His happiness washed over her like a wave, and she actually let out a small sound of approval when he let her hair fall, touching her shoulders. She breathed deeply, lavishing the warm feeling of freedom she felt. It was new and shiny, positively extravagant. Just like the precious necklace she wore. "Thank you," she said, a hint of something dark and joyous simultaneously shining in her eyes as she turned to face him. She wrapped her arms over his shoulders, embracing him and kissing his cheek. "I'm so glad you came to me."
She glanced to the side, the sight of something brilliant catching the light in the corner of her eye. It was the reflection of the mirror, the light shining into the room and bouncing off the red crystal she wore. With Julian there in her arms, she couldn't help but see their resemblance. Just like family.