VELICIA POV
“I've been having trouble sleeping lately too,” Carl said, as he stretched forth his hand to collect the tea.
However, Cole shifted his hand, letting Carl's hand grab at empty air.
I shot a look at him, in a way to tell him to behave. I then cleared my throat, gesturing towards Carl's outstretched hand.
Cole noticed my gaze and sighed wearily, before grudgingly letting Carl take from it.
I remembered when Dad used to take it too, relying on its calming effects. I had always wondered what it tasted like.
“Can I take a sip too?” I asked, as I held my hand out. Carl passed the drink to me.
I took a big gulp from it and scrunched my face at the strange, bitter taste.
"Yuck!" I exclaimed, quickly pushing the cup back toward Cole.
My dislike must have been obvious as I stuc
