Mid winter brought unexpected visitors. A group of healers from a distant northern territory had made the dangerous journey through winter weather specifically to see Aria.
"We apologize for arriving unannounced," their leader said. "But our need is urgent. We have seven extraction victims from a coordinated attack three weeks ago. Our local practitioners cannot help them. We heard you might be willing to attempt restoration."
"Of course," Aria said immediately. "Bring them to the healing house. We will assess everyone today and begin restorations tomorrow."
The seven victims ranged in age from fifteen to sixty. Their extractions were fresh, which improved prognosis. But the emotional trauma was severe. They had been attacked simultaneously during a community gathering, targeted because of their gifts.
