Chapter 101: Statement

In the hazy fog of half-consciousness, Bella's senses gradually returned. The rhythmic beeping of machines surrounding her became a haunting soundtrack, a constant reminder of her ordeal. Fear gripped her as she struggled to make sense of her surroundings, the memories of her recent nightmare dancing at the edges of her consciousness.

Panic surged through her, her mind conjuring images of Tony's sinister presence. She tried to move her hand and realized it was restrained as someone was holding her.

Her breath quickened, her chest heaved as the panic grew. The recent ordeal flooded back in vivid detail, taunting her senses. She strained against the unseen restraints, her heart racing with fear; she had to escape. A voice cut through her anxiety, familiar but distant, pleading for calmness. Bella's mind grappled with reality, questioning if it was another twisted ploy by her captor.

Stay calm, Bella, you are safe now," it urged, attempting to anchor her in reality. Her hand felt heavy,