A Villainess's Struggles

Today is the Christmas party.

I wore a cute blouse with a red skirt and black tights.

"Hmm, I look pretty cute in this" I said as I twirled in front of the mirror.

Being born with such a beautiful face makes me really happy.

"Natalie! Your friends are already here, let's go!" yelled mother.

"Yes I'm coming!" I replied.

I rushed down the stairs and put on my shoes.

"Natalie, your skirt looks great on you" complimented Anna.

"Thanks Anna, I like your dress too" I responded.

Olivia, Anna, and I got into my family's car along with my mother and Richard and we headed to the place that Henry's family is hosting the party in.

When we arrived at the place, my eyes widened.

W-What is this building...? I-It's so shiny and large... Is this building on the map of this world?

When we entered the building, servants greeted us.

I stepped inside and could hear the sounds of our footsteps echo. The floor looks very glossy! Was it waxed just recently? I might slip...!

We arrived at the main section of the party. There were many tables with food. I could feel my stomach telling me, "it's time!"

Mother and Richard left us to greet Henry's mother.

"Hey look, that's Rina from my class with her older brother. Her family owns that big hotel, y'know, what was it called again?" asked Anna.

"It's Hotel Risemere" said Olivia.

"Yes that's right! She's always boasting about that hotel when she's not the one that owns it" Anna complained.

"Well, we're still young so we can't blame her, right?" I said.

"Natalie, you act like one of my aunties" Olivia laughed.

E-Eh?! I am still young! Even if you add up my age from my previous life and this life, I'm pretty sure I'm younger than your aunt!

"I-Is that so...? Hahaha...." I replied.

"Other than boasting, she also hangs around May Mcbeth! Let me tell you this, the girls in my class excluding Rina all hate May" Anna whispered.

"Just the other day, May approached me pretending to be worried about me" I whispered back.

"Really? She really doesn't have good intentions..." Olivia said.

"Hmm, who knows. Never judge a book by it's cover" I replied.

"Should I call you Aunt Natalie now?" Olivia smiled.

"No thank you, Lady Olivia" I smiled back.

I could feel an intense gaze directed towards me. I turned around and I saw Hailey, the former student council president.

She walked up towards me with her light pink fluffy dress.

That dress... Does not suit her at all-

I could hear Anna slightly giggling and Olivia telling her to be quiet.

"Looks like you were invited to this party too" Hailey glared at me.

Why do girls enjoy trying to pick a fight with me?

"Yes that's right. That... dress suits you a lot" I smiled and held the hems of my skirt and bowed lightly.

"Oh? Compared to your cheap red skirt, mine was a lot more expensive and high quality. Thank you for your compliment" She grinned.

"Unfortunately, my 'cheap' red skirt isn't as cheap as you say. It was also made with high quality material, Miss Hailey" I smiled.

"Tch! I'm leaving now. I don't want to see your face again" Hailey frowned and left.

Ugh. It's so hard to deal with someone older than me yet more imm.a.t.u.r.e.

"Natalie look!!! It's Blake and-!!!" Anna suddenly shouted.

"Quiet Anna, you're too loud!" I whispered.

Everyone stared at us.

T-The embarrassment... I apologized and everyone went back to what they were doing.

"Anna... Please behave like a lady" I sighed.

"Sorry..." she frowned.

"Anna, you can go talk to Blake if you want. Natalie and I will stay here" Olivia smiled.

"It's fine. I think I would prefer to stay here than be in that crowd of girls" Anna replied.

"Also Anna, what were you going to say before I interrupted you?" I asked.

"Right. Look to the left of Blake, it's Allen with a girl. I believe I've never seen her before" Anna answered.

"That must be Blake's older sister" I said squinting my eyes.

I can't see her at all!

"Anna, you must have good eyesight" Olivia commented as she pushed her glasses.

"Yup! I've been told that quite a few times. Let's move a bit closer to see them then~" Anna replied.

We walked closer and were able to see their faces clearly.

I looked at Allen who didn't seem very happy walking with the girl next to him.

Just like her younger brother, Blake's elder sister is very visually attracting. She has long eyelashes and beautiful blonde hair. Her brown-coloured eyes are a different colour from Blake though.

As I continued staring at her. Our eyes met and she smiled at me. T-This is the true definition of a gentle beauty. May Mcbeth is just a fake!

"My older sister is gorgeous right?" a voice came from behind.

"Hello there... Blake... Oh? Where did Olivia and Anna go?" I asked.

"I don't know. You stood there alone for quite a bit" He replied.

Eh? I did?! Wouldn't that mean I stared at her for a long time? That's extremely rude of me...

"Ah oops... Also I'm just curious but, what's your sister's name?" I said.

"Her name is Amber" Blake responded.

Truly a name that suits her.

"And she's currently the fiance of Allen?" I continued asking.

"The evidence is in front of you" he answered.

"Hmm... They look quite nice together..." I mumbled.

"I do not approve of it though" Blake said.

"If they get married, she wouldn't be able to take over the company right?" I asked.

"Yes. Not that she is healthy enough to begin with" He replied.

"And, you've asked many questions. Maybe I should ask you one too" Blake smiled.

"T-That is true. G-Go ahead" I forced a smiled.

"How do you actually feel about Allen?"

His tone changed. I could tell that it was a serious question.

"Really... Blake, I've always thought of him as a friend, nothing more. We're still young too...!" I responded.

"Time will go by quickly. I suggest making your decisions at the right time before you regret it. Well then, goodbye for now" Blake smiled as he waved and left.

What's that supposed to mean...? Seriously...