Special Thanks To Jany_Calypse For The Gift {≥=≤}
Lilith's eyes flew open as she gasped for air, her hand flying to her throat. Sweat drenched her face, and strands of hair clung to her forehead. She clambered down from the rock but collapsed the moment her feet touched the ground, her body curling inward as she lay there, struggling to catch her breath, which took longer than she expected.
"Lilith! Are you alright?" Salistra dropped to her knees beside her, placing her hands gently on Lilith's shoulders, trying to soothe her.
"Dear gods... what was that?" Lilith rasped through gritted teeth, pulling away from the witch as she tried to push herself up. Her limbs trembled, her knees buckling slightly before she managed to steady herself. With shaky hands, she brushed the damp strands of hair away from her face.
"I'm sorry," Salistra said, rising to her feet and dusting her hands. "I did warn you it would be excruciating."
