Chapter 51 Unanswered Echoes of Captivity

While Eleanor stood, a hand suddenly emerged from the shadows, extending with deliberate precision. Without warning, a firm grip seized her arm, leaving her no time to respond. In an effortless and coordinated motion, she was abruptly yanked into the darkened interior of the SUV. With a resounding thud, the door slammed shut, enveloping her in darkness. The interior of the SUV was empty, lacking any noticeable features. Eleanor's eyes struggled to adapt to the abrupt lack of light, yet the darkness remained impenetrable. She felt a wave of panic as her surroundings turned into a mysterious puzzle. She had a distinct feeling of a presence, an invisible force that seemed to surround her. Before she could utter a word, a strong grip tightly covered her mouth. She was left gasping for breath by the sudden restriction, as a wave of suffocation washed over her. Gasping for breath, the struggle to inhale transformed into a desperate battle against an unseen assailant. The air inside the con