This was finally the day. The day she would be mated to the Lycan King. Her heart raced, caught between nerves and excitement. She could hardly believe it was real.
Seralyn moved behind her, gently running a brush through her long golden hair. Lara sat quietly, watching her reflection in the mirror.
Just then, the door opened and her mother stepped in.
Lara stood quickly. "Mother," said giving her a hug.
Seralyn quietly stepped aside to give them space, and for a moment.
"Congratulations my dear."
"Thank you mother, where is father and Liam."
"They are outside. My dear," she said softly, her eyes lighting up. "You look radiant."
Then she reached out and touched her cheek. "I can't believe this day has come. My little girl… the King's mate."
Lara smiled shyly, blinking back tears. "I'm nervous."
Her mother chuckled. "That's how you know it's real. Love always makes the heart tremble a little. When did you grow up my golden girl."
Lara smiled at her.
