While time seemed to pass inexorably, Hope thought on her life and everything that had transpired. Why was she granted an ability she couldn't fully utilize? Was she supposed to use it for a higher purpose in the future? Or was it preferable to just let it slumber within her body?
As she stood by the waterless fountain built by prisoners in the side garden of the palace, Hope meditated on unanswered things. She felt she had everything she needed. A wonderful friend who was with her even while the biggest moment of her life was approaching quickly. The man she had fought so hard for was by her side and seemed to understand her more and more.
Hope's heart was overjoyed, but she couldn't shake the feeling that something was missing. The instinct she trusted more than her mind informed her that she was destined for great things and that she needed to work on developing her skills.
