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Taking a deep breath, Kyoko walked out of her room and to the stairs.
She felt like she was about to lose whatever of her lunch was left. Ren was already downstairs and she was feeling really nervous about what he would think of her when he saw her. She hadn't even seen herself. Miss Woods made it so she wouldn't be able to catch a glimpse of herself inside her room. She said something about it having to be a surprise for both her and Ren.
The dress she was using was truly beautiful. Apparently the President had somehow managed to contact the very talented and amazing designer Vera Wang to loan her a dress.
She couldn't get over it. She was wearing a dress by Vera Wang!
It was a mermaid cut, one shoulder piece that had draping over the bust and hips that joined on her left side in tiny knots with a beautiful flowing bottom starting above her knees and had a short train where it had additional draping and organza popping up from the bottom, all in a beautiful pale pink color. This was like a fairytale come true and she was wearing a dress made for a princess, she felt like Cinderella and it made her so giddy. She'd never thought she could wear something so beautiful and now she was about to walk down these stairs towards Ren.
Taking a step, she began to walk and as she did she could begin to slowly see everyone at the bottom of the stairs.
Ren was looking at her wide eyed, but she immediately noticed how he caught himself and provided her with the most dazzling smile she had seen from him to date.
She couldn't look away from him.
He looked like the most exquisite man she had ever seen. As she walked down the stairs she continued to think about how no one could really compare to the man who stood in front of her, just waiting for her at the foot of the stairs. This really was like a fairytale and he was like Prince Charming.
Suddenly, in the middle of these thoughts one stood out.
He was her Prince Charming.
She liked Ren.
She really liked Ren.
She didn't just like him as a friend, or an acquaintance or even her most respected sempai.
She found him to be truly gorgeous for a man. Much more handsome than any other she'd seen before and standing there in this amazing black tuxedo, tailor made just for him and smiling at her like she was the most important woman in the world, she couldn't help but come to the conclusion that she loved this man and suddenly she gave him the brightest smile she had ever given anyone.
Inside of Kyoko the angels cried in joy and her grudges realized that Kyoko had now found love again, but they couldn't be angry either because this was a man who exuded such an enticing aura to them sometimes, that they could think of no one better matched for Kyoko either.
Looking into each other's eyes, Ren spoke first.
Not losing his smile, he said, "Kyoko-chan…..You look beautiful."
"Thank you Ren-Kun."
Suddenly two other voices cut in, making Kyoko realize that she had forgotten Okami-san and Miss Woods were still in the room.
"Kyoko-chan, you look so pretty….Oh I wish I had a camera to take a picture of you."
"I agree! But, seeing you both standing next to one another all I can think is of how perfect you are together! Look at how beautiful you both look and I didn't even have to work hard on making you look this ravishing Kyoko-chan! I bet all the other actresses will be jealous when they see you walk into that party!"
Blushing, Kyoko turned to both of them and bowed, "Thank you Miss Woods. Thank you Okami-san. You're both so kind, I wish I could see how I looked right now."
"You haven't seen yourself yet Kyoko-chan?" Ren asked with a furrowed brow.
"No. Miss Woods wants me to be surprised and not see myself yet. But I am sure I will see my reflection at some point. Do I really look ok Ren-kun?"
"You look more than ok, Kyoko-chan."
Suddenly, they heard a knock at the door and the Okami-san walked towards the door and answered.
"Good evening. I am here for Miss Kyoko and Mister Ren Tsuruga. I'll be their driver for the night."
"Oh, yes, yes. One minute and they'll be right out. Thank you."
"Thank you ma'am."
Walking back towards the striking couple standing by the stairs the Okami-san immediately said, "Your driver is here Kyoko-chan. I think it's time for you to head out."
"Thank you," giving the Okami-san a hug, Kyoko turned to Ren and said, "Ren-kun, would you still like to have dinner?"
"Of course. If I said no, I have a feeling that you would probably yell at me about taking care of my body properly because I am a professional."
"I would. Let's head out then."
"Yes. It's time we do if we want to make our reservations and to be out in time for your entrance to the finale party."
Blushing Kyoko turned to look at Ren and said, "I am not the lead role though Ren-kun."
"Something tells me you will be tonight."
Then turning to both, Jelly Woods and the Okami-san, Ren bowed and turned back to Kyoko. Placing his hand on her lower back he began to guide her to the door.
He turned to look at her face and noticed the faint blush covering her cheeks and he couldn't help but admire the beauty that she was.
The last time her saw her in a dress was for the Dark Moon finale party and then he didn't have the pleasure of having her on his arm, but this time he could admire every detail and not fret, because this time he was going to show her that he was the man meant for her.
The moment she walked down the stairs he thought he could die the happiest man on earth.
She looked so beautiful in this dress and her body looked amazing.
He wished he hadn't thought of that, but he was a man after all. A man who was watching the woman he loved walk down a set of stairs towards him.
Jelly Woods had really done an amazing job. She'd curled her hair and added extensions and gave her a messy yet elegant updo that complimented her dress beautifully. The makeup she had given Kyoko was simple and amplified the natural beauty that she held. Just some light pink blush, beautiful long and curled lashes with a pale pink, barely noticeable eye shadow and a strawberry tinged lip-gloss that made her lips look so enticing that he felt he wouldn't be able to hold back the urge to kiss her all night.
As they continued to walk towards the limo provided to them for the night, he was truly glad he'd gone ahead and made reservations at a very upscale restaurant that had a private back door entrance and private dining area for individuals. He didn't want anyone to look at Kyoko right now other than him.
Soon enough, they'd be walking down a red carpet lined with paparazzi, camera crews, interviewers, co-stars and celebrities and he was sure they'd cause a large commotion just walking in together. He wanted to make it clear to her that this was a date and that he wanted a serious commitment to come from this, before they had to head to the party and have a million questions asked.
He certainly did not want to answer them by saying they'd arrived as friends.
Getting to the limousine, the driver held the door open and Ren stepped aside, putting his hand out and grabbing hers he said, "Let's go Kyoko-chan."
She took his lead and got in first and sat, turning to the driver, he said, "Close this door first. I can let myself in on the other side."
The driver closed the door, walked to the other side of the limousine and opened the other passenger door.
"I'm sorry sir, but it is my job." He said giving Ren a slight smile.
Ren smiled back and got in.
Turning to Kyoko he said, "You look so gorgeous Kyoko-chan."
"Thank you Ren-kun."
He immediately noticed her blush flare up again.
They heard a door close, letting them know the driver was inside.
"To the restaurant, please" Said Ren.
"Of course, sir."
Turning to Kyoko again, Ren looked her in the eyes, pushed the button on his side that made the dividing window between them and driver go up and said, "I can't wait to spend the rest of the evening with you Kyoko-chan. I have something very important to tell you."
He gave her the same dazzling smile he'd had since she saw him when walking down the stairs and she suddenly felt very excited.
Author's Note:
I am spoiling you all and I know it!
I am actually really excited about this chapter.
I hope you all liked the development. I am attempting to try to stay as true as possible to their characters.
I would like to say that I am basing her acceptance here on the fact that the box has been unlocked, but she has yet to realize it.
So, this is her "aha moment."
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