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few setbacks, I was a bit older than the average student. However, I loved writing, it was my p

trange and unusual because I, myself, have become the strange and unusual. Working there fosters my creativity and allows me to do a bit of research and investigative wor

wearing a disguise, because I prefer to keep myself hidden as best as I can. I even use a pseudonym, too. It's Midnight Rose, because I'm a night owl. I always have been. Plus

iends ever since. She's my only family. I was an orphan and knew nothing about my family. All I know is that they're all dead, and I suffer from nightmares as proof. I grew up in the system. I was smart and hardworkin

ng a box. "Hey girl,

urn address. I wonder who sent it?" Katie suggests that I open it to see if there's a note inside. It

there is a note

to "Experience The Night," a Masquerade Gala at St. Joh

your work because it might give you s

u're coming with me." I won't g

ut they only

es. Mine was a mermaid-cut floor-length dress with golden beading and appliques. Hers was a red, floor-length, A-line dress that fades to black tow

, we wouldn't be leaving right now," Kati

ove. I'm more career-driven. I figure love will find me at some point. I'm only turning 26 later this year, so I've got plenty of time. I date occasionally, don't get me wrong

f the church. When we get inside, we are blown away. I take many pictures of the elegantly decorated interior. There were tables for dining and a dance floor. There was also a more intimate area, with small hi

ust, wow,"

d follow my lead," I replied, to

"Check out these gue

ut I'm not so sure that they're all like us. I have

people. No wonder they invi

hatever." She can

le here. The sexiest woman, by far!" she say

u have to say that becau