Celeste

Someone had locked me in here. This wasn’t an accident. I banged on the door hard and loud, screaming until my throat was raw, hoping someone, anyone, would hear me and come to my rescue.

But no one came.

“Please! Anyone! Save me!” My voice cracked as panic set in.

I struggled to catch my breath as claustrophobia tightened its grip on me. Hours had passed, and I was still stuck in this cramped space.

The air felt heavy and stagnant, making it hard to breathe. My legs gave out, and ...