Chapter 48

He chuckles, kissing my forehead as we walk past the door. "And happy birthday," I comment, nudging him with my elbow, offering him a childish smile as I cross my eyes. Going back to a normal face, we go through a couple of halls, Leo explaining how we when enter he will be greeted with respect and silence, to then give a toast and the first dance to begin. "So it's like some organized entrance," I comment, hearing the chatter grow louder as we pass through the throne room. And as we enter the hall which leads to the massive ballroom, I find myself speechless as the beauty takes me over. What was once just like a ghost town is now thriving with flowers displayed, footmen holding out platters of champagne in fancy glasses, a stage with musicians holding polished instruments, and guests all decorated in their finest silks and items of status. The room holds a glow, one like a dream, peaceful and marvelous. "Announcing, Lady Lyra Collins and Alpha Ki