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Chapter 48

Author: Hewrite
last update Huling Na-update: 2025-11-07 14:54:07

~ANYA POV~

The words on the paper are simple, but they stick in my mind strongly.

'You will be saved.'

I keep looking at them, hoping to find a deeper meaning. My heart is pounding loudly. Saved. The word feels warm and freeing. I hold the paper tightly, feeling shaky. For a moment, I struggle to breathe.

I quickly go to the door and open it, full of hope that I might see who dropped it. The hallway is long and quiet. The lights from the chandeliers shine softly, creating golden patterns on the floor.

It's empty. Totally empty.

No sounds. No people. Nothing.

I feel empty inside. I step out, look around, and even peek down the hallway. But all I hear is the soft sound of the air conditioner and a clock ticking far away. Whoever left the paper is gone.

I quietly closed the door and leaned against it. My legs felt weak, and I sat down on the cold floor, holding a piece of paper close to me like it was my only chance to survive. Tears filled my eyes unexpectedly. For the first time in a w
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