Elena felt as though she were floating, suspended in a realm of ethereal light and shadow. She struggled to open her eyes, the brightness of her surroundings blinding her momentarily. With a soft groan, she squinted against the glare, her eyelids fluttering as she fought to regain her bearings.
After what felt like an eternity, Elena's vision cleared, and she found herself staring into an unfamiliar landscape. She blinked in confusion, her mind swimming with questions as she tried to make sense of her surroundings.
Where was she? How had she gotten here?
With a sense of unease gnawing at her insides, Elena pushed herself, and she took a cautious step forward.
The world around her seemed to spin and sway, as if she were caught in the midst of a waking dream. She looked around, taking in
