Lia was having second thoughts.She began retreating slowly until her body slammed into someone. She turned only to see Cassie blocking her only view of escape. She placed a hand on her shoulder and rubbed it gently as if seeing through her thoughts . Their eyes met as they communicated telepathically, though no words was said but Cassie's assuring look comforted and strengthened her.
She inhaled deeply and finally took a bold step forward. The initiator was already done with her mother whom was standing behind her urging Lia with her eyes to be bold.
"Do you wish to be protected? " The initiator asked as soon as she stepped into a marked circle with a triangle in the middle enclosing the both of them.
Protected from what? She sassed mentally
"Make a choice or forever hold your peace." The initiator continued and it took every will in Lia not to laugh right now.
oh, they were saying wedding vows now .