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Chapter 9 - Chapter 9:Invitation.

Where did that come from? Vera took the envelop from the bed and walked to the window to see if she could see anyone hiding or fleeing, as she had been in the room all afternoon and had no idea how the envelope had gotten to the bed.She was about to sit down and open it when it was snatched from her in an instant."Hey give it back," she pouted, looking at Yong as if he had taken her favorite doll. He crumpled the paper as he called for Shin and glared at him, staring directly into his eyes.Shin rushed out as soon as Yong looked away.Did you just communicate through your eyes? Teach me! When are you ever going to talk to me? He insist you attend since you made a promise and you have to bring the mortal along,shin broke the awkward silence that followed.she needs your protection shin said while smiling which annoyed yong the more. 

 When he flung the crumpled evelop against the wall, it lighted up and instantly turned to ashes. Vera's eyes almost popped out.Vera moved passed Yong to take a quick look outside after sensing a presence by the door once more, only to discover that no one was there.I have been sensing a presence outside the door,she moved behind him.Yong raised an eyebrow, peering past the doorway before turning back to face Vera.He gestured to the corner of the space where a box stood next to the mirror. "Five minutes,just five minutes",he left before vera could think of a question.It was a dress! Although she was still unsure of the necessity, she knew it was crucial and that she would never again want to witness his darker side.Never in her life had she seen a clothing so valuable. More was conveyed by the sparks in her eyes than by words. She stood In front of the mirror whirling around in the dress as its layers created a sense of light and movement.Its bodice was adorned with delicate floral applique's blooming gently across the gown adding an ethereal touch.Her attractiveness was enhanced by the high neckline of the gown, which was framed with shimmering lace,conjuring a soft morning breath and the peaceful grace of a divine creature. 

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Shin held out his hand to Vera, who had her head turned to look out the car window at her destination.She was excorted by shin and rui through a garden that lead to a huge gate.She turned to face the garden, which was covered in perfectly polished stones and appeared to have remained unspoiled by time. She wished she could go back and begin strolling through the rich emerald greens once more. She sprung to attention at the sound of the vast,towering door opening.She was almost alarmed by the large number of darians in the hallway, but she quickly composed herself when she spotted her two mortal excorts. She was puzzled as to why, after all these years, they had not faded away like she would in a matter of weeks.The sight of the individuals inside the hall caused Vera to abruptly realize why Shin and Rui were with her.Some started staring immediately the door was opened buh quickly turned back due to the other two humans excorting her. You never said this was a wedding party.She raised a brow at shin.You should not have been told and you should not be here, so stop talking before someone sniffs out your fear. Simply keep your distance from the others and the groom.Simply avoid him; do not talk to him, avoid making eye contact, and do not eat anything that he offers.Vera threw back her head and laughed heartily at Yong, the dead statue.Giving him a sick-look,shin could not help buh giggle.Come on stop being ridiculous and dance with me.Rui's eyes widened as Shin questioned with a sneer, "Are you not terrified of him?" Shin's eyes raced back and forth between the two as his thoughts was shocked.Was she not aware of the potential danger he posed on the garden back at the black crystal palace? How is she so free around him when even darian women cannot stare?Rui thought to himself.No,Yong said in almost a whisper while walking away.That's not nice of a gentleman,shin said while laughing at Yong when he spotted beads of sweat on his face for the first time."Seeking a partner to dance with"? He's just behind you.Vera cast a sidelong glance in the direction of the whisper. Feeling heavy breathing on her neck, Vera leaped backward.

Mei: There have been attempts to stir up trouble at wedding receptions before.

Phil:Did he just ask to dance with her? Do you not find it strange?

Mei: I have already overheard a few visitors comment on how inappropriate it is.

Phil: It will be the topic of conversation for days in the community.

Mei: Oh, that will undoubtedly be the topic of conversation for days, she remarked.

Yú grinned in response to the town gossips' remarks.There was one thing he could not take,gossiping!.She run to shin who was busy burrying himself in darian wine.She tried to drag him along by holding onto his arm, but he resisted. He was motionless."Move you big panda",she murmered.Shin entered combat mode upon seeing the groom, Prince Yú, who was the eldest son of the king. Amidst the music, Vera declared oit loud, "He is my dancing partner."Shin was looking around for yong when he spotted Rui but could not leave vera on her own.It was impossible to spot the royal family in attendance.Even though their finest men were not seen around them, the other members of the royal family had arrived earlier bit were not visible.As Yús eyes met Yong's on the grand staircase, a glare of disgust passed through him and pierced his very being. Except for Vera, everyone understood the history between these two back at the black crystal Palace.I will leave now, dear lady," he said, shaking his head.What are you doing,shin? rui slapped the back of shins head as he gestured for him to to take a look at vera who was looking drunk already.She just had one glass! As he prepared to take Vera somewhere no one would discover her till she was well, Shin pretended to be in tears.This is darian wine,you idiot,rui pulled him back.Put me down,you panda.Suddenly the room was lit up.Do you notice the blue light In front of me? They both were not able to see the same blue ball of light vera saw back at home,which was strange.so I alone can see you huh? what do you want ? The light started moving amidst the crowd.She followed without the men ,when they were not looking. It abruptly stopped within one of the chambers, and darkness descended quickly everywhere.