Chapter 140: Shadowed Pursuit

Caitlin loaded the supplies into her truck, moving with deliberate care, stretching each moment as far as she could. The sun was a relentless adversary, burning through her thin clothing, but it was also her ally, keeping the threat of her vampire pursuer at bay. If the sun affected her this deeply, surely it would be just as lethal for the vampire who had accosted her, assuming he was like Zendedari. The realization chilled her, but the danger was no longer just about hunters. There was something far worse now. With practiced hands, she carefully packed the blood into the center of her large cooler, ensuring it was surrounded by blocks of ice. The blood was vital for Zendedari’s recovery, and she needed to deliver it to him without leaving a trail for this new, darker threat. She could almost feel the weight of time pressing down on her, urging her to move, but something told her to wait. The sun continued its steady climb, its heat suffocating and unforgiving. Caitlin's wide-brimme