Page 2 of Game of Hell
“I can’t believe this shit. When did I ever guess you, out of all people, would want to go to a party?” I roll my eyes at her dramaticness, really it's not that big of a deal.
“Do you have a costume to wear?” She sits down in her pink plush chair and pulls the computer onto her lap.
I have a few costumes from when I was younger, I'm pretty sure I can still fit, but don’t say that aloud. Those were costumes from when I was 16, not adult worthy.
“No, I didn’t really prepare for Halloween.” I respond meekly and grab my tea.
I take a small sip and it eases my nerves. Going to the party sounds fun, but my experience with people has been nonexistent for years. What do I say if someone I don’t want to dance with asks me to dance? She jumps back out of her chair throwing me out of thought.
“I have the perfect outfit for you!” She yells and digs through the abyss she calls her closet.
“Please don’t be a stripper outfit, Soph.” I groan and roll onto my side.
“It’s not that bad, I swear. Just something that’ll get you out of your comfort zone but not too much.” She continues digging for a while before she pulls out a black leather jumpsuit, attached to the butt area is a curly spiky tail.
She lays it on the bed and goes back to the closet. She bends down and grabs a headband with curly black pointy horns and a necklace with an upside down cross.
“A sexy devil/demon costume?” I ask and lean closer to the screen.
“Yes, you need to come over and try it on. I can’t fit it anymore, but I know you can with that hot body of yours.” I roll my eyes at her compliment. Sophie was blessed with wide hips and a small waist while I’m shaped like a square.
“I’ll come over after I eat dinner. The party doesn’t start till midnight right?” She nods and places the rest of the costume on the bed.
“Alright, I’ll talk to you later. Do not change your mind, it’s too late plus I really want you to come with me.” I wave goodbye.
“I won’t.” I click the small red button at the bottom of the screen and shut my laptop.
Fuck, what did I get myself into?
“This is way too tight.” I try to pull the tight ass leathers from my arms but it doesn’t budge. “Is it stuck?”
“It’s supposed to be like that. Stop pulling on it before you rip it.” I huff and turn away from the mirror to her.
This fucking jumpsuit will be the death of me. If I can’t get it off now, how will I get it off later? I mentally roll my eyes and step over to her bed. I grab the headband with the horns and put it on.
I’ve curled my hair rather than wear it straight. The curls cascade right above my breasts and the headband fits perfectly with the vibe. I look fucking hot, but I feel like I’m suffocating.
“Don’t forget the necklace.” She clips the necklace around my neck and the upside down cross really makes me look badass.
“Damn, you look gorgeous.” She shakes her head and winks at me. “I did a fabulous job.”
I laugh and agree because truly I do look good as fuck.
I might remember how to socialize now that my confidence is sky high. I plop down on her bed and wait for her to dress. She’s going as a sexy bunny. Her costume is a pale white and matches her blonde hair well.
“Let’s get going before we’re late.” I stand up and follow her out the door.
The sky is pitch black and a cold breeze blows over my exposed skin. I shiver and wrap my arms around my chest. Orange glowing pumpkins litter everyone's porch or driveway. Candy bowls sit out on chairs filled to the rim. I watch in awe as kids and adults walk past us knocking on doors screaming,Happy Halloween.
Halloween has always been one of my favorites. The thought of a masked man chasing me through the woods should terrify me but it doesn’t. It sparks something within me that is best to keep hidden. Some cravings are best left unspoken.
I can’t believe I let college ruin all of this for me.
“It’s right up here.” I turn to Sophie and nod.
I can see the red and orange lights flashing up ahead. The long dirt road we’re currently walking on will lead us right up to the house. My nerves begin to spike as loud screaming and laughter hits my ears.
Here goes nothing.
