As I reluctantly pulled myself off the floor and back into my realm of responsibilities, Leora's relentless energy seemed to infuse my blood with a sense of urgency I didn't realize I had lost.
This was necessary. I couldn't wallow in my own self-pity forever, not with Leora lining up behind me like some fevered cheerleader ready to pounce at the first sign of weakness.
Just another day in the life of Ciara, Ruler of Fire and Fury, along with my hyperactive assistant who seemed more like a warden sometimes.
"Aeliana's not the only thing on our agenda today," Leora declared as she pushed me toward the door. "We have missions. Important ones." The words hung in the air like an ominous cloud. I could see the excitement lighting her eyes.
Oh, great. Just what I needed a series of tedious missions to turn my mood around.
