Chapter 45 Darkest Hour

• Content Advisory: This chapter contains graphic violence, including physical assault. Reader discretion is strongly advised.
• The distant pitter-patter of water droplets mingles with the scent of iron, pulling me from unconsciousness. I draw a deep breath, my eyes flickering open. A groan escapes me as the pounding in my head intensifies, and I furrow my brows at the concrete floor beneath my feet.
• Where am I?