GINA

I fell hard on my ass, as Wilona hurled me to the ground for the hundredth time. I groaned and accepted her outstretched hand, allowing her to hoist me off the ground as I struggled to catch my breath. We only began training like an hour ago and it was already beginning to take a toll on me.

“Why do I even need to do this?” I questioned, in between ragged breaths, tinged with exasperation. I downed a much-needed bottle of water, part of its contents pouring on my front.

“You need to learn to defend yourself and control your powers.”

I bent down, resting my hands on my...