Episode 12: The Life & Exploits of Princess Amodini
Content Warning: This post contains subtle descriptions of sensitive topics that may be upsetting to some readers. Unsuitable for all readers under the age of 16.
Satya heard the door bang shut behind her. The scent of jasmine incense flitted about the room.
Shaking with fury, she unravelled one arm to tug at the blindfold across her eyes. It’d felt so tight on her head. Yet, it came off easier than she’d imagined. She flung it away. It fell to the ground and slid under the bed.
Satya’s hand returned to her bare chest, as her eyes travelled up the dark wooden structure, taking in the golden paint around the posts, the intricate carvings at the head, the silk sheets, pillows and bedding, and the fine mosquito net that fell from a hook on the ceiling.
At any other time, she would have admired its beauty and welcomed its comfort. She would have jumped into its inviting silk sheets. Tonight, the entire bed loomed over her like an ominous spectre. She shook her head, refusing to believe the ordeal that could happen anytime now.
No! I’d rather die than let a strange man… I won’t give up! I’ll fight even if they torture me!
Strung between fear and anger, she glanced at the closed door, half expecting someone to walk. But it didn’t open. After a few heated minutes, her eyes wandered around the room, looking for a way to escape the place.
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