Bella’s POV

The first thing I feel is heat. A steady burn under my skin, like something is pulling my chest open from the inside. When I try to lift my hand, nothing moves. My body feels nailed to the ground. My breath comes fast, shallow, like the air doesn’t want to enter my lungs.

I force my eyes open.

Red light circles me. Thick lines on the ground, glowing like fire trapped under glass. They pulse in slow beats, matching my heartbeat. Every time the light flashes, ...