Chapter 13: Altair (2)

“I came for some herbs to keep this from scarring. My steward won’t stop nagging me about my face,” Ferken said. “Why didn’t you see your family physician while you were home?” Luina asked. “It didn’t occur to me. Besides, it was already late.” “I see. The health instructor went to the herb garden. She said there was something she had to gather at night. She should be back soon.” “I’ll wait. Go back to sleep. I would rather not have Sharon Gale hunt me down for keeping you awake.”