I woke up in a cold, dark room. My body felt heavy, and when I tried to move my hands and feet, I realized they were bound.
I pulled against the ropes, but they only tightened with every movement.
“Where am I…?” I whispered weakly, my eyes scanning the room. There was nothing, only darkness and silence.
My heartbeat quickened.
“Help! Somebody help me!” I shouted, hoping someone would hear.
But no one answered.
I screamed again louder, more desperate.
“Help! Help!”
Fear slowly crept through my entire body. I trembled, but I forced myself not to give in.
I couldn’t give up.
Even as my voice grew hoarse, I kept shouting. Even as the ropes dug painfully into my skin, I continued to struggle.
“Viel…” I whispered, as if he were my only hope.
Time passed maybe an hour before I heard t
