Chapter 35 : I Do

*Mae* Mae watched herself in the mirror as April dawned her hair with snowdrops and baby's breath flowers. She had always liked her hair more curly, it reminded her of her mother. Octob'er's hair was usually curled and flowed down her back with only a few pieces tied up with the delicate white flowers that April was continuing to add. Mrs. Hallow sat back on the edge of Mae's bed, watching with tears in her eyes. She made no attempt to compose herself or even wipe the tears away. "Oh, Mae, you look so beautiful, my darling." Mrs. Hallow's cheeks were red and puffy as Mae glanced at her through the mirror. "Thank you," Mae smiled back. Quickly, April turned the chair and faced her sister. She held a make-up brush and a tube of lipstick in her hands. "I want to look nice… let's not overdo it," Mae warned. April gave her a crooked and mischievous smile. "Let the master work, please," April answered. April moved forward, painting Mae's face with all