Ten minutes later the two of them stood in front of the large white door of the palace.

"It's more beautiful than I remembered." Haze said.

'The enchantment of this place always is," She informed her travel companion and knocked on the castle door.

A few minutes later a well built dark haired male opened the door. 

"Empress, come in, this must be Haze." He greeted both of them with a soft tone.

"Yes, hello." The fairy replied.

"I'm Lily's mate, Collin. Do come in," He said, stepping to the side. 

   Once they entered the castle, he led them to the dining area, when the Queen had been waiting. As they entered the room, Lily stood up to greet them.

"I'm so glad you made it here." She said.

"Anything for you," The empress replied.

"Please sit." The queen invited them.

"Thank you, what do we need to do for the party?' Haze asked her.

"Nothing, I invited you early so we could have a few nights before the party, just the three of us." She explained.

"I'd like that, thanks for letting me return." Haze told her.

"Always. I have a fresh pot of brew ready," The queen told them.

Both of them nodded yes.