A gentle chime rang out from a silver bell. Everyone at the Feast turned their attention to the officiant from the Argent Braid Fellowship, who stepped forward while holding the instrument.
"Honored guests, as the night embraces our festivities… we welcome the Starbloom ritual. Would our newlyweds please approach their gift table?"
Elua stood up gracefully while tugging Qatrand to her feet. She was excited to examine this piece of regional culture firsthand. Or at least, the sigils for it! The bride's eyes darted from face to face, cataloging reactions to their movement.
Her two parents beamed with pride, while the Yecine elders watched with carefully neutral expressions. Even Anper seemed calm and aloof as they neared the ritual location. The center of the gift table housed the Unity Crystal-
'Fancy name given to a rather simple device meant to be the focal point of transferring essence!'
