Chapter Sixity-Three: Alpha Francis Black

Kiara's POV: With a final squeeze of my hands and a shared nod, the grand doors swung open, revealing a breathtaking spectacle beyond anything I had ever witnessed. The ballroom was a sea of vibrant colours, ornate chandeliers throwing a shower of glittering light onto the gleaming marble floor, painting a scene straight out of a fairytale. As we made our grand entrance, a hush fell over the crowd. The murmurs died down, replaced by awestruck silence as hundreds of eyes turned to us. The magnitude of the moment washed over me in a tide of exhilaration and nerves. Bathed in the radiant glow of the chandeliers, we descended the grand staircase, our entrance marking the beginning of the evening. Kayden's grip on my hand was comforting, a solid presence grounding me amidst the whirlpool of emotions threatening to overwhelm me. Beside me, Jayden's hand was a warm, reassuring pressure at the small of my back, guiding me through the crowd. The crowd parted like the sea, making way for us as w