As the sky darkened and the stars shimmered, a magnificent silver pegasus with golden wings descended gracefully onto a meadow atop a hill. The pegasus's rider, a young woman of about 20 years old named Ivyina, wore a forest-green cloak that flowed elegantly as she hopped off the creature. Whispering something softly into the pegasus's ear, Ivyina patted its side. The pegasus whinnied gently, nudged her affectionately, and then took off, disappearing into the deepening night sky. Ivyina gazed after it for a few moments before heading briskly down the hill toward a small, cozy cottage nestled at the edge of the forest. As she reached the door, she knocked firmly, and moments later, it creaked open, revealing a teenage girl. It was Ashley, her best friend's younger sister, looking to be around 14. Recognizing Ivyina, Ashley's face lit up with excitement. 
"Ivyina!" she exclaimed, her eyes gleaming in the dusky light. "Hello, Ashley," Ivyina greeted warmly as she stepped inside. "Coralia, Ivyina's here!" Ashley called out excitedly. 
There was a sudden clatter from the kitchen, followed by a joyful cry, "Wait, what? 
 
A young woman, also around 20 years old, dashed out from the kitchen. Her face lit up with delight when she saw Ivyina standing at the door. 
"Ivyina!" Coralia gasped, rushing over to embrace her friend. "It's been so long!" 
 
"I know!" Ivyina replied, returning the hug. She removed her cloak and tossed it onto a nearby chair, letting her wavy black hair tumble down her shoulders. 
Both sisters had strikingly similar features—brownish-blonde hair and blue-gray eyes. But while Ashley's were a softer grayish-blue color, Coralia's eyes were a piercing teal. In contrast, Ivyina had dark amber eyes and black hair. 
They settled down by the crackling fire in the cozy living room. Ivyina stretched out on the sofa, feeling the warmth from the flames. 
"What are you doing here?" Ashley asked, her curiosity aroused. 
 
Ivyina smiled but said, "I'll explain soon enough. But first, how have you two been? I haven't seen you since... Was it Ashley's 12th birthday?" 
"Yes, that's right," Coralia replied, handing Ivyina a mug of hot chocolate. "Ashley's birthday was last week. She's 14 now."