Aurora's POV
I thought to myself, "If both rejecting and accepting would make me feel uneasy, why not follow my heart and make the choice that feels more comfortable?"
I decided to go.
I didn't bother changing into the clothes Brian had bought for me, nor did I wear the fancy dress meant for a date. I simply put on a shirt and a wool skirt, letting my hair fall loosely over my shoulders. I didn't take Lilith's advice to wear sparkling jewelry either. I only wore the necklace my grandmother had given me.
"You look like you're just going for a walk," Lilith commented, half amused.
"I really don't want to dress up too much for this date," I replied. "It would just make that guy feel more smug."
"That guy you're talking about sent a full bouquet of roses. Classic love-struck roses."
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