AimeeLynn
You write this better than anyone anywhere - this beautiful earth-shattering mate bond that is THE most beautiful thing in the universe, honestly - and I wish there was a gif to show what you write and what I see behind my eyes and feel in my soul, but no picture can capture it. Ugh, so so good. I’m overjoyed for them (and for us to get to tag along with them!).
So, after being so moved by such a beautiful description of pure love I got to think (over think? nasty habit of mine). Once Elreth and Aaryn consumate their mating, because of their Mating Bond, their scents will intertwine and all of Anima will *know*. The effect that will have for traditions and politics will be ao very interesting. Will the forming of their bond before the Flames and Smoke Ceremony have any implications? I can’t wait to read how this will pan out.