The darkness of the night finally vanished, and the rays of light spread across the village of Soren, indicating the arrival of a new day. However, the coldness did not disappear, for it was autumn and early morning winds were never a good experience.
Itri pulled the blanket until her chin as she blinked her eyes, waiting for the clock to strike, and the moment it struck five times, she got up immediately. This was the first time Itri had got up on time, for she had not had even an ounce of sleep in the first place. Carefully, she folded her blanket as she looked at the two untouched beds beside her.
"Samantha," Tears formed in her red eyes, and she sniffled lightly. It had been only a few days ago when she was teasing and giggling with her friends, and in just one night, she had been left alone in the Bradford mansion. Her friends were now at the palace, away from her, and Itri did not know when she would meet them again.
