88 The Phoenix Form

"Amanda. Amanda," Christopher called on her again. He rested his head on her chest, hearing the regular beating of her heart.

Christopher remained to carry Amanda in his arms, embracing her tight as he tried to repeatedly wake her.

Out of nowhere, he felt a hand on his head. He looked up to find Amanda's dreamy eyes. He let out a sigh of relief, knowing she was already awake.

Amanda hugged Christopher tightly, teary-eyed. She nestled on his neck and pecked on his skin. She emotionally told, "I'm so happy - I'm so happy it's you. It was you all along. It was you all along."

She understood what had happened to her, especially after seeing her second skin. She had her powers back and she could feel it in her bones.

Meanwhile, Christopher let her feet land on the ground and he returned the same tight hold. He also pecked on her cheek and said, "I - I don't know what is going on, Amanda, but I am so relieved that you are okay."