SEEKING GUIDANCE

With a heavy exhale, a seemingly unspoken agreement was reached between all of us in the room, and then Dr. Volkov strode in, his eyes were dark and piercing as they flittered from person to person. When his eyes settled on me, they grew more intense, making my heart beat faster in anticipation.

"Alivia," he said firmly, slowly stepping closer to me. "What are you doing here? You should be resting." His eyebrows furrowed together and I felt a swell of rebellion rising up inside me.

"Why should I rest?" I protested "when Jess is the one that was injured? She should be the one resting" I continued, taking a small step towards her. But when I looked at her closely for the first time since we'd entered, I saw that not even a single scratch marred her skin.

Dr. Volkov raised an eyebrow, his gaze narrowing as he looked at Jess. "That's because of you, Alivia" he said, his voice tinged with curiosity. "You managed to heal Jess's injuries during the battle. You don't remember?"

As Dr. Volkov's words sank in, my mind reeled with disbelief. I couldn't wrap my head around the idea that I had healed Jess's injuries during the battle. It felt like a surreal dream, one that I couldn't quite grasp the details of. My eyes fluttered in surprise as confusion and disbelief flooded my mind, making it hard to focus on anything else. I shook my head, trying to clear my thoughts, but the memory gap remained. "No, I don't remember," I admitted reluctantly, feeling a little embarrassed that I couldn't recall such a significant event.

Dr. Volkov's expression softened slightly. "It's not uncommon for healers to forget their actions during moments of intense stress or concentration," he explained. "Your body and mind were focused on healing Jess, and it's possible that the memory didn't fully form in your consciousness."
I nodded, still trying to process what had happened. "So, Jess is okay now?" I asked, glancing over at her. She smiled and nodded, looking a little relieved. "Yes, thanks to you," she said gratefully.

I nodded slowly, still struggling to comprehend the extent of my newfound powers. "I... I didn't even realize I had that kind of power," I stuttered, before turning to Dr. Volkov with a questioning look.

Dr. Volkov shook his head, his expression thoughtful, "I've never seen anything like this before," he said softly, his gaze met mine and he continued, “Werewolves can heal themselves if they're not badly injured, and I know of witches capable of healing others. But, I've never seen one with the ability to heal others of that magnitude. From what I saw Jess wouldn’t have made it if it weren’t for you."

My heart was pounding as conflicting emotions raced through my mind. On one hand, I felt proud that I had the power to save another werewolf and grateful that Jess was alive and well. But on the other hand, fear and confusion clouded my thoughts. How could I possess such an ability when no one else in the werewolf world had it? Why didn't I even know about my powers before now?

And then there was the fact that I still hadn't connected to my wolf, something every werewolf seemed to do without any difficulty. Was there something wrong with me? Did my inability to connect mean that I was somehow flawed or defective?

These questions filled my head and left me feeling empty. I had no clue what I should do or where I could get answers. Suddenly, my life had completely changed without warning, and even though part of me was excited, another part was scared and uncertain if I would be able to handle it.

Dr Volkov turned to Adrienne who was standing and listening attentively "Which is why I am here, Adrienne, the rest of the council members are waiting for you to start the meeting."

Adrienne nodded and Dr. Volkov and Adrienne turned to leave, I could see the worry in his eyes. A feeling of unease settled in my chest. I wanted to know what they were going to discuss in the council meeting. I need to know more. What other abilities could I potentially possess?

I realized then that I needed to find out more about myself and my powers. I needed to learn how to control them, and to do that, I needed guidance. I couldn't help but feel conflicted. On one hand, I yearned for knowledge and control over my abilities, but on the other hand, I feared the consequences that could come with it.
My mouth opened as if it had a mind of its own " I want to be a part of the meeting, I need to know more about my abilities."

"I understand, Alivia," Dr Volkov said gently, placing a hand on my shoulder. "But you've pushed yourself beyond your limits. You need to rest and recover. I will tell you what happens in the meeting."

I felt a sense of frustration and helplessness as Dr. Volkov's words sank in. I wanted to be there, to have a say in my own fate, but I knew he was right. I was exhausted, both physically and mentally, and I needed to rest. But the thought of not knowing what was going on, of not being able to take charge of my own destiny, made me feel powerless.

Before I could voice my thoughts, Adrienne stepped forward, his gaze fixed on Dr. Volkov with determination. "Alivia should be part of the meeting," he said firmly. "We need to determine if her powers are beneficial or not and she deserves a say in how they are used."

I looked at Adrienne, feeling a glimmer of hope in my chest. Maybe I wouldn't be completely powerless after all. Dr. Volkov furrowed his brows, considering Adrienne's words. He was known for his strong convictions and unwavering decisions. His support for my inclusion in the meeting carried significant weight, and I could see the internal struggle in his expression as he deliberated.

"Very well," he conceded with a hint of reluctance. "But if you feel even the slightest bit sick or fatigued, Alivia, you must inform me immediately. Your health and well-being are of utmost importance."

I nodded in agreement, acknowledging Dr. Volkov's concern. "I will," I promised.

Adrienne gave me a reassuring smile and patted my shoulder gently. "Don't worry, Alivia," he said. "I will keep a close eye on you and make sure you're taken care of."
With a deep breath, I nodded again, grateful for the support of both Dr. Volkov and Adrienne. I knew I had to listen to my body and take care of myself, even in the midst of the council meeting. It was a reminder that my powers were still developing, and I needed to be mindful of my own well-being we don’t know much about my powers and what the implications would be if I didn’t.