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Ava blushed, feeling a surge of confidence and beauty she hadn't experienced in a long while. With Maggie's help, they worked on a makeover that accentuated Ava's features, enhancing her natural elegance. As the transformation unfolded, Ava gazed at her reflection in the mirror, hardly recognizing herself.

" Wow! Who's this angel? " Maggie asked, a wide smile on her face, admiring her handiwork.

Ava couldn't help but smile back. She looked and felt like a different person, radiating confidence and excitement for the evening ahead. Adjusting the dress and slipping into the elegant shoes, she felt a sense of anticipation bubbling within her.

The prospect of this being their first official date filled her with exhilaration. She knew this evening was going to be memorable, not just because of the stunning gown or the beautiful shoes, but because she was going to spend it with Alex, someone who had already started to mean a lot to her.

‘ Just don't mess it up ’ her inner voice popped up a