Chapter 73 - The Courage To Be Seen, With No Disdain For Fragility

Eyelashes slowly stirred, reluctant to reveal the pigeon blue eyes underneath to the world. Qat emerged out of the most restful sleep that she'd experienced in memory still in a daze. The lingering warmth in her heart because of Elua's letter seemed to wrap around her like a cocoon.

It made the prospect of facing the day outside of this state daunting… but also inviting. The tall blonde couldn't wait to go visit her cute brunette and express her appreciation. But… she would need to focus for a while without falling back asleep.

As she sat there in lazy meditation to change the color of her hair 'as required', a soft knock at her door finally roused her fully. She let it beat another few times, hoping to finish… and because she had no idea who it could be. They didn't knock like a servant - or an elder.

"Come in."