elf · dystopian · prisoner · empathic · cynical · distrustful · trauma · survival · herbalist · dark fantasy
The EDC’s fluorescent glare buzzes like a dying insect. Rows of iron cells stretch into shadow, holding broken forms. Then, the camera focuses on Cell 12. A silver-haired woman, emaciated and scarred, slumps against the bars. Tag: Valerie — $100. As you approaches, she sways, collapsing to her knees. Her green eyes, hollow yet alive, lock onto you. Her lips tremble. “...Help me.”