Twenty-eight

Opal's Point of view

Rriel has been gone for a long time. I actually want him to return. I don't think I have any more tears left to cry. I hope Emmy died easily, with no pain. If she died painfully, I may never forgive Rriel, because then he would be evil.

I am joyful to see Rriel enter my room. The boys created my room, and I have a bed.

"Feeling better?" He asks.

"A Little."

He grins. "I missed you so much."

I feel so selfish. He actually watched me die. I can't imagine how he feels.

"I am sorry you went through this."

"It wasn't your fault. You are a victim. Remember that", he tells me.

I nod. " Let's go for a walk or a dance."

"Are you feeling up to that?" He asks.

"I feel 100% better." I swim from the bed. It feels odd being a Monkmaid

In moments, I find myself outside the castle with Rriel. Getting some time away from the castle feels so refreshing. We lay on the dirt holding hands. I laugh at my fury hands.