Chapter 35. The Hidden Gift of Laura
Flashback...
"Whatever you do, remember—no one must know about the gift you possess, Laura," a woman cloaked in a flowing white veil said firmly. Her face remained hidden beneath the veil.
"Great Mother of the Light, suppressor of all mind listeners, I will abide by all your warnings," Laura responded solemnly, bowing low in reverence. She was dressed in a pure white gown, her expression serious and composed.
"This is your first mission," the woman said, her voice gentler now. "Some of the council elders argued that you’re too young, but I gave this task to you because I believe in your potential. Please, don’t disappoint me."
"I promise, I won’t. I’ll carry out this mission successfully," Laura replied with clear determination.
The woman nodded, then turned her back and walked slowly to her seat. "Many have come to the world of the Listeners of the Mind to be initiated. But you— you were born with it. I’ve had high expectations of you since then. Prove me right."
"I was born a listener of the mind, with powers far beyond it," Laura stated boldly. "I’ve dedicated my life to the service of this family. I will make you proud, Great Mother."
Laura stood tall, courage burning in her eyes as she departed the Temple of the Listeners of the Mind and Truth.
Back to the present...
Three years had passed since then. Laura had hidden her identity successfully and avoided suspicion. But despite her efforts, she hadn’t achieved anything tangible. Today, she was determined to change that.
"It’s time," she whispered to herself, standing from the bed, slipping on her shoes, and heading out—skipping breakfast entirely.