I shot upright, a gasp tearing from my lungs. Eyes widened in terror, chest heaving for air as salty air filled my lungs. I choked, coughing. A figure stood right in front of me as my blurry vision slowly steadied, the silhouette forming into a person. A man. A familiar one. I squinted, heart racing as my eyes landed on Rowan standing right above me. “Rowan?” My voice came out raspy. “Rowan!” Stronger this time with a yell as I rushed towards him, immediately falling headfirst onto the floor. It was only then that I realized my legs were tied together, with my hands tied behind my back. My breath fell in spurts as I scurried towards him, my knees grazing against the harsh blades of grass. “I have no idea where I am, please untie me.” I panicked, choking and coughing out whatever

