ARIA
Everything felt perfect.
Too perfect, maybe, but I didn't question it.
We were all gathered around a long table... the kind you'd see in a mansion, polished wood gleaming under soft golden light. Candles flickered everywhere, casting warm shadows that danced across smiling faces.
Kael sat beside me, his hand resting on my thigh under the table, his thumb drawing lazy circles that made me feel safe and grounded.
Olivia was there, laughing at something Ash had said. Kaleb was running around behind us, Lily was seated on her mother's lap, their giggles filling the air like music.
Ash was telling some elaborate story, her hands gesturing wildly. Sylas playfully interrupting his sister. Niko stood near the wall, a rare smile on his usually serious face.
Everyone was here. Everyone I loved and appreciated.
The air smelled like home-cooked food and happiness. Wine glasses clinked. Conversation flowed easily.
