Chapter 53 Concerned Friends

• Leoma finishes dry heaving, holding her stomach with her right hand she holds onto the toilet with her left. Spitting into the toilet what was left in her mouth, Leoma stands up and walks a few steps over to the sink to rinse her mouth. Standing up she looks into the mirror, dark circles under her eyes and her skin looks pale. Taking a deep breath, she brushes her hair with her hand and walks into the living room where Rachel and Jed were sitting waiting for her.
• Rachel looks up from her book, concern etched on her face. "Are you okay, Leoma?" she asks, her voice gentle yet filled with worry.
• Leoma forces a small smile, trying to mask her discomfort. "I'll be fine," she replies, her voice slightly hoarse. She takes a seat on the worn-out couch beside Jed, who places a comforting hand on her knee.