Kamrynn’s POV
After I finish prepping vegetables for breakfast, Tiona comes over with a smile. “Kamrynn, you’ve done well this morning. Why don’t you take a break? After breakfast, I’ll let you know what other chores are on your schedule.”
“Thank you, Tiona,” I say, feeling a rush of relief.
I step out of the kitchen, planning to take a moment to check on Rmonica. My mind wanders back to last night’s strange dream—the withering flowers, Rmonica’s distress, and the cloaked figure in the shadows. And then, there’s Eloane. The things I saw this morning, her secretive behavior… None of it makes sense, yet I can’t shake the feeling that something’s wrong.
Lost in thought, I turn the corner—and collide headlong into someone.
Before I can react, a hand shoves me hard in the chest, sending me
