until you're ready to face the trials that lie ahead," Malakai finished, his eyes glinting with a malevolent light.
Nora's heart sank as she realized the true extent of her predicament. She was trapped, with no clear way of escape, and at the mercy of a powerful and ruthless foe.
But she refused to give up. She knew that she had to keep fighting, no matter what obstacles lay in her path.
With newfound determination, Nora scrambled to her feet, her eyes locked on Malakai. "I'll never give up," she said, her voice firm and resolute. "I'll find a way out of here, no matter what it takes."
Malakai's smile grew wider, his eyes glinting with amusement. "We'll see about that," he said, his voice dripping with sarcasm. "But for now, you're going to have to get used to your new surroundings. You're going to be here for a while."
And with that, Malakai turned and disappeared into the shadows, leaving Nora alone in the cold, dark cell.
