The instant Freya's feet touched the ground again, she abruptly fell backward, greedily breathing in the icy air of the tundra, as if there might not be another chance. The terrifying blizzard appeared out of nowhere and disappeared without a trace. From the howling gale to the gently breeze, it lasted no more than thirty-eight seconds. In the world after those thirty-eight seconds, no one could believe that this tundra had just endured a baptism of death.
The beautiful princess stretched out her limbs, lying spread-eagle motionless, assuring herself that she had survived. Exhaustion and pain appeared suddenly like uninvited guests in the young girl's senses, making her frown involuntarily.