The first thing she noticed when she opened the room was the acrid smell. It stank of seared flesh and as she approached the large four poster bed that sat centered on the far wall, she understood why.

Takoda’s beautiful face had been badly burned and as she got closer she saw the burns extended down onto his arms and legs. His clothes were in tatters and, in various places, looked like they had been set ablaze. Her mouth dropped open and she choked out a sob. ...