Page 223 of The Tribrid Princess and the Taste of Chaos
Heaven nods. “Of course I won’t. I’ll let you know how it goes. She has been acting differently, even I noticed that.”
I nod. “Thank you.”
“No need to thank me. Let’s see if we can figure this out first. I’ll talk to her today.” With that, she picks up her things and heads out, the door opening by itself for her.
I lean back against the desk, brushing my hand through my hair. Now I just need to wait and hope that Heaven can get through to her, although I’m not confident she’ll be able to. Sienna is stubborn, that’s for sure.
I decide to hit the training room for a workout. There are still a couple of hours before Sienna’s training session, but I need somewhere to release these pent-up emotions.
It’s barely beenan hour since I spoke to Heaven when I see Sienna striding over. Instantly, I know something is wrong. I glance at the time. She’s two hours too early. We don’t meet up in this gym either.
“Hey-”
“Don’t ‘hey’ me,” she says, her eyes glittering with tears, her heart hammering.
There are a couple of people here, and all eyes turn to us, but she doesn’t seem to care.
“Why did you tell her?” she asks accusingly.
“I…” I can’t lie. “What happened?”
“I hope you’re happy. Heaven is upset with me now! Why are you trying to get into my business?!” she half shouts, half sobs,but even her anger makes me simply want to protect her. I step closer to her, but she pulls back like she might burn if I touch her.
“Si-”
“No, just… I’ve dealt with it. I have! I just need you to stop interfering!” She glares at me in anger before she turns, and I take hold of her wrist. I can’t let her leave like this.
“Sienna,” I try again.
“No!” she cries out. My heart pounds, realising I can’t sense her emotions. Somehow, she’s blocking them from me – or something is.
She pulls free and runs towards the door. I’m about to chase after her, but I decide to give her a moment, feeling her powers surging. The moment the door bangs shut after her, I glance up, my eyes cold as they glare at the spectators. They quickly look away, busying themselves with what they’re doing.
Frowning, I pick up my shirt and take my leave, too. Whatever happened, I need to fucking find out. Now.
Time
Sienna
Empty. This feeling is familiar, but at the same time, it’s one I’ve not felt in a while. I pull my legs up against my chest in my empty dorm room. I miss Shahira’s presence. Miss the fragrance of the diffuser she used to have on, miss the warmth of her being just on the other side of the partition.
I hurt Jayce today, and I hurt Heaven.
I close my eyes, resting my forehead against my knees as it replays fresh in my mind.
“Oh, hey, Heaven, everything ok?” I ask, surprised to see her at the door to my dorm.
Allison looks between us, but she’s been mostly quiet since Jayce and I got together. Will he go to her once I’m gone? Just the thought is crushing, but remembering that it means Dad will at least be back gives me some strength. Although I won’t have time with him again, everyone else will. It’s the only thing keeping me going.
“Sienna, do you mind if we go to your room?” Heaven askswith a toss of her hair. “For some privacy?”
“Sure.” I lead the way to my room and shut the door behind us. Heaven casts a spell so no one can overhear.
“I’m worried about you; you seem lost in thought at times. Is everything ok?” she asks me out of nowhere. I blink, not expecting that. I’m sure I’ve been acting pretty normal.
“Everything is fine. It’s just in your head,” I say lightly.
She cocks a brow. “So, there’s nothing worrying you, or anything you want to share?” she persists.
