Song: Reflection, Mulan Soundtrack
Focal Character(s): Raine
Raine gave the mirror a passing glance on her way out the door. On second thought, she paused, habitually adjusting her hair to make sure it covered her not-quite-human-not-quite-elven ears. She didn't try to pass for a human, but she'd take anything that would help deter people from giving her an extra glance as they passed on the street.
She just wished people would see her based on who she was, not what blood flowed through her veins or what shape her ears were or weren't. It was a childish wish, in a way – she could hardly hope to end discrimination so wholly, let alone overnight. But someday, humans, elves, and those caught in between, like her brother and herself, would live together in harmony. Maybe. Someday.
But for now, she gave the mirror one last glance, touched her hair again for good measure, and quietly walked out the door.