We stared at each other's scars. I was personally surprised that mine had stayed - with the appearance change and all. But hey, I'm still new to this, remember?
God. That sunlight burns.
I pulled down my sleeve, feeling self connivance. Luna did the same, muttering what I guessed were swear words under her breath. I quickly ran back to the dorm to get money. £100. We didn't talk until we got to the bus stop.
It felt amazing to be outside again. The wind bringing the smell of the forest from behind, but to be around new people. Actual people.
I tugged my sleeves down, so they covered my hands. My mother had said that did I did that when I was nervous. I guess she was right.
"Luna," I said quietly once we were seated. "How did it happen to you?"
She sighed an unhappy sigh, with tears i
