RainPain. That was the first thing I felt when I woke up.It spread through my entire body, like a dull, yet heavy ache at first, then sharper the moment I tried to move. My limbs felt stiff, my head thick, and even breathing came with a faint ache that made me wince internally.I stayed still.For a few seconds, I didn’t understand why I felt like this.Then I heard voices.“…you’re being too rough,” Malcolm said quietly.“I’m not,” another voice replied, just as calm, but sharper, more familiar than I expected.It was Lydia.It's been so long I heard her voice. She didn't travel with me, and I was okay for a while, until moments like this when I was sore and she wasn't there to take care of my pains.“She’s already bruised everywhere,” Malcolm continued.“And I’m treating her,” Lydia shot back. “If you’d rather she gets an infection, then by all means, tell me to stop.”I felt something cool press gently against my cheek.A sting followed. I fought the urge to react. Instead, I sta
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