I just stand there, utterly shocked. How long has it been in my head? About two years perhaps. I predict it laid in my head dormant for the first, and attacked on the second. My nightmares started to occur then.i sigh, disappointed that I count fight off a measly parasite.
"There's nothing to be scared of. Raphael will be there, and he is a trained professional. We'll be fine." I say, unsure on the inside, but confident on the outside.
I take Cindra's hand, and lead her aside. "Look, I'll be fine. The parasite is gone, and you'll be fine too. It's just a training exercise. Don't worry about me. I promise, I will be ok when this is done, as will you. I promise." I say, trying not to cry myself.
Lily comes over, and I can see in her eyes that she is concerned about Cindra. I move over a small amount, so Lily can talk to her. Maybe they share some sort of connection now, since they've been through the same thing. Girls are so complicated.
I see Fein move to the side, motioning me forward to speak to Cindra. I nod in response and look casually in Cindras direction. " no need to be worried, there is one way from keeping the parasites from spreading. Right now, the nightmares will be more dormant, but over time, the parasite will start to attack. This Happened to me. With this, don't touch anyone while you're sleeping, or else they'll catch it too."
"Yes it'll be a secret. And both of you, can I tell you something's a well? After Cinder, of course." I swallow, nervous tension building up. I should share it with them, maybe that'll bring us a little more... Close as I wonder what secrets hold the quiet girl.
"I think...I think I've had the parasite for years." I gulp. "I've had nightmares before, but I could never remember what they were. My uncle...he...he beat me. I think the parasite took him over, and that is where I got it..." Tears start to fall.
"And the runes...were to keep my nightmares at bay. I thought they were gone...but I guess having contact with another person with it awoke it again.."
I wipe the tears from her face, so when the other trainees see her, she won't have tears streaming down her face. "It's ok... everyone has secrets." I say, hoping she feels better.