Emily

Pov.Asteria

As I finished clipping the necklace and earrings. I touched the sensitive spots in my neck as I felt the necklace's weight. This necklace was a crown jewel that matched perfectly with the earrings. In the middle of the necklace, there was a big orchid made of diamonds. On both sides after the orchid, big diamonds surrounded my neck like a snake. The earrings were simple diamonds that matched the ones surrounding my neck. After I finished examining myself I turned around to find Emily standing outside the closet, looking directly at me with nervous looks.

I raised my eyebrows in curiosity, "What?" I asked.

"I don't know what to choose," she replied to my short question.

I smiled and pulled her towards my closet. Opening the doors once again I marched in looking for the perfect dress. I wanted a dress that would match her personality, but her features as well. I stood in the middle of the closet and looked around scanning the place. The stand in the closet automatically spun with me. I stopped in my tracks and turned to look at her.

"I found it!"I exclaimed with excitement.

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I was standing behind her after much of her protests helping her with the final touches.

I stepped back and looked at her with sparkles in my eyes.

"Wow," I didn't have any more words. I could see her blushing.

Her hair was curled and up in a princess bun. While doing her bun I let some strings of her hair loose. I also put a crown of flowers on her. She looked like a princess. As for makeup I only accentuated her long lashes with mascara. I put on her a one pearl simple necklace with matching earrings in order to not outshine the dress.

The dress I chose for her accentuated her curves. It was purple and lavender a floor-length ball gown. The top was a corset that had off-the-shoulder tulle sleeves with a sweetheart neckline. In the waist of the gown, there were pearls and flowers that disappeared upward and downwards. The skirt was made of pure tulle in the colors lavender and purple. I didn't even need to tighten the corset that much, her waist was already perfect. On her feet, she wore purple platform heels with a strap around her ankle.

"You look perfect," I said with admiration in my voice, lowering my chin into her shoulder to make eye contact with her in the mirror.

"You may even find your mate tonight," I said, lifting my eyebrows, giving her a suggestive look. She shook her head in denial.

"What? You may even steal one of those spoiled princes' hearts." I finished lifting my head off her shoulder and strengthening my back. I looked towards the clock on my nightstand and It was 10 minutes until the ball started.

I turned my head her way so fast that I almost got whiplash.

"We are going to be late," I said frightened. Her eyes widened looking towards the clock as well.

We made eye contact and bolted towards the door. I was used to wearing this much weight and heels, but Emily wasn't. When she bolted towards the door she almost fell face forward. I easily caught her with my magic and straightened her up.

"Don't run," I warned her. "You don't know how to walk with heels, yet," I said, giving her a pointed look.

She nodded still surprised I caught her so easily.

"Ok, now, walk with me, slowly, but not too slow." I showed her how while walking toward the doors. I looked back at her and she copied my actions.

"Good, Now just lift your chin a little and show confidence," she nodded and raised her chin, I smiled proudly.

I nodded my head in approval as she gave me a crooked smile and I knocked on the doors of my chambers.

The big doors opened and I stepped in front of Emily. After I walked out of my chambers I waited for her to catch up with me. I grabbed her hand and gave a reassurance squeeze.

"Just a reminder," I said and paused " I know this is silly, but don't walk in front of me," I paused once again. " the rule says you always need to be one step behind of me." She gave me a soft smile.

"Don't worry, I know, plus I don't want to get screamed at by the Queen again." I almost laughed at her terrified face when she mentioned my mother. The thought of smiling disappeared as it appeared knowing that if she made another mistake this time there would be a punishment included.

I kept walking this time with her always a step behind me. When I reached the doors of the ballroom. I started scratching my left wrist. It was a bad habit of mine when I was nervous. Suddenly Emily grabbed my hand stopping my movements. I turned my head her way and she gave a nod with her eyes telling me it's going to be ok. I gave a nod back as a reply.

When she let my hand I looked go I realized my hands were shining. I quickly turned my powers off. I turned my head towards the man standing by the door nodding my head in order for him to open the doors. He nodded back. I could hear the announcement of my entrance from where I was standing.

I inhaled and exhaled quickly.

When the doors automatically opened the two guards inside instantly bowed to me then moved on to stand behind me and Emily. My face instantly morphed into a perfect smile, just like my mother's.

Everyone was staring at me in awe and admiration. When I was fully inside the balcony of the ballroom everyone bowed. I gave a nod in acknowledgment. I turned to my right and descended the stairs carefully. The guards and Emely followed. I walked with my back straight and head held high towards where my parents were sitting.

They were sitting at the royal table which was filled with spring flowers in order to honor the spring ball. Their chairs resembled thrones. I stood in front of them fully defenseless. I positioned my right hand on top of my heart and bowed until I was almost kneeling. Emely and the guards copied.

I kept my head down until they acknowledged my presence allowing me to rise.

I almost jumped when I heard them speak, "You may rise." I slowly lifted my head and myself with respect. I walked towards the left of where my parents were sitting. I saw a servant rapidly bringing a chair to the right of where I am to be seated. I stood behind my corresponding chair and Emily copied my actions with the new chair. Two male servants moved and pulled mines and Emily's chairs out. I stepped up and stood at the right of my seat.

I waited for the permission to be able to sit.

"Everyone may sit," my father's voice echoed around the big room and everyone followed his orders including myself. I had survived the entrance so far now I could only wait. I turned my head to look directly into my mother's eyes. I sucked a big breath in because, and oh goddess did she look furious.