The sound whirling around her ears was muffled and distorted. The energy that she
expended in an attempt to focus her senses was for nothing. Soon she would be set adrift to the
bottom of the river. Swept away by the cruel current. Her vision was blocked by crashing and
rolling waves. The water around her was painted deep red. Still, the muffled noise called out to
her.
“Ju-…” It cried out. “Jul-…” And again. “Jul..iet! Juliette!” The voice screamed.