Disclaimer: "Nothing n.: Not to be involved or associated with." That is to say, I own absolutely nada from the Circle of Magic books. All falling lighthouses, invisible "mind lines", and characters with weird names are credited to Tamora Pierce.

Author's Note: Hey everyone! I'm back! I'm so glad exams are over (even though I didn't to that well). The story's coming to an end very soon. But don't worry; I'm working on another one (yet to be posted).

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Chapter Six – Losing Control

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Evvy waited and waited, but no Briar. Then suddenly there was a bang. Thinking it was him, Evvy jumped up. Instead, she came face to face with Sandry.

Sandry's face was tear stained. Her eyes showed pain and hurt. Evvy tried to say something – anything – but nothing came. Sandry stared at her, then she turned and was about to walk away.

"Wait! Meet me tomorrow morning, after breakfast, at the lighthouse!"

Sandry didn't reply, but kept on walking.

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Next morning Evvy paced back and forth under the lighthouse. The beach was scattered with rocks and sand. There was a tower of stacked stones to one side. She should be here by now. Evvy thought; she looked up. Finally! Sandry walked towards her; the wind whipping her hair and dress. A figure of defeat.

"What is this about?" She asked. Her voice showed no emotion, just a kind of blankness.

"I just wanted to talk." Evvy had planed everything she was going to say, but now she stood there, speechless. Evvy looked at Sandry – her perfect blue eyes, her glistening golden hair. Evvy felt a pang of envy.

"I want you to know," Sandry said softly, "I don't hate you...maybe, when this is all over, we could still be friends..."

Evvy gaped at her. How can she say that after all that I've done to her? I wouldn't have said that...She really is perfect. Evvy found herself overcome by a sudden surge of jealousy. The rocks and stones around her started to shake. The tower swayed, and then it started collapsing. Rocks flew everywhere. Sandry looked around stunned. She tried to move but found her feet buried in rocks.

"Evvy!" She cried.

Evvy could not hear her. She was buried in her own self-hatred. All of a sudden, a rock connected with Sandry's head – instant concussion. Minutes past. Evvy took a few breaths and calmed down. She looked around, her eyes landing on Sandry. There was blood coming from her head. Evvy walked towards her.

"S-Sandry?" She whispered. Evvy knelt beside her. She could feel weakness creeping over her. Evvy knew she couldn't stay conscious for long. What have I done? What have I done? What have I done?

"I-I'm sorr..."

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Briar was pruning his Shaakan. He felt a surge of pain in his forehead. The pruning shears dropped from his hand. Sandry! He thought. Briar searched for the invisible string that connected him to Sandry. It was growing fainter...

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Reviewers:

Robot: If they know what the baked beans mean then yay for them! If not, well it is my story after all so it doesn't matter. Exams are horrible, I'm glad it's over.

DeathSighter: I've finished chapter six already (the last chapter), but the ending's a little too abrupt so I'm going to work on it more. I like the idea of Evvy toying with Pasco! Have to put that in somewhere. Thanks for the story suggestion, I'll defiantly read it.

Flirtatious: The age difference wouldn't have been that big of a deal back then. But still, Evvy and Briar just doesn't seem right for me.

syaoran: Whew! Your name is long...O.O

emikae: That wasn't to long was it? I'm back now :D

LOSSER07: I can do 'more', not sure about 'longer' though. Thanks for reading!

Tarzan: This fandom needs more Briar/Sandry! 'Tis glad you like the story. Thanks for reviewing!

Michelle: Thanks! Funny thing, everyone says the chapters need to be longer.

Turntable Aurora: ((Hugs random pressies)). Thanki-thanki! It's a pleasure to write My Heart especially when I know there are people like you out there!

aznchicki: I think I'm allergic to writing long chapters.

Fallen: "Evvy/Pasco, Sandry/Briar seem right" Yay! Another believer. Evvy doesn't give up that easily, and Sandry's too nice to do anything about it... poor Sandry.