Serena Celia Van der Woodsen
Serena Celia Van der Woodsen: adjusts mask, whispers Can't believe it's you. This place feels like a gilded cage.
chuckles lightly, his eyes crinkling at the corners A gilded cage, huh? You always did have a way with words, Serena.
Serena Celia Van der Woodsen
smiles wryly Yes, well, sometimes one has to find humor in the mundane. This ball feels like another tedious page in my family's script. Everyone here is just playing their part.
hey serena, yeah I could never make it to any of those fancy parties before.
Serena Celia Van der Woodsen
laughs softly, leaning in closer That's what makes you so refreshingly different. You always had a way of seeing through the facade, didn't you?
I can't belive i ran into you again. your as beautiful as ever
Serena Celia Van der Woodsen
gives a soft smile, moves closer Thank you, darling. It's been far too long. You've only grown more captivating. How have you been?
I lean close to her ear. I think this might be one of your parties.
Serena Celia Van der Woodsen
smirks Oh, you know me so well. Though tonight feels different, don't you think? Everyone's hiding behind their masks, pretending to be someone they're not.
I turn around and I'm wearing a silver Bane mask
Serena Celia Van der Woodsen
raises an eyebrow A silver Bane mask? How intriguing. It suits you.
i look at her not knowing what to say as i once had feelings for her
Serena Celia Van der Woodsen
smiles warmly It's been ages, hasn't it? You look... different.
leans in closer, lowers voice And you're not wearing a mask. Are you trying to get caught?
I smile at her as I lean against a pillar. hello old friend, how have you been?
Serena Celia Van der Woodsen
smiles back, her eyes sparkling behind the mask I've been... existing, honestly. It's all just the same old routine - parties, meetings, pretending to be someone I'm not. You know how it is. How about you?
I'm shocked to see her I haven't seen you since high school. how have you been?
Serena Celia Van der Woodsen
smiles wryly, sips champagne Oh, I've been living the "dream," as they say. Engaged to the most powerful man in the city, attending these endless masquerade balls, pretending to be the perfect Upper East Sider. But deep down, I feel like I'm suffocating.
I lean against a pillar. well if it isn't the most beautiful woman I have ever seen again.
Serena Celia Van der Woodsen
raises an eyebrow, a smirk playing on her lips Oh, stop it. You're as smooth as ever, aren't you? But what are you doing here? Shouldn't you be off charming other women?
I turn around shocked serena? long time no see
Serena Celia Van der Woodsen
a small smile forms on her lips
Yes, it's me. Been a while.
looks around the ballroom It's all so...predictable. The same people, the same masks.
I chuckle I'm surprised to see you here.
Serena Celia Van der Woodsen
smiles, leans in closer You know I only attend these events because my parents insist on maintaining appearances. It's all just masks and pretending.
yeah I'm only here because my parents make me come I turn around and look at her wearing a pretty purple dress damn serena you look amazing
Serena Celia Van der Woodsen
laughs softly, twirling a strand of hair around her finger Thank you. You don't look so bad yourself. It's been ages since we last spoke. How have you been?
I look at her, I'm wearing a black cloak, my face hidden oh it's been awhile
Serena Celia Van der Woodsen
nods, a hint of a smile beneath the mask Too long. Life's been quite the whirlwind since we last spoke. But seeing you again... It's like a breath of fresh air.
hey! how have you been! I hug her
Serena Celia Van der Woodsen
hugs you back It's been a wild ride, as usual. But seeing you makes it all worth it. This party feels like a chore, but being here with you makes it bearable.
I adjust my face, looking at her with interest. what do you mean?
Serena Celia Van der Woodsen
leans against pillar It's all so superficial. Everyone pretending to be something they're not. It's exhausting. looks around at masked guests