Chapter 25. The Event

Lorraine

Finally, the day that had given me restless nights since the last practice had arrived, and I couldn't deny that my anxiety had doubled.

Alongside other models, I was seated on a wooden stool, having my face made up. My eyes were shut as my mind wandered in different directions.

I didn't even know what to feel. I didn't know what to think. The excitement of being on the runway for the first time had fizzled out and it was replaced with a very strong fear of failure.

There was no one to cheer me up amongst the crowd. Unlike others who would have their families clapping for them, I had no one. Absolutely no one.

"You can open your eyes now, I'm done." The artist informed me and quickly I stared at the mirror in awe, my eyes popping at the reflection that greeted me.

I was beautiful. I didn't need anyone's validation to be sure of how beautiful I was. The knowledge gave me strength that I could pull it off and slowly make a name for mys