My Muse Chapter 40 Analise's POV I was discharged this morning , with my doctor allowed me to leave early as I hadn't been dizzy for over twenty - four hours . I was also instructed not to wash my hair for the next few days . Since I have an open wound , I can't use dry shampoo either . I showered this morning , and just washed the ends of my hair . I stayed away from the open wound . I felt better after I showered . I was wheeled down to the lobby , with Drew walking with me . I was happy to see Charlie pull up to the curb with the SUV . Gwen had taken an Uber to come to the hospital . She was riding back with me . We would go over the shoot as we headed back to my company . I created a group text for important matters that included my parents and Seth . I told them that I had been released and that I was fine . " Has everything been prepared ? " I asked Gwen . " Yes . Emily's in makeup now , and they understand about your wound . They will be very careful . I told them that nothing can be sprayed on your hair . So one of them will stay behind to re - curl your hair if necessary . Your dress is already in the dressing room , along with everything else you need . We're ready to go when you are . Emily will teach you her patented moves . You know , the one that manages to show off each piece of jewelry . Emily makes it look effortless , but you were always a quick study in college . I know that you'll shine . We'll be doing a much bolder makeup on you today , since this is an advertisement , and the lights can wash you out . Just a heads up , " Gwen advised . " I see you glossed over it again , Gwen . It's starting to worry me . What are you putting me in ? " I asked . " Ana , you know what a print ad and commercials look like for jewelry or perfume . This isn't your first go - around . You know what Emily usually wears . You know it's usually a slinky dress . She dresses more conservatively for the handbags and watches . Jewelry has always been , what's the best word for it , suggestive . When a woman is given an expensive set of jewelry , it is usually for her birthday , an anniversary , or for a reason . s * x is usually just around the corner . Just like with perfume ads , why are they wearing perfume ? Because they are trying to attract someone , such as a husband or boyfriend . They want to feel sexy or special , in that moment , " Gwen replied . Charlie winked at me in the rear - view mirror , and I looked away , flushing . His low laugh didn't go unnoticed by Gwen , who was now looking back and forth between me and Charlie . I see a small smile playing on her lips , and the wheels turning in her head . Thankfully , this photo shoot should wrap up quickly before she can come up with some kind of harebrained plan to try to hook us up . I'd be lying if I said I wasn't interested in him . He's very attractive . I was ushered into a makeup chair as soon as we arrived . They got me ready quickly , and I was turned over to the hairdresser . He was quick and professional . He used a pick to make my waves stand out , but placed a comb between the pick and my scalp to keep from hitting my injury . I gasped when I saw Emily's dress . She wore a cream colored slip dress with thin spaghetti straps . It was my design , but it was intended for a much slimmer person , who could go braless . Giving a delicious view , but not scandalous . It was a best seller in our #OC 16 MNN 1/4 O < My Muse line , and came in a variety of colors . +15 Points > Unfortunately , it wasn't going to work for me . I glared at Gwen in the mirror , and she gave a little grin . She had disappeared for twenty minutes while I was getting ready . Now she was back , acting as if I should be happy with her dress choice . She knew why I was upset . Emily entered the dressing room behind us , and I saw my dress . Unlike Emily's dress , which was straight down , mine gathered at the waist , with an almost invisible elastic band . You didn't even notice it , but it would help emphasis my hourglass figure . " You know I can't wear that , Gwen . What in the hell ? " I stated . I rarely cussed , but what is she thinking ? I can't go out there without something to prevent a nip slip in the ad . The neckline was low , I won't do it . I would be utterly humiliated . " Just try it on . But first , we have something that will help . Put these pasties on , and we will help you put the adhesive bra on , " Gwen replied as if I was just making excuses . " Adhesive bra ? What are you talking about ? " I asked in confusion . " Everyone uses these , especially in low - cut clothing . Emily's used them before , but usually she can just go without . I knew you would need them , and nothing is a bigger ' f you ' than you looking all hot and sexy and moving on . Roger and Holden both need that message . Holden thought you would just hang on after all these years . I don't think it's a coincidence that he came back just three weeks before you were getting married . He came to stop your wedding . We all heard what he did . We were coming back to the room , and it wasn't soundproofed . I know how much he hurt you . I was glad your dad threw him out of your hospital room . You don't need either of them ; you never did . Now you are free to move on to greener pastures ," Gwen