Chapter 93: Chapter 93

(Vivienne)

"This…this is ridiculous...how am I supposed to wear this in public?" I was devastated and irritated as I looked at myself in the mirror, wondering if Victor was a full-fledged perverted man who gave the dress. It was ridiculously pretty and small and exposed that even for someone like me who love showing my skin it was a little too much, and I was worried

"I think you look beautiful...it fits you perfectly"Mandy said with a chuckle not getting my point. She came to help me get dressed because I called her back immediately I checked the dress, and it wasn't so pleasing to my eyes

"The shoulders are showing...it has a deep neckline or whatever this is"I said explaining the flaws of the dress

Only a man who wanted his Surrogate to be the center of attraction would want me to wear the dress. To make things worse, Mandy did makeup on me and I looked different. My hair was nicely straightened, and it looked so shiny which I love and was tied behind, and it fell back hiding of my back even if it was a little

"The dress code is red dresses for females...yours is the most beautiful plus it's unique...sir indeed has great taste...it fits your body just right...it's like he knows what would look good on you"like a fool she was Mandy said with a smile as she scanned me from head to toe. I was supposed to wear heels with the dress,, but I chose to wear flats. The man was ridiculous because a pregnant lady in heels was a bad idea and I knew that

"But...argh!" I was frustrated as I turned back to the mirror to see myself.

The dress was okay, it was a crazy design, something I'd love myself knowing my sense of clothing. More Vivien and all, but he went too far giving it to me, and now I was to feel shy around him knowing he decided the dress

This was the first time a man actually gave me something like this. I preferred not to overthink it, the gift felt so intimate that I kept staring at myself, looking at the dress hugging my curves just fine. The dress was a berry-like color. I called it a rebellious love halterneck mini dress which reached mid-thigh with a sultry plunging. The neckline that enhanced the striking dress with a low neckline and exposed back with short hemline we're balanced by the halterneck

The little mini red dress was perfect for the party. I picked some statement earrings which looked beautiful and flats matching my purse. I was sure to take my phone, just in case I got bored. Not only that, but I scanned myself carefully in the frowned when I turned to the sides to size up my tummy, but it was still small. I sighed checking my makeup, probably the first time I wore heavy makeup. I looked like a doll, my green eyes came out nice and my red hair looked gorgeous. For a second I saw a different Vivienne, my lips were Fuller and looked kind of sexy. I hated makeup more than anything but a little didn't hurt, but now I was looking elegant

Mandy and I left the room and proceeded downstairs where the party hall was. I was a little nervous

Okay let's just say I was a bit nervous that my feet were a little wobble when we entered the elevator and the three people inside turned their attention to me. There were two when also dressed in red dresses like me and a man in black tux. The ladies didn't keep their eyes away from me making me uncomfortable, and hence I dragged my dress a little lower just to make it long

Both were looked beautiful in their unique gowns and I had to say the so-called party was my first

"Okay now come sweetie…" Mandy said with a smile when the elevator came to a halt and the doors opened. I was stunned because when we got downstairs, I saw many people walking around and some were wearing masks. I glanced at Mandy, and she was smiling,, although she wasn't wearing red like me. Earlier I asked why, and she told me she wasn't attending but just working

"Victor?" I muttered when I spotted Victor talking to two men. I stopped walking since Mandy had gone to attend to something. I was still away from the main party hall, which was located down the passageway. I heard there is a huge and vast room where most things or even weddings happen. I hesitated before I decided to approach Victor, and just as I took a step forward. He turned around and our eyes met. I froze in place not sure what to do, but the two men he was with smiled and their eyes were on me. It was awkward, but I had no choice than to straighten walked up to Victor

"Sir...hope I'm not late"I said innocently with a low bow and the two men were the first one to come forward

"Victor... I didn't know you had a company...the name is Zion...what's your name... Milady?"a dark-haired man in black tux said as he grabbed my right hand unexpectedly. I flinched when he leaned down and kissed the back of my hand and the other one who had brown hair and a mischievous facial expression took my left hand and did the same

"And I'm your prince charming...you look beautiful, the best and rarest gems I've ever seen"the same man said, and I withdrew my hands from them. I didn't know what to say, and hence I shifted my eyes to Victor, but he had that blank dark expression on his face.

"Gentle...you are making the lady uncomfortable"it was Victor who said more civilized as he walked closer to me and stood beside me.

"Really...you didn't tell us you had a hot date... Victor why are you like this"

"Yes...he was acting innocent and made us flaunt our wives only to bring a gem who obviously stole the show...she's beautiful...just gorgeous"the men said, fighting among themselves. I felt even more uneasy, especially with their playful grins. I tried hiding away from Victor, but when I glanced at his hand. He had it clenched in a fist and I swore he was applying a lot of pressure as if showing anger

"Was I supposed to announce on TV?" Victor countered sarcastically, and I was surprised at how he lashed out bitterly because even the two men looked shocked like he was overreacting

"Chill man...come on the party has started"the man who said his name was Zion said with a smile and parted Victor on the shoulder before they both walked away

An amount of silence fell between us that I found odd how he got angry over nothing. Clearly the men were just complimenting me

"Sir... I don't think I'm comfortable in this"I blurted out, and he turned to face me. He looked stunned with what I said,, but I didn't care.

"Why?"he simply said, arching his brows at me. For a second, I sensed sarcasm in his voice, but I ignored him

"I don't like it"I said the obvious and turned away hoping he could tell me to go away

"Isn't this exactly what Ms. Payton wears...or was my pick wrong?"he said, scanning me from head to toe and hearing his words. I was shocked, more like dumbstruck as I shifted my gaze back to him, and he had that serious expression I hated. What did he mean by what I wore

"Ms. Payton isn't this the kind of clothes you parade yourself with in public...what's wrong with my choice or are you now ashamed, huh?"he asked before I could even answer, I felt embarrassed that my gaze lowered to my hands, I couldn't keep from digging my nails in my palms knowing he was attacking me directly. His gaze was rather shrewd as if he was trying to embarrass me and tell me I was indecent

He was a ridiculous man, just because I wore shorts and crop shirts which showed my belly didn't mean he has the rights to do this to me but he and a point and I didn't know how to show him he was still wrong to chose such a dress for me

Victor walked away and I followed him. He did me a favor when he surprisingly held my hand once we reached the entrance to the party hall. Like a perfect gentleman he led me inside holding my hand and I tried to relax once I heard the smooth sound of music. Exhaling and inhaling seemed to be working for me but I had to try and overcome this.