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[To all my lovely readers out there, who maybe insecure about themselves, you're unique and beautiful in your own way! Always feel confident in your own skin and love yourself to the fullest!
I love you all, my gorgeous angels <3 ]

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I was standing in front of the mirror in my house, getting ready for our dinner night. I wore a cute black dress with strappy heels, and I was doing my makeup.

After I finished applying my wine-red lipstick, I viewed myself in my life-sized mirror. I took a look at my makeup and gazed down to my whole body. I took a few steps back and frowned.

But as my eyes traveled down to my thighs and belly, a wave of insecurity crashed over me. All I could think was that I was so disappointed in my own body, a million thoughts rushed through my mind. I wasn't skinny like the rest of the girls in high school, well I wasn't even too overweight. But I felt too insecure about my huge thighs, and my belly which fluctuated from time-to-time.

Suddenly, I felt my brain crowding with all the feelings of insecurity. I looked too huge in the little dress and even after doing a lot of makeup and wearing a very beautiful dress, I couldn't pull off the way I expected to look like.

I stood, staring at the big piece of reflecting glass, feeling self-doubt creep up in me. I tried to stop the thoughts that ran through my mind, but I couldn't.

The more I looked at myself, the more I scrutinized my body for flaws. The visible scars on my skin started to look visible in my view, the ragged marks which were scattered all over my arms band down to my legs which were left by fighting the monsters.

As I kept staring at myself with the look of pure judgement in my eyes, my mind drifted to Steve.

Why did Steve love me? I mean, he was so amazing and handsome, definitely capable of finding someone better looking. All those memories from high school surfaced, where I was constantly bombarded by society's standards of beauty, making me feel inadequate.

What did he see in me? I was just a random girl with no charm, just a random girl, that's it. And I was sure Steve could do better; find someone else more beautiful and charming than me. Sometimes it just felt that he does everything for me just for the sake of my happiness.

Disappointment and sadness appeared on my face, I stared at myself, feeling so insecure and inadequate, tears welled up in my eyes.

I stumbled back onto my bed as the tears streamed down my face, eventually breaking down in tears, my insecurity taking over my rational mind. I was so broken, sitting on my bed and crying, completely oblivious to the world.

I let out a sob as I glanced at the mirror, feeling so disgusted in my own skin and getting overwhelmed by my own insecurities, I could no longer control myself or my emotions. Just then, I heard the front door, opening.

I stiffened. It must be Steve. Panic flooded my senses, and I quickly wiped away my tears. I glanced at the mirror to see my smudged makeup.

I quickly went to the bathroom and washed my face, I took my makeup box and redid it as fast as I could with my shaking hands.

Walking out of my bathroom and entered my room. I saw him standing in my room, in a dark blue t-shirt and jeans with his hair brushed neatly at one side. He looked handsome as ever, but his face was contorted in worry. I instinctively wrapped my arms around my belly, looking down so that he couldn't see my puffy eyes.

"Hey, are you okay? I heard you crying?", he said, stepping infront of me.

I quickly digested the situation and took a few steps back. Telling him I was fine, but he could see through my facade.

"Babe, tell me what's wrong", he said sternly, stepping closer towards me and placing both of his hands on my arms.

I looked up in concern-filling eyes,
"I told you, I am fine", I spoke, trying not to sound too shaky.

He stared at my eyes, observing me. He could literally see through me.
"You expect me to believe that?", I looked in his brown eyes that were filled with worry. Tears brimmed my eyes and I gave in.

"I just...", I huffed, gulping down a choked sob.
"I don't feel pretty. I hate my scars and my body. I hate the way I look", I whispered, turning to the mirror.

He turned to the mirror and wrapped his arms around my waist, resting his head on my shoulder.
"What are you talking about, Y/N? You're the most gorgeous person I've ever laid my eyes on, the most beautiful person I know, inside and out"

"No, Steve. How can you love someone like me? I mean am not even like Nancy, she's so pretty and you left her for me?", I whispered, turning my eyes at the floor.

"Hey", he said, turning me around and wrapping his arms around me, pressing our bodies together.

"Y/N, don't compare yourself to anyone. You're so insanely beautiful, and your scars... they make you even more unique. They show how strong and courageous you are, and I love you for that. And your smile which lightens up the whole room", he said, taking in a deep breath which caused me to smile.

"You've so pretty and twinkling eyes, I still consider myself as the most luckiest person to gaze in these heavenly gorgeous eyes. Every inch of you is molded by angels, I wouldn't want to be with any other girl in this world, because nobody compares to you", he whispered, softly as pressed a kiss to the tip of my nose.

"Really? You think so?", I asked, looking at his reflection from the mirror.

"Yes, really! Look at yourself! All these things you're insecure about, you shouldn't be. Because that's what makes you beautiful", he smiled, kissing my cheek.

His words of love, care and support melted my heart, they made me feel so beautiful and confident. Through my teary eyes, I looked up into Steve's charming eyes and buried my face in his neck.
"Thank you so much, Steve. You always know how to make me feel loved"

"That's what I'm here for, sweetheart. And honestly, if anyone doesn't see how amazing you are, they don't deserve to be with you, because you're my princess", he tightened his arms around my waist, making me chuckle.

"Hey, it's fine if you don't want to go for dinner. We can order in and watch movies, okay?", I smiled, I loved how he always provided comfort and made me feel safe.

"That sounds good. Thank you so much, Steve", I hugged him, tightly.

"Anything for you, my sweetheart"

"I love you so much", I said, and stood on my toes to connect my lips with his. I let out a sigh of relief when he smiled into the kiss.

He pulled away, still wrapping me in his arms,
"I love you too, honey"
I leaned into his embrace, his words of affirmation and assurance slowly seeping into my very soul.

After sometime, I changed into my comfy clothes,
{Steve's clothes, actually. I borrowed some of his clothes, hehe 🤭}

We changed into comfortable clothes and sat on the couch, watching movies and cuddling until we started drifting off to sleep with our warm embrace surrounding each other, lulling us to a deep cozy slumber.

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HI MY LOVES!

So am finally back with a story, I apologise for the long wait. And I haven't put in too much efforts in this imagine. Sorry for the disappointment, am trying really hard to complete this but I don't have the time to do so. I hope y'all understand, see ya soon again.

THANKS FOR THE SUPPORT.
I LOVE YOU ALL SO MUCH!

GOODBYE FOR NOW <33

Your beloved writer,
- TheDarkBlackWolf ♡