Chapter 67

Lucien nodded slowly. “I’ll get you something, don’t worry.” He reached into his bag and pulled out a package.

Talia frowned but took it, unwrapping it carefully. 

"What's this?"

"Open it, you'd find out"

Inside was a lot. More than she expected.

A long wig that felt like real hair, a deep emerald green ball gown, makeup, a mask that was decorated with jewels and other supplies like potions, and more Wolfsbane.

"Why all of this?" Talia looked up at him.

Lucien's expression was soft. "I heard about the masquerade ball."

"Okay, but-"

"For once, you should be yourself." His voice was gentle. "You should be Talia and...