Ava
Today is mine and Triton’s first ceremony – the Bonding of the Tides. I’m really nervous. I am because I’m scared the people of Atlantis won’t like me. I know that’s irrational, but it could happen.
I don’t have a good reputation with people. I barely had friends growing up, and I was always the outsider. I don’t want to be an outsider here. I’m Triton’s mate, but that doesn’t mean anyone will like me.
‘You worry too much.’ Amarni mumbles.
‘It’s okay to be nervous, Ava.’ Amelia tells me. ‘But do not worry about what others will think of you. You have a good heart, and the Merfolk of Atlantis will see that.’
‘I hope so.’
“Ava, darling,” I cut off my Lycan and Dragon when Amphitrite walks into the dressing room off my chambers. “I have brought your dress.” She smiles wide while w
