[Avira]
I dragged myself off the floor after a few minutes of panting and feeling sorry for myself, and headed for the kitchen. Each step I took sent a stabbing pain to my brain, and in turn made me wince in pain. The herb water wasn't going to fetch itself or serve itself to the Beta, and if the Beta waits for another minute without getting it, I might just be due for another round of merciless whipping. It was not an empty threat, he has done worse before, and could do even worse now.
I met the Beta in his bedroom this time, totally quiet, and staring into space as though he was lost in thoughts. Of course I was extra cautious by announcing my presence right from the door so as not to "startle" him again. He looked at me closely for a brief moment as I handed him the herb water. For a
