Not Just Any Council (Ch.728)

A drawn out gasp escaped Neveah as she awakened with a start.

Xenon who sat by her bed was immediately attentive. "Veah? Are you back? How do you feel? Any discomfort?"

Neveah blinked, her mind was still fuzzy with the aftereffects of magic, the room swayed unsteadily and it took a moment for her vision to settle, when it did, Neveah's gaze met Xenon's worried eyes and she nodded slowly.

"I'm fine. How long was I gone for?" Neveah asked, leaning on Xenon's support to sit up. Her grip faltered slightly but Xenon's support around her back was firm.

Xenon placed a palm on Neveah's forehead, his brows furrowed in concern.

"A few hours at least. You're burning up. I'll get the mage and Everon to run checks, make sure you're fine." Xenon made to get to his feet but Neveah prevented him with a hand over his.

"I'm fine... it's not my health, just..." Neveah shook her head slightly, lifting her gaze to stare Xenon squarely in the eyes.