I close my eyes, holding Nova while she sleeps in my arms. When I felt Ishir’s concern, I tuned into his mind, so I was aware of the problems with Nova.
When they walk into the room, and I see the things that Everett has brought in, the voices in my head start to wake up. It’s been so long since I heard them that I’m quickly becoming overwhelmed. That is until Ishir makes his presence known in my mind. He helps me get my breathing back under control and helps me gain control of the voices in my head.
I look back down at Nova. I hadn’t intended to stay with her, to let Ishir leave without me again, but I know I’m needed here.
“You stay. Help her and the others. I haven’t met them yet, but they will also need help,” he says.
“You’re not leaving now?” I ask, panicked.
“No. I’m not leavi
