Dawn of a New Age: A Sons of Satrina Novel by Kristan Belle

sheepish grin at Aisline, he back out of the room before the wrath of Verynai fell on him in full force.
    Ash pushed herself up further in the bed, testing her limbs to check how much the movement would hurt. It wasn’t too bad, considering the level of pain she’d been in. Her ribs screamed out in agony, but that was nothing compared to how they were. The bones were already starting to knit back together and she knew that she’d feel as right as rain in a couple of days. Well, she hoped, at least.
    “Someone will be coming shortly to bring you some clothes. When they do, get ready and wait here.”
    “For what?”
    But Master Warrior Verynai had already treated from the room, leaving her in confused silence.
    A nurse quickly opened up the door and placed a folded pile of clothes on the bed for Ash. “What’s happening?” she asked before the nurse could leave.
    “I’ve no idea.” The nurse replied guardedly before scooting out of the room.
    Aisline was left staring at the shut door. She couldn’t even guess what was going on now, but it seemed important enough to freak out the staff here. Glancing at the clothes on the bed, she knew that she had her own task ahead of her. Getting out of this bed and moving. She didn’t relish the idea.
    Sure, she’d been feeling bored and restless, but the thought of moving turned her stomach.
    Taking it slowly, it wasn’t as bad as she thought. Her ribs hurt like a bitch, but that kind of detracted from the pain she felt anywhere else, so in a way, it was a blessing. Having one great big pain was easier to deal with than aches all over her body. At least the movement hadn’t caused her to faint, that was a bonus. Moving around felt strange after being in bed for the last twenty four hours, but she managed it. She was sitting on the bed taking a breath when Doctor Phillippe came into the room.
    “How are you feeling, Aisline?”
    “Better, thanks. What’s going on out there?”
    Doctor Phillippe momentarily ignored the question. “You father came in to see you.”
    “He did?” Ash was shocked. She had no idea. It must have been when she was unconscious or knocked out with the drugs.
    “He did. He would like to call by and see you again when you’re feeling up to it.”
    “He does?”
    The doctor smiled gently. “Evidently, he has seen the error of his ways and wants to make amends.”
    “Wow.” Aisline was speechless. This was the last thing she had expected to hear.
    “Good things really can come out of a disaster.”
    “Yeah, I guess you’re right.” Ash was blown away by the revelation. But, not for too long. She quickly reverted back to her original question. “What’s going on out there? It sounds serious.”
    Doctor Phillippe perched on the edge of the bed. “Honestly, I’m not entirely sure. We haven’t been given all the information yet. All we’ve been told is that we have to pack up everything in the medical suite, ready to move.”
    “We’re moving?” Ash’s eyes flew wide.
    “Apparently so.”
    “But, why?”
    “We don’t know. We’re just following instructions.”
    Aisline suddenly felt very nervous, a bad feeling descending over her. Something big was happening, but she couldn’t even guess what.
    “If you come with me, I still need for you to rest, but there’s much to do.”
    “I can help.”
    “We’ll see.” Doctor Phillippe gave her a warning glance. She moved over to the stood and waited for Aisline to follow her. She led her out to the small seating area. It was right in the middle of the medical suite where Ash would be able to see everything that was happening. People were rushing around and packing things into cardboard boxes that were being piled up, ready to take… somewhere.
    “I don’t want you doing anything strenuous.” The doctor warned.
    “I can do something.” Ash may have still been feeling stiff and sore, but she hated the thought of sitting around and doing nothing when everyone else was rushing