RUBY'S POV
When my consciousness returned, I felt as weak and as useless as a sack of potatoes.
My eyes fluttered open to blinding light, seeping through the bag over my eyes. Wincing against the brightness, I twisted and realized I was bound, sitting on a rigid wooden chair that dug into my back and behind. Thirst clawed at my throat, my body ached, and fear made me start to pant loudly.
A very unfamiliar world greeted me through a small tear in the bag. Shadows danced in the light, and all I could see were dark corners and even darker objects. Or were they people? I had no idea.
I strained to gather any clues about where I was, but the limited view didn't do much for me.
The creak of a door opening to my left jolted me. Quickly, I let my head fall to my chest, pretending to still b
