Chapter Twenty-One: The Shock of the Unexpected
The next day, Serenity found herself with a rare luxury: a Saturday off. The sun was setting, casting an orange glow over the city as she sat at her vanity, meticulously applying her makeup. The Vale's charity ball was set to begin in just two hours, and she had to get ready. Serenity spent the next hour styling her silk wig into loose curls, her fingers deftly shaping the coils. Her makeup subtle yet it enhanced her natural features without masking her identity. Finally, she slipped into the red dress, the fabric clinging to her curves like a second skin. The necklace and earrings completed the look, adding a touch of glamour to her ensemble. She exited her bedroom and walked into the living room where Kaia was watching TV, her eyes landed on Serenity and widened. "Mom!" she exclaimed.
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