Aria's POV
I woke with a start, my whole body aching. The first thing I noticed was the cold, hard ground beneath me. My head throbbed, and the air smelled damp, almost suffocating.
I tried to move, but every muscle felt stiff. Even my arms were heavy like they were made of stone. Slowly, I opened my eyes, blinking against the dim light that filtered into the space.
Where was I?
I pushed myself up, my hands slipping on the slick surface beneath me. It was wet and cold. My eyes darted around as I took in my surroundings. I was in a small enclosure. The walls were made of rough stone, with moisture dripping down in places. The cell was cramped, the floor covered in grime, and the air smelled musty like the earth itself had trapped me. Above me, there was a small opening, a window of sor
