---- Chapter 9 I received news about Mom two weeks later. That day, I had brought Cherry's box with me to her favorite place-a field full of blooming flowers and fresh herbs. When I returned, I found out that Mom had lost her mind. I went to the infirmary to see her. Her hair was a tangled mess from yanking it out herself. She cried and laughed all at once. She would tell everyone she had two daughters-one gentle, and one lively. But as she spoke, she broke down again, sobbing uncontrollably. She kept saying she had ruined them both. While clawing at her hair, she hit herself over and over. I watched for a while in silence before leaving. ---- After that, I resumed visiting Allison, the healer who specialized in treating wolfsbane fever. I went to her ona regular schedule again for a proper, science- backed treatment. I always went alone. Allison smiled at her monitor before turning to me. She said I looked better lately. I smiled back. She gently took my hand and gave it a light pat. " Sherry, I'm really glad you're moving forward. Life always keeps going. We need to learn to let go." I stood outside the infirmary for a long time afterward. It was just around the time the nearby Werewolf Academy let out. The street came alive. The sounds drifted into my ears, close enough to hear but distant enough to feel like another world. My phone buzzed, and a photo came through from an ---- unknown number. It was the same one I had shredded, but it had not been awkwardly taped back together. Without hesitation, I deleted it and blocked the number. Two little girls walked past, holding hands. Giggling, they made plans to celebrate with their favorite cherry cake after they finished their mission. I watched them walk away, farther and farther, until they disappeared completely. I drove to Cherry's grave. Late fall had arrived, and leaves had gathered at the base of her tombstone. I sat down and spoke softly to her, telling her where I had been and whom I had met. I also told her how my appetite had improved and how I had been eating better lately. I went on with how my wolfsbane fever hadn't been flaring up as often anymore, and I was steadily In the latest episode of ReelTalk, titled "Queen Bee Meets Queen Bee," the infamous Daniela Couso reunites with Sarah Moliski for a buzzworthy discussion. Dive into the world of these legendary villains as they unveil the realities behind their captivating personas. Exploring themes of power, rivalry, and intrigue, this ongoing romance series delves deep into the complexities of characters like Daniela and Sarah. Witness the clash of two formidable personalities as they navigate love, ambition, and deception in a world where nothing is as it seems. What sets this narrative apart is its intricate character dynamics and the magnetic pull between its leading ladies. Experience the allure of forbidden desires and hidden agendas in a story that promises twists at every turn. Ready to uncover the secrets that bind these queens together? Available to read at CrushReel for those eager to unravel the mysteries within.