The ritual outside the manor does not only drain Kelly's strength. The anxious looks, nervousness, and submissiveness she feels are like blood flowing in her body. The cold wind that carries weight in her skin. It makes her tremble in fear of the path she will take and the family she will care for. In her eyes can be seen the fear. She feels like a sheep in the wolf's territory. She can't even look straight at their eyes. The dark blue color of an ocean shows dominance. Her hand has been shaking and her palm has been sweating for an hour. Her head is starting to hurt, and so do her knees.
Aiden notices her and gently looks at her with a smile. The light of the moon reflects in his eyes. He then wraps his hand around her waist to calm her down and to lessen her body weight so she can relax while seated on the ground. Aiden shows his calm demeanor to put her at ease.
It lasted for several minutes until the elders were done with their blessings. His mother then carries another golden light and walks towards the two of them. She then gives a sign for the two of them to follow her and walk inside the house. Finally, after a very tiring day, they have completed all the families' ceremonies for the wedding. Inside the house the corridors are quiet. Aiden's mother guides them towards a long path in the house towards the wedding chamber. In the long corridors the golden lights are the only source of light. The garden is in full bloom under the moonlight. Fireflies are all around the manor dancing on their behalf. Footsteps echo; the fountain, the water drops, their breath, and their heartbeat can be heard.
The two of them follow her until the large door in the farthest part of the manor. She said inside are the bed and the food you will share tonight. There are no lights inside the room. Let the moon witness the night you share. Savor the taste of the food and water. Let two hearts become one—trust and instinct will run in your veins. The future you will take is full of unknowns. In times that no one will provide you light. Let the world be with you—the two of you will be enough for each other. Find happiness even in the dark—see for yourselfwhat it looks like. Step inside and wake up at dawn with each of your hearts written in your soul. Let this ceremony and moment last forever in your memories. Good night.
After they enter the room, Aiden's mother returns with the light with her. Inside the room, the two of them see the light slowly disappearing from a distance until the light of the moon shows them the banquet of food on the table in the balcony. He then reached out his hand and said,
Shall we fill our stomachs, my dear?
She then smiled at him and said,
[Of course, my love.]
The view on the balcony is breathtaking. The wind is warm and cozy. The land can be seen from the distance. While she's admiring the night. He was only looking at her peacefully. For quite some time the two of them have felt the moment and have enjoyed the night. They quit and have a feast for the long and tiring yet happy moments of their life.