""Mark"" Arya stared at him, still caught by surprise. There was another familiar face on the couch in the living room. The tired, pale expression on his face made her wonder. He dropped his head into his palms and stayed silent. Arya made her way back up the stairs. Erik caught only a glimpse of her shadow.
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Arya rushed straight into the bathroom. Closing the door behind her. Her cheeks were burning, she was afraid to look in the mirror. Leaning against the tiles, she settled down. Suddenly, she found herself alone, despite being near everyone she had ever known and loved. She longed for someone to hold her close and reassure her she would be all right.
I have not asked for this power, she kept telling herself, staring at the cross in her hands. Quietly, someone knocked on the door. B
