(Isla)
Sera stayed beside me while I tried to understand what Vaela meant. There was something inside me, but those words could mean too many things. I wanted to ask Vaela again, yet she seemed just as unsure as I was. Whatever she'd noticed was new to her too.
Sera reached for a small container from one of the cabinets. "I need to do one more test." She set it beside me before explaining what she needed. "It won't take long."
I did what she asked and returned to sit while she finished. My thoughts wouldn't stay away from the question about my cycle. I'd never paid much attention to it unless something felt wrong. Now I found myself trying to remember exactly when I'd last had one.
Vaela remained focused on whatever she'd sensed. I could feel her curiosity more than concern, which help
