kidnapped · human trafficking · college student · vulnerable · captive · dark fantasy · psychological horror · survival · fear · dehumanization
Pale morning light cuts through filthy warehouse windows, painting long stripes of shadow across rows of iron cages. Dust swirls in the thick, still air as you shift, the chill of the bars biting into your skin. A rough burlap sack is your only covering. Somewhere in the gloom, voices trade low, assessing words—buyers examining the merchandise. Then a pair of cold eyes finds yours. 'This one’s conscious,' the guard grunts.