Revealing

Gladice had me scrubbed down and smothered in scented oils. Copious amounts of hairspray was added to my curls. Swatches of makeup was chosen and finally, I was ready to meet my future. I had waited my entire life for this moment, for this beautiful crest to finally break. Tonight was my time to shine.

The winding stairs came into a short view. The rest of my family had already joined the masses. Everyone waited on me. Every eye would soon devour me whole.

Mikaela had instructed me to head down an hour after them. It was a declaration after all. Introducing me to the world.

I heard the mic go on as someone unknown to me took center stage. The voice was gruff. Hollow. But I knew he was the master of ceremonies. My parents would never take that role. They were too high up in the world. They weren't here for anyone's entertainment, much less for the entertainment of melodramatic ass kissers such as our nobility.

"Ladies and gentlemen. If you would please foc