54

Lucy

I woke up with a pounding headache. The smell of burning wood and something floral was still in my nose. I opened my eyes and found the room completely dark. The sheets weren’t Matt’s or Tony’s, and that made me relax. I had to be in Yvonne’s quarters.

Someone was yelling outside. It sounded like an argument, but I couldn’t make out the words. I shuddered at the thought. Was it Matt? Was he still angry? Had he hurt Yvonne?

My stomach turned as I swung my legs over the edge and felt for the floor. I felt around until I felt something that felt like a lamp, but it didn’t come on.

A knock sounded on the door a few seconds later.

“Y-Yeah?”

Yvonne opened the door, and the lamp started to glow. She smiled.

“Sorry, the lights require a little magic to get them going. Most electric lights are irritating. How are you feeling?”

I shrugged, unsure of what to say. “Okay, I guess.”

“Headache?”

I nodded.

“Hungry?”

I shook my head and drew my knees to my chest. “I-I don’t think I can eat r