Alicia's POV

When I opened my eyes, I found myself lying on a bed, its softness and warmth enveloping me like a comforting cocoon. The room was bathed in light, whose opulence almost overwhelming.

I sat up confusedly. The next moment, Mandy’s delighted voice cut through the air as she rushed toward me.

“Alicia! You’re finally awake!” she cried, throwing her arms around me with such force that I nearly lost my balance. Her grip was frantic, ...