The moon hung high in the night sky, casting a soft, silvery glow through the window of Sirene's dorm room. She lay sprawled on her bed, clutching her abdomen as sharp waves of pain surged through her body. Dressed in her cozy pajamas, her long, wavy lavender hair clung to her sweaty forehead as she struggled to take each labored breath. Her beautiful blue eyes shimmered with discomfort and annoyance. The room was quiet, except for the occasional involuntary cry that slipped from her lips.

"Oww, oww, ow..." she groaned, her fists balling the fabric of her shirt. "Damn it, why does this have to happen now?"

Each wave of pain seemed more intense than the last, making her feel helpless and frustrated. She squeezed her eyes shut, as if attempting to will away the throbbing in her abdomen. Tears glistened in her eyes from the pain, making her feel even more vulnerable.