WILLOW
Helen is helping me get ready for the solstice ball. It’s tonight. There are so many layers of ruffles in my dress. It’s a ball room style dress with square neckline. No sleeves. Tonight, I’m wearing gloves and the family jewels in my hair.
As Cary’s daughter, it’s my duty now to wear the family heirloom. Helen isn’t going so I have to represent the Thompsons the best way I can. And that includes dressing up and wearing expensive jewels and smiling.
I’ve smiled so much, my cheeks hurt. Cary sends a maid to bring the necklace he’d purchased specifically for tonight. It’s the diamond one, with the rubies in the middle. Helen gasps when she sees it. She touches it gently and her eyes brighten.
“You look like an excited pup on Christmas morning.” I snort, teasing her. I’ve grown s
