I loved and lost and survived.

“You look beautiful," Alodia says. I startle at the compliment. Then I smile. "I…”

“She grabs my hand and squeezes. Then she looks me up and down, frowning. "You'r…”

“Speak of evil, and you summon it.”

“If Elisa were here, she would pray warmth into her body with the power of her G…”