Banished

BLAKE POV

As she awakens, it's as if the previous day's events never occurred. As she awakens, the world around her appears in perfect harmony, with no hint of trouble or distress.

Artemis. She rises from slumber with ease as if the world is her oyster, and she is eager to tackle her tasks swiftly.

"I must depart this instant—"

"Artemis," I whispered, my voice barely audible, as I reached out to stop her from leaving.

Every single one of us has our eyes fixed on her now. As they collided on the road, I could feel my heart racing with fear for what was to come. Despite the seemingly minor impact, I couldn't shake the feeling that something was off. Little did I know the accident's aftermath would be far more unexpected than I imagined. At this very moment, her situation appears to be gravely serious.

"What is unfolding before my eyes—" As she opened her mouth to speak, her mother's hand came down hard on her cheek, cutting off her words mid-sentence.

I am overwhelmed with a sense of gu