*Saoirse*
As I tossed and turned in my old bed, I realized sleep was clearly not going to bless me that night. It had been a few days since I returned to Hunters Glen and last seen Rhys as we had had our awkward, cold farewell. I had been hopeful that he would reach out to me but lost hope after a while. He had to still be mad at me.
I rolled out of bed, snatching my staff and making my way out the door after donning my light training clothes. I spent hours each day learning to wield my magic. I found that it helped me calm down. It was a way for me to step away from my worldly problems and completely surrender to my inner self.
When I was training, there were no responsibilities, no quarreling with Rhys. It was just me, the staff, and the burning energy that flowed through my veins.
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