Anna POV

After two months

To meet Jake at the training field, I got up early. My ability to fight has improved, and it helps me deal with everything that's going on. Jake is the kindest and has been there for me at every turn. I get up, put on my clothes, and leave my house. The overpowering scent of salt and rosewood greets me. It's pleasant. When I glance up, Jake is staring at me. Jake doesn't smell quite like this to me. I make an effort to forget about it.

"Hey, ready for training?" I grin as I speak. He waited a minute to answer.

"Oh yeah, sorry."...