The Trap Of Ace

Chapter 47

Read The Trap Of Ace [by Eva Zahan] Chapter 47 – Running my palm over the smooth fabric one more time, I took a deep breath and opened the door. With every step down the stairs the ends of my gown flared more, providing a feel of a princess ascending down the staircase towards the prince charming of hers.

But for me, my annoying best friend stood down, not even looking at me. She was too busy applying her dark red lipstick holding a small mirror before her dolled up face. The light blue mermaid gown with her blonde curls resting over her shoulders looked stunning on her.

Hearing me approaching, her eyes looked up to me. And her jaw dropped down.

“Holy s**t!” She glanced up and down my whole structure. “This is the first time I’m feeling ashamed to be straight as a stick. D**n! Achilles is a lucky a*s!”

I laughed. “Look who’s talking. See yourself in the mirror first.”

She shrugged. “I just did. Thanks for the not direct compliment though.”

I shook my head. “Where’s Beth?”

Her lips twisted in displeasure. “She’s gonna meet us directly at the venue. Again got caught up with her boyfriend problem.”

I sighed. “Alright, c’mon. Let’s see if Tess is ready yet.”

“As ready as her pimple,” she said, chuckling.

I frowned. “What do you mean?”

And then I heard the chaos inside the bride’s room.

Pushing at the door, I walked inside.

In a beautiful white Cinderella wedding gown, with her blonde locks wrapped into a low bun on the back of her neck and slightly heavy make-up on her face, she looked gorgeous. As usual. But she looked anything but pleased at this moment.

Facing upwards, she tried her best not to let the tears in her eyes fall. One of her friends was telling her to take deep breaths and not panic.

“Tess, stop crying! Do you want your eyes to look swollen in the pictures? This thing isn’t even visible now. You’re looking beautiful, honey!” said Mom, calming her down.

Then my eyes fell on her right cheek. A small not too visible pimple poked its head through the layers of make-up. Though it wasn’t noticeable unless you looked closely.

Tess shook her head, tears brimming into her eyes. “I’m not! I can see it clearly! Why did it happen to me! All I wanted was for this wedding to go smoothly. Now I’ll have to see this on my wedding photos for the rest of my life!”

Mom sighed, defeated. And then she looked at me. Her eyes lit up.

“Oh my! Look at you, you’re looking so beautiful!” She pulled me into a brief hug before pulling away. “I didn’t even realize when both of my babies got so big.” Casting a glance at Tess and then me, she sniffled.

“Mom, now you don’t start also. We’ve Tess to handle now,” saying, I turned to Tess.

Her eyes glued to my gown, lips parted. “You look… wait, even though you’re looking gorgeous in this dress, why didn’t wear the one I got you for my wedding?”

“Thank you. You’re looking more than just gorgeous today!” I smiled. “And about this dress… I thought it’d look more good with your bridesmaids.”

She asked me to be her maid of honor last night and I couldn’t deny. Due to our previous conflicts, she couldn’t ask me earlier even though she didn’t let any of her friends be her maid of honor. Because she wanted it to be me. So I agreed.

Her face dropped again. “Yeah, everyone is looking so perfect except me.”

“You’re looking stunning, Tess! The most beautiful bride I’ve ever seen. Everyone is going to love your look.”

My assurance didn’t affect her at all as a drop of tear slid down her cheek.

I put a hand on her shoulder. “Tess, answer me a question. Why are you getting married today?”

“Huh?” Her brows narrowed.

getting through all of this?” I asked

“For Caleb.”

do you think he would care if you’ve a little pimple on your cheek on your wedding day? Do you think he can see any other things other than the girl whom he loves so much

Silence.

head. “No. He doesn’t care

are you being so restless? You’re doing this for him, and if he doesn’t have any problem with your pimple, then shouldn’t you just leave it

right. But… what

Mom pinched the bridge of her nose. If we

it does, then we’ve a solution for this already. Now can you calm down and let those girls give you a finishing touch

much more ease than before, she flashed me a smile

***

as they were waiting for

skipped off ahead, came the turn

a deep breath and stepped ahead. The pace of the slow music around the gleeful ambience didn’t match my pounding heart. As if I

tummy went berserk as soon as I stepped into everyone’s sight. But it wasn’t the people’s stare or cheers that made my heart thump, it was the man

my chin held high, I walked down the aisle with poise. Caleb stood there with his usual bright smile as he nodded at me which I returned with my own. Tobias and other of his friends stood beside him, all in well-groomed

The groom’s best man.

then I

walked up to Caleb and stood beside him. And when those grey orbs lifted

his forehead disappeared, grey eyes clashed with mine until they glided down my body. His lips parted. An emotion that flashed across his face directly hit my already fluttering

gaze. I was sure I turned a deep shade of red, matching the color of my

gown he gifted

didn’t wear it before. It wouldn’t have held the importance it did

night he asked me a

here was

didn’t leave my face as he pulled me

we’re here to attend Caleb’s wedding. Not yours,” one of the groomsmen joked as the

Tess walked through the red carpet along Dad, a beautiful bouquet in her hand and a

from each other as they stood before the priest after Dad handed her hand to Caleb. The love and adoration shone in their eyes as they took the vows to cherish and care for each for the rest

move from me. His jaw ticked, fists clenched and unclenched. An annoyance plastered on his

At the command of his deep

girl isn’t going to run anywhere. Easy there,” Caleb murmured to him, making Tess giggle

with mine, winking at me. I ignored

the priest announced the bride and groom as

hand, he dragged

you doing? I

needs

him

told his impatience. But a figure became a hindrance to his

his shoulders tensed. His nostrils flared as his sharp jaw ticked. “What the

need to talk to Em,” Warner

answer my question. What are you doing

show it to me. And his meeting Warner didn’t seem to be a good idea at all with his darkened mood. So messaging Casie, I had her take Warner away with some excuse from the

a hand on his

Don’t start anything here. He was

mine. “I don’t care if he’s invited or not. He’s not staying here.”

gasped. “He’s my friend. You can’t talk to

I came here for you. I need to discuss something important with you.” Putting on a tight smile, he pushed his hands

accent sent shivers down my spine. His

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