Barely Breathing

'Her hair is still as fiery as the fire and so is her spirit. Her eyes, the same shade of moss green that tells a tale of bravery and brokenness combined. Like a rose defined by its beauty and thorns. And, so is her story.

She still looks the same. Nothing changed much just like her past that could never be altered. But as I looked at her, she has that glow that wasn't there before. I haven't seen her smile like that. Her eyes didn't usually shine - today's the brightest.

As I looked into the mirror, I see not a girl but a grown-up woman. I see not a weak rogue but a warrior with a strength incomparable. I see the scars of her soul but feel the pain no more.

I see the same Willow but in a different light. I smiled at my reflection.

I let down my wavy hair cascading below my waist. I am wearing a sleeveless halter neck dress in red that flows down just below my knees. It complements my hair and skin perfectly. In my head was a crown of flowers made by the twins.

I descended the stairs while humming my favorite song. And, into the forest where everyone was waiting for me.

It was night, the sky was lovely and serene even without the moon. Colorful lantern lights adorned the trees, serving as a guide unto the center of the forest. Petals of flowers laid on top of the snow-covered ground onto each step I thread. It was winter. Small snowflakes gently cascading, adding ambiance for this night.

Tonight will be the officiating ceremony of Xyrus and me as mates, and crowning me as the new Luna of Blood Moon pack.

I could hear a melody, singing and lights were getting brighter as I reached the meadow. Tash was waiting for me at the entrance of a beautiful arc with a curtain made of flowers and leaves.

"Willow, I am so happy for you." Tash hugged me and kissed me on the cheek. She handed me a bouquet.

"Wow, it's beautiful Tash." I chuckled. It was a bouquet of sunflowers.

"You are far more beautiful Willow." She smiled. "The alpha is waiting."

She parted the curtains of hanging flowers and leaves. And I stood in front of everyone. Elony was waving at me, beside her was Julian who gave me a salute.

wiping her eyes and nose with a napkin. The twins, Callie and

were there too. And so was everyone in

"There's a calm surrender

the rush of

the heat of a rolling

Can be turned away"

onto the pattern of flower petals that leads me to

"An enchanted moment

sees me

for this

to be with

the center looking handsome as ever, wearing an all-black suit. He has a warm smile that melts my heart. His eyes were on me. And I could have sworn he has tears

you feel

is where we

him at the mate hunt. Oh

for this

got

those moments when he saved me and kissed my cheek after

can you feel the love

laid

make kings