“Of course I can.” I opened my arms. “Is it okay if I bring him upstairs?”
She nodded. “Of course.”
Corzone stared at me for a minute. “He is my only pup. My life.”
I nodded. “I know, and I would never do anything that would hurt him. I swear it on the goddess.” He stared at me for a minute longer, then handed me the little boy.
I pretended to struggle to the stairs. I turned back to Alannah and Shelly. “If anyone else comes while I am upstairs, let them in. I’ll try to be fast.” They nodded.
“Of course.” Shelly gave me a knowing look. “Take your time.” Then I went up the stairs and started the first of many healings.
It was late by the time everyone had left. I took my food in small bites, in between children, but everyone was topped up before I sent everyone home to sleep. The c
