Chapter 21

Bella's POV

As the sun began its descent, casting a warm golden glow over the city, I found myself walking down the bustling streets, lost in my own thoughts. It had been a long day filled with meetings and negotiations, and I welcomed the opportunity to clear my mind and enjoy the tranquility of the evening.

As I turned a corner, a hand suddenly clamped over my mouth, and before I could react, a cloth soaked in a pungent odor was pressed against my nose. Panic surged through me as the world around me blurred and faded into darkness.

When I finally regained consciousness, I found myself in a dimly lit room, my hands bound tightly behind my back. The air was thick with tension, and I could feel the weight of danger hanging heavily in the atmosphere. Fear gripped me as I realized I had been kidnapped.

I strained against my restraints, desperately searching for a way to free myself. The room was sparse, devoid of any objects I could use as a makeshift weapon or tool. It seemed I was at t