[center][h1]The Next Night[/h1][/center]

Octavia wore a [url=http://41.media.tumblr.com/73c7751eaed30085a324aa3e6986809b/tumblr_nwg4d7keJA1r4038po1_1280.jpg]regal gown that was embroidered by the finest of gold jewelry[/url] and her [url=http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-thing?.out=jpg&size=l&tid=55957942]crown upon her head[/url], her hair was curled and worn up in a bun with only a few small,  loose strands dangling next to her ears, she wore very little makeup, and her wings were neatly folded as she entered the ballroom in Linore, guided by her father's arm. An orchestral music echoed throughout the the halls and the room was loud with chatter between both sides as they intermingled with one another, while the dancefloor was alive with couples waltzing the evening away. Tonight was a night of peace between the two worlds, and perhaps, a first step to ending the war. Both kingdoms had been invited to a ball as a show of good will and a chance for both sides to socialize. As such, it would only be right for both Kings and their heirs to attend to prove that this event was no laughing matter.

The king of light and Octavia, guided by her father's arm, entered the room, watching as the festivities were in full swing.

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The king of darkness, meanwhile, stood directly of the door ballroom with Asher with a stern expression. [color=92278f]"Tonight is a very important night, I'm sure I don't have to remind you of that. Remember, tonight is a matter of peace and a break from the battlefield, so try to relax and enjoy yourself, so try to not cause a commotion. Feel free to speak and do as you wish. However, keep your guard up. We may be in a Neutral Zone, but that won't stop others from trying to potentially sabotage the event, so be careful."[/color] With that said, they too entered the ballroom.

Upon entering, the two were greeted by the king of light. For a few moments, there was silence and tension between the two Kings, but that quickly subsided with laughter from the king of light. The brothers embraced and patted each other firmly on the back. [color=fff200]"Brother! It's good to see you! How long has it been? 1000 years?"[/color]

[color=92278f]"Indeed. Time does fly when you have been at war, doesn't it brother? "[/color] The king of darkness' expression softened to a slight smile.

[color=fff200]" Indeed it does. Brother I'd like for you to meet my beloved daughter, Octavia, and the future Queen of light!"[/color] He said proudly as he presented his daughter, smiling with great pride.

[color=92278f]"Ah, yes, your daughter. Good evening, young princess. You are looking quite lovely this evening. I am pleased to make your acquaintance."[/color]

Octavia curtsied shyly, yet with grace and elegance. [color=ed1c24]" Thank you, my lord. The pleasure is all mine."[/color] She smiled warmly and gently as she briefly made eye contact with Asher, then took a step back next to her father. All the while, however, she gave off an aura of power and authority that demanded unwavering respect, admiration, and obedience, the aura of a queen; a goddess in mortal flesh.

[color=92278f]"This is my son and the future king of darkness, Asher, the pride and joy of the kingdom of darkness, as well as my own. "[/color] The king replied proudly as he presented his son with the same pride as the king of light.