Chapter 49Crying, dizzy, delirious, I stumbled out of the Great Hall. Pushed out onto the terrace, breathless and soaked in sweat.
Night had fallen since I'd last been outside. How long had I been in that lab, anyway? I'd completely lost track of time.
Friendly Parapeople were out for their evening strolls or jogs, and every one of them waved and smiled when they passed me. Smiled with a wince, I should say; I could tell they were wondering why I looked like s**t. Like I'd just been through f*****g hell in a bucket.
I had to get away from them. Get away from everyone and everything and sort this out.
Sucking in a deep breath, I wiped away the latest tears and steadied myself as best I could. Then marched across the terrace like I had somewhere important to be. Waving and smilin
