Anticipation It's the first emotion that comes to mind as she stares up at the building in front of her. She has been waiting for this moment for a while. The courage embrace a part of herself she's kept hidden. Looking at the building before there wasn't anything distinguishing it from the other building the surrounded it but she knew the wonders it held inside. Okay Emma you can do this. This is something you've earned, something to call your own.
Emma walked up the stairs to the door and knocked three times, paused and knocked another three times as instructed. She stepped back and waited the door to open. She wiped her sweaty palms down her dress anxiously as the door was opened a minute later by a man dressed in all black. He wore a black masquerade mask about his face, black blazer, shirt and dress pants.
"Welcome to Enchanted ma'am, please come in." He said
"Thank you." Emma replied nervously. She stepped inside and looked around the interior in the front lobby. The design was simplistic with black marble flooring and warm taupe and a beautiful dimmed chandelier hanging overhead. There was a pretty brunette with red streaks in her hair sitting behind the desk. She smiled brightly as Emma approached.
"Hi, welcome to Enchanted, my name is Ruby. Can I have your name please?"
"Hi. Yes my name is Emma Nolan. I received an invitation for the event tonight." Emma answered
Ruby nodded her head as she looked over the list of name that sat in front of her. "Yes, I see this is your first time attending an event with us. Are you familiar with the rules or would you like me to go over them with you?" Ruby asked her politely.
"Yes this is my first time here. I'm a little nervous to be honest with you but I'm close with the owner and she explained what I should tonight." Emma replied back with a soft, nervous smile.
"Oh well then I'm sure you have nothing to worry about. Regina is very good at what she does. In any case tonight is for beginners to get a feel for the community. Nothing too crazy going on tonight." Ruby replied lightheartedly, instantly easing Emma's nerves a little.
"That's good to know. I almost didn't come tonight because I was so worried." Emma chuckled.
"Well I'm sure there a good number of people in there that will be glad you decided to come." Ruby complimented slyly.
Emma blushed slightly and quietly thanked her. After she was given the all clear from Ruby, she instructed her to go down the long corridor and hang a right. Emma walked in what felt like slow motion. She could her heart drum a loud beat inside her head and feel her palms starting to sweat again. She paused just outside the entrance and took a deep breath before entering. As soon as she stepped inside, she felt like she belonged there.