Chapter 29
Juniper's POV Juniper’s first sensation was the cold—a sterile, metallic chill that seeped into her skin. Her head throbbed, her limbs felt heavy, and her throat was raw, likely from screaming. As her eyes fluttered open, she was met with the dim, flickering light of a small, windowless cell. The walls were smooth and silver, humming faintly with an energy she couldn’t place. The air was sharp and synthetic, devoid of Earth’s grounding scents. She knew immediately: they weren’t on Earth anymore. Her heart lurched as her gaze darted around the cramped space. A narrow cot bolted to the wall held a small, still form. "Calliope," Juniper whispered, her voice cracking. She scrambled to her feet, though her legs wobbled beneath her. Stumbling to the cot, she dropped to her knees and reached
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