Emily stood in front of the mirror, feeling frustrated as she adjusted her red dress and fixed her hair. Puff Puff and Sussie were curled up on the bed, watching her with curious eyes.
"This dress is a disaster," she muttered to herself, feeling a little self-conscious.
Emily couldn't help but remember Mrs. Claire's note and how confident she was in her ability to rock the red dress. She took a deep breath and decided to trust her.
As she walked out of the apartment, Emily couldn't shake off the sense of unease that had been building up inside her. The event was just a few hours away, and she still had to deliver her painting to the venue.
Emily hailed a cab and hopped in, holding her painting carefully in her lap. The driver glanced back at her and asked, "Where to, miss?"
She gave h
