As my mind struggled to make sense of what was happening, I felt a violent trembling throughout my body. The world around me was hazy and disorienting, and it took all my strength to even open my eyes. As I gradually came to my senses, I realized with a start that I was shaking uncontrollably.
"Where... where am I?" I murmured weakly, my voice barely above a whisper.
A voice I knew well replied, "You're safe now, Princess Mila. I'm taking you to the kingdom."
Despite my grogginess, I recognized the voice of our driver, Lucius. Confused and disoriented, I struggled to process what he was saying. "The kingdom? But... what happened? What about the others?"
"I'm not allowed to say," Lucius replied, his tone apologetic. "But I promise you that you're safe now."
