Chapter 52 – The Night Before

TAWNY

“Yes, yes, I’m ready!” I shout to Mason through the bathroom door. Checking myself out one more time and running my hands down the deep red dress. I brought it with Crimson in mind, the color of the sheer fabric was close to his eyes when they turned that deep shade of blood red.

The dress was full-length, perfect for a coronation ball. Its haltered strap left my back bare, the neckline dipped with a deep V. And small clear jewels encrusted the bodice of the dress. My had grown out and was now shoulder length. I had it dyed black last night, with a few dark red highlights, to cover its natural bright orange.

Satisfied with my appearance and finally emerged from the bathroom.

“Whoa!” Mason gave a low whistle, and his eyes greedily ate me up. I smiled, scrunching my nose at his obvious ogling.

“I take it I will do then?”

“You will more than do, Princess.” I palmed the back of his neck and a blush crept over his cheeks. “You look beautiful.”

“Thank you,” I replied, needing to