He got My First as Collateral

Chapter 3 Eighteen Roses

I saw my reflection in the Victorian full length body mirror. I am clad in elegant royal blue strapless gown; intricately decorated with polished beads and shimmering glitters. It resembles a Disney princess ball gown only that the skirting employs contemporary fashion; whereas the skirt comes in two layers. The first layer reaches the floor while the second layer reaches only the thighs and balloons outward. I paired it my silver glassy sandals which Caiden brought me as a Christmas present. I also wear white lacey gloves on both my hands. My hairs were tied together in a beautiful bun letting some of it fall beside my face. On both my ears are long stringed silver earrings as to complement my silver sandals.

“Let’s welcome today’s star! The debutante…Ms. Yssa Vergara.” I heard the MC said from behind the close door leading to the main staircase where I will be descending. The event organizer lightly taps my shoulder and said this my cue to reveal myself.

I am a bit nervous but I know I can do this. This is my day. I once more look into the mirror before positioning myself behind the door ;and realize how beautiful I am. How matured looking I am with my lips painted red.

The door slides open and flashes of camera as well as applauses coming from the crowd welcomes me. I can see my family and friends from here. Even my teachers and fellow campus officers are among the crowd who attended. There at one corner I saw the man that I love. He’s at awe to see me. He looks so stunning with his black tuxedo partnered with royal blue tie. But guess what he is already holding a wine in his hand. It’s too early for a drink babe!

I descended the staircase and proceeded in the stage set as per the event organizer instructed me beforehand. Many things happened including talk from my mom, from my dad, teachers, and friends. We didn’t follow all the parts of conventional debut and proceeded straight to the 18 roses. This is my favorite part.

My dad started serenading the dancefloor with me, followed by next, next, next…men who also played important part of my life… until we reach the last dance.

My heart throbs like crazy when I saw him slowly… slowly…slowly approaching me with the rose placed between his lips. He’s biting it. Damn! I find it very amusing and sexy.

He then bows down before me. I was about to extended my right arm to receive the rose first before dancing when he gentle raises his arm and points towards the rose in between his lips…meaning he wants me to take it from his mouth. He’s playing with me in front of everyone. That was very naughty babe.

Suddenly, he draws his face nearer to me. I can smell the wine. I got it. He offers me some of the stem of the flowers free of thorns of course. I bite at it which made him smiles and removes his grip from the flower. Instead took it by the hand and handed over me. That’s what real fun huh. Everyone around applauses as if they’d enjoy the show even my mom is giggling crazily.

“Naughty act babe.” I said when we started swaying our bodies to the music. He chuckled.

“But I loved it.” I affirmed which makes him smiles even more.

“It takes me a blast of confidence to pull that act babe.” He said shyly. So that’s what the wine is for.

“You look beautiful.” He said. I know I am; but to hear it from his mouth, it’s way more satisfying.

“Thank you. Hmm…even you…you look stunning babe.” I replied. The music ended and we took our chairs.