Lucy held Celeste’s hand and held her breath anxiously. Lucy felt like everything in her was on edge and waiting anxiously for the word. She wasn’t sure what she would do if the council refused. 

“We will approve your request. You and Celeste will be allowed to maintain your relationship unhindered, provided that you comply with the council's requests without question.” 

Lucy looked nervously at Celeste. Celeste looked a bit uneasy but mostly ...