"Excuse me, miss," were the first words out of her mouth. The only thing that distracted me from mindlessness. "What?" I sarcastically replied. Honestly I'm too tired for any of this, but mother insisted. Personally, I would much rather be sleeping under starlight. Once again, the maid pulled me from my train of thought: "Raven, Ms.Nyx sent me as a reminder to hurry and pack your items. She estimated a couple of months should do." With that, she bowed her head and left. They never stay, nor even look me in the eyes. 'Did she say months?? To the moon, what could take that long? Whatever it is, it better be worth it.'

Gliding down the ever-long staircase, I noticed my mother talking to some strange man. It's not too out of the blue for her, but still, it's a bit weird. Finishing the last step, I announced, "Hello, mother. You requested me and a few months worth of stuff?" Blinded by her beaming smile, I couldn't help but wonder how even a goddess can have such an alluring look. Jokingly, she responded, "Ah, hello, Raven! I was wondering if I would have to send another messenger up to you." Which was an answer in itself. Noticing that the silence had been slightly too loud, I just switched topics. "Who's the dude beside you?" By how she straightened, I regretted it. "I've decided to send you to the mortal place Ashire" If looks could kill, ten men would've died within my gaze. How could she send me there?? ME? The daughter of Nyx? Even if I were a bastard born half god! In what right sense should I go with all of those cretin- "You will go, Raven; that decision is final. I am, however, going to give you the option to choose if you would prefer to keep your regalness or be a feisty thing and have to be forced. It is completely up to you, little star." What kind of mad woman is she? Of course i'm going to keep my composure. "For what reason are you sending me away?" It was the only thing I could say. Unnervingly quick mother responded, "I want you to go. To see the beauty and disgrace of a place like that. Plus, I think you would be good for them." Good?? How could I be good? It's a dishonor to even speak of it. Before I knew it, I was begging not to be sent there. To no avail; it wasn't of any use. Nyx, my mother, eventually explained how the man, who I learned is named Tel, will be taking me there. She even said that he'll be watching over me just in case.

Waking up was a headache. It must've been a terrible dream last night. Mother wouldn't do th- "WHERE ARE ALL MY CLOTHES?" Not being able to keep in the scream. No! No! No! So I really am being sent to Ashire today? I need to go back to sleep. Before I could, hovering right above my pillow, a knock on my door rang in my ears. "Open" I whisper shouted. "Good morning Raven, after your bath Ms.Nyx requested you be down with all of your belongings." Of course she did. "Do you need any assistance with anything?" she continued. Silently panicking, the only thing I could think of was to say, "No, thank you Helga. Please let mother know I shall be down in roughly 30 minutes." Almost as if Helga were blushing, she hurriedly left my room and shut the door. Finally, I climbed out of bed and into the shower.

The calming, warm water felt relaxing. As much as it could at least. I hurried up and put the clothes that were laid out on my bed on. Nothing too extraordinary like there usually is, but it could be worse I guess. A simple pair of leggings and a long-sleeve shirt. 

Deciding to skip breakfast, I went directly to Tel. Who was sitting down beside my... well we'll go with Nyx. "Good morning Tel. What time are we planning to leave?" Simply ignoring Mother. Even though I could feel her eyes burning into me, Tel responded, "In ten minutes, ma'am." Nodding my head, I left the room and continued outside. Taking in the magnificent spider lilies sitting in the front yard, I couldn't help but smile. Even with me going to that hell hole. How could someone not be content in the presence of spider lilies? I heard the main doors open from behind. Slowly turning, I was met with Tel and my mother. She truly did look beautiful today. Nothing like one should be when sending their only daughter to a place full of death. Still, I couldn't help but say goodbye to her. "I'll miss you, mother." I feel full of hate. My sight must've been playing tricks, for I swore there was a tear in her eye. "Goodbye, little star. This will all make sense soon, I promise. Fairwell, for now" She seemed so genuine. How dare she? Lie like that, to me? Trying not to think to much, I grabbed Tel's hand. With that, we were off with a flash.