Aurora’s P.O.V

I watched as Alice's sharp gaze swept across the room, her presence demanding attention. Her voice was steady, unwavering, as she folded her arms. "Does anyone need a demonstration, or has anyone been able to connect with their powers before?" she asked, her words laced with an authority that made it clear she wasn’t here to coddle us. 

I hesitated for a moment before stepping forward, my voice quieter than I wanted it to be. "I... I connected with mine once," ...