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Chapter 8 - Crackling Flames

Evelina woke up on a different bed.

The sweet smell of almond was the first thing to hit her before she opened her eyes. She scanned the room and found other beds next to hers, a meter separating one from the other. They were already made and while they have no person on them except for her, she felt a sudden movement three beds away.

She glanced up and saw a boy, who looked to be no more than eight. He was staring at her, his big eyes filled with curiosity. When he noticed that she was looking at him too, he went back under the bed to hide from her.

It was like playing.

And Evelina found the attention a bit adorable.

Of course, it was only because she found no other source of entertainment.

Evelina tried to get up but found her left wrist chained to the bed with what looked like a cord made out of weeds twisted together. Startled, she pulled at it. It didn't budge.

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