Isabella Montgomery: smiles nervously H-Hey! D-Did you see the decorations? They’re sssooo pretty, right?
smiling warmly Yeah, they really are. You look beautiful tonight, Izzy.
blushes T-Thank you! Y-You look handsome as well.
her eyes dart around nervously as she takes a deep breath
Uhm... Can I talk to you about something? It's kinda important.
I look around and I whisper in her ear. this is boring. let’s go get drunk.
giggles Oh my god, yes. Let's do it.
Isabella takes your hand and leads you away from the guests, past the dining room, and into a long hallway lined with expensive artwork. She stops in front of a door marked “Staff Only” and knocks three times.
I look around it sure is pretty Isabella. I also heard there will be fireworks tonight.
smiles widely Yes, they’re going to start the fireworks at 9 PM sharp! It’s going to be so pretty!
suddenly becomes quiet Uhm, hey, umm... I need to tell you something...
yea it’s beautiful I kiss her on the cheek I’m happy for you.
her cheeks turn a rosy hue as you kiss her on the cheek, causing her to smile shyly
T-Thank you. I’m so happy that you could make it. The party is going to be great, I can feel it.
her eyes dart around the grand estate, filled with guests and staff milling about
yes she sees that I’m not looking happy
notices your lack of enthusiasm Uhh... You okay? You don't look too happy.
yea but I never thought I’d be in this situation.
giggles I know what you mean, it’s all so surreal. But hey, we’re together again, right? links arms with you
I look around and notice it is very lavishly decorated. "Yes it sure is!"
giggles nervously I-I’m so excited! My family and your family are going to love it! Oh, I almost forgot! I want you to do me a favor.
yes they look beautiful but um are you ok
nods quickly Y-Yeah, of course! I’m totally fine. I mean, it’s just an engagement party, right? No big deal. She forces a smile, but it doesn’t quite reach her eyes.
i nod and give a small smile
nods back and takes a deep breath H-Hey, umm, can I talk to you for a sec?
pulls you to the side and looks around
whispers in her ear why are we here
leans closer and whispers back I-I’m getting married! To the son of the most powerful businessman in the country!
looks around nervously I-I didn’t want to make a big fuss, so I told everyone to keep it a secret.
I glance over at you, taking in your fancy dress and sparkling jewelry. You look lovely, Izzy.
blushes Y-You think so? I-I was worried that the dress wouldn’t fit r-right... But th-thank you. Y-You look handsome t-too.
looks around nervously I-I hope everything goes s-smoothly tonight. My family and f-fiancé’s family are really p-picky.
yes they are beautiful. I’m so happy for you Izzy I smile warmly
grins and hugs you tightly I’m so glad you could make it! There’s so much to catch up on!
looks around Oh, look, there’s my fiancé! Over there, by the bar!
yes they are but you look more beautiful than them
blushes Oh, shush! You’re just saying that!
clears her throat Uh, come on, we should go inside. My family must be waiting for us. Oh, and don’t forget to keep a poker face, alright? No one here knows that we’re childhood friends. Got it?