And then finally, the day of the National Festival arrived.
The one day of the year when all classes—werewolves, humans, nobles, commoners, vampires, and other rare races—gathered to celebrate the unity and strength of the kingdom.
You could say the palace grounds were alive with color: banners stretched high above the gates, children's laughter rang in the streets, and the air was thick with the scent of roasted meats and sweet pastries. Music and drums pulsed like a heartbeat, carrying the spirit of unity throughout the kingdom.
In her room, Lilah stood by the balcony in her bathroom robe, her hands resting lightly on the railing as she tilted her head toward the distant sound of celebration.
Her lips curved into a calm smile, but beneath it, her heart beat faster than the festival drums.
It was her first public appearance, not just as Kael's Luna, but as Queen of Country X.
