Twelve women eyed one another, not bothering to hide their disdain.
Tonight, cameras would roll, broadcasting live to millions around the world in the fifth season of the runaway hit reality show, What Would You Do to Marry a Filthy Rich Man?
All but one would be eliminated.
Her prize? A ring on her finger, and a rich husband to go with it.
The winner would then debut on the popular spinoff show, Bored Rich Wives of Filthy Rich Men.
Immediate fame. Poof. Like magic.
Bobbie-Lynn chewed on her fingernail, watching as another woman with legs like a gazelle uncorked a bottle of wine.
Idiot. She’s gonna show up drunk for the Swan Ceremony!
But then Bobbie-Lynn noticed the gazelle discreetly tuck the sharp, chromed corkscrew into the bodice of her couture gown.
One to watch out for…
A producer with a clipboard under one arm clapped his hands. “Okay, ladies! We’re on in five! Now, is everyone ready to prove just how much they love this year’s rich guy!?”
As one, the women shouted, “WOOOO!”
“Are you ready to show the world how much he means to you!?”
“WOOOOO!” came their frenzied screams.
“Then get out there and give us some good TV!”
Bobbie-Lynn “wooed” along with the rest, then reached down and pulled off her stiletto. With a twist, the heel broke off to reveal a slim, glittering dagger.
The producer saw her, and nodded approvingly.
“I feel like this is going to be our best season yet.”
One Year, One Hundred Books 