Ezmeralda POV: I pulled Natalie from the room leaving Devonna, Ash and Will to themselves. I didn’t want to scare my people with her. They’ll have to wait to see her. “How are you feeling?” I asked. “Nervous honestly, I didn’t know any of that had happened but I am thankful for it.” Natalie replied. “Your mom was incredibly brave. I remember in one of the books it had mentioned how she protected you in every aspect. She knew all the tricks to the elements.” I whispered. I honestly wish there was a way for her mom to come back even for just a bit to teach her what she needed to know. “That’s what Devonna said. She used her dying breath to ensure I would live. I just hope I make her proud, you know. Athena was a great mom to me don’t get me wrong but no one understands me or what I

