#hidewood wedding

[settlement-in-darkwood]

Anon: Come on, ask Zoe to dance. If you sit back someone else will do it. Otto, maybe.

It's not the first time Finn and Zoe have caught each other's eye. She smiles at him tenderly every time. He smiles back but he doesn't decide to approach her. And it feels strange to him.

He used to talk to her. But now something seems to be stopping him.

And then he notices how Otto is looking at Zoe. His hand involuntarily tightens on the glass. Your words give him determination, and he gets up from his seat and heads for Zoe before Otto can start doing the same.

Zoe looks a little surprised when he comes up to her, even though she seems like she's been waiting for this.

Finn smiles and holds out his hand to her. "Mind if I join you?"

Zoe smiles brightly and shakes her head, extending her hand in return. His fingers intertwine with hers, and her other hand hesitantly rests on his shoulder. Finn hesitates before putting his hand on her waist. Together they sway slowly to the tired sound of the lute.

[settlement-in-darkwood]

And the last tradition of this day.

Victoria stands in the center of the dining hall. Single women gather around her. Some are just out of tradition, but some with a hope in their hearts.

Victoria takes off her veil and looks at the women. She thinks for a while. And then she smiles and goes to her chosen one.

Carefully, she places the veil on Giovanna's head.

"I think it will be you."

@the-black-panther-giovanna

[settlement-in-darkwood]

The celebration continues with music and dancing. Some are sitting at the tables, drinking and enjoying the food, which has already cooled down a bit.

Finn is sitting at the table. Alone. Holding a glass filled with wine in his hand. He said he needed some space, but his gaze follows Zoe dancing with Eve.

Her movements are graceful, light and smooth, like a wave. Her face is lit up with a bright happy smile, and her cheeks are covered with a soft blush.