A Light In The Darkness

Chapter 16

Everyone was ready. We were waiting on Rhysand and Feyre only. Amren had explained to me what I had to do. She mentioned how I may loose my cool but never submit to their snide remarks. The meeting would take place at the the Dawn Court. I would know who was who as in the highlord's were pretty noticeable.

Nesta had explained to me the history of Tamiln and I don't know how I'm going to manage to sit in the same room as him without spitting in his face.She explained that Beron highlord of the Autumn court and his oldest son Eris would attack me in every way they can especially after sensing my powers.

She said I wouldn't have to worry about the others they were manageable but I should expect questionable looks and personal questions that they were only trying to know me. This was a lot more than I had expected.

Feyre and Rhysand finally descended the stairs. They truly looked liked highlord and highlady. Feyre had a crown on her head it blended perfectly with her dress. Her and Rhysand looked like a true power couple.

"Ready" Rhysand said his voice rough clearly he wasn't thrilled to be going.

"Great let's get going" He said. 

Feyre walked in front of me "They will try to tear you down and strip you of your dignity but never forget who you are the power you have and what lies in here" she pointed to my heart. "Be proud of your power and not for the sake of fear for the sake of strength."

I had no idea what to say. Instead I nodded letting her know that I understood and devoured every word she said. She patted my shoulder and returned to Rhysands side. 

As I watched each of them winnow away. I realized I was scared terrified actually. I turned to Azriel finding him right behind me. He assessed me and he realized what had just gone through my mind. 

"I'm scared I want to do this but i'm terrified of whats to come" I said 

"Don't be...we'll be there" He said "I'll be there." 

"Ready" He said

I took a deep breath smiled and said  "Always".

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The Dawn court was tremendous I mean I had never seen anything like it. Red roofed houses laid in cookie cutter order all over the tiny villages. The view from the Terrace was beautiful. The Gold and Red sunset was mesmerizing it could suck you in and time could pass like nothing. We entered a large hall with high ceilings the pillars painted red and gold. It was grand. 

I received odd looks from the servants walking by. Understandable who was I they were probably wondering. We were seated on a Balcony that seemed to be inside yet outside as well. With a cloth as the roof it went under and over in orderly fashion all throughouts the rooms ceiling. There were cushions on the floor. A round table in the middle. I sat close by Nesta. Azriel still by my side. Feyre had placed herself next to Rhysand and Amren was behind me. 

A man walked in I immediately knew who he was Thesan. He was insanely enchanted it's as if the sun bloomed from him. He glowed so bright the room lit up. 

"Rhysand" 

"Thesan" 

They shook hands nodding to each other.

"I recieved news, the others are on their way" His voice was soft angelic but crisp and clear. He scanned the room acknowledging Feyre. His eyes landed on me. He obviously didn't recognize me. However he remained silent. I let out a breath after he turned away but I hadn't missed how he kept looking back. He continued to speak with Rhysand.