The weakened bond left Nora stumbling through every day like she walked on broken glass.
She sat alone in the side room, trying to steady her hands. Power flickered inside her at random times. The twins felt far away even when they stood close.
Blake entered first, eyes full of hurt. "Nora, this distance is killing me. I know you tested the vial, but I am determined to win you back. Feel me again."
"It is not that simple," she replied. "The consequences keep hitting me. My head spins and my powers act wild."
Drew walked in right behind. "We both hurt bad from this. But I will fight for you every step. Tell us how to fix it."
"I wish I knew," Nora said. "The emptiness will not leave me alone."
The children found her later in the garden. They looked worried.
"Mom, why do you look so s
