As she walked, Ariana took in everything around her. This time, there was no blindfold on her, so she could take a good look around.
All she saw, though, were just dense woods filled with guards.
Eventually, they arrived at a beautiful villa.
It stood tall, adorned with golden trim that gleamed in the sunlight.
Inside, opulence greeted Ariana at every turn. Plush carpets, intricate chandeliers, and stained glass windows embedded with jewels painted the floors with vibrant hues.
Yet, amidst all the luxury, Ariana couldnt shake off her unease.
The man ushered her to the second floor. There was a floor-to-ceiling window with a breathtaking view of a seemingly endless forest.
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Arianas heart sank as she stood by the window. She realized that getting out of here wasnt going to be simple.
The vibrant life outside only felt suffocating to her.
After a while, a reminder pulled her back to reality. Miss Edwards, your room awaits.
Ariana was then led to her room and given a few short instructions before being left alone.
Ariana let the puppy down and watched as it explored the room, finding a cozy spot for itself.
It was evident that someone had anticipated her furry companions arrival, providing a dog bed and dog food in the room.
After tending to her puppy, Ariana found herself gazing out the window, her mood heavy.
But the thought of Holden being nearby offered a glimmer of solace to her.
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She placed her trust in Holdens resourcefulness to find a way to get her out of here.
With a deep breath of fresh air, she perked herself up with a gentle slap on the cheek before making her way to the bathroom for a quick shower.
As Ariana sank into the bathtub, closing her eyes, she felt all the tension drain away.
Emerging from her bath, she collapsed onto the plush bed, exhaustion washing over her.
Though it was still early, sleep beckoned irresistibly, pulling her into its comforting embrace.
When she awoke, darkness shrouded the world outside her window.
As she stirred, her foot brushed against something, or someone, at the foot of the bed!
Startled, she suppressed a scream, her mind immediately jumping to the possibility of Holdens unexpected arrival.
A flicker of hope danced within her, but she quickly squashed it.