Aria's world turned upside down when she awoke in an unfamiliar room. Confusion and fear washed over her as she saw Ishel standing before her, cloak removed, revealing his twisted and cursed form. "Are you okay?" she managed to stammer, shocked by his transformation. But Ishel's bitter smile unnerved her. With a snap of his fingers, Aria fell into a deep slumber, helpless in his arms.