Page 118 of Stronger Than Fate

“She's my friend,” I said proudly, “and she's not only a great designer, she's a wonderful person.”

“Are you really her friend? If I had known, I would have asked you to come with me to the dress fittings.”

“Now you know for next time when you need any of her designs.”

“It’s perfect timing because I wanted to invite her to stay for the reception after the wedding, but since she wouldn’t know anyone, I wasn’t sure if she’d accept. Now I can seat her at your table and I’m sure she’ll come,” she said happily.

“Count on it, I’ll convince her.”

“Fantastic! It was great to see you and I’ll see you again on Friday. I have to go now because I have several more errands to run.”

“Of course we’ll see each other on Friday and I’m also glad to have seen you, especially to see you so happy. Let me know if you need anything.”

“Thanks, Dali.”

We said goodbye and I continued on my way to my friend’s office. I was really pleased to know that Niky would also be at the wedding. The door was open and my friend was looking very intently at her computer monitor.

“May I come in?” I asked, to let her know I had arrived.

“Daliiiiii, I’m so glad you’re here. I needed to take a break and what better way than chatting with you. I just finished with a wedding dress and I’m exhausted.”

“It’s for my cousin Sara.”

“She’s your cousin?” she asked, surprised.

“I just ran into her, I didn’t know her dress was one of your designs. The wedding is on Friday and she wants you to stay for the reception. You’ll be seated next to me.”

“Really?”

“Can you make it?”

“I wouldn’t miss a party where I can enjoy your company.”

“Then find me a beautiful dress I can try on.”

After trying on several designs, I decided on a long gold dress.It was a beautiful design, with a flowing skirt and thin straps. The neckline was plunging both in front and back, and it hugged my waist and hips making me look very sensual.

“You look beautiful!” exclaimed Niky.

“The dress is what’s beautiful, it’s spectacular.”

“You should model my designs, they would definitely sell more.”

“What are you going to wear?”

“Probably something red, that color suits me well with my dark hair.”

“We’re going to have so much fun,” I said happily.

Once changed, Niky ordered coffee and we sat down to chat.

“How have you been?” she asked.

“Good. Very busy with work, that’s why I haven’t gone out much.”

“Emotionally?” she insisted.

“I’m managing. I understand it’s a process and that it will take time, I won’t forget him overnight.”