135 The storm from within (1)

Author's note: this is from Seraphina's point of view

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The awkward atmosphere was interrupted by my phone ringing and my breath hitched when I saw the caller ID: "Mona".

This is it. She wouldn't call if she doesn't have some updates. Am I ready for this?

Pick up the call, Serina, or you will miss it!

I glanced at Lazarus who looked at me curiously as I got my phone. My anxiousness was tangible.

"Hi, Mona…"

"Hey, Serina!", Mona greeted me with enthusiasm that told me she has something. "Is this a good time to chat?"

"Yes, yes…", I said quickly as I struggled to inhale enough oxygen. Do I even need oxygen? I needed it at that moment.