The trio became calm enough to try and get up. Alas, they were still within her vision and an invisible force suddenly descended. 

“Bam!” This forced them back to the ground.

“Shit…” Jian Ming cursed again. All three felt like insects, unable to resist her power.

“Where is this place?” She finally spoke with a voice as pleasant as the chirping of a golden oriole.

However, the voice had a commanding presence not seen in someone her age - mature and dignified....