CHAPTER ELEVEN

I took a deep breath before walking into the party hall. The murmuring and chattering of the entire guest seized their mouth agape with shock written all over their faces at the sight of me.

Today, I am wearing a black mermaid strapless dress with a sweetheart neckline and a split at the side. The dress was pleated at each side of the hips and adorned with diamonds to create the illusion of larger hips. And of course, heels to match.

For my jewelry, I chose a simple diamond necklace and earrings, plus, a clutch where I had hidden the Ruby.

Since it was a masquerade party my mask was that of a fierce black wolf.

Brian didn't lie about the Ruby helping me out though.

Immediately I showed the guards the Ruby, they bowed before me and even showed me the way to the hall thereby saving me the stress of finding it on my own. To my surprise, no questions were asked.

I survey my surroundings ignoring the shocked stares I get from everyone.

Brian informed me earlier that he was going to wear