When Isabella finally stood up from the beast's side, her back felt sore and her legs were a little numb. She smoothed her dress over her stomach and walked toward the entrance. Before she could call anyone, the sound of hurried footsteps reached her.
Ophelia appeared first.
Behind her were Shelia and Luca. Shelia walked with her chin slightly raised, and Luca followed helplessly, as if he had tried to hold them back and failed.
"Isabella, you are back!" Ophelia almost crashed into her. "What is that beast? Is it really from the forest? Did you fight a lot of things? You went hunting while pregnant. Were you tired? Were you hot? Did you sweat everywhere?"
Isabella's temples started to throb.
Shelia stepped up as well. Her eyes shone with excitement. "Is it true you used just one strike to cut a man's arm? I heard the guards talking. They said it flew very far. Is that a spiritual weapon? Can I see it?"
