In the many days that followed, the wonderful woman grew more formal (sitting in posed ways).
Giving more guidance on where I ought to sit and stand.
When I got those things right, she would often sparkle in way I could sense without looking.
So, I was not really aware of passing time. When the emperor called us to talk.
It all happened so quickly. His approval was the last step.
A juxtaposing marriage ceremony that made me happy. I was just not expecting it to just happen. Then and there.
It seemed like this place that was always active and noisy with sword sparring, was suddenly silent and still.
All eyes turned our way at longest of distances.
We were not touching hands as we returned to canvas tent.
As I followed her in, it was like I was stepping into a fog of sparkles.
The sensation of not confusing at all. She was embracing me. Holding me tenderly in her arms and with her 'angel aura' too.