Lila's world was a blur as she regained consciousness. She was disoriented... As she sat up, Lila's head spun. She felt a wave of dizziness... The car was stationary, and Lila saw the figure standing outside... It was opening the door, its eyes locked onto Lila's face... "Get out," it said, its voice firm but urgent... Lila stumbled out of the car, her legs shaking beneath her... The figure caught her arm, holding her steady... As Lila looked around, she saw they were in a deserted alley... The figure's eyes scanned the surroundings, its grip on Lila's arm tightening... "We have to move," it whispered, pulling Lila along... Lila stumbled after the figure, her mind reeling... They turned a corner, and Lila saw a glimmer of light... It was a door, slightly ajar. The figure pushed

