When Niamh left her chambers, she discovered all the castle servants had lined the halls to see her. A soft, warm glow began growing in her chest as she smiled through her nerves, giving a slight wave as she passed.
Niamh was led through the halls and into a long covered walkway with open, arched windows. At the end of the walkway, elves from the nearby villages and towns had come to catch a glimpse of the future queen.
Niamh stepped out into the brilliant sunshine and paused. A path was laid out before her, both physical and in her heart. Captain Aengus appeared and nodded, motioning for Niamh to begin. Taking a deep breath, Niamh stepped forward.
Niamh's two handmaidens followed behind, and Captain Aengus remained close as they walked from the castle to the great temple at the far