replied with a smirk . " I don't want to move on . Clearly , I make bad choices when it comes to men . I think I'll stick to growing my company and creating new designs from now on . I really don't want to put myself out there like that anymore . It's hard for me to trust anyone now . Nothing's worked out like I wanted it to , " I replied . " We all heard him talking . He definitely wants you back . He was backing you , not his sister ," Emily gently replied . " You don't understand , Emily . Seeing him having s * x with her is something I will never forget . But hearing what he said about me after they were done was what really hurt . He broke my heart that day , showing no regard for my feelings . I might be able to forgive him one day , but I don't feel the same about him anymore . I don't care why he had s* x with her . He said that he was willing to leave the country to escape our arranged marriage , and that's exactly what he did . He can't try to wrap a bow on it , or say oops , try to excuse it . I don't care if he did return to stop me from marrying Roger . I won't marry him , " I replied . " You don't have to , Ana . You know we are always here for you , no matter what . We have your back . We need to get you ready because the photographer will be here in twenty minutes . I need to show you my signature move , and we can see how you can tweak it to make it your own ," Emily told me . I had put the pasties on , and they showed me how the adhesive worked . I have to admit I was impressed , as I wasn't worried about a nip slip now . I felt covered , and my breasts looked great . I mean , seriously great , like I would go out to dinner in this dress after the photoshoot , great . The neckline was low , but you couldn't see the adhesive bra . It was like gravity had been kind to me all these years . The dress skimmed me , clinging to my breasts and tapering in at my waist before flaring out . I was glad that Gwen got my undergarments from 2/4 My Muse my office . +15 Points > I turned around and loved the view from the back as well . The deep V was replicated on the back , showing even more skin than the front , in a larger , more daring neckline . I have to admit , Gwen was right . This dress looked fantastic on me . I was still so caught up with how I used to look , my mind couldn't fully wrap around the fact that my body was much different from what it was before . Her grin told me that she already knew what I was thinking , and I didn't have to say it , but I would . " You were right , " I told her . " I didn't think it would work , but it really does . I think I will have him take a few pictures for our online catalogue for others at the same size , or larger , can see how it looks on a larger figure . " Absolutely , I think it will open us up to getting more business . I have more ideas , we should get together so I can outline what I was thinking ," Gwen replied . If you're not reading this on Dreame / StaryNovel , it's been stolen from Kat Von Beck . " Set it up , Gwen . I have some ideas that I'd like to discuss with you , but the last week and a half have been incredibly busy . I have Roger and Holden dealt with now . I can move on to my own business , " I responded happily . I knew that Gwen was going to be on board with my ideas when she saw them , especially after she put me in this dress . " We entered the studio where we filmed our ads . The walls were a glossy white color , and we added occasional decorations , like stacked blocks in various colors . Today , it was a light gray color . The colors were to enhance the clothing or whatever accessory we were promoting . The other side of the room was dark , and you couldn't see anyone because of the lighting , which helped . I felt awkward , but I had practiced Emily's move . The move was primarily for the video ad , but I continued practicing while we waited for the photographer to get everything set up as he wanted . Emily watched me practice and smiled . " You always try to emulate it , as you were shown , but you just need to relax . You need to make it yoursAna . You need to act like you want your lover to get rock hard at seeing you in your jewelry . It's a seduction , Ana . So don't be afraid to show your feminine side . You're not the boss right now . You're a woman who loved the gift she was just given . A gift given to the woman he loves . It means something , so focus on the love . You need to show it by your eyes , lower your gaze to the floor . Then , when you lift your eyes , show him the desire that you have for him . Bite your lip , like you're fighting back your desire to kiss them , " Emily quietly instructed me . " Easy for you to say . I've been waiting for marriage ," I replied . I was trying , but it was hard . I feel good , but I didn't feel sexy . " Not even with Roger after you were engaged ? " Emily asked in shock . " He didn't want to sleep with me . I found out I was too fat for him . I was waiting for marriage to sleep with him . I'm so glad I waited . Out of everything , I'm thankful for that ," I replied . " Then picture someone you'd like to sleep with , and use them to get the desired result , no pun intended ," Emily said with a wink . I just wish I didn't know exactly who I would be using as my muse . 16