Chapter 44. Unwelcome Newcomers

Mira’s POV

The sky is dark when I wake up again. Magoth didn’t let me sleep or recover from his repeated reminders of who is the boss around here. My body is fucking sore, and I hate him so much, but at the same time I have craved his touch and nearness. I dress quietly, knowing I am alone in the tent. Magoth left a while ago, as someone came to fetch him. I didn’t bother to get up. Now I’m starving and need to have some food before I can think straight.

I walk to the food tent, people are eyeing me warily. They know Magoth slept with me again, and that means my position is once again restored. They don’t dare say anything, though some make suggestive noises and moves. I mostly ignore them. I have other things to concern myself about.

As I am sitting to eat, a guard walks in, scans the area and comes straight to where I am sitting. I ignored him at first. He tries with various noises to get my attention, but when that doesn’t work, he has to speak to me. I k