Howl of Destiny: Alpha Lira's Legend novel Chapter 80

Chapter 80 Dress Fitting

Chapter 80 Dress Fitting

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Ava glanced at the time glowing on her Holoband. “That’s everything I wanted to say. Drive safe on the way back. Be careful.”

Ethan leaned in slightly, smiling down at her. “When you go try on the dress, want me to go together?”

Ava met his gaze and answered softly, “Okay.”

With a slight flick of his wrist, a camellia appeared in his palm. The petals were white, with a faint blush of pink, and were entirely in bloom. He tucked it behind her ear. “Looks good. You really do outshine the flower.”

Ava froze fo first impre smiling

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econd. She honestly had not expected something like that from Ethan. Her of him had been someone steady and composed. Calm, always polite, always

ing like Keith at all.

d to the camellia by her ear. “If you like watching races, I’ll take you

don’t go with Asher. Back when I was racing, he was still a snot–nosed kid.”

er head. She did not actually like the sport. “I’ll pass. I’m not into racing. I just g with Asher this time.”

e’ll head out,” Keith said, reminding her gently. “It’s cold. Go back inside.”

tayed where she was. “I’ll wait until you’re all in the car. I’m not cold.”

nly after they left did Ava turn around. She took the camellia from her hair and held it in er hand, lifting it closer to her nose. The scent was clean and fresh, with the faintest hint of fruit. She had no idea when Ethan had gone to pick it.

In the Morrens‘ garden, several camellia trees were in full bloom. This variety, called Snowbell Camellia, was Jonathan’s favorite. Camellias in this era bloomed larger, with richer layers and a wider range of colors.

Ava placed the flower back into the garden. She had not picked it herself, and she had no intention of getting scolded for it.

Her conversation with them today had been deliberate. Before they even truly knew each other, they had been forced into a match and beame spouses overnight. Since she could not escape it, she wanted to gain something from the relationship

She had not said it outright, but they clearly understood. She was trading promises and the

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idea of future children in return for space and protection. Until she was fully grown into herself, she did not want to be entangled or calculated against. With their family backgrounds and personal abilities, these men would inevitably become valuable allies.

Standing in the garden, Ava looked out over the sea of fleers. She reached up and touched a blossom clingin o a branch, one that was already beginning to wilt. She tore the petals free in one motion and flicked her hand, sending them scattering into the air. There was a sharp resolve in her eyes. She would stay clear–headed She would stay focused. She would move forward toward her future without hesitation.

Ava s

e night without a single dream.

her eyes, she tapped open her Holoband and saw a voice message from me to bring you in to try on the half–finished dress. He also said he wants to a big name who specializes in silk gowns.”

ack the blanket and slipped on her shoes, replying as she walked. “That fast? we going?”

plied instantly. “You’re awake alre adjusting. One dress in the mo e to be safe.”

or one coming–of–age party,

“This is nothing. You are o coming–of–age party be minimum there. Stil

“A coming–of-

I thought

re going today. It’s just a fitting to see what

the afternoon, one at night. Let’s prepare

Did you not see the buzz about Tylissa’s Three looks in one day would have been the bare

e hassle so fine. Three will have to do.”

Ava’s lingering sleepiness vanished completely.

ast an evening thing. How does it turn into an all–day event?

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