Chapter 17: The free bird

 Allan: Former prostitute, on his way to a new life. Healer hopeful.

I get my clothes from the chair I laid them on and begin to dress. I still can't believe that I am free — now. I dreamt of it, but never dared to hope for it. Dean is not the first client that asks me about my name, but he is the first to...

He now wants to have real lovers.

I was just food for him.

The thought makes my stomach twist. It didn't hurt, to be fed on by Dean. Not like... I shake my head. Taking a deep breath, I take the two pouches, and make sure I know which one is with the 100 coins, and which one was the bigger one. It simply won't do, for me to mix them up. The Madam won't give me the extra money.

Despite the fact that I have been left on the side of the road, a smile makes its way to my face.

 I am free.