The Unshackled Queen: Never Say Never by Gilbert Soysal

Setting down her bag, she approached the window and slid it open.

The gentle sea breeze lifted the gauzy curtains, while the wooden window frames bore unique island characteristics.

The room bore the distinct ambiance of the island, tailored to its perpetually damp climate.

Once the fragrance of the air freshener faded, a subtle scent of the sea permeated the air, characteristic of the island’s coastal surroundings.

The bed in the room felt slightly damp, likely due to the island’s humid conditions.

However, a moisture trap had been provided to mitigate this issue, ensuring a comfortable stay.

The thoughtful accommodations left her feeling appreciative.

If she were on vacation, she would have considered it an excellent destination.

Despite the inviting surroundings, she found herself unable to fully enjoy them at the moment.

Hannah, on high alert, carefully inspected every corner of the room, even checking under the bed.

been deceived by a pinhole camera before, she had developed a habit

her surprise, there was no sign of surveillance equipment

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the absence of any surveillance devices, Hannah couldn’t shake off her unease; instead,

to wash her hands, but recoiled in shock when she turned on the tap- dark red water gushed out,

sight, she forced herself to

scooped up a handful of

r and sniffed it.

silence amplified the sound of her own

the water and realized it was not blood but likely

focus was interrupted by a

turned off the tap

“Madam, if you already had

her sentence, she was startled

what happened?” she

casually, “I wanted to wash