Reunion with Khione

Soft footsteps echoed as a figure emerged, stepping through the veil of light. 

A white gown fluttered gently as she moved. 

The same kind of dress Khione always wore. 

I felt my breath hitch. 

I had spent a lifetime preparing for battle, steeling myself against all things. And yet, at this moment, standing here, watching her step into the world once more— 

I felt unprepared.

Her foot stepped forward, emerging from the glowing portal—graceful, poised, and clad in elegant white heels. The hem of her gown followed, flowing like a whisper of wind, concealing the delicate curves of her body. 

Then, I saw her skin. 

That same flawless, snow-white complexion, once unique to her alone—yet now, I shared it too. The moonlight touched her exposed shoulders, gliding down her slender neck and collarbone. Her long, silken white hair cascaded down her back, shining like freshly fallen snow. 

And then, her face.