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Four Weeks Later
The Empress Luna, Melissa, sat regally on her throne-like chair, its golden feathers gleaming in the morning light. Today, she was dressed in her finest, an elegant sky-blue blouse adorned with intricate golden stripes, and a flowing skirt to match. Her hair had been meticulously styled and decorated with golden pins, each more elaborate than the last. Her makeup was flawless and bold, highlighting her radiant smile that seemed impossible to miss.
Everything about her appearance today was extra....her clothing, her smile, her excitement as she waited anxiously for the imperial healer, who had been summoned to take her pulse.
"What is taking so long?" Melissa asked sharply, her perfectly arched brows raised in impatience. Her right hand remained extended toward the healer, who hovered over her wrist nervously. "You should hurry. I simply cannot wait any longer."
