Ava's POV

"I don't think I can do this." I said looking at the crystal silver pointy toe design stiletto heels that Adele brought in.

"You can. Don't worry. I'll teach you all the hacks I know. You will be okay. Even I get difficulties in wearing if I haven't wore them for a long time."

"But I have never worn heels before. This is the first time. "

"What! Not even once!"

I shook my head. I always wore flats or converse shoes. They are really comfortable especially while running errands with a baby on my hip.

"There's still time. Thank God I came early to show you the outfit. You can practice for a while."

"Oh no. Just tell your brother that I'm not fit to go."

"Yeah like he would believe me. His instructions were clear to get you ready on time. I know my brother. Trust me on this you don't want to mess with him now."

"Ughhh fine. Tell him to pay my hospital bill if I trip and break my leg."

She laughed. "Don't worry. He won't let you fall. Now, try them on."

I strapped the heels and stood up. Took a deep breath. Here goes nothing....

One step, two step,three step and thud!!! Pulling Adele along with me.

"Oh Adele I'm so sorry. Are you okay?"

"I'm fine. Are you okay?"

"Yup didn't break a leg."

"Okay let's do this again."

"What no!" I whined.

"Oh shush. You'll get better with practise. C'mon now get up."

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"Why can't I look again?" I asked. Adele is currently doing my hair. She had done my makeup but wasn't letting me see it.

"Because I want you to see with everything done and I'm not done with you yet. "

"I'm like a doll you're dressing up." I ssid giggling.

"I know right. Except this doll can actually tell me how she feels after the makeover. "

"You can do so much. You have your own boutique in Paris. You are about to start a make up line. You are well established ."

"It's a lot I know but you see our father raised us to be competitive. I don't like to sit idle when my brothers are probably chasing success. "

"You are successful Adele. You should be proud." I said sadly. Where would I be if I had joined university? I wanted to study literature but I declined. I refused my future for looking after Caroline. She was family and I couldn't abandon her. Do I regret it? No. But a part of me still wishes to continue my studies, have a career.

"And it's done." She said.

"Finally... Can I see now?"

"Uh uh I can't let you see until you are fully dressed."

"Oh c'mon. "

"Nope. Get up now. Let's put your dress on. Oh dear I didn't even show you yet."

She took to the walk in closet of tge room where stood a mannequin covered with a white sheet of cloth covering the dress.

"Ready?" She asked.

I nodded. She revealed the dress as I held my breath. I gasped.

"Oh my." I said looking at the dress. It was a long gown that would reach upto my toes. It was a striking royal blue gown with little rhinestones circling the waist like a belt. It had an off shoulder neckline with blue lace on top part and the full sleeves. The embroidered lace on the top part of the dress also had some little sparkly stones stitched on it and the neckline would leave my shoulders bare. It was simply the most beautiful gown I had ever seen.

"So... what do ya think?"

"Wow. Just Wow Adele. This is so pretty. Oh my God." I said as I touched the dress. The fabric is so smooth beneath my fingers.

"Thanks. It would more pretty if you wear it. Now, it's time to put this dress on you."

I nodded. I am eager to put the dress on too. Adele helped me put it on as she zipped my back. The dress fitted me perfectly. I excitedly ran my hands on the fabric that flowed past the waistline. I had a big stupid grin on my face.

"Oh Ava. I knew this dress would be perfect. You look fascinating. You're gonna get all heads turn at the party today." She said.

"Oh stop." I said blushing.

"Don't you believe me? You will once you see."

She said as she took me to the mirror long mirror. She turned the mirror to reveal my reflection. I was awestruck with my appearance. Adele had done an excellent job with my hair and makeup. My eyes were well defined with the cat eye look and my cheeks had a subtle pink blush with some highlighter. The look concluded with a nude lip. As for my hair, it was curled and pinned to create a messy yet soft updo with a few tendrils fell on sides of my face.

"I have no words for you Adele. Know that I wouldn't be this girl in the reflection without you."

"Yes and I am proud of creation. I didn't have to do much. You just naturally so beautiful. " she said handing me the heels.

"I'll go and inform Amadeo that you are ready."

I nodded ."Thank you for everything. " Turns out going with Mr. Rudy did do some good. I felt good getting all decked up tonight. I wish Alex could see me but my baby was asleep.

I heard a knock at the door. "Ava? May I come in?"

Amadeo's POV

"Um.. yes". I heard her say.

I entered the room and my breath hitched seeing her. Dios mio. She is a sight to behold. I felt my jaw getting slacked as my eyes took in her appearance.

"Hi." She said. I couldn't greet back. She stood there fidgeting with that lovely blue gown she wore which I couldn't help but think being the perfect match for the gift I brought.

"It is rude to stare you know." I closed my jaw and a reluctant smile made it's way on my face.

"You look absolutely breathtaking."

Her cheeks coloured as she bit her lower lip.

"Thank you. You look well quiet handsome yourself in that suit." She said. I waa wearing blue black tux.(P.S. I am very bad at describing men's clothing)

"Adele just went to call you."

"Did she? Anyways I wanted to give you something." I said as I gestured her to sit down.

I opened the jewellery box in my hand to shoe her. She gasped seeing the necklace features a heart-shaped blue sapphire and sterling silver necklace accented with a sparkling white sapphire. The set included oval blue sapphire stud earrings.

"I wanted to apologise for my earlier behaviour. I should have asked you nicely. Please accept this as an aplogy. "

"T-This is beautiful. Wow Amadeo. This too precious. I cannot accept this."

"This not any more precious than you are. I would think you do not accept my apology."

"Amadeo.."

"No turn around and let me put it on you."

We stood up as she reluctantly stood up and turned towards the mirror. I put the necklace on her neck. I gently push the hair away to clasp the necklace. I then presented her the studs on my palm and I watched her as she put them on.

"This goes well with the dres don't you think?"

She nodded with a smile. I looked at ur reflection on the mirror, how well we look, like two pieces of a puzzle that fit perfectly together.

"Ava. I understand if you do not forgive. But keep the this set as a present. I know I have been unfair but I want to do this the right way now. Would you grace me with your endearing company for the rest of the evening?"

"Well, Adele did not get me all decked up for no reason. Firstly thank you for this precious sapphire and secondly...."

"Yes?"

"It would be my pleasure."

A/N: Hi my beautiful friends. It's been a long time and I missed you guys.....

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