After concluding a brief call of nature, I scanned the area, hoping to catch a glimpse of Victoria in a vulnerable moment, but she was nowhere in sight. I observed the bushes rustling and returned to the car. Considering the possibility that she might attempt to flee into the fields; I opted to wait for her inside the car, and after a few minutes, she emerged from the bushes and followed suit. This time, she managed to secure the seatbelt without struggling.
"You good?" I inquired, making sure she was comfortable.
"Yes," she responded.
We resumed our journey, and I planned to administer the bite to her once we reached the mansion, after completing the test. However, I noticed her demeanor becoming increasingly anxious as she sat in stillness.
Her heartbeat exhibited an irregular patter
