Everyone was up well before the sun had risen. Sonja made sure of that. My Valkyrie was huddled in the kitchen, Emory in front of the stove. Scents lingered in the air of fried foods, making my stomach growl in approval. This felt like home, seeing them all together here. Since Julian had joined us, we had a private chef at our beck and call, but he enjoyed a more healthy version of what we were used to. Apparently, Julian only had our best interest at heart, and our taste bud's worst interest. Various conversations flooded my ears as I walked in, but everyone turned towards me the moment I got closer. Amethyst bounced closer to me, her platinum hair framing her face lightly. "I'm glad to see you are looking better this morning." She giggled and pulled me in for a hug. I smiled slightly, but let her pull me lone. Jasmine floated to my nose as Amethyst pulled away. "A good night's rest was all I needed apparently." I said and shoved past her. Amethyst's smile broadene
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