these older men staring at me.

A man in a black mask stood at the top of the stone stairs staring at me. It felt weird.

Now I know how Vanni felt when all those girls were eye fucking him. Violated.

Someone in a silver suit stepped in front of me and I looked up to see familiar blue orbs. I smiled at him, he looked dashing.

Vanni was in a silver mask with red trimmings around the edges, a silver suit with a red tie and his hair was gelled back.

"You look stunning DD..." he said giving me a once over. "...or should I say Dejanae?"

I smiled at his complement but soon frowned at that name. "DD was fine."

I walked pass him my red heels tapping on the stone stairs. I fixed my purple mask with my hands, my dress glittering as my hips swing.

Honestly, I don't see how red and violet complement each other but it was with the costume so I had to work with it.

"Hey, I'm sorry," Vanni said as he grabbed my arm, halting me. "I know the role you have may not be the best but you have to do it."

I looked at him with a brow raise. "This role is disgusting and it makes me wonder if this is how you see me."

I pulled away and continued up the stairs. I heard his footsteps behind me before I felt my feet leave the ground. I kicked and trashed, telling him to put me down.

A few people stared at us and Vanni just made up a lie that I was drunk.

He walked us over to the corner of the big stone building and placed me down. My back hit the wall immediately and I gasped in surprise.

"You are nothing like that Shaneil. You have so much more class and pride... Plus, you're priceless," he whispered his lips moving close to mine.

"So why do I have to stoop so low?" I asked.

"It's just this once. Just for this job DD; then it's over," he leaned in and peck my lips. "Plus, I'll be there to protect you if something goes wrong."

I moved forward and captured his lips in a tastier kiss. He tasted like mint.

He pulled away and smiled at me. "Are you ready my lady?"

He stepped back and held out his hand.

"I am," I said as I took his hand and we walked into the building.

***

The night was rather boring. I danced with men who offered, drank little to nothing since I wasn't a fan of alcohol, and during all that I had to stay close to Vanni.

He wasn't too please with other guys dancing with me but he had to act normal and non-possessive.

I broke away from the blonde in a white mask and black suit with a smile. "I'm sorry but it's time this dance came to an end."

He smiled, his green emeralds staring at me. "Thank you for the chance to dance with you ma'am."

I curtsied and he bowed. "The pleasure was mine."

I walked away from him and over to the buffet table.

The ballroom was huge and golden. There were banners of red, black, green and white around the room and each decorated with Halloween designs.

The floor was black with red lines on it, illustrating images of ferocious monsters and dead bodies. It was creative.

I grabbed a wine glass from a waitress passing and chugged it down.

I know I said I didn't drink but I was so nervous, the time was drawing near for me to complete my mission and I had doubts.

"Aren't you a bit too young to be drinking, little Gem?" I looked around to see Giovanni smiling at me.

He was in a white suit with a red rose in the jacket pocket. His hair was wild and looked sexy. Overall the Ferrezes looked smoking and fucking hot.

"Who is this Gem you speak of sir? I am Dejanae," I smiled tightly.

He smirked and held out his hand. "Well Miss Dejanae may I have this dance?"

I was going to object when the grabbed my hand and kissed it. He looked at me with his devilish blue eyes and my heart fluttered at his gesture.

He was charming, I'd give him that.

He led me to the floor as a song with a sinister beat came on and he placed his hand on my waist. He moved effortlessly while I struggled to keep up with his movements. I caught up after a few tries and soon he introduced twirls and dips. He pulled me close to his body and I felt a bit uncomfortable, this was too close.

Giovanni twirled and dipped me, raking hid eyes over my body as he slowly brought me up.

The music ended and I curtsied while he bowed, thankful that was over.

"Good dancing Dejanae and remember we can't afford any screw ups tonight," he whispered in my ear as he bit my ear.

I gasped and backed away. Giovanni chuckled, walking away.

Did he just bite me?

"DD are you okay? You look disturbed," Vanni's concerned voice shook me from my moment of shock, making me remember that I was standing on the dance floor.

"I'm fine."

"Are you sure?" he looked at me, not believing me and I nodded forcing a smile.

"May I have the honour of dancing with you?" he asked deciding to leave the topic go for now.

I nodded and he slowly took my hand, closing his fingers over it. Vanni's other hand holds my hip gently, pulling me closer and I looked up at him to find him staring at me.

My heart warmed and I rested my head on his chest.

We move slowly and gracefully as slow instrumental came on. His hand gently slides up and down my sides as we moved and I smiled against his chest.

I looked up and he took this opportunity to slowly twirl me. I giggled, earning chuckles from his mouth and he pulled me closer to his chest.

"Have I told you how beautiful your eyes are?" he asked.

"My eyes are brown Vanni. Almost three – quarter of the earth's population has brown eyes, it's common. Nothing special or beautiful."

"...but do they all have that glimmer in their eyes, that fighter spirit? Your eyes are beautiful DD and they are special. They show who you are... beautiful, a fighter, a lover and a girl looking for someone to care," he replied smoothly. "I care DD."

My heart fluttered again and I felt a warm feeling run down my spine. He cared? He really cared about me, didn't he?

His words stunned me for a while. "Vanni I –"

Giovanni suddenly walked up to us and took my hand. "I'm sorry for the intrusion but it's time."

I gulped and Vanni nodded. "Go Shaneil. I have my part to do."

I was about the reply when Giovanni pulled me away and I watched Vanni disappear as the crowd consumed him.

Giovanni led me to a door and soon we are in a red hall. He walked down the hall, taking a left and knocked on the third door on our right.

A man in a black suit and black masked appeared. He and Giovanni were on the same height but he was much thicker and had black hair.

"May I help you?" his voice was frightening.

"I have a client for Dr. Norp."

Norp? Who was Dr. Norp?

"Enter."

Giovanni pushed me forward and I enter. I looked back to see the door close and Giovanni was on the other side.

I was alone on this.

"Down the hall first red door on the left," he directed.

I nod and walked down the hall. I heard moans and screams as I walked and my anxiety grew. The doors were all black and the noises behind them made my stomach knot in fear.

I stopped as a red door graced me. It was on the left as the guy said. I walked to it and placed my hand on the knob.

Come on, Shaniel...for the family.

I twisted it, opening it and walked in.