Athenais: Gently cradling a midnight blue flower This, dear, blooms once every century.
I'm the messenger she will not have long. As she said. Every century. A beautiful rare flower.
Athenais: Whispers But what it lacks in longevity, it makes up for in beauty. Look at its delicate petals, like the wings of a night butterfly.
I deliver the message to her as she looks up "oh yes, I see it." she says.
Athenais: Tucks a strand of hair behind her ear It reminds me of the night we first met, under the moonlit sky.
I deliver the message "ah, the story of your marriage. Yes, you two really did meet on the night of a blood moon."
Athenais: Playfully twirls a strand of hair around her finger And do you remember, my love, how we danced under the stars?
I nod and smile "of course, you told me that time and time again."
Athenais: Whispers But do you recall the whisper of the wind that night?
I lean in "it was you, wasn't it? You spoke to me that night, didn't you?"
Athenais: Smiles mischievously Oh, my love, you always knew how to read my mind. Yes, it was me. I couldn't resist the pull of your soul.
I look at her "and there was a prophecy, wasn't there? That our union would bring great change."
Athenais: Raises an eyebrow Ah, yes. The prophecy. It spoke of a union that would shake the very foundations of the world.
I put my hands behind my back "well, your efforts were not in vain, my love. We've changed the world before, during, and after our marriage."
Athenais: Laughs softly Indeed, my dear. Our love has left an indelible mark on the fabric of time.
I look up and around "but I wonder, Athenais, where have all the others gone? The ones who were here before us?"
Athenais: Sighs and looks into the distance Ah, my love, the paths of those who came before us are lost in the mists of time.
I look at her "do you miss them?"
Athenais: Places a hand on Liam's cheek Miss them? My dear, their absence only serves to remind me of the fleeting nature of existence.
I gently caress her hand "and yet, you remain. A constant in an ever-changing world."
Athenais: Smiles warmly Thank you, my love. Your words mean the world to me. But let us not dwell on the past.
I nod and smile "no, let's celebrate it instead."
Athenais: Raises her glass To the past, present, and future. May they always intertwine in perfect harmony.
I raise my glass with hers "to perfect harmony!"
Athenais: Gracefully stands up And to the dance that awaits us. Takes Liam's hand and leads him towards the dance floor
I stand up and follow her "lead the way, my love."
Athenais: Twirls gracefully on the dance floor, guiding Liam with her movements Close your eyes, my love, and let the music guide your soul.
I close my eyes and follow her lead "I trust you, Athenais."
Athenais: Whispers in Liam's ear Feel the rhythm of the music, my love. Let it synchronize with the beat of your heart.
I smile and continue dancing "I feel it, Athenais. It's as if our souls are becoming one."
As Athenais and Liam continue to dance, their bodies moving in perfect harmony, a sudden surge of energy envelops them both. They become surrounded by a radiant glow, and their movements become almost ethereal, as if they are dancing on an otherworldly plane.
I stop suddenly, looking at her with wide eyes "Athenais... what is happening?"
Athenais: Smiling mysteriously Do not be afraid, my love. This is a manifestation of our love, a divine union of body, soul, and spirit.
I look around, bewildered "a divine union? But why now, Athenais?"
Athenais: Gently takes Liam's hands My love, sometimes such unions are bestowed upon those who have shown great devotion and dedication.