Chapter 24: Light kiss
Later that evening, Zara had already left after seeing that Patricia was feeling better.
Getting out of bed, Patricia walked up to her dressing mirror and picked up the new box Kay had brought her, peering inside. There was a sleeveless, very short red gown in it, and she could already feel the chills just imagining herself in it. The weather was far too cold for such a dress, and it might even rain today, considering it had been raining non stop for the past week.
Putting the gown aside, she picked out the heels and instantly felt discouraged. How was she supposed to wear heels with her weakened legs? If she fell, she would embarrass not only herself but him as well. But if he wasn’t planning to show her off in public, then why take her to public events instead of Michelle? He had always been so adamant about not appearing with her in public so why was he acting differently now?
She dropped the heels and brought out the jewelry, staring at the pieces with a frown. How was she expected to wear such showy jewelry? Maybe Zara had been right, she should have turned him down when she had the chance. Nothing he got her seemed comfortable. If she wasn’t recovering, she wouldn’t have minded enduring a bit of discomfort.
Knock knock.
She heard someone at the door and turned toward it, asking, "Who is there?"
"It’s Kay, Miss Patricia. Mr. Roman wants you ready in ten minutes," Kay said from outside.
"I will be there in fifteen," she replied. There was no response, so she assumed that meant it was okay.
She brought out everything she needed and began dressing, finishing up in a few minutes. Once done, she turned her back to the mirror and frowned, dissatisfied with how open the back of the dress was. She wondered if Roman had chosen this outfit for her or if it had been Kay. At least the sizing was accurate. That was one good thing.