Commissioned Mira in School Uniform
CASSIE:
Okay. Before Mira does… whatever she’s about to do—
SYLVIE:
Hi. Hello. This is Sylvie L. Ashwood, the author.
And yes, you are looking at commissioned art.
MIRA (popping into frame immediately):
HI.
IT’S ME.
I’M REAL.
I HAVE A FACE NOW.
CASSIE:
You always had a face.
MIRA:
YES BUT NOW IT’S ILLUSTRATED.
gestures at the image dramatically
Look at this. Look at her.
School uniform. Human form. Zero fire.
Frankly, I think the artist showed remarkable restraint.
CASSIE:
She’s already doing this.
MIRA:
I APPROVED IT.
Just so we’re clear.
Even if Josephine Hampton absolutely downplayed how devastatingly hot I am in real life.
CASSIE:
Mira.
MIRA:
I said downplayed, not ruined.
It’s beautiful. I love it. I am being gracious.
turns back to the audience
This incredible art was commissioned by Sylvie and created by Josephine Hampton, who deserves praise, offerings, and your immediate attention.
Go follow her on Instagram: @josephines_arts.
Do it. I’m watching.
CASSIE:
Please don’t threaten the readers.
MIRA:
I would never.
…Okay I might, but gently.
CASSIE (sighing, then continuing):
Josephine did an amazing job capturing Mira in her human form, Ravenrest uniform, high-school era, all attitude intact.
And yes, this is just the beginning.
MIRA:
OH YES.
More art is coming.
counts on fingers
My Fae form.
Cassie.
Naomi.
Kess.
Rori.
CASSIE:
And eventually more, once Sylvie’s budget recovers from commissioning a literal menace.
MIRA:
Worth it.
leans in, suddenly sincere
Truly though thank you for being here.
Thank you for loving us enough to want to see us like this.
It means more than I know how to say without getting weird.
CASSIE (soft, warm):
We’re really glad you’re here.
More art soon. More chaos soon.
And genuinely huge thanks again to @josephines_arts for bringing us to life.
MIRA:
OKAY.
THAT’S ALL.
GO FOLLOW THE ARTIST.
MORE IS COMING.
I LOVE YOU.
BYE!
CASSIE:
She’s done.
MIRA (yelling as she’s dragged off):
I’M NEVER DONE.