Book 1 - Chapter 2 - Midnight Fears

~April 17, 1000~

 

 Mila sat with eyes closed tight. Her stomach boiled within. A single strand of hair itched her neck.
 How could Mam decide such a thing? I just do not understand...
Her thoughts trailed on in circles. They seemed to return to disbelief every few moments.
 Footsteps tapped on the tile in the hallway.