The feast was only two days away and the village was so excited. We had more deliveries each day. I was even able to practise some of my powers with everyone around. I was able to read some thoughts, I was able to plant other thoughts. I was starting to get better at changing people’s emotions and memories. The most fun was calling people to me. When I knew George was close, I would call him to me. I also practiced on Anisah and mother. Anisah loved it. She was relieved to be able to help me. I was happier than I had been in a while. I was excited about the feast, and I was excited about being pregnant and could not wait until I could tell people the news.
I woke the next day feeling hopeful for the future. George slowly stirred beside me and turned to hold me closer to him. I snuggled in
