“Do you think she is going to be back soon?” Wendy’s voice was soft as she squeezed my hand.
Toya started down at my body and raised her shoulder. “I don’t know.”
“It’s been so long.” It felt like days had passed since I left my body and started down the black chain leading to Amara.
Toya smiled. “It’s barely been an hour.”
The truth hit my stomach. An hour. How was that possible? So much had happened in the short time. I stared at the lost soul, listen to her manic laughter as she faded. And my stomach dropped again.
I cracked open my eyes to find the two women still clutching my hands. “Amy!” Wendy screamed and dove into my arms. “You’re back.”
I smiled and nodded. But Toya, Toya seemed a little reserved. “I read the book while you were gone.” I turned to her and cleared my throa
