Chapter 140: A Desperate Escape

Mariana's vision swam in and out of focus, a kaleidoscope of blurry shapes and distorted light. The trailer, once a haven of familiarity, felt alien and hostile. A primal growl rumbled deep within her chest, a sound that sent shivers down her own spine. Her senses were hyper-aware, the scent of freshly brewed coffee from Hailey's forgotten travel mug acrid and overwhelming. Her gaze darted around the room, finally landing on Daphne and Hailey, their faces etched with a mixture of terror and confusion. "Mariana?" Hailey stammered, her voice barely a whisper. "What's wrong?" Hailey's voice trembled as she reached out a tentative hand towards Mariana. "Mariana? You're scaring me. What's happening?" Daphne, ever the composed one, took a deep, steadying breath. The playful banter and light-hearted atmosphere of moments ago had been shattered, replaced by a primal fear that gnawed at her insides. "Hold her, Hailey," she instructed, her voice firm despite the tremor in her hands. "We nee