The Day I Kissed An Older Man

"It's nothing special. We're just friends," explained Melody briefly. She just smiled and looked at herself in the mirror.
Zeke caught on that Melody did not want to delve deeper into her connection with Lucas, so he did not push for more. He smiled and focused on putting makeup on her.
Melody could not shake the surreal feeling washing over her as the
transformation unfolded in the mirror. Throughout her life, she never had the chance to wear anything remotely glamorous. Wendy's stylish dresses had always been a source of envy, but Melody never dared to dream of having one herself. That was just a wish that would never come true, she said to herself back then.
She then recalled a particular incident in her childhood...
"Mom, tomorrow is my birthday. Can I have a pretty dress?" pleaded Melody hopefully.
However, Helen only glanced at her coldly. "Why do you need a dress? Haven't I already bought you enough T-shirts? You need to learn to be content and stop comparing yourself to Wendy!"
In the end, eight-year-old Melody never got the dress she wished for.
Melody snapped back to the present, but even as she finally got to don the beautiful dress she dreamt of, the excitement was not quite there.
Perhaps it was because there was no point in getting what she wanted once the moment was gone.
After more than two hours of makeup and styling, Melody finally stepped out in the dress Lucas had chosen. Even though Edmund was used to seeing stunningly beautiful women, he could not help but be amazed when Melody appeared in front of him.
Melody always looked simple and rarely wore make-up. Even if she did, it was only a coat of foundation.
Edmund could see that she had naturally lovely features, but he was surprised at how striking she looked after some meticulous styling. It was the kind of eye- catching presence that stood out in a crowd. "Edmund, is this okay? Is it too much?" Melody had never worn a gown like that before. She felt somewhat uneasy in it, and her confidence seemed to waver even while standing.
Edmund smiled and stood up. "Miss Melody, you look absolutely stunning! Let's go. Mister Lucas will meet you at the venue. But first, let's grab a quick bite. After all, you won't be able to eat much at the banquet, and it might go on until very late. We can't have you hungry all night."
After a brief stop at a fast-food restaurant for a light meal, Edmund escorted Melody to the banquet venue.
Upon learning that Lucas had already arrived, he instructed Melody to go in and find him herself.
"I have to go in alone?" asked Melody nervously at the entrance. She had never been to an event like that before. "What if I can't find him?"
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Sensing her anxiety, Edmund said
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reassuringly, "Don't worry, Miss M B Worry,
Melody/Once you're inside, you'll
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"Well... Okay, then." Melody sighed defeatedly before turning to face the grand entrande of the Banquet hall. She took a deep breath and said, "Here goes nothing." Visit bignovels.com to read the latest
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She walked into the banquet hall, handed the invitation Edmund gave her to the usher at the entrance, and smoothly made her way inside.
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The banquet hall was buzzing with people, and Melody blended into the crowd without attracting too much attention. She scanned the surroundings, searching for Lucas, but he was nowhere in sight. 'Wasn't he supposed to wait for me here? Where could he be?' she thought as rising panic began to fill her body. Visit bignovels.com to read the latest chapter of this novel
She weaved her way through the crowd, cluelessly searching for Lucas.
"Miss, do you need help?" A man in a black suit approached her with a smile. "Are you searching for someone? I can help you if you want."
Melody took a step back, eyeing him cautiously. "No, thanks! I'll manage. Just let me through, please."