Julianne POV
The fire crackled softly in the corner of the surroundings where I was, casting long shadows against the stone walls. The scent of herbs and candles filled the air, giving the space a calm, almost mystical atmosphere. I sat across from Laura, my mind still racing from everything that had happened over the past few days, the information she had given me, and the realization that had bitten me hard m. My training had been going well, but there was always something new to learn, something deeper to unde, and I had not pushed it; I was going to wait for the time when I felt her need to communicate, communicate,e which is now.
I knew how hard it must have been to be in pains and the fact ajt I am thinking it was caused by someone close to her is unbearable.
"I know I should not
