Chapter 14

I waited in my room trying to steady myself. The ball was starting in just a few minutes and I couldn't shake the nervousness that had been eating away at me all day.

Standing there adjusting the delicate lace on my royal blue silk dress, my heart raced at the thought of seeing him again after all these years. The mere mention of his name sent shivers down my spine, igniting a whirlwind of emotions within me.

there was a light knock on my door. I straightened my mask one last time, making sure it was securely in place before opening the door to find Beta Allen standing there, looking handsome in his tuxedo.

"you look absolutely stunning," Beta Allen said with a warm smile, his eyes admiring my dress.

"Thank you, Allen," I replied, feeling the heat rise to my cheeks.

"Shall we?" he said, offering me his arm.

As we made our way down the grand staircase, the sound of music and laughter grew louder, signalling that the ball had already begun. My heart pounded in my chest as we were about