The Perfect Vessel

“ILYTHIA!” I shouted, drawing her attention to me once more.

She looked over lazily and stood back up, giving me what I’d demanded. Perhaps she thought I was worried about what she was saying to Juliette. Something that couldn’t be further from the truth.

With careful strides, she moved closer to me, sending a wave of nerves through me. But, no matter how difficult this would be, I had to try. No,