69 FIREWORKS AND CINNAMON

“Why haven't you come down yet?” Lily asked as she stepped into Anna's room and saw her seated on the bed, her eyes closed. “Everyone is waiting to see you, y'know? And the party is about to start.” Anna's eyes flickered open. “I don't know, Lily. What am I supposed to do when I get there?” She questioned, worry evident in her tone. “I've never been to these sort of parties nor have I ever had a birthday party myself. What if I mess up or say the wrong thing?” She stood up from the bed, tripping on her heels but she was quick to catch herself before she could fall. She threw her hands up in the air. “Just look what I'm talking about. I haven't gone out yet and I'm already tripping over myself.” Lily chuckled and walked over to her. “You're going to do amazingly well, Anna,” she assured her and wrapped her hands around her waist, avoiding making contact with her face so she wouldn't ruin the make-up she had on. “But—” “No buts, Anna. You've been preparing for today for a