The Magic Within Chapter 23 on Stars
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We met with Peter and Charlotte the following day and plans
began in earnest for the glienne
ceremony. It was not dissimilar to a human wedding where I had nothing to do
with the planning, save for showing up dressed up and prepared to share my
life, my blood and my soul with my mate. It would be similar to how I released
Bella’s magic. She’d drink from me and I’d drink from her, sharing our life’s
blood. As a human, the idea of drinking Bella’s blood turned my stomach, but
the fae inside me needed to do it, to claim her as my own. It would solidify
our bond, strengthening when we make love for the first time.
“Master Edward,” Eleazar said, knocking on my door. “I’m
coming to measure you for your clothes for the glienne. Lady Bella has finalized what you should wear on Saturday.
It’s quite striking. I will need you to transform.” I blinked at him, my face
was impassive and trying to keep an open mind. “Master Edward, I know that you
are wary of my mate. She was trying to lead you in the proper way of the fae.”
“She was keeping us in the dark,” I said, barely able to
keep the growl out of my voice. “I know that Carmen had our best interests at
heart, but she was alive when magic was accepted and the world was simpler. I’m
learning and I need to know all of it since I’m in fucking charge, Eleazar!”
“Times have changed,” Eleazar sighed. “Carmen was in denial.
She still is and it blinded her. I think you were wise in asking Peter and
Charlotte to help you. I love my mate. I always will, but she needs to realize
that the old ways aren’t always the best ways.” He gave me a smile. “We will
always support you. Carmen just needs time to adjust, Master Edward.”
“You’re more amenable to these changes,” I sighed.
“I have to be. I’m only human,” he replied. “Granted, my aging
is much slower than a human, but I have no powers. I’ve seen the world change
and my mate stayed in the past.” He gave me a sad smile. “I’m working on it
with her. She’s coming around, accepting the changes, but it will take time.”
“Thank you, Eleazar,” I smiled. “Now, what am I wearing for
this ceremony?”
“It’s a combination of the old world and the new,” Eleazar
chuckled. “Before, you would be wearing a robe, matching Bella’s.” I wrinkled
my nose. A robe? “I figured as much. You will be
wearing tailored pants in a charcoal gray with a purple tunic. Your sister
designed it.” He showed me my sister’s sketch and I nodded. It was elegant,
powerful, similar to the stylings on the runway today, but gave a nod to the
fashions of the old world.
Edward's Wings
Alice's design for Edward for the glienne ceremony
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