123 A friend

As Linda slowly opened her eyes, she was greeted by the distant rumble of thunder echoing through the room. Blinking sleepily, she struggled to focus on the chandelier suspended from the ceiling above her. The soft glow of the bedside lamp cast a warm light, in the dark room. Pushing herself up from the bed, Linda felt a wave of dizziness wash over her, causing her to sway unsteadily on her feet. She rubbed her eyes, trying to shake off the fog of sleep that clouded her mind. With a determined effort, she made her way to the door, her steps faltering slightly as she navigated the unfamiliar surroundings. As her hand closed around the cool metal of the doorknob, she hesitated for a moment before turning it and pulling the door open. To her surprise, the door swung open easily, revealing a dimly lit hallway beyond. Linda's brow furrowed in confusion as she stepped cautiously into the corridor, the sound of her footsteps muffled by the thick carpet beneath her feet. The hallwa