"No!" I bolted up form the small cot. I felt a bead of sweat roll down my arm and drip onto the floor. I looked around, trying to get my bearings. I attempted to reach my chakra out but it was being blocked. What happened? The thought floated through my mind and I felt electricity jump and thrum under my skin. Confusion rippled through my mind as I glanced a the thin, silver band around my wrist.
My hand twitched when I heard a noise outside the large vault-like door to my right. I tensed and scooted off the bed and worked my way further from the door. I was surprised to see a woman push the large door aside. She was tall and slender with small, graceful features. She offered a soft smile as she walked closer. My lips curled as my arms and legs tensed.
"I'm so glad we finally managed to find you." Her voice was like honey. Velvety and soothing. It made a lump form in my throat and my stomach flip. She gingerly extended her hand forward in order to touch me. I stilled as her fingertips brushed my cheek. Her voice was barely a whisper when she spoke. "It's a pleasure to finally meet you, Sakura."