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My attempt at remaining discrete was ruined almost immediately. Of course I had expected this, but it was still disappointing. The moment I stepped into the town square people were turning to look at me, then turning back to their fellows, probably to whisper amongst themselves. When Hirath sees me, he practically sprints in my direction.

The next few hours pass in a daze. Elders and children alike come to pick up their nets, or drop more off for repair. I charge just as I always do, a careful balance of enough to survive without ignoring what they have given me. Still, I don’t put much energy towards it. I’m far more occupied thinking about Delia and Ishtar. Mostly Ishtar.

Outside is nicer than she had expected. She doesn't know why she thought stepping outside would be so terrible; all she knows is that her body tenses the moment the door swings open. In truth, the sun shining into the room had provided a glimpse of what she should have expected: bright, clear skies and a soft breeze.