The Broken Warrior’s Daughter by Cooper

Chapter 0206

Swimming in the pool feels really good. Clint takes it slow with me, helping me to stretch muscles that haven’t been used in too many years. Cara laps me over and over. I’m reminded of one of those Avengers movies Dad was able to get for us when we were in the cabin, the guy on the track saying “on your left“. I have a whole new appreciation and aggravation for that phrase now.

When we’re done, my muscles are sore but it’s a good sore. ‘Clint was right, I feel stronger.‘ Alessia says to me.

I hop out of the pool, Cara bringing me a towel. I’m glad Alessia feels stronger because I’m exhausted. Cara sits down next to me as Clint rolls his wheelchair

over.

“How are you feeling?” He asks me.

“Alessia says she’s feeling stronger, but I’m exhausted.” I say honestly. Cara nods her head. “Yep, that sounds familiar. It definitely takes a toll on you for her to get stronger, but it’s worth it.”

Clint is looking at me thoughtfully. “Why don’t we make sandwiches around here. today and you can see the packhouse tomorrow. I promised Liam I wouldn’t overdo it with you and I keep my promises.” That sounds wonderful to me.

Over lunch, Cara tells me about her conversation with Ailduin and that he is coming to visit next weekend. He’s excited to see me and will be bringing his son, Aolis, with him to begin recording my story for their Guardian Chronicles.

Clint tells me about the strengths of the Bellona line, including enhanced healing. “It explains how Alessia was able to heal you for so long and why your scars aren’t more prevalent.” He says.

“They seem pretty prevalent to me.” I say, looking down at my arms and all the old wounds that are on them.

if you didn’t have Alessia’s healing power.”

in. “Your wounds could be much worse, could have gotten infected, and who

awful they looked that I didn’t think about how lucky I was to have gotten away with only scarring and nothing

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do more.” Alessia says to me.

I’m thankful for what you did do.”

shift. I don’t think I’ll be able to take

overdo it either. I’m just glad we’re

the last time you ran?” Clint

like for fun or exercise, or for fear

“Exercise.” Clint clarifies.

We mostly

important but so is endurance. I think tomorrow I’ll have you run. Cara can still run for another month or so, but she has

I help clean up. I’m tired and ready to lay down before going shopping with Liam this afternoon. Cara offers to drive

with you?” She asks when we

where I’m going. Thanks. I’ll

She says. I wave as she pulls away.

the overwhelming scent of the forest hits my nose. MATE, MATE, MATE!‘ Alessia