“One thing at a time,” Darren whispered against my head as we stood in the infirmary. Eira purified water last night, and it was being delivered to those affected. Darren was giving his dad a private moment with his mother. No one knew exactly how everyone would act once the brainwashing was completely lifted. However, we could imagine there would be a lot of tears and anger. Counselors were waiting with everyone to help them through the process.

Dara, one of the prior waiting ladies, ...