773. Receiving End

"There is really not even a scar," Mill said with a mix of horror and relief.

"I know," Mauve said, squinting as she stared into the mirror, looking from her shoulder to her reflection. Each side told her her eyes were deceiving her. It had only been three nights since the incident, and there was no indication that she had a deep cut. Was this because of the baby?

"Wow! Does the Primus know?" she asked.

Mauve shook her head. "I did mention it was healing really fast, but he hasn't seen me take the bandage off. Kieran said to keep it on just in case, but for there to be not even a scar, it's almost like an overnight miracle."

"Did you use magic?" Mill asked, still wearing a shocked expression.

Mauve shook her head, wondering if she should tell Mill. "I think it's the baby," she said, deciding to tell her.

"What?" Mill asked. "Are you sure?"