“You need a keeper, Ainora.” She wasn’t at the Citadel. “Where am I?” “The Guard base. Dr. Nywyn took care of you. Exhaustion hits you hard and no one was watching for it. Yinfa has been removed as your guide, and I have been put in her place.” A man that she recognized as a Wyoran came in and smiled at her. “Well, if you are awake, you are free to go. I have instructed Mala to create a level monitor for you until you get used to the power release that your talent causes.” “Thank you, Doctor.” A woman came through the door behind him. “Don’t thank him. He will get a swelled head. Hello, Ainora. If you are feeling up to it, I have a call for you.” The framework of metal around the woman’s features gave her a regal air, but Ainora recognized the voice. “Hello, Relay. I feel fine.” “Good.
