#Chapter 169: Bonding

Elara

I stepped into the candlelit ceremonial hall, my fingers trembling around the bouquet.

The hall had been transformed. Hundreds of candles lined the path in front of me, their golden light flickering against the stone walls. Ivory flowers—moonflowers and lilies—cascaded from every corner, their scent filling the air. All eyes turned to me.

And there, at the end of the aisle, stood Draken.

My