Ethan arrived in a rush of air, taking in the scene before him.
Valerie lay on the ground, battered and bruised. Her nightgown was torn in several places, that left her exposed.
He raised his hand without a second thought, prepared to cast Greater Heal. A purple magic circle began to form over his palm, but just as it appeared…
A greenish glow flared from the markings on Ishtar's right arm.
She was trembling slightly, still clutching Valerie's hand, but her power had already activated. The glow traveled from her arm, flowing directly into Valerie like a current of light.
Ethan stopped his spell, and watched as Valerie's wounds began to close. Her breathing steadied, and within moments, she was able to push herself up to sit upright.
Ethan let out a subtle breath of relief before asking, "What happened?"
Ishtar shook her head. "I didn't mean to… " She began again.
