For the second time that morning I was awakened by a noise outside the door. I distinctly heard the voice of Talya, the generals, and another. Old man, right? Blinking, she opened her eyes, not understanding what was happening there. Has the army already arrived?

But... I looked out the window.

The sun has not yet reached its zenith.

No. Wouldn't have been able to. Then who is there?

- This morning I cramped my leg again. Muscles are like stone. This causes Lera severe pain. Terrible, although she tries not to show it, - the sister's voice sounded right at the door to the room. - My mother, while...