Crystal A slitter of happiness cut through me as the leader made his declaration. I chuckled as I watched Fiona's eyes widen, nearly popping out of their sockets. Now I knew that the leader would never take my words for granted. I was now certain that I still had a little influence over his decisions. Knowing this, I was determined to use it to get him on my side every time in order to get rid of this so-called Fiona who was making the hood a bit uncomfortable for me. I wouldn't want to share attention with her. I detested it so much that it gave me goosebumps any time the thought crossed my mind. Suddenly, I saw Fiona begin to gasp for breath. No one rushed forward to hold her. I stopped rubbing on the leader's shoulder's at once. Was she about to kick the bucket? A

