Phoenix Maplewood after dusk

Tahani let out a quiet, shuddering breath, the despair writ clearly across her face. well, at least now she knew, and could move on. she shifted her weight, giving the woman a grateful stare. thank you, the healer said, her voice genuine.

if there was nothing else to be exchanged, she would walk away and continue her search. she was not, however, opposed to stopping if the sentry had anything--anything--else to offer.