Into the Lion's Den

PIPER’S POV

By the time the sun dipped fully beneath the horizon, my nerves were a mess.

I stood in front of the mirror for the fifth time, smoothing my hands over the soft blue fabric Kellan had chosen for me, barely recognizing the woman staring back.

The dress fit perfectly, hugging my waist, falling gently over my hips. My makeup was simple, soft shimmer on my eyes, a natural gloss on my lips