“You have to remember, I thought myself to be human.” Taya's gaze became distant. “It was only as I spoke with the Wita that I realised,” she whispered, her voice losing what little power it possessed. “I needed to tell you, mainly because of the complications it causes.” Taya blinked away a few tears, steadying her breath for what she knew would follow.
“What complications?” Stacy cringed hearing her own solemn tone. News of a child should be a joyous occasion, yet the mood surrounding them was anything but elated.
“Because of the phase I'm entering my body's natural defences, and my magic, are moving to the child to protect it.” Taya paused for a moment, gathering herself before continuing. “It means the friction between Remedy and Sunrise is taking more of a toll.”
“How long do you c
