Chapter 78

Avery's pov

I sat in front of a mirror and I stared at my reflection. My long white hair was perfectly combed and it cascaded down my back like a waterfall, I sometimes found myself marvelling at how lustrous it was.

I wore a long red gown and a pair of gold-coloured shoes. I wore a necklace, a bracelet and a ring all with the same design; a golden frame with pieces of rubies. It was a gift from my mother.

I smiled as I touched the necklace, I looked beautiful. I used no makeup and the red of my dress and jewelry perfectly complimented my eyes. I had wanted to wear a black dress instead but my mother was firmly against it. She said it made me seem a bit malevolent and that will make it hard for me to find a mate.

I was surprised at how she knew I was going to use this coronation ball as a means to find a mate. I looked away from the mirror towards the window and I sighed. I was especially restless tonight for some reason.

I stood up and walked out of the room but I didn't head for the