Sky

Fagua stared out of the window at the pool. It was weird because usually, she would be out there doing laps or simply soaking up the sun. She wouldn't be looking at it as if she was pining to swim but had been shut in here.

"A penny for your thoughts," I said, walking up behind her.

She jumped up as if I'd awoken her from a dream. Then she rushed into my arms.

"Hey, what’s up?" I was going to check the back room, but I could see that my girl wasn't happy. That wasn't good. "Here, here," I whispered as I hugged her lightly, and she squeezed me tightly, but not like before. I could feel that she was using every force inside of her. Yet, she felt so light. I didn't know what to think. I dismissed it, thinking that her trip with Husk had probably tired her out.

"Nothing." Her voice hitched.

She was so emotional and her gaze raced around the room. I hadn't seen her like this in weeks.

"Fagua." I smiled and pulled her closer. "Are you okay? I’ve never seen you like this."

She nodded, s