Josie POV
I surged upwards, my eyes opening in a panic, a scream erupting from my throat "Don't touch me" causing the figure in the armchair to stiffen before they launched themselves at me. I screamed again, frantically trying to move away, not comprehending where I was, my heart beating rapidly, my eyes darting around wildly. I could feel his hands on me, feel his breath. I felt like I was going to be sick, my stomach roiling. I gave a sob. The man held out his hands like he was surrendering, his tall frame towering over me as I backed away in a panic.
"Shhh" he murmured, his voice oddly comforting as I blinked up at him, "Josie, you're okay" he whispered.
My breathing was shallow and uneven, my eyes widening as I took in the bright white walls, the hard bed beneath me, and the smel
