The Masquerade

I have reconciled myself to the quiet life, my days spent with Julian, my nights spent in study. I've been reading and learning from books that are kept in the back room of the library, that few others have access to. Occasionally Lucian and I catch up, though there has been little progress in the child factor. I've taken breeding wine, so hopefully soon.

We did all take a trip to Cos for the opening of Therise’s truffle shop, and I came home with a box of beautiful little candies, from which I find it hard to cease my sampling.


I met with Aestral and gave her the reading that I had promised her so long ago, and I’m happy to write that it was the most.. positive reading I have ever given. It made no sense to me, as many readings do not, until she explained. Love, I believe, is very close to her. Perhaps even more.


I have admitted to Lucian that I have become attached and he is concerned that I will be hurt, but that possibility lingers with any relationship. I have decided to stay, nonetheless, despite the fact that I realize my attachment will only grow from here. There are certain aspects of my emotions that I shall keep to myself, for as long as possible.


Let the masquerade begin.