*Ariella*
The morning sun sneaks in, nudging me awake. I blink away the remnants of dreams, mostly about Kieran, which is weird enough to have me sitting up faster than usual. Thalia's already rummaging through her closet, humming some tune that's probably ancient.
"How was your first night?" she asks without turning, pulling out something in green and earthy colors that I assume she plans to wear.
"Strange dreams," I admit, pushing the hair from my eyes. "Mostly about Kieran."
She laughs, a clear, bell-like sound. "Still can't believe you're his mate. You are gonna make a lot of females jealous."
"Neither can I." I swing my legs over the bed, feeling a mix of discomfort and disbelief. "It's... uncomfortable. Also I do not want to make anyone jealous."
Thalia nods, finally facing me.
