Amira remained still, her breathing steady as she pretended to be asleep. Beside her, Crystal lay unconscious, her form limp and unmoving. Despite her feigned slumber, Amira's mind raced with fear and uncertainty, her senses on high alert as she strained to listen for any clues about their whereabouts.
The rhythmic hum of the van's engine filled the air as they traveled along the road, the sound lulling Amira into a state of anxious anticipation. Though she couldn't see clearly with her eyes closed, she could feel the subtle shifts in motion as the vehicle navigated the streets. Time seemed to stretch endlessly as they journeyed onward, each passing minute weighing heavily on Amira's mind.
Suddenly, the van jolted to a stop, causing Amira to tense involuntarily. Her heart raced in her ch
