I walked out of the bathroom slowly, my steps careful, my eyes moving before my body did.
The bathroom was outside the inn, built in the backyard, far enough that the noise inside wouldn't reach it easily.
The night air felt colder than before, or maybe I just noticed it now.
I checked the corners, the trees, the fence, and the back door of the inn.
I was looking for her.
I didn't see the woman anywhere, but that didn't mean much.
Someone like her wouldn't stand in the open after doing what she did.
I stayed still for a few seconds, listening.
No footsteps. No voices.
Just the quiet hum of insects and the faint sound of people talking inside the inn.
I moved only after I was sure no one was close.
I had to be cautious.
That woman wasn't normal.
I didn't know how strong she was, but strength wasn't even the biggest problem.
What bothered me more was who she worked with.
The doctor.
Just thinking about that made my jaw tighten.
