Chapter 149:

Kira’s POV:

A sharp, painful gasp escaped my lips as a cascade of ice-cold water splashed over my face, the sudden shock ripping me from the abyss of unconsciousness. My eyes blinked open, disoriented, struggling to focus through the lingering haze.

Panic flared instantly in my chest when I tried to push myself up and found I couldn't pull my hands. They were bound, tightly secured behind my back,