She could feel something moving against her head, light and feathery. Báine leaned into the gentle ministrations. “Oh you’re awake?” an unfamiliar voice called. That's when Báine realized the world was dark. Báine tried to open her eyes but they wouldn't listen. “Take it easy”, the voice guided her, “nice and slow.” Much slower this time she lifted the heavy lids. Light began to consume the darkness and a painful zing struck Báine's temple. She sucked in a breath, nostrils flared. Báine squinted as her eyes adjusted, the blur of colours began to take shape. A woman smiled at her kindly.
“Who?” Báine stuttered as she tried to sit up. She yelped her shoulder feeling as though it was on fire.
“Don’t move too much”, the elder maintained her gentle smile as she help Báine to lay again. “You
