by Queen Elsa » November 10th, 2013, 7:53 am
"Right now!" Jasmine answered, spinning around with one of Shanti's blue dresses.
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Jasmine was spinning in her blue gown that reached down to her feet. Her father was watching her, helping her prepare for the ball, which started in just a few minutes. Since she didn't feel like putting her hair in a braid, she just brushed it out and put her blue headband on.
"You look just like your mother," the Sultan praised. Jasmine smiled. "Thanks, Dad," she said. "I can't wait to see the other three tonight!"
"Yes. I want you to have a lot of fun, but also remember that this ball isn't for no reason. Maybe you'll be able to find someone you love tonight."
"Dad, I'm only ten years old. Should someone that young really be looking for a boyfriend?" Jasmine asked.
"I guess not. But just remember, Jasmine, the law says you must be married by your sixteenth birthday."
"Yes, Dad. I understand," Jasmine answered. She walked out of the room and down to the main room where the ball would be held. Guests were already arriving, even though the party didn't officially start for another five minutes. She said hello to everyone, and started up small talk with them, trying to keep it short in case Shanti came in. She wanted to be the first to greet her friend. She had just finished talking to the last guest when she saw a young girl wesring a pin, long dress walk in, her hair all in clothes. If it weren't for the gold hoop earrings and the obvious Indian look, Jasmine might not have recognized Shanti.
"Hi, Shanti!" Jasmine said, hugging her friend. "You look beautiful."
"And nothing like myself," Shnti added, but with a smile.
"That's not true. There's still parts of you that no one and nothing can change," Jasmine pointe dout.
"Thanks, Jasmine." Shanti said. "You look very pretty, too. Are Wendy and Melody here yet?"
"Not yet," Jasmine answered. "Just alot of adults."
"Okay," Shanti said simply.
(I figured I would just jump to the ball, since the sleepover wasn't intended to be gone into depth. I hope you don't mind.)