Grounded

Pain.

That's the first thing Gem recognized as she slowly came to. A dull ache coursed through her bruised and battered body. Harsh stings that came from small cuts littered across her arms and legs made the princess hiss as she tried to push herself up. Upon moving, a sharp pain made Gem freeze. Fear swallowing her whole and making her blood run cold. Panic quickly rose up to accompany her terror.

"No..." Gem whispered, "No! No! No! Please no!"

Cover art isn't mine! It belongs to @/plutomarigold on tumblr. Link to the original work: https://www.tumblr.com/plutomarigold/697206891051450368/behold-i-offer-you-a-gem-on-this-fine-day-open