JENNIFER
With meticulous care, I applied the lipstick, ensuring an even coat over my lips. A gentle rub of my lips blended the colour perfectly. Next, I traced my eyelids with eyeliner, creating a sharp, defined line, and carefully combed my lashes with the mascara brush, bringing a bold emphasis to my eyes. I decided against wearing my glasses. Though my vision blurred without them, I wanted Luca to see the full effect of my carefully accentuated eyes. So, with a slight hesitation, I tucked them into my handbag.
Earlier, I had devoted extra attention to my hair. Instead of my customary ponytail, I washed, stretched, and meticulously curled the tips of my hair, emulating Victoria's style. I had observed how her beauty captivated attention in school, and I yearned for that same recognit
