The soft morning light bathed the private dining floor of the luxurious five-star hotel in Catadrid where Theo, Aurora, and Ayia were staying. The serene atmosphere of the room was a welco contrast to the electrifying energy of the concert the night before. As Theo and Aurora sat at the elegantly set table, the slls of freshly prepared food filled the air-a blend of spices, fresh bread, and savory dishes unique to Catadrid's rich culinary tradition.
Theo wasn't wearing his Moonlight mask. There was no need for it here, in the privacy of the reserved floor, where only the three of them would be eating. Aurora sat next to him, her long silver hair cascading down her back, her face relaxed and free of the stress that ca with her alter ego, Tsukuyomi. Across from them, Ayia was already pouring a fresh cup of coffee, her eyes sparkling with excitent as she looked forward to the day ahead.
The breakfast spread in front of them was a feast for the senses: Tortilla de Patatas, a traditional olet made with eggs and potatoes; Pan con Tomate, freshly toasted bread rubbed with ripe tomatoes and drizzled with olive oil; Churros served with rich, thick hot chocolate for dipping; and various cured ats, cheeses, and fresh fruits. Theo, having worked up quite the appetite after the exhausting concert, eagerly grabbed a piece of bread to start his al.
"Everything slls amazing," Aurora said as she picked up a small plate of churros, the sll of fried dough and sugar making her smile. "I didn't realize how hungry I was until just now."
Theo chuckled, biting into the Tortilla de Patatas with a satisfied hum. "Sa here. I'm glad we booked this floor-we can just relax and enjoy ourselves without worrying about anything."
Ayia took a sip of her coffee, nodding in agreent. "You both deserve a break after last night's performance. But we do have a lot to get through today, so we'll need to pace ourselves."
Theo glanced over at her, raising an eyebrow. "What's on the agenda?"
Ayia smiled, setting down her coffee cup. "Well, as you both know, tonight is the Sapphire Awards ceremony. We've already confird that Moonlight and Tsukuyomi will be attending, but we have a full day of preparation ahead before we get there."
Aurora, picking at so cheese on her plate, looked up curiously. "What's the schedule like? I thought we'd have so ti to relax after breakfast."
Ayia leaned back in her chair, her eyes gleaming with excitent as she explained. "After breakfast, the stylist team will be arriving with a selection of outfits for you both to try on. They'll bring several options, and you'll get to choose what you want to wear for the ceremony. Once you've picked your outfits, the team will do so last-minute adjustnts to make sure everything fits perfectly."
Theo nodded thoughtfully, taking a sip of fresh orange juice. "So, we'll spend the morning with the stylists?"
"Pretty much," Ayia confird. "They're going to be ticulous, so don't expect it to be a quick process. They want to make sure everything looks flawless."
Aurora sighed, though her smile suggested she wasn't too bothered by the idea. "I guess I should have expected that. It's the Sapphire Awards, after all."
Ayia chuckled. "Exactly. It's the biggest yearly event in the music industry, and since both of you will be walking the red carpet, we need to make sure you're dressed to impress. After the fitting, we'll have a bit of downti, but I've already arranged for hair and makeup to start early in the afternoon."
Theo leaned back in his chair, his plate almost empty, and stretched his arms. "It sounds like a long day ahead, but I'm excited. I've never been to an awards show before."
Ayia's eyes twinkled as she looked at him. "Trust , it's going to be an experience. The dia coverage alone will be huge. Both of you will have to get used to tens of photographers and journalists calling you as you walk the red carpet, plus you'll also have to get used to strong cara flashes as they'll take hundreds of pictures of you two."
Theo tried not to think too much about the pressure that ca with attending such a high- profile event. While he was proud of his accomplishnts, he always tried to stay grounded. But the reality was that his career had taken off in a way that he couldn't have anticipated, and now, attending the Sapphire Awards felt like another significant milestone.
Aurora seed to share his thoughts, as she glanced over at him and smiled. "It's crazy, right? Last year, I never thought that I would be walking the Sapphire's red carpet this year." Theo smiled back at her. "Yeah, it's surreal. But I'm glad we're doing it together."
Ayia cut in with a playful grin. "And don't forget-I'll be there too, making sure everything runs smoothly from behind the scenes."
The three of them laughed, enjoying the lightness of the mont as they continued eating their breakfast. The plates were gradually emptied as they sampled more of the local dishes, with Theo especially savoring the churros dipped in rich hot chocolate.
Despite the busy day ahead, this breakfast felt like a rare, peaceful reprieve from the whirlwind of the past few weeks. The concert had been an unforgettable success, but it had taken a toll on all of them, especially Theo. Sitting here now, in the quiet luxury of the hotel's private floor, he could finally let go of the stress and just enjoy the company of the two most important people in his life.
"Do you think Moonlight will win Best New Artist?" Aurora asked suddenly, her curiosity piqued as she took a sip of freshly brewed coffee.
Ayia didn't hesitate. "Without a doubt. You're up against so stiff competition, but I'm confident Moonlight has that category in the bag."
Theo smiled humbly. "I'm not getting my hopes up too much. Just being nominated is already a huge honor. After all, so of my oponents are even competing for Artist of the Year category. You two know how everyone calls the people whon win this category."
"Yeah," Aurora said, "Kings and Queens. I heard that to be even be nominated in this category, the artist has to have three diamond albums. It's a lifeti achievent to win in this category. But you're just starting, Theo, I'm sure that in a few years you'll be running to win this award."
"True," Ayia said, "but I've been following the buzz online. People are rooting for you. And the industry is definitely paying attention after last night's concert."
Aurora nodded, her eyes bright with excitent. "I've seen so of the articles. They're all talking about how you're the one to watch this year."
Theo shook his head with a soft chuckle. "It's still hard for to wrap my head around all of
it."
Ayia leaned forward, her expression turning serious but affectionate. "You've earned this, Theo. You've worked hard, and tonight is just another step in the journey. Whatever happens, you've already made a huge impact."
He appreciated her words more than he could express. Theo had always been soone who worked quietly, pouring his heart and soul into everything he did without seeking recognition. But now, as Moonlight, he had found himself in the spotlight, and it was monts like this-with Ayia and Aurora beside him-that kept him grounded.
As they finished the last bites of their breakfast, the mood remained light but filled with a quiet sense of anticipation. The day ahead was full of preparations, fittings, and interviews, but they all knew the main event was still to co. Tonight's Sapphire Awards would be a major milestone, and though none of them could predict what would happen, they were ready for whatever ca next.
Theo took one last sip of his coffee and stood up from the table, stretching his arms with a smile. "Alright," he said, his voice relaxed but determined. "Let's get ready for the day."
Aurora and Ayia exchanged a glance and smiled, following his lead as they stood and prepared to leave the dining area.
The concert had been an unforgettable triumph, but now, they had a new chapter ahead of them—one filled with the glitz and glamour of the Sapphire Awards and, perhaps, even more
surprises.
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