C43 Fragile Bonds

Nathaniel's POV

The world came back into focus slowly, the hazy fog of unconsciousness gradually lifting like a

veil being drawn back. My senses were assaulted by a cacophony of sensations – the pungent

smell of blood, the metallic tang of fear lingering on my tongue, and the distant sounds of

anguished cries echoing in the distance.

Blinking rapidly, I tried to make sense of my surroundings