----Stella POV----
“Scar, only our subconscious went back. I think you need to get all your memories back—along with all the feelings tied to them. That’s why the spell took both of us,” I said, voice strained under the pressure building in my head.
“Baby, are you okay? Are you in pain? Should I call the doctor?” Kyle interrupted, worry etched into every line of his face as I swayed under the immense mental weight. It felt like someone was pushing into my mind, forcing their way through.
“Nooo…” I groaned, holding my head with both hands, pressing on either side in an attempt to relieve the pressure. That’s when I heard her— a voice, clear and unmistakable, inside my head.
“Hi there, Stella; sorry for the pain—I’ve been trying to reach you for a while but couldn’t seem to connect.”
“W
