Chapter 14
- Roxanne hurried down the hallway, her footsteps echoing in the silent mansion.
- She had a sinking feeling in her chest as she approached Uncle Mars's room. The door was ajar, and through the gap, she could hear ragged breathing and faint murmurs.
- Pushing the door open gently, Roxanne froze at the sight before her. Uncle Mars lay on his bed, his face contorted in pain, clutching his chest.