The Stolen Mafia Princess

The Ball

{Margo’s POV}

[One month Time skip!]

It’s been a mess trying to get ready for this ball. Between finishing out my tattoos, which ended with wonderful and beautiful art that completely covered my scars, and dress fittings, venue selection, and much more.. it was finally time. The ball was tonight, and I was actually excited. I haven’t seen much of Carter, or Damon since my birthday weekend.. but I’ve been spending a ton of time with Dimitri and Daniella! Dimitri even gave me his brother Viktor’s number. He’d been talking nonstop about Viktor, and I was really interested in getting to know him. I’ve been texting Viktor regularly, and we’ve become pretty close. They’ve all become great friends, Serena, Brianna, and Kara have been coming over to hang out a lot too, and all of us have been so excited for this ball. I didn’t know that they still had balls, it seems like such an old tradition. Dad even had me learn how to ballroom dance just for tonight.

My dress was stunning, it was made exactly as I asked for it. A deep red ballgown, with lots of tulle, and a slit up one side that ended at my mid thigh. The bodice was a see through corset bodice, and the neckline was a deep v that reached my mid stomach. The sleeves were off the shoulder, and the dress was fluffy just like a real princess dress. No one had gotten to see it yet, dad told me it could be a surprise since I got to work with the designer on it. I was so excited to wear it tonight, dad even ordered me some jewelry including a ruby hairpiece. It was to be braided into my hair.

I couldn’t believe it was almost time. Dad decided to rent out the venue for the whole day, and brought us all here to get ready for the event tonight. The main room was something out of a fairytale. There were flowers, and vines everywhere, and lights that strung from the ceiling. The room was an off white color, with large columns that ran from floor to ceiling. It was gorgeous, everything I could have ever asked for, and even more. I was up in one of the rooms getting ready for tonight. There was someone doing my hair and my makeup, my father had hired professionals. Once I was done, they helped me strap up my dress, and lace up my heels. They were the same color as my dress, and had ribbons that laced up my legs. I looked in the mirror, and nearly fell over. My hair was in a loose braid, with the ruby hairpiece braided in. My makeup was done in a deep red lip, but a Smokey eye makeup, and it looked so beautiful. I thanked the women as they exited the room. I gave myself a twirl in the mirror. With this dress I could see my tattoos on my stomach and back, it was perfect.

I heard a soft knock on the door. “Are you ready bambina?” I heard dad’s voice. “Everyone is waiting downstairs!”

I ran to the door and opened it wide, and smiling brightly. “How do I look?” I asked, twirling around for him.

I watched as his face lit up. “My princess, you look so beautiful!” Some tears slid from his eyes as he gazed at me. “You look so much like your mother, she would have loved this. She’d love your dress too, red was her favorite color.” He smiled, reaching out his arm to me. I walked over slowly and took his arm in mine. “Let’s go introduce you to everyone, and finally have your welcoming celebration!” He said, leading me to the stairs.

Once we made it to the entryway, he flung open the doors and stepped out onto the top of the grand staircase. Once he stepped out, he quieted everyone down, and began to speak. “Thank you all for attending tonight!” He began, everyone turning their attention towards him. “As you all know, a few months ago we finally were able to find my wonderful daughter Margo! She had been kidnapped by the Petrov family, and luckily we were able to bring her home! I am so proud of my amazing daughter, and the incredible person that she is. She is kind, fearless, giving, and strong! I know that this ball has been a long time coming, but I would like to introduce all of you to my bambina!” He said, reaching back to me.

I smiled and walked forward taking his arm in mine, and walked down the staircase with him. Everyone cheered, and stared at us, I felt a little self conscious, but also it felt nice to have everyone smiling and cheering for me. Once we reached the bottom my brothers all came and hugged me. I smiled, hugging each one back, and once Angelo got to me, music began to play. “My bambina, will you dance with me?” He asked, giving me his arm.

“I’d be delighted!” I curtsied to him, as he led me out to the middle of the room, and we began dancing in time with the music.

We danced flawlessly, laughing as we danced. “You look beautiful bambina!” He smiled as the song came to an end.

“Thank you my angel!” I smiled back, hugging him tightly as everyone cheered. He led me off to the side and pulled out a flask. It was deep red, with an M.L. On the side of it.

He handed it to me and smiled. “This is for you, it’s filled with your favorite!”

“You brought me strawberry wine!” I giggle, opening it and taking a sip. “You’re the best!” I laughed as I carefully stashed it in my pocket. “So.. what should I do now?” I asked looking around the room. “I don’t really know anyone, should I introduce myself?” I asked, nervousness finally beginning to set in.

“Just go say hi to your friends, and dance with whoever you’d like to. We’ll all be keeping an eye out on you, just in case someone tries anything tonight.” He said leaning down and kissing my cheek. “Go have fun bambina!”