A week pa.s.sed as Kyera watched over the weakened Empress . Her eyes opened on the second day, but only for a short while before she once again drifted into sleep . The Gathering of Wild Ones was postponed a bit, with all the stress in the palace the Emperor did not see fit to have the Declaration of Loyalty ceremony as of yet .

This was a huge relief to Kyera who had her hands full just trying to keep the Empress sleeping soundly and healing properly . Just helping her gain strength was a task . They barely succeeded qt keeping her eyes open long enough to greet anyone . This was both a blessing and a curse . The more she slept the more success she had, though it had quickly become clear there was nothing to do about Eve's legs . She couldn't feel them . It had taken a day or two for Eve to come to terms with this, but no one rushed her or let on that they already knew .

Advertis.e.m.e.ntThe autumn skies were especially beautiful as Kyera opened the window to let in the sunlight . Leaves the color of crimson and gold painted the trees and reflected in the small lake in the courtyard . The golden rays spilled across the bed warming the blankets and bringing out a even more pleasant glow from Eve's skin . The Empress smiled softly basking in the warmth .

"Does the sunlight feel pleasant?" Kyera asked with a smile . Her reactions were clear but the simple "Mmmhmmm" sound the Empress made was promising . She was being vocal, wich was a sign things were looking better . "Good . That is always a good thing . Sunlight is good for your health . " Kyera added, knowing its true even though she preferred the shadows .

"Thank you . " Eve spoke in a soft whisper . Kyera smiled softly at her realizing this was the first time she had felt like herself here . Her abilities and her nature coming out to s.h.i.+ne .

"No need to thank me for doing the job of a healer, Empress . " She replied humbly, unaware of the very pleased look she received from the Empress . The calm soothing nature of the healer coupled with a moment of kindness changed Evelyn's chance for survival survival from possibility to certainty .

"Still . " Eve relied, reaching out to pat her hand with shaky fingers . Kyera smiled softly .

"It wasn't just my efforts, my Empress . The Emperor and your granddaughter are a large part of why you're still here . " Kyera added trying to redirect her attention to her family . The Empress raised a brow in question .

"Oh really?" the word more a shape of the mouth than a word but Kyera was able to understand what she meant . Years of reading lips at council was paying off in ways she had not expected .

"Yes . Princess Raina brought me here and the Emperor helped me treat you . From helping feed you to keeping you warm at night . " Kyera replied offering a soft smile . The surprise in Eve's eyes was clear as she pondered the words spoken by her healer .

Her first reaction was lies, but why would she? It would also explain the dreams and the sent she had thought to be memories . Tired . She felt too drained to continue the thought and let it rest .

"I know the healing is a slow process . You should try to rest . Addie is here, she will watch over you for a bit . I need to go visit my sister for a bit . " Kyera replied smiling gently . Addie nodded at her sweetly, walking over to sit by the Empress . Kyera bowed to the Empress before walking out into the suns.h.i.+ne .

Her eyes flicked to the sun and she sighed . She missed the days of being a daughter of the night . The cool winds and the soft, loving glow of moonlight . Day was her home now, but only temporarily… at least she hoped that was the case .