BrittneyI got dressed, smoothing the fabric on my hips as I stood before the mirror. The dress was simple but elegant, a deep navy blue colour that complimented my skin tone. I tilted my head, observing myself. I look good, right? I felt pretty, in some kind of way, but when I remember the downgrading compliments I’d receive from this dinner, insecurity creeps in. -“-“-“We walked into the dinning room, with Tony’s arm wrapped around my slender waist, sending shivers down my spine. All heads turned to us, each look filled with disdain. Lorriane—my supposedly mother in law—sat at the head of the table, her perfectly styled hair and crisp white blouse making her look like the queen of some kingdom I didn’t belong to. Margaret, Tony’s sister, sat beside her, sipping a glass of wine and eyeing me like I was an intruder. “Brittney, how lovely of you to join us.” Lorriane said, her lips curved into a smile that didn’t reach her eyes. The way she said it made my stomach twist. Lovely?
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