I once again found myself running through the dark and spacious hallway, only this time, I was a bit familiar with my surroundings as the torches that previously led me to the dining hall were still lit. I knew that if I followed them, I would soon reach my room and have some much-needed time to myself after what happened. I need to collect my thoughts.
My feet sank into the carpet and my gown flowed behind me with the wind of my speed. The various paintings that adorned the walls blurred as I rushed past them. The door to my room came into focus and I barreled in, my chest heaving. With my brain jumbled accompanied with my tunnel vision that only focused on me getting to my room, I failed to acknowledge the second pair of footsteps that were behind me.
As I turned to slam the door, I ca
