By evening, Morticia asked her mother to help her dress for the bonfire. It was her first time attending one, and Ava was thrilled to assist.
She picked out a dress and gave Morticia a light makeover, making her look stunning. Her black hair fell effortlessly over her shoulders.
The gown beautifully accentuated her figure.
“Wow, you look so... different,” Ava said, chuckling in disbelief. “Are you going with a guy? What’s his name?”
“Jamie,” Morticia replied, blushing.
“Aww, are you getting a boyfriend soon?”
“Mom, that’s not it. Don’t tease me,” Morticia said, though her thoughts wandered to what it might feel like if Jamie became her boyfriend.
“Just don’t forget to protect yourself, okay?” Ava added.
Vincent wasn’t around. Sienna had fallen slightly ill, and he had stayed back t
