Chapter 7: Antares (1)

For to us a child is born, to us a daughter is given. In her right hand she holds a sword, and she shall be called… - Isaias 9:6 * * * “Luina! Luina!” “Don’t run, Sha—!” Sharon hit the ground before Luina could finish saying her name. Luina clicked her tongue. Even after five years of being dragged out for morning exercise, Sharon still tripped whenever her feet became tangled. Luina pulled Sharon upright with one hand, then scowled at the cuts and scratches covering her face.