The next day was the weekend. When I woke up, I felt much clearer-headed. Despite the injuries from the previous day, Orion had already treated me, and I felt my energy had partially returned after sleeping for over ten hours.

Demi had returned and was sitting at the table with Anna.

“Demi, this is Anna. I’m sure she’s already introduced herself?” I said.

Demi nodded, and the two of them leaned back in their chairs, eyeing me, glancing at each other occasionally.

“Is something wrong with me?” I asked.

I was a bit nervous they might notice something unusual. After all, Anna had seen my condition the day before, and...