Ava's POV I opened my eyes slowly, blinking against the dark. The only light came from a small, high window, barely enough to see anything. My head throbbed, and my body felt heavy, like I’d been lying here for days. I didn’t know how long it had really been, but my stomach ached from hunger, and my throat burned from dryness. The moment they threw me in here, I passed out. My body couldn’t take it anymore. I was too weak to even cry. I didn’t know how long I slept—minutes, hours? Maybe even a full day. But it felt like forever. Suddenly, the door creaked open, and light poured in so sharply it stung my eyes. I raised my arm, covering my face with the back of my hand. “It’s me, Ava,” came a soft voice. I blinked, squinting against the light. “Karen,” I croaked, my voice barely there. Tears welled in my eyes the moment I saw her face. I couldn’t stop them. “Karen,” I whispered again, my voice breaking this time. “Shhh,” she hushed gently, pressing her finger against my lips. I
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