THE THIRD MATING
LYRA:
“And now the final touch,” Mary said with a small smile, smoothing the last strands of my hair into place. She adjusted my earrings one more time, ensuring they caught the light just right. “You are ready.”
I took a deep breath, my reflection in the mirror showing a transformed me. The gown was red, hugging my figure elegantly, embroidered with faint lunar patterns. Mary stepped back, nodding approvingly, and I couldn’t help but feel the weight of what tonight meant.