Single for Eternity

The world felt hazy as Laura slowly regained consciousness.

Her eyelids fluttered open, revealing the familiar sight of her own chambers.

For a few moments, she simply stared at the ceiling, her mind sluggish from what felt like a long sleep.

She rubbed her groggy eyes, mumbling, "What time is it...?"

Then, suddenly, a wave of realization struck her like a hammer.

"Wait a minute... where am I?!"

She shot up from the bed, scanning her surroundings.

Her gaze landed on the large window across the room. Without wasting a second, she rushed over and flung it open.

The castle’s grand view greeted her, confirming what she feared.

"Yeah... I’m back in the castle," she muttered, feeling a strange sense of unease.

Then, her eyes widened.