#Chapter 555: Back and Forth

Nina “How’s it looking in there?” I called out, rapping lightly on the wooden door of Jessica’s fitting room. “Um… decent, I guess?” her muffled voice floated back a moment later, although I could sense the uncertainty in her tone. “Decent? That’s it? Come on, Jess, this is your wedding gown we’re talking about!” There was a pause, then Jessica sighed loudly. “Alright, alright. Just… give me a sec to get decent again and I’ll come out.” Obediently, I backed away from the door and plopped down on the plush waiting couch, idly resting a hand on my round belly. Leave it to Jessica to be so shy about something as silly as a dress fitting. A few minutes later, the door creaked open and she emerged, her cheeks flushed. “Honestly? I’m not sure about this one.” She gestured vaguely at the lacy white ball gown she had on. “It’s pretty, but I feel like… I don’t know, a kid playing dress up or something.” I fixed her with an appraising look, taking in the delicate bead